A versatile piece featuring a large surface area for searing with straight sides to hold in liquid and prevent splattering 5ply bonded construction with stainless steel aluminum and a thick copper core for fast and even heating warpfree strength and ultimate responsiveness Highly polished stainlesssteel cooking surface offers superior stick resistance for easy maintenance with flared edges for dripfree pouring Longer riveted stainlesssteel handles contoured for a comfortable grip and vented to stay cool with stainlesssteel lid to match Compatible with all cooktops including induction and oven and broilersafe up to 600F