I purchase two of these slotted spoons in order to replace two mismatched cheap ones that we had originally received as first home gifts.  These spoons are used at the table when serving vegetables from the bowl.  They look good, and as with most OXO products are well made.  For cleanup I put them in the top rack of the dishwasher where they clean up fine.  If you're looking for a handsome serving spoon, these are the one's for you!