r/Coppercookware

Hello everyone,

First of all, I am ESL, sorry for the grammar mistakes.

I am super new to this. I never had a copper cookware or pan in my life. I usually read the tips in this sub, and yesterday I tried 2 of them, and I guess I failed miserably.

Yesterday I used salt + lime juice, and the pan was looking shiny, but the black part didn't come off, so I tried the ketchup and I left on it overnight, and now it looks like this and the black still not coming off.

What did I do wrong? And how can I fix my pan? Did I destroy it?

Thanks for your help!!

I was browsing on Facebook marketplace when I found this sauté pan for 100 bucks. I’m new to copper cookware and aren’t sure if it’s a steal.

Found it on the side of the street hoping I’ve got the jackpot!

thank you!

This Mauviel copper pot was left on the heat too long without any contents.

The inside has sticky black film and discoloration.

The copper exterior is now has slight silver and purple tones.

Suggestions on restoration and continued use?

I have Barkeepers Friend and Mauviel 1830 Copper Brill on hand.

Thanks

I'll add that the spoon is not close to the flame and definitely not left unattended, so don't worry about that. This pan is a Mauviel M'250 CI.

Ok, this is like our 2nd copper cookware item. Got this for a steal today but I have no idea what it is, other than a copper hearth skillet. Don’t see many skillets at all with this bail and handle style.

There is a clear Made Italy stamp but nothing else I’ve found. Copper is fairly thick, rolled rim, but thick enough there are a few stress cracks from being rolled. Wood handle needs to be replaced and it needs to be refined, but I thought it was super cool. Weighs 2 lbs 10 oz

I was wondering if this is tin lined and if it needs to be re-tinned- or if something as simple as a good clean will fix it up?

FWIW I think this is made by Christian Wagner- does anyone know anything about this maker? And if this is even worth restoring?