This pan gets the most use of any in my kitchen. It's got a good depth so that when whisking sauces and gravies they don't spatter over the edge and mess up the cooking surface. I especially like that there are inserts made to fit this pot, including the steamer which is less of a hassle than the old expandable baskets. The lid fits nicely even after ten years. This pan requires a little extra effort to keep looking nice, but a swipe with some copper/stainless steel cleaner keeps it looking pretty much like new. Some sauces with a high milk content tend to burn slightly at the bottom. This is a good basic saucepan.