What is the difference between the All-Clad 5112 Stainless and the All-Clad Stainless Steel Fry pan?
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Cooks Illustrated May/June 2014: "The steeper handle on the [4112] improves it's maneuverability and it's thicker aluminum core speeds up cooking."
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#4112 is new #stainless pan, while #5112 is from classic (previous) stainless collection, both are 3 ply.
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America's Test Kitchen also recommended the All-Clad non-stick stainless steel tri-ply. All-Clad pan is very well made, but is more expensive.
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I think it is. It is the best fry pan I have and I have the top of the line in stainless steel.
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I don't see that there's a difference - I suspect the tulip reference is related to the handles. I have been using these for some time and find that they are the best (of many) aluminum pans I've used, both in terms of non- stick and uniform cooking. Only caveat is that they are not suited to very high heat applications (like blackening meats) - best to stick to cast iron for that.
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I have the multi-clad set. I believe the difference is that the aluminum core extends up the sides of the pan with the multi-clad, whereas the chef's Classic has aluminum only on the bottom. Multi-clad pros: more even heating. Cons: higher price and heavy. Hope that helps.
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Short answer is yes. My pans are a bit older now, but the interior and exterior of all my pans are stainless (except the non-stick pans). The finish is slightly different on the interior. Also, All-Clad is American made in Pennsylvania. Can't beat that.
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The lid matches the pan. All-Clad is my brand of choice. I have no info on other brands.
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The lid is stainless steel, NOT transparent. All-Clad is the BEST cookware I have used in over 50 years of cooking!
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MCP has stainless steel over aluminum for the entire piece--the aluminum goes up the sides. So it is thicker and heavier and creates a bowl of heat. CCC just has aluminum in the base, not up the sides, which is the case with most cheaper stainless steel cookware.
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The biggest difference -- perhaps the **only** difference -- is that the exterior of the $499 set has a matte, brushed aluminum finish (as opposed to the shiny, stainless steel finish of the more expensive set).I bought the less-expensive set, and the brushed-aluminum exterior finish on my set scratched easily and immediately.It was absolutely heartbreaking; it was such lovely cookware for the first 15 seconds out of the box!BUT!!! that said, their performance is every bit as good as the more expensive set. So, if you can live with a less-than-pristine exterior appearance, then you can have a super-high quality product at a good price!Hope this helps. The biggest difference -- perhaps the **only** difference -- is that the exterior of the $499 set has a matte, brushed aluminum finish (as opposed to the shiny, stainless steel finish of the more expensive set).I bought the less-expensive set, and the brushed-aluminum exterior finish on my set scratched easily and immediately.It was absolutely heartbreaking; it was such lovely cookware for the first 15 seconds out of the box!BUT!!! that said, their performance is every bit as good as the more expensive set. So, if you can live with a less-than-pristine... » Read More The biggest difference -- perhaps the **only** difference -- is that the exterior of the $499 set has a matte, brushed aluminum finish (as opposed to the shiny, stainless steel finish of the more expensive set).I bought the less-expensive set, and the brushed-aluminum exterior finish on my set scratched easily and immediately.It was absolutely heartbreaking; it was such lovely cookware for the first 15 seconds out of the box!BUT!!! that said, their performance is every bit as good as the more expensive set. So, if you can live with a less-than-pristine exterior appearance, then you can have a super-high quality product at a good price!Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I believe the 31511 is the same operationally as the 31510, with a slightly higher price for the stainless steel finish. The 31512 seems to have the convection feature, so it is not identical to either of the above.
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I know the new answer is stainless. But I have used aluminum all my life and never had any problems. I know when I need another pan it will be aluminum. Lighter heats faster, cooks more uniformly. Aluminum would always be my choice.
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I bought the aluminum one and my friend bought the stainless-steel one. There is no functional difference. However, after a period of using, the stainless-steel is still shining just like new, but the aluminum surface has already become dull.
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Hello, they're basically the same item. They both have the " full release " system a d are both hard anodized. The ones I have are brown and do far holding up pretty good. I got a few scratches here and there nothing major tho to effect the non stick. Please, ask any other questions you want. Take care, Paul
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Sorry. I have no idea. I didn't know there were different grades. It seems plenty heavy enough. I read several years ago that there may be a connection to using aluminum and alzimers so I have changed to all stainless steel cookware.
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I have had both. After having an aluminum one for years, I splurged and bought the stainless steel and was so disappointed in the performance that I bought a new aluminum one. I have had it for 10 years and am very pleased with it.
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The main difference is that it is "multiclad" or "ply"which means its polished stainless steel with an aluminum core for the faster heating and even heat distribution. It's also heavy duty, thicker and stronger...most all of my cookware is clad stainless (All Clad & Cuisinart) Regular stainless does not have a core and will not have the same cooking advantages and may not last as long.