- Does it have temperature settings?
- No. It is a standard kettle with a single boil setting, so it suits tea and coffee that want boiling water rather than green tea or pour-over brewing at lower temperatures.
- What is it made of?
- A stainless steel body on a chrome base, with SMEG's retro ball lever handle. The steel interior means limescale will show and should be descaled regularly.
- How does it compare with other SMEG kettles?
- This is the standard model. SMEG's variable-temperature kettle adds selectable heat settings for different drinks; this one keeps the same retro shape with simpler controls.
- Is it worth it over a cheaper kettle?
- If you want the 1950s SMEG look on your counter, yes. If you only want fast boiling water, a plain kettle does the same job with fewer features to pay for.
- Does it match other SMEG appliances?
- Yes. It is part of the 50's Style line, so it is designed to sit alongside SMEG's retro toaster and other matching appliances.
- How do I deal with limescale?
- Descale with a citric acid or vinegar solution as scale appears. In hard-water areas that means fairly often, since the steel interior shows buildup.
- Where is the SMEG 50's Style Standard Electric Kettle cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $129.97, 43% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the SMEG 50's Style Standard Electric Kettle?
- 7 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Tattahome, Macy's, Crate & Barrel, Mint Juleps Shop.