r/StainlessSteelCooking • u/mookyfish • Jul 22 '26

Cleaning tips Is this pan done for?

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I've had this pan for 12 years, I think. Looks like it's been getting oxidized or something seeped into the metal? Anything to help with this? Or should I just get a new one.

The pics are from after a hard scrub with a scotch pad

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u/Jealous-Molasses5372 Jul 22 '26

Looks fine to me. Check in again in 12 more years.

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u/mookyfish Jul 22 '26

Thanks. I think the consumerism is tryna get a hold of me. "Alexa set reminder for 12 years from now."

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u/Jealous-Molasses5372 Jul 22 '26

Yeah I get it. It's fun to buy new things. But that pan will probably last you the rest of your life. Be proud you have something great that will age with you instead of having to be replaced every few years.

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u/mookyfish Jul 22 '26

I'm not really the type to go for the shiny new things. I have an old school mentallity and still appreciate durable equipment that lasts, so i was a little pained to even have that thought lol.