Product Features
- Elegant retro-style whistling kettle
- Made from high quality Stainless Steel with coloured finish
- Stay cool silicone handles for easy grip & pouring
- Flick switch release for easy pouring
- Dimensions - Height 25.5 cm, Width 22.2 cm, Length 22 cm
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Product Description
The Company
Westermann & Co. was founded in 1867 as a family enterprise based in the Sauerland and celebrated its 140th anniversary in 2007
The brand Wesco stands for metal manufacturing in the classical manner – a combination of excellent German quality, an exclusive design and high tech functionality. A long experience in manufacturing and high tech form a perfect unity giving Wesco products their unique design
Soon after its establishment in 1867, the company specialised in the processing of metal plates for household goods and has since continuously extended the range of its products.
In the 1920s, Wesco introduced the “ash can” into its product range, after the war it launched its first “pedal bin”. Today, the range of household goods includes more than 50 waste bins in various designs. Some of these products are modelled on the historic precursors which have inspired the use of classic design elements in the development of modern products.
Wesco design is characterised by the company's long-standing experience with metal as working material. Because we are familiar with the material we work with, we are able to shape it in a new and exciting way.
DESIGN AND TRADITION
In the USA - the land of unlimited possibilities and unfortunately of unlimited volumes of trash as well - trash containers in the typical American dimensions of 50 litres and more have been in production since the 1920s. These bins were originally developed for the catering trade, but soon found their way into American households.
But it was not until the 1970s that the American 'trash can' celebrated its triumphal as symbol of the typically American design. This feat was achieved with the help of a German exchange student in the US: Egbert Neuhaus, the current managing director of Wesco. During his stay in Texas, one of these typically American trash cans caught his eye - and it was 'love at first sight'. Neuhaus brought the product idea back to Germany with him to his father's factory.
Due to long years of experience in metal processing the Wesco-team brought the necessary expertise to the table for re-designing the American 'trash can'.
Based on the American idea of 'large volume large input flap', the body and the semicircular lid of the trash bin were adapted to each other in such a way that the proportions were perfectly well suited to one another, and topped off by a large, technically solid input flap made of stainless steel and stable handles.
Further technical details were added. Now the only thing missing was a new name: based on the writing engraved on the flap, it was christened 'Pushboy' - the first child of an entire family which today comprises more than 20 design products.
ORIGINAL QUALITY - MADE IN GERMANY
Modern technology and finest materials guarantee the quality and longevity of Wesco products: high-quality powder-coated or galvanized sheet-steel and stainless steel are being used. Stainless steel is known for its durability and rust resistance.
The company strategy regarding functionality is based on a combination of high-tech and tradition: Projects designed at the computer are undergoing extensive test phases for function and sturdiness, before starting with high-technology production.
Decades of experience in craftsmanship take care of the final touch.
Product Description
Wesco Kettle Black Classic 2 Litre WhistlingThe Wesco classic whistling kettle is an elegant retro style kettle that matches the Wesco classic line. Made from a high quality stainless steel with coloured finish. The kettle benefits from a stay cool silicone handle for easy grip and a flick switch release system for easy pouring.Material: high quality stainless steelSuitable for all cookersEncapsuled baseTightly closing lid10 year guaranteeColour: BlackCapacity: 2 litre
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Having owned an Aga kettle for a time (quite a short time really) as it developed pit marks inside it and leaked down the spout. I was more than willing to try another make out, apart from the Alessi one I have.
This Wesco kettle is a hard wearing usable (been using mine now for the last two years) kettle. The bottom of it is flat as can be, quite an important issue if thinking of buying one of these and using it on a Aga, as it boils quicker.
It holds 2.0L which is more than ample even for a big family. The whistle is a nice loud one, so no burnt kettle bottoms as you cann't help but hear it when it boils. It feels well made and the handle is just right, you don't feel as though you might drop it when using it, it feels sturdy and not as though it will come apart from the body of the kettle even when full of water.
The build of the kettle is hard wearing, even after two years ours still looks like new, apart from the inside which has slightly scaled up (we do have very hard water though and yes it does need descaling) but that aside the only difference that we have noticed is that it takes a couple of seconds longer to boil. It whistles, but no fear of the spout shooting off as it is attached. No burnt fingers as the lever for opening the spout is covered in a silicone like substance.
A great design and one that would go in all manner of kitchen styles, we have this one in black but other colours are available in it. Price wise it is brilliant, for an item that has already lasted two years and still going strong, used everyday and looks good when on the trivet that cann't be bad.
This Wesco kettle is a hard wearing usable (been using mine now for the last two years) kettle. The bottom of it is flat as can be, quite an important issue if thinking of buying one of these and using it on a Aga, as it boils quicker.
