Is the Wok Stainless Steel or Carbon Steel
1964292
It is Carbon Steel. Takes a nice bluing and will not rust after the bluing is done. I leave mine outside year round after the seasoning finished. Took about three uses to season real well.
316
I talked to a lady at the Wok Shop (one of the Amazon sellers), and she said this was carbon steel.
1785381
It's stainless steel, no worries. All steel is "carbon" steel, it's an alloy of carbon and iron.
905184
I'd heard it was 1045 carbon steel, but with the mirror finish and CHINA imprint along with the low price, I'm guessing there's a chance its just stainless steel. Although the blade is very thick, so I'd imagine its still fairly durable.
2010528
Yes, I frequently use a stainless steel slotted spoon in my cast iron wok. The wok has not been "washed" in the traditional way since first cleaned and seasoned. The seasoning has built up and held up well and any minor abrasion from the metal spoon or a spatula has no noticeable effect. After use I wipe the surfaces clean and then apply a thin coat of Crisco. This has worked well for several years and I plan to keep it in use for many more. Happy cooking, Dave
567143
It's smooth, but it's not nonstick. This wok requires seasoning, and it's taking me a while to get it right. This is my first carbon steel pan, but it seems similar to having a cast iron pan that isn't yet seasoned. If you've ever had one, you know how long it can take to season it.
873783
Given a set of expectations, metals "should" perform within expectations. But not always. Some of the newer metal alloys contain different ingredients, just like in a cooking recipe, and so they respond differently. That said, The construction is stainless steel (SS) alright, but the world of SS is vast. Some are magnetic and some are not. The Chefs Choice 681 is not, and for good reason - it does not NEED to be constructed from such high grade material. Read the advertising carefully where it clearly states: "The Chef's Choice Model 681 Cordless Stainless Kettle has these features: ...All brushed stainless steel construction ..." In other words, ignore the other buyer.
47840
It is some type of stainless steel. Different than the SCHF9 which is a high carbon steel. Both well made extremely strong knives. Only down side is difficult to sharpen due to curve of the blade. Scrade just came out with a new improved model for around the same price with even better options like an included diamond stone and flin and steel. I highly recommend buying the SCHF38 instead.
2276212
Its made of carbon steel. I used it on the camp chef for cooking roasts when I wanted low heat evenly distributed - worked great. Cant say how it works for a kitchen gas stove - sorry.
1535388
To explain a little further, 'seasoned' regarding the wok basically means using high temperature cooking to burn a layer of grease on to the surface. Eventually the food & grease form a slick smooth light brown color that's very effective for cooking & keeping rust away. It sounds gross but it actually ideal - this is also what you do with cast iron cookware.
634336
Test try your wok by placing magnetic strips or any magnetic items from your refrigerator. if the magnetic item stays you can use your wok on your induction cooktops. Steel or cast iron, enamel iron, stainless steel or (stainless steel) flat bottom pan/pots are suitable for induction cook stove. Heat-resistant glass, ceramic container, copper, aluminum are non-suitable for induction stove/cooktop.
2130682
It is a slightly enhanced 440C steel which has Vanadium and slightly more Chromium. More importantly, it is available in Taiwan where the knife was made. It said to out perform 154CM and 440C steels. I really like this knife. It is light and very sturdy with an impressively machined Titanium handle and the blade can be made very sharp with a long lasting edge.
1452199
I am very happy with this set. I would recommend it. I would also highly recommend the wok. Awesome products by woll.
1087231
It's plain raw carbon steel. You'll need to season it before you use it. Season it just like a cast iron frying pan.
1220423
I think carbon steel sticks too..same as cast iron..it does not work like a regular non-stick pan.
28011
its some lightweight metal. i think its aluminum. personally, i don't really care about the lid cuz the wok itself is superb. i think the lid is some type of cheap aluminum or metal. what is important to me is the cooking surface/pan. that has been superb for me. hope this helps.
873781
Given a set of expectations, metals "should" perform within expectations. But not always. Some of the newer metal alloys contain different ingredients, just like in a cooking recipe, and so they respond differently. That said, The construction is stainless steel (SS) alright, but the world of SS is vast. Some are magnetic and some are not. The Chefs Choice 681 is not, and for good reason - it does not NEED to be constructed from such high grade material. Read the advertising carefully where it clearly states: "The Chef's Choice Model 681 Cordless Stainless Kettle has these features: ...All brushed stainless steel construction ..." In other words, ignore the other buyer. Given a set of expectations, metals "should" perform within expectations. But not always. Some of the newer metal alloys contain different ingredients, just like in a cooking recipe, and so they respond differently. That said, The construction is stainless steel (SS) alright, but the world of SS is vast. Some are magnetic and some are not. The Chefs Choice 681 is not, and for good reason - it does not NEED to be constructed from such high grade material. Read the advertising carefully where it clearly states: "The Chef's Choice Model 681 Cordless Stainless Kettle has these... » Read More Given a set of expectations, metals "should" perform within expectations. But not always. Some of the newer metal alloys contain different ingredients, just like in a cooking recipe, and so they respond differently. That said, The construction is stainless steel (SS) alright, but the world of SS is vast. Some are magnetic and some are not. The Chefs Choice 681 is not, and for good reason - it does not NEED to be constructed from such high grade material. Read the advertising carefully where it clearly states: "The Chef's Choice Model 681 Cordless Stainless Kettle has these features: ...All brushed stainless steel construction ..." In other words, ignore the other buyer. « Show Less