OXO Good Grips Small Silicone Flexible Turner

What it is

A small silicone flexible turner with a soft, non-slip handle. The flexible head slides beneath delicate food, and it is safe for non-stick cookware and bakeware. The heat-resistant silicone is bonded to a flexible stainless steel core rated up to 600F, so it holds its shape under a full pan. It measures 11.25 by 3.25 inches, weighs 3.17 ounces, and goes in the dishwasher. OXO backs it with the Better Guarantee, repair or replacement.

Who it is for

For a kitchen that cooks eggs, fish, pancakes, and cookies, and for anyone who wants one turner that is gentle on non-stick pans.

What to check before you buy

• Durability is the main flag. Buyers reported the silicone cracking and the metal breaking through after about 1 to 2 years of daily use, some as early as about 4 months, while others had theirs last 10 years.
• Do not leave the handle resting on a hot pot or pan edge. It can melt.
• Size gets mixed reports. Some buyers find it too wide, others too small or short for frying, so check the 11.25 inch length against your pans.
• In US kitchen language this turner is what most people mean by spatula, so if you were looking for a spatula, this is the one.

Why it pairs with our kitchen

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