We have had cats for 50 years and have used many litter scoopers and this is the best so far. Metal is very strong, not like the cheap plastic scoops. Has a scraper on the edge to clean the bottom of the litter pan. I have had other metal scoopers and after awhile the handle will start to bend, and then break, but this is very sturdy. I even bought some extras for gifts to other cat owners.
I use pine pellet litter, and really thought the pellets would fit through the slots of this larger scoop when sifting out poop. I was wrong. The pellets are just big enough to get stuck but not fall through. Great sturdy scoop otherwise. The hunt continues for a scoop that meets my needs.