I have handled one of these in a store, and the base seems very heavy. Is there a copper core? Does it say what's in the base?
1799077
I'm not sure about the copper core; I believe that it does. I returned this kettle because I assumed that it would have a removable lid for cleaning, but it doesn't. The only opening is the spout; it's difficult to fill and impossible to clean.
1799078
This is what Nambe wrote about their products. It does not appear that the kettle has a copper base. We have this kettle and the only thing I can say is that the whistle has taken a little while to get use to but I really like the kettle As with all Namb metal pieces, function stands beside beauty in purpose in our signature alloy blend. The proprietary eight-metal aluminum-based alloy has the luster of silver and the solidity of iron. It can be preheated to 500 degrees or chilled in the freezer. This, coupled with its superior temperature retention properties, makes Namb alloy markedly useful for cooking and serving
1799079
Looking at mine there is a stainless steel layer at the bottom which would touch the burner, then there appears to be a fairly thick layer of copper, then the body of the kettle. Looked at the Nambe website at this item but no mention of copper. I do see it though. Beautiful kettle, I love it!
1799080
This is what Nambe wrote about their products. It does not appear that the kettle has a copper base. We have this kettle and the only thing I can say is that the whistle has taken a little while to get use to but I really like the kettleAs with all Nambé metal pieces, function stands beside beauty in purpose in our signature alloy blend. The proprietary eight-metal aluminum-based alloy has the luster of silver and the solidity of iron. It can be preheated to 500 degrees or chilled in the freezer. This, coupled with its superior temperature retention properties, makes Nambé alloy markedly useful for cooking and serving This is what Nambe wrote about their products. It does not appear that the kettle has a copper base. We have this kettle and the only thing I can say is that the whistle has taken a little while to get use to but I really like the kettleAs with all Nambé metal pieces, function stands beside beauty in purpose in our signature alloy blend. The proprietary eight-metal aluminum-based alloy has the luster of silver and the solidity of iron. It can be preheated to 500 degrees or chilled in the freezer. This, coupled with its superior temperature retention properties, makes Nambé alloy... » Read More This is what Nambe wrote about their products. It does not appear that the kettle has a copper base. We have this kettle and the only thing I can say is that the whistle has taken a little while to get use to but I really like the kettleAs with all Nambé metal pieces, function stands beside beauty in purpose in our signature alloy blend. The proprietary eight-metal aluminum-based alloy has the luster of silver and the solidity of iron. It can be preheated to 500 degrees or chilled in the freezer. This, coupled with its superior temperature retention properties, makes Nambé alloy markedly useful for cooking and serving « Show Less
1907122
It has a metal base. It has held up well over the years. I'm not sure if the current model has a metal base.
466851
The base is not metal. It is heavy but very well could be plastic with sand.
2093092
Yes it is, for more information go to their website. http://www.all-clad.com/Pages/Collections/COPPER%20CORE.aspx
2197873
I can't find any reference to metal content, but it is a little heavier than the 2 qt. Cuisinart I have. I needed pots with the heavy clad bottoms for my glass top stove, and these are perfect. I now have a pretty complete set. I've found the handles get a little warm, but not really hot. Check first, of course.
1060017
It has a hollow core with a sealed base. It is poorly constructed overall. Best option look elsewhere for another alternative. Not a well made product.
2153238
The clamp s are covered so I can't see the wire but the weight seems consistent with solid copper. Also comes in a big plastic carrying case. These are really heavy cables like I wanted.
1250909
It is not solid copper. What it is, many small copper copper wires are wound to together.
750846
they are not solid copper. if they were solid copper they would be worth more as scrap than what they are selling for. they are also very heavy as is, 20ft of #2 copper would make them unwieldily.
1830623
May research says it is copper clad steel main conductor. Hard to find solid copper core at this price point.
421072
The base is colored bronze, the weight I would guess is about ten pounds..I used it for most of this past summer and had no problems whatsoever with it. It held up in the worst of wind and rain storms with no damage. Thanks
2017413
Perhaps the newer ones have a plastic base. I have already bought 3 of them and all have heavy metal base, also the brushed nickel one. I would not want a plastic one, the plastic starts to disintegrate soon.
187058
There really is no base per say, the bottom edges of the metal canister are rounded so it doesnt scratch the surface its on. I have them at the salon to store bleach powder in, now i am curious and will have to look when I get back to work on tuesday....
914326
No, the copper bottom is "glued" to the stainless steel body. The solder filler between the copper and the steel melted away revealing the lumps of epoxy or what ever it is that was used to attach the base. We use sauspans with copper bases on the same gas ring and have never ever had any issues with the copper melting irrespective of the heat applied. This kettle looks good but it is very poor in quality and I would not touch any product from this supplier again. I am more than happy to provide photos if you supply an email address to greggk@bigpond.com. This is probably not the answer you were hoping but I would rather be honest with you than have you throw the kettle out after a few months. Hope that helps.
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the base is heavy metal.. this chair is constructed well... I think it is a great chair if are five feet and under... get a cushion.. it will save your groin... and bones around your hips... but if i needed another chair i would buy this chair in a flash moment
2081184
I think the base is a hard form of plastic. I like them so well I have bought 4 of them for my rental cabins and home. They do in no way look cheap and they look real. The quality is as good as it gets. You will not be disappointed.
1006036
The base is plastic with a chrome finish. I will say that although I was disappointed at first, this is an amazingly tough little machine. I am so glad I purchased it!!