Lots of Qs about All Clad pots and pans...

So we decided that we probably SHOULD replace our semi-warped and beat up non-stick Cuisinart set with higher end cookware while we have the chance. I've done some research and it seems like All Clad stainless is probably the way to go.

However, there are a bunch of different kinds.

'copper core'
'master chef 2'
'stainless steel'
'LTD'

What is worth the money? How did you decide which to go with? I know these pots/pans will last a lifetime so I want to pick the right ones. there are too many options!

Also, is it better to register for a big set, a small set + some individuals or everything individually? some of the sets are so it might be better to do it individually, but it seems like you get a better deal by getting a set.

Finally... is it better to register for them at BBB or Macys? Macys seems to have a lot of sales and promotions but BBB has the 20% off and I think people prefer to shop at BBB.

Anyone?

I bought these pots, i bought a 13 piece set.

FMIL's neighbor gave us a fortunoff friends and family discount for a weekend to use there, and low and behold i called up and it was not excluded...only exclusion was swiss watches.

So we were able to save the 20%

We bought the set and we bought individual pieces as well. I think they work amazing, we got the stainless steel ones, coppercore are sooo heavy, i mean the stainless ones are heavy too, but not as heavy.
and better priced

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

they are not 20% off at BBB, i am 99.9% sure they are excluded in the fine print

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Hmmm... that's good to know. However, Lenox is also excluded and they let my grandma use it on our China anyway.

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

I bought these pots, i bought a 13 piece set.

FMIL's neighbor gave us a fortunoff friends and family discount for a weekend to use there, and low and behold i called up and it was not excluded...only exclusion was swiss watches.

So we were able to save the 20%

We bought the set and we bought individual pieces as well. I think they work amazing, we got the stainless steel ones, coppercore are sooo heavy, i mean the stainless ones are heavy too, but not as heavy.
and better priced

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Is THIS the set you got? It's a 14pc set, I didnt see a 13pc one...

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Posted by bluegreen08

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

I bought these pots, i bought a 13 piece set.

FMIL's neighbor gave us a fortunoff friends and family discount for a weekend to use there, and low and behold i called up and it was not excluded...only exclusion was swiss watches.

So we were able to save the 20%

We bought the set and we bought individual pieces as well. I think they work amazing, we got the stainless steel ones, coppercore are sooo heavy, i mean the stainless ones are heavy too, but not as heavy.
and better priced

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Is THIS the set you got? It's a 14pc set, I didnt see a 13pc one...

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oops its this one link


We bought the lasagna pan, a big 14 inch fry pan, and a few other pans as well, some nonstick pans too and a big stockpot for soups and sauces

I havnt opened them but my FMIL bought a set and i live with them now, and have used them to cook alot. ours are boxed up still.

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

oops its this one link


We bought the lasagna pan, a big 14 inch fry pan, and a few other pans as well, some nonstick pans too and a big stockpot for soups and sauces

I havnt opened them but my FMIL bought a set and i live with them now, and have used them to cook alot. ours are boxed up still.

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Thank you, that set looks great. How did you decide between stainless and masterchef 2? do you know how they differ?

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Posted by bluegreen08

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

oops its this one link


We bought the lasagna pan, a big 14 inch fry pan, and a few other pans as well, some nonstick pans too and a big stockpot for soups and sauces

I havnt opened them but my FMIL bought a set and i live with them now, and have used them to cook alot. ours are boxed up still.

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Thank you, that set looks great. How did you decide between stainless and masterchef 2? do you know how they differ?

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I honestly just compared them, and i wanted the shiny on the outside, the master chef is brushed.
My FMIL got this stuff called bar keepers friend and it shines up the pots like brand new.
Also it says handwashing reccomended for the master chef, and the stainless pots you can put in the dishwasher

HTH

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

I honestly just compared them, and i wanted the shiny on the outside, the master chef is brushed.
My FMIL got this stuff called bar keepers friend and it shines up the pots like brand new.
Also it says handwashing reccomended for the master chef, and the stainless pots you can put in the dishwasher

HTH

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Thank you again, I think we might end up registering for the same ones. Do you plan to handwash them? I think we'd prob handwash even if they are technically dishwasher safe (we handwash our current set)

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Posted by bluegreen08

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Posted by TheFutureMrsM

I honestly just compared them, and i wanted the shiny on the outside, the master chef is brushed.
My FMIL got this stuff called bar keepers friend and it shines up the pots like brand new.
Also it says handwashing reccomended for the master chef, and the stainless pots you can put in the dishwasher

HTH

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Thank you again, I think we might end up registering for the same ones. Do you plan to handwash them? I think we'd prob handwash even if they are technically dishwasher safe (we handwash our current set)

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No i would only handwash the ones that have the nonstick coating, i am real lazy lol