The mesh is all rusty feeling and the wooden handle even has marks consistent with water marring. Part of the vintage charm???
183074
Yes, mine also has the vintage feel, which is why I purchased it. Mine currently has 2 loaves of bread, a dozen tangerines, a grapefruit, and probably 8 apples in it. Very sturdy and I love it!
183075
Mine looked like that too, which I didn't mind...however, the top basket broke after only a few uses. I only had bananas in it. It was also crooked.
183076
The mesh is not smooth, so it may feel rusty but mine was not actually rusty at all. The handle definitely looks aged. I was very happy with the antique feel of it but I guess it's not for everyone. As far as what the other person said about breakage, I overstuff mine on a regular basis and have had zero issues
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CV....i am so glad you asked. I had bought a cream copper cleaner especially for this sink. When i rubbed the cream on, the finish started to come off, leaving a shiny, uneven copper color in place of the beautiful patina. It was so bad, I ordered another sink (not the same one, but very similar copper with a rope design around the rim--i actually like it even more). I discarded the copper cleaner and have put the renaissance cream on the new sink to protect it. I haven't used ANYTHING to clean it, considering dawn or a mild soap. so, buyer, beware!!
2122381
Yes it rusts just like all cast iron products... A little steel wool and it actually gives it a nice patina.
2167970
Not sure if it is or not. What I ended up doing before I used it was clear coat it with clear lacquer. It's been a few months and it hasn't rusted or shown signs that it will.
36843
It's probably mineral deposits from the water. You should be able to clean most of it out. Mine does the same thing, and after cleaning, the metal looks just fine.
1707655
I'm using Amazon app on my phone, I dint have the same view you have. My knife came dark hickory handle and the blade has grooves in it. When it came the blade was shinier and almost silver, after wash and oil with veg oil it looks more like traditional carbon steel. This is the knife my grandma had.
595282
I must admitt, I've not had this experience, so I really cannot answer. But I think you've been given some good advice by Louis A., and Homer G. I have been under the impression, that like cast iron, the surface of this iron also needs to be 'seasoned'. I hope you'll post your end results to help anyone else who encounters the same issue? Best Wishes.
1944061
My handle is wooden and the base is cast iron. Mine is older, and I noticed one answer given was a plastic handle so maybe they have changed from wood to plastic.
766823
My original porcelain pans that came with the range have rusted and need replacing. I am shopping now for some. So yes Linda, rust is an issue.
728186
i agree that it felt used and also old...ikt didn't blend in with the liquids like the one at the store, which is why I decided to not purchase this type of product again online.
921107
I would be careful because I doubt if it is stainless steel. Water could get trapped along the shaft between the handle and the burr where it would not evaporate and cause some rust. If you wash it you should disassemble and dry thoroughly. Happy grinding!
2263547
It actually looks like they may have used some sort of wood polish in the second picture. Mine looks more like the first picture.
2105990
The attraction for most people of what's called an "antique" stainless steel finish is that the scratches blend in with the original finish. Since this is a Zippo product, I guess that the designers considered it a patina, rather than a blemish. It's in the back pocket of the beholder, I guess. This thing looks like a manatee's kiester about 20 minutes after you own it, so you may find the inevitable scratches aggravating.
1852116
It looks & feels like some sort of synthetic material. It's not wood. Also, the white engravings on the handle are not as clear & nice as in the pic advertising the product. The feeling is that if you handle this knife repeatedly eventually the white color will wear off and you will have to use paint to restore it (how successful can you be is something to be seen.)
2021862
I really haven't had mine long enough for there to be any wear on the finish , but it looks and feels different than any teflon finish I've had . . . looks and feels more like a ceramic finish. So far I love it and make bread two times a week.
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Yes, it is. I can't speak to how it will do if you antique it (since I don't do that myself, I don't know what that entails), but it is wood. Hopefully it will work out for you. Good luck!
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Edges of back of handle has tiny engraving, like the front pattern spilled over. This is on on the edge of the handle. The rest is plain.