Question About Generation Ii Cookware

[winklermom]

I noticed that there are a couple of items in the Outlet that are Generation II cookware. How are these products in comparison to the Executive cookware that we currently sell? I need a couple of pots but they aren't available in open stock so these would be a great addition to my kitchen collection, or at least, I believe they will. Does anyone have any Gen II and would you suggest getting some of these or would I be better off waiting until I can get an Executive set (not sure when that will be)?

 

[Hunter Mom]

I still use my smaller dutch oven/stock pot all the time. I do put mine in the DW, and think they're a good product even after all these years.

 

[Becca_in_MD]

They had a 2-year warranty when we carried them. I have some customers who still use theirs and it has held up. For others, it has not held up. If I recall, the sizes are a little bit different than the Exec. The Exec is better quality.

 

[raebates]

My son is still using some of my old Gen II. It was good stuff. Though, I like the new stuff better (the rolled edge, sturdier non-stick inside and out, etc.), the Gen II on the outlet would be a great deal.

 

[Cathy pclady]

I gave as Christmas/graduation presents a set of Generation II to both my son & daughter in Dec 2000. Both are still being used today. They grew up with 'Lifetime' Stainless steel pots & pans in my kitchen and they love the Generation II set. Used by many of their new to cooking type friends during college days and still holding up.
I added to their inventory from the outlet from time to time but now that they have actual homes/kitchens of their own, I am slowing replacing with Exec line.... the old sets will be taken to the cottage because they are still usable.

 

[sandilou]

I would say pots -- yes. Skillets -- no. I've had some Genteration II for over 10 years, but I like our Exec SO much better. The skillets have become not non-stick over the years. I always hand wash. Most of my Generation II is in my daughter's kitchen now.

Sandi

 

[chefa]

I have our Stainless but when I need/want non-stick, after 13 years I'm still reaching for my Gen2 pots and pans. LOVE them! The larger dutch oven is perfect for stews and chilis or fruit for canning.

 

[winklermom]

The 6 qt. open stock pot looks like it could be considered a Dutch oven. Is it one and the same? My biggest concern is that is lists the pot only and no lid. ): The Petite Saucepan does state that it comes with the lid.