Works great for what I needed it for. Heavy (which is what I wanted) and stable (no rocking while using). Size is perfect as I can use it to grind spices and herbs for my own spice blends and rubs or easily crush larger peppers for sauces. Easy to hand wash. I love that it is not polished as one I had purchased in the past; it may just be a "me" thing but the polished/smooth textured mortar and pestles do not work as well as the rough textured ones. Price is great.. Pestle was secured nicely inside package so it was not rolling around the mortar during shipping. Highly recommend.