Is this non-stick Tough or Tender? Does anyone know if this non-stick technology holds up to regular use?
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It will begin to fail after about 3 months of daily use. Then you use an oil spray and it will work pretty well.
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The no stick coating is thin and easily scratched on my MSC-400 too. I registered my unit at www.cuisnart.com where you can find out about parts. Mine came with a 3 year 'limited warranty' which covers defective parts. I doubt scratching is covered. It is impressively no-stick and I have not used anything harsher than a terry type dishcloth to clean. I have tried to be very careful cooking and stopped using the browning feature for concern about scratching bones etc. because the coating is very thin. I see outside is getting scuffed from ordinary use. I see in a crock pot cooking books that a removable plastic type liner is always used. That may be the way to go to deal with scratches if warranty does not cover.
1564313
Use only Teflon & non-abrasive utensils. Although at Costco I was told that this cookware was durable & can use metal utensils. It was not true. Treat this like any other non-stick cookware. If you have to call there customer service, be fully prepared to get the "3rd degree." I rarely use my MasterClad because of the cost & how it really doesn't stand up to heavy cooking. I either use cheaper non-stick or stainless steel & will only use MasterClad in an absolute emergency.
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I've had this for ten years and use it at least five days a week and I'm impressed that the non-stick coating still has only fine scratches. No planned obsolescence here. There are quite a few very fine scratches almost entirely at the curved "corners" at the bottom, still hardly anything either in the center of the bottom or the sides and no peeling of any sheets or areas whatsoever. Far better than my Analon non-stick cookware, for instance. It's a very high quality non-stick surface. No idea what the nonstick coating is made of. I'm careful to only use plastic utensils, usually a silicone spoon or else the included spoon. I've had this for ten years and use it at least five days a week and I'm impressed that the non-stick coating still has only fine scratches. No planned obsolescence here. There are quite a few very fine scratches almost entirely at the curved "corners" at the bottom, still hardly anything either in the center of the bottom or the sides and no peeling of any sheets or areas whatsoever. Far better than my Analon non-stick cookware, for instance. It's a very high quality non-stick surface. No idea what the nonstick coating is made of. I'm careful to only use plastic utensils, usually... » Read More I've had this for ten years and use it at least five days a week and I'm impressed that the non-stick coating still has only fine scratches. No planned obsolescence here. There are quite a few very fine scratches almost entirely at the curved "corners" at the bottom, still hardly anything either in the center of the bottom or the sides and no peeling of any sheets or areas whatsoever. Far better than my Analon non-stick cookware, for instance. It's a very high quality non-stick surface. No idea what the nonstick coating is made of. I'm careful to only use plastic utensils, usually a silicone spoon or else the included spoon. « Show Less
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so far it's been non stick, easy to clean but I guess it may very depending on if you burn food.
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I've been using the wok since August 2012. It is really non-stick. The wok is big enough to make soup in it and light enough for me to lift it. Unfortunately, the coated is scratched. I don't know how it happened. I probably will need to replace it.
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Yes it is. It hasn't scratched any of mine. The only thing you can't use in non-stick pans is any sort of metal. I did find that a couple of the pieces upon arrival were splintering. Especially the slotted spoon. Managed to cut the splinter off and sand it down, but all the same. But yes, it is safe for non-stick.
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I've had mine for over one year now. Used it hundreds of times. The nonstick surface has not scratched and nothing sticks. It's far better than Teflon coated pans. A durable and completely nonstick surface.
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Yes! It is non stick, i bought it as a gift for my mother. So far this is the best she has ever had. I am buying one for myself too.
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I have found the surface especially durable. I pre-prepped with olive oil, and always avoid any metal utensil contacting such a surface. Strictly Teflon compatible spatula. I periodically re-oil, and generally use temps at 300 or below. So far works great. Have a good time. I am enjoying chicken enchiladas in maximum quantity.
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I would absolutely by this pan again, I have had it now for a number of months, probably use 3-4 times weekly...rarely with non-stick friendly tools...and it is showing no sign of wear. Recommend highly!
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no. and I am revising my opinion. don't get it if you want a non stick. just get a cheap non stick.. wears out... get another.
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I haven't had a problem with the nonstick coating coming off. I enjoy my Fondue pot.
776649
I agree with the others that the non-stick surface seems to be sturdier than the old Teflon coating. I use a wooden spoon with my pan and it doesn't even show any scratching on the surface. I would say that with a little consideration for the surface that you should not have any flaking or other issues associated with Teflon.
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I know there is a controversy about the use of PTFE (Teflon being the brand name used by Dupont). I've noted that after a year of very extensive use, the nonstick coating on the pan in the Virtuoso, is lasting longer than the pan in the unit I previously owned. I see no signs of it wearing off, peeling, or discoloration, although I use a lot of seeds and other ingredients which would scratch a PTFE surface.
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I haven't found them to be any more durable than other non-stick pans. Although they advertise that you can use metal utensils, I found that they scratched easily, and then lost their non-stick surface. I think we were conned into thinking that they are better quality because they are Danish, but I definitely haven't found that to be the case!
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I use a pie server made of the same material that's used for cooking utensils made for non-stick pans. It works well, and doesn't scratch the pan like a knife or stainless steel does. I own several of these, and my favorite is the oldest and most worn--nothing compares to a well seasoned pan :)