I absolutely love the design of this teapot and it has graced the top of my stove for many years. Unfortunately this is my 2nd one...a house guest not paying attention allowed the water to burn away (the bird was not all the way in place in the spout) and the knob and bird melted as well as the bottom was completely destroyed. I wouldn't think of replacing it with anything else other than this one. It is a beautiful design and looks stunning in my contemporary kitchen. The bird when pushed in correctly makes a very loud whistle sound!