Spot on grip width

Review submitted on 23rd July 2012 by Ben

I got rid of my first pair of dumbbells as I found the standard 1" grip uncomfortable with alot of exercises - I have fairly long hands.
I ordered these up, and while we were at it, decided what would be best with the other proportions, and they turned out really well.
The 1.5" grip is alot more substantial - I'd recommend it to anyone with long hands, or as a good transition set of bars to go from 1" to the 2" strongman grip training bars without compromising your ability to complete your usual sets of exercises.
With a shorter handle shaft length than my previous pair, the bars are alot more economical in terms of space left over for plate loading, whilst still being able to accommodate even wider hands than mine (which measure a bit over 4" at their widest points including the thumb).
I have a feeling these bars will be sticking with me for a long time.

MATT NOTE: The above review has been submitted by Ben, who's the gentleman that requested these dumbells originally.