Showing posts with label stainless steel. Show all posts
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Monday, June 25, 2012

Thermos Nissan 48 Ounce Wide Mouth Stainless Steel Lunch Tote Review

Thermos Nissan 48 Ounce Wide Mouth Stainless Steel Lunch Tote
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I got this thermal lunch jar tote as a Christmas gift last year. I have to say, that after testing it for almost 1 year, it has really paid off!! I prefer hot lunches and food stays HOT !!! You have to preheat all the containers by filling it with boiling water, and the jar itself with boiling water. Close all lids. It should preheat for at least 10 minutes. I usually take 15 - 20 minutes making my lunch, so the soup/stew, rice, vegetables etc. are all piping hot. Then I dump all the water, dry the containers, and start filling them, and stacking them in the correct order.
With preheating, my food stays HOT. Many times this year, I didn't get to eat lunch until 2:30 or 3pm. The food was definitely hot (still had steam coming out of it). The very top container, is not steaming hot, but is warm (which means it's perfect for fruit or veggies or snacks). The other 3 containers are hot.
I find this comparable to Mr. Bento from Zojirushi. And they both hold about the same amount of food. The difference?
Mr. Bento comes with chopsticks and a large lunch sak to carry the thermos lunch. The Nissan Stainless lunch tote comes with a spoon in the holder, and it has carrying straps, but no lunch sak to put in as a carrier. Sometimes having a lunch sak to carry it is nice.
I found one of those draw string backpack at Target for $3, and it works really nicely as a lunch bag. It fits the Nissan Thermos wide mouth lunch tote, an extra set of chopsticks, napkins, and another small ziploc container of fruit for dessert.
I do not recommend dairy products. You may get food poisoning by packing dairy items, and spoiled dairy smell is always hard to get out of plastic containers.
All in all, 5 stars! I'm so happy I have 2 sets of lunch jar totes!

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For over 100 years consumers have trusted Thermos brand products to keep their foods and beverages hotter, cooler and fresher. Today this tradition continues with an array of products for every purpose.The Wide Mouth Lunch Tote has an unbreakable 18/8 stainless steel interior and exterior and will withstand the demands of everyday use.The Thermax vacuum insulation virtually eliminates temperature change by creating an airless vacuum space between two stainless steel walls.The result is an insulation layer that performs better than any other.A superior insulated container you can depend on to keep your food and beverages hotter, colder, fresher, longer.

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Friday, April 6, 2012

6 oz. Stainless Steel Hip Flask (Pkg. of 5) Review

6 oz. Stainless Steel Hip Flask (Pkg. of 5)
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My new 6oz stainless steel flask (set of 5) arrived last week. The only true way to test flasks is... yes... you guessed it... fill these bad boys up and pound down some liquor like it owes you money.
Got my friends together (set of 4) and filled each flask with 100 proof rum. Yeah, play time is over, this test will not be for the faint of heart. Amateurs need not apply. Allow me to introduce the 5 players in this test. I will use descriptive nicknames to avoid damaging fragile friendships.
#1 - The cry baby - He drinks and feels sorry for himself. Almost to the point where you want to cry with him... almost.
#2 - The fighter - He drinks and wants to fight everyone. With no takers, he generally ends up punching a wall at the end of the night to prove his manhood.
#3 - The sleeper - Generally this individual needs to be carried to the car at the end of the night. Mumbles a lot.
#4 - The daredevil - The more liquor in him the more he thinks that jumping off the roof with a table cloth parachute is a really good idea. ANYTHING is possible with the proper Liquor / enthusiasm ratio.
#5 - Me - Normal - I console the cryer, Calm down the fighter, control the daredevil, and carry the sleeper to the car.
We assembled at my house. Thus ensuring there would be no drinking and driving. The test began very positive. 40 minutes in we had to refill the flasks. We looked and felt soooo cool using our flasks. Sophisticated. The sophistication ended at approx. 1 hr. and 15 minutes.
Cry baby started with the whole woe is me and look at my pathetic life rhetoric. The tears began to flow. The fighter punched him in the face in order to, in his own words, give him something to cry about. Daredevil decided that jumping off my back wall onto the trampoline would get some, quote, "big air". He bounced into the side of the house like a slab of beef. I laughed and was promptly beaned in the face from his half full flask. He throws harder than I thought.
I released a few obsenities at the top of my lungs and then swung into action. I did not want to be left out of the "Hey look at me" escapades. I kicked a dozing sleeper out of his chair and then pointed at the daredevil. Sleeper went after him immediately.
Crier and fighter wrestling on the ground. Sleeper and daredevil yelling at each other. Me, standing there proudly, with a very large flask induced bruise on the side of my face.... now swollen.
Apparently the neighbors were concerned and called the police. All fun ended when they arrived at 1 hr 20 minutes into flask test. Unfortunately, fighter answered the door. He got one drunk wild swing in before the beating began. I found myself cheering him on. It did not help him in his efforts to defeat multiple police officers. At least he got his own police car, the rest of us were doubled up. I rode with crier. A good thing. The other car went to the hospital first. The police officers had bet daredevil he couldn't fit his whole fist into his mouth. he knocked out two teeth forcing that sucker in.
All the flasks were retrieved with our personal effects the next day.... after arraingment.
They still looked new!!! Awesome flasks. Took a beating and still looked new.
We were all pleased with the results and are planning to test these wonderful flasks again, soon. Hopefully at someone's house that does not have a trampoline.

