Here's the thing: it is big, pretty color, and works. HOWEVER, I have followed all the care instructions and the enamel started chipping off after the 2nd use. It mostly comes off on the ridges/edges of the lid and the bottom of the pot. SO it doesn't look perfect but it does still work....You get what you pay for. If I see a deal on a Le Creuset dutch oven somewhere I would get rid of this one in a heartbeat. Before I bought this a lot of reviews online said that this is virtually the "same thing" and there is no noticeable difference between Le Creuset/higher end brands, but there is. If you are looking to get by for a few years with a dutch oven that doesn't cost a bunch....then this is for you. If you are looking for something that will last for forever, this isn't it.