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(More customer reviews)This is a nice looking cookware set, but is quite an investment for what the general product description says. Little more than "It's great, send money". So, I did a lot of web surfing and found this on one site. At last, at least something...
"2.6 mm total thickness; 5-ply clad construction; Interior layer-0.4mm 18/10 stainless steel; bonding layer-0.3mm aluminum; core-1.0mm copper; bonding layer-0.3mm aluminum; exterior layer-0.6mm magnitized steel"
An 1mm x 8 x 11 sheet of copper runs about $30, depending on the day. I guess this $400 pot has about $50 or so worth of copper in it. Otherwise it is a normal, run of the mill, aluminum ply pot that runs a few bucks at your local five and dime. I figure a comparable "made in china" (as this one is) pot, technically, should run about $125, or so, at Wal-place. Of course, what price beauty? This does appear to be a handsome unit.
I also learned, or so "they" say, that a "proper" copper layer for cooking should run about 2 - 2.5 mm. thickness across the base of the pan.
This line of pans can be had at DEEP, discounts. I just bought this 8qt pot for $211, when it arrives I'll update how it performs at heat distribution with my 3000Watt induction cook top.
Update:
The pot arrived, and I was impressed. Decidedly NOT your typical "made in china" item. The fit and finish were utterly outstanding. The base was absolutely flat. My estimates from the on line descriptions were simply wrong, you won't ever find this kind of quality at Wal-place. It easily competes with stainless/copper/stainless pots from All-Clad, etc.
On the induction burner a 1/4" layer of water burst to a boil clean and evenly across the entire base of the pot. Heat started to travel up the side of the pot, but not so much that it took away from the action at the base.
Handsome, heavy gauge, solid fit, beautiful finish, and fine heat distribution. Yep, I went and bought myself a 12 piece set.
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BonJour\'s collection of clad cookware offers precise control over the cooking process with an elegant, European flair. Clad metal construction is the preferred fabrication by professional and home chefs alike. The interior layer of each pan is crafted of pure 18/10 stainless steel which is non-reactive and doesn\'t adversely affect the flavor of delicate ingredients or subtle sauces. The exterior is made of magnetized steel which is induction suitable and polished to a beautiful mirror finish. The key to clad cookware is the heat conductive metal core layered in between the stainless steel throughout the entire pan. BonJour\'s unique design offers better heat conduction than traditional clad cookware because its thicker base evenly directs the heat up the side walls and around the pan. The result is stunning cookware that heats up quickly and evenly and provides a lifetime of exceptional performance. The culinary heritage that introduced buttery, delicate sauces and bold, lush wines reinvents itself in new clad cookware from BonJour. Time-honored tradition and attention to detail made these quintessentially French delights international favorites. The same care and commitment to excellence can be found in BonJour\'s clad collection, which is why it\'s the preferred cookware in the famed Eiffel Tower restaurant. With its bold silhouettes, generously appointed fittings and exceptional performance, they will be your favored culinary tools as well.The high straight sides in the 8 qt stockpot is perfect for cooking soups and broths
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