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Magnalite Classic
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$129.99 - $164.15
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Summary: This Magnalite uncoated 8pc set is made from cast aluminium
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Type: Uncoated cookware
About - Magnalite Classic

The Magnalite Classic is part of the kitchen cookware test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cookware models like the Classic are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Set (pieces):
Each set includes at least a saucepan, a frying pan, and a stockpot. Lids are typically counted as separate components in a set.

Cooking evenness:
Cooking evenness reflects the ability of frying pans to turn out evenly browned pancakes on a gas range.

Handle temperature:
Handle temperature relates to the temperature during heating.
Features & Specs - Magnalite Classic
info Dishwasher-safe No
info Material Cast aluminum
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User Reviews - Magnalite Classic
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
4.0
Love this cookware!
4/23/2011
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Cons
Sometimes hard to clean
Best Uses
Elaborate Meals
Gifts
Indoor Grilling
Simple Meals
Comment:
I use the product daily and have owned for over twenty years. I love the many pieces I have: wok, reversible grill/griddle, steamer, and various sizes of pots and lids.<br />also like how I can use it in the oven as well as on top of the stove.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
5.0
Family heirloom
12/19/2010
Pros
Durable
Easy To Clean
Handle Stays Cool
Well-made
Withstood test of time
Cons
Best Uses
Gifts
Comment:
I inherited set from parents who used for many years. I have used them now for 20 additional years and they still perform like new.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
 
5.0
lasted 38 years!
10/5/2010
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Handle Stays Cool
Heats Quickly
Retains Heat
Cons
Need to add saute pan
Relatives want to inherit
Tough To Clean
Best Uses
Elaborate Meals
Gifts
Large Kitchens
Simple Meals
Small Kitchens
Comment:
1 qt. 2 qt,3 qt frypan and stock pot purchased in 1972 as a set and used daily. The set has withstood burned food, outside barbecue stains and may not be pretty anymore but is still a great set. Buy a set that will last a lifetime...that's maganalite.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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