The best handles on the market, and some other pros and cons
Summary: Overall, a beautiful set of pans. However, there are some trade-offs. I would recommend this set to someone who likes the appearance or the handle design. However, considering the price, I personally would choose to either save money on a set that is very close in quality with a thinner base, or spend a little more money to get an even nicer set with thicker walls. In balancing all the features (some two stars, some five) into one overall rating, I came up with three stars, "It's OK". The thin side walls and the cost were the primary reasons why three stars instead of four or five.
Assumptions: When shopping for a set of pans, I would first make sure I need every pan in the set. Choosing individual pans (instead of a set) can save money and ensure you only buy the pans you truly need. For example, there may be one or two pans you want that are not in any given set (which would add cost if you buy separately), and you may not use one or two that are...
Well made but smaller than stated
This pot is beautifully made... heavy, sleek, and well balanced. The lid fits tightly. However, it does not hold 3.5 quarts; I measured it at not quite 2.5 quarts (and that amount comes too close to the top). The top of the pot measures 8 inches diameter (not including the handles), and it's tapered toward the bottom. The height without the lid is only 5 inches. This makes it only a tiny bit larger than my 2 quart sauce pan, which is 8 X 4 inches (and that pan is straight sided). I will probably send this back for a 4 quart or larger pot, as I need something for soup and pasta for 3 (I've been using my 2 qt sauce pot, and it's just too small). I want something smaller than my 6 quart stock pot, as this leaves my soups too shallow to use my immersion blender effectively.
Simply superior
I've been gradually upgrading my cookware piece-by-piece... until this set, I was accumulating non-stick Calphalon pans but still had some cheap generic stainless steel stockpots. My old stuff served me fine, but... well, read the review.
When I got this set, I was reluctant to leave my non-stick Calphalon pans behind for uncoated stainless ones, even though they were obviously very well made... so I started with the stock pot. From my very first cooking session, I was sold on their superior quality.
APPEARANCE: like the pictures. Nice, chrome-y mirror finish on the outside, heavy-duty handles, and shiny, plain metal lids. Nothing special, but still a clean and timeless look.
CONSTRUCTION: these pieces are HEAVIER than your run-of-the-mill cookware, due to the heavy cladding in the base. The handles are solidly riveted and feel as though they'll last a lifetime, with care (no loose rivets, etc.). Another reviewer on here commented that the sides are...
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