I have never had a bad item from All-Clad.  Each piece is beautiful, made exceptionally well, and expensive.  But, they are worth it.  I believe my money was well-spent on this frying pan.  I should not ever have to replace it.  I'm at a point in my life where retirement is 10 or so years away and this pan should actually last me the rest of my life.  I have that level of confidence in its construction and craftsmanship.