de Buyer
de Buyer Fryer Pan
Best high-performance skillet for professional chefs and serious home cooks.
Elevate your culinary creations with this exquisite de Buyer Fryer Pan, expertly crafted in France. This 8-inch pan features a robust construction of 90% outer Copper for superior heat conductivity and a 10% inner AISI 304 stainless steel cooking surface, all within a durable 2mm thick body. It showcases a classic lyonnaise profile, making it ideal for professional frying, searing, and flambéing. The design includes a cold-riveted cast stainless steel handle with a French-style curvature and an innovative ferro-magnetic bottom, ensuring compatibility with induction cooktops. This pan is perfect for high-performance cooking and beautiful presentation.
$485.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
419
/ 2750
#419 in Skillets & Frying Pans
Price vs Category Average
+357%
Above average
Outer Material
90
/ % Copper
Who it's for
- Home chefs seeking professional-grade searing and browning results
- Cooks looking for a lifetime investment piece
- Health-conscious cooks preferring chemical-free cooking surfaces
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks wanting low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe cookware
- Users with limited wrist strength or mobility
- Home cooks who frequently prepare tomato or citrus-based sauces
Performance breakdown
Thermal Conductivity
Copper construction delivers unmatched, lightning-fast heat response for precise temperature control.
Searing Performance
The stainless steel interior creates a perfect, restaurant-quality crust every time.
Induction Versatility
Ferro-magnetic base bridges the gap between traditional copper and modern induction cooktops.
Ergonomic Handling
French-style curvature provides excellent leverage for tossing and professional flambé techniques.
Build Durability
Robust 2mm thickness ensures this pan withstands a lifetime of heavy use.
Maintenance Effort
Requires dedicated hand-washing and copper polishing to maintain its pristine aesthetic.
Key Specs
Outer Material
90% Copper
Inner Material
10% AISI 304 stainless steel
Thickness
2mm
Diameter
8 inches
Handle Material
Cast stainless steel
Bottom
Innovative ferro-magnetic bottom
Induction compatible
Yes
Country of Origin
Made in France
Features
- Lyonnaise profile for professional cooking
- Superior copper heat conductivity
- Durable stainless steel interior
- Induction compatible ferro-magnetic bottom
- Ergonomic cast stainless steel handle
- Ideal for searing and flambéing
- Elegant design for serving and display
- Made in France quality
What customers say
This de Buyer pan earns high praise for its superior cooking performance, driven by excellent heat retention and distribution from its carbon steel build. Seasoning creates a durable, natural nonstick surface, positioning it as a long-lasting, chemical-free cooking tool. Many users value its heavy-duty quality, viewing it as a lifetime investment. While the initial maintenance, including seasoning and rust prevention, presents a learning curve that frustrates some, the consensus is clear: the exceptional, professional-grade results ultimately justify the required effort for serious cooks.
Know before you buy
Yes. While traditional copper pans are not induction-compatible, this model features an innovative ferro-magnetic bottom specifically designed to work on induction surfaces alongside gas and electric cooktops.
No, this pan does not have a nonstick coating. It features a high-quality AISI 304 stainless steel surface, which is ideal for developing a flavorful fond when searing or deglazing.
This pan is not dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed with warm water and mild soap. To maintain the exterior's luster, you may occasionally use a copper polish, though the natural patina that develops over time is also perfectly normal.
The Lyonnaise profile features flared, curved sides that allow moisture to evaporate quickly and make it easy to slide food out of the pan or toss ingredients during sautéing and flambéing.
The cast stainless steel handle is designed to stay cooler than the pan body during stovetop use. However, it will get hot if left over a direct flame for an extended period, so we recommend using a kitchen towel or oven mitt when handling.
The 90% copper exterior provides exceptional, responsive heat conductivity, allowing for precise temperature control. The 10% stainless steel lining provides a durable, non-reactive cooking surface that won't alter the flavor of your food.
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