I was surprised at the weight and sturdiness of this set. The lid is lightweight but is still strong enough to withstand repeated use. The press is solid and made from a heavy guage metal. I like the mirror finish on the dome and am trying to protect it as best as possible during use and washing. So far it has lasted well. I have also used the dome as a pan cover when frying. Overall this set meets my expectation and works as advertised.