First off, these are good dumbbells with quality lines and mine were tight and well put together. The chrome finish was nice and the grips useable. The grips are a tad bigger in diameter than most all dumbbells in the same category.
So why the 2-Star rating instead of 5? Well, 2 denotes "Didn't like it" so any other rating would have been untruthful. The main and sole reason for such a low rating is the potential health hazard. Cap uses Polyurethane and Urethane on these dumbbells, both of which have been known to be a cancer risk. The hat has to be slightly tipped as a small notice was included in the box when the dumbbells arrived but there was and is no mention of it in this listing on Amazon. The buyer/ customer needs to informed of the risk before purchasing, simply put. Just as putting gas in your car poses a slight risk of exposure, each individual has the right to decide how much risk they want to endure. For me, the risk is too high and they had to be returned. Maybe washing your hands afterwards decreases the exposure somewhat but who knows? I train 5-6 days a week year round and wasn't a risk I would be willing to take. I will be sticking with chrome dumbbells.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 11.1 x 4.1 x 3.8 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 7.08 Kilograms |
| Brand Name | CAP Barbell |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Polyurethane (PU), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Cast Iron, Urethane, Rubber |
| Manufacturer | CAP Barbell |
