Served its purpose and includes a heavy gates reliably. The pin for tensioning is a bit short and so much force is required (short lever) and thick gloves to protect the hand makes sense. Beautiful is different and in my opinion ... not for residential doors. Durable with plenty of oil and a protection against rain and outdoors. So a door closer I've known since childhood (my built in 1964) and there for my needs (gates) probably nothing better. Folding down the rod and the door remains open. Price and quality go together.