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Set of 5 units.Its durable construction makes this stainless steel hip flask suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.The Matte-Satin finish ensures that it won't draw excessive attention in the presence of prominent lighting, and the screw-down cap keeps contents secure.Easily transportable 6 ounce capacity.

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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Steeltek Basic Stainless-Steel Bath Accessory Review

Steeltek Basic Stainless-Steel Bath Accessory
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This began rusting after a week and a half. Sure, go ahead -- put soap in it. Just make sure it's nowhere near any water. The description says "18 percent chrome for corrosion-resistance." That sounds about right. Soon it'll be 18 percent rust-free and 82 percent... well, not so much.

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This 18/8 stainless steel bath accessory is perfect for every bathroom. Holes insoap dish allow for water to drip through and air to circulate around the soap, eliminating the chance of slimy soap excess! Whether it is a half bath, kids bath, guest bath or master bath, the Basic Collection offers durable long lasting product for a great price. Includes a lifetime warranty

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Friday, March 2, 2012

Handi Drink 17 oz Pink Review

Handi Drink 17 oz Pink
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This is a piece of junk. The size and threading on the neck of the half-liter bottle make it incompatible with every other half-liter water bottle in the world -- WHY??? The neck's too narrow for the bottle to get clean in the dishwasher (not that it mentions dishwasher safety at all). The instructions consist of a vague little diagram showing how you "snap" the two pieces together, but it's flimsy at best. The cap has a rubber gasket instead of a lid, guaranteeing it will leak if not perfectly upright. The so-called belt clip is a cheap plastic hook, so the bottle would swing wildly from your hip.

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The compact, portable Guardian Gear? Handi-Drink keeps pets supplied with fresh water on the go. Ideal for walks, hikes, car rides, camping, and trips to the beach. The patented rubber flow-control valve in the cap prevents leaks, spills, and backwash contamination. The easy-to-use, handheld design includes a plastic 17-oz water bottle, dispenser tray, and cover. Simply snap the bottle upright into the tray and squeeze the bottle to dispense water into the tray for the dog to drink. It includes a convenient belt clip and carrying strap. The bottle folds into the tray for easy portability. The Handi-Drink includes a Guardian Gear? brand hangtag with use instructions. Available in Blue, Hot Pink, and Lime colors.

