# Yo-Yo Reviews

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## [Should I get the R Type or Jds Shutter?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-get-the-r-type-or-jds-shutter/384586)

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**Author:** [@QuickAtOm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/QuickAtOm)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2023, 10:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-get-the-r-type-or-jds-shutter/384586 "2023-09-16T10:15:21Z")

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Hey everyone, I need help in choosing a yoyo should I get the R Type or Jds Shutter? I dont know if that helps but im getting an IQ also

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## [Which of these 2 should I get?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-of-these-2-should-i-get/384623)

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**Author:** [@IDK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/IDK)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2023, 3:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-of-these-2-should-i-get/384623 "2023-09-16T03:57:50Z")

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Should I get the iyoyo iceberg or speedaholic fx? Thanks!

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## [Dedhed The Visitor\* CW review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dedhed-the-visitor-cw-review/384686)

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**Author:** [@Beverchakus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Beverchakus)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2023, 12:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dedhed-the-visitor-cw-review/384686 "2023-09-16T00:43:40Z")

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Small edit with the Dedhed Alien cw. Glossy Cerakote (sp?) one. It’s the oddest feeling to me but i love it. It’s so smooth it almost feels wet, It’s a trip. but really does feel so nice on the skin. Tough…

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## ["New" Duncan Freehand II AL Personal Opinion](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-duncan-freehand-ii-al-personal-opinion/384580)

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**Author:** [@TheBestDerg](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheBestDerg)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2023, 3:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-duncan-freehand-ii-al-personal-opinion/384580 "2023-09-15T03:06:29Z")

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Is it weird that after a few minutes of playtesting with the Duncan Freehand II AL, I don’t like it in the slightest? It doesn’t feel like it has enough gap for effective/accurate tricks, and with having a similar shape …

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## [Might get the yyfriends paragraph](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/might-get-the-yyfriends-paragraph/384496)

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**Author:** [@Yo-yo\_Power](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yo-yo_Power)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [September 14, 2023, 1:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/might-get-the-yyfriends-paragraph/384496 "2023-09-14T01:59:47Z")

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Anyone have one? What do you think?

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## [Help me choose my next Titanium](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-choose-my-next-titanium/384372)

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**Author:** [@YoyoD3N](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoyoD3N)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [September 12, 2023, 3:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-choose-my-next-titanium/384372 "2023-09-12T15:05:06Z")

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Been collecting Ti lately. Thinking of getting a YYR Dazzler, Ti Surveillance, or Augment Calyx next. Would love to hear from people that have tried them. Open to other suggestions on different titaniums as well. Thanks …

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## [Yoyofriends AoE overview](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-aoe-overview/384279)

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**Author:** [@Mazdarx7FD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mazdarx7FD)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2023, 4:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofriends-aoe-overview/384279 "2023-09-10T16:49:38Z")

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## [Something Ceasefire-ish](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/something-ceasefire-ish/382982)

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**Author:** [@AlexFera](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AlexFera)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2023, 10:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/something-ceasefire-ish/382982 "2023-09-07T22:12:28Z")

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Hey all! Looking for something similar to an SF Ceasefire, but a bit wider and faster playing. Definitely want to stay in that 54-55.5mm diameter range. Bimetal preferred. Also, preferably under $200, but there always so…

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## [Throwback + YoTricks CIVILITY '23](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throwback-yotricks-civility-23/383950)

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**Author:** [@mrJames](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrJames)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2023, 3:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throwback-yotricks-civility-23/383950 "2023-09-06T03:30:02Z")

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Is it a nice yoyo, yes. Is it $75 nice, no. Is it “the best yoyo for learning tricks,” oh hell no. The Civility is indeed a nice yoyo. In black with rainbow rims it is very pretty. The finish is also very nice, m…

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## [GN Yoyo Co Phoenix Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gn-yoyo-co-phoenix-review/81592)

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**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2023, 8:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gn-yoyo-co-phoenix-review/81592 "2023-09-04T08:30:02Z")

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This review was written by JT of Cyyclical.com. The pictures are his as well. He gave me specific permission to post this on the forums if I wanted to. The only thing I changed was taking out the link to our online sto…

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## [Catch 22 YYF](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/catch-22-yyf/363252)

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**Author:** [@ColdFusion](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ColdFusion)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 3, 2023, 1:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/catch-22-yyf/363252 "2023-09-03T01:10:57Z")

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Hi everyone, I bought a Catch 22 and must say I love this yoyo, but there is little information and reviews in the internet. So what do you think about it? If you want to buy one, what do you expect? I would like to …

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## [New champions 888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-champions-888/383313)

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**Author:** [@Big](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Big)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2023, 2:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-champions-888/383313 "2023-08-28T14:51:24Z")

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Does anybody know if the new champions 888 is made to the same specs as the original 07 888?

