Customer Reviews

Cuisinart by Wallace Stratford Hostess Helper 45-Piece Stainless-Steel Flatware Set, Service for 8

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This latest version of Cuisinart's "Oxford" pattern, made in China, is far inferior to their earlier product in the same pattern. It's lighter, less solid feeling, less well made, with lots of minor flaws in the manufacturing. It's ok for the kitchen, but I would never use it for anything else. I feel sure it will not hold up well, will scratch more easily and look worn very quickly. Very disappointing, and not worth the price. -- B. Took

The previous reviewer had it right, the new stuff is made in China and it's pretty cheesy. I needed extra pieces for the set I purchased some time ago. My original set was the heavy guage higher quality stuff made in Korea. This stuff isn't worth the postage: it's smaller, flimsier and doesn't even match the pattern. Fuggedaboudit...

Since I've never had the "original" version of this particular pattern, I don't identify with the bad reviews posted here and have always been very happy with my set. They have a pleasing weight and a lovely, modern, elegant style. I found a setting for four at my local discount housewares store (Homesense here in Canada; aka T.J. Maxx or Marshall's for those south of the 49th parallel--same parent company) and have been looking for more settings ever since. It's been my bad luck that the Stratford pattern seems to be discontinued at most physical and web-based retailers. Now I am eagerly awaiting a full set from a seller I found here on Amazon. Can't wait!

I was hesitant to purchase this set when I saw some negative reviews, but was pleasantly surprised that this flatware set is nice! It has a nice weight and a classic look. I am enjoying!