Is the pattern on the handles shown on the back as indentations or are they smooth? Are the pieces easily bent when using? Tarnish or rust? They look 'oversized'? Thank you!
1644874
They're smooth on the back, sturdy so not easily bent, haven't tarnished or rusted, and aren't oversized.
1644875
They are slightly indented swirls. They are a bit oversized but very comfortable to hold. Sturdy and do not bend, rust or tarnish, despite the fact that our water is hard. I've had them for a few years at least. I even scoop ice-cream straight from the box with them. Never a problem. Get many compliments!
1644876
Hello, Pattern on the front is also indented on the back. Pieces are very strong & sturdy. I have owned for several years now and none of the pieces have bent. No rust or tarnish. As for "oversized"....Yes, they seem a bit bigger than my previous set. Hope this helps with your decision....Richard
570753
When I first got my set, they seemed to be a bit shiny, possibly a light finish. It quickly wore off after a few uses. The handles are still shiny though.
1153477
Yes, they are. There are designs in the bottom that you might call embossed or indented, but they are flat. This is a great set. I cook for 6 so I had to fill it out with some bigger pots and pans, but they still look like new after four and a half years.
1614635
Have only used a few times since purchased. have not noticed any issues with bending handles. I'm happy with purchase.
2162718
Mine are engraved so they will not rub off but the handles don't stay on very well as they appeared to be glued. 2 of mine have already fallen off and I've had just a couple of months.
2116734
I've had mine since Christmas 14 and I have had a couple knives get just a touch of light rust that rubs right off and doesn't seem to return. I love this flatware!
690581
So far I have not had any problems with these pans. The handles seem very sturdy to me. The pots are very easy to clean, just soak for a little while and it just wipes clean. I love these pots and pans.
594813
Good morning. So far mine has held up well. No bowing, and no rust. Not sure that doing all that would be worth the time and effort. I also only have a few items in the 3 baskets. I left one off because I don't use it. Hope this helps. Take care...
418711
I purchased the set as a gift, so I don't have access to it now, but when I checked them out right after receipt, the handles all seemed fine to me. I have had my Victorinox Forschner knives for a number of years now. The handles of my paring knives are not labeled, but the handles are the same material as the larger knives. If the knives with unlabeled handles feel OK, I'd keep them. On the other hand, if the unlabeled knives have smoother, less grippy handles, I'd return them.
1555272
Yes, there are rivets on the inside of the pot from where the handles are attached. We have never had a problem with them and there isn't any rusting or discoloration. I hope this helps!
1949455
Well, I have the pot right in front of me and I'm not sure. There are some indentations around the edge of the handles that would make me think they are riveted, but the indentations don't go all the way through. The inside is completely smooth. It looks like the side handles are one piece with a base plate giving them lots of strength where they are attached. The lid handle appears to either be welded or riveted like the side handles but without the base plate.
364328
The backs of the pieces are rounded and give the flatware a nice weight. I really love the way they feel in the hand, balanced and not too heavy, but feel substantial. Very good quality, and I expect to use them for a very long time.
1668780
My guess would be that a new "pattern" was made fairly recently that did away with the indents. Perhaps the newer castings are thinner? I think that would be a good thing, otherwise, they just didn't consider it necessary to put in the indents for structural or aesthetic reasons. I guess all that really matters is how it works, and I bet it works great! Mine does!!
1775494
It is not stamped on the knives and you have to have good eyesight to read it on the backs of the fork and spoon handles. Unless you were inspecting the handles, looking for "Made in China", it is just not an issue. This flatware is very nice quality and I enjoy using it.
2162719
They appear fine to me. I have only had them since December 2014 but they remind me of the set my mother got for a wedding present (they have been married 46 years) so I think the markings will be fine. The only concern I have is the welding. The first time I used the 1 cup the handle broke off. When I requested an exchange it was no fuss no muss. I sent the broken one back and they sent me a new one. I hope this helps.
2192021
There are no markings on the ones I received. The stainless steel is a bit stiff and a little difficult to bend into the correct shape.
588747
Have you had any problems with the curved handle? Does it feel any different compared to the typical straight handles?