Martha Stewart Bainford 21" Large Beech Wood Rolling Pin

Solid, smooth-rolling

Better that expected

Thought this looked like a quality product, but was stiff and hard to maneuver initially. Thought it would get easier after using a few times but even after many uses it was still hard to roll and we eventually gave up on the rolling pin. Didn't qualify for a refund or replacement because it was after the 30 day replacement period. Might just be one lemon in the bunch. If you order one and it is hard to use right away, then send it back before 30 days elapse, don't think it will loosen up.

Need a new one, glad I picked this one.

Had this rolling pin for 3 months now. We make pizza once a week (6 personal sized), that’s about all it’s used for. I like: the size, 11 3/8 inches wide. Oiled with food grade oil (avocado I think) and it’s pretty. I don’t like: the plastic end caps (holding in the rolling rod) come out and then they stopped staying in altogether. Super annoying. My husband epoxied them in. Don’t love that near my food, but they haven't come out again. The metal rolling rod bends as I roll. I’m not trying to be especially aggressive, just applying some pressure. I’m not sure how long it will last. I want to like it, I like the wood, but 3 months in and already having issues. Guess I’ll have to buy higher quality next time. I’ll be looking for a stronger rolling rod and end caps that can’t fall out.

This is a big rolling pin! And a great value at the current price of $19. It's heavy enough to take some fatigue off your arms and shoulders when rolling out dough, but not so heavy as to be truly cumbersome. The wood is not as smooth as I expected. It's not exactly splintery, but it's got a noticable texture. It takes more effort to clean for this reason. I have very delicate skin from a connective tissue disorder, so the handles would rub my hands raw if I was baking all day. Fortunately, I only need to use rolling pins occasionally or briefly. All my other pins have smooth barrels and smooth handles, so it seems strange this one was manufactured this way. I also noticed when rolling across a smooth table that the barrel or rod isn't completely straight, as it wobbles slightly. It's not a total deal breaker, but evidence that this is more of an economy pin than a premium product. There are plastic connectors next to the handles, which I am guessing will be the first thing to wear out. This is a fine product for the occasional baker, but not a professional tool or something I'd pass down to my kids.

Nice Roller for making homemade pizza!!! Smooth wood surface for rolling the most stubborn doughs. Can press hard with worrying about breaking this. Very heavy duty solid beech wood. Trust you found this review honest and helpful:-)

Description is misleading; It is 21 from end of handle to end of handle (Not the rolling surface).