Details
Product Specs & Technical Highlights
- Primary SKU / Model ID: ISS-SCE-4QT / COOK-4L-SCE-ISS
- Material Construction: Professional 5-Ply Clad 18/10 Stainless Steel
- Core Material: 4 layers of highly conductive aluminum for rapid thermal response.
- Exterior Finish: 430 Stainless Steel (Induction Compatible)
- Heat Rating: Oven and Broiler safe up to 800°F.
- Capacity: 4 Quarts (Ideal for large batch reductions and blanching).
- Total Weight: 3.1 lbs (Balanced for professional agility).
- Dimensions: Total Length: 18.5” | Total Diameter: 8.5” | Total Height: 6” | Depth: 5” | Cooking Surface Diameter: 7.5”.
- Handle Design: Stay-cool hollow-core stainless steel, riveted for lifetime durability.
- Compatibility: Optimized for Induction, Gas, Electric, and Glass cooktops.
- Manufacturing Origin: Crafted in Italy or the USA.
- Maintenance: Dishwasher safe, though hand-washing with specialized stainless cleaner is recommended to maintain the mirror finish. Always add salt to boiling water to prevent pitting.
Chef Feedback & Trade-offs
In a commercial kitchen, the 800°F rating is not a luxury; it is a necessity for pans that live on the back of a range under high heat. The weight-to-balance ratio is specifically tuned for 'the flip'—the ergonomic handle shape prevents the pan from rotating in your hand when wet or greasy. While heavier than domestic 3-ply pans, the added mass ensures heat retention when cold liquids are added, preventing the temperature 'crash' that ruins the texture of grains.
When We Recommend the Made In 4-Quart Saucepan
Who it Fits Best
This is for the hybrid user: the home cook who finds 2-quart pans too small for family meals, and the pro-line cook who needs a pan that won't warp under 12-hour high-heat cycles.
Where it Excels
It is unbeatable for tasks requiring high thermal mass and even distribution, such as cooking thick polenta, reducing tomato-based sauces without burning the edges, or deep-frying small batches.
Professional Comparisons
It offers superior side-wall heating compared to All-Clad's entry-level lines while being significantly more affordable than copper-core alternatives with nearly identical thermal response.
Chef Feedback
"The handle angle is the standout. It is positioned to provide leverage when the pan is full of liquid, which reduces wrist strain during a long shift."
Trade-offs & Considerations
The 5-ply construction makes this heavier than budget cookware. If you have limited wrist strength, you will likely need two hands when the pan is at its 4-quart capacity.
Additional Info
| SKU | ISS-SCE-4QT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Made In |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | COOK-4L-SCE-ISS |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
| Volume | 4 qt. |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $179.00 |
