I have received this spinner a few days ago and would like to tell you my impressions of it and compare it to the brass version. (Link to the review of the brass version: http://www.bestchineseknives.com/2017/03/new-hogdoggins-style-fidget-spinner.html). First impressions - it came in the same rectangular tin box and the key for removing the bearing ring was also included with this one. No issues out of the box - the spinner spins freely, no nicks and scratches on the body. Pros: - This spinner came with a caged hybrid bearing, pretty quiet and stable. - Feels light in hand and in the pocket. - The aluminum coating (anodizing) is nice to touch and provides good tactile feeling. - As with the brass model - it is possible to adjust the action by taking out balls from the spinner. - Cheaper than the brass one. Cons: - This spinner is a lot lighter than the brass version, thus spins less time on the table and in hands (my best was about 2 minutes of spinning with all 3 balls installed). - Like the brass version, this also is pretty noisy when caring in the pocket. Summary: Overall a different version of the ball spinner. If you like longer spin times - better go with the brass one, but if you just like to fidget with your spinner in the hand and mind the weight in the pocket, this version might suit you just fine. I got the spinner here: Aluminum Hogdoggins Style Fidget Spinner It is also available at Fasttech (PayPal friendly): Hogdoggins Style Aluminum version Check out other Spinner designs here: Other Fidget Spinners
So I got this new budget fidget spinner and would like to tell you about it. The spinner comes in a tin presentation box and includes a tool to remove the bearing (nice addition). The body is made from brass and the screwing caps from steel. The bearing included is a 16X8 hybrid type one, ceramic balls, no separator, but works great. The spinner comes with 6 balls for the weight (3 on each side) and you can adjust the action by removing some of the balls. For me it works best with just one ball on each side. Spinning action is excellent for the price, more than 4 minutes spinning time until full stop on a hard surface. The spinner looks excellent both on and off camera (check out the video) and is pretty easy to spin ergonomically. It's biggest draw is that it is pretty noisy in the pocket when caring it around. Another draw is that it isn't symmetrical, so need to see how you are holding it before you spin it. In conclusion - this is an excellent small budget fidget spinner to try out before you splash on an original one. Gotta give credit to @hogdoggins on IG for inventing this great unique design.
