From opening the box, you know this pan is going to be a staple. The pan is heavy, not too heavy, but the kind of heavy that makes you know it's going to conduct heat well and made of high quality materials. The handle is comfortable and the pan washes like a dream! The included cleaner sample truly makes the pan look brand new. I've been using it as a replacement for my cast iron which has always been difficult to keep clean. Not only is that not an issue, but it heats more evenly and faster!