Extremely durable yet lightweight, this Dutch oven’s heavy-gauge carbon steel construction makes it more heat responsive than cast iron for faster, more even cooking Naturally nonstick GLAZEGUARD coating is extremely tough, nonporous, and less likely to chip than cast iron designs. Resistant to scratches, thermal shock and acids. The dome-shaped lid features a stainless steel rim and a recessed interior to provide extra room and prevent boil overs. Stay-cool bonded handles All stovetops including induction, oven safe to 500°F, dishwasher safe The Royal founder of the Dutch oven, these heirloom-quality Dutch ovens are handcrafted in Germany in the same tradition as the original enameled models that earned BK the Royal predicate in 1951.