Are the handles truly cool, or do they require a mitt?
1643215
The handle remains cool on low/low heat but definite get warm on low/medium. HOWEVER, the real draw back of this pan is that it's EXTRA-stick, not non-stick. I have a gas stove and cook on low heat but it was impossible to cook eggs without them sticking and subsequently burning to the bottom of the pan. I returned this product immediately. Unfortunately, I do not have a recommendation for a non-stick pan becaause after buying, trying and returning 4 different pans from 4 manufacturers, I went back to using and cheap pan with non-stick cooking spray.
1643216
The handle does stay cool enough to pick up with no mitt unless placed to close to another burner that is on.
1643217
I found this pan, as well as a larger version that I have, to have cool handles and to be nonstick as well. Of course I use oil or cooking spray. I wore one pan out by using it nearly every day and replaced it with another because I have never had one as good as this one. FYI, I have a gas stove.
2060437
The handle is also made of cast iron. I have not had it get too hot to touch, if that is what you are wondering.
1283899
Yes, the handles are on pretty strong and are comfortable. As long as you dont plan on swinging it around with full force, you should be good.
1419071
No, I haven't noticed any heat coming from the handles. Hope that helps. So far this has been a great product!
1820002
Amazingly, they don't get hot at all. It's always a good idea to use potholders, but a brief hold on these handles will not be hot.
455703
I have had my set about five months now. I've not had an issue with the handles getting hot. I love my set!
2105175
Not sure on the materials they are made of, sorry! Handles seem to get to hot tho
376500
I don't find them uncomfortable to hold. Some of the handle edges may rub you roughly if you rub your hand or fingers at precisely the right angle. It is extremely difficult to do unless you are actively trying to hurt yourself.
283523
Warm on the long handle - yes, but totally manageable without a towel, oven mit or pot holder. I have never tried to grab the smaller handle on the other side without one of the previously mentioned.
1562236
The handles on the fry pans stay cool enough. The pot handles get too hot to touch when cooking for a while
659936
They will get warm, especially if you are simmering something on the stove for a length of time such as soup. However, I don't recall the handles/lid being hot enough that I needed a pot holder to grab them.
1614638
No. Our only concern about the handles is that they are quite short. Other than that, they are fine.
535709
Yes, the handles get hot because they are not plastic or rubber coated including the sides of the pans. They cook evenly and are beautiful and so it is a trade off I guess. You just need a towel or pot holder handy before grabbing anything. If this type of pan is something you really want, you will get used to using them. I have no regrets with my purchase.
44252
I think it depends on how sensitive you are, how high the heat setting is, and what size burner you use. But with that said, I have never once had a problem picking up the pots. The handles are sometimes a little warm, but not uncomfortable (and I don't need a mitt).
1460097
A little bit, since they have a dimpled texture. They do seem to make your hands feel cooler though.
896351
Nope. The handle stays perfectly cool. Any other questions? I really like this product.
1547670
The handles are not completely heat-resistant. However, if I have cooked something for a short amount of time, say 20 minutes or less, I can hold the pans by their handles. If I need to use a pan for an extended time, I need a pot holder. If what I am cooking makes a lot of steam, the handles will get pretty warm, hot over an extended time. But I find my supposedly head-resistant handles will do that in the presence of steam also. All in all, I am pleased with how these handles respond to heat.