Dansk Variation V Stainless-Steel Dinner Fork

• Crafted of 18/10 stainless steel
• Dishwasher-safe and tarnish-resistant

Dansk Variation V Dinner Fork made in China:
I ordered 4 Dinner Forks in Dansk Variation V pattern to replace missing pieces from a set I purchased almost 30 years ago. Originally this pattern was made in Denmark, Finland or Germany. My first set was made in Japan and very closely matched the original design. I have also purchased replacement pieces made in Korea. I am slightly disappointed with the pieces I received today which were made in China. They seem lighter in weight, slimmer in shape and slightly longer as well. It seems odd that Dansk would make these changes on a set that has endured time so well. My dinner guests will not notice this "variation" most likely but I feel that other consumers should be aware of this if they are planning to match their older pieces.

Too much variation for my taste.:
I received the forks I ordered and was disappointed. They are not very good copies, lacking the graceful curves, smooth tines, and body of the original design. That said, I placed the copies I just received next to the original ones I have and showed them to another person, asking her if she could see any difference, and she couldn't. After I pointed out the differences to her, she did see them, but she didn't think it was such a big deal. Now I am undecided about sending them back, wondering if I'll just be creating an unnecessary hassle for myself by trying to find a better match. I don't recommend these copies of the Dansk Variation V forks to people who are very discerning.