The product looks good, but lacks durability. It is quite difficult to align the auger head onto the sweet spot to crack the nut. Quite often the plastic screw wedges against the side of the nut, and one needs to start the process over. Also, the plastic insert that provides resistance to the auger loosens during the cracking process. It did not take long for the insert to dislodge, rendering the cracker useless. Needless to say, I was very disappointed in the performance of this product.