A lidless straight-sided pan in 24 cm is not a compromise but a choice. You can sear, glaze and deglaze without steam gathering under a lid, and 24 cm is the size that fits a whole chicken breast, a couple of chops or a good amount of vegetables without them steaming instead of frying.
CopperBond with five layers and a copper core. Handmade in Italy, induction-safe, oven-safe to 315 degrees. Hand-washing recommended.