Is this pot brand new (still in original box)? On the pictures, it looks like it has been used - or is it just "commercial " pictures? Anja
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It is a new pot. These pot's are pre-seasoned. Nothing cooks better than cast iron and it is so easy to clean!
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Amazon always tells you whether an item is new or used. And you cannot go wrong with a Lodge brand cast iron product. They're positively the best. Beware of Chef Emeril's cast iron pans. They're made in China and the quality does not compare to Lodge. Buy it and enjoy it.
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It's new. Cast iron just has a different look. I LOVE my lodge pot. Makes best braised roasts and long cooking Moroccan dishes.
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I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they promptly call me and I have resolved every one of the few problems I have had. I hope I was helpful. I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they... » Read More I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they promptly call me and I have resolved every one of the few problems I have had. I hope I was helpful. « Show Less
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I just heard back from the store - they told me (in an email) that the manufacturer was closed for the chinese new year! that is why we hadnt heard back from them (the store) since they hadnt heard back from the manufacturer. The manufacturer is shipping a new stockpot out. They told me to hang on to the original until the new one arrives. Who knows how long that will be....I emailed back and asked if it was ok to use the other items...still awaiting a reply to that.
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I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they promptly call me and I have resolved every one of the few problems I have had. I hope I was helpful.
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Yes, you will be very happy with this pot. Works well, travels in small package, mine has been all over the world.
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Mine was certainly new and in a sealed original Theratherm box. Just be sure that you are purchasing a "new" item and not a "used" item when purchasing on Amazon. BTW, I highly recommend the Theratherm heating pad. It gets hotter than others I've tried and provides a slightly moist heat. It also is of a higher quality than other brands and reminds me of heating pads that I've experienced at Physical Therapy Centers.
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You know what I'm not so sure but I did buy it because of the "hard anodized"; and so far this is the best pot I have ever owned!!! Been cooking for 35 years and have gone through some expensive pots and this is my absolute favorite!!! My daughter wants to steal it from me and I won't let her!!! :))
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First of all happy Saint patrick's Day. The pot may look hazy cuz you drank too much beer. Actually my pot is stained but it still cooks wonderful it may not look brand new but it sure is cooks as if it were. Have a shot of Irish whiskey and you will soon forget about it.......cheers
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My understanding is that the newer PIC may be referred to on Amazon as PIC 2. The Nuwave website only sells the newest version but you may still occasionally find the older models offering fewer features on Amazon and other websites. I have had mine for around D five months and have used it every day. I have only used my stove top one time since my PIC arrived. I love it. I have read a few bad reviews but my niece had one and loved it so I decided to try it. The shipping is outrageous but getting the two PIC's along with the cook set ran just over $120 (If I remember correctly) and I feel it was a worthy purchase. Hope this helps. Brenda My understanding is that the newer PIC may be referred to on Amazon as PIC 2. The Nuwave website only sells the newest version but you may still occasionally find the older models offering fewer features on Amazon and other websites. I have had mine for around D five months and have used it every day. I have only used my stove top one time since my PIC arrived. I love it. I have read a few bad reviews but my niece had one and loved it so I decided to try it. The shipping is outrageous but getting the two PIC's along with the cook set ran just over $120 (If I remember correctly) and I feel... » Read More My understanding is that the newer PIC may be referred to on Amazon as PIC 2. The Nuwave website only sells the newest version but you may still occasionally find the older models offering fewer features on Amazon and other websites. I have had mine for around D five months and have used it every day. I have only used my stove top one time since my PIC arrived. I love it. I have read a few bad reviews but my niece had one and loved it so I decided to try it. The shipping is outrageous but getting the two PIC's along with the cook set ran just over $120 (If I remember correctly) and I feel it was a worthy purchase. Hope this helps. Brenda « Show Less
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It isn't damaged. It will probably come off with a good cleaning with Bar Keeper's Friend. It is a pretty common occurrence with new SS cookware. Happy cooking!!
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I thought it was supposed to be new, but I got a used one, and as far as I can tell, no warranty. The seller apologized for sending a used one and offered to resend a new one very promptly. So you should be getting a new one regardless!
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Claudia_ I can only respond of course about my own personal use of the teapot. I use several times a week and have had no problems at all. The pot might eventually crack years from now due to use . No one could predict tat. Only can say that it is after all a teapot and was designed to be used. I do that and again, quite frequently and without problems. Enjoy your teapot. It's so lovely. I'm sure you will enjoy as much as I do mine. Good luck.
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I wouldn't buy used. You don't know how it's been stored or anything. Dry rot, mold, leaks, who knows? Maybe if the seller guarantees it....
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I am not pleased with mine...after using the first time spots appeared in the bottom of the pot. Looked like coating popped off in little spots...bottom was still smooth but discolored. Will not order any more of this brand.
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Hi David, I bought the item for my daughter who intends to use it for occasional corn boil party, and don't have it anymore. I sort of remember the entire pot made of the same material. What I can say, though, is it is of a very good quality.
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Oh, even so, it really is an excellent pot. But I can understand if you're concerned about it being from China. haha.
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I am sorry but I am at work and don't recall, however, I would not purchase this pot. I had to return two, they replaced them due to pitting on the inside bottom of the pots and the replacement pitted too so I returned for a refund. Hope this helps.