How hot does the handle get--and is it arthritis-comfortable?
621151
I can pick it up without protection unless whatever is in it has gotten dry and burnt. Then it might be too hot to grab. I don't have arthritis, so I don't know if it is "arthritis-comfortable." I do think the handle might need to be a bit fuller for a hurting hand.
621152
I also have Rheumatoid arthritis and this pot is very lightweight and the handle does not get too hot.
621153
The handle gets warm; we don't use a potholder with it. No one in our house has severe arthritis in their hands, but my elderly mom lifts the pan with no discomfort.
621154
You can keep the handle somewhat cool by using a low flame but eventually it will get hot and necessary to use a pad. I don't know about arthritis but when filled and heavy, I use 2 hands....hope this helps.
283523
Warm on the long handle - yes, but totally manageable without a towel, oven mit or pot holder. I have never tried to grab the smaller handle on the other side without one of the previously mentioned.
2270709
It can get a bit warm. I keep a flat pot holder, kitchen cloth close. But, I wouldn't trade this wok for any of those with the screwed on handle (or any other wok, really). No moving parts, solid handle, solid feel.
920448
Well, I have not used in a while and I remember being a little heavy but liftable (I am a 52 yr old male). Heatwise it was hot but it had plastic feet around it that were cool to the touch. I would recommend using an oven mitt.
1232099
I find the handle very comfortable and easily fits four fingers. The rubberized grip is a nice improvement too.
2015051
Hard to say -- depends how much one's arthritis has crippled the hands. I do have painful arthritis is many joints, but not so much in the hands. It is a bit of a "stretch" to grasp the wide-open handle and base with one hand, but may be increasing more so as the hands become more degenerate from arthritis.
1113924
Yes, the handle got warm, not hot, when I boiled water in the skillet to check for heat. However, it was in the normal range. With the usual care in cooking I feel there is no danger. This is the Best Non -Stick Cookware I have ever used. I gave this as a gift as I am very proud to own it myself. Thank you
1393531
Yes, it does get too hot on the handle. Mine didn't last very long. Too bad because if it didn't get too hot it would be a great one!
1597332
Like someone already pointed out, handle stays cool, but the cover -- if used -- does get hot!
135917
I have the smaller Solia iron (about 3/4"). The handles used for gripping do not get hot at all; the area surrounding the plates don't get hot either, maybe a little warm. I have mine set at about 300 degrees. Hope this helps.
2283900
I find that if I place it on the stove so that the handle is not over the flame it's fine. If I'm not careful about how I place it, it does get too hot. But I really like it. I actually bought a second larger one because I like it so much. :)
1563319
there is a rubber insert between the handle and it does stay cool to the touch, it might depended on how much heat you are using but for the most part i think you would be ok.
1568312
I find that if I fill the pot enough for a cup of tea or two, it doesn't get too hot to pick up with my hand. If I fill it to the fill line, and heat it to the point of whistling, then the handle can get a bit on the warm end of comfortable. I normally don't fill the pot, so hasn't been much of an issue for me. I really have been happy with the kettle.
455699
No I have not had a problem with the handle being to hot. Seems like it would cause it's metal but so far no problem at all.
2060437
The handle is also made of cast iron. I have not had it get too hot to touch, if that is what you are wondering.
399393
Yes. It gets very hot. Definitely a con on this. I have to hold the handle with a small towel.
1908089
The handle feels "rubbery" and is quite comfortable to hold. There is a long, decorative metal piece on the top surface of the handle.