Le Creuset Whistling Stovetop Kettle, 1.6L

We bought one of these kettles a little over 5 years ago. There is a reason that the guarantee on them is 5 years. The coating on the inside of ours has started breaking down and peeling off. I would expect more from something advertised as a quality product.

I would not recommend this product to a friend.

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Our electric kettle packed up and, as we are trying to save on electricity, my husband bought me one of these for Christmas.

A good size, looks very pretty and at home on my gas stove. I've noticed the whistle is louder the longer you leave it on the gas (obviously!) and if I use a larger gas ring. The Caribbean blue has the trademark Le Creuset ombre effect and the handle never gets too hot to handle!

Worth the money, a very good quality product. Read more

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2 out of 5 stars

Rusts in less than 2 years

Item reviewed: Mist Grey (no longer available)

Review by Margaretha W. on 1 December 2020, over 1 year after purchase

Verified Owner

We have used this kettle daily since we purchased it in May 2019. It has rusted on the bottom on the inside. It has not been left with water in it so there is no reason for it to rust in such a short time.

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This is a sturdy and very good-looking kettle, with a lovely whistle when the water comes to a boil. But, I am not happy with the way this kettle looks inside, I'm not even sure if I should be using it.

The enamel inside has 'pock marks' and the cast iron shows through, this is my second kettle (exactly the same) and both have had this flaw. My kettle is four years old and is seldom used. Read more

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This looks so beautiful and cute on the stove top! It works really well - I drink tea all the time now.

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This is a very good looking kettle that works as well as expected.

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This kettle is light, nifty, attractive and a great asset if you want to avoid using electricity to heat water.

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Beautiful with a lovely whistle!

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5 out of 5 stars

Love this kettle

Item reviewed: Cerise

Review by Vincent D. on 18 November 2013

Boils your water really fast and the whistle gets louder the longer you leave it on the stovetop.

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5 out of 5 stars

It's a beautiful statement on its own!

Item reviewed: Black Nickel (no longer available)

Review by Robinn K. on 13 December 2013, 3 days after purchase

Verified Owner

I love this kettle - it is beautiful and works perfectly. I am also thrilled that it doesn't easily get fingerprints on the shiny finish. Now I have 2!

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I love this Kettle, it is absolutely beautiful and works great.

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I love the kettle - excellent quality and a perfect accessory to my traditional kitchen.

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I am so glad I got this Flaming Hottie in my life. It just brightens up my kitchen and it works much better than I anticipated it would.
I absolutely LOVE my Flame and LOVE Yuppiechef!

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4 out of 5 stars

Beautiful kettle

Item reviewed: Soleil (no longer available)

Review by Kerry L. on 11 August 2014, 18 days after purchase

Verified Owner

The kettle looks too gorgeous for words. It boils very quickly on the double ring burner, and the whistle is extremely vigorous! I can hear it from the bottom of the garden. Sometimes the spout drips a bit when I'm pouring, which is my reason for giving this product 4 stars. Overall, I'm thrilled with my purchase.

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The idea of ridding my kitchen of an electric kettle appealed to me now we have gas, and this kettle is near perfect. The colour, wow, that yellow, so bright and cheery, the construction is great quality and the sound from the whistle when the kettle is boiled is as old school as you can get. Takes no longer than 3 minutes to boil a full kettle.

My only concern is it drips from the base when pouring, like so many spouted products do. I am not sure if it is me making a mistake but all I'm doing is pouring, slow - fast it makes no difference.

Still that is a minor gripe, I love the kettle! Read more

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5 out of 5 stars

My First Le Creuset!

Item reviewed: Black Nickel (no longer available)

Review by Hanri P. on 13 November 2014, 3 months after purchase

Verified Owner

My husband spoiled me with my first Le Creuset item ever for my birthday! It is a little gem in my kitchen and I'm totally in love with it. Love the little whistle and the fact that it works on my induction stove. AND it makes the coffee taste better ;)

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Love its looks and love its whistle. A great kitchen companion. Wanted one for a long time.

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Always wanted one... love it

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5 out of 5 stars

Lovely looking kettle

Item reviewed: Marseille Blue (no longer available)

Review by Michelle C. on 20 November 2014, 14 days after purchase

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My first whistling kettle! It is beautiful and functional. The handle shifts to the side to allow for easy filling and cleaning. I boil water on the induction stove plate, and it only uses a tiny amount of electricity :)

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Not just a good looker but a wonder worker with the load shedding!

