Buying the Esteele on line, so not actually handling it before purchase, is something I very much regret. A fancy kettle at a fancy price, but the handle gets hot and the steam rises across your hand on some angles as you tilt it to pour. I find it heavy, even without the water. Relative to its size, the maximum water level means that it does not boil nearly as much water as you anticipate on first seeing it. The whistle shrieks like a banshee, which is good if you are in the habit of boiling a kettle dry, but too piercing if you are nearby. It...Read more

I was tired of replacing electric kettles as they seem to have such a short life, so purchased the stainless steel Essteele kettle to use on the stovetop. Couldn't be happier. I have an induction cooktop and it boils water just as fast as an electric kettle. The shiny exterior has an easy to polish finish, it whistles when reaches boiling point or you can leave the "whistle" up and keep on low temperature for immediate use anytime. Have had no issues with the kettle at all, handles never overheats and silicone cover on lever for whistle prevent...Read more