I've been using Farberware for many years. In fact, I received my first 4 quart covered pan approximately 47 years ago. That pot is still going strong with almost daily use. However, before moving to Israel 7 years ago my husband and I decided to treat ourselves to new Farberware because we thought the quality was still excellent. What a mistake! My 12 quart covered stockpot now has a couple of small places where the stainless steel has worn through, revealing the dark inner layer. This is the pot I use least often - no more than 5 or 6 times a year. I never mistreat my cookware and keep it very clean. My old pot was (and still is) true quality. No more! How sad!