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This kettle is perfect for everyday use, especially with load shedding. Looks beautiful in the kitchen. Whistling helps if you got use to electric kettles that switches off automatically. Easy to clean!

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Makes boiling water and making tea "better". Switching on an electric kettle is boring, firing up your gas stove and waiting to hear your kettle whistle is the way forward! It only takes marginally longer than an electric kettle to boil and you save on electricity. I love mine!

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Works like a dream. Love the whistling sound it makes when water has boiled! :)

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This kettle was bought as a Christmas gift for our son and he is absolutely thrilled with it. It works well on their new induction cooker too.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love at first sight

Item reviewed: Cerise

Review by Mariette M. on 25 December 2014, 11 days after purchase

Verified Owner

Best buy ever. This kettle looks classy and works great.

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I am loving my Le Creuset kettle, in lovely soleil yellow!

It doesn't take too long to boil, and the whistling sound is clear so you know exactly when its ready. It's the right amount of water for a few cups of tea. It's very attractive, so I store/display it on a shelf in my kitchen. Makes load shedding less annoying, as I can still make a cup of tea on my gas stove with this genius little kettle! Read more

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I've always wanted a Le Crueset Whistling kettle because they're just so... pretty. Of course you'd expect top quality to go with that extraordinary finish and, despite my limited knowledge of stovetop kettles, the quality really does seem to be there. It's incredibly sturdy, the heat induction is great and the water boils just fine. My only critique is that the whistle doesn't really live up to the whole experience. It's rather weak and sputtery, unlike the robust tweeet we used to get from our cheapie tin whistling kettle. The point, though, is that I now have a wonderful kettle that looks great and boils water awesomely. Read more

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Beautiful product that works like a charm!

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This is one our load shedding purchases - we have a gas hob but when Eskom drops the ball, we were resorting to boiling water in a pot. The Le Creuset whistler was a no-brainer. Looks so awesome it can live on the stove permanently as a focal point even!

If this rating system had half-stars, I'd take a half star off for the low whistling noise. I've got a camping kettle with a whistle on it too and you can hear that thing from miles away, the Le Creuset I'm not even sure we'd hear it from the dining room. But it doesn't warrant taking a full star off as the kettle works awesome, heats up fast and looks great. Read more

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4 out of 5 stars

My First Whistling Kettle

Item reviewed: Cerise

Review by Nirvana J. on 31 March 2015, 3 months after purchase

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Bright bold kettle! It is lightweight when empty and has a decent capacity and has these bumps on the inside that tell you the maximum level you can fill it to. I have a newer one (arrived in March 2015) and the whistle is VERY loud. The reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because the lid fits extremely tight and I have very much trouble getting it open and closing it again. I sometimes fill it through the spout. But it seems to be getting easier to open and close the more I use it. The other problem is the label that was stuck on the underside of the is very difficult to remove. But other than that it's a great kettle. Read more

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Very pleased with this product - particularly with load shedding. Pours very well and colour and general feel is excellent.

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5 out of 5 stars

Useful & pretty

Item reviewed: Cerise

Review by Karen V. on 29 May 2015, 11 days after purchase

Verified Owner

Perfect addition to gas top stove that saves the day during load shedding and it looks beautiful on display.

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After installing a gas hob a few years ago, I have been through a number of stovetop kettles as after a couple of months the whistles detach from the springs due to the steam.... not this one! I have had my Le Creuset Kettle for over a year and it still works like a bomb!

The 1.7 Litre is perfect for a family and boils relatively fast for a stovetop kettle. A bonus is that it looks fantastic in my modern kitchen.

You will not regret buying this product!!! Read more

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Awesome kettle, making our "load shedding" days in South Africa effortless!

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Living in South Africa today, we have to have a gas hob and with this stylish addition on the top of the stove, coffee time is just that much nicer! Apart from its gorgeous looks, it works like a breeze! Love it!

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Very pretty kettle, works very well, happy with my purchase.

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Really love this product, hopefully will be able to use it on a gas stove one day but for now normal stovetop will have to do :)

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Love my whistling retro stove top kettle, works perfectly on gas when there is load shedding and works perfectly on my induction plate too.

