"We've only had these highball glasses for a couple of days so I can't speak to the long term durability. However, they are very well made. They have thick rims, heavy bases are feel really solid in your hand. They are clear and very pretty to look at. The design is unique and makes the glass something really special on the dinner table. You can use these for everyday as well as fancier occasions.
I was a little surprised at how big they were when I took them out of the box but after a couple of days using them, I really love the size. They can hold an entire can of soda plus ice. I used to put a pitcher of water on the table at dinner so we wouldn't have to constantly get up to refill our glasses. These glasses are large enough that no refills are not necessary.
If you have small hands, you might not like these glasses. My husband and I are both on the tall side so these glasses are perfect for us. I hold them a little closer to the base and it fits well in my hand. These glasses are way too big for small children to hold but really, who's going to give a 4 year old an 18 ounce glass?"