Lodge Wildlife Series - 10.25 Inch Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Deer Scene and Assist Handle, Black

Cast iron pans are one of those things that people either love or hate; I’ve never heard anyone say they ‘sort of like’ cooking with cast iron. Much of the dislike comes from not knowing how to care for cast iron, and the expectation that it will be like cooking with Teflon. Cast iron does take a bit of extra tlc, especially when it’s new, but it will last a lifetime(and beyond) if treated properly. The most important aspect of caring for cast iron is to dry it completely after use; if it is left soaking in water or put away wet, it will rust. There is no cookware that is more versatile; the sky’s the limit when it comes to its uses. It can withstand extreme temperatures, so it’s great to bake in. Any concern about a potentially dangerous coating that will flake off of a pan into food is non-existent. Cast iron holds heat longer, and heats more evenly than the ‘disposable’ non-stick pans that tend to develop hot spots(then wind up in a landfill). Once it has a proper seasoning on it, very few types of food will stick to a cast iron skillet. And if a mallet is needed for pounding a chicken breast thin for cutlets or parmigiana, look no further than an 8” cast iron skillet.The wildlife series meets Lodge’s high standard of quality, with the added bonus of being works of art; each size skillet showcases a different animal. The 8” skillet features a duck, and it’s really beautifully done. It’s too nice to stick in a cupboard; hung on a wall, it would be an attractive addition to any kitchen. This skillet is the perfect size for frying two eggs, cooking a single burger or grilled cheese sandwich, making a small pan pizza, sautéing veggies, or baking a big cookie. It is well worth the price paid, and then some. Lodge is a reputable company that has been around for a very long time; I have a lot of cast iron pieces, and with the exception of one, they are all Lodge. Did I mention these last forever? Put me in the ‘love’ column.

Great little pan. I use cast iron to cook for my mom since she has anemia. This is not only beautiful, but it will help with supplementing iron.

Love it, for the price I think it's pretty good. The bottom is flat and does not rock. There are only a few minor shallow sand grain sized holes, which are just manufacturing defects and do not affect the performance.

Exactly what I wanted . It's perfect.

I use this almost every day- perfect size for two eggs in the morning, toasting sandwich or cooking a steak. A small drizzle of oil on low heat with a quick wipe with a paper towel cleans it up and keeps future meals from sticking. Heats quickly and gives a great sear. Love it!

Perfect size and works just the way it is suppose to work. Nothing sticks to the surface when cooking my dish. Heat across the surface is very even and I certainly can prepare enough food in it for my wife and I.

First off, I don’t care about the duck scene on the back. I was looking for either an 8” or 9” skillet and this one was on sale. But, like the other two Lodge skillets I own, it works exactly as advertised. I don’t see myself buying anything other than Lodge, ever.

I had purchased this for my husband's birthday, he's a professional chef. Which searching for a suitable pan was a task in itself.I thought it was to small, but it is the perfect size!Great quality and cooks like a dream!He's thrilled with the pan, its an ideal size for a steak, or for fried eggs.Excellent quality, craftsmanship and good weight!It's a must buy, you won't be disappointed!