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Stanley Rogers French Oven Grill Duo 28cm/6.5L Bordeaux review

Stanley Rogers French Oven Grill Duo 28cm/6.5L Bordeaux

CHOICE Expert Rating

68%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Self basting spikes in the lid.
  • Comprehensive instructions as well as online.
  • Enamel cast iron handles are secure as they are moulded to the bowl.
  • 50 year warranty.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Borderline ease of use.
  • D-shaped handles on the sides of the lid have limited grip, lid handles overhang the side handles on the bowl.
  • Can be difficult to grip the lid handles when using an oven mitt.
  • Lid is heavy.
  • Significant wear and tear of enamel on handle, large chunk of enamel removed from pot handle but not inside the cooking area.
  • Lifting with a heavy load may not feel secure.
  • Lid only OK to clean, there are some crevices that can trap residue.
  • Black interior can be difficult to determine whether your food is browning in the pan due to the lack of contrast and dark walls.
  • Large heavy round shaped Dutch oven is only OK to clean in a domestic sink.
  • Interior surface may need oiling after washing, due to discolouring.
  • Initial seasoning is a process but fairly easy to do, upkeep is needed overtime such as oiling.
  • Acidic foods weaken the seasoning avoid cooking these foods until the cookware is very well seasoned.
  • Lid handles can become dangerously hot.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
68%
Performance score
95%
Brown rice score
95%
Bolognaise score
95%
Oven baked bread score
95%
Chilli beef score
100%
Ease of use score
50%
Boil time (min:sec)
3 min 24 sec

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Surface temperature of lid knob (°C)
85
Surface temperature of side handle (°C)
79
Weight (kg)
8
Weight without lid (kg)
4.8
Stated volume (L)
6.5
Measured useable volume (L)
5.2
Base thickness (mm)
7
Measured external diameter of base (cm)
25
Seasoning instructions before first use
Wash pan in hot, soapy water, rinse, then dry thoroughly. Brush a little vegetable oil over the inside enamelled surfaces of the pan. Heat it at a low temperature for a few minutes then remove any excess oil with a soft cloth or paper towel.
Warranty
50-year guarantee against defects from date of sale
Country of origin
China
Website
stanleyrogers.com.au

Cost

Price
$399.00

Features

Shape
Round
Dishwasher safe
Oven safe (up to °C)
250
Steam vent
Bowl material
Enamelled cast iron
Body material
Enamelled cast iron
Lid handle material
Moulded cast iron enamel side handles
Interior colour
Black
Lip or spout
None

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