I am very pleased with the Titan Axle Barbell. I use it for both deadlifts & bench press while training my grip. The quality is comparible to the one I use (from another company) at a commercial gym. Plates fit nicely, and there are holes cut at the ends for attaching chains. The only reason I cannot give it a full five stars is because I have yet to find a pair of collars that will fit the bar properly, which is a safety concern. Other than that, it's an amazing bar and I would reccommend it.