It's rust-free and doesn't pick up the coffee smell like your plastic spoons do. It's relatively heavier with smooth edges and a nice finish, easy to hold and grasp. We have thickened the handle to avoid bending it. The scoop is short enough to fit in your canisters and big enough to stay on top of the coffee beans. One piece, no solder joints. It has a slight thumb indentation that makes it easier to grasp. This spoon is dishwasher safe. Never rust or deform. Hand washing does not require great patience. It's not a deep bowl, so it's easy to clean and rinse, and easy to dip into bags. A handy compact size for easy storage. Just nest them in your drawer or store them in the canister. Spoons with smooth engravings on the handle are worth a try if you don't want a painted measurement. Easy to read. You never have to worry about the numbers washing up or wearing out. Scoop coffee beans straight out of the coffee container and prepare a cup of morning coffee!