Sales Rank: 44


Features:

Dishwasher-safe

Constructed from brushed stainless steel

Locks in closed position for easy storage

Cushioned, nonslip handles and thumb rests

Large hanging loop for easy storage

Average Rating:
Rating: - An inexpensive, indispensable tool
I own tongs by other makers, including a beautiful but heavy pair from All-Clad. The Oxo ones (12" and 16") have perfect weight, balance, sure grip and spring tension. They're useful for far more than just turning or lifting. I reach for these Oxo tongs daily and use them for stirring and moving food around while cooking -- they're a terrific one-item substitute for a spoon or spatula in many applications. The diswasher doesn't hurt them. If I had to settle for just one tool to use in the pot or pan or on the grill, this would be it -- it even goes in my suitcase when I travel.

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Rating: - Is it possible to love a cooking tool this much?
My mother-in-law gave me these tongs for Christmas 2002 and I telephoned her last week to let her know they are my favorite gift - - I use them every day and I love them! They feel so good in your hand, the mechanism holds together great - - no frustrating slips! - - and they pick up and turn everything with ease, without piercing or slipping. It has been nearly four months and they look, feel, and work great. Even if the mechanism does break in the near future, and they need to be replaced, they are still a bargain and I feel they are worth it! To be quite honest, they rarely make it back into the gadget drawer because I use them so often they can always be found in my dish drainer/drying rack (I don't have a dishwasher).

Using these tongs makes me feel just a bit more "chef-like"...I imagine I am on the TV food network creating scrumptious meals. Bam! Cooking is fun again and who would have thought a little stocking stuffer set of tongs could do that?!?!

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Rating: - A must have
I have been using these tongs for a few months now and I really like them. If you like to cook then a set of tongs are a true "must have". You just can't manipulate food the same way with just a fork, spoon, or spatula. It's almost like using your hand. These tongs are from OXO, a company which is known for making good kitchen tools. They are a well made, solid, high quality item. The spring action of the arms is smooth, easy to open and close. The part that touches the food is wide and has no sharp edges. The grips are covered in soft rubber, which is a signature feature of OXO products. The locking mechanism keeps the tongs closed when you put them away and there is a hole on the end for hanging on a hook. I have handled other tongs in the store and I don't like them as much as these. In short, these tongs are a great version of an essential tool. I highly recommend them.