On Sep 30, 3:39*pm, "Nexis" > wrote:
> I received a copper "braising pan" as a gift. It has a tinned interior. I am
> wondering what is the best way to clean the outside, which is all copper, so
> that it will maintain it's beauty. I know there are alot of home remedies,
> so to speak, but I've also read that some can shorten the life of the
> copper. Any ideas?
>
> thanks,
>
> kimberly
> --http://eating-sandiego.blogspot.com

The polish I use on my grandma's copper boiler is "Red Bear." It's a
paste. It works great. Any polishing substance will take microscopic
bits off the metal.

Unless your pan is displayed, I wouldn't bother to polish it.

N.