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Sunday, February 26, 2012

New Wave Enviro Stainless Steel Water Dispenser Review

New Wave Enviro Stainless Steel Water Dispenser
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Although I been purchaseing products for well over decade from Amazon, I never written a review for Amazon before.. till now.
Just an aweful product.
This is a very Cheaply made, badly engineered and aweful quality control for such simple device costing so much for what it is.
As soon as I set this up, it sprung a leak from the spoket that connects to main body of the dispenser.
I tightened the plastic nut that holds the spoket to the stainless steel reservoir as hard as middleaged man can.
The rubber gasket that suppose to prevent leak is not soft enough so it's letting water out about drop per second.
If you happen to bump the spoket accidently, water is leaking everywhere.
Later, I also found another slow leak from the base of reservoir.
The reservoir is made of what looks like thick sheet metal, machine rolled body and stamped in base.
The leak is coming from where the body meets the base.
Stay far away from this product. You been warned.


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Stainless Steel Water Dispenser is a perfect replacement for Porcelain Crocks. Fits 3 or 5 gallon polycarbonate water bottles, or porcelain lid

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Saturday, December 10, 2011

KitchenAid : KFIS25XVMS Refrigerator Review

KitchenAid : KFIS25XVMS Refrigerator
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This refrigerator replaced one of those double door refrigerators that had 5 freezer shelves which were too narrow to accomodate frozen pizzas or a 22 lb turkey. I hated the old fridge. It looked nice, but was pretty useless and impractical.
My new Kitchenaid refrigerator/freezer is great. Food items are clearly visible and there is plenty of storage space on both doors that allow for varied heigths depending on your needs. Electronic controls allows for consistent temp. Vegetable and fruit storage is accomodated with large bins and coldcuts and cheeses have their own storage drawers. There is an alarm that alerts you if the doors are not properly closed and a constant readout indicating temperature. A water dispenser is mounted on an exterior door which I don't use much.
The lower mounted freezer has two deep baskets that hold pretty much everything with an adjustable slide for more efficient storage.
The stainless steel exterior glistens and offers a lot of flexibility re: home decor. The exterior does require a weekly cleaning with stainless cleaner.
I like the quality, performance, and appearance and bought as second similar unit without the water dispenser.


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Flat Smooth Door with Builder Hinge
18.3 Cu. Ft. Refrigerator Compartment Volume
6.6 Cu. Ft. Freezer Compartment Volume
24.9 Cu. Ft. Total Capacity
Door Alarm
External Ice and Water Dispenser
Water Filter and Indicator
Electronic LCD Temperature Readout
Temperature Alarm
ExtendFresh Temperature Management System
RollerTrac Plus System Including 4 Adjustable SpillClean Glass Shelves
Max Cool
ClearVue FreshSeal Humidity-Controlled Crispers
FreshChill Temperature-Controlled Full-Width SatinGlide Pantry Drawer
Dairy Locker
Wine Trivet
4 ClearVue Door Bins (2 Gallon-Size) with Grip Pads
2 Opaque Condiment Holders (In Door)
3 Plastic Freezer Bins
Pull-Out Freezer Drawer with SatinGlide Bins
Type: Freestanding
Style: Bottom Freezer
Size: Standard
Door Style: French Door
Counter-Depth: No
Glass Door: No
Freezer: Yes
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Saturday, December 3, 2011

Dinuba Stainless Steel Water Dispenser 25 Liter Review

Dinuba Stainless Steel Water Dispenser 25 Liter
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I've been using water dispensers for a while and some how they all work fine. The problem with them is that they are made out of plastic. No more than a year and you have to start thinking how to replace the dispenser. Having a water dispenser made out of stainless steel secures me that it will run on the middle and long term. I am pretty sure I made a good decision with this dispenser ... works great!

