I recently bought this to replace a similar 40 year old Cuisinart saucepan (with a composite wood and metal handle.  That pan was in excellent shape, but I unfortunately turned on the burner with nothing in it.  Obviously that was very stupid and the bottom of the pan bulged and was no longer usable.  I love Cuisinart products and own many.  The first Cuisinart product I got was a 5 qt. pot , a present from a friend good friend over 40 years ago.  There have been a couple of rare Cuisinart duds, but very, very few.  I highly recommend the brand and this saucepan in particular.