I’m pretty sure the onedrop released the m1 before all of the yoyos mentioned above. For $60.
True Fact!
The M1 didn’t necessarily turn the entire industry on its head though. The shutter changed the way we thought about $50 throws. It paved the way for an array of other budget metals. Yoyos that play just as well as there $100 counterparts. Before the shutter, you’ve got Dv888’s, Dingos, and a Raptor. The Shutter’s released ushered in the golden age of budget metals. The M1 didn’t. At the time yoyo trends were different too. The Shutter fits today’s trends and fits the performance needs of today’s players better than an M1. M1 had its day. The sun has set on mid-walls, .555 response, and super narrow throws. Plus the shutter is $15 cheaper, but of course you already knew all that. 
For it’s time, the M1 was revolutionary. Before it was released, the idea of a budget metal that performed as well as the premium yoyos of it’s time was unheard of. It made “budget metal” an actual category.
That’s not necessarily true. Are you just assuming that or have you actually heard manufacturers saying that? I wasn’t thinking about the super-cheapness of the shutter when I heard of it. Just saying
According to Steve Brown
“Manufacturers are saying ‘it’s all going down at the $50 price point’…”
I don’t have ties to companies, but I trust the word of Steve Brown. You may not be concerned with price, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a selling point.
Nice review! The history part in the beginning was a nice touch. I agree about the finish. I prefer the blasted ones too.
I just got mine today and I’m gonna have to say the shutter is the t*ts (attractive female body part) of yo-yos… For it’s price…
great review! great yoyo!
Yoyos have t*ts? Are those inside the cups?
Easily the best review I’ve yet to come across. You’re entertaining and honest. The backstory with links was VERY fun. It gives the yoyo a personality and gives the whole piece a fun build up.
Good work. Do more.
but Duncan Strix…
Strix is a nice yoyo. I prefer blasted surfaces.
Nice review. Have you done a review on the hubstacked genesis? I saw you got one from the mystery box, so a review on that would be pretty cool:)
YYF has stopped producing the Genesis+. It’s an amazing yoyo, but not readily available. I try to review yoyos that others have an opportunity to purchase.
There are 58 in stock.
They’re the last. YYF isn’t making more.
So, a review would still be helpful to those considering getting one of those 58.
Since your itching for a review, I must satisfy.
Here: YYF Mystery Box Review w/ Yoyo reviews - Yo-Yo Reviews - YoYoExpert
Enjoy. My thoughts on the Genesis+ are included.
If you don’t want to read it all, my quick advice is to buy one while you can.
I ordered one before I even finished reading the review.
Are you talkin bout that Genesis. If so, I hope you enjoy it.