There are many things you need to look into when buying fire / performance equipment. These are some questions that should help you when you are deciding to buy such things.

1. Connections- what kind of connectors are being used? If its those key chain aka split rings, get the hell away!
                        Those are not safe no matter what kind of material they are made of. The best kind of connectors are those
                        quicklinks that need to be fastened into place.

2. Chain- is it metal, what is its gauge? The higher the gauge the better the equipment (and heavier) Watch out for people who try to sell you
                        cheap thin material. Ball chain is the BEST for ease of spinning, but yes it should be replaced every year or two.
                         For safety concerns.

3. Handles- leather vs fibers? Leather is always the way to go bc any fiber grip can get burned up. We never want this to happen,
                   so use leather. Leather handles will need to be replaced after a year or more of stress.

4. Length- The length is usually determined from the end of your fingertips to your arm pit. People use all different types for
                   different displays. So test out different sizes, and find one that works best for you.

5. Fire Heads- So many different kinds!!! Make sure they are using kevlar material for the wick. Also make sure to know your
                        hardware and how the heads connect. There are many different ways this can be done, and some people do it half assed.
                        You will never find $h!t like that with me.