4.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy "Lincoln" if "Linden" is available - EXACTLY the same for 25% less! You need to know this about “Lincoln”: The only difference between a box of “Lincoln” and a box of “Linden” is a peelable UPC label, but “Linden” is typically priced 25% less. As long as “Linden” is available, you should buy that instead.How is this possible, you ask?Well, Oneida sells “Lincoln” under a contractual agreement with its authorized dealers to not sell it than for less than a set minimum price. It does not matter if the authorized dealer is selling on the internet or in a physical store. They simply cannot underprice below the minimum if they don’t want to violate the terms of their Oneida contract. To sell “Lincoln” cheaper through lower-end outlets like Sears, Oneida labeled some of the same boxes as “Linden” to avoid undercutting their higher-end authorized dealers who were selling “Lincoln.” (This happens all the time in retail, so don’t be amazed.)Sears subsequently discontinued “Linden,” and vendors across the internet bought the inventory. Some vendors still sell “Lincoln” at the full price (because they have to), and at the same time they sell “Linden” for 25% less, but they will actually ship the same box in either case, because the content of the boxes is identical.Therefore, my advice is that you do a search for “Oneida Linden,” first and order that for 25% less. Eventually, the surplus stock of “Linden” will be exhausted, and after that, my advice is to be a wary consumer of Oneida and other name-brand tableware because of such little branding and pricing games.If you are still reading at this point, here another fascinating tidbit: Oneida has reduced the quality of “Lincoln” over the years to maintain a lower price-point. A decade ago, “Lincoln” was a much heavier 18/10 (18% chromium and 10% corrosion-resistant nickel) stainless steel, but they have since cheapened it to be a much thinner and lighter 18/0 steel; I have both before and after the change, and while they look so similar you can’t tell at first, if you hold a fork of each in your hands, the new version is obviously lighter and more cheaply made. Don’t get me wrong, Oneida is still a quality brand, but it is sad to see how they have let the quality fall over time. A bit of tarnish on Oneida’s reputation, just like their stainless steel is more likely to tarnish these days…Variation: Size: 45 PieceStyle: 45-Piece Flatware Set

5.0 out of 5 stars Very pretty! Fits my needs! My previously owned Oneida stainless steel over the years became a victim of many life changes. So, I had a flatware deficit!!Since my days of after college and single life, I had been a user of Oneida stainless. In my mind that’s all there is! Of course, times sadly have changed not always for the best. I had much difficulty finding stainless steel that I would even consider for my use. Mind you, I live alone now. My days of “entertaining” have with mixed feelings passed. But, I still insisted in my mind on Oneida flatware for everyday! I wanted more than 4 place settings, but no more than 6. The days of needing 12 places with every imaginable hostess and serving pieces long gone. Wanted it to feel substantial in my hand. Oh. And I wanted quality for my money! I know….picky! Picky!It truly is difficult shopping online. In smaller and mid-size towns our choices are more limited. So, after much studying descriptions, specifications and reviews I made my decision.And I am very pleased! The 8 place setting of Oneida Lincoln pattern stainless steel is what I was searching for. And I am most satisfied! I originally wanted 6 place setting, but 8 isn’t overkill. The hostess set is useful, along with other pieces already in my posession. Eventually I may even add a few additional soup spoons. Even though I live alone, I use those the most. And a few iced tea spoons. It will be interesting to find other patterns of those pieces to coordinate with my Lincoln pattern. I’m enjoying not having matching everything in this new world. And am embracing it. Even my dishes and accessory pieces!No problems with rusting or dullness. They shine and are bright! I wash in dishwasher. Even after drying cycle I wipe with a soft cloth (also Amazon finds) as well as my dishes, etc. I like the sharp tines of the forks, as I did search for ones that would pierce food easily. Not ones that tend to be “squared” at the ends. I zoomed in on every feature during my search!If a friend was to be searching for new Stainless flatware, I could and would make this a recommendation!Variation: Size: 45 PieceStyle: 45-Piece Flatware Set

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice quality set Shipped quickly and with no damage. Very nice and shiny out of the box, feels good in your hand, they clean up nicely and are attractive looking. Sturdy and should be very durable. Pieces are just a little bit smaller than I expected based on my last set. Not a problem.Variation: Size: 45 PieceStyle: 45-Piece Flatware Set

5.0 out of 5 stars Durable Love the look and fell. Super durable. Have had for 10+ years and bought several sets as kids lose them. Do dull over time a bit but not a huge deal. Solid, feel heavy duty.Variation: Size: 45 PieceStyle: 45-Piece Flatware Set