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When I bought my first house several years ago, I bought a set of OXO kitchen utensils that were cheap. I didn't do much cooking, so I figured they would get me by. I used them for years, but when I got married, we got got a Calphalon Nylon spatula as a wedding gift. I have since replaced all my OXO utensils with Calphalon Nylon ones. I got the four-piece set and just bought this one as an extra since we use the spoon so often.
It's plastic, so you don't have to worry about it splitting or absorbing bacteria like a wooden one. This spoon is well-constructed; you can scoop a heaping pile of mashed potatoes or other heavy foods without it bending. The handle is fairly thick, so it fills the hand better than many others. The grey strip runs almost the entire length of the shaft and is slightly softer than the black body, so it offers a good grip. But the thing that made me switch everything over is its "unibody" construction. Other kitchen utensils have a shaft that tapers to the scoop which is attached to the handle with an adhesive. The problem is that, over time, the seal between the shaft and the handle can open up a bit, which lets in water whether you're using the dishwasher or washing by hand. The water can be annoying when unloading the dishwasher and, at worst, can become tepid while sitting in a drawer, dripping into your food when you take it out for use. There's nowhere for water to get stuck on these, so you don't have to worry about it.
It has been used at very high temperatures on my stove top and sent through the dishwasher dozens of times and is no worse for the wear (whereas my old OXOs have many grooves in the shaft from sitting on the side of a pot for even a short time). You might pay a little more for these, but they are worry-free and will last as long as you want to use them. I actually got a Calphalon Essentials spatula at one point, but the Nylon line is quite a bit better.
FYI: you can save a few bucks by getting the basic Calphalon 4 Pc. Nylon Utensil Set and picking up the rest on an individual basis as needed.
Pros
Plastic, so more sanitary than wood
Sturdy construction with thick handle
Softer grey on handle gives good grip
Nowhere for water to be accidentally stored
Cons
More expensive than many other spoons
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The spoon exudes a strong chemical odor when when heated up by the food. I'm reluctant to use it anymore.Best Deals for Calphalon Nylon Utensils Spoon
A drawer in our kitchen is full of large spoons, forks, tongs, and spatulas, so many that it's hard to find a specific utensil and pry it from the drawer. This particular Calphalon Nylon Spoon is at the top of Mrs. Spudman's list of favorites. She insisted I hold the spoon and experience its spoonicity for myself. I have to admit that this Calphlon spoon has a special feel and balance that other spoons (also handed to me by Mrs. Spudman) certainly lack.Its handle is just the right thickness for superb handling and comfort, and the ladle part has just the right combination of size and concavity to dish out precise portions of food.
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I love this spoon it doesn't scratch my Calphalon pieces. The dog ate the last one that I had and I had to replace it. You can't go wrong with this spoon in your collection.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Calphalon Nylon Utensils Spoon
Calphalon is probably best known for their chef quality cooking pans (which I also own) but they're starting to make a name for themselves with their supporting cast of cooking tools as well. I've used a broad variety of kitchen utensils over the years from super cheap wood ones to high quality Good Grips. Of them, Calphalon are among the very best. The reason is simple: extremely high build quality. All of the Calphalon utensils are made of high density plastic with slightly softer plastic handles. They are a single piece of forged nylon which makes them extremely durable. I've been using a set for over a year non-stop and they still look new. Because they are nylon, they are hugely resistant to heat and will not easily melt or deform if accidentally left in a hot pot or pan. They also will not scratch your non-stick pots and pans (or even hard anodized pans if you have them). They also each have a small eyelet that will allow you to easily hang them if that's your thing.If you prefer professional kitchen tools, these are for you. For a slightly higher price you get a much nicer tool that will last practically forever. As well made as Calphalon's pot/pan sets, they're premium quality utensils.
Highly recommended.
