I am super pleased with this flatware set. I was nervous about buying online without being able to get a real sense of the quality and weight of the pieces, but they exceeded my expectations on both counts. I used to have a cheap set of flatware that felt flimsy and would bend easily, and when I got a better set after that, I realized what a difference it made. All I was looking for was something that matched that quality, and this set, while not as expensive as my last, is even better than that one was. As far as appearance, the items look just as they do online. I love the simple overall look, while the pebbling on the handles gives it just the right amount of detail to keep it from being boring. I would definitely recommend this purchase!