Do a search at the bottom of the page for Bertazzoni to find some threads. I absolutely adore the look of Bertazzonis. Love the colors too. rococogurl has one and loves it.

From what I have read here and elsewhere people seem to love the looks and the fit and finish. Some people dislike the smaller oven but for me the oven is the same size as my ancient built-in electric wall oven. The burners light a little differently but most people don't find it tricky.

Which model are you looking at? I have gathered some pics along the way and can post some for you if you need some.

The least expensive Master Series 30" without the built-in thermostat and it has black knobs. I have seen the pics of it on their website. I would love to have the thermostat and stainless knobs but not worth and extra $500 (that also comes with a full extending slide out rack). I prefer the smaller oven anyway.

Thanks for the tip as I'm new to garden web. I did the search and am seeing a lot of good reviews. I only wish there was recent follow-up on how the ranges are holding up after a few years.

I think I'm going to go for it. If I get it today I can take advantage of a $250 rebate.

Thanks again.

Oh, that's great. Welcome to GW by the way. I have learned so much about appliances and kitchens here.

I am thinking that the ranges hold up very well. Post a pic or two when you get it.

Good luck!

Here are some pics that I found. A fellow GW'er sent them to me and I don't think they will mind if I share.

Thanks for the pics and the feedback. That is the exact model I am looking at. The rebate didn't apply to that model but the appliance store is giving me $200 off anyway plus free delivery. I was able to negotiate between two appliance stores. I'm still on the fence between the lower priced Fridgidaire Professional and the Berta, but leaning toward the Berta. Simplicity and style over lower price and more features (more potential problems?).

Anybody think a 36" hood would look funny with a 30" range? I have a good older GE stainless hood from the local Habitat store that mounts under a cabinet. It is has a nice shape and two separate fans/lights. I will have either 30 or 36" inch base cabinet on either side of the range. Filler strips would be needed if I want symmetry.

You are on the right track having a range hood wider than the cooking surface. 36" hood over a 30" cooktop yields better effluvial capture with lower fan speeds needed to get the smoke properly sucked. Use spacers for symmetry and keep the thematic aspect of the hood in focus with the modernist approach of the range and there is little to go wrong. I would not be worried about the attractiveness of any kitchen awaiting a Berta. They are about the prettiest things I ever saw in a kitchen excepting my lovely wife and a couple hot mistresses of mine, few of whom cook much.