Beautifully Crafted Spoon, Lightweight, Functional, and Decorative
This spoon is a really lovely piece to eat with and just set at the table. I added photos for comparison purposes. It did not have any odor upon opening. My only complaint, unrelated to the spoon itself, is that it arrived in only a drawstring bag within the mailer--no wrapping or padding. If there had been anything else heavy within the package, I would be concerned with it snapping it in half, although I'm not sure it would happen so easily. It is lightweight, but feels firm. I attempted to bend it, just to see if it would break easily, but it didn't. I dropped it several times in the kitchen and it did not break or crack.<br /><br />The spoon itself is quite shallow. It held about 3/4 of a tablespoon of soup for me (I used measuring spoon).<br /><br />I didn't think it would be easy to hold with the lead design, but that sis not affect comfort for me. I think this could be a good first spoon for a child who is still learning to grip, because the leaf handle is wide. I am someone who loves wooden dishes and utensils, and see this as a great gift. I am considering a full set to add to my existing collection.  Be sure to light oil after washing to preserve the wood.
Rating: 5 stars