{"id":1265,"date":"2018-07-19T14:23:43","date_gmt":"2018-07-19T14:23:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/?p=1265"},"modified":"2021-08-19T23:15:28","modified_gmt":"2021-08-19T23:15:28","slug":"le-creuset-signature-vs-classic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/le-creuset-signature-vs-classic\/","title":{"rendered":"Le Creuset Signature vs Classic \u2013 What is the difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So, this is a quick post to go over the Le Creuset Signature vs Classic Dutch oven ranges. Before I start, it is clear that this is not a massive change between the two in terms of functionality nor design. Subtlety is the word here\u2026but there are a couple of important \u2018upgrades\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2qldZEe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check the latest price on the Signature range at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; background: #eeeeee;\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 id=\"summary-of-changes\"><strong>Summary of changes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Knob handle resistant to higher temperature<\/li>\n<li>Changes to logo and rim lines on lid<\/li>\n<li>Bigger handles with more finger room<\/li>\n<li>Better lid fitment<\/li>\n<li>Better quality enamel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"listen-to-this-post\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Listen to this post&#8230;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Le-Creuset-Signature-Vs-Classic-\u2013-What-Is-The-Difference.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"le-creuset-signature-vs-classic-read-more-in-detail\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Le Creuset Signature vs Classic: Read more in detail\u2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Classic is the older version of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/le-creuset-dutch-oven\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Le Creuset Dutch oven<\/a>, with the Signature line the new range. They still sell the classic but you should know the difference between the two. The Classic range is cheaper of the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to buy, I would suggest the Signature range for a couple of good reasons I will talk about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just on visual inspection, you may be able to notice a few subtle differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"knob-handles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Knob handles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first is the knob handles. You will notice that they are thicker on the Signature line and are easier to hold on to. The most important change here is the temperature they can go up to in the oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Signature handles can go up to 500F. The classic line had a maximum temperature of 375F. This means that you can cook at higher temperatures and cook things you would not be able to do in the classic range e.g. bake no knead bread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Related article<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/le-creuset-knob-oven-safe-replacement-metal-steel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Is Le Creuset knob oven safe?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"rim-lines-logo\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rim lines &amp; logo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying with the lid, there are some subtle changes to the design of the rim lines. They are now much more prominent. They look slightly more modern but the most obvious change is the \u2018Le Creuset\u2019 logo, it is more detailed than it was on the Classic line. The logo stands out much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"handles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Handles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next major difference is the handles. They are said to be 45% bigger according the Le Creuset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I think they are when comparing the two together. They look much wider and the number of fingers I can slide into the handle is different\u2026three fingers on the Classic, four fingers with a little wiggle room on the Signature range. This makes it much easier handle and move around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"lid-fitment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lid fitment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next big difference is the lid fitment. The new Signature range has a more tight-fitting lid than the classic line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They definitely feel more solid when you place them down, they don\u2019t have that wiggle with the lid on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"enamel\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enamel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The final difference is on the inside. The Signature line has a higher quality enamel than the Classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is more resistant to thermal shock and less likely to crack or chip. It is also more resistant to changes in color too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is important if you are worried about interior chipping as this is not normally covered by the warranty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"verdict\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jane-smythe.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1410\" width=\"77\" height=\"77\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jane-smythe.jpg 208w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jane-smythe-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jane-smythe-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jane-smythe-90x90.jpg 90w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/jane-smythe-130x130.jpg 130w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 77px) 100vw, 77px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So those are the differences, Le Creuset Signature vs Classic. Five pretty significant ones. It reflects the quality increase in Le Creuset and they are clearly apply new technology, especially with the enameling process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both versions are for sale but as you would expect, the Signature line is more expensive. For fans of Le Creuset, these will be welcome changes and they still offer you great value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><strong>Related article<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/le-creuset-signature-enameled-cast-iron-5%c2%bd-quart-review\/\">Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 5\u00bd-Quart Review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"review\" class=\"review-wrapper wp-review-973 wp-review-star-type wp-review-aqua-template delay-animation\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"review-heading\">\n\t\t\t<h5 id=\"le-creuset-signature-dutch-oven-5%c2%bd-quart-review\" class=\"review-title\">\n\t\t\t\tLe Creuset Signature Dutch Oven 5\u00bd-Quart Review\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h5>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"reviewed-item\">\n\n\t<div class=\"reviewed-item-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Le-Creuset-Signature-Enameled-Cast-Iron-5\u00bd-Quart-Round-French-Oven.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 5\u00bd-Quart Round French Oven\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Le-Creuset-Signature-Enameled-Cast-Iron-5\u00bd-Quart-Round-French-Oven.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Le-Creuset-Signature-Enameled-Cast-Iron-5\u00bd-Quart-Round-French-Oven-90x90.jpg 90w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Le-Creuset-Signature-Enameled-Cast-Iron-5\u00bd-Quart-Round-French-Oven-180x180.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"reviewed-item-data\"><p><strong class=\"reviewed-item-data-label\">Product Name:<\/strong> Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 5.5 Quart<\/p><p><strong class=\"reviewed-item-data-label\">Product Description:<\/strong> This is one of the most iconic Dutch ovens around, setting the standard for others to follow. In a wide array of colours to suit all tastes, this versatile Dutch oven is perfect for every cooking style. <\/p><ul class=\"review-links\" style=\"padding-left: 0; padding-right: 0;\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2qldZEe\" class=\"reviewed-item-link\">[ More ]<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"review-total-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"review-total-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<h5 id=\"overall\">Overall<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t<div>4.7<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"review-star review-total\">\n\t<div class=\"review-result-wrapper\"style=\"color: #d6d6d6;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"review-result\" style=\"width:94%; color:#6cb538;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .review-result -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- .review-result-wrapper -->\n\t\n<\/div><!-- .review-star -->\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"review-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Cooking<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"review-star\">\n\t<div class=\"review-result-wrapper\"style=\"color: #d6d6d6;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"review-result\" style=\"width:90%; color:#6cb538;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .review-result -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- .review-result-wrapper -->\n\t\n<\/div><!-- .review-star -->\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Build<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"review-star\">\n\t<div class=\"review-result-wrapper\"style=\"color: #d6d6d6;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"review-result\" style=\"width:100%; color:#6cb538;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .review-result -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- .review-result-wrapper -->\n\t\n<\/div><!-- .review-star -->\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Design<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"review-star\">\n\t<div class=\"review-result-wrapper\"style=\"color: #d6d6d6;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"review-result\" style=\"width:96%; color:#6cb538;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .review-result -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- .review-result-wrapper -->\n\t\n<\/div><!-- .review-star -->\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Value<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"review-star\">\n\t<div class=\"review-result-wrapper\"style=\"color: #d6d6d6;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"review-result\" style=\"width:90%; color:#6cb538;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fa fa-star\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .review-result -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- .review-result-wrapper -->\n\t\n<\/div><!-- .review-star -->\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"review-desc\">\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"review-summary-title\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A wonderful choice that you cannot be disappointed with. 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If anything, simply replace the handle so that you can use them at higher temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to keep the original though, often the older Dutch ovens become collector\u2019s items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/le-creuset-classic-dutch-oven.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"since-you-are-herecan-i-ask-you-a-favor\">Since you are here\u2026can I ask you a favor?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be really nice if you could&nbsp;<strong>share&nbsp;<\/strong>this image on&nbsp;<strong>social media<\/strong>\u2026it\u2019s just a couple of clicks for you but it means the world to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you so much<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"citations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Citations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Le_Creuset\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So, this is a quick post to go over the Le Creuset Signature vs Classic Dutch oven ranges. 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