This is my first flat back stud. I bought it for the second piercing I have in my ear lobe. The first length and gauge I bought was too big and Adorn was great about letting me exchange it! My piercing has some scar tissue, so it’s still a little hard put in the earring from the back like I’m supposed to. Since I have the gold round and it looks the same from the front and back, I have it in backwards. It’s working and comfortable to wear for now!