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Griswold vs Lodge Cast Iron Pan
Griswold
55 positive (86%) · 6 mixed (9%) · 3 negative (5%)
Trust + time weighted: +81%
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Griswold is a highly coveted vintage cast iron brand, frequently cited as the gold standard for its smooth, mirror-like cooking surfaces and significantly lighter weight compared to modern cast iron. While the brand is no longer in production, its pans are prized by enthusiasts for their superior casting quality and longevity, often outperforming contemporary brands in non-stick performance once properly seasoned.
Pros
- Significantly lighter weight than modern cast iron pans like Lodge
- Smooth, mirror-finish cooking surface that provides excellent non-stick properties
- Exceptional casting quality that many users consider superior to anything produced today
- Extreme longevity, with many 80-100 year old pans still in daily use
Cons
- High market prices on platforms like eBay, often ranging from $100 to $200
- Vintage pieces are prone to warping, leading to 'wobble' or 'spinning' on flat surfaces
- Often requires restoration (stripping and re-seasoning) when found at thrift stores or flea markets
Top excerpts
I have a collection of Griswolds ranging from a slant logo to the most modern SBL (1957). None of them came up positive for lead, which greatly relieved me.
I had a pretty decent cast iron selection and have found some pieces. Griswolds, lodges, older pieces etc. what would people recommend for a restoration.
The rust looks superficial, great find.
I turned it over, thinking, "Surely this isn't anything..." and nearly peed my pants, not because it's particularly old or rare (at least to my knowledge), but because it was FIVE DOLLARS & FIFTY CENTS.
I was it's keeper for more than 20 years. It was the first pan I owned and restored. Before we put the tile down, family was like *You cook with a lot of cast iron. What you drop a pan?!?!* Well there is your answer. Tile 1 Griswold 0
Lodge Cast Iron Pan
10 positive (100%) · 0 mixed (0%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +100%
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Didnt ask for this but a cast iron pan by lodge. It was $9 at target couple years ago. 0 regrets
Lodge cast iron pan. I use it daily and it’s as good as new. Cost probably less than USD50.
saw a post on here from someone who just bought their first lodge cast iron pan.
It's definitely worth it, any old one you find will probably need more work than this one. And sure you could go buy a new one, but Lodge cooks great, and personally I think free cast iron is always the best cast iron.
My 12 inch lodge is my daily, I didn't have to season it before using it either. Rinse, dry, rub with oil.