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🍳✨ Product Identification ✨🍳
This is a fully restored vintage cast iron skillet, a classic Wagner Ware Sidney O - #6 - 1056C model. It features a smooth cooking surface, an integrated handle, and the iconic Wagner Ware logo on the bottom.
⭐✨ Manufacturer Synopsis ✨⭐
Wagner Ware is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, earning a reputation for producing some of the finest cast iron cookware ever made. This particular cast iron skillet was manufactured in the mid-20th century, likely between the 1930s and 1960s. During this time, Wagner pieces were highly sought after for their robust construction, incredibly smooth interiors, and their role as a kitchen staple. The smooth casting of this era is a stark contrast to the rougher textures found on modern cast iron, making these pieces especially desirable for collectors and home chefs alike. This skillet is a true piece of American-made cookware history.
👀✨ Physical Condition ✨👀
Here are the specific condition ratings for this skillet, using our 5-point scale:
- Crack Condition: 5 (Perfect: Absolutely no evidence of any cracks, past or present.)
- Spin Condition: 3 (Good: The skillet rocks significantly or spins more than a quarter turn when nudged or pressed.)
- Wobble Condition: 4 (Excellent: Tiny, imperceptible movement that settles instantly.)
- Interior Surface Pitting Rating: 5 (Perfect: The cooking surface is uniformly smooth with absolutely no visible pitting.)
- Exterior Surface Pitting Rating: 5 (Perfect: The exterior surfaces (sides, bottom, handle) are uniformly smooth with absolutely no visible pitting.)
📏✨ Physical Dimensions ✨📏
- Diameter: 9 inches / 23 cm
- Depth: 2 inches / 5 cm
- Handle Length: 4.25 inches / 11 cm
- Overall Length: 13.5 inches / 34 cm
- Approximate Weight: 4 lbs / 1.8 kg
🔥✨ Restoration Process Overview ✨🔥
This vintage cast iron piece has undergone a meticulous, multi-step restoration to bring it back to a like-new state. The process is a labor of love, designed to remove years of built-up carbon and rust without damaging the integrity of the skillet.
(1) Lye Bath: The skillet was soaked in a ~1M (Molar) Sodium Hydroxide bath to effectively strip away old seasoning and carbon buildup.
(2) Hydrolysis: For thorough rust removal, the skillet was treated with a low-voltage electrolysis tank, utilizing approximately 10 Amperes (A) of current. This process safely and gently removes any remaining rust.
(3) Triple Oven Seasoning: Finally, the skillet received a triple layer of seasoning using Flaxseed Oil. Each layer was baked on at high temperatures, creating a smooth, durable, and naturally non-stick surface that's ready to use right out of the box.
✨✨ Key Highlights ✨✨
- Superior Cooking Performance: Once fully heated, this skillet provides remarkable heat retention and distribution, ensuring food cooks evenly.
- Collectible & Heirloom Quality: A timeless piece of collectible cookware, this skillet is built to last for generations. It's not just a cooking tool; it's a piece of history you can use every day.
- Eco-Friendly Choice: By choosing this restored skillet, you are giving a new life to a classic piece, reducing waste and supporting sustainable practices.
- Durable & Built to Last: With proper care, this skillet will only get better with age, developing a richer, more non-stick patina with every use.
📦✨ Packaging & 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 [1.5 Pro] using a highly targeted and meticulously crafted prompt for a high degree of accuracy.
🔍 Additionally: Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, special requests, or would like a physical confirmation of the items dimensions.
$125.00