Before even using this cookware, the feel, the heft, the comfortable handle all gave me a real positive feeling that I would like working with them.  Once I started using them, my feelings were reinforced.  The inside surfaces are surprisingly not smooth, but has a textured finish, which I found was really beneficial.  I don't know the technology behind it, but it provide a very even heat and a very easy cleanup.  
The longer then usual handle on the frying pan and skillet provided a nice leverage in lifting and maneuvering them.  Though all metal, the handles stayed relatively cool and easy to hold.  After using the cookware, they look as if they just came out of the box and are too pretty to store away in a drawer.  Too bad I don't have a pot rack to display them on.