Customer Reviews

Homichef 17.75 Inch Stainless Brazier Pan with Handles

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Made in China. The pot arrived in the cheapest packaging possible, and it had a dent in the bottom corner likely received during shipping. Despite this, I would give it a higher rating if the handles were attached with rivets, as one would expect of professional cookware. Instead, the handles are each mounted behind a piece of sheet metal that is spot-welded to the pot. I am skeptical that the handles will survive much abuse over the years. So far they seem secure enough, though.

The bottom of the pot is thick, perhaps 1/2 inch as advertised, and seems to do a great job of spreading out the heat. I use the pot on an outside propane burner - what else is big enough and puts out enough heat? - and I've not had anything burn due to hot spots. The pot made a lot of pinging and clicking sounds when I first exposed it to the full propane flame. I expect this is normal for stainless steel, or for pots with layered bottoms, but I'm used to a cast iron pot that does not make these noises.

I have no lid for this pot because who wants to spend another $55 for a lid? This pot is huge. I think the lid from my Weber grill would probably fit.

Tired of replacing scratched non-sticks, found a video on proper stianless use, I Wanted a wider pan to braze more meat at one time. & hold more stew or sauce. always found the smaller pans were too small & I had to dump the food into taller narrow pots,where even though I was careful, stirring would mush up the potatoes,etc in the stew I feel the wider pan can reduce faster, & the contents can be stirred easier, esp. if you like to keep a clearer sause. The bottom is thick, & my ego doesn't need the outside mirror finish. This quality pot will probably end up being passed on to my grandkids. When I overheated the pan, the 6" sides kept the splatter in. (with the lid on,the contents simmer perfectly, on low) Cleaning takes a bit. - it hardly fits into the sink for cleaning. It does sit nicely on the middle of the double sink. & I might not have to carry it downstairs, once the non-sticks are gone. Can't wait to make chili & baked beans in it! & I liked it so much, I ordered the shallow 14.25" saute pan & lid. I think the 14.25" will be perfect for smaller quantities, ease of stirring, much easier to clean up. & will be heads above our old pans. Thanks Eurodib!