****IMPORTANT UPDATE MUST READ**** I just read on thecubicle.us that the first batch of PanShi's were less than satisfactory. Here's the actual quote:
"Unfortunately, we have just received some notice from the manufacturer of the PanShi (DaYan) that the first batch of PanShi 3x3 cubes was not acceptable in quality. Specifically, we were told that the issue involved the plastic mold, and that the first batch of PanShi cubes are not as smooth as they should be. The problem affects both Assembled and DIY Kits for the PanShi, and it is not unique to us."
No wonder the torpedo snapped. Also, after tensioning and lubing it, it was a kind of bad cube too.
And an abundance of thoughts. Not to mention a ShengShou megaminx.