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HSN Today's Special

coffee drinker — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:10:01 GMT

They have a very nice 4.5 qt cast iron braiser for $35 plus shipping. If I didn't have something similar, I'd buy it.

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Desertdi — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:54:11 GMT

$34.99 I don't see the diameter listed, tho. I prefer 12" for a large pan.

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AmazonMom — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:02:46 GMT

Here are the dimensions:

Pan - Approx. 15.25"L x 12.25"W x 3"H, 12.25" Diameter; Lid - Approx. 2.75"H x 12.25" Diameter; Handle Covers - Approx. 4.5"L x 2.16"W x 0.78"H each

I might buy it.

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cindyNC — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:22:04 GMT

I was thinking of buying it also. Just wondering how heavy it is. They don't really give much information about the non-stick coating.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:38:18 GMT

It's tempting but I haven't heard anything about the weight. That's a concern for me.

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coffee drinker — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:46:23 GMT

@cindyNC The guy said you could use metal utensils, so I guess that's a good thing. I'm going to think on it for a few hours instead of caving too soon to purchase and I'm also concerned about the weight . Like I said in the OP, I don't need another pan -- I have a LeCreuset similar that I don't even use. I

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cindyNC — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:15:57 GMT

@coffee drinker I saw him using metal utensils also. But then I read the specifications.....

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JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:26:35 GMT

I did an online chat with HSN. According to the agent, the weight is about

11 lbs.

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AmazonMom — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:32:17 GMT

11 LBS....That seems pretty heavy.

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wagirl — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:50:22 GMT

I love the size and depth but it would be too heavy for me. The price and colors ar great!

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JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:55:20 GMT

@AmazonMom wrote:
11 LBS....That seems pretty heavy.

I agree. Imagine it filled with mac & cheese, beef stew, or some other casserole. Too heavy.

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AmazonMom — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:22:38 GMT

Yeah, IDK....might have to pass.

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AmazonMom — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:28:36 GMT

Looks like they just added the weight to the specs:

Weight: approx. 9 lbs.

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coffee drinker — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 20:50:22 GMT

@cindyNC @AmazonMom @JeanLouiseFinch Too heavy for me. You all saved me $35 + shipping. Thank you.

I taped the 10 am show and am watching now 4:45 pm. They just said it was less than 10 lbs. Based on @JeanLouiseFinch I'll go with her truth. I do like it though, so before I cave, I'll turn off the TV.

ETA @AmazonMom didn't see your above post. I'm tempted again.

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AmazonMom — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 21:09:09 GMT

I have been going back and forth all day...decisions, decisions...

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Icegoddess — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 21:11:59 GMT

What exactly is a Brasier? I know, you can do all sorts of things in it, probably don't need any other piece of cookware. But, what was it's original purpose?

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Skyegirl21 — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 23:18:35 GMT

I am tempted. It's a good price and good depth- I cook almost everyday. You can use it on the grill too- Hmmmmm....

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coffee drinker — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:09:50 GMT

The next day update -- I practiced restraint and did not purchase. Boy, was that hard, but a start at control.

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Starpolisher — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 14:35:00 GMT

@coffee drinker wrote:
The next day update -- I practiced restraint and did not purchase. Boy, was that hard, but a start at control.

I had this in my cart and thought I'd ordered it. Thought it was a good price. Well, today I look and I never did place the order! I guess the universe said, "you don't need this after all" Oh well!

Today it is back up to $62.95

I have no will power!