Arrived earlier than expected due to the situation the world is going through, opened the package no damage clear instructions when decanting the product . Followed instructions clean components tested for seal test additional ptfe tape around threads water and white vinegar test brought up temperature to 100 degrees C boiling point gradual . No leaks or problems good heavy base , wall thickness substantial. Set up for the thumper and condenser on the top of the pot still, not ideal. Set up in line thumper/ slobber keg and condenser in line but slightly higher. Performance was as stated my use was on a gas hob, the pot is an excellent fermenter holds the heat for a very long time . Still experimenting better quality from other reviews on similar products I have read happy up to now with my purchase . Only time will tell.U