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Purified water should be stored in either a glass or stainless steel containers to maintain purity. Until now there has not been a good stainless steel alternative. Dinuba Stainless Steel Water Dispensers are imported from Italy and are made of the highest quality 18/10 stainless steel. Originally used to dispense olive oil this beautifully designed stainless steel container is easy to clean with dish soap. The top, reminiscent of antique milk cans, has a large screw top opening and two handles. The dispenser top can remain closed for dispensing because of the built in screw air vent. The vent allows air in without contamination. The spigot/faucet is a push button type and is a stainless steel fitting, water does not come into contact with any plastic. Dinuba's classically designed Stainless Steel Water Dispensers offer convenient, lightweight water transport, as well as stylish countertop or refrigerator dispensing. Ideal for the home environment and more rough and tumble environments where glass is not a good option such as RV, boating and camping........... 25 liters is 6.6 gallons. Overall dimensions are 14 x 14 x 13 inches tall. Stand not included.

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Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Thermos Nissan 16-Ounce Stainless-Steel Food Jar Review

Thermos Nissan 16-Ounce Stainless-Steel Food Jar
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My husband is a telephone lineman in Alaska and works year round. This is the only thermos that has kept food piping hot 6-7 hours after preparing. I have tried to purchase more and have been unsuccessful. If you find a 16 oz thermos by Nissan buy it! you won't regret it.

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The Thermos Food Jar has an unbreakable 18/8 stainless-steel interior and exterior and will withstand the demands of everyday use. The food jar is built with Thermax vacuum insulation to virtually eliminate temperature change by creating an airless vacuum space between two stainless-steel walls. The result is an insulation layer you can depend on to keep food and beverages hotter, colder, fresher, longer. It has a light and compact design, with a large mouth opening that makes it easy to eat directly from the container. A leak-proof lid ensures no mess. Its 16-ounce capacity offers room for ample sustenance on the go.

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Monday, November 14, 2011

Frigidaire Professional Series : FPHC2399KF 36 22.6 cu. ft. Counter-Depth SidebySide Refrigerator Review

Frigidaire Professional Series : FPHC2399KF 36 22.6 cu. ft. Counter-Depth SidebySide Refrigerator
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EDITED to add comments after 6 months of use:
People continue to curse at the stupid design of the water dispenser, and continue to spill water all over the place. Reducing the star rating from original 3 stars to 2. I would NOT recommend this unit, especially for the asking price. If you can find one on clearance, maybe, but again, there is NOTHING special about this that qualifies it to be priced above $1K imo.
ONE year warranty people...that should tell you something right there.
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Replaced a GE fridge with this model:
Due to my space limitations, I narrowed it down to the similar Kitchenaid model (kind of wish I had gone for this), and the Whirlpool at the same level. Bought online sight unseen fwiw.
Honestly, I don't see why the "PROFESSIONAL" designation on this. Nothing about the quality makes me think it's anything other than a very average refrigerator. Cheap, plastic bins just like every other average unit I have seen.
PROS:
- Best thing about this is the good looking AND practical stainless steel finish. It's great really - NO smudging (except on the handles) AND it's magnetic (something rare in SS models).
- "theater" lighting...when you open the doors at night, supposedly it doesn't blind you immediately, but rather gradually, as the lights ramp up
- Has a changeable air filter. I like this...no more arm and hammer boxes taking up space and tipping over. OTOH, another filter to replace.
- External, digital temp controls for both sides. I like the idea of this...but in reality, how often are you going to be changing the temperature? If you have to change it a lot, maybe there is a problem with the thermostat?
- this is a small thing, but I really like that some of the side compartments in the fridge have a non slip surface. Very nice touch. Instead of your jars of jelly sliding around and clanking into each other (except when the door closes, see below), things stay nicely in place.CONS:
- OMG THE DOOR SLAM. This one kills me, and for such a small thing, makes such a big negative impression because it's EVERY time you deal with the fridge. When you close the door, there is NO "cushion" for lack of a better or more technical word. On my very low end GE (and most every fridge out there for that matter), there is a built in governor I guess that slows the speed of the door so it doesn't just slam closed. I think what happens is that the resistance is just greater as you approach the closed position. Whatever that feature is, WP for some reason decided to leave it out on this fridge (maybe none of theirs have this, no idea). It is sooo annoying. We have gotten used to it more or less, and most of the time we carefully and slowly close the door so it doesn't rattle the whole kitchen. But anybody else (who of course is also used to the normal, slower fridge door behavior) closing the fridge door is always startled and usually jumps when the door SLAMS shut with a huge rattle. This is just piss poor design imo, and is a big negative. I am sure we will eventually get used to it, but shouldn't have to.
- another horrible, non standard design implementation re: water dispener. Unless you have an extremely wide cup (think wide coffee mug or even soup bowl/mug, you can't just push your glass into the unit expecting water to hit. Nooooo. Because of the design, any normal rim sized glass will be overshot by the water squirter, so you have to wrap your hand around the glass and then insert, to make up for the space. Never seen another fridge with this problem, and like the door slam issue, because it's so unusual, every time someone not living in our house goes for water, they end up getting it all over them and the floor. That tells you right there it's not just me being picky. I swear they designed the thing and never actually tested it in a real live situation. Inexcusable imo.
Because these two things have relatively easy workarounds, I am not going to go into below average territory. I doubt there is a perfect fridge out there, but I do wish I had gone for the Kitchenaid. I wonder if their engineers made similar mistakes.
3 stars, barely, and that is assuming that this unit will last many years w/o probs.
IMO, look at the Kitchenaid before buying this one.

