I like this hammeris very well-balanced and easily brings out deep tendon reflexes. I like it better than the Taylor's hammer. The old Tomahawk  type just a does not have a good balance. Nor the heftiness. Therefore I would tend to use this hammer in most situations if I could. As a daily neurology clinician. For studentsthey should probably learn how to use the Taylor's. Cheaper. And unless they're going into neurology it would seem they would not do well extra expenses. The Taylor hammer is easier to carry and does not wear out pants and pants pockets so quickly. Or even white coat pockets. Noting that this hammer does have a sharp edge just like most Taylor's and Babinski Queen Square hammers similarly have. If you can leave it in the drawerthen good. The quality of workmanship was excellent. I like the plastic handle. I would buy it again. I can recommend.