This worked as described. I was able to Lop off branches at full extension that were unreachable before. The overlapping fiberglass poles that interlock into the next section is a great design. I would have serious concerns with other sets that just screw into the next section via a metal threaded end. Is it heavy at full extension, yes, but I am a fit 62 year old, 6'1\" 195 lb male and was very successful using this tool. As other have mentioned some Fiberglass flakes came from the 4\" interior female ends. I solved this by spraying a clear protective coating into the female ends. Problem solved. Very glad I purchased this set.