I've used an Orvis meat grinder for many years but it died...then I went looking for another and found this. Right away it caught my eye as it was RED! It has by far surpassed my expectations. I use it primarily to grind chicken for our dogs and I can drop a whole thigh right into it and presto! It's ground! It's quick, it's easy to clean, and it does the job. what more could you want? I love it!