Category: Buying online

Advice on buying copper from Etsy and eBay

Buying online | February 2, 2020

Weight matters.

Two 28cm sauté pans, both alike in dignity…

Buying online | December 14, 2018

Searching eBay for French copper

I’ve had success finding good deals on eBay for vintage French copper pots and pans, and I don’t mind sharing with you the search terms I’ve used.

Buying online | December 6, 2018

Unpacking a well-packed pan

I had the great good fortune to buy a lovely heavy sauté pan from Harestew, who is very conscientious about packing copper very safely. Take a look at the work of a master.

Buying online | December 2, 2018

Shipping boxes I have known

When you buy copper online, you are relying on the seller to pack it safely so it arrives undamaged. I have examples of great and not-so-great packing, and one that was absolutely disastrous.