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users  What kind of problems arise from purchasing inexpensive
carbon steel woks? It would be for occasional use only and had
my eye on this one frugal item in particular:  not at the
expense of occupying kitchen space, if not a good item. Should I
be looking for something heavier? Tia!    1. Click to Upload a
photo (10 MB limit)   1. I don't have exactly this wok, but I
have something very similar:        It is on the thin side.
Therefore it is very easy to handle, but it is more easy to warp
(change shape).      2 Replies     1. re: Chemicalkinetics
Chem - in your home kitchen environment, I assume that you're
not worried about warping and in need of replacement? I'm
thinking it would last a lifetime.        1. re: rosetown
Hey Buddy,          Actually, my thin Williams Sonoma wok
warpped on me within the first two-three days. Very minor, but I
can feel it. I think warping also depend what kind of bottom we
are talking about too.