I'm glad you all are discussing this. I go through skillets pretty fast, as they warp. I have never bought expensive pots and pans, and still can't afford it. Well, I guess "can't afford it" is relative. I don't think my conscience would allow me to buy a $200 skillet. If I get 4 years out of a $20 skillet, I would need to get 40 years out of a $200 skillet. Pretty sure I don't have another 40 years to cook, lol.