OXO Good Grips Tongs - 12 inch

These are absolutely indispensable in any kitchen. They're very useful and versatile. They have a very firm grip no matter the size of the food you're trying to pick up or turn over. I find them useful for spooning juices over foods as they cook. I find the locking mechanism is very handy as they take little space in my drawer. So easy to clean Now I know why chefs say that tongs their other hands. rtable in the hand.

Good, solid tongs. These seems strong, well made and comfortable to use. The metal locking mechanism sits at the top of the tongs and works well (doesn't feel like it will break like the tongs with plastic switches on the side) and the spring is well weighted. I've been using mine for a while now and they have been through the dishwasher many times. They look and feel as good as new. Really impossible to mark down for the price.

Best tongs on the market. Another very high quality product from OXO. Feels solid without being too heavy. Has good rubber grips to protect your fingers from heat and it also grips the food very well. I just had to have these as my 2nd pair - have been using the 1st for many years now, washing it in the dishwasher multiple times a week and it still looks as new. No rust nor rubber degradation.

I have owned Good Grips tongs for many years. They are immensely practical, very strong, easy to clean (100% dishwasher proof) and the mechanism to close and open the tongs is a dream. I have a pair in the UK and in my French house and would not be without them. I bought these for a friend who is very pleased with them. They are the best on the market.

A nice long pair of tongs. Solid construction in stainless steel with soft silicone in the right places. Like all of the good grips range slightly over engineered, which is not a bad thing. I sent them back as the item was not what I had ordered. Though if I wanted a pair of tongs with silicone at the tips then these are the ones I would get. I award four stars. Happy shopping.

I chose these as they were recommended by another lady who uses dye because - They do not absorb the colour They get a good grip on heavy wet items They can be locked to hold an item securely They can be wiped clean They can be locked to hang up Just perfect for playing with buckets of dye!

This is what I call a no brainer purchase. works as advertised and has that clever feature to hold it close when not in use. I mean, what else can you expect from tongs?

These are just the best tongs I have ever had. They are so easy to use, just the right length. I like the way you can close them and hang them up when not in use instead of cluttering up an already full drawer.

These are the BEST tongs I have ever owned. I initially purchased the 12-inch size, but I liked it so much I then purchased the 9-inch and 16-inch size to complete the set. These are some of my favorite kitchen tools and so I highly recommend these tongs. I've had a lot of tongs that have warped, melted, broke, did a poor job grasping food, etc. Part of this reason was because I was too cheap to buy nice tongs. It took me a little while to bring myself to buy these more expensive OXO Good Grips Tongs, but I am really glad I did. THE DESIGN The construction of these is a brushed stainless steel frame with (removable) rubberized silicone inserts to give you more grip. These tongs can lock closed via a mechanism which is a pull-push lever located on the back. The portion of the tongs that makes contact with food is bare stainless steel. As I cook on stainless clad cookware that is safe to use stainless utensils with, this is exactly what I wanted (if you have non-stick cookware, certain coating types can be damaged by these as a heads-up.) If your cookware can safely support stainless utensils, THIS set with stainless steel heads will yield maximum performance & durability. THE BUILD QUALITY & PERFORMANCE Beyond everything else, these tongs are SUPER easy to grasp food with and do a fantastic job at preventing food from slipping. Even if that food is heavy or covered in [slippery] oil, these tongs maintain a stable grip. The finish is simple, consistent, and functionally beneficial. Brushed stainless hides scratch/usage/hard water markings, plus it increases stain/corrosion resistance. The silicone inserts are tough, heat-resistant, can be removed for cleaning or replacement, and firmly lock into place so they do not pop out randomly. The mechanism to lock these closed is oversized & easy to use (even with gloves/mitts on), strong as can be, and accessible (the hanging hole is convenient.) The spring is heavy duty and after years of almost daily usage it still shows no sign of fatigue. The hinge is also heavy-duty and has not developed excessive lateral play. In fact, despite heavy & frequent usage, my tongs still look and function like the day I bought them. OXO clearly spent a lot of time with the research & development because they made a product that is very functional and very durable. CLEANING These are low maintenance and do not need special cleaning care at all. I usually clean these in the dishwasher without removing the silicone inserts and they come out perfect every time. If there is a lot of caked-up food on them, I sometimes clean them with a metal polish called Bar Keeper's Friend (amazing stuff.) These tongs have held up like a champ to countless cleaning cycles & the use of cleaning chemicals/polishes. SIZES---WHICH SIZE??? I initially purchased the 12-inch size and it is the size I use the most. With that said, I LOVE the 16-inch for when I am doing something in which more distance is desirable, such as if I am turning bacon as 16 inches puts a nice distance between my hand & the scalding-hot popping grease. And while the 9-inch is the size I use the least, it is still great to have when I am making something in a smaller pot as that reduced form factor makes it a little more nimble. So while I think all three sizes are very useful, if you are only going to purchase one size, I recommend the 12-inch. SO THIS IS AN INVESTMENT OF A QUALITY KITCHEN TOOL THAT WILL LAST So if you are thinking, "hey, these cost more than many other tongs I have seen," I understand where you are coming from as I've been there myself. However, I highly recommend spending the few extra bucks on these OXO Good Grips as that small price premium gets you a product of exceptional quality: not only will these tongs last a very long time to offset the higher purchase price, but their good functional design makes using them more convenient (and therefore more enjoyable.) Convenience and enjoyment can encourage cooking more often, and when cooking more often one can save money over eating out, and arguably eat much healthier. So like other premium kitchen tools, I see these quality tongs as an investment. (PICTURE NOTE: The attached pictures show the 12-inch and 16-inch sizes, with various angles showing the different features & the sturdy build quality of these tongs.)

This product is excellent. I already have this size of the Oxo tongs. I wanted the shorter ones so I’m returning these and have already ordered and received the shorter (9 inch) version

Uso queste pinze da anni (sia con finitura antiaderente che non) e sono in assoluto le migliori! Presa perfetta e molla efficace che continua a funzionare nel tempo. Consiglio la versione più lunga.

Tuve unas idénticas hace años y llevaba mucho tiempo buscándolas, acero del bueno, ligeras y robustas, mango "anti grip" muelle de acero y colgador para cerrarlas, te durarán años si las cuidas un poco.

Excellent quality, the lock lever is just right and doesn't engage/disengage unless you want it to. Slight con: it's a little hard to clean on the inside but not unmanageable. The pros recommend these tongs over ones with the black plastic coated jaws because the plastic (it's Not silicone) makes the tongs more susceptible to heat and it'll get messed up in the long run. No such worries with this model.