WIll the handles become hot, while cooking ?
619468
The handles can become hot. If just heating up something they are fine. But if something takes a while to cook I do need to use a pot holder
619469
The handles can become hot. For normal heating up something they are fine. But for prolonged cooking I do need a pot holder.
897036
Yes, the handle gets hot. I don't know why it doesn't actually get as hot as I expected it would, but it does get hot enough to burn you if used over an extended period of time. Crepes are not prepared at a very high temperature, so I haven't counted it as a negative, but I do have little slip-on pot holder sleeves that fit over the handles of many of my pans - and keep them near when using this one. I really love this pan. Hope this helps!
314066
No, not at all. There is a slight design flaw with the lids and the handles on the big pot. The lids are glass and the handles on the lids are a bit too close to the covers' surfaces. The soup pot handles are very close to the metal. The handles don't get hot, but they're really close to the hot metal of the pot and glass in the lids. As a matter of safety, I always use pot holders, because I'd prefer not to burn my knuckles. But you have nothing to worry about with the saucepans and the skillets.Hope this helps!
283524
The lid handles do get hot, and you will need pot holders to lift the lids. You do not need pot holders for the long handles. That is the only drawback to these pans, I love them otherwise!
306222
The lid and handles do get hot since they are metal. As long as you use pot holders or oven mitts it's fine.
1394561
NO! The plastic handle would melt from the heat!! You need a cast iron skillet, the handle will take the heat.
999543
No, they stay cool, as long as you don't have them over a heat source (or in the oven, OBVIOUSLY). Under normal use, I have not had the handles get hot at all. Love this set. I am careful when washing and have not had any problems so far.
558418
Yes, Virginia the external aluminum does get hot during cooking. You should always use the handles.
542329
Generally... yes. The handles on the pans stay cool with almost any amount of cooking time. Only if you have been heating for a long time (20+ minutes) do the pan handles feel warm at all. I have never had any difficulty with the pan handles getting so warm that they are uncomfortable to handle. The handles on the glass lids for the pots aren't as efficient at stating cool. If the lid has been on the pot for some time, especially if higher heat is being used, they do get warm to the touch. However, they are still cooler than the glass part of the lid. And, if you are setting the lid on for a few minutes and then removing it to stir spaghetti or soup or maybe a sauce, the handle generally isn't uncomfortable. If I left it on for a long time, I would likely grab a cloth or pot holder first. This is a great set of cookware. And when you compare the cost, the value is terrific Hope this helps.
968004
They become hot when left over direct heat. Since I am the principle cook I really enjoy cooking with the set. I do use pot holders because my ceramic cooktop distributes the heat and the handles do become "warm". With that said, I am often using three burners at the same time.
74022
No. If you keep the handle in the upright direction it gets warm but not too hot. If you have the handle bent to the side while boiling it does get hotter, but can still be touched
1775099
I have no problem with the handles heating....I love these pans...especially how great they clean and stay like new....this plus cook perfect...the BEST!
1370015
As long as the handles are off to the side they don't get unreasonably hot. They do get a little warm but nothing that requires oven mitts.
1639873
I would say no- handle too long. Handles made of wood and would eventually burn off. Requires VERY hot and direct heat to the pans.
1135242
Yes, the handles on the skillet get as when it is in use on ANY setting, as does the lid and lid handle, controller, feet, and of course the pan itself. REAL hot.
659938
The handles stay cool on the stovetop. The lid handle does get hot on high heat but not at lower temps.
477090
No, but the further down you go on the handle it will get hot. And one other thing to keep in mind, the inside of the pot the finish comes off. I returned the one I bought because of this problem.