These plates are large and very heavy. NOT what we thought, we were in the market for a lightweight plate that would be easy to store and light weight. If you are looking for a sturdy, heavy plate. These are four you.
The plates seem to be of good quality, especially for the money, but one of the four I received was already chipped when I opened the package. (See included photo.) The damage obviously occurred before the plates were packed at the factory, because there was no fragment of the plate to be found in the box. No problem, I'll just contact customer service and receive a replacement, I thought. No such luck. I explained my problem twice in a chat on the Bruntmor website and once in an email. That was about two weeks ago, still no response. I'll consider raising my rating on this product if I get some satisfaction.
I asked before buying these plates if they were oven safe, and you will see in the questions that others have as well. Well, they are not. After receiving them, I did ask again because the mark on the bottom only said Microwave and Dishwasher safe. Reheating a plate of Shepherds Pie in a 350 oven made the plate break in half. Maybe one bad plate, but it happened on the next plate that hadn't been used before as well. No more reheating in oven. Down to 2 platesThey do look nice though, and if they just said it isn't oven safe and I bought them anyway, it would get a better review.
This product, of which I purchased a full line of serving dishes, has a substantial weight and feel and a handsome design. However, the surface finish mars easily and appears as a chip or scratch, but cannot be felt on the surface. I really like the flat black finish, but this needs improvement. I have had my set about a month and a half. What will it look like in a year? Other than this one characteristic, I am very satisfied. The plates can be pre-warmed so that dinner does not have to be eaten quickly to avoid cold food. These dishes make a elegant place setting. For me, all said and done, the finish takes a back seat to all the other good features.