Amazon.com Customer Reviews
Superb low-sided non-stick 10" pan. This is the one. Stop looking and buy it. - Review written on September 16, 2008
Rating: 5 out of 5
My wonderful non-stick Wegman's pan finally just wasn't doing the job anymore - unfortunately they no longer make the same one - it was very high quality non-stick, solid heavy and could be moved from stove top to oven if desired. Clearly having one very very good skillet is an essential, and much more useful than an assortment of lesser tools.
After a fair amount of research I decided to try out this Calphalon model. It was very similar to one that I bought for my father a few years ago, except in a larger 10" format. And, this pan does not disappoint - not one bit.
Amazing non-stick surface. It also has super nice heavy construction that holds a very consistent temperature. Some people have taken away a star or half due to the pan's weight - the weight is a benefit, truly. I don't have to hold the handle while stirring or flipping the food. Not many pans can boast that, leaving my other hand free to hold my plate or bowls with ingredients.
Even with eggs over easy, I can get away without using any oil/butter at all if I'm a bit careful. But I'd probably recommend using just the very slightest amount. And I definitely don't bother using any with scrambled eggs, etc. It also does a great job on pancakes and grilled chicken breasts.
This pan is an excellent value, and I expect it to last at least 5 years of regular use. Even if I replace it every 3-4 years, I really don't care - it's a great pan.