I bought this same mixer for my daughter-n-law last year for Christmas. She has used hers at least once a week since then. My son always makes comments about how great this mixer is, so I just bit the bullet and bought one for myself. It is so pretty that I didn't want to use it at first. OMG!!!! How did I ever live without this machine??? Makes things so much easier. I know it is going to get a good work out for the next 2mths for holiday baking. Very well made, sturdy and reliable. I had another brand stand mixer and it was cheaply made and after the first few times used the bowl wouldn't spin. I just love this because it has made baking and cooking so much easier and faster.
I have recently retired and have one of these wonderful mixers for a long time. My husband surprised me with this as a retirement present and of course I have been using it a lot. Getting ready for Christmas will be so much fun!
Bought this last month. havent had the chance to use it much since then, however i bought the exact same mixer my mother has been using forever. and i expect that because of the level of excellence in the craftsmanship this will be the only stand mixer ill ever need.