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(More customer reviews)First let me qualify this by saying I have a background in metalworking. The main reason I bought all-clad is because of the quality of their workmanship and materials. Unlike most other tea kettles I saw there is no bottom encircling seam. I haven't seen an insulated handle that I like.
I looked at the Demeyere tea kettle from Belgium, but balked because of the seam. Definitely my second choice though and I especially liked that it was a silverstone instead of a glossy finish. It also is dishwasher safe and can be used on induction stoves unlike the All Clad. I didn't see this kettle personally.
The other serious consideration was given to a $54 Oxo - no seam, wide lid that you could easily get into for cleaning, half the price. Didn't like the look of the insulated handle though. I didn't see this kettle personally unfortunately. Two Berghoff kettles in this category too.
The LeCreusets have no seam, but I wanted stainless steel. I saw these at a store.
The Alessi is made from sheet steel, has a seam, and while the insulation on the handle means no potholder required, I didn't like the look or the price. I've used this at a friend's house, and since their birds detach a few of them have flown the coop.
With no bottom seam, the All-Clad has no sharp corner to collect mineral deposits. The interior is anodized similar to the Primus camping kettle I've been using. No mineral deposits at all is what I expect. The whistle is plenty loud. It really jets steam out so I am careful to point it away from my cabinets and not into the aisle. The handle needs a potholder if the I fill it to the line, but not if I'm boiling just a quart which is all I do. I have a potholder hanging nearby and my sleeve works also, and its not realistic to expect an all-metal handle to stay cool to the touch in all circumstances.
The locking lid is nice, but it has a silicon band around it and I wondered how long that will last and if it will still whistle if it goes. As an experiment I removed it and it sounds the same to me but some steam does escape through the lid. It probably keeps water from leaking out the lid if you tip the kettle too far. The spout has a baffle with nine 1/4" holes to prevent boil over and govern the pour rate too.
So, 5 stars because it is the quality I expected, the design performs as I expected, and my dog comes when it whistles. Its heirloom quality I think so my daughter will get it as long as I don't get hard of hearing and boil it dry someday.
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All Clad Stainless Steel 2-Quart Whistling Tea KettleAn iconic item in any kitchen is the stove-top tea kettle.With a generous, usable 2-Quart capacity, this kettle is ideal for every day use and looks elegant on any stove-top.The kettle, designed with an internal fill line to prevent overflow, is made of stainless steel and includes a locking lid for optimal performance and a faster boil.The harmonic whistle of the kettle alerts you when the water comes to a boil, and the signature All-Clad badge is featured on the handle and whistle lever.The new All-Clad Stainless Steel Tea Kettle makes an enjoyable task of making everday items like boiling water for tea, cocoa or instant soup and oatmeal.Style and performance for yout kitchen.
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