I purchased this item on March 13th 2006, and used it about 3 times while I was travelling (I did not use my phone very much at all). When I got home (I was away for 2 months) I tried to use it again, but one of the blades was missing, and a red wire poking through instead. I can only think it pulled out and was left in the hotel recepticle!Amazon would not replace this for me as it was over 30 days since my order. (This effectively means everything they sell only has a guarantee for 30 days! Makes you wonder!)