All-Star mitt question

My son uses a 32" Mizuno but doesn't have a preference one way or the other on size.  He does want to get an All Star CM3000SBT (33.5") eventually. My catchers mitt is all used up so I'm getting a new one (catch bullpens for my son and for my son to use as a spare) and am planning on getting the All Star CM3100SBT (33.5" - less expensive).  If treated properly you should be able to get through 3 high school seasons.  Not sure if it will make it through 3 seasons of high school, travel, and fall ball.

WHich size fits better?  Some prefer the smaller size as its easier/faster to transfer the ball on a throw (like a SS).  The ball has more places to hide in a larger glove. My son used one as small as 31.5 in college, but usually went with the 32.5

Son went from a Rawlings HOH to a AS 32 inch to help with his transfer.

My son has had an Akadema catchers mitt for as long as I can remember.  A friends son was at a D1, now at a FL juco for a year... same thing...his dad is a rep for a sporting goods dealer so he could get anything he wants at cost...but has stuck with Akadema. 

My son has a new 33.5" CM Model which he is breaking in when he gets a chance. He has always used the A2000 32.5 model for the last 4 years and its still his game glove but he really likes the All-star. Once it is broken in - he will probably go to that. It does break in quite easily compared to other top models.

Durability - depends upon how much use - 3 years in HS and summer ball may be stretching it a bit if used as full time practice and game glove - I am guessing around 2 years if used for everything.

My son went with the All-star 33.5 mainly because it fit his hand the best.