Comfortable, sturdy handles are an absolute must in a good stockpot, and these are some of the nicest handles I’ve ever seen on a stockpot. I’ve looked at dozens, but the Calphalon remains the best one I know of.

It’s always nice, though, to have one’s opinion backed up by someone as well-versed in the world of cookware as you. Thanks again for stopping by and putting in your two cents’ worth!

Mr. Henry has owned the Calphalon 12 qt. stock pot for years and years. It’s a kitchen essential. He uses it for boiling any pasta more than a single serving as well as for, you guessed it, preparing stock.

The handles are well-designed and the metal conducts surprisingly well for such a lightweight pot. Because you can hold it with one had without spraining your wrist, washing it is easier than washing a LeCreuset enamel.