I own this crash for almost 5 years, recorded, played shows and many many reahearsals and it's still like new. It's really heavy, what scares some sound engineers, but believe me, it sounds perfect on recordings. It cuts through any mix and it could even be used as a ride for a smaller set.
Bear in mind, though, that it should be hit hard to produce its whole sound and it's sometimes difficult during fast parts, especially for people using lighter sticks (I use 2B).
I recommend it for anyone who wants a nice loud sound that cuts through mix.