Viking Culinary 3-Ply Stainless Steel Whistling Tea Kettle, 2.6 Quart, Includes Tempered Glass Lid, Ergonomic Handle, Works on All Cooktops including Induction, Mirror Finish

This teakettle looks like the day it came - shiny and beautiful. It works just as promised - holds up to medium heat without stains on the bottom. You can see the bottom - which is a benefit. I've had colored enamel over metal teakettles in the past which were pretty but the black inside enamel could never really see what was going on with water mineral buildup, etc. This one is gorgeous inside and out and on the bottom too. It is sturdy. The handle is sturdy and does not get hot for me where it is held. I was worried it would be too heavy for me, as I wanted a kettle that could boil at least 8 cups of water at a time for my iced tea routine. But it is not too heavy. Just take care as you would with any amount of boiling water. The lid comes off just fine but it also stays on just fine, so you don't have to worry about it falling off while you're pouring hot water. The whistle part is working really well and seems it will continue to be sturdy also. It does whistle, but after the water is hot and really boiling. You can see inside the clear glass lid when it is starting to get hot, and you can see steam come out of the spout if you briefly open the whistle top. So, you don't have to wait for a whistle to tell you it is hot enough for your coffee and tea. It also stays hot a long while after you've heated up the water, so if you want to boil your water for coffee before you need to use that burner for your other cooking, the teakettle will keep the water hot til you want it a little later. Viking lives up to its great reputation.

I read a lot of reviews; I wanted to avoid rust, I can't stand plastic, I can't stand materials that can contaminate or affect the water.This item:========-High Quality construction.-All Stainless Steel construction; -minus the soft silicone spout tip.-Stainless Steel Handle.-No Paint Option. (Mirror Finish)-Glass top window to see the contents inside.-No plastic (Thank Lord).-Boils fast.-Whistles when ready.-No rusting. (They claim that it doesn't rust; I'm sticking with that)-Simple design.-You feel good that you made a good choice.I honestly didn't even want a kettle, because of all the negativity surrounding them; BUT, this product is worth having. Expensive, but you get a Quality item.

My old kettle stopped whistling and I finally pulled the trigger on getting a new one. I love the modern design and mirror finish; it looks great on my stove and is easy to clean with a soft cloth. Water boils fast and the whistle is not too loud but loud enough to get your attention. Just your basic tea kettle; but it is sturdy and has a timeless design. The handle does get hot (I have a gas range) so I use something to protect my skin when I pick it up. I expect this kettle will last a very long time.

This is good looking and feels well built, but the description alludes to a handle that won’t get hot. Not true at all, I nearly scalded my handed the first use. I had to buy a silicone sleeve to protect myself from getting burned.

6 months on of VERY heavy use .. we probably go through 4 pots at the minimum every day... And this kettle has been great! Still looks great inside and out. I toss it in the dishwasher regularly.Comfortable to pour and the handle is super comfortable.We use stainless steel.

I am a tea lover and a pour over coffee drinker so I use my tea kettle ALOT and needed a quality kettle that wouldn’t cost nearly as much as my monthly mortgage.I have been using this kettle for about a week and overall it’s great. I love the placement and design of the handle! The glass lid secures and comes off with ease. It pours nicely, such that I can even make pour over coffee without water spilling!! It looks great and functions well.My only negative critique is value for the money spent. It is a light kettle and not as sturdy as I thought it would be for the brand and price. It feels a bit cheap. Definitely not a “viking” sturdy kettle but overall it is designed well and looks great. I am only disappointed with the quality for being a Viking brand product and costing nearly 100.00 it doesn’t quite hit the mark.

We have removed the microwave from our kitchen and eating cleanly. I love this teapot as it heats quickly and gets your attention when it is up to temperature. I have a gas stove and yes the handle gets hot (just like the description said). So I use a pot holder to pick it up. No big deal. I find that I’m drinking more green tea than before and that is good!

I can't tell you how many tea kettles I have used up and thrown away for various reasons over the course of my life .... Even some that were pricey .I love this tea kettle everyday I use it. It is sturdy and feels like it will last a lifetime. It has a beautiful finish and feel to the handle. I need one that whistles so I don't let it boil away.. this does. I also like the glass lid so I can tell when it's nearing that boiling point if I want to. It is very easy to wash and keep looking like new. It recommends using medium heat if you want to boil water and I am used to using high. I followed the directions and am amazed how fast It comes to the boil. I am so very glad I bought it and it feels like a treat I gave myself... I know I'm a geek ... and I highly recommend it.