WMF 07 1112 6040 Gala II Cookware Set, Silver

INDUCTION USE: I purchased these stainless steel WMF Gala II pans specifically for use on an INDUCTION cook top. Three of the 6 pots in this set are of a significantly smaller diameter (5.75") than the full diameter of my induction elements (approx. 8"). The other three of the pots are: two with a 7" bottom diam., one with a 8.5" bottom diam. I have been told by my induction dealer that the burners/elements are most efficient when the diameter of the pan's bottom is as near to the element's diameter as possible. The smaller pans still work, but I have a concern about overtaxing my induction cooktop elements. The bottoms of this set of pans are very SMOOTH/FLAT, which is also important for induction cooking, as ridges or indentations on pan bottoms can cause a buzzing sound. One wants as much of a pan bottom's surface area to be in contact with the cooktop as possible. None of the pans in this set are of a large enough diameter to use on my 10.75" element, but that leaves that element/burner free to use for a 12" skillet or other larger pan/pot.By the way, blue carbon steel pans, enameled cookware (think: LeCrueset) -- any smooth bottomed pans that magnets stick to -- work well on induction.

I like the looks of it, they are clean, I like that there are no items inside the pots to collect food. I have found them difficult to keep clean, items that stick don't come off very easy.

the size a little small

Love them!! Best investment in pots and pans I have made.

Great set and perfect house warming gift. Did font expect anything else from WMF!

So far so good for 2 weeks now.

i felf viking is a better producthard to clean and overheats fast

After a long search, I decided to purchase these pans. I am not sorry--I can now boil water in a couple of minutes versus about 15 minutes with my old 30+ year old pans on my new glass cooktop . I like the design, material cromargan 18/10 stainless steel (not 18/0 SS), SS lids (not glass), weight, welded handles, design/shape, construction, oven safe, dishwasher safe (although not recommended) and quality. The handles stay cool on the pans and lids when using the cooktop. They nest nicely, so they do not take up alot of space. I have one Analon tri-ply pan and one All-Clad pan and these outperform both of these. They are older, so that may be a factor. I also could not afford either of these. This set does not have a frypan/skillet, but I did not want one. At some point, I will have to purchase one or two, but they will probably be either cast iron or carbon steel. TheWMF pans are a good value and I would purchase again. Shop around and you can find a good price (good price on Amazon, but you can do a little better).

Solid made pots, have used them for a year and so far theyve been good

Beautifull & complete

Excelente batería, muy buena calidad. Cocina súper bien y con poco calor.