All-Clad Stainless 3-Quart Saute Pan with Loop

this is one of the most-used pans in my arsenal. from searing steaks or tuna to cooking risotto to spaghetti bolognese, i come back to this pan again and again. like any all-clad pan, it's built tough - 18/10 stainless on the inside and out, with a layer of aluminum in the middle. this also means it heats almost perfectly evenly - a must for a pan of this nature. and it cleans up very easily (though a can of barkeeper's friend is essential for any stubborn food stains). the only qualm i have is the main handle, which is relatively thin and can make the whole pan somewhat unstable when lifting it when it is full. mine came as part of a set, which included a 10" fry pan and a 3qt saucepan, both of which are also very useful. i think the whole set cost $275 or so.