I just received my sandalwood mala today.  It shipped much faster then they estimated (April 10-26th was the dates given and I got mine by March 25th).

It's very pretty and seems to be well made. When I got it, it was a little oily so I did have to wash it, but overall I think it's really beautiful and comfortable to wear, both around the neck and on the arm.  As others have said they used an elastic material so it stretches, which I quite like.

The stone at the bottom is actually carved into a small swastika, that is hard to notice at first! I have no idea if it's real sandalwood because I'm no wood expert, but it does have a sandalwood smell and for the price, I think it's worth it regardless...I would buy from this seller again in the future.