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piney
piney Posts: 1,478
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I am in need of a new 8in pan seems like every one we have is horrible, probably the dishwasher. I just want a good quality product (preferable made in USA) to fry eggs, make omelets, etc. Any ideas?
Lenoir, N.C.
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  • Eggcelsior
    Eggcelsior Posts: 14,414
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    All Clad or Caphalon. Non-stick skillets are the easiest tool for making eggs. Next would be Cast iron.
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  • Brisket_Fanatic
    Brisket_Fanatic Posts: 2,884
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    We have a food network non stick that seems to work really well. The dishwasher will do a number on your pans for sure.

    NW IA

    2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe

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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 11,533
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    Whatever you get, no dishwasher please  ;)
    canuckland
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  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
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    We have a couple Tfals. Work fine for the money.
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
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  • GrannyX4
    GrannyX4 Posts: 1,491
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    Zwilling J.A. Henckels Spirit Thermolon™ Coated Fry Pans - I just got these to replace my Caphalon. So far they work just fine. No dishwasher please. ;;) oops, not made in US!
    Every day is a bonus day and every meal is a banquet in Winter Springs, Fl !
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
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    piney said:
    I am in need of a new 8in pan seems like every one we have is horrible, probably the dishwasher. I just want a good quality product (preferable made in USA) to fry eggs, make omelets, etc. Any ideas?
    I buy cheap ones and replace them after a year or when the coating comes off. Then cut the handles off and use for drip pans.

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • piney
    piney Posts: 1,478
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    Little Steven said:
    piney said:
    I am in need of a new 8in pan seems like every one we have is horrible, probably the dishwasher. I just want a good quality product (preferable made in USA) to fry eggs, make omelets, etc. Any ideas?
    I buy cheap ones and replace them after a year or when the coating comes off. Then cut the handles off and use for drip pans.
    Good idea Steven...I gonna have a bunch of drip pans
    Lenoir, N.C.
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
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    They all work great for a while. They really should be washed and hung up or stored by themselves. That don't happen in my house. Wife uses metal spatulas too.

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • piney
    piney Posts: 1,478
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    I have been comparing clad v/s caphalon trying to decide, would really like USA
    Lenoir, N.C.
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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,393
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    +1 with All-Clad if you are looking for longevity.  Wish I had purchased a set many years before the 10+ years on them now.  One shot and you are  home-free.  FWIW and YMMV-
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • GrannyX4
    GrannyX4 Posts: 1,491
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    piney said:
    I have been comparing clad v/s caphalon trying to decide, would really like USA

    I wanted USA too. Bought All-clad stainless but needed a non-stick for eggs and I was throwing out my Caphalon. Wanted to buy what Steven recommends - throw-a-way pans. ;;)
    Every day is a bonus day and every meal is a banquet in Winter Springs, Fl !
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  • SoCalWJS
    SoCalWJS Posts: 407
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    Many good ones out there. I have an All Clad that I treasure.

    The main thing though, as others have said - DO NOT put them in the Dishwasher!
    South SLO County
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  • JRWhitee
    JRWhitee Posts: 5,678
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    I use All Clad and they do not go in the dishwasher!
                                                                
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    Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
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    Johns Creek, Georgia
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  • plumbfir01
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    i have and use the all clad set. made in PA and quality stuff. I use cast iron at the firehouse and on the egg. I keep them locked up so boneheads don't trash them at work. I love my all clad though
    Beaufort, SC
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  • piney
    piney Posts: 1,478
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    plumbfir01 said:
    i have and use the all clad set. made in PA and quality stuff. I use cast iron at the firehouse and on the egg. I keep them locked up so boneheads don't trash them at work. I love my all clad though
    I am just reading reviews on AlClad from Pa. and it states "some products made overseas" I hate to pay for USA and get Asia
    Lenoir, N.C.
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  • blind99
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    piney said:
    I have been comparing clad v/s caphalon trying to decide, would really like USA
    all clad are pretty indestructible, they heat completely evenly, can braise, saute, go in the oven, whatever.  don't spray with pam - the propellant is nasty on the steel. 

    for eggs i use either my cast iron or calphalon elite.
    Chicago, IL - Large and Small BGE - Weber Gasser and Kettle
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  • jtcBoynton
    jtcBoynton Posts: 2,814
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    For an 8" pan for eggs, get a Teflon coated pan that is not too expensive. The coating will wear and you should plan on replacing the pan every couple of years. All-Clad and Caphalon are overkill for this. I love my All-Clad pots and recommend them highly, except for egg cooking. Get a T-Fal Professional Nonstick Fry Pan. They cost less than $30 and work well.
    Southeast Florida - LBGE
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  • plumbfir01
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    ALL Clad is very specific and it says if its imported or made In USA... its not a random assortment. I think most of the SS is made domestic and the rest is overseas. look on BedBathBeyond and you can see. 
    Beaufort, SC
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  • BigGreenBamaGriller
    BigGreenBamaGriller Posts: 629
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    I definitely recommend All-Clad. Manufactured in Pennsylvania south of Pittsburgh. Top quality stuff!
    Killen, AL (The Shoals)
    XL, Small, Minimax, and Mini BGEs
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  • Eggcelsior
    Eggcelsior Posts: 14,414
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    piney said:


    plumbfir01 said:

    i have and use the all clad set. made in PA and quality stuff. I use cast iron at the firehouse and on the egg. I keep them locked up so boneheads don't trash them at work. I love my all clad though

