Is the interior surface of this skillet indeed steel? And, if so, why does a magnet NOT stick to it?
1054690
There are two types of stainless steel. The austenitic type has a different molecular structure than the ferritic type and does not have magnet properties. This pan must be of the austenitic type.
1197687
It's cast iron so you shouldn't expect a perfectly smooth surface like a coated non-stick skillet. Mine was delivered in excellent condition and I have had no issues with the cooking surface.
976072
I wish I could help, but I've only had mine for three years. I can tell you that the inside coating still looks new: nothing sticks to them. The silver on the outside is dis colored....more of a tarnished silver look - but only where my gas flame touches the pan. (I cook 1-3 times daily so they get LOTS of use.) The silver sides and handle are shiny and new looking. I've even purchased more of these pans! (14 inch skillet and the griddle). All in all, three years into my investment and I'm still thrilled with these pans.
1094229
This skillet does have a non-stick surface but I don't know about using metal utensils. I haven't used metal utensils on mine because I have usedthe nylon utensils for so long on this type of surface, it has become the natural thing to do. Sorry if this doesn't help you.
1058589
I just ran a magnet over the bottom of the griddle and it DID NOT adhere to any section of it. I believe the griddle is aluminum and non magnetic.
619064
Its cast iron. Which means things won't stick if you season it correctly. No other coating on inside. Enamel is on the exterior, not cooking surface
1158229
It is steel but seems to have a coating on it that makes it really nonstick.
405742
This particular skillet is non-stick. However, Wear-ever does offer one of the same size in all stainless steel. We just used this one more often and it took me a while to get my wife to treat it properly. She learned her lesson about the time that the original had to be replaced.
1544292
Interior is steel.....it is not Teflon coated and I would say that it is not non-stick, but can easily be wiped out if you care for it after use.
1336364
i believe it works like a cast iron skillet. you season it so there is NO non-stick coating. i have had mine for a long time and absolutely love it, inside and outside.
1220423
I think carbon steel sticks too..same as cast iron..it does not work like a regular non-stick pan.
1459740
It is not coated with a non-stick surface. it is stainless steel on the inside. However, I do not have a sticking problem with it. Whatever residue there is after cooking washes off easily. I use this wok every week.
1281052
No my refrigerator magnets do not stick. The stainless is really good quality and shiny. The handle could get too hot especially if near the burner-I usually use a pot holder to be safe but have used it without and it didn't feel hot- I think it depends what you cook in it- Very versatile- FYI I use it mainly as a water pitcher to fill my water dispenser and to mix and pour pancakes in it- only use it to cook in when all my cast-iron enameled pots are in use.. Hope this helps!
1336367
It is steel, without any non-stick coating. We love this griddle. We just spray the griddle with a light coating of vegetable spray before using, food comes off easily.
1909198
Yes Melbe the magnet does stick and I use granite pans on my induction cook to frequently.
2017782
Nope. I used a no-stick skillet and it just sits there. Now if you pressed down on the insert and dragged it around the surface of the pan, I suppose it could cause scratches.
1826470
I know nothing seems to stick to the interior of the pan. I can't say for sure about the outside as I haven't (luckily) spilled anything on it. It is one great pan for grilling indoors when it's too cold outside to do so.