I wanted one of these because my grandmother always had them and I guess I was feeling nostalgic.  I was really happy when I got it to see the good quality of the bowl.  My husband must like it too because he grabs it every time he cleans fish!  Yuk...I use harsh cleaners on it to remove the odor!  I have put this in the dishwasher countless time.  Our family has been very rough on this bowl, but it has stood firm!  The color is just as bright as when it was new.  It has been cleaned and over cleaned without showing wear.  It has been dropped and banged around and is still in like new condition!  Everyone should have one of these.  The size is large enough for most anything you make.