I've owned my Rada set of knives, sharpener and peeler for over 20 years. They are still doing the job well. When I bought mine at the L.A. County Fair eons ago, it was only offered in brushed steel. It was also recommended that they be hand washed, not in the dishwasher. I had no problem with that and have never "dishwashered" them, but in time they have discolored with use. At the time I bought several for gifts as I loved them, and everyone felt the same way, especially about the peeler. I had bachelor sons who "dishwashered" them anyway and theirs turned dull and dark but are still used today.