On Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:37:01 -0500, Uncle Paul >
wrote:

>Hi,
>
>I am purchasing my first nice cookset. Does anyone have experience
>with the expensive stuff? Is it really worth it?
>
>$500-$700 is a lot for a set of pans. Demeyere has a 30 year
>warranty. Not bad. Of course I could buy 5 sets of the "mid-range"
>stuff and 10 of the cheap stuff over 30 years.
>
>If they really are better to cook with, I'll buy a set. I'm buying
>new anyway to switch to induction. I prefer all stainless. Am I nuts
>for considering spending this much? I do love cooking and am getting
>serious about it.
>
>Thanks in advance!
>Paul


If you are near a Costco, you might want to check into their Kirkland
brand. The quality is excellent and their return policy generous. And
Consumer Reports names the set a "Best Buy."

Boron