I got them in the mail after what seemed like a long time but they were actually on-time; it just took a while. Busted them out immediately and they felt really light after using wood octagons. the cord comes at the perfect length, which is sometimes a problem. The only thing was that how the cord was attached seemed shotty (glued on the side that picture doesn't show you) but I've done extended sessions with these now and the glue works fine and is in kind of a groove so it doesn't get in the way. That's the only thing and its more of aesthetic problem really. What matters to me was that they're fast and strong... and I'm quite pleased