Craft Wok Big 16 Inch Heavy Hand Hammered Carbon Steel Pow Wok with Wooden and Steel Helper Handle (Round Bottom) / 731W138

I was using a 14" flat bottom Joyce Chen with some sort of nonstick coating on it. Too small for family of 9 and ¿Toxic? to cook with high heat.This wok is great.Takes some work to season. I did it the Asian-lady YouTube way at first including the vegetable waste but finished seasoning it in the gas BBQ grill 3 passes with handle removed which worked better.

Super heavy, no kidding.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ **The Wok That Rocks: A Culinary Heavyweight Champion!**As someone who's tried frying pans, non-stick pans, and even a questionable skillet from my college days, let me tell you: the Craft Wok Big 16 Inch Heavy Hand Hammered Carbon Steel Pow Wok is the heavyweight champion of my kitchen!**First Impressions:**When I unboxed this behemoth, I felt like a blacksmith preparing for battle. It’s not just a wok; it’s a weapon! The craftsmanship is so impressive, I half-expected to find Thor’s autograph on it. The hammer marks on this thing are a testament to its hand-forged awesomeness, making it look like it was forged in the fires of Mount Doom (or at least a really intense workshop).**Performance:**Cooking with this wok is like driving a Ferrari, only cheaper and without the risk of speeding tickets. The heat distribution is so even that it makes my old pans weep with jealousy. Stir-frying vegetables? Perfectly crispy. Searing meat? Juicier than a soap opera. Even my scrambled eggs now look like they belong in a Michelin-starred restaurant. If this wok could talk, it would say, "You're welcome," after every meal.**Ergonomics:**The wooden handle is a blessing for my delicate chef hands. It’s comfortable, sturdy, and has a grip so good, I could probably stir-fry during an earthquake. The steel helper handle? Genius. It’s like having a trusty sidekick who never lets you down, no matter how heavy the load (or how clumsy the cook).**Cleaning and Maintenance:**Sure, it requires some TLC (tender loving care, for the non-wok-savvy), but treating this wok right feels like a culinary ritual. Seasoning it was surprisingly therapeutic, and now it sports a non-stick patina that would make a Teflon pan blush. Just remember: no soap! Treat it like your best cast iron buddy.**Conclusion:**The Craft Wok is not just a cooking instrument; it's a lifestyle upgrade. It's for anyone who wants to feel like a kitchen ninja while making dinner. If Bruce Lee was a chef, this would be his wok of choice. Whether you’re stir-frying, deep-frying, or just admiring its sheer badassery, this wok delivers.If you’re on the fence, just go for it. Your taste buds (and probably your muscles) will thank you. This wok rocks, and that’s no yolk!---I hope this review brings a smile to your face and captures the essence of your new wok!

This thing is heavy and built like a tank, and there's really not much other options for a lighter 16" wok in this price range. The flaw is in the handle, which the manual that it comes with mentions a potentially loose handle due to humidity differences between where it's manufactured and where I am(dry climate). The manual offers ways to fix it, which I haven't tried yet, but I prefer to receive a product that is ready to go, not something I have fix first. Otherwise, I think this is a solid wok that I'll likely pass onto my children.

Great size and both metal and wood handle make it manageable. This takes much longer to season though than in the instructions. After washing and scrubbing, dry over burner. Continue to heat until a blue color forms rotating the pan slowly to make sure the whole pan changes color. Then use vegetable shortening like Crisco on high heat. Continue to add a little at a time rotating the pan to spread. It will take time to coat, at least an hour. This method will get a nice thick coating that will last.

First, this wok met all my expectations for its size and quality of construction. It's extremely well made. Due to the nature of carbon steel, after the initial seasoning process and first use for meal preparation, I knew I needed to re-season it and keep a light coat of oil on it to avoid rusting. Cabinet space is limited, and we have a closet we converted to a small appliance and cooking-related "pantry", so I ordered a set of hooks that hang over the top of the door, and I slightly bent in the two middle hooks to accommodate the wok handle (the first pic shows how it hung crooked before I adjusted the hooks). The seasoned (lightly-oiled) wok is now hung out of sight where it won't transfer oil to other items, and it's also a convenient spot to hand the extra-long stainless steel wok utensils I ordered with the wok (Craft Wok brand for all, and overall, the exceptional quality of products exceeded my expectations).

Thought about it for two days, if this is suppose to be a feature. Seems more like a B-stock item that shouldn’t have been sent here in its “form.”Could this shape be good for pouring? “Maybe” I’ve thought, but still it’s an oblong oval shaped pan with no uniformity.How about when I have to toss things around during the cook and I have to work with the fact the edges *are not* lined up correctly from side to side?Not something I’d like to see myself getting use to for its price.Also the handle is a bit small for the size like others have said. Could do with extra reinforcement and an extra inch or so to lengthen.

Great round bottom carbon steel wok. Perfect thickness of hand hammered metallurgy. This wok is best for an outside wok stove with high pressure or a high controlled wood fire. If you are new to using a non-seasoned wok, gain some experience before purchasing. Not for the rookie, but a pro would give this a 5star especially for the price of this hand hammered wok. The only people who would complain about this wok are the ones that were damaged during shipping and have no idea how to return, or the complete moron who wants the wok to season, wash and cook by itself while cooking on a electric stove. Great purchase!! This wok is better than my $300 wok.