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This is a really nice stove top kettle. We have a gas stove, so this kettle is ideal during loadshedding. Adds some colour to the kitchen too! One thing to add though, the sticker they stick on the kettle is mighty difficult to get off before the first use!

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Amazing kettle - worth every cent.

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A lovely practical gift or addition to your own kitchen. Super efficient and attractive to look at. Catches the eye and works well.

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Beautiful and functional, as expected!

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I am so chuffed with my new kettle. It is the perfect size. The colour is gorgeous and brings a fresh splash of colour to my new kitchen. I LOVE it and so do all my visitors. I am so thrilled I bought it.

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Wonderful product, enjoying every moment.

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I love the cheerful whistle letting me know I can make a cuppa. Love it.

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We recently purchased this kettle & are thrilled with it - looks beautiful & has a whistle which cannot be ignored!

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It was worth my pennies. It is such a novelty that it makes the kitchen more fun to be in and it makes my kitchen extra good looking. I recently revamped the kitchen, and this was a perfect accessory to add to the cherry on top. Get it! You know you want it. You won't regret. The only thing I found is that the lid is hard to come off, not sure if it is only mine. But still makes my heart tingle.

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4 out of 5 stars

Le Creuset Pink Kettle

Item reviewed: Pink (no longer available)

Review by Janine T. on 1 June 2018, 14 days after purchase

Verified Owner

This kettle is great! I love mine. Just be careful not handle it roughly as it can chip.

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Absolutely loving my stove top kettle. Not only are we saving on electricity by using gas but it is also a feature in the kitchen. A feature with a pop of colour. Bringing the kettle to boil has never been this exciting!

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Love how it looks but a word of warning! You have to learn a whole new way to pour the water out as it comes out very unevenly and makes a mess and you could get scalded. Design flaw?

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I love the fact that I received a welcome card. The product is amazing and I love it.

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The kettle really is well designed: well balanced, not too heavy, doesn't spill and the lid stays on when pouring. The whistling gets progressively louder. And it's attractive sitting on the hob. You get what you pay for.

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Great product – just what I expected.

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Great quality, good size, handle doesn’t warm up with the kettle, a must-have in a kitchen.

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4 out of 5 stars

Not just a pretty face

Item reviewed: Pink (no longer available)

Review by Pauline D. on 6 October 2018, 1 month after purchase

Verified Owner

Beautiful addition to my kitchen! Makes coffee and tea taste so much smoother. Just a word of caution: always wait at least ten seconds after turning off the heat to pour water (the ‘overexcited’ bubbling boiling water loves jumping out of the spout and onto your hands when you pour any quicker!). Love.

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I love the whistling sound it makes in the morning, it is like it is signaling to me that I am alive and well.

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Great product and great service from Yuppiechef!

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Just a great all round kettle! Tough and sturdy!

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I have really enjoyed my new product...especially when we are experiencing power cuts!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Not just a pretty face

Item reviewed: Mist Grey (no longer available)

Review by Alice B. on 13 April 2019, 19 days after purchase

Verified Owner

This kettle is both beautiful to look at and really efficient. The handle folds down which is very convenient when storing it away... if you’d ever be inclined to not have it on full display in your kitchen. It’s easy to use, quick to boil and lovely to look at. Definitely worth the little bit extra in price as it’ll most likely be the last stovetop kettle that I ever buy.

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Excellent product. Love my kettle.

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Lovely addition to my kitchen, love the color.

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Eskom getting you down? Get yourself this kettle! Lights are out but you can still make a delicious cup of tea or coffee.
It's stylish so we leave it out on the stovetop. No need to hide it away. My daughter also loves the old school whistle saying it's ready!

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This was an indulgent purchase, but so glad I made it. I love my new kettle, which boils water quickly and whistles. A great electricity-saving kitchen tool. It looks gorgeous too, on my gas stove. I was a bit worried the white might discolour from the flames, but no issues so far.

