Love this kettle! So glad that my last kettle broke so that I could buy and choose this new one! This new kettle looks really classy and holds a lot of water when full. I was worried that the lid would be difficult to open and close as my last kettle had an integral lid that opened with the push of a button. However that lid often didn’t open wide enough . This new kettle with separate lid is so much better and it works a treat and the handle is shiny and smooth to hold. A perfect kettle.