This i a good and sturdy cleaning rod. It does the job fine, the little thing its missing is a little brush on the top, for inside the mputhpiece. Bud it has a protective stop so you dont damage your recorder. I always first use the standard cleaning rod with a piece of cloth, and then i use this one for the finishing touch, because i wouldnt recommend using only this rod. Bud sturdy and good , me and my recorder happy :)