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Beautiful yet functional kettle

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5 out of 5 stars

Colourful joy - even in the dark

Item reviewed: Marseille Blue (no longer available)

Review by Tracey M. on 17 September 2020, 24 days after purchase

Verified Owner

I was hesitant about the kettle as it looked much bigger than it is. We ordered the 1.6L which is surprisingly compact but sits beautifully on the gas hob. Water stays warm. The whistle gets louder the longer you leave it.
Other people complain about spilling when they pour. You definitely need to follow the instructions. As a rule I only "prepare" my tea/coffee in my cup once the kettle has boiled and been turned off; if you pop the whistle open during that time the spout and water cool down enough that the water is not still boiling as you pour it.
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We love our new kettle, it saves some counter space and adds a great pop of colour to the kitchen. We're using it on an induction stove and found it takes about 7-8 minutes to boil if the kettle is filled to the max line.

I was worried at first that I would accidentally burn myself, but those fears have gone away now. The whistle, handle, and even the metal part of the handle stay cool to the touch. Just move it off the heat & wait a few seconds before lifting the whistle to avoid the steam.

Some reviews mentioned dripping, that's not the case at all - when you lift the whistle & pour there's no dripping.

My only criticism would be that the lid is a little difficult to take off at times, but that's really a minor inconvenience :) Read more

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I adore this kettle. Just be cautious - when the kettle has boiled and is hot - it scratches easily if you bump it. Mine is already scratched and is less than a month old - and it just detracts from its beauty.

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This is the best "from me from me" purchase ever! I am in love with the stunning blue colour and the fact that this kettle boils quickly despite looking chunky, and the singing is music to my ears.

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Love my whistling kettle. It is so convenient... especially with load shedding. The whistling is also just so charming and it looks beautiful on my stove top while saving counter space. It is amazing quality and value for money.

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Beside that it looks good it boils water quickly and keeps it warm longer. Elegant.

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Great product - does not spill when pouring - love the whistle and the colour we got.

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Looks beautiful on my stovetop, perfect size and whistling. Highly recommended.

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I'm so in love with my kettle.

It took me two weeks after receiving it to open because I wasn't sure if I needed it, also I wasn't sure about the colour.

Ohhhh, the colour is unique and the kettle doesn't look cheap. It is easy to clean grease splash, so worth the price.

Great investment even my 9-year-old son agrees!

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The kettle very quickly heats and whistles! Beautiful lines and colour, strongly built and easily to store as the handle drops down.

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Great quality, and looks amazing!

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A must-have if you have a gas hob and need a cuppa during loadshedding.

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This was our second kettle of this exact make and model. It comes with a 5-year warranty. The first one rusted inside after a couple of years and was kindly replaced.

Now the second kettle is doing the same (again after 2 and a half years) and we'll once more be returning it, but will this time replace it with another brand!

What kind of kettle rusts on the inside? Very disappointing.

I would have given it 1 star, but since it's very pretty to look at (it really is!) and they were happy to replace it, I made it 2. Read more

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I am very proud to show it off and definitely have no regrets on purchasing this beautiful, retro whistling tea kettle, the bold color, the design, everything about is chic. I'll definitely be buying another one pretty soon, preferably another bold colour...cerise maybe.

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I am trying very hard to get a better word than AMAZING, but this is it. We are celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary this year and this kettle was the best ever present to give each other!

The amount of water being cooked is more than enough for a few cups of coffee, the handle does not get warm and the silver stays shiny! Master craftsmanship, value for money and overall WOW, are but a few words to describe our kettle.

Very much impressed and will definitely recommend the kettle to one and all - thank you Le Creuset and Yuppiechef once again! Read more

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It's difficult to imagine that Le Creuset would let their brand be associated with such poor design.

In the pouring of a freshly boiled kettle, one is left wondering how this ever passed any QA. The spout is ineffective in design to the point that water splutters everywhere and drips.

On reflection, it's not difficult to understand why this was on special in the first place. Read more

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I loved the kettle till it started rusting inside — for this price it shouldn't rust. It was a gift to my mom — we are very disappointed.

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I think I would recommend it to people if they didn't have a wooden table or counter as it drips when pouring so could leave water damage on the counter. I love the kettle, the look, the size and the whistle! The only negative comment is the dripping when pouring. I have exchanged the product for another Le Creuset model!

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Like others I like the overall quality, colour, general look and ease of cleaning. BUT, it is just about impossible to pour from the kettle without dripping/leaking - the one thing a kettle really should be able to do (esp one of this ilk) is to pour easily without spilling water everywhere. It is also excessively heavy which exacerbates the pouring problem. Very disappointed :-(

I would not recommend this product to a friend.

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Crema - even with instant coffee!

An excellent product.

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