Customer Reviews

Oneida Mooncrest 45-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 8

5 star:		(48)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(9)

 

 

Sorry, I'm about to write a review on a product I do NOT own (but was thinking of buying). I did remember seeing these in a store a couple years back, and they did feel really good in the hand, though.

But the main point of my posting is to help people understand all the issues about stainless steel rusting or not rusting. This is a great FAQ from Specialty Steel Industry of North America. ([...]):
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1. What makes stainless steel stainless?

Answer: Stainless steel must contain at least 10.5 % chromium. It is this element that reacts with the oxygen in the air to form a complex chrome-oxide surface layer that is invisible but strong enough to prevent further oxygen from "staining" (rusting) the surface. Higher levels of chromium and the addition of other alloying elements such as nickel and molybdenum enhance this surface layer and improve the corrosion resistance of the stainless material. See the "Stainless Steel Primer" for more information.

2. What is the difference between 18/8 and 18/10 stainless steel?

Answer: The first number is the amount of chromium that is contained in the stainless, i.e., 18 is 18% chromium. The second number is the amount of nickel, i.e., 8 stands for 8% nickel. So 18/8 means that this stainless steel contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. 18/10 is 18% chromium and 10% nickel. The higher the numbers the more corrosion resistant the material. 18/0 is a misleading designation. Both 18/8 and 18/10 contain nickel and are part of the grade family "300 series" stainless. 18/0 means that there is 18% chromium but zero nickel. When there is no nickel the stainless grade family is the "400 series". 400 series are not as corrosion resistant as the 300 series and are magnetic, where the 300 series are non-magnetic.

3. Can stainless steel rust? Why? (I thought stainless did not rust!)

Answer: Stainless does not "rust" as you think of regular steel rusting with a red oxide on the surface that flakes off. If you see red rust it is probably due to some iron particles that have contaminated the surface of the stainless steel and it is these iron particles that are rusting. Look at the source of the rusting and see if you can remove it from the surface. If the iron is embedded in the surface, you can try a solution of 10% nitric and 2% hydrofluoric acid at room temperature or slightly heated. Wash area well with lots and lots of water after use. Commercially available "pickling paste" can also be used. See "The Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel" for more information.
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I am baffled and frustrated by all of the good reviews this flatware has received. Baffled because I received this set in early April and less than two months later the majority of the pieces have rust spots - which only continue to appear. Frustrated because I put stock in the positive comments, which ultimately led me to make the purchase. The flatware does look nice and it is sturdy and solid, but it rusts, which far outweighs any positive aspect. There is a reason the set is so cheap...it is cheap.

Hello fellow amazonians,

Since I'm benefitting from the reviews of others, I might as well give one myself. So here's my take on this product:

I sure can recommend this Oneida silverware set. It's probably not the highest quality (18/10 steel, other Oneida sets would have some higher value I think), which is adequately reflected in the price. My set does show some "darkening" streaks... maybe I should better say that it just doesn't shine as much anymore as when it was new (having it for 1.5 years now, no dishwasher though). My personal take is that this "darkening" (on single pieces only, I should add) is due to what I perceive as the lower quality of the steel -- which may or may not be true, I'm speaking as a lay person obviously. Having said all this: this is a very appealing design, doesn't look neither too casual nor too chic, it weighs very well in one's hand and is balanced well, and the knives cut well. Overall I think this is a very good value for the price. After having debated whether I should buy a higher quality steel for a second set, I decided to buy another set of the Moonchrest, because it simply looks very good (received even compliments on it), and is functional enough for daily use and classy enough to serve guests with. You can tell, I'm happy with my choice. If I had a wish, though, I would have liked the Moonchrest design in that higher value steel that most Oneida silverware products are made of (that's why I gave four instead of five stars, because to me it's not the "perfect" product).

I bought this set based on the glaring reviews in here. As soon as I received I put them in the dishwasher. I guess that's all it took, but a few pieces were RUSTED when I was going to transfer them from the dishwasher to the silverware drawer. Obviously this might be a one-off production glitch; however, I'm simply amazed at the vast number of 5 star reviews. Of the pieces that didn't rust, about half lost their luster and polishing -- again after ONE wash. Five stars? Really? After all it clearly advertises it is DISHWASHER SAFE and STAINLESS STEEL, in my case I got none. Absolutely unacceptable.

Followed directions, and it rusted after first trip through the dishwasher. Returned item. We had noticed that the forging was poor, as you could see pitted marks right out of the package.

I love this silverware. I've owned my set for over three years now and have seen no signs of rusting or loss of luster. I love the simpleness to the design, no ornate etchings or flowery handles. I have seen other silverware with the same unadorned handles, but have found none that are executed to my taste as well as the Mooncrest design. They are good solid pieces and the fork and spoon shapes are to my liking, being more slightly more wide and squat than long and thin, and they are an appropriate weight, rather than feeling too light or somewhat hallow.

The finish, as the product description states, is highly reflective, despite the photo seeming to display a satin sheen.

In response to the complaints of rust or quality loss, I would like to point out that the flatware comes with a 25 year warranty so be sure to register your purchase to qualify. Occasionally all lines of products, whether silverware, electronics, clothing, etc, have items shipped out that are imperfect. I owned a iPod once that died after just one year, but I was given a refurbished replacement. The point being, one bad experience (or two or three) should not serve as a product's entire definition. You also have to consider the company's customer service, warranty, and replacement policy. Oneida is a well-known and respected company.

Copied directly from Oneida's official website (http://www.oneida.com/warranty): "Each piece of fine quality Oneida stainless is warranted against original defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner.
If any piece fails to conform to this warranty, return the piece to Oneida Ltd.,(1-800-877-6667) at the address below, Oneida Ltd., will at its option refinish or replace the piece at no charge."

This simple plain design flatware FITS really well in the hand. Most other designs have a skinny little neck that is hard to grip. The Mooncrest is in my opinion beautuful in its shape and simplicity as well as functional for it's intended use.

Not sure why this product go so many good reviews. I took one fork out of the box and decided to send the set back. The fork tines were not finished well on the inside edges and the end was blunt and rough.

I have a set of Oneida Mooncrest for four, and I ordered this set to have more place settings. My original set was made in Indonesia in May 2010, and it is wonderful. It has a nice heavy hand. It is elegant enough to be used for a fancy dinner, yet plain enough to be used for every day. The set I ordered from Amazon.com was made in China in February 2009. Some pieces have pocks in the metal. Some pieces of the same type - ie. salad forks, dinner spoons - are different sizes, thicknesses, and shapes. I didn't even unpack all the pieces because I was so disappointed. I think it is because of poor quality control in the manufacturing location. (The location and date of manufacture is stamped on the back of the pieces.) The packaging says the pieces were manufactured in China, Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam and/or USA. I think I will be returning the set I got through Amazon.com.

I hadn't noticed rust, in particular, but then I don't use a dishwasher. Just today noticed (felt) significant pitting. Turned the spoon over, "Made in China, 2-07".