VARGEN & THOR Modell Y3 28cm sauté pan genuine copper

A sauté pan in genuine copper that works equally well as a frying pan. The VARGEN & THOR Modell Y3 28cm sauté pan is built for the full range of daily cooking — slow sauces, quick sears, stews, and elegant table serving — in a low-profile copper design made in Italy. The FROSTSTICK coating delivers crispy searing and reliable non-stick in the same pan, without compromise.

Genuine copper, 2.5mm aluminium core

The exterior is genuine copper — not copper-coloured, but real copper that heats faster than any other cookware material and responds immediately to temperature changes. The 2.5mm aluminium core distributes heat evenly across the full base, eliminating hot spots. The chrome-plated 201 stainless steel handle stays cool and comfortable. Copper naturally oxidises over time and can be restored with copper polish or lemon and salt.

PFOA-free FROSTSTICK coating

The FROSTSTICK coating is PTFE-based, food-safe, and PFOA-free — excellent searing performance combined with reliable non-stick release. The thin coating heats quickly; increase temperature gradually for best results. Lower heat settings are often sufficient compared to traditional pans. Lid in 304 stainless steel included.

Technical specifications

Diameter: 28 cm. Height: 5 cm. Material: genuine copper. Core: 2.5mm aluminium. Handle: 201 stainless steel, chrome plated. Lid: 304 stainless steel, included. Coating: PFOA-free FROSTSTICK (PTFE-based). Compatibility: all stovetops including induction. Oven safe: yes, up to 260°C. Dishwasher safe: yes, up to 50°C. Overall dimensions: 49.5 × 30.5 × 9.5 cm. Weight: 1.36 kg.  Made in Italy.

Eco materials and packaging

Plastic-free construction. Packaging is recyclable and made from recycled materials.

Safety and compliance

Genuine copper and stainless steel construction complies with EU food contact material regulations (EC) No 1935/2004. PFOA-free FROSTSTICK (PTFE-based) coating complies with EU REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. Plastic-free construction. CE marked where applicable.

Why VARGEN & THOR

Vargen & Thor manufactures in Italy — a country with a centuries-long tradition in copper cookware. The Modell Y series is their copper pan range, built for customers who want the heat performance of genuine copper with the practicality of a modern non-stick coating. The Y3 is the sauté version: deeper, more versatile, and supplied with a lid.