I had an very old black and decker which worked OK, but was definitely showing its years. I decided to replace it with this more stylish product. Now I so wish I hadn't. Despite the pricetag and the pedigree this is a terrible product. It burns nearly everything nomatter now low you set the controls. If by chance the first piece of toast escapes, the second will be cinders. The handle broke almost immediately, and the sliders move at the slightest touch so that it is invariably miss-set. I am replacing it, and will definitely not be buying another cuisinart.