Jean Dubost Laguiole 24-Piece Flatware Set -Pearlized Ivory

I bought this set of flatware with black handles (same seller, etc.) to replace a set of VERY cheap black handled Chinese-made flatware that I have had for over 25 years. I can tell you that I can't have paid much for the Chinese stuff (like 50 cents a piece), as I was broke back then. This "Laguiole" flatware seems to be made to exploit the Laguiole reputation, but without any of the traditional Laguiole qualities. The flatware is light, the steel is thin, the edges are milled carelessly (if at all; they sure aren't smooth), the fittings are not snug, and all this for nearly $200. Dubost has sold out. Oh but yeah, there's a wooden box to make up for it. What a disappointment. I am, in fact, a huge fan of Laguiole cutlery, knives, etc., but I would swear this flatware was made in China. Except it isn't as good.

I read the other reviews here that are less than 5 stars and if I can elaborate why the rating is so low the Brand carries 2 levels of quality, the ones on www.amazon.com are the 1.5mm thickness metal which is lighter and easily bent hence the lower price. IF YOU WANT the premium stuff order via www.amazon.fr or an independent retailer. If you are willing to pay DOUBLE this price you are then really geting the brand quality. The french site translates as follows:

LAGUIOLE ® HOUSEKEEPER FULL of 30 pcs color BLACK includes: 6x table knives + 6x + 6x table forks dessert forks + 6x + 6x tablespoons teaspoons steel 15/10 Stainless Blade: 1.5 mm thick EUR 325,00

*note the price difference. Hope this clarifies what you are purchasing and the indifference of reviews. If you want the brand for simply entertaining impressing and not expecting the top quality from this line then this series is fine if not spend the extra $ to keep for 20+ years to come.

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We got a set of this everyday flatware for our wedding and loved it so much that we bought more. The weight of each piece is well-balanced and the knives cut almost everything. The are also attractive and the ivory handles makes them a little more interesting than plain sterling silver flatware.

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Friends had bought me a set of four so I knew what I was ordering. They are fine for everyday. Not too heavy but they look really pretty. Good value for the Money. Knives aren't built for spreading but more for cutting; keep a spreader handy for your toast!!

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This set is very light weight with average quality feel. The box presentation was good. One fork was bent. Not something you can use on a daily basis.