I don't want to suggest that this is the "best" stockpot or even imply it's better than some less expensive offerings. In fact, I'm quite positive with a little time spent web sleuthing, I could be just as pleased spending just a quarter of the money. BUT...
I must say that All-Clad is the first name I checked out. Since 1997, my wife and I have been cooking on All-Clad stainless steel line (which refers to the finish -- it features All-Clad's signature aluminum core construction), and all of that gear is holding up remarkably well, with daily use and regular scourings. This pot is no different, with the same aluminum core, low-polish stainless exterior (not exactly mirror bright, thank goodness), and easy-to-clean interior that handles Brillo pads and Barkeepers Helper without complaint.
The sign of any good stockpot -- this one included -- is a good amount of base material to facilitate even heat spread. The cheap pots with thin bases that develop hot spots not only require constant stirring and undue patience, they're a pain to clean all the burnt-on muck off the bottom. This one features an extremely thick steel-aluminum sandwich base plate, that heats up quickly and simmers really well, without a bunch of micro-adjustments to the flame.
The other sign of a good stockpot is a tall, narrow profile -- to control the rate of boil-off and ensure all of the ingredients are absorbing the natural flavors rising from the bottom. There's a trade-off with this pot: if you're dealing with smaller quantities, this pot is too wide and, in fact, annoyingly tall. For those instances, a narrower pot is in order. For larger quantities, pickings are slim, but this fits the bill. The pot measures about 12 inches across, and is a bit more than 10 inches tall. It easily handles whole chicken and turkey carcasses.
There's no flex to the sides -- which are "normal" thickness, i.e. quite a bit thinner that the fat base -- so even when I'm lifting the full, heavy pot off the cook top, the riveted handles always feel sturdy, and I don't expect any failures *ever* just like with our long-serving braiser and soup pot. My biggest criticism of this type of handle is cleaning the discoloration that eventually develops around the rivets -- but that's just a petty grievance.
For a reason I'm not aware of, this 16 quart pot is a rare beast, with no presence on All-Clad's website, nor many of the other All-Clad retailers. While the price tag on this pot is "reasonable" in the All-Clad price scheme (and there are certainly more expensive stockpots out there), I again want remind you that, before clicking "Buy Now," there are more competitively priced stockpots to choose from that are almost certainly of equal quality.
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Cooks like the prosWith 3 bonded layers of stainless steel and responsive aluminum, this collection gives cooks the fast and even heat distribution they need to sear, sauté, and simmer for better cooking results. |
Lasts a lifetimeHandcrafted in our Canonsburg, PA factory, our D3 cookware is made using ultra-durable stainless steel made in the USA that won’t warp or tarnish, so it’ll cook like new for years. |
Compatible with all cooktopsGas, electric, or induction, the D3 Collection works with all kinds of cooking surfaces, to give you the ultimate versatility. You can even put it in the oven or broiler (up to 600°F). |
Easy to cleanTo keep your All-Clad D3 pieces looking like new, we recommend washing your cookware with mild detergent and sponge instead of the dishwasher. After all, you may just want to hold it a little longer. And thanks to its mirror-polished surface, it’ll look pristine, meal after meal. Check our website for more cleaning tips. |
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Five decades of excellenceWe started making bonded cookware back in 1971, combining our founder’s deep knowledge of metallurgy and love of cooking. Since then, we’ve been often mimicked but never matched. |
Bonded, Engineered, & Assembled in USAOur fully bonded cookware is handcrafted by skilled craftspeople using the finest materials and revolutionary bonding processes, at our mill in Canonsburg, PA where we started it all. |
What we stand forOur mission is to deliver superior performance and durability to help cooks of all skill levels cook at their best. |
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| size | 8-Quart | 8 QT - Stock Pot | 10 QT - Rondeau | Stock Pot (8-Quart) | 3 quart | 7 quart |
| capacity | 7.57 liters | 8 quarts | 10 quarts | 8 quarts | 3 quarts | 7 quarts |
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High quality 8qt pot!
Received in good condition, with the All-Clad original box. You can feel the quality once you open the box and grab the pot. I highly recommend it.
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