This is the the best set of cookware I have ever owned. It us gorgeous and very durable; holding up to the rigorous cooking and treatment I tend to show my cookware on occasion; grabbing the first utensil I find in the drawer to stir with. The coating does not scrape off with my favorite metal spoons and spatulas I like using. I am looking forward to using and enjoying these pots and pans for years to come, hopefully, to be the last set I will ever need. Calphalon makes fantastic and beautiful products.