Review of iittala Tools 2-Quart Saucepan with Lid

The 2-quart saucepan with lid is very solidly made. Women tell me they are just too heavy. For a man this is not an issue, but I have some objections; firstly, the handle is heavy so the pan doesn't sit flat on my ceramic hob until it is nearly half full; secondly, the lid is a tight fit (good) but there is no way to adjust the amount of steam that can escape. Thus it is all too easy to let the contents boil over. In fact rice or pasta is a no no with the lid on. Finally, the lid handle can get too hot. I have Polaris pans also by Hackman. These are over 25 years old. Still inexcellent condition, much lighter, but clearly strong enough and they don't have any of these issues. In a nutshell, the DAHLSTROM pans look brilliant and are very nice to use. They are fantastically well made but not as functional as they should be for the money. You can do better.

Product Description
Exquisite function. That best describes the iittala Tools 2-quart Saucepan with lid. Tools is a range of pots and pans that serve a dual purpose: not only are they high-quality cooking utensils, but their stunning design and sturdy, oversized handles make them ideal for bringing your culinary creations directly to the table - no doubt to an appreciative audience. Designer Björn Dahlström worked in collaboration with world class chefs and materials specialists in order to develop attractive, highly functional implements whose insightful features and impeccable construction lend themselves to a variety of cooking techniques. Made in Finland.

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