I was very impressed with this paddle as soon as I opened the package. The paddle itself looks like a quality product. The bamboo used is a gorgeous color, very smooth, and the paddle is very lightweight. This is my first paddle, definitely not my first spanking device, so I was very excited to see how this compared to my other types of spanking toys. After opening it, I smacked my arm with it a few times to see what kind of wrist motion I required a toy that is so lightweight. I was amazed at how impactful this lightweight paddle was. My arm tingled a little bit, and I knew I was hooked! That night my partner held the paddle for the first time and used it on my butt and thigh area. He smacked me well a few times, and the paddle always left a wonderful tingle. I will be recommending this paddle to a few friends! It's such a good deal for the price, and the quality of the material still has not failed me.