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Sunday 11-5 CST | |  | Ice Buckets & Tongs | Home » » » » » OXO SteeL Ice Bucket and Ice Tongs with Tong Holder | | | | | | | Description: | | Sleek lines, soft curves and brushed stainless steel bring function and style to the OXO Steel Ice Bucket and Ice Tongs Set. Featuring double wall construction, soft grip and brushed stainless steel, this Ice Bucket is durable, comfortable and elegant. The perfect centerpiece at any party and the ideal companion to the OXO Steel 7-piece Barware Set. | | | Features: | |
• Double wall construction for insulation
• 4-quart capacity
• Soft grip for easy lifting and carrying
• Non-slip base protects all surfaces
• Removable Tong Holder attaches to Bucket lip while in use and then stores inside with the tongs.
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 8.8 inches | | Product Width:
| 8.8 inches | | Product Height:
| 8.8 inches | | Product Weight:
| 3.33 pounds | | Package Length:
| 9.0 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.9 inches | | Package Height:
| 8.7 inches | | Package Weight:
| 3.4 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 16 reviews |
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62 of 68 found the following review helpful:
 Poorly designed lidNov 14, 2006
By Niki M.
This is a gorgeous ice bucket. It is large and stylish. However, I cannot recommend it because of the lid. Unlike how it is portrayed in it's picture, the lid is actually attached to the bucket. You can't take it off. Instead, it pivots and swings up. The problem with this is that you cannot fill the bucket all the way up with ice because you have to leave a good amount of room at the top for the lid to swing on the insdide. And, because the lid is not removable, it gets in the way especially if you want to use this bucket as a champagne/wine cooler. Because when the lid is up, it cuts the top opening in half and you cannot remove a bottle from the narrow opening. Poor design flaw. I want a lid I can remove and put aside if I don't need it, rather than it sticking up in the way. You'll notice in OXO's main picture of this bucket on this site it is shown without the lid. Why? Because even they know (at least the photographer knows) the bucket will sell better looking that way. Hey OXO, that's the same look I wanted this bucket to have sitting on my bar!
Would it have killed OXO to put a knob or handle on the lid and let the consumer decide if they want the lid on or off? I swear sometimes I think manufacturers never bother actually testing out the things they design. If they had, surely they would have noticed how bad their lid idea was. Or they could have looked at every other ice bucket on the market and noticed theirs is the only one that has an attached lid. That should have been a clue to them that there are obvious merits to having a removable one.
To make matters worse, the lid is clear plastic. I don't understand why. First of all, it's an ice bucket! I think everyone knows ice is inside without needing to peek through a clear lid. Secondly, a metal lid will keep the temperature inside colder longer than than a plastic lid. That is why the bucket is made of metal, not plastic. Metal is a better conductor of heat and cold.
I wish I had noticed the lid before I purchased this bucket. I didn't pay close enough attention. I suppose I assumed it was a normal lid that came off like all the others, especially considering it is photographed that way! But as soon as I unpackaged this bucket, I took one good look at the lid and said, "Oh no!" Thankfully I bought the bucket from my local Bed Bath & Beyond making its return very easy. I am sorry I have to return it because this really is a nice looking bucket. However, I don't intend on spending $40 on an ice bucket to just sit there, look pretty, and receive compliments. That's my job as hostess :-). I need an ice bucket that is functional too.
Oh, well...my search for the perfect ice bucket continues.
15 of 15 found the following review helpful:
 Beautiful and functionalOct 26, 2006
By M. Andrews
I threw a party and truly, several people commented on the beautiful ice bucket. I kid you not. That made me feel good. Indeed, it is a great product. It keeps ice very cold and has a lid, and is great to look at. My two complaints are (1) the tong holder does not sit that securely, and several people knocked it to the ground accidentally throughout the night, and (2) the ice bucket itself is not dishwasher safe, but it does not tell you that anywhere in the packaging or in an insert. So now there's water inside, so I may have to get a new one.
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
 Good Ice BucketJan 02, 2008
By A. Crochet
Let me just say.... after reading the reviews about the lid I almost did not get it. But I went and looked at it at Bed Bath and Beyond and I decided the people who complained about this bucket are whiners..... The lid doesn't detach but that doesn't bother me personally because when you take it off you have to put it somewhere (taking up counter space) and then people don't put it back on. This way they get ice and flip it down SIMPLE.... and they make it sound like you can only fill it up halfway with ice which is totally not true.... You can fill it almost all the way to the top... the hinge for the lid is in the back of the bucket so barely any of the lid goes into the bucket when it is open ... maybe 2-3 inches of the back part of the bucket cannot be used.... this is a 1 GALLON bucket... it is larger than most other ice buckets anyway to make up for the little bit you cannot use... and you cant lose the lid.... I would def recommend this bucket to anyone who wants a very nice looking and functional ice bucket!!
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
Excellent product and companyJul 29, 2008
By J. Mehrtens
"Music and movie fanatic"
I have been very pleased with this bucket. The holder is a perfect place to keep the tongs, and the lid works great. I've been able to fill mine almost to the rim with ice without a problem, and I love that the lid flips open without having to set it somewhere. Some have complained about the capacity, but my opinion is if you need more ice, then you probably need to use a cooler. This has been ideal for parties with about 10 guests. In addition, after purchasing this, I had a problem with my tongs not opening correctly, so I emailed the company with my purchase information and asked for a replacement set of tongs. 2 weeks later I received an entire new ice bucket with tongs and holder in the mail free of charge. Excellent customer service and product!
8 of 9 found the following review helpful:
High-Quality Ice SaverAug 24, 2007
By Harry Wulforst
After several weeks of use, I am completely satisifed with
my OXO ice bucket. It's capacity (stores five trays easily)
and sturdy construction have made me a believer in this
product. It keeps ice longer (up to three hours) which makes
frequent refills unnecessary.
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