This is my third food processor from Cuinart.  The first I purchased in the late ‘80s and loved it.  The was one was a gift received three years ago and I loved it.  Unfortunately a small piece of plastic broke on the food chute and eventually required replacement.  The replacement food chute only worked once and thus the third purchase of this model.  This particular model is wonderful as the blade locks into the bowl, enabling easy pouring of contents from the bowl.  It also has a seal on the lid to prevent spillage when pureeing.  The adjustable slicing blade and the machine’s power were the final reasons for buying yet another Cuisinart.  Great product so far.