It holds 2.0L which is more than ample even for a big family. The whistle is a nice loud one, so no burnt kettle bottoms as you cann't help but hear it when it boils. It feels well made and the handle is just right, you don't feel as though you might drop it when using it, it feels sturdy and not as though it will come apart from the body of the kettle even when full of water.
The build of the kettle is hard wearing, even after two years ours still looks like new, apart from the inside which has slightly scaled up (we do have very hard water though and yes it does need descaling) but that aside the only difference that we have noticed is that it takes a couple of seconds longer to boil. It whistles, but no fear of the spout shooting off as it is attached. No burnt fingers as the lever for opening the spout is covered in a silicone like substance.
A great design and one that would go in all manner of kitchen styles, we have this one in black but other colours are available in it. Price wise it is brilliant, for an item that has already lasted two years and still going strong, used everyday and looks good when on the trivet that cann't be bad.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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This is a very efficient kettle, its broad base allowing rapid heat transfer to the water and hence speedy boiling. Construction quality is very impressive, giving the impression it will last for a long time. The stay-cool soft silcone grip makes for easy holding, with no need to protect the hands from hot metal. The kettle's appearance is also quite distinctive, especially in the standard black and stainless steel.
On the downside, it is quite heavy (partly because it's so well constructed), so may not suit those with a weak grip or arthritis. Also, a slight disappointment is that the lid must be removed to fill it, as the whistle assembly does not hinge back far enough to allow it to be filled through the spout. (While this is true of most kettles, it is possible to find some that allow this.)
Overall, definitely recommended.
On the downside, it is quite heavy (partly because it's so well constructed), so may not suit those with a weak grip or arthritis. Also, a slight disappointment is that the lid must be removed to fill it, as the whistle assembly does not hinge back far enough to allow it to be filled through the spout. (While this is true of most kettles, it is possible to find some that allow this.)
Overall, definitely recommended.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
This is the second kettle I have had that was damaged on the black paintwork.The last one is actually far worse than the first and this begs the question is there no quality control at the manufacturer, it appeared on the second kettle that some one has attempted to touch up the damage, very poorly I might add, and this would have been picked up at their quality control department and the item should have been sold as a second.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
ruth's kettle
This is a good kettle, exactly as described and I am very pleased with it. It also looks very smart and is easy to use. Read more
Published 16 days ago by A. G. Williams
WESCO CLASSIC KETTLE, BLACK
BOUGHT AS GIFT AND AFTER USING FOR WEEK OR SO RESPONSE HAS BEEN GOOD.
TRIGGER FOR POURING WORKS WELL, GOOD FINISH, WELL MADE, HOPEFULLY LASTS FOR MANY YEARS!
TRIGGER FOR POURING WORKS WELL, GOOD FINISH, WELL MADE, HOPEFULLY LASTS FOR MANY YEARS!
Published 22 days ago by andy
Whistle what whistle ?
A nice well made item but mine is reluctant to whistle which is a pity for an supposedly top end model.
Published 1 month ago by Manstein
Fab Kettle
I love this kettle it is well made and the whistle is loud enough to be heard when I am upstairs ! It does take longer to boil than an electric kettle but, the water is hotter and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Dizzy
Had high hopes, but ....................
I ordered this kettle to go on my AGA and was initially pleased with it. Upon inspection it had a rubber handle, as I am allergic to rubber, it wasn't suitable for me. Read more
Published 4 months ago by C. Beales
Kettles with whistles and bells
I ordered this after reading the other good reviews. Please to say at this moment in time, its a very good kettle, and good quality. I highly rec'd this to other purchasers. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Kb Aps Hawkins
This kettle is the best
This kettle is the best, It is made really well, so easy to handle, looks so good on my cooker, very good value for money I would recomend, (it also matches my pans)!!!
Published 5 months ago by DTM
Classic stainless steel kettle
the kettle of all kettles brilliant easy wipe clean rapid good looking matches my kichen would never go back to electric kettles In fact my tea with hot boiled water out of my... Read more
Published 6 months ago by cliff
i like it but....
this is a good kettle for induction and the price considering whats out there, but it does make quite a noise boiling. Read more
Published 11 months ago by katie
LOVELY RETRO KETTLE
I HAVE HAD AN ALESSI WHISTLING KETTLE FOR ABOUT 15 YEARS, BUT NOW IT LOOKS TIRED AND GRUBBY. THIS KETTLE IS ABOUT HALF THE PRICE OF AN ALESSI AND JUST AS NICE, IT HAS A GREAT... Read more
Published 17 months ago by SHOEGIRL
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