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## [New titan mini](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-titan-mini/383294)

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**Author:** [@Burchard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Burchard)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 27, 2023, 1:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-titan-mini/383294 "2023-08-27T01:38:49Z")

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Weight-68 grams Diameter -38mm Titan+Brass+ ebonite

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## [Responsive play - which is best ? arrow elite or wedge?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-play-which-is-best-arrow-elite-or-wedge/383113)

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**Author:** [@LeeFromSwitzerland](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LeeFromSwitzerland)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2023, 12:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-play-which-is-best-arrow-elite-or-wedge/383113 "2023-08-26T12:40:25Z")

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Hi, ARROW ELITE vs WEDGE ? (both from YoYoFactory) I have now 4 Arrows, and was wandering if the Wedge could bring me more pleasure ? (I play no binds, love tug return very responsive play & a max of spinning time) …

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## [Fat Response Pads for Responsive Yo-yo (Arrow Elite)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fat-response-pads-for-responsive-yo-yo-arrow-elite/383227)

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**Author:** [@LeeFromSwitzerland](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/LeeFromSwitzerland)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2023, 8:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fat-response-pads-for-responsive-yo-yo-arrow-elite/383227 "2023-08-25T20:19:31Z")

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Hi All, I’m beginner in the yo-yo , playing mostly super responsive (tug return) with my 3 “perfect for me” Arrow Elite. When in need to replace its response pads, the world is full of 19mm slim (1mm thickness) pads. B…

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## [Anyone tried Japan Technology Plage hybrid yo-yo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-tried-japan-technology-plage-hybrid-yo-yo/383228)

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**Author:** [@nikit\_g](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nikit_g)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2023, 11:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-tried-japan-technology-plage-hybrid-yo-yo/383228 "2023-08-25T11:35:21Z")

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Hi! I’m thinking about getting one, but curious how does it play and feel? And is it worth spending on 90$? Thank you in advance!

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## [AceYo Mercy 6](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aceyo-mercy-6/381619)

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**Author:** [@ccn411](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ccn411)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2023, 4:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/aceyo-mercy-6/381619 "2023-08-24T04:28:07Z")

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Has anyone tried the AceYo Mercy 6? Before I get recommended the Mercy 7, the Mercy 6 has various designs with anime girls on it and I think it’s cute. I’m mainly looking for a cheap Bimetal I have no problems bringing …

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## [4A beginner](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/4a-beginner/382921)

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**Author:** [@Juno](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Juno)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 3:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/4a-beginner/382921 "2023-08-20T15:10:20Z")

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Hey everyone, I would like to get into 4A but I’m not sure how to start properly. Is there something like a beginners guide? Or can somebody on here answer me a few questions? Like how long should tje string should be a…

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## [“Narrow” yo-yos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/narrow-yo-yos/382898)

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**Author:** [@andy569](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/andy569)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 6:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/narrow-yo-yos/382898 "2023-08-20T06:31:53Z")

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Been out of the loop for a while but watching worlds this week has gotten me wanting to get a new throw. Can I get some recommendations for competition oriented yo-yos that’s on the narrower side like under 44mm? Do peo…

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## [Looking for a new Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-a-new-yoyo/382818)

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**Author:** [@TurbowS](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TurbowS)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 12:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-a-new-yoyo/382818 "2023-08-19T00:14:12Z")

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Hey there! So I currently don’t own many competitive yoyos, I l’y having a shutter, IQ, DNA, and Replay Yoyo. Obviously my favorite of the bunch is the IQ and I’m looking at some other Bi-Metal yo-yos. When looking arou…

