Simplex Heritage 2 Quart Tea Kettle, Copper

I have had my kettel for years and wouldn't trade it for any other kettle. I hate to clean copper. I initially took off the laquer because I wanted to use this kettle. I onlt wash it in soap and water and it has a nice patina that is attractive. The whistle is nice and loud and the water stays warm for a long time after it boils. Its perfect for a second cup of tea without reboiling the water.

We could not be happier with this product. For this price we expected a perfectly-made tea kettle, and we got it. We can hear the whistle clearly from every room in the house, and the spout pours precisely without any accidental drips. We like the way the copper color mellows over time and enjoy how beautiful the kettle looks in the kitchen. It is a sturdy handmade product that can last several lifetimes.

I just received my kettle yesterday and definitely am not happy with it. It was well packaged but when I opened up the kettle to wash it, the inside sides of the kettle had black stuff on them and scratches. I washed it inside and out and still the black stuff is there. I guess it is corrosion? But the inside of this kettle is supposed to be tin. I proceeded to fill the kettle with reverse osmosis water, pushed the lid down flush, and boiled the water. The kettle did not whistle! It made a slight gurgling noise. For $123, this kettle is not worth it. I'm exchanging it for another, hoping that it is just this kettle. My mom has had one of these kettles in the chrome for years and her's is very well made and whistles very loudly. I will update this review if the next one is better.