Saw some comments about this set getting easily scratched... Can you comment? Sorry - should have clarified that I was asking about scratches to the outside of the pots & pans. Lots of comments on the Macy's website indicated that they get easily scratched and didn't look so good w/in a matter of months. I'd like to buy but don't want them to look beat up w/in a short period of time. Saw some comments about this set getting easily scratched... Can you comment? Sorry - should have clarified that I was asking about scratches to the outside of the pots & pans.... » Read More Saw some comments about this set getting easily scratched... Can you comment? Sorry - should have clarified that I was asking about scratches to the outside of the pots & pans. Lots of comments on the Macy's website indicated that they get easily scratched and didn't look so good w/in a matter of months. I'd like to buy but don't want them to look beat up w/in a short period of time. « Show Less
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I've had mine for about two months and I don't have any scratches on any of them with my husband, my sitter and me using them. We are careful not to use any metal utensils on them and wash with cloth, sponge or fabric-based scour pad if needed (and it rarely is) both inside and out. I gave away nearly $600 worth of All-Clad cookware after getting this set and I couldn't be happier. It's so worth the extra effort to keep it looking nice.
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We've had our set for a month. I am a little more careful with this set then I have been with pots and pans in the past. I try not to use metal utensils on them. The pans and potsare really pretty sturdy. I'm not worried.
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The outside is much more vulnerable than the inside. As long as you do not store them to where they are going to rub you will be fine. This is a nice set.
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I love my set, best investment I made in cookware. They are beautiful to look at, cook evenly, and very easy to clean. Have used plastic or metal and have no scratches. use them daily..
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I haven't experienced this problem. I am enjoying my set. I use silicon utensils and wash by hand.
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We have had the set for 1.5 years. My wife will tell you that our two under-six yo children contribute to most of the scratches with tossing their silverware in the sink, while the pots are in there and then setting their dishes on top of them. But for normal wear & tear on them; as long as you use the silicone or ceramic utensiles on them, you should see no scratches. The coating on the inside of the pots and pans is very easy to clean as well- usually only takes a quick swipe of a dish rag to pull most substances off the inside surface.
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I've had my set for a couple of months and I haven't noticed any scratches as of yet. They still look great. Don't know if this will help you in your decision making process.
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I just found out what a Dutch Oven is. My neighbor told me about it. I ordered one to cook a recipe in. Comon sense would tell you to only use utensils that do not scratch the surface. This goes for any pans that have a coating or something. I really just started cooking stuff.
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I've had one of my pans for about 5 yrs, it still cooks evenly, shows no wear and I still love it . Pans show no wear after years of use, I should let you know I do not place my skillets in the dishwasher. I hand wash.
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Paula, I have never before heard this issue raised, but I appreciate the information. If that spot is scratch-prone, we can let future customers know to be mindful of this and take extra precaution. Thanks so much. Sincerely, JR Hill Goedekers.com
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No, mine looks great, almost like new even after a lot of use. I have quite of few stainless steel pots and pan and nothing like what you are describing has ever happened. In my never to be humble opinion it is not common.
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No, it is not. I made that mistake with my first piece. It won't hurt the actual cookware but the outside finish would be ruined. I'm still using the piece I washed, and other than not looking as good as the others, it works just fine. On the good side, these are the easiest pots and pans to clean. Even the most stuck on things easily come off. It has not been an inconvenience at all not being able to put them in the dishwasher.
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Honestly, I haven't places them in the dishwasher out of fear. I will say that the outside does get scratched easily. I am very careful with them. I love them and they look great but if you don't mind washing by hand then you should get them. Maybe they will be fine in a dishwasher especially the newer gentler washers that use specific soaps
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Hi Arwen. We have not yet used this is non stick pots, mostly we have used it in the cup which comes along with and it is very handy and effective. Everyday My wife keeps telling me how good it is. Having said that, i think there is a strong possibility that there will be scratches on non-stick coating pots!!
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I have only used them a few times, but so far no scratches. I have not really made anything that would warrant using a knife in them though. Things slide out fairly easily if you butter them before using them and eating something (Mini chicken pot pies) directly out of them with forks did not scratch them.
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I'm not sure how the copper hard anodized will hold up because I've only had them a short time. However, I bought them to replace another set of comparable (though non-copper bottomed) Analon non-stick pots and pans and they held up _great_ for eight years of hard use. (I only replaced them because they went with the ex!) I anticipate the same for these.
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Hi Robert! I bought this set 4-6 months ago and they are holding up well so far. My mom also bought a set about 3 months ago and hers are holding up as well. She has limited cupboard space too, so she puts a paper towel between each pan to protect it from the bottom of the one stacked inside of it (simple cheap solution). Hope this helps!
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Also, I have been very happy with my cookware. While the copper on the side does seem questionable, the weighted bottom of the pots and pans cook very evenly and well and I find them good quality. I clean them with Bar Keepers Friend and I put paper towels between each pot to protect them from scraping when in the cupboard.
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I will answer on Sunday when I get back from vacation. The set is great except the interior pattern on the smaller plates looks like the plate is not clean and we feel we have to explain to guests that is only the pattern. You should be able to see the pattern larger on the ad for selling it. I think this pattern is unique because the pattern I described will be a turn off for many. BT
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Mine don't scratch easily. However I've purchased used pieces that that were covered with knife/silverware marks. They come off surprisingly well by scrubbing with Barkeeper's Friend or Bon Ami (I prefer Barkeeper's Friend). Both of these products are sold by Amazon.
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I have had my set for a couple of years now and I only hand wash them. They say you can put them in the dishwasher but I'm not so sure that they would look as good if you do. I have also found that they clean up very easily by hand so why risk it. Just a side note: I have discovered that to get off any "staining" to the inside of the pan you can soak the pan in a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water for about five minutes and they look good as new.
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I am definitely having an issue with the coating. I have submitted a question to Circulon for a replacement. My pans were bought Dec 2nd, 2013. The main problem i've had is with -- of all the pans -- the stockpot, which we use mostly for boiling things, sauces, soups. The coating seems to be coming off more and more, and it isn't inside the grooves, it is on top. We do use metal utensils, but you are supposed to be able to use that.. and it's not like we are frying in the pan (though, again, it says metal utensil safe). I'm wondering if we somehow got a bad batch, as so many people seem to say the coating stay. I am definitely having an issue with the coating. I have submitted a question to Circulon for a replacement. My pans were bought Dec 2nd, 2013. The main problem i've had is with -- of all the pans -- the stockpot, which we use mostly for boiling things, sauces, soups. The coating seems to be coming off more and more, and it isn't inside the grooves, it is on top. We do use metal utensils, but you are supposed to be able to use that.. and it's not like we are frying in the pan (though, again, it says metal utensil safe). I'm wondering if we somehow got a bad batch, as so many people seem to... » Read More I am definitely having an issue with the coating. I have submitted a question to Circulon for a replacement. My pans were bought Dec 2nd, 2013. The main problem i've had is with -- of all the pans -- the stockpot, which we use mostly for boiling things, sauces, soups. The coating seems to be coming off more and more, and it isn't inside the grooves, it is on top. We do use metal utensils, but you are supposed to be able to use that.. and it's not like we are frying in the pan (though, again, it says metal utensil safe). I'm wondering if we somehow got a bad batch, as so many people seem to say the coating stay. « Show Less
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I feel its a matter what's your approach to cleaning. These pans haven't been a problem for me at all. I'll soak when necessary for less difficulty in cleaning. They are holding up great and they look good as new.