Good, solid, dependable. Can be quite stiff when new.
(Oil and a little rottenstone therapy fixes it nicely.) Mine are well regulated. Beyond $1200 is a lot used for the DDR models, but the models made from 90-94 can cost considerably more...up to $2k. They have nicer wood and wood finish but that's about the only difference. Rumor has it that the late 80's models lack the quality due to Eastern Bloc insecurities, but I have no proof. My 20 weighs right at 6#, my 12 7# 2 oz. I prefer non ejector guns, these suit me fine.