Product Description

The Chantal Classic Teakettle in stainless steel has a timeless, yet modern design and look that is a favorite in the kitchen. Most notably is the teakettle's genuine Hohner« harmonica whistle that plays two notes. No more piercing whistle sounds that o

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #49677 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Stainless
• Brand: Chantal
• Model: SL37-19
• Dimensions: 8.25" h x 7.25" w x 9.00" l, 2.12 pounds

Features

• 1-4/5-quart capacity; durable stainless-steel body and components
• Aluminum core sandwiched within flat bottom for efficient heat conduction
• Can be used on ceramic, glass, and induction stovetops
• Extra-large lid opening for easy cleaning; Hohner harmonica whistle plays two notes
• Dishwasher-safe; moveable parts are replaceable for a lifetime of use

Amazon.com Review
This solidly built, classic-looking teakettle says you're serious about your tea. The bright stainless-steel finish makes the kettle an eye-pleasing focal point on the stovetop. Even more of an attention-getter is the two-tone harmonica whistle--an amusing reminder to the household that the water is boiling and ready to pour. The flat aluminum base ensures that water heats quickly, and the lid with its black rubber gasket keeps the heat in. The boldly curved metal handle and other metal parts can get quite warm, so use a potholder when picking the kettle up and flipping up the whistle. The lid opening is large enough to make cleaning easy. --Dale Steinke

From the Manufacturer
The Chantal Classic teakettle has been rated among the best teakettles for years. This stainless-steel unit features a long-lasting stainless body and components, complemented by an aluminum core in the bottom for efficient heat conduction. The smooth, flat base spreads widely over the burner, ensuring quicker heating, and is safe for use with ceramic, glass, and induction stovetops. You'll know the water is boiling once the genuine Hohner harmonica whistle sounds its two notes. In addition, the kettle offers a spring-loaded, stay-open flipper that keeps your fingers away from the steam while pouring. Chantal offers replacement parts if a part deteriorates, letting tea aficionados enjoy a lifetime of use. In addition, the kettle features an extra-large lid opening for easy cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will the color fade?
A: Never. However, gas stoves have been known to cause discoloration on the bottom.
Q: How do I clean it?
A: Chantal teakettles are dishwasher-safe. You will need to occasionally boil a quart of water with 1/4 cup vinegar for 10 to 15 minutes to remove lime deposits from the Hohner whistle.
Q: Will it work on all stoves?
A: Yes, including glass and ceramic tops as well as magnetic induction.
Q: Why are replacement parts available? Is it a quality issue?
A: Chantal uses nothing but the highest-quality materials available. However, the materials in the lid gasket and the whistle simply will not last as long as the enamel pot, and by offering replacement parts for these items, your teakettle can last a lifetime.

Customer Reviews

Too expensive to have a branding-hot handle
I've had this kettle for three years. I bought it because it looks good. The two-tone harmonica "whistle" is nice, emitting a nice lower pitch sound at the beginning of a boil, progressing to a Flinstone's quarry lunch-whistle pitch with a harder boil. It's fine. Any whistle is supposed to get your attention, right? That's the whole point. My main problem with this kettle is how hot the handle gets after even just a moment on the burner. Apparently it comes with a little sleeve for it now (mine didn't) but at $120 should you really have to use a pot holder to get it off the stove? For those reviewers who said the handle doesn't get hot--I have absolutely no idea what they're talking about. In three years I've gone through heavy-use phases where I made back-to-back kettles full of hot water (to fill a pump pot) plus coffee & tea, moderate-use phases where I used it for my French Press every morning and for tea every night, and low/no-use phases. The whistle has never failed to function (as one reviewer stated) nor have I ever, ever, EVER been able grab the handle without a potholder. In fact, it has burned me when my kitchen towel isn't exactly covering the entire handle. Ridiculous lack of performance at this price.

Love my Chantal tea kettle!
I have had my lovely shiny grey Chantal tea kettle for about six years now and I still am amused to hear the harmonica sing. I manage the handle easily, it pours fine, and it's fun to show friends. I've never regretted spending this much money on this classy kettle!

Classic design but functionally flawed
I bought my Chantal kettle on sale. I'd never pay the full price for a kettle or a Chantal kettle, no matter how pretty it was. But this kettle is very pretty and on sale so I did buy it. I'm glad to read the other reviews . . . mine never whistled when it was boiling. Or it would whistle for a couple a weeks after a descaling, but stop mysteriously. This is a problem as I always left the room while the kettle came to a boil. I dropped the kettle on the floor after almost boiling it dry because the whistle didn't work. That bent the whistle and I've never gotten it to whistle again. I haven't looked into returning it for repair because I'm not sure that if it was repaired, I'd trust it to whistle. I still use it from time to time, but it really isn't safe because it doesn't whistle and the spout won't stay open when I pour water from it.
It a lot of money for a kettle with a whistle that wont operate properly.