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TheLittlestTiefling t1_ix8xm05 wrote

Honestly I'd just put it on your registry anyway, and make it clear that people can pool big ticket items if they want - that way it'll give people the option to just give money without giving money, if that makes sense. If you really do feel uncomfortable about it then tramontina and Calphalon are both good stainless steel brands that won't break the bank - I think Costco had the Calphalon set for less than $300

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Ella0508 t1_ix8z316 wrote

The cheap Calphalon won’t last a lifetime. Several huh-quality brands have cheaper versions. And the pre-boxed sets are usually not best for most cooks’ needs. Buy open stock. High-end Calphalon or All-Clad for me.

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GuyKnitter t1_ix9svax wrote

We’ve have Tramontina tri-ply clad cookware and it has been excellent. It was the “affordable” alternative to All-Clad on America’s Test Kitchen and I would absolutely but the set again. We did add non-stick skillets later. As for ethics, both Tramontina and Groupe SEB (owns All-Clad) have stated policies that include diversity and inclusion and ethical labor standards.

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UCCheme05 t1_ixa3k8t wrote

For Tramontina, just need to ensure the pans are made in Brazil, not one of their lines made in China

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