Anonymous
Post 10/20/2023 08:21     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Can’t speak to other brands, but my Le Creuset is still in perfect shape after 20+ years.

I’m a total cheapskate, but it was worth every penny.


My Le Cruset is in great shape at about 18 years. My mother's is still in good shape after about 55-60 years. She rarely uses it now because it's too heavy for her (she's 91), but I still see it when I go home to visit. She used it regularly for a little over 40 years without a problem.


Mine is about 25 years old and looks great! I’d love to still have it when I’m 91!
Anonymous
Post 10/20/2023 08:16     Subject: Re:Are all Dutch ovens the same?
It's always funny to me when people purport to love something but can't spell it to save their lives.

It's "Le Creuset," folks.
Anonymous
Post 10/20/2023 08:13     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
I got a Food Network brand dutch oven from Kohl's as a gift about 12 years ago and it's still looking and working great.
Anonymous
Post 10/20/2023 07:05     Subject: Re:Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Prices for Lodge at Marshall’s are better than Amazon’s
Anonymous
Post 10/20/2023 00:54     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Anonymous wrote:Can’t speak to other brands, but my Le Creuset is still in perfect shape after 20+ years.

I’m a total cheapskate, but it was worth every penny.


My Le Cruset is in great shape at about 18 years. My mother's is still in good shape after about 55-60 years. She rarely uses it now because it's too heavy for her (she's 91), but I still see it when I go home to visit. She used it regularly for a little over 40 years without a problem.
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 23:15     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Costco has the smaller Le Creusets sometimes
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 19:38     Subject: Re:Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Anonymous wrote:I would only buy Lodge, Le Creuset, or Staub. I like the aesthetics of Le Creuset or Staub better but they will all work the same and will last forever.


+1. I have LC and Staub, but Lodge would be my choice if I wanted a budget pick. It’ll perform just as well as the other two.

Between LC and Staub, I have a slight preference for Staub if you’re looking for a basic 5.5 quart or 7 quart round model. But I own pieces from both and they’re both great.
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 19:17     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Le Cruset cleans up beautifully
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 18:02     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Anonymous wrote:We have Staub and Le Cruiset. Love both.


+1
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 17:59     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
I have a Lodge. Perfect condition. Super affordable. Fun color.

Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 17:56     Subject: Re:Are all Dutch ovens the same?
The Amazon house brand works great.
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 17:22     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
I have both Le Creuset and Lodge. I’d recommend lodge to anyone who isn’t looking for a decoration. Unbreakable, as long as you season it regularly and deeply when needed.Le Creuset is great but a little more finicky and fragile; it sure is pretty though.
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 17:10     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Another no for the Martha Stewart.
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 17:08     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My parents are still using the Le Creuset that they got as a wedding present, and they celebrated their 50th this year.

We got ours 20 years ago and there is not a chip or scratch on it.


We've thrown away the couple of pieces that we got for our wedding. The chipped and rusted under the chip. Our Staub dutch oven is still great though

You should have tested the warranty.
Anonymous
Post 10/19/2023 10:36     Subject: Are all Dutch ovens the same?
We have ceramic Dutch ovens by Emile Henri - they are stove and oven safe and are significantly lighter than cast iron while still having similar heat retention.