Like most people, I've used a variety of implements to remove bridge pins, with varying degrees of success and failure. Cursed many times over the pins that just didn't want to move, and extra cursing for the pins that broke,especially if replacements were not available at the time. I saw this little gadget, and my interest was sufficient for me to add it to my order. Now, let me say this, I've only used it on two jobs so far, but already I feel confident that I've found the right tool for the job, just locate the pin head into the slot, give it a pull, and out they come. The material its made from should not damage anything, and the curved bottom allows pressure to be applied to those reluctant to move, by a slight rolling motion. I like it.