Have previously made me the internet smart, because I was looking for a mortar. Since I was able to benefit from the experiences of others, what size and material concerned, I think I have just found the right mortar for my needs. He has the right size, the pestle is well in hand and he Mortars fine. Have previously, salt pounded with mortar, as recommended until the salt has remained white. So I hope to have no more abrasion. Have so far caraway, fennel, pepper pounded. It's super. And it smells soooo good !!!! The mortar has a good weight, it does not slip away. Besides, the mortar still looks really good, so you do not need him to hide. For me, he is on the worktop and has already taken care of demands; o)