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Monday, November 7, 2011

BUNN 28696 2.2-Liter Push Button Airpot Coffee/Tea Dispenser Review

BUNN 28696 2.2-Liter Push Button Airpot Coffee/Tea Dispenser
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The look on my mother-in-laws face when she saw "Bunn" and "Air Pot" was priceless. Then she figured out what it was and she was pleased. It was exactly what she asked for though she would have never known its actual name if she were to ever order it herself. She has used it several time hence for family and church activities. It is a safe, effective and tasteful (even classy/professional) way to get hot cocoa or coffee from A to B.

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BUNN is the preferred beverage equipment provider for fine restaurants and other food service establishments because the equipment consistently produces high quality beverages.

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Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Samsung : RSG257AARS 24 cu. ft. Counter Depth Side by Side Refrigerator - Real Stainless Review

Samsung : RSG257AARS 24 cu. ft. Counter Depth Side by Side Refrigerator - Real Stainless
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This model is newer inside than the larger, non-counter depth model RS275ACRS. I returned that model to get this one and am very glad I did.
1. This model has interior LED lights when you open the refrigerator instead of the hotter old bulbs like the 275.
2. I am somewhat compulsive about temperature control. I have two precision thermometers, one in the fridge and one in the freezer compartment. On the RS275ACRS, the temperatures were nowhere near what the external display was reporting them as. On this model, however, the refrigerator is usually within 0.2 deg F of the reported temperature (at coldest setting of 34F, thermometer reports 34.1 whereas the 275 would be all over the place, never lower than 37 or so). In the freezer, this model is rock solid at -10 F when the external display is -14 F. I consider this excellent, as most freezers can't get this low. The 275 was lucky to get to -7 F with the display at -14 F. And yes, I allowed plenty of calibration time and took multiple readings over weeks. So, in my testing anyway, they have definitely upgraded the innards since the 275.
3. This model has the icemaker on the freezer door, not hogging the upper shelves of the freezer, which I love.
4. It is, obviously, slightly shallower than the RS275ACRS, but the markedly improved performance is well worth it to me.
5. Fridge very quiet.
6. External display slightly improved vs RS275ACRS.

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Friday, July 29, 2011

Sunpentown SP-4000 4-Liter Hot-Water Dispensing Pot Review

Sunpentown SP-4000 4-Liter Hot-Water Dispensing Pot
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The ordering process was easy the shipping info was great and it's a fabulous product!! Overall I will recommend to my friends.

