On 8/22/2014 jbnh said: I bought the Lenox 18/10 stainless set (H196303) in the devoted pattern and it is beautiful. I use this as my everyday and also for company. My guests usually comment on the weight and how solid and substantial they are.
I think they are much nicer and heavier than Oneida, which I have owned in the past and liked. This set is in the continental size as opposed to the American size and I prefer the larger size. I have only seen Oneida in the American size.
I will only buy flatware in 18/10 stainless. I throw them in the dishwasher, no babying and they come up perfect everytime.
One other thing, the reason I chose this particular set is I like the additional pieces. This set includes cocktail & dessert forks as well as iced tea spoons. I use all of these pieces. Some other sets buy Leno or Reed & Barton instead include steak knives. For me, the long spoons and small forks are more functional.
I think as long as you stick with an 18/10 set, you won't be disappointed.
I got this set as well! I have place settings for 12 of the Kate Spade New York Union Street which is VERY similar to this in pattern and weight, and also made by Lenox I think, and another long-time Lenox pattern (Vintage Jewel?).
We use it when we have a lot of people as extras, and I got the serving pieces which are great too. I think this set is an excellent buy and something you would be happy to put on the table! LOVE the small forks and tea spoons--we use the small forks for desserts and fruit all the time.
Also check out the website silversuperstore for more patterns and LOTS of information and separate pieces.