Cook N Home Tri-ply Clad metal construction is a combination of 18/10 stainless steel with an aluminum core creating a permanent bond of metal allowing heat to pass through the whole pan along the bottom and up. The sidewall gives you a maximum cooking performance. The Cook N Home Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel Skillet Fry Pan has a riveted handle for strength and an open V-shaped design with air-flow technology that keeps the handle cooler and more comfortable to hold.