Been without a pressure cooker for several years as hated the old one I bought from who knows where. So, when I decided to look for a new one, went with the Presto as had used one in early marriage over 50 years ago. Love my new one and wish I had gone with it instead of my last one. Since I got the Presto, have used it nearly every day for a quick cook method for meals and a bonus is how tender meat comes out! It has been so great. I really enjoy using it.