Viking Contemporary 3-Ply Stainless Steel Stockpot with Lid, 8 Quart 3- Ply Construction delivers even heat distribution and retention for superior cooking results The vented glass lids allow you to monitor the progress of your meal while reducing the chance of boil-overs 18/0 stainless steel exterior and flat cooking surface makes the stock pot induction ready Windsor Pan-inspired, conical design provides more surface area for evaporation, resulting in faster cooking times Surgical quality stainless steel cooking surface makes cookware non-reactive