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## [Pls help me decide](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pls-help-me-decide/382819)

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**Author:** [@mates\_erdinger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mates_erdinger)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 5:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pls-help-me-decide/382819 "2023-08-18T17:09:00Z")

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hello, I found two yoyos on the Facebook marketplace - a clyw metal yetti and a clyw pickaxe, both in mint condition with everything (box & pin) . yetti for 1000CZK (45 dollars) and pickaxe for 1500CZK (68 dollars) shou…

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## [OG Evil Yo first time playing/ review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/og-evil-yo-first-time-playing-review/382820)

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**Author:** [@NewmanThrowsMFD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NewmanThrowsMFD)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 4:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/og-evil-yo-first-time-playing-review/382820 "2023-08-18T16:38:42Z")

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Hello all, I wanted to see if any throwers would be interested in reviews of harder to obtain yoyos on the off chance they manage to snag one. If not I hope you enjoy a piece of history with me. The Yo-Yo’s History - …

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## [At Design Zero](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/at-design-zero/382306)

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**Author:** [@yoyojoe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojoe)\
**Replies:** 44\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2023, 11:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/at-design-zero/382306 "2023-08-14T23:58:08Z")

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I know At Design is a small time company and I don’t want to give them bad press but I wanted to put out a warning for their new silky coating. I picked up their new zero in the silky coating and it was smooth and playe…

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## [New vanadium and titanium yo-yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-vanadium-and-titanium-yo-yo/382384)

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**Author:** [@Burchard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Burchard)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2023, 11:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-vanadium-and-titanium-yo-yo/382384 "2023-08-14T11:12:23Z")

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Vanadium yo-yo and titan yo-yo)) Vanadium left, with blue shine.

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## [Is anyone planning on attending the world yoyo contest?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-anyone-planning-on-attending-the-world-yoyo-contest/382490)

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**Author:** [@sedanthrows](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sedanthrows)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2023, 9:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-anyone-planning-on-attending-the-world-yoyo-contest/382490 "2023-08-13T21:40:33Z")

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Is anyone planning on attending the world yoyo contest? If there’s anyone who would be willing, I’d greatly appreciate it if they could make a purchase on my behalf a,d then ship the yoyo to me (Germany). Your kindness w…

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## [Any opinions on these models](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-opinions-on-these-models/382336)

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**Author:** [@sedanthrows](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sedanthrows)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2023, 3:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-opinions-on-these-models/382336 "2023-08-13T15:26:40Z")

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Looking to get your honest opinion on the following models from One Drop Fat Tire 2020 Still Rolling Panorama Wizard Would also want to ask about the Desyoyos Anima if anyone has had the chance to try it.

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## [Response pads recommendations](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads-recommendations/373768)

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**Author:** [@GTDropKnot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GTDropKnot)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2023, 2:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/response-pads-recommendations/373768 "2023-08-13T14:37:50Z")

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Yo I have to order new response pads and I don’t know much about them. Which should I get?

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## [Any play difference between anglam zero/anglam zero cc and anglam tiss](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-play-difference-between-anglam-zero-anglam-zero-cc-and-anglam-tiss/382417)

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**Author:** [@alomac](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/alomac)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 11:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-play-difference-between-anglam-zero-anglam-zero-cc-and-anglam-tiss/382417 "2023-08-12T23:36:15Z")

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Im looking to get one of the anglam, and curious about difference between them

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## [Bimetal or not?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bimetal-or-not/382331)

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**Author:** [@Mistale](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mistale)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 3:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bimetal-or-not/382331 "2023-08-12T15:10:42Z")

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Hey Forum, Im wondering, is this a bi-metal or not? I assume the inner rings are pressfit, but both parts seem to be aluminum. Im not sure… The yoyo is YYE Searching

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## [Some Brief Thoughts on the Halberd](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/some-brief-thoughts-on-the-halberd/347283)

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**Author:** [@Pox](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pox)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 2:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/some-brief-thoughts-on-the-halberd/347283 "2023-08-12T14:39:42Z")

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The R2FG Halberd is the type of yo-yo a thrower can rely on while in play and truly learn to love and appreciate. It is also one that can be purchased at a thoughtfully low price, one that is much less likely to break th…

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