Most noticeably, the Premier Stainless steel features a brushed finish, whereas the Tri-Ply Stainless steel is styled with a polished, stainless steel exterior and a satin interior. Also, the Tri-Ply cookware line has triple-riveted handles for secure handling while the Premier line has two.
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FAQ
Which is better Calphalon Classic or Premier?
MineralShield nonstick technology, now available across the Calphalon Premier™ collection, is made from some of the Earth’s hardest minerals and is five times more durable than before (vs. the previous generation of Calphalon Classic™ Nonstick).
What does tri-ply mean in cookware?
Triply cookware is made of three-ply material which is basically three layers sandwiched together. Most often this is an inner layer of stainless steel, middle layer of aluminum and an outer layer of stainless steel. But metals like copper are also used in place of aluminum.
Are tri-ply pans worth it?
Tri-ply pans are more lightweight, and because there is less metal for the heat to get through, these pans tend to heat up faster. Five-ply pans are heavier and take slightly longer to heat up, but they retain and distribute that heat much better.