I bought this set at the end of last summer as my two children were moving out. I gave them all my Farberware pieces I had had for 30 years. I was happy with my Farberware but now having this Cuisinart set, I can say that this is so much better. Just picking it up the first time I knew this was different- it’s heavier but not so much that it’s hard to handle. It looks beautiful and cooks beautifully. I highly recommend this set as it is a quality set at a great value.