I absolutely love my Revere Ware Copper-bottomed cookware that I got in 1961. But you must be diligent about using copper cleaner on the bottom EVERY time you use them. However, I don't like the stainless skillets for frying or browning chops or making pancakes, etc. so I use my iron skillets (I have 4 - all different sizes) - they are wonderful. I generally do not like the non-stick stuff, but I do have one 8" non-stick skillet from the Millennium line from Farberware. I use it only for eggs, omelets, crepes and sauces - never for anything that requires high heat. Revere Ware used to be top of the line in department stores but now you can buy it at K-Mart! Personally, I'm very satisfied with my cookware and would never consider paying hundreds and hundreds on other pots and pans.