Had one of the two balls depicted on opening the package already a kink that does not lies with the usual means remove. I however did not want to return because of a ball the set, I was able to immediately test paces the bat. The racket is very good in the hand, and I personally find the grip seems a little too short. The build quality is adequate for the price and for recreational players certainly a good choice. The linings are adequate for simple spin strokes and confirmed my overall impression.