The Staub teapot is as attractive as it is functional. The Graphite color is a lovely addition to the Staub lineup.

Wow!

I love my new cast iron teapot enameled in grey. The first one I received was damaged in shipping but Cooking.com quickly sent me a new one and allowed me to return the damaged one for free. It is the right size for 3-4 cups of tea. It will keep the tea warm for well over an hour with no heat. The handles stay cool to the touch. I'm very satisfied with my purchase. Absolutely beautifull teapot!

I ended up returning it. The gray color was darker in person than the way it looked on the internet. The handle is awkward, and it is very heavy.

I purchased this item strictly for its aesthetic value. On that score I am very pleased. Therefore, I can overlook the fact that it is heavy, does not function as a "modern (whistling) " kettle, nor hold much water. If you are looking for a thing of beauty to sit out on your cook top every day, and is a reminder of bygone days, this is your kettle.

recommend with reservations: not carefree

Beautiful color, well made. Heavy for these arthritic hands, No whistle so need to stay in room, small size is good for single person or two. (Not for crowds.) Find putting handles up and down all the time a bit of a pain. But it looks awesome and clearly will last with minimal care.