Reply #17: A specific brand suggestion ........

[Stinky The Clown]

Tramontina .... I see it all the time at both Marshalls and Home Goods. It is nice a looking tri-ply cookware line that has all the bells and whistles for a reasonable price. The name and company are Brazilian with Italian roots, but the cookware, these days, is made in Korea (like 90% of everyone else's cookware). The cast handles are comfortable and the pans have nice balance. Best of all, the price is reasonable, even at full retail. At discount, its a real bargain.

Here's their skillet.