Viking 3 Ply Contemporary Stainless Steel fry pans are easy to use because of their angled sides. Their wider opening makes it more convenient for you to stir or remove foods from these Viking frying pans. Get the best of both worlds with Viking's commercial-quality Contemporary cookware at phenomenal prices. Viking Contemporary skillets are made with a 3 layer exclusive blend of stainless steel and a fully enrobed core of fast heating aluminum. The external layer is polished stainless steel. The cooking surface, is made of 18/10 surgical grade stainless steel. This non-reactive top quality stainless steel ensures that your food will never have any metallic or "off" tastes. Viking Contemporary cookware handles are curved for easy lifting and have a deep enough handle that you can get a firm grip on the pan or pot you are using. The handles are also stay-cool for safe lifting. Viking Contemporary frying pans are backed by a lifetime guarantee from Viking.