I have searched for an enameled pan for months. Being from vermont fall and winter is the time to get cookin! I have only had this pan for a few days, made coq au Vin and the pan braised, deglazed, and performed just fine. Just like ant pan, soak in hot soapy water, cleanup made easy. Love your dutch oven, don't stack with other metal pans, treat with care just like a nonstick. No need to spend $ 400 for others. You'll love this dutch oven, and the money you saved!