Revere Ware 6 Quart Stock Pot with Copper Bottom
Our 6-quart stock pot brings together the best of traditional American cookware design and everyday practicality. This pot features our signature copper-clad bottom for even heat distribution across the entire cooking surface, ensuring your soups, stews, and stocks cook uniformly without hot spots.
The defining feature of every Revere Ware pot is the thick copper disk permanently bonded to the stainless steel base. Copper conducts heat five times faster than stainless steel alone, which means this 6-quart pot reaches temperature quickly and spreads heat evenly across the entire bottom surface.
Capacity and dimensions for everyday cooking
At six quarts, this stock pot strikes the perfect balance between versatility and manageability. The interior measures approximately 9 inches in diameter and 6.5 inches deep, giving you enough room to comfortably cook a full pot of chili, boil a pound of pasta, or make three quarts of chicken stock with plenty of headroom to prevent boil-overs.
The pot weighs just under four pounds empty, so it’s easy to lift and pour even when full. We include measurement markings stamped inside the pot at one-quart intervals, so you can add the right amount of liquid without pulling out measuring cups. The 6-quart size fits comfortably on standard stovetop burners without crowding adjacent pots when you’re cooking multiple dishes at once.
Handles and lid design for safe handling
We use traditional phenolic Bakelite for the handles on this stock pot because it’s the most effective material for staying cool during extended stovetop cooking. The handles are secured with stainless steel rivets that pass through the pot wall, creating a solid connection that won’t loosen over time.
The tempered glass lid allows you to check on your cooking progress without lifting and releasing steam. A small vent hole in the stainless steel rim prevents pressure buildup during long simmering sessions. The lid sits securely on the pot rim and can withstand oven temperatures up to 350°F, though we recommend removing it for higher-temperature roasting or broiling.
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Common questions about the 6-quart stock pot
Yes, this stock pot is fully dishwasher safe. Both the stainless steel body and the glass lid can go in the dishwasher without damage. However, hand washing with warm soapy water helps maintain the polished exterior finish and keeps the copper bottom looking brighter for longer. If you do use the dishwasher, the pot will still perform exactly the same — it’s purely an aesthetic consideration.
No, the Revere Ware 6 qt stock pot is not compatible with induction cooktops. The copper-clad bottom and stainless steel construction don’t contain enough magnetic material to trigger induction heating elements. This pot works beautifully on gas, electric coil, ceramic, and radiant stovetops, but you’ll need a different pot designed specifically for induction if that’s your primary cooking surface.
The pot holds a full six quarts of liquid when filled to the brim, but the practical cooking capacity is about 4.5 to 5 quarts to allow room for stirring and prevent boil-overs. We’ve stamped measurement lines inside the pot at one-quart intervals so you can easily measure as you fill. This capacity is ideal for cooking pasta for 4-6 people, making 3-4 quarts of stock, or preparing large batches of soup or chili.
The phenolic Bakelite handles are designed to stay cool during normal stovetop cooking. Even after simmering for an hour or more, the handles remain comfortable to grip without potholders. However, if you place the pot in the oven, the handles will heat up since they’re oven-safe to 350°F. Always use oven mitts when removing the pot from the oven, even if the handles felt cool on the stovetop beforehand.
The copper disk on the bottom may darken over time, which is normal and doesn’t affect cooking performance. If you want to restore the bright copper finish, use a commercial copper cleaner or make a paste from equal parts lemon juice and salt. Apply the paste to the copper, let it sit for a few minutes, then scrub gently with a soft cloth and rinse thoroughly. Avoid steel wool or abrasive pads that can scratch the stainless steel sides of the pot.
Yes, the pot and lid are oven-safe together up to 350°F. This temperature limit is due to the Bakelite handles and the glass lid construction. You can use the covered pot to finish braises or keep dishes warm in a low oven. For recipes requiring higher temperatures, remove the glass lid and consider transferring to oven-safe cookware rated for higher heat, or use the pot on the stovetop only.
Revere Ware has a long American manufacturing heritage dating back to 1939, though current production details vary by product line and manufacturing period. We recommend checking the stamp on the bottom of your specific pot for origin information. Regardless of where it’s manufactured, every Revere Ware pot meets our quality standards for materials, construction, and the signature copper-clad heating technology that made the brand famous.