everything about this purchase have be please . the price be better than I find in local store . the packaging be surprisingly sound . it be receive without any ding , or chip . I like the straight handle , as oppose to the ergo handle . -lrb- this be probably just a personal preference . -rrb- though the dumbbell be not rubber coated , most of the exercise I perform be unilateral so the dumbbell rarely touch . if I be to purchase dumbbell for bench press I would consider a rubberized weight . -lrb- Though , again , cost would probably keep I from do so . -rrb- this weight be ideal for home use ; bicep curl , tricep extension , overhead press , lunge , door stop ... though I visit the local gym on a regular basis I love have the option to do smaller workout at home .