HexClad HCH6MS Hexclad 6 Piece Pan Set 8", 10", 12" (Open Box)

We had a set of Misen pans for almost 8 years when 2 of the skillets popped the coating in the center of the pans (like a giant buckled up crack!) -- so I began the hunt to find replacements that would remain non-stick with no harsh chemicals and preferably would go in the dishwasher (Misen are handwash). I compared several sets and read many reviews online and finally settled on Hexclad I have been using the skillets for the past week and so far, I have been impressed. With minimal effort to season the pan, the pans have stayed relatively non-stick and super easy to clean. Occasionally, an item of food might stick initially but it releases easily with a silicon spatula. The advised temp settings for cooking may be a little low depending on your cooktop/stove -- I have had to increase by 1-2 settings to get the desired result when cooking. The pans have a nice feel, sit well in the hand, and aren't overly heavy like cast iron. The lids are sturdy and have been a bonus when cooking over our old set. We have cooked eggs, french toast, bacon, fish filets, and seared steaks in the pans and have been pleased with how everything is cooking evenly and leaving a nice crust/brown sear on the food. Out of habit we have always used silicon utensils in the nonstick skillets, so we have managed to not use metal utensils yet -- but I would not be worried about that as the pans seem quite rugged. We'll give it a year and if something changes, I will add more here.