Our stainless steel stovetop water bath canners are handcrafted locally by the Amish and built with large gardens in mind. They are the largest, most durable stainless water bath canners we've found. Perfect for peaches, tomatoes, pears, pickles and more. Why use this product for water bath canning? Locally made in Ohio . Holds 15 quart jars or 18 pint jars (holds 36 pint jars with additional shelf - sold separately). Use as a huge stockpot - holds up to 50 qt!. 24 gauge, 304 stainless steel . Includes stainless steel water bath canning shelf to prevent jars from breaking. Works on woodstoves or gas hotplates. (Keep partly filled when in use). Stainless steel body with wooden handle grips. Extra-strong top edge wrapped around a 1/4" bar of solid stainless steel gives superior strength. Lead-free, silver soldered, "sandwich-locked" seams approved for direct contact with food. 13"H x 20-3/4"L x 11-3/4"W, 13 lb.. USA made . Note: Cannot be used on induction burners. Always follow USDA recommendations when canning.