Is this kettle rather heavy or bulky to lift and pour? I am buying it for my 93 old grandma.
1790052
It's actually rather lightweight. I love mine and use it at least every day because it's so handy.
1790053
Honestly it might be a bit much for her depending on her strength. If she is able to lift pots and pans out of the cupboard she should be ok with this. It is a bit bulky (about as big around as a Rubbermaid gallon pitcher on the bottom and about half as high, though it tapers). It is a bit heavy when filled all the way. Not so bad if halfway.
1790054
The kettle itself is light weight plastic and easy for me to lift & pour (I'm 60) but the weight comes in when the water is added. I love my pot. The best part is the auto shut off when it boils so I don't have to worry about forgetting to turn it off.
1790055
Great choice! It is very lightweight, yet durable. I love mine! And remember, the pot itself lifts off the base so it becomes cordless for pouring. She will love it!
310198
It is very light. You won't have a problem lifting the pan at all. It isn't heavy like the ceramic pots. It cleans up very easy also.
1312816
I bought this for my sister who is 77, and she loves it. The little trigger on the handle opens the spout for pouring, which she really likes. I can't think of any problem your step-mother would have with it as long as she is strong enough to safely lift it from the stove.
456582
It's not very heavy. Pretty light, actually. All aluminum. When your mom was young, they would have used thicker aluminum - but this is pretty light. I'm a &gt;60 yr male, in good health, no lifting issues. But I remember the aluminum pressure cookers of my mother's day as heavier. If your Mom is not frail yet, doesn't have serious back issues, this should be A-ok. Let me put it another way - this is an estimate, but I would guess the canner, WITH 7 quarts of stuff to can, AND about 1.5 gallons of water for the canning, would weigh about 30 lbs. But you put all that stuff in when it's on the stove, so the farthest you would carry it that way would be to pick it up to move it off the burner. Other answers I see are good, saying pretty much the same. This size IS for canning larger quantities. If she's only doing some grape jam every other year - or wants something that will double as a pressure cooker, the smaller size might be more appropriate. I don't have room to even keep mine in the kitchen. It lives in my "barn". But, when it comes to pressure canning, this is the best value pressure canner out there. More steam for your buck!
1800461
I carried it up a flight of stairs (I'm a great grandmother) rather pushed and pulled it; it is awkward because of its size but not heavy and fits on my antique full bed. I unpacked it before I carried itupstairs but left the plastic cover on while moving it upstairs. It was an easy move; not heavy.
580129
The handle is fine for me, but the pot is a bit heavy when filled with food.
941095
I actually had to return the kettle. The handle was difficult to pull open. It was also in an awkward spot. This is a large kettle. I ordered a different one from Vermont Country Store. I am extremely pleased with it. It comes in 3 different sizes. The Farberware is a heavy duty well made kettle. I would have kept it if the trigger was easy to use and in a different spot.I hope this helps.
1181111
It's not heavy. I use it every day to pour water for patients in a medication area.
723064
My experience is that it is. Other than the floppy handle, the kettle is pretty wonderful
1946480
If you are the kind of person who likes tea (or some other hot beverage) at a very specific temperature and you spend time in one or more rooms other than the kitchen both of which are true about my wife, this might appeal to you. It is gorgeous and, yes, it is pricey. If not, get a regular tea kettle.
1727716
Yes, it is bulky. I knew that going in on mine but I wanted the quality. This unit has been great for my application (replacement for a water softener system).
790121
It is fairly thick. The pot is heavy. I have the 8Q size. It is stainless steel and then there is another layer on the bottom. It can be used with gas, electric & induction ranges.
1668430
I'm seventy, and I move it fine, but it is heavier than some others. I'd say it weighs about 7 lbs and is easy to move or carry as long as you do not have to drag it up and down stairs. You can pull it along easily by the Long handle if you do not want to pick it up and carry it. Unless you have a disability in you arms or hands, you should have no problem. I use it to climb into my truck and toss it around with no problem. You might need a guy to push the handle into the step part when you assemble it, if you aren't too strong, but I did it myself.
2141321
It's about 5 pounds or so. It boils water so quickly. I love it no matter what it weighs!
174088
It's a bit heavy but with the handles it's not bad to lift out of sink at all. The machine is too loud for my liking though.
688650
Pretty heavy, particularly if there is any water on the unit. Worth it though because it makes good ice very quickly
808887
I don't remember exactly, but my mom is 70 and is able to use it without any problems. It didn't seem heavy at all. At first when I tried it out it wasn't heavy but seemed bulky and I though it would be too hard fro her to use but she hasn't had a problem and loves it.