This kettle feels very well made, it is a great size (yields around 4 generous cups), and it's decorations/paint are very pleasant. The handle is stiff to move (doesn't flop about) and feels well connected to the kettle. I do not use this to boil water, just to brew, because I like the temperature accuracy of my electric kettle too much, but I'm sure it is great for boiling also. Only negative I have really, is the black coating on the lid is quite noticeably glossy, much more glossy than the kettle is. So it doesn't quite match perfectly. I assume it is because they treat the paint separately on the kettle and lid, either way I wish it was a more uniform look. Overall I am happy with this purchase and use it daily.