Are the handles heat resistant, or do you need potholders to pick them up?
1628639
Yes they are heat resistant and no need for pot holders. The handles have a rubber like coating so makes them easy to grip and yer fish fryin' easy!!
1628640
They are heat resistant. The handles are actually very nice with a comfortable grip.
1628641
Very heat resistant but out of habit usually have a potholder on hand. BEST POTS & PANS I Have ever had.
708189
LaVinnia, the handles should not get hot to the point you can't handle them. However, if the pot has been on the stove for several hours or if water ever over-boiled out of the pot, I would use a pot holder.
1434410
No, they do not stay cool so I use a pot holder. My old set had wood on the handles & lids but then you could not put those in the oven or dishwasher. I knew before I purchased that would be a problem as I had one pan like these. Hope this helps.
542327
The handles on the pans stay cool enough to touch with bare hands, but we generally use a pot holder or mitt when removing a lid when the pan is on the stovetop. Hope this helps ...
1999987
I don't know, but the handles don't get hot at all. I don't even use potholders on them. They clean up really well - they still look new and I've had them for 3 years and use them daily. I wouldn't use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads. And never put them on the hot burner without anything in them. Enjoy!
693000
We have not had a problem with heat. The handles seem to stay cool and they are long enough to keep your hands away from the hot parts. I've always had some sort of coating too but am very happy with these.However if they are in the oven, they get hot as would any pan.
750727
It's all metal except the knob and both handles have a silicone? insert or covering to, I believe, help you grip those parts better. I'm not sure if they're heat resistant at all. The clip or scraper on the bottom may be plastic.
723145
I use them on my gas stove. You will find that the handles get hot. Good Luck!
1948363
Funny, I thought I read they were heat resistant but I don't see it in the description now...I have left mine leaning in a pan on the stove though, because I thought I read they are heat resistant. I have not had any problems with the handle leaning on the edge of the hot pan/pot. I find them to be very sturdy and love them. I use them all the time.
1923999
They are metal-lightweight but do get a bit hot if you leave them on for a long time while cooking. Metal handles and metal lid.
1739722
Yes, for the most part, as other responders have noted. I'm a careful cook, though, so out of habit I usually use potholders anyway! I really like this set and am glad I bought it.
2140640
They do with proglonged high heat so I use potholder/mitt. You can purchase protective heat proof slide on handle to place on handles & they work fine. Great pans regardless.
517577
They are rated up to 450 degrees, but I never leave them on in the oven. I think you would still need potholders to pick up the pan. These are excellent for stove top cooking.
1203685
I agree with Isabella. While it does get warm, provided you keep the handle straight up it does not get too hot to pick up if you don't use a potholder. I also use mine on a cast iron wood stove and have never had a problem.
1642462
Handles are metal (stainless) riveted to the pan. You will need pot holders. In my experience, most "Dutch ovens" have metal handles because they are designed to be used both on the stovetop and in the oven.
870947
They are metal handles. . .oven proof. I use my pan on the stove top and then place it into the oven to finish cooking my paella and deep dish pizza.
1434407
I have had no issues with the handles getting hot. I haven't really used the pot lids during cooking, so I cannot comment on that. I also have done much transferring from cook top to oven to finish off a dish.