I purchased 4 sets so I am into this for HUNDREDS. After using just 1 Year and 8 Months I am looking to replace ALL 4 SETS, Yes - they can break in half just looking at them. my biggest problem is with the SALAD plated - I am down to 12 out of 16. Also lost a couple of dinner plates for NO REASON, They just spontaneously break in half.  So I feel I have 2 options, Sink more money in an entire set to be complete again or purchase ALL NEW. I need 16 Plates, Cups, Etc so that is 4 Sets. never dropped, never abused. If you soak one in hot water and remove it from the sink, it will break.