Amco Advanced Performance Measuring Cup Set Review

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(More customer reviews)Several years back I bought a set of Amco stainless steel measuring cups that look identical to how these do. I needed another set, so I bought them here, thinking they were the same.
They're not.
My original set is decently heavy (if I get a chance, I'll update this post with the difference in grams), heavy enough for even the 1/4 cup to stand freely and level on its circular base.
The handles on my original set are heavy duty and cannot be bent.
This set's 1/4 cup doesn't stand freely on its own. It tips onto its handle, and its handle can be bent.
In short, they're lower quality, but if you've never owned a set, maybe that won't bother you.
Additionally, in my opinion, these stainless steel cups are much better than the average plastic cups for baking. The handles are designed better for scooping things like flour, and I really like having the markings for when I want to use the 1 cup measurer to measure, say, a half cup. I find stainless steel is easier to clean up too and they never melt and crack in the dishwasher like I've had plastic cups do.
Meanwhile, I'm still searching for a set that's as high quality as my original Amco cups...
22.Feb.2011 Update:
As previously mentioned, I'm listing weight differences below that support my review's complaint:
Weight differences in grams for the original Amco stainless steel measuring cups I own versus this set:
Size,Original,This Set, % Reduction
1 cup, 196, 150, 23%
1/2 cup, 140, 110, 21%
1/3 cup, 114, 88,23%
1/4 cup, 116, 76,34%

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This set of 4 measuring cups combine beauty with functionality.Single-piece construction of the heaviest gauge 18/10 stainless steel eliminates the weld for enhanced strength and hygiene.Each tool is ergonomically designed for maximum comfort and to balance on the counter.The set includes the four most commonly called-for measurements: 1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/3 cup, and 1/4 cup.These unique measuring cups have a line inside the bowl to mark half of the measurement -- making it much easier to halve recipes.

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Progressive International 5-Piece Set Collapsible Measuring Cups Review

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(More customer reviews)I'd been working with only a liquid measuring cup for too long, so I bought these because I knew they'd fit in my drawers. I wasn't sure how sturdy they would be, but I'm not worried about that now that I've used them for a couple months. When they're expanded, you might not even know they're collapsible. And there are only two possible positions--collapsed and expanded--so it's not like they will give different measurements if you somehow mangle them (something I had been irrationally concerned about).
The magnets are a nice touch, I suppose, but only the 1/4 and 1/3 cups are light enough to stay put on my fridge, so the other three sit in the drawer sticking to my measuring spoons.
Edit: The lettering on the measuring cups was pretty much unreadable after about a year, so I have to compare the sizes to tell which is which. Still love 'em, though.

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Dr Bird Juicer Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a beautiful sculptural object that works well for what it is intended: a juicer!
I love looking at it and using it...
Great for a gift...who already has one?

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Every kitchen needs a juicer, but yours can now have one of the most unique juicer creations around with the Dr. Bird Juicer from Imm Living. This uniquely artful kitchen accessory replaces the conical ridged center found in standard juicers with a hummingbird's beak. This ceramic juicer stands 3 inches tall, with a delightfully detailed rendering of hummingbird beak, body and feathers. Juices collect in the small bowl surrounding the hummingbird at the center, and it also includes floral accents on either side of the bowl that can be used as a pouring spout. Dishwasher safe.
Designed by Lesley Look Hong, the juicer takes its inspiration from the red-billed Streamertail hummingbird--the national bird of Jamaica, nicknamed Dr. Bird. Some stories say the origin for the nickname comes from its erect black crest and tails resembling the top hat and long tail coats worn by doctors of old, while other stories peg the origin to the way Dr. Bird lances flowers as it flits about finding nectar.

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