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Valued for its heat-retention properties, cast iron makes for a reliable companion in any kitchen—and, when treated correctly, it will last a lifetime. These casseroles from Swiss Diamond are made from cast iron with a smooth enamel glaze for resistance to thermal shocks and scratches Read More
Can someone help me out with the dimension of some of the sizes? How can the 5.6 oval, 6.9 oval and 8.9 oval be virtually the same dimensions at 11" (or 11.3") by 5.1"?
I confirm, "designed in Switzerland" and made "to rigorous standards" in China. After a couple of times being used, I can say it's very well made, very high quality manufacturing.
However only time and repeated use will tell if this is close to a Le Creuset in quality but for now, for the price paid, that's a very good deal.
(Honestly, there is no magic involved; i.e. with the investment in the proper manufacturing capabilities, tooling, trained workers, QC and high quality raw materials, any factory, in any country, can make this type of item, to same quality standard as Le Creuset in France. It's just a matter of deciding to do it)
Need to clear one thing up: No way the depth listed on the 2.65-Quart Round Casserole can actually be TEN INCHES! That would make it nearly twice as deep as the next size up in the range--doesn't make sense.
Depth on a Dutch Oven can be very import when cooking a large, whole chicken--something Dutch Ovens are very good at doing (and something I recommend). The issue arrises when the bird, sitting on top of whatever vegetables you've added to the pot, contacts the underside of the lid. If that happens, the chicken (skin) can stick to the lid. It happened to me once and ever since I've been looking for more headroom in my next pot! Both Staub and Le Creuset offer extra-deep versions of their Dutch Ovens, but they're among the most expensive sizes they make.
As to concerns about this brand, I have several Staubs and Le Creusets Dutch Ovens and one Swiss Diamond enameled griddle pan--I consider them all equal in quality, and if there actually was a ten-inch deep Swiss Diamond available, I wouldn't hesitate for a moment!
D'oh. Just bought a Le Creuset (oval, 5 quarts) dutch oven last week. With a 30% discount (a very rare occurrence, indeed) it was still four times the price of the Swiss Diamond I would have bought here if the drop was active at that time.
I would put these as closer to a Staub quality (which is on par with Le Creuset) as long as you like the handles and the dark interior as opposed to the sand/light interior of some brands. Made in China; however, the enamel carries a lifetime warranty. Lodge steadfastly refuses to warranty the enamel on their pieces.
ColbraMmmhmm, but go ahead and submit a claim on a chip in the enamel, and they will deny with misuse/abuse as the reason. Been there and have heard the same from other customers. Le Creuset and Staub have an image to uphold, so they don't pull that stunt. Swiss Diamond is the same way.