Ruffoni Opus Prima Hammered Stainless Steel Stockpot

Opus Prima, meaning “first” in Latin, is the first collection in the world to bring the traditional copper hammering technique to clad stainless steel, a material beloved by chefs and home cooks for its fast, uniform heat distribution and induction-compatible surface. In true Ruffoni tradition, each piece is hand-hammered by master coppersmiths at the company’s Italian atelier, then mirror polished to a luminous finish that is as beautiful on the table as it performs on the stovetop.

Tailored for smaller families or multi-course menus, the Opus Prima Stockpot is a compact, versatile pot ideal for soups, minestrone, grains, and vegetables. Paired with the matching 9.5″ Pasta Insert (sold separately), it becomes the ultimate pasta maker, letting you lift perfectly al dente pasta without pouring the precious starchy water down the drain. Leaf-adorned handles provide a secure grip, and the lid is crowned by a bronze knob silver plated by partner silversmiths in Milan.

At the core is a thick layer of super-conductive aluminum alloy for exceptional thermal responsiveness so food heats evenly and never burns or overcooks. The stainless steel interior is practical and easy to clean, while the hammered exterior is induction-ready and built to last for generations.

• First collection in the world to bring traditional copper hammering to clad stainless steel
• Thick super-conductive aluminum core for fast, even heat distribution
• Brushed stainless steel interior is practical, scratch-resistant, and easy to clean
• Hammered exterior hand-finished by master coppersmiths at Ruffoni’s Italian atelier
• Leaf-adorned handles for a secure, elegant grip
• Lid crowned by bronze knob silver plated by partner silversmiths in Milan
• Ideal for soups, minestrone, grains, and vegetables
• Compatible with matching 9.5″ Pasta Insert for perfect al dente pasta (sold separately)
• Available in 6 qt. and 8 qt. sizes

• Manufacturer: Ruffoni
• Materials: Stainless steel, aluminum
• Dimensions:
  • 6 qt.: 13″L x 9.5″W x 5″H (7.5″ with lid); 6 lbs.
  • 8 qt.: 14″L x 10″W x 5.5″H (8.5″ with lid); 6.5 lbs
• Warranty: Lifetime
• Made in Italy

• Hand washing recommended
• Oven safe up to 450°F
• Not broiler safe
• Compatible with all stovetops, including induction