First, the tri-ply construction means this thing is SOLID, no flex - definitely several steps above a typical stamped roaster. Second, the LID is also tri-ply, meaning it's just as solid as the roaster itself so it can be used as a casserole dish, etc.THAT all said, the fit and finish are good, the lid fits securely and although it is quite a bit heavier than the "Blue Granite" stamped cheapie roasters, it's definitely NOT unwieldy or ridiculously heavy like a cast enameled model. Seems to hold residual heat a LOT better than I expected once removed from the oven, which is a bonus. Height is ample, but it does rub on the rack above in my oven when set 3 spaces apart, so if this is an issue for You make SURE You measure your available space. Yesterday (Thanksgiving) was a bit of a juggle to pull the roaster and baste the bird due to this issue - but after doing it once I realized that flipping the oven rack alleviated the issue (DUH) - again though, i got lucky that the rack flip worked and when You're talking literally 1/8" or at best 1/4" difference again, measure first.Lastly, if You (as i did) have reservations about the offset handles ... DON'T. They are night and DAY amazing for moving and lifting this thing when loaded up with an 18lb Turkey (which i did just last night, LOL) ... Also, with the handles offset, it allows (at least in MY smaller oven) for the roaster to be positioned straight front-to-rear without hitting the door or rear of the oven. This is a REAL space-saver if you are planing on doing a larger foil pan full of stuffing next to it on the same rack (something my old, actually SMALLER roaster wouldn't allow) ...To summarize, Look - most of my cooking stuff is either Le Creuset (Dutch ovens and Casseroles as well as one of my "Go-To" Grill Pans) or Commercial pans from our local restaurant supply (most made by Viking) - I used to be a Calph freak but yeah, that lasted about 3 years til they started warping and failing, I was All-Cl*d after that but found that the local Restaurant Supply Viking was about the same price and MUCH better all-around ... But I have seriously been using a hand-me-down Blue Roaster from the 60's (I think it was my Grandmas, I know for a fact it was Moms) and it was time to move on, turn THAT old one into a planter, and try something new. This actually worked for Me immediately, didn't break the bank, and I am impressed all-around for the price