Let me start by saying this grappling dummy is NOT for the impatient. Unboxing it felt like receiving a giant canvas sock with limbs – hilarious yet intimidating. The 'unfilled' disclaimer is serious business; I raided my entire closet and still had to beg neighbors for old towels!

The stuffing process was an adventure. Pro tip: Wear long sleeves unless you want 'zipper tattoos' on your arms. It took 3 garbage bags of clothes to get mine to a decent weight (around 70lbs), and I'm still finding random socks stuck in its 'ribcage'. The canvas material feels durable though – survived my amateur armbar attempts without tearing.

Once stuffed, it's surprisingly realistic for drilling submissions. The human-like shape makes guard passes feel more authentic than using pillows (my previous 'training partner'). However, if you don't distribute stuffing evenly, you'll end up wrestling what feels like a drunken giraffe – lopsided and weirdly floppy.

Unexpected bonus? My kids turned it into a Halloween decoration when not in use. Nothing says 'spooky season' like a fully-stuffed grappling dummy lurking in your garage.

For $25, it's a steal if you're willing to put in the work. Just don't expect UFC-ready quality out of the box – this is more of a 'blank canvas' (pun intended) for dedicated martial artists.