This pan is just like my mom's growing up. One of its best features of the heat proof handles so you can put the whole thing in the oven if needed. Make sure you use over mitts when you take it out though as it will be hot! I prefer a more modern look and while its nice that its lightweight, it also makes it feel a little cheap. Functionally this works well, it just looks like I've had it forever and isn't something I would leave out on the oven for "looks".