These tongs are great. They are sturdy, cheap (but not poorly made), and the locking mechanism stays out of my way. I use them in the kitchen and on the grill. Two pairs of these are amazing for grilling, you can dual wield them and easily grab large chunks of meat off the grill no problem. I like them enough that I give them as gifts, and try to take a set with me any time I might be using a grill. These things have helped me through many a steak night.