Customer Reviews

Wallace Continental Classic 65-Piece 18/10 Stainless-Steel Boxed Flatware Set, Service for 12

5 star:		(4)
4 star:		(1)
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2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

I bought this set 4+ years ago and I have been looking to add to my set. This is a set that I use for special occasions, not because it is delicate, it is just as versitale for everyday use. This is a very "weighty" piece of flatware, very comfortable in your hand. It does not feel like a piece of tin in your hand. It is smooth and has polished edges not the kind of edges that are from being stamped out of a sheet of metal.

The pictures and the mixed reviews will really throw you off on this product. When I received this Continental Classic Stainless I was very disappointed. You think the mixed reviews are varying opinions. Now, I don't think so. The rave reviews seems to be people that purchased more than 4 years ago. What I received has the appearance of stamped sheet metal, forks and spoons have the correct two dimensional shape, but the edges are squared, not rounded, yeah, like stamped sheet metal. 18 / 10 Stainless isn't even an issue. You have to wonder why anyone would waste 18 / 10 stainless steel on this. Out camping, this might be okay, but on your table, or given as a gift it would be very embarrassing.

These feel very light and cheap. It is not "weighty" and it DOES feel like a piece of tin in your hand. Not at all what I read in positive reviews and/or what I thought I was getting for the price. Also, if it matters to you as it does me, made in China. *sigh*

I'm sure that they are made of 18/10 stainless steel, but they didn't use very much of it. They feel very light weight, with no real heft. Like a fancier version of the flatware put out at an inexpensive family restaurant. The edges are sharp, and not rounded at all. The "mouth feel" of the spoons is a bit too sharp on the lips. I expected the knives to have a hollow handle, which was fine. The is no seam between the blade and the handle, and that part is nicely finished. The knives have a decent cutting edge, that can actually be used to cut most foods, although perhaps not steak. The set is shiny enough. It's a simple style which is what I was looking for. But they feel cheap. And indeed can be had for $[...] cheaper elsewhere (e.g. [...]).

I purchased this identical set (as well as I can tell) from Lands' End nearly 10 years ago (8pcs for $100) and haven't looked back. Here are my specific observations:

Pros:
* Design is truly timeless and absolultely elegant
* Made of 18/10 Stainless Steel for exceptional durability. My set looks great after daily use for the past 10yrs.
* Feel hefty and strong (except, as noted in another review, the hollow-handled knives)

Cons:
* Knives may rust (Problem began when I purchased a new Bosch dishwasher which does not use a heating element)
* The two spoon sizes are unusually large (I'm a large male and don't even use my large spoons.) The small spoons are equivalent of large spoons in other sets. Consequently, the set contains no truly small spoon size.

Still, buy the set... you won't regret it.

Update... Please see my comment appended to this review. I would give my set (purchased 10 years ago from Lands' End) five stars, but apparently the more recently manufactured sets have a cheaper feel to them. I have not purchased these sets from Amazon and cannot speak to their quality.

Very good quality. Holds up well in the dishwasher. A little on the large side but acceptable.

I sent this set of flatware to my daughter for Christmas. Pryor to using it she washed them in her dishwasher once. They came out with black spots and streaks on them. She returned them to Amazon and they promptly gave her a credit. We have no problem with Amazons return policy,they were great.

I have wanted this flatware set for a very long time. A friend of mine has three sets and entertains a lot. He always get compliments on how sturdy and elegant it looks. I used it the day I received it and have ever since. Great product. I am thinking about purchasing another set to have plenty for the holidays.

These flatwares are not heavy at all. The butter knife handle feels hollowed out when you pick it up. Large utenils. You really would have to open wide for the spoon to fit and wider if there were actually food on it. Not worth for that price. Can get some that feels more expensive for a lesser price and did.

Order shipped and processed fast, items ordered arrived in adequate packaging, undamaged - great quality.