All the looms are beautiful and I can't even tell why they are seconds! They are a perfect size for experimenting with different ideas. They are particularly good in that you don't have a lot of material invested and it only takes a minute to get set up. As usual, the packaging is like an extra present! I have totally neglected my big looms for the moment as they involve so much prep time. My only complaint is that I STILL don't have enough time to weave for very long. At least I am still weaving a little bit! And they are perfect for a beginner for all the above reasons, as well as for sampling and tapestry.