So, after having waited a bit to install my Victory fan in my kitchen I finally set to work to install it. I decided to go with the recirculating option as I couldn’t find a satisfactory location to vent to the outside. Unfortunately as I commenced work on the install I discovered there were no fasteners included to attach the recirc part to the chimney stack frame. Also, there are no instructions in the manual for that part of the unit, however, it seems fairly straight forward. Also, one of the four holes tapped in the chimney frame for the recirc unit fasteners was botched at the factory and I’m not sure how I’m going to fasten. Far too much improvising required at the install end for my liking.

The fan has worked great for the last nine months. Simple to use with basic controls. I like that it doesn't over complicate things with touchscreens and smart whatever. The design is very clean and doesn't draw attention to itself even when it's hanging right in the middle of our kitchen.
The fan moves a lot of air and the best part is that it does it quietly so you actually use the fan. You can still have a conversation in the kitchen with it running on high. This was definitely the most important thing for us. The old fan and fans in other places we have lived were so loud that we didn't use them as much as we should have because they caused such a loud noise. That's not the case with this one.
They lights are nice and bright, ours has the LED bulbs.

The hood arrived on time and well packaged. Installation instructions were very clear and easy to follow. My wife is extremely pleased with the function and quiet operation. Great addition to her kitchen.