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🍳 Product Identification
This is a fully restored vintage cast iron skillet, specifically a #10 Erie 2nd Series from before Griswold Manufacturing took over. This particular series is known for its distinctive features, including the "Erie" lettering on the bottom of the pan, the visible size marking, and the early "bullseye" makers mark. It's an excellent example of Pre-Griswold craftsmanship, with a smooth cooking surface and integrated pour spouts.
🏭 Manufacturer Synopsis
Griswold Manufacturing, under the Erie brand, was renowned for producing some of the finest quality cast iron cookware in the United States. This skillet dates back to the late 1880s to early 1890s, a period when cast iron was a kitchen staple and manufacturing standards were exceptionally high. Pieces from this era are highly sought after by collectors and chefs for their lighter weight, incredibly smooth surface, and superior heat retention and distribution, which is a significant improvement over many modern castings.
⚙️ Physical Condition
+ Crack Condition: 5 (Perfect: Absolutely no evidence of any cracks, past or present.)
+ Spin Condition: 5 (Perfect: The skillet is perfectly flat and has no spin whatsoever. It sits dead-flat on + any smooth, flat surface.)
+ Wobble Condition: 4.5 (Excellent: Tiny, imperceptible movement that settles instantly.)
+ Interior Surface Rating: 4.5 (Excellent: A few isolated, pin-prick size pits, scratches, and/or flea-bites on the cooking surface that are barely noticeable and do not affect cooking performance.)
+ Exterior Surface Rating: 4.5 (Excellent: A few isolated, pin-prick size pits, scratches, and/or flea bites on the exterior that are barely noticeable and do not detract significantly from the aesthetic.)
📏 Physical Dimensions
+ Diameter/Length: 12 inches / 30.5 cm
+ Depth/Height: 2.25 inches / 5.7 cm
+ Handle Length: 5 inches / 12.7 cm
+ Overall Length (pan + handle): 17.5 inches / 44.5 cm
+ Approximate Weight: 5.5 lbs / 2.5 kg
✨ Restoration Process Overview
This vintage cast iron skillet has been meticulously restored using a professional-grade process to bring it back to a beautiful, usable, and collectible state. The process involves:
(1) Lye Bath: We start with a lye bath using a ~1M (Molar) Sodium Hydroxide solution to safely remove all old seasoning and carbon buildup.
(2) Hydrolysis: Rust, if any, is removed using a gentle hydrolysis process with ~10 Amperes (A) to ensure the integrity of the iron is maintained.
(3) Triple Oven Seasoning: The final step is a triple seasoning process using multiple thin layers of Flaxseed Oil, baked on at high temperatures. This creates a durable, non-stick finish that is ready for cooking right out of the box.
⭐ Key Highlights
This vintage cast iron skillet is more than just a piece of cookware; it's a piece of American history. Its high-quality construction and smooth cooking surface provide a superior cooking experience, ensuring excellent heat retention and even heat distribution. Its heirloom quality means it can be passed down for generations. By choosing this restored skillet, you are not only acquiring a beautiful, functional, and collectible cookware item, you are also making an eco-friendly choice by giving a new life to a classic piece of kitchen history.
🚚 Customer Service & Shipping
(1) ♻️ Eco-Friendly: Giving Boxes a Second Act! We're all about sustainability here! To minimize waste, we frequently reuse clean, sturdy shipping materials. So, don't be surprised if your box has a little character – it's just playing its role in helping the environment (and our budget!).
(2) 🆕 New packaging is always an option if you prefer; just ask! We use primarily paper/cardboard to minimize our plastic footprint.
🤖 Disclaimer:
Parts of this description were created with Google Gemini AI [2.5 Pro] using a highly targeted and meticulously crafted prompt for a high degree of accuracy.
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$550.00