I own another yixing teapot, half-handmade, but the feeling of this one is different, specially the weight. The result is more robust, the iron ore spots more present, the handle is thicker which makes it more comfortable to use. Cheng Yu master though of the details. The pouring makes a difference also, the stream is more clean and serene. I've had a factory mass production teapot, the half-handmade (which I also love as my first), and now this one. It is worth the price. About the realzisha service, I'm in awe. It was incredible fast (just 4 days to Europe with the Express option) and the teapot is exactly the one in the photos. I can identify each one. Thanks you!!