"sf" > wrote in message
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> On Fri, 5 Feb 2016 11:35:22 +1100, "DavidW" > wrote:
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>> sf wrote:
>> > Take your lid with you when you shop and try it on the pans that
>> > interest you. If it fits, use it and give the glass lid away.
>> > Personally, I don't have a problem with glass lids, so that wouldn't
>> > factor into buying a new saucepan.
>>
>> My main reason is that metal lids are indestructible. You can treat them
>> roughly, whereas you need to be careful with a glass lid. Drop it just
>> once and
>> I'll have a useless saucepan I can't cover. Metal lids are also lighter.
>
> Disagree on all points, but it's obvious that you're not going to
> change your mind - so bring your metal lid with you when you shop.

So far I have yet to break a glass lid. They are heavier though so if he
has trouble with stuff like that, metal might work better. He might also
consider a universal lid or one of the silicone ones if he doesn't need a
tight seal. I use my silicone things for almost everything now if I need a
lid.