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Easily serve hot beverages to a crowd with this electric hot-water dispensing pot. The unit holds up to 4 liters of water, automatically heating it up, then maintaining a boiling-point temperature. Use the hot-water dispenser for making anything from instant coffee, tea, and hot chocolate to soup or noodles. Its user-friendly design includes automatic dispensing at the push of a button, automatic- and manual-reboil buttons, and a 360-degree swivel base for easy access from any direction. Other highlights include boil-dry protection, a stainless-steel gall, an electric stabilizer, a water-volume indicator, and a removable top lid for easy cleaning. The ETL-approved 750-watt hot-water dispensing pot measures 11 by 8-1/2 by 14 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Sanyo U-K170S 1-3/4-Quart Stainless-Steel Electric Kettle Review

Sanyo U-K170S 1-3/4-Quart Stainless-Steel Electric Kettle
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We loved the look of this kettle and liked the easy-to-read water gauge. Its power is 1500 Watts, which is higher than many comparable kettles.This is a big advantage, as it means that it comes to the boil more quickly. (It's well worth checking the power of kettles before buying them. Some are painfully slow!)
For us, though, there was, unfortunately, one problem. We use our kettle for all sorts of purposes, but mainly for making traditional British tea and we found that after a day or so, the tea tasted odd. My adult son was the first to point it out. I didn't want to believe it, as I loved the kettle. But in the end I was unable to deny it any longer. The tea definitely didn't taste right, even to me.
I did some searching online and found other comments about a "metallic" taste and suggestions for eliminating it. e.g. Boil up lemon juice in the water, and so on. I did try that and it did diminish the scale that had already started to build up. But for us, it still didn't solve the taste problem. I don't know whether the scale was what caused it. If so, the kettle might work well for those who live in soft water areas, or who use water filters. It might also be fine for you if you aren't a tea drinker, or fussy about the taste of your tea.
I hate to write anything negative in a review, but feel I owe it to fellow tea-drinkers to point out this problem! We have kept the kettle, because it's still useful and fast at boiling water for other purposes. But we no longer use it for tea-making. Sorry.

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With 1500 watts of power and a concealed heating element, this electric kettle quickly boils up to 7 cups of water, producing hot water for tea, hot chocolate, instant soup, and more--in half the time of a microwave oven. The kettle lifts off its 360-degree swivel power base for cordless pouring, can be set on the power base in any direction, and provides an easy on/off switch under the ergonomically designed handle. For safety, it features automatic shut-off with boil-dry protection to prevent it from operating without water, and to ensure the water doesn't boil away during operation, the unit shuts off automatically once the water reaches a full boil. Side and top water-gauge windows, along with a water-level indicator in ounces and liters, make it possible to see at a glance the amount of water remaining in the kettle. Other highlights include a push-button lid for convenient filling at the sink, a blue LED "on" interior light, cord storage underneath, and a removable and washable mesh filter that extends the life of the kettle and ensures better-tasting beverages. A bilingual instruction manual comes included. Housed in beautiful stainless steel, the electric kettle measures 9-1/5 by 6-4/5 by 10-1/5 inches.

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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Hamilton Beach D50065 Commercial 60-Cup Stainless-Steel Coffee Urn, Silver Review

Hamilton Beach D50065 Commercial 60-Cup Stainless-Steel Coffee Urn, Silver
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I bought two of these for our church, expecting that the commercial-grade would hold up better than the home-grade coffee urn would. We only used them on Sunday mornings and occasionally once during the week. Two months after the one year warranty had expired, they both quit working within a month of each other. (That was how long the home-grade ones we bought for $20 had lasted.) Since the warranty had expired, I took them to a small appliance repair shop only to be told they could not be fixed. I was extremely disappointed in this product!

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Housed in beautiful stainless steel, this commercial coffee urn can brew up to 60 cups of coffee at cup-a-minute speed, making it exceptionally useful for parties, business meetings, and other large gatherings. The unit's "ready" light shows when the brew cycle has completed, while its keep-warm heater maintains an optimal serving temperature. To make life easy, a cup trip handle allows guests to serve themselves with convenient one-hand dispensing. Other thoughtful details include a saucer indent, a water-level indicator, an illuminated on/off light, and a smooth stainless-steel interior that resists build-up for maintenance-free brewing, as well as a three-wire grounded cord and plug and stay-cool side handles for safe transport. When the party's over, dishwasher-safe parts make cleanup a snap. The classic-looking urn measures 12-2/3 by 12-2/3 by 18-4/9 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Zojirushi Stainless-Steel 64-Ounce Coffee Server Review

