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The Duromatic Classic is Kuhn Rikon's long-running stovetop pressure cooker, here in a 5-liter (about 0.9 gallon) size with a long single handle. Its spring-loaded valve holds pressure steady and lets you read the setting on the lid stem, and it runs quietly instead of hissing. The aluminum sandwich base spreads heat well and works on induction. It suits cooks who want fast braises, beans and stews without an electric appliance, and it competes with Fissler and WMF stovetop models on build and safety rather than on gadgets.
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Lowest price we've seen: $236.13 on Nov 10 at Kuhn Rikon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
Owners rate the Duromatic line highly for even pressure, quiet running and long service life. Many have used theirs for years and praise the build. The common complaints are weight and the need to replace the gasket periodically.
The Kuhn Rikon Duromatic Classic is a 5-liter pressure cooker, 22 cm in diameter, with a long handle and a smaller assist handle. It cooks food in about a third of the time of conventional cooking, and the shorter cooking times use up to 70% less energy. It operates quietly, without loud hissing.
The body is made of 18/10 stainless steel and is uncoated. A solid aluminum Superthermic sandwich base heats up and retains heat efficiently. The handles and valve housing are black. It works on all heat sources, including induction.
Five safety features are built in: a spring-loaded precision valve, integrated lid locking and three safety release systems. For 5.0 L, the servings guide suggests up to 5 servings. A deep cooker is recommended for soup or joints of meat.
