Description
The Stove Top Kettle, Simplex Kensington No. 3 from Newey & Bloomer is a masterful creation. The original whistling Simplex tea kettle by Newey & Bloomer – The Kensington – was first created in 1903 – and continues to be handcrafted in Birmingham, England using the same traditional hand-spinning techniques that were first used over 100 years ago.
Taking over a month to produce, each tea kettle is made from the highest grade copper. The Kensington No 1 Simplex tea kettle retains its natural beauty radiating warm, rich and opulent tones of highly-polished natural copper and will take centre stage in any kitchen.
Every Simplex kettle by Newey & Bloomer from the Kensington Collection is unique, proudly hallmarked with ‘Made in England’ and will whistle on boiling to let you know it’s time for tea!
The Kensington Simplex kettle is perfect for use on both gas and electric stoves, please note that these are not suitable for use on induction hobs without an induction hob adaptor.
Please note, each Kettle is made to order. There is a 4-6 week lead time from when the order is placed.
Material:
Body: 100% Solid Copper
Exterior: Polished Copper
Embellishments: Solid Brass
Interior Lining: Molten Tin
Handle: Beechwood
100% Lead-Free
Size:
Capacity: 1.7 litres / 1.9 quarts
Width overall: 10″
Diameter of base: 8″
Depth: 8″
Height: 9″
Newey & Bloomer Simplex tea kettles are all handmade and as such, overall dimensions may vary slightly from those shown above.
Features:
All Simplex Kettles by Newey & Bloomer are 100% lead-free.
100% Solid copper kettle body.
Luxurious and warm polished copper exterior.
Newey & Bloomer signature spout with centre seam, birds mouth spout, designed to give a perfect, even pour.
Whistles through the lid when water reaches boiling point.
“Stay cool” hand turned solid beechwood handle.
Handmade in England by master copper artisans.
Traditional, authentic design that has been loves across the globe for generations.
Suitable for Gas and Electric stoves.
Not suitable for hot plates such as AGAs and Rayburns or induction hobs without an induction hob adaptor.
Newey & Bloomer 12 month warranty.
Made in Great Britain
Simplex Kettles by Newey & Bloomer are the leading British brand for whistling, solid copper tea kettles for over 100 years. The kettles are manufactured in Birmingham – the heart of England – retaining manufacturing traditions that have been passed down over the generations. Only the purest and finest copper and brass is used and spin by hand. Each handmade spout is lined with tin, delicately curved in just the right places with a little ‘bird’s mouth’ spout at the end to ensure a smooth, optimum pour. Newey & Bloomer patented the Simplex Kettle design with a whistling lid in the early 1900s. Today, they continue to manufacture by hand to the same exacting standards to ensure the nostalgic sound of the Simplex Kettle whistle lives on for generations.