Zojirushi Stainless-Steel 64-Ounce Coffee Server
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This is a large capacity coffee / tea carafe with a PHENOMENAL ability to hold temperature; even after 8-10 hours, beverages are still warm. This is from Zojirushi's restaurant / hotel line and not really intended for home use; it's expensive and has a funny lid intended to fit directly under a drip coffeemaker. But highly recommended if you want to make coffee once and keep it hot all day.

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Stainless steel coffee server has a patented design

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Saturday, May 7, 2011

Laptop Lunch 320030 Large Double Wall Stainless Steel 17 fl Ounce Drink Bottle Review

Laptop Lunch 320030 Large Double Wall Stainless Steel 17 fl Ounce Drink Bottle
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Note that this review is a "first impression" as I only received this bottle today.
I own several Stainless Steel insulated bottles and I find the quality of this bottle to be disappointing. There isn't really anything terribly wrong, it just doesn't have the solid, sturdy "feel" of the other bottles I own (Thinksport, Thermos, Eco Vessel). Time will tell, I suppose, since I haven't owned it long enough to torture test it.
Size is larger than indicated on Amazon's specs (surprising, since they usually list shipping dimensions and product is usually smaller). Bottle is actually 3" at its widest point (height is correct @ 10"). The description says it's 17oz. Paper that came with it says 20oz. Measuring cup I emptied it into said 500ml (16.9oz filled to the top of the spout), so capacity is less than stated.
All in all it's a good bottle, but not great. Metal parts appear high quality. Plastic parts look and feel cheap. The spout you drink from has rough edges and the larger cap material is quite thin. I haven't "drop tested" it yet, but I would not expect it to hold up to the kind of abuse my poor Thinksport bottle has been subjected to (and survived). In addition it seems a bit large for its capacity, it will have trouble fitting in all but the largest cup holders (fits in my Mazda, but not in my friend's Toyota).
Documentation also warns that this bottle is for use with room temperature or cold beverages only. "DO NOT fill with hot liquids!"
Bottle is NOT dishwasher safe, either.
So would I recommend this product? I suppose if you are a fan of Laptop Lunches products you will find this bottle satisfactory. If you are looking for a better insulated stainless steel bottle I would check out the products from Thinksport, Eco Vessel or Thermos.

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Great for cold drinks. Condensation does not form on the outside of this double-walled water bottle, even though the contents remain much cooler than the temperature outside. This durable stainless steel drink bottle features a tapered design that makes it comfortable to hold and opens in two places for easy cleaning. It comes with a removable inner gasket and can hold 17 -ounce (2 1/8 cups, 475 ml).

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Monday, May 2, 2011

Thermos Nissan 2465 18-Ounce Stainless-Steel Hydration Bottle Review

Thermos Nissan 2465 18-Ounce Stainless-Steel Hydration Bottle
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I enjoy using this bottle a lot. I was initially looking for the 22oz E5 bottle, but it was out of stock everywhere I looked. I purchased this bottle instead and it has worked out well.
I really like video reviews of products that actually let you see the product. Since this bottle did not have a video yet, I thought I would make a video review. I hope it helps you decide if this is right hydration bottle for you too.

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The Thermos 18-ounce stainless-steel hydration bottle is made with TherMax double wall vacuum insulation for maximum temperature retention and is BPA free. Designed to keep drinks refreshingly cold for up to 12 hours, the bottle is made with an unbreakable stainless-steel interior and exterior. A comfortable silicone grip and sweat-proof design means the bottle won't slip from your grasp and it won't leave water rings on surfaces. A hygienic push-button sipper lid has a locking ring to prevent spills. Ideal for water, iced tea, juices, or sports drinks, the thermos will hold up to 18 ounces (500 ml). The container will fit most automotive cup holders, so take it on the go.

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