These are replacement lid knobs for Revere Ware lids. Please use the information below and the pictures to make sure
they will fit your pot/pan/skillet/dutch oven lid before you buy. These parts are newly
manufactured by reverewareparts.com and are made to look and work just like original Revere Ware knob.
Material: Bakelite, brass
Includes: Bakelite knob with brass screw insert. The screw
insert is the female part inside the knob. This knob does NOT come with
a separate screw as all Revere Ware lids have a screw stud attached on
them. If you want to use this knob with another type of lid that does
not have a built in screw stud, you will need to purchase an 8/32
(stainless or brass) screw separately and cut it to the proper size.
Measurements: 1.7 in (43 mm) diameter, 0.75 in (19 mm) tall
Fits: All Revere Ware lids, vintage era and newer that have a similar looking knob. This knob may not fit Revere Ware lid styles that have a different looking knob.
Replaces: The part was called "Bakelite Cover Knob" and the original Revere number for this part was 2677. It was also referred to as part no. 625.
Screw Insert Notes
Most Revere Ware lids have nice long screws on them, but a some of them have a knob screw about half the height. When putting one of our new knobs onto one of the lids with the shorter screw, it will only grab a few threads. Don't over tighten the knobs or you risk stripping the threads.
Bakelite notes
Because Bakelite is somewhat brittle, over tightening a knob can cause the Bakelite to crack.
It is generally not a good idea to put Bakelite parts
in the oven; it can make them dull or in some cases crack. We do not
offer our Bakelite parts as oven-safe.
It is generally not a good idea to put Bakelite parts
in the dishwasher; the soap will eventually dull and dry out the
surface of the Bakelite. We do not offer our Bakelite parts as
dishwasher-safe.
Installation & Troubleshooting
If you have difficulty getting the old lid knob off, the screw can sometimes corrode, making it extremely difficult to get off. The only way we've found to get them off in this case is to grab them with a large pair of pliers and twist. In about one of four cases, the lid screw will break off. Replacement lids can be commonly found at thrift stores (more common than the Revere Ware pots and pans).
If the screw part does come off of the lid, one solution is to drill a hole through the center of the lid and use a screw to attach the knob. You will need a screw that is 8/32 thread size and the threaded part between 0.25-0.4 in long (6.5-10mm). Use a stainless steel or brass screw with a rounded (not beveled head).
In a small number of cases, the screw on the lid will be too short for our knobs. In this case, it is possible to make the knob fit by grinding down the Bakelite on the base of the knob (that part that comes in contact with the lid) with a belt sander.