Are these the old design which had a rigid handle?
1955769
I don't know what you are referring to as "old design," but the ones I ordered and received do have "rigid handles."
1955770
The ones I just received have soft, rubbery handles. Not as good as the more rigid handle, yet serviceable.
1227924
I don't think so...I have a set from my wedding 16 years ago and it is marked "18/10 stainless" on the handles. These new ones are just marked "stainless steel" and have a bit of a lighter weight than the older ones. Not a significant difference from the old ones though and the pattern is exactly the same.
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No! They are the old ones. I bought this based on the person who said yes, but she either got a different set than I did or doesn't know there are new ones. These are not the hexagonal ones and they don't have the new blending formula. I won't send them back because I like them anyway but please be aware, you may get the old ones. If you want to buy the new ones, make sure you see them first or buy them from Crafters Companion.
1969976
The handles are metal and look just like the ones that cost six bucks apiece. You wont be disappointed.
2225391
Yes. The handles are ambidextrous. They are not shaped in a right handed specific shape.
260178
Hi Megan,From my recollection, they are rigid and cannot be altered.Hope this helps.Bill
853657
Not really. I've used cheaper looking and older ones than these without problems, and had no problems with these so far either.
1768757
No, those I received were not those pictured. They are thinner & quite flexible when you try to press down on them.I think the picture is of an earlier (and better) version. Too bad they cheapened them.
652217
I am not sure..but the one I received--the handles are solid...and I love it...
1711925
I ordered one a few months ago, it is the old style Vortex pictured, not the new lame ones.
757226
Not sure-- All I know is they had a thinner walled one, and their new one is thicker walled-- not sure of model numbers etc.
1450153
Alpha Hardware is now offering a new model of handles for this set. You will now receive a flush push handle for inside and long pull handle to open from the outside.
117756
I bought two handles because the replacements are different to the originals, hope that's helpful
2027314
Its been awhile since i bought mine, but I remember that there were two that were very much alike. the only difference I could find is that one was a little more "tailored" with nicer lines on the handles and a nice scoop in the lid below the handle so your hand could fit into the handle better. A bit more refined, which is why I chose it. Look closely and you will see. Again, I am going by memory, and not by the model name.
373995
Nope. These are actually easier to manipulate than the old style. They don't need oil, but I put a little white grease on them anyway. They're very well designed.
1403834
Dunno, my handle bent. I used one of these around 1960. It worked easily and well for a child. This copy wasn't worth fixing
1574026
I did not go by Model #. I simply liked at the handle and, if it looks just like the one you have, it is right. There are not that many styles so if it looks right it is. You can google how to change this handle it was very helpful to me.