Wallace Hotel Lux 77-Piece 18/10 Stainless Steel Flatware Set, Silver, Service for 12 -

I'm always skeptical to buy silverware online. I like to go into the store and bend the fork tongs and spoons back to see if they will hold up to everyday use. These are great, though. The patterns are elegant. None of the forks have bent. The spoons hold up to the ice cream challenge. The serving set is an added bonus. And weight is just right. I was a little worried that they would be too large and heavy, but they feel like a quality set that is fine for everyday use.My only complaint is that they're the larger European size. The forks are REALLY big. One is long and thin and the other is short and wide. So there really isn't a difference between the two of them in terms of size. I think that I'm going to buy another set of smaller salad forks. There are enough patterns that I don't think that anyone would notice if you incorporated in a similar quality set. It's also always a problem when you lose a piece or need a serving utensil that is either discontinued or not carried by the line. These already have different patterns with each piece, so you could easily add or supplement similar tableware without anyone noticing that you were replacing or combining patterns. I like that in terms of longevity of the flatware.On the left of the photo there is a Continental silverware fork (courtesy of my mother-in-law, whose silverware is often used and broken by children). You can immediately see the difference in both the size and quality of the two forks on the right.

i have lived in my home for about seven years now and i'm STILL building up a "grown up" collection. you know, real cotton sheets, real dishes, real drawers, real linens as opposed to the collegiate first-time-on-your-own-so-your-parents-took-you-to-ikea cheapo collection. i've been looking for something elegant and old fashioned but eclectic and most if not all silverware collections, new and old, have the same designs for all the pieces. i get it, its the "grown up" thing to want your silverware to match. whatever.so this was it. it is PERFECT. its old timey, its historic, its fancy and classy, but it has just a touch of eclectic chic that i can add in other pieces if i want or need to. the servingware is a really nice addition and honestly, i do love that it came with extra teaspoons (how did you know that i go through a ton of spoons!). everything feels heavy and solid. its all sized bigger than the old cheapo sad silverware which makes me feel like i'm at my rich family's house instead of an apartment. all in all, very nice so far!

This is the third set of Wallace cutlery I've purchased in recent years. The individual pieces are a generous size, the traditional design is ideal for an attractive setting, it's good quality, and the serrated knives cut really well.My only criticism: I didn't really need 12 place settings with so many extra teaspoons and soup spoons I would have preferred 8 place settings with the usual hostess set (meat fork, pierced spoon, tablespoon and butter spreader)

I’ve been looking at this set for a few years. Finally decided to go ahead and order it. I’m not disappointed at all. Every pattern on the utensils are unique and pretty. I recommend!!

Be different and eclectic with the only flatware set available that has different patterns within the same set. These have beautifully detailed designs that have historical significance, as explained on the box, which makes them very special. They are substantially weighted and slightly oversized, so there is definitely a heightened aesthetic when you use them. I would suggest hand washing to keep them in pristine condition, although they are dishwasher safe. For formal or everyday use, they add extraordinary style to an ordinary table setting. It amazes me that something this unique is priced so well. I highly recommend this elegant and stylish set. CAVEAT: The set you receive should have “WALLACE 18/10” stamped on all flatware except on the knives. If your set has the “WALLACE CHINA” stamp, send it back. It is vastly inferior in weight and detailing as well as having hollow rounded handles on the knives. They look and feel cheap. So this review pertains ONLY to the “WALLACE 18/10” set without the “WALLACE CHINA” stamp. I purchased my set directly from Amazon and it’s the proper set. Adding to the experience, Amazon shipped the set quickly. It arrived packaged in a beautiful outer box with each utensil individually wrapped.

We've had these for about a month, and they're terrific. The mismatch look is unique and the weight and feel is perfect. They shine brightly even after multiple runs through the dishwasher. Per the instructions, we use the slots to keep the knives from touching each other, don't leave them wet, and I wipe them off quickly as we put them away. No signs of wear or rust so far, but I will update this review if it ever happens.I also can't spot any of the flaws that some other reviewers have mentioned. It's possible I'm not looking hard enough, but they seem perfect to me.My only complaint, and it's minor, is that the salad forks and dinner forks are almost the same size. The salad fork is wider, while the dinner fork is slightly longer. This is because they're different styles and both look good; it's just something that I found somewhat odd.Also, as others have pointed out, the knife handles are flat, not rounded as the picture makes it seem. This is not an issue for me, and makes them easier to fit in the dishwasher.Overall, 12 settings+ for just $127 was a steal, especially at this level of quality.UPDATE 9/15/17: It's been well over a year. We stopped being careful about how we put them in the dishwasher almost a year ago, and they're still perfectly shiny. Still very happy with the purchase!