Fantastic throwing device!  I received this 26M Chuckit in great condition and on time.  The first time I used it I almost threw the ball over the trees into the horse pasture next door.  It is easy to throw the tennis ball close to 75 yards.  This thing really launches the ball with very little effort.  Great for these light weight tennis balls which always seem to bother my elbow when I throw them.  I may actually order the shorter version to reduce overthrown balls. Works great to pick the ball up also.  The ball snaps right into place just as advertised.