This was a purchase that put off for a long time, but I am glad I finally purchased it. It is a very sturdy item, and was packaged well to protect it during shipping. The minimal amount of assembly that was required was simple and straight forward, and all of the milling and manufacturing process used to build it are obviously top-notch. All parts went together perfectly as designed, and I didn't find a single part that wasn't finished to a high standard of quality. There are zero burred threads, no bent pieces, no sharp edges, etc. It's as close to perfect as something can be. I was looking forward to the leveling rod handles being the anodized blue color in the pictures online, but mine came without that color, so you might inquire about that if it's important to you. I mounted my Sky-Watcher Flextube 200P 8" dobsonian on it, and the base feet fit perfectly into the provided slots with zero modification. It could be permanently attached with some clamps on the base disc of the telescope platform if desired. The low center of gravity of the scope, and the sturdiness of the wheelie bar platform make that mostly unnecessary though. All put together, it feels very sold and secure as is.