We have one older Ruffoni oval skillet (tin lined) and just love it. Excellent quality, very well made (although I don't know anything about the quality of their new pans). If you're willing to do the hand washing, copper can't be beat for making fussy, delicate sauces.

Here is a link that might be useful: vintage pan somewhat like ours currently on eBay

Thank you circuspeanut for the feedback! I don't mind washing by hand at all, in fact most of my cookware is hand washed, not a fan of large and heavy stuff in my dishwasher (le crueset etc).
On the Ruffoni, I'm looking at a deep pan and a large oval braiser. I love making roasts and this would be perfect for my new kitchen -- I think I can leave it out for viewing its' so beautiful!

{{!gwi}}