Review of Rosle 12926 12-Inch Silicone Coated Locking Tongs

I have several pairs of the Rosle locking tongs.I bought these silicone-tipped tongs for use with my enamel coated, Le Creuset Dutch Ovens and frying pan in order to avoid scratching the surface. As expected, they work extremely well and the silicon is grippier than some of the plastic-tipped tongs I have used in the past.Like all of the dozen or so Rosle products I have purchased (garlic press, food mill, can opener, etc.), these are well designed, precisely engineered, durable, heavy-weight products that function better than competitor's counterparts.The single-handed lock/unlock mechanism is wonderful and is why I purchased my first set of Rosle locking tongs.That feature is tremendously handy and sometimes borders on invaluable when you are moving fast in the kitchen and your other hand is occupied.

One word of warning - be careful not to tilt the tongs past ninety degrees when using the Rosle locking tongs to remove hot spaghetti, fettucine or other pasta from boiling water or the boiling water will run down the inside channels of the tongs and onto your hand.In other words, keeps the tongs pointed down or slightly below horizontal when lifting the hot pasta to ensure that any hot water runs or drip down and does not flow up the inside of the tongs and onto your hand.

The only downside of these tongs is the relatively high cost and the fact that these tongs, and most of the Rosle line, are now manufactured in China (hence the 4 star rating rather than 5).As to the cost, the quality of the Rosle products offsets that complaint.All the Rosle products I have purchased, used and given as gifts, are sufficiently superior that I don't object to the premium price.I just wish that they were made in Germany rather than China.If this was anything other than stainless steel, I would engage in search for a US or European made alternative.Since I am trusting that the Chinese have not yet figured out a way to incorporate lead or another harmful metal into stainless steel alloy, I have continued to purchase the stainless steel Rosle products, although I suppose that I am gambling with the Chinese-made silicone tips in this pair.In any event, these are well-made tongs but I do wish that Rosle would return to German manufacture, even if it bumped the price up a bit.

Product Description
Located in the Bavaria region of Germany, family- owned Rosle has been steadily creating the best tools and utensils in the world since 1888. Each Rosle product joins design and function in perfect harmony. 18/10 Stainless steel is used in production providing a professional utensil that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but hygienic, neutral to flavors and odors, easy to clean and environmentally friendly. During the development phase - which lasts from 1 to 2 years on average - each product goes through a trial period where it is critically evaluated by cooking schools and professional chefs. During production, Rosle utensils go through an elaborate manufacturing processes and only leave the premises after passing strict quality control. Professional and home chefs alike sing the praise of this integrated collection, widely recognized as the best on the market. With German design and unrivaled material, Rosle continues to receive prestigious design prizes and a growing list of awards. New from Rosle, these beautifully designed One Hand Operation Locking Tongs with Silicone are a versatile all purpose tool, perfect for handling all types of food. Use and application: 1) When opening the tongs, hold them with the tips facing downward; 2) Light pressure will release the locking mechanism opening the tongs; 3) for locking, hold the tongs so the tips face upward; 4) The tongs will automatically lock into a closed position when light pressure is applied with one hand. Heat resistant to 500-degree farenheit, dishwasher safe, lifetime warranty.

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