Bending over hurts my back, and I don't wear shoes in my house. That created a problem for me every time I was headed outside. So I ordered about 3 different long handled shoe horns to keep near doors where I leave my shoes and this teak one is my hands-down favorite. It is a beautifully crafted work of art that would look fine in anyone's umbrella stand or entry way. It is sturdy, the finish is silky smooth, and it could not work any better. I have bought them as gifts for other seniors and everyone loves them.