French Rolling Pin, Wisconsin Black Cherry

Have not uses the pin yet. It appears to be very well made. Will add to the review after fist use.

First I'll admit that watching the Great British Baking Show is my inspiration for this purchase. I also researched rolling pins (at length) and learned why my "American Style" one is "crappy" (per snobby bakers LOL) and the difference between this one and a straight dowel. Given that I'm a novice... the dowel would probably be better for making sure the thickness is more even. Given that I'm no spring chicken and have had shoulder surgery (and need the other one fixed) this seemed like my best option.In the short time since I got it I've made hot water crust pastry a couple of times and bread rolls (lemon/poppyseed and cranberry/orange) twice and I absolutely love it. It's beautiful! I love the look and feel of wood and have been slowly weeding out the plastic from my kitchen. So this rolling pin makes my pioneer-woman wannabe heart happy. My only complaint would be that I have a DINKY kitchen with seriously limited space and so rolling out a nice rectangle for cinnamon rolls is a struggle with the size of this pin. But that's MY problem and not at all the fault of this pin. I love my new French Rolling Pin!!!!!NOTE... some of the reviews talk about it not being smooth enough. It's perfectly smooth... but not GLOSSY... and there is a reason for that! You want it to grip your dough a wee bit not slide over the top if it. (I did a BUNCH of research before my purchase!!!) So please ignore the ratings and comments of folks who are used to the American Style pins that have that perfectly smooth finish. The French know what they're doing when it comes to baking! Trust that this is done perfectly!

It's a rolling pin, not much to say about that. But it is really nice looking, I like the weight and it seems really sturdy. I would recommend it.

Been married 42 years and using the same old red-handled rolling pin. Finally broke and my husband couldn't fix it ... again. I found another heavier one, but dough stuck to it, it was a mess and too heavy. So I ordered this one. Kinda like the three bears. This one is JUST RIGHT! Firstly, it is beautifully made of Wisconsin hard maple, the gorgeous wood from my native state - so it is just a bit sentimental. Secondly, it works perfectly! I used a butcher block oil on it and let it sit. Probably didn't need to, but I did on my old models. I made a quick chapati recipe to see how thin I could roll it. Hardly needed any extra flour to keep it from sticking - I mean maybe 1/2 tsp; maybe didn't need any. Smooth rolling, smooth dough. I am now in love with my rolling pin. Thank you so much!

I love this rolling pin. It works better than a conventional one with all the bearings, etc. It not only works better, it is supper easy to keep clean. I wish I would have purchased one these a long time ago! I now buy them as gifts for friends and family and everyone loves them!

I bought the Maple tapered rolling pin. It is a beautiful work of "art" -- the craftsmanship is apparent at first glance. The pride in the workmanship was evident by the way it was shipped -- very carefully wrapped. This is replacing an 'american' style rolling pin with handles -- my first rolling pin that I've had for about 50 years. It's still in good shape but I decided to treat myself and 'upgrade' to the french tapered style rolling pin. I highly recommend buying from Antiques of Tomorrow -- beautiful item. Made in USA :-) You won't be disappointed.

Simple, yet well made. Looks very nice. My wife was happy with it, and it feels good to use. I know that I could have found something cheaper, but I’m glad to pay a little more for this rolling pin.

I waited years to get a new rolling pin. My previous experience with rolling pins discouraged me from buying a new one. I am glad I bought this French rolling pin. Thanks to this beautifully made rolling pin, I am able to make perfectly round rotis, puris and tortillas. I should have tried to bake something using this rolling pin but so far I'm having so much fun making perfect rotis. Buy it, you won't regret your purchase. I highly recommend this product to everyone.