    I am just reading reviews on AlClad from Pa. and it states "some products made overseas" I hate to pay for USA and get Asia

    The stuff that is made overseas is typically the lids and utensils or the Emeril branded stuff. I've never seen an all Clad pot/pan not made in the USA.
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  • piney
    piney Posts: 1,478
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    Sounds good on clad gonna check deeper. I really am interested in American made product.
    Lenoir, N.C.
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  • piney
    piney Posts: 1,478
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    Eggcelsior I see what you are saying about lids and accessories that sounds better.
    Lenoir, N.C.
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
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    plumbfir01 said:
    ALL Clad is very specific and it says if its imported or made In USA... its not a random assortment. I think most of the SS is made domestic and the rest is overseas. look on BedBathBeyond and you can see. 
    Have no idea why y'all are anti free trade. I mean they all have the same expenses we do.
    ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_NXFHMm_9U )

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • Handcyclist
    Handcyclist Posts: 77
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    All Clad --their line of basic stainless steel. tri-ply and copper core is made in the USA.  You can't go wrong with any of their stainless steel lines.  They are made in Canonsburg, PA, south of Pittsburgh. Those who said the lids, accessories-and their Emeril line are not made in the USA are right. It's also true of their electronic cook pots, waffle makers, etc.  If you choose All-Clad your biggest decision will be which line to select.  I use the copper core and love it.  It is pricey but worth the evenness of the heat the copper core base provides.  All Clad is now carrying a non-stick line.  Have never used it, it may be worth a try.  A well seasoned cast iron frying pan can is also non-stick--so don't overlook that possibility as well.  
    Knox, PA, Medium, Mini Max, Mini, Large KJ, grandma, handcyclist, eagle watcher, always in search of good chocolate.  
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  • plumbfir01
    plumbfir01 Posts: 725
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    Non stick is nothing i would ever have. chemical treated to prevent sticking....typical laziness of our world to choose it. Teflon has been proven to cause cancer, don't you think the next proprietary substance will be as well. (at least some point down the road)
    Beaufort, SC
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  • plumbfir01
    plumbfir01 Posts: 725
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    $-) sorry for the rant 
    Beaufort, SC
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  • Focker
    Focker Posts: 8,364
    edited November 2014
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    I was dead set to start chuggin' the All-Clad koolaid until I went to the store and picked one up.  I recommend before buying, to do the same.  The handles on their classic line that you see in most stores are a terrible design.    

    Was recommended by a chef years ago to look into the Viking 7-ply cookware line, which is made by Demeyere I believe. Been really pleased thus far.  Only drawback would be price.

     
    Brandon
    Quad Cities
    "If yer gonna denigrate, familiarity with the subject is helpful."

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  • Handcyclist
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    If you are ever in Western PA --usually end of summer-- the All Clad factory runs a sale at the Washington County Fair grounds and clears out all their overstock and imperfect products.  The Grove City, PA Prime Outlet Mall, 75 miles north of Pittsburgh. also has a Home Cook Outlet that stocks a huge inventory of All-Clad.  They regularly run 25% off sales and other significant discounts. It's a great place to get good prices on All Clad products.  Like all outlets, you have to be careful what you select.  Be prepared, All Clad is heavy!  
    Knox, PA, Medium, Mini Max, Mini, Large KJ, grandma, handcyclist, eagle watcher, always in search of good chocolate.  
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  • piney
    piney Posts: 1,478
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    Handcyclist said:
    If you are ever in Western PA --usually end of summer-- the All Clad factory runs a sale at the Washington County Fair grounds and clears out all their overstock and imperfect products.  The Grove City, PA Prime Outlet Mall, 75 miles north of Pittsburgh. also has a Home Cook Outlet that stocks a huge inventory of All-Clad.  They regularly run 25% off sales and other significant discounts. It's a great place to get good prices on All Clad products.  Like all outlets, you have to be careful what you select.  Be prepared, All Clad is heavy!  
    Hey, I like that idea. Thanks for the heads up
    Lenoir, N.C.
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  • Skiddymarker
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    The Green Pan - works very well - made in Europe I think, so maybe off your list, Costco in Washington State had the 10" and 12" as a set for <$35. 

    Like my friend LS in Ontario says, buy the cheap ones and just replace them every couple of years. We did this until SWMBO got the glass topped clock now in the kitchen. Suddenly you have to have flat cookware or it skids all over the place. No more Lagostina or Cuisinart seconds form Canadian Tire. Cheap does not work on those glass topped monsters.  
    Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad!
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