Farberware Classic 12-Inch Fry Pan with Lid and Helper Handle

by Farberware

Product Features

• Made of heavy 18/10 stainless steel polished to mirror finish
• Aluminum core in base for quick, even heating; base capped by stainless steel
• Thick, durable, rolled rims for drip-resistant pouring; tight lid; helper handle
• Handles stay cool on stovetop, oven-safe to 350 degrees F
• Lifetime warranty against defects

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18.4 x 12.5 x 4.5 inches ; 5.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000058AKD
• Item model number: 50012
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,797 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Functional as well as beautiful, this 12-inch frying pan is made of heavy 18/10 stainless steel polished to a mirror finish. The pan has an aluminum core in its base to spread heat quickly and evenly. The core is completely clad in stainless steel so, like the rest of the pan, the bottom resists corrosion and discoloring and cleans up easily. Thick rolled rims add durability and make it possible to pour from the pan without dripping. Because the pan is 3 inches deep and comes with a tight-fitting, domed lid, it is roomy enough to fry chicken and sauté vegetables and can also be used for braising short ribs and sauerkraut or for cooking chili on the stovetop or in the oven. (The handles are oven-safe to 350 degrees F and stay cool on the stovetop.) The pan is dishwasher-safe and comes with a lifetime warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

Product Description

All the utility of a fry pan plus the added advantage of a lid, for when something needs to simmer. You will appreciate the helper handle when it comes to moving this large pan. Stainless steel with an aluminum disc, this classic cookware will provide a lifetime of fine performance.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I grew up with this pan!, May 14, 2001

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Kelly Theodor (Slinger, WI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Farberware Classic 12-Inch Fry Pan with Lid and Helper Handle (Kitchen)

My mother has owned this pan ever since I can remember, and she used it three or four times each week for at least 10 years, from the time I was aware of such things until the time I moved out. She still uses it 15 years later. I truly believe she has never replaced it in all that time. I have since purchased a set for myself including the frying pan, and it is a very durable product. Best and most even heating of any pans I've owned. It's got a very comfortable weight balance and I don't have to worry about the handle getting hot. I like the classic version without the teflon because you never have to worry about scraping the coating off.

I love Farberware Classic and I want to complete my set and never have to worry about buying new pans again.

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars BEWARE -- this is a HUGE pan, September 18, 2005

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D Darkman (New York State) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Farberware Classic 12-Inch Fry Pan with Lid and Helper Handle (Kitchen)

Farberware classic is great -- an inexpensive yet equally functional alternative to the very expensive pots & pans. Note: recently Farberware reduced its quality, in that older Farberware pots & pans had their thick aluminum base completely encased within a stainless steel shell. The newer pots & pans have the aluminum base attached to the bottom, but not encased within a stainless steel bottom. So, their quality is less than it was; most people who "grew up with Farberware" may not realize this. Farberware used to hold the patent on the technique of having the aluminum base CURVE up the side of the pan -- they no longer do this, and are the same as many other manufacturers. Also note: if you are buying a 12" pan, this is a HUGE pan, since it has a squareish cross-section. I found it to be so absolutely huge -- you could fry a dozen onions in this monster -- that I simply never use it. The 10" and 8" sizes may be what you're looking for!

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best pan on the planet..., August 26, 2001

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Steven Dennis (Reston, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Farberware Classic 12-Inch Fry Pan with Lid and Helper Handle (Kitchen)

How many products do you know when you buy it that it will last 30 or 40 years? This is one of them. My mom has had hers for 35 years, I've had mine for 5. It's simply the best pan out there. It cooks evenly, it goes in the dishwasher, the handles stay cool, and you don't have to use plastic spatulas. The only problem that somebody might have is that it is not nonstick. For that reason my wife usually uses a Calphalon nonstick professional pan, even though it can't be cleaned in the dishwasher and you have to treat it carefully. So if you must have nonstick, buy something else. But if you want a large, beatiful, indestructible pan that will last longer than you will, buy this pan!