Saw the word "heavy" in reviews of this item. The ones I just got aren't heavy at all, compared to my Calphalon springform.. Thoughts anyone?
815955
I have two - one older (20 yrs) and this newer one you are asking about. Both are Kaiser. Both seem to be the same thickness and cook about the same. I do have to watch the newer one to make sure it doesn't get the crust too dark as it is just a little darker in color. You say your Calphalon is heavier, so you might want to watch the cook time in case it needs adjusting. Also, be careful you haven't bought Kaiser's cheaper version, which looks identical except of the lock; that one is noticeably thinner and isn't worth having. Good luck.
815956
Mine aren't heavy either - just well made. Have used them for cheesecakes, mostly, for a long, long time.
350193
No, it really is pretty light, nothing like a heavy cast iron skillet. I use the wok at least twice a week and the way it conducts heat makes it well worth the extra price. I highly recommend it.
764379
I would not consider them heavy. Cast Iron is much heavier but cheap alumium is lighter. To me, they are just right.
1678293
The roasting pan is enamel-coated stainless steel, and yet it is not very heavy. I usually cook smaller meals, so I put them into a smaller pan inside the roasting pan. Or else I use the rack that fits on top and has small pans that fit into it.
1456490
not at all. but then I use this on the induction stove, so I don't know if that makes a difference. But this has been one of the best quality pans I've bought in a long time without weighing a ton. Everything I've cooked in it so far has come out perfect and it's easy to clean.
256476
I have been using mine for several months now and am very happy with them. They are not one those lightweight versions. This is the real deal good quality heavy flatware!
1964086
I also cook with gas and I am so happy with the Calphalon cookware. They heat up great and evenly. And the clean up is so amazingly quick.You should try Calphalon at least one piece, you will be sold!
456582
It's not very heavy. Pretty light, actually. All aluminum. When your mom was young, they would have used thicker aluminum - but this is pretty light. I'm a &gt;60 yr male, in good health, no lifting issues. But I remember the aluminum pressure cookers of my mother's day as heavier. If your Mom is not frail yet, doesn't have serious back issues, this should be A-ok. Let me put it another way - this is an estimate, but I would guess the canner, WITH 7 quarts of stuff to can, AND about 1.5 gallons of water for the canning, would weigh about 30 lbs. But you put all that stuff in when it's on the stove, so the farthest you would carry it that way would be to pick it up to move it off the burner. Other answers I see are good, saying pretty much the same. This size IS for canning larger quantities. If she's only doing some grape jam every other year - or wants something that will double as a pressure cooker, the smaller size might be more appropriate. I don't have room to even keep mine in the kitchen. It lives in my "barn". But, when it comes to pressure canning, this is the best value pressure canner out there. More steam for your buck!
1711155
No it is not heavy, but this pan has a major defect. It shatters at higher temperatures, which is strange because that is what we purchased it for. We cooked a roast at 375 degrees for a few minutes and it broke to pieces in our oven (we saved the roast). I returned the pieces and got my money back.
2247848
Substancial. Not heavy as in cast iron, but not as light as aluminum. foods would not readily burn on the bottom. I think they are good quality and I am a cook! M
281693
I think it was the bigger skillet. I have several Calphalon types, two smaller skillets and a large and small sauce pan. I even put them in the dish washer sometimes and they are all excellent pans. I would recommend them to anyone.
2046026
i love these!! nice & heavy, cook evenly on my glass top stove ~ clean up great. wash great in dishwasher.I have no idea whether they are this that and the other "free"....probably you should check with the company on that.
178376
I would say more lightweight- I am surprised how much I like them. Not overly expensive but seem to be the right sizes for mixes and recipes. I have some stoneware bowls that weigh a ton- these are easy to manage.
220016
I found them to be pretty heavy compared to what I had before. I bought 2 sets and kept them both.
1963418
They are wonderful springforms, but I use them to make raw desserts, so ingredients tend to be thicker! Sorry I cannot help more!
1973365
Hello! I purchased mine ages ago, and still going strong. They are quite thick but not heavy. Have come in great use at our house.
36113
I am not sure about the weight or the induction cooktops, but I was wondering if you went ahead and bought them and would like to know what you think of them. Thanks for any feedback.