Is this professional grade or cookware grade?
1621822
This stone is cookware grade. There are to many flaws. There are holes and cracks. This makes cleaning difficult and allows for bacteria to be trapped.
2202203
My understanding is that they are oven safe. I am not sure of the difference between classic and professional. I will tell you that I have four different classic scan pans and I LOVE them. They are ceramic coated -- very healthful and clean up is a breeze. Hope this helps!
1575289
The product is not 18/10 - it is actually 18/0 on the exterior with only a stainless 202 grade cooking surface. The 202 is about the cheapest quality stainless in use and is not generally accepted as cookware grade - It certainly is not professional grade. The 202 is prone to stains, rusting and easily scratches. Unlike true 18/10 these scratches will not self repair/seal.
1485501
No this is the best set of cookware I have owned. They clean up easy as well.
698094
I don't really know but one thing that I do know this is the best cookware I have ever owned. I have purchased cookware that I thought was a great value, but ended up regreting spending the money on "junk". The cookware looks great, cleans up wonderfully and I would recommend this purchase if you are considering purchasing the cooks standard NC.
1751445
No it is smooth stainless steel and if something doesn't wash out, such as bean stain, I polish it with Bar Keeper's friend. My pots, I have used for many years, still look and cook like new. Corinne T.
1853933
not sure. Don't know much about the grading of stainless steel. either it is, or it is not, stainless steel. sorry, i'm not of much help. :/
204890
Our set is perfect. My wife is very picky about cookware and she loves this set. No problems for us whatsoever
1264793
I think stainless steel and it is HEAVY DUTY. I LOVE ALL THE COOKWARE. THINGS ARE HEAVY IN WEIGHT TOO.
1432797
There is no available information regarding the 'grade' of the stainless steel used. Neither the information provided by Amazon or the information contained within the very brief booklet which accompanied the product. It APPEARS to be a quality stainless. It is produced by a quality manufacturer. The purchase price suggests it is quality. I personally like it. Best yet, it is recommended as a 'Best Buy' by America's Test Kitchen. They test everything about a product. If it's a Best Buy from them, it is quality. However, I understand your sense of caution.
650169
It's a 5 qt. dutch oven. I highly recommend this line of cookware. I have six pieces and love each and every one of them. Just don't put them in the dishwasher because it will ruin the outside finish. I learned that the hard way when I washed my first pan in the dishwasher. It is still useable but just not as pretty.
1010851
It is stainless steel. Low oven heat should be ok but high cooking heat may cause to warp do to being lightweight.
1961053
It says "commercial grade" on Amazon page description. I just know that its thick, sturdy, and heavy (not thin and flimsy - better than the Wal-mart nonstick or Wilton nonstick brand--unless you like nonstick :-). I bought the 3-piece set (cake pan, sheet & cover) and they fit perfectly in my Breville Smart toaster oven. Easy to clean too.
485554
It isn't damaged. It will probably come off with a good cleaning with Bar Keeper's Friend. It is a pretty common occurrence with new SS cookware. Happy cooking!!
2219679
I don't know. I looked at it. It's a basic aluminum with ceramic. I like it and do plan to buy a whole set. I have professional pots and pans with lifting textures that are adonized for filet mignon but for quick dinners that are healthy and quick clean up its great. I've had nothing stick. I have a gas stove. In my pro pans it takes 4 minutes to do scrambled eggs. This takes 2.
1136981
It seems like it is. Feels similar to standard non stick, but smoother. We're extremely happy with the set and they are pretty sturdy and feel nicer than standard cookware.
104056
From what I can tell it's both. It's heavy enough to make me think cast-iron, but it has a non-stick finish.