Kettle is beautiful, but I noticed that the lid fits loosely; does not snap into place. So: do you need to keep a finger on the lid when pouring?
1947180
Yes, absolutely. Using a potholder is a good idea too, since you may risk being burnt by the rising steam from the lid.
1947181
The key is how angled the kettle is when you're pouring. If the kettle is rather full, so that you don't have to angle it much to pour water out, then you don't have to hold the lid. When you angle the kettle more sharply, like maybe 70 degrees or more (this is approximate guess), then you have to put a finger on the lid or it will fall off. Most of the time, I don't have to angle the kettle that much to pour from it, so that I don't have to put my finger on the lid.
1947182
When you get near the end of pouring you will need to keep a finger on the lid.
1947183
I have not felt the need to put my finger on the lid for normal usage and it's never fallen off. I will put my finger on the lid if I am draining it of all water, as the pot is straight up to get the last few drops.
1947184
Yes you do, but only if you need to get the last drops out. I can hold the lid in place with my thumb while pouring, keeping the other hand free. It has not been a nuisance in about 6 months of usage, twice per day.
1947185
no snapping/locking mechanism, but it sits perfectly so that,the steam from boiling almost creates a little pressure vacuum. I pour one handed just fine, when it gets near empty, ill use a finger for support just in case but have never felt it that necessary.
64247
I have not had these issues. If the boiling water overflows, perhaps fill kettle 3/4 full. The handle for me has never been hot. As for the top nob, I treat it with caution, ie...do not touch till the kettle water is no longer boiling.
1544566
No, lid does not deal tightly. Pitcher also dribbles when pouring from full pitcher if you pour too fast.
1934143
It is very easy to open with just one finger. You push sideways on a button on the lid and lift. But, actually you don't have to fill by opening the lid. You may fill it by pouring directly into the front end of the pour spout. No lid opening required! I love this kettle. Its speed in heating just bold me over.
162178
No it does not! It clicks into place quite snugly. Purchase away! This is a great tea kettle. For people that have a hard time getting it off, put all four fingers under the lid handle and your thumb on top of the main kettle handle and use the leverage to squeeze your hand together. Works every time.
1670320
You shouldn't have to take the lid off to pour the coffee. Push down the little lever and it "rocks" open enough to pour. The lid may seem wobbly because of this functionality. I wouldn't try tipping the pot upside down if it had liquid in it because I'm sure it would come out.
1766695
Yes. I watch how I position the tab and, like others have said, hold the lid as you pour. I do love the teapot. It is exactly what I expected.
223200
Yes. But I don't recommend the kettle. Poor design causes hot steam to reach fingers when pouring.
2187576
There is a plastic(silicon) O-ring around the lip of the lid. Many other comments suggest taking that off, which is quite easy, to allow expanding air out better. other than that there is no plastic inside the kettle.
2136452
I use stainless steel (trying to stay away from plastic) sauce cup instead of lid. something like this http://www.amazon.com/All-Purpose-Individual-Condiment-Commercial-Restaurant/dp/B000K9WTLO. it makes sound when water start to boil (it is easy to here when its ready). I just use fork/spoon to hold this cup on top of kettle when I pure hot water. Works really good for us.
1869231
Yes. The lid is held in up-right with a spring when opened. When the lid is open the spring is tight enough to keep it in up-right position. You can rotate the kettle, but the lid will not shut until you press it down. The lid is not intended to be easily removed, you will need to unscrew whole mechanism.
1071007
No, the lid is not secure at all! It is not snug. I've dropped it many times. Very annoying.
1974826
Kettle lifts right off the plate. Just fill it from faucet, put lid on and place it back on the plate. It's a wonderful teakettle. Do remember not to try and lift the lid after it's heated as the steam will burn. If I have to refill immediately I use a oven mitt to take the lid off. I bought this as a gift for my daughter and have decided I want one for myself, that's how much I like it.
430171
When you pick up the kettle from the back of the handle, it is designed to open the whistle lock and it stays that way. It does not stay open unless you are holding the handle towards the back. See the picture. I've had mine for over a year and love it. No complaints and it's very pretty - it looks like it striped in the picture, but it's a solid color.
32690
Yes, the lid still fits. This is a pretty pot, but the spout drips badly. Thought you'd want to know.
1204272
Hi, I'm sorry to answer your question this late. I normally have 5-6 cups of water and that fills up about slightly half the height of the kettle. It is a very light, yet well constructed piece. When you pour the water out and it gets close to empty the lid tends to pop out a little, I normally have my thumb touching on the knob and it is never a problem. I have used about 5 different kettles, le creuset, an english one, another us made one and a china made one, this is the best one. Take care, I hope my answer gives you some helpful info for your decision.
1597097
Yes, you can keep the whistle lid open to pour the water. This is my second All Clad whistling tea kettle. The first one did not whistle and this one does whistle but you will not hear it if you move out of the kitchen. It is not the best whistling kettle. My first one I returned to the company because it just did not whistle at all. All in all, I am not as happy with this All Clad kettle because of the weak whistle.