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(More customer reviews)I own the 3-Quart version of this pan, purchased in a set before I knew better, and have used this 4-Quart. I prefer this one because its taller sides make doing a true sauté (which means "jump" in French) of the ingredients a bit easier. Taller sides like this are what are found in most European sauté pans. The previous review is inaccurate in that both the 3-Quart and 4-Quart All-Clad pans are identical in diameter, which can be verified at All-Clad's web site.
Per All-Clad, the LTD and Master Chef lines use thicker aluminum so if you don't need the ease of maintenence and durability that comes with a stainless-steel exterior, I would suggest you consider these other lines for their more even (i.e. better) heating performance.
Also, there are higher-end cookware lines out there than All-Clad. Don't think that All-Clad is the "best" available. Brands such as Demeyere and Bourgeat have features such as more durable exterior finishes (Demeyere Atlantis, etc.), thicker aluminum cores, more comfortable handles (an All-Clad weakness), and even full copper (more conductive than aluminum). These come at a higher price than All-Clad. On the other hand, there are less-expensive product lines such as Calphalon Commercial (often cheap on Amazon.com!) and brands used in commercial kitchens like Sitram.
Still, this is a nice pan and I don't think you can really go wrong with All-Clad. It's the best commonly available at consumer kitchen shops and easy to order on Amazon.com.
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All-Clad Stainless-Steel Saute PanNext time you set out to make some spicy jambalaya, pan-fried chicken or poached salmon, be sure to have a saute pan on hand, like this All-Clad 6-qt. in Stainless. Beautiful hand-polished interior and stainless exterior is as durable as it is attractive. Heavy aluminum core across bottom and up sides ensures even heating throughout. Conducts heat quickly -- you'll rarely need to cook at high temperatures. Lid fits securely to allow flavors and juices to remain and blend as food cooks. Extra loop handle on side adds convenience when moving from stovetop to oven to countertop.All-Clad Stainless cookware is crafted from three permanently bonded layers of metal.A layer of pure aluminum rests between an 18/10 stainless steel cooking surface and an exterior layer of magnetic stainless steel.Designed to perform on all conventional ranges, as well as on induction cooktops, heat spreads quickly and evenly to produce superior results.Each piece features a long, stay cool handle and a well-fitted stainless steel lid.
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