Plastic vs. steel guard: I imagine the steel guard is more durable, but isn't plastic a better option if you're blending in nonstick finish pots?
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I have this hand blender with the steel guard and the Krups with a plastic guard. As long as the blade itself doesn't come into contact with the Teflon(etc.) finish, I don't think there would be any problem. The non-stick finish they use nowadays is much tougher than the early generation Teflon. I know I haven't had any problems.
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My take:The two grinder dishes are made of steel.The blade is made of steel.The shaft, probably of steel and aluminum.The over all case is aluminum.I have full confidence the grinder will hold up heavy use.Aluminum versus steel is no issue as far as I know now.Plastic versus Chefs Choice metal is a no brainer for me. Go for the metal. Go for Chefs Choice.
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The head of my blender is bare stainless steel, although I see that the picture on Amazon shows a black coating. Maybe that's an updated version. But since the blender blades are recessed inside the metal sheath, they don't touch the bottom of the pot, and I haven't seen any scratching or other damage to the pots and bowls I've used it in.
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I hear cast iron is good but I am not a fan of them. I love the Calphalon non stick anodized. Cooks evenly and is a great product!
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The nonstick coating should last many, many years so long as you follow these tips... NEVER use more than medium heat while using this pot, and only use plastic, nylon, or wooden utensils in it. Don't EVER allow metal utensils to come in contact with the inside surface of this pot! This pretty much goes for all decent cookware. If something does stick while cooking, you can fill it up with water and allow the pot to sit over medium heat. Eventually, what's stuck will soften and peel off. A regular soaking can achieve the same thing, but might take a lot longer. Just don't scrub the pan with an abrasive pad or scouring powder!Hope this answers your question. The nonstick coating should last many, many years so long as you follow these tips... NEVER use more than medium heat while using this pot, and only use plastic, nylon, or wooden utensils in it. Don't EVER allow metal utensils to come in contact with the inside surface of this pot! This pretty much goes for all decent cookware. If something does stick while cooking, you can fill it up with water and allow the pot to sit over medium heat. Eventually, what's stuck will soften and peel off. A regular soaking can achieve the same thing, but might take a lot longer. Just don't scrub the pan with... » Read More The nonstick coating should last many, many years so long as you follow these tips... NEVER use more than medium heat while using this pot, and only use plastic, nylon, or wooden utensils in it. Don't EVER allow metal utensils to come in contact with the inside surface of this pot! This pretty much goes for all decent cookware. If something does stick while cooking, you can fill it up with water and allow the pot to sit over medium heat. Eventually, what's stuck will soften and peel off. A regular soaking can achieve the same thing, but might take a lot longer. Just don't scrub the pan with an abrasive pad or scouring powder!Hope this answers your question. « Show Less
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I use plastic, my understanding is no metal. in the demonstration on line, a plastic knife is being used to mix the ingredients.
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In my opinion, but this is a strictly personal idea, brass is better (is the same metal, the same material of the inside part). Steel probably is more durable, but, for the brass model, a daily use gives wonderful "signs of time" ...
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Classic stainless is normally shinier than spot resist. In my mind a better choice is the spot resistant so that you are not constantly wiping it down.
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Sorry, I don't know. I will say that the stainless steel version is far superior to the old plastic coated ones.
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I only have the metal but have read it's quicker to heat and obviously more durable. At a recent coffee shop they had several metal ones they used. I did not see glass or ceramic.
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No comparison! i have owned both, if you are only throwing in soft fruits with liquids and ice than it would be sufficient but then again that could be subjective on the user but no comparison as to blending capabilities, also the container is about half the capacity. But the stainless does keep the ice cold when blending.
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Calphalon is not as heavy as cast iron pots but just as durable. Nonstick quality is the same besides outrageous price of cast iron dutch oven pots. Good luck!!
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stainless will hold up better to moisture, won't rust out. Carbon Steel is typically stronger and holds an edge longer, but needs to be treated with some sort of oil to protect the finish from the elements.
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Having both, I prefer the stainless long term. It resists staining, and it seemed like by the end of life for my nonstick version there was always a bit of coffee smell to it no matter how good it was cleaned.
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The surface is durable, but you could damage it if you use metal utensils. I always use something that is safe for a non stick surface and these last me a very long time.
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This is helpful. I had wondered about the metal in non-stick pots and maybe that wouldn't be a problem. But my main soup pot is ceramic. Has anyone tried a metal immersion blender in those? or in a crock pot, which is also ceramic?
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I believe they're the same product. I have both and they both do the same job for me. Get the discoloration off the bottom of my new pots and pans.