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That's the point isn't it. A Smeg is fine until you compare it to something better. Go to a showroom and "feel" a Smeg. Then wander over and "feel" a Miele. You will notice the difference immediately. The Smeg feels lighter and tinnier, the control knobs are not as tight, the finish not as perfect. See the extendable racks of the Miele, the heavy door glazing, the seamless engineering.
well said!!
In the end, you do generally get what you pay for. Smeg's are probably a perfectly good oven...until you look at something better.[/quote]