After watching a few YT coffee experts for some pointers before using, I made my first few cups same day it arrived. I still have some experimenting to do to find my flavor sweet spot, but it did seem to be an improvement over my drip-brewer, using the same coffee/wtr rations for my drip.The quality is obvious as unit is heavy, making me believe the claim of thick, double stainless steel walls. Outside is either polished to a mirror finish, or chromed, I cant really tell which. Plus the fact I managed to burn my tongue on the coffee, after steeping in this french press for TWELVE long minutes, I can confidently say it insulates quite well!I 'm glad I bought, confident in the value (quality vs price ratio), I'd recommend this product to friends & my stranger besties on the internet, plus I'd buy again (not that this one will ever need replacing, but as gift(s), 2nd home or RV, etc)