Getting Started Collecting BSR Cast Iron Cookware is a video of Probably my favorite makers of Vintage Cast Iron Cookware, BSR (Birmingham Stove & Range). Wh...Having a vintage cast iron skillet can be interesting. Many people do not know how old a cast iron skillet can last especially if it carries these magic gate markings. Many of the pots used in the late 1700s have somewhat changed with the function and fashion. So, if you happen to find a cast iron with gate markings, that is a rare antique.Jun 13, 2023 · Chef Collection Skillet. $39.95 at Sur la Table. Sizes Available: 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch. One of Lodge’s newer skillets, released in early 2019, the Chef Collection Skillet is 15 percent lighter than its standard skillet — a cut that drops half a pound from the 10-inch pan and more than a pound from the 12-inch.pot holders kitchen storage pot and pan sets. This is a vintage cast iron Lodge cornbread skillet from the kitchen of an old farmhouse in upstate New York. It measures approximately 15 in overall length and just under 9 in diameter. Marked on the bottom Lodge 8CB - Made in USA. Shows signs of age and use.Administrator. Staff member. Feb 28, 2015. #5. Precisely dating unmarked 3-notch Lodge pans can be difficult. Pour spouts may have gotten somewhat smaller, compared to older pans, even before automation. It would be safe to say that pieces with a raised molder's mark are going to be earlier than those without.For many collectors, eBay is the prime if not their only source of vintage cast iron cookware. Currently, on any given day, there are over 17000 25,000 listings in the "Cast Iron Collectibles" category, up from a daily average of 4000 six nine years ago. As with anything purchased on eBay, there are pitfalls to be avoided.Your first 10 inch skillet might be 10SK A, and its lid tagged the same. We collect Cast Iron Cookware and have an extensive collection of Skillets. We have exceeded 125 skillets alone. With that comes other information we would like to retain after doing research on many vintage pieces. We are working on our own system for that.Antique Cast Iron Cookware. 1,000+ results. Sort by: Relevancy. Antique Cast Iron Open Fire Footed Pig Ear Handles Spider Deep Frying Pan Dutch Oven Roaster Pot With B & I Co. Warmer Lid. Camp Oven. $165.00. FREE shipping.Ghost marks are what can happen when an existing pattern used to make the molds to create cast iron pieces is modified. If a foundry decided to change its markings, or remove markings altogether in the case of unmarked goods, they often did not go to the trouble and expense of creating new patterns. Instead, the old patterns had the obsolete ...Dec 23, 2015. #1. Hello Everybody! I hope all is well, I recently found my first "Diamond Logo" piece of Cast Iron, I would estimate it to be a size #3, but no markings (except for what looks like a ghost #5/8 inside the diamond) and what I thought was a foundrymans mark "4" (or, maybe it is size 4?). I have an image of the piece on the left ...Dec 23, 2015. #1. Hello Everybody! I hope all is well, I recently found my first "Diamond Logo" piece of Cast Iron, I would estimate it to be a size #3, but no markings (except for what looks like a ghost #5/8 inside the diamond) and what I thought was a foundrymans mark "4" (or, maybe it is size 4?). I have an image of the piece on the left ...Product Line. Wapak manufactured a wide range of cast iron kitchenware, which included skillets, kettles, bean pots, Dutch Ovens, Griddles, and waffle irons. They also manufactured a large number of sad irons. Wapak Brands. The company made two cookware lines under the following names: Wapak and Oneta.Search our price guide for your own treasures. CAST IRON POT & SKILLETca. 1760; pot. CAST IRON POT & SKILLETca. 1760; pot with early slope sided form, 5 3/4"d rim; cast iron skillet with early five sided legs without foot, short gate on bottom, 8 3/4"d rim. 2 CAST IRON SKILLETSca. 1800; American.Vintage Small Cast Iron Skillet No.3 - 6 5/8" Double spouts Mkd Made in USA Old. Opens in a new window or tab. $14.00. Buy It Now +$6.12 shipping. Sponsored. sfodabear (269) 100%. Wagner Ware Sidney O Cast Iron Skillet #8 10.5” Made USA 1058 Vintage. Opens in a new window or tab. Pre-Owned. $44.99.Check out our vintage iron skillet selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our cast iron skillets shops. ... New Old Stock Griswold #0 Cast Iron Toy Skillet with Heat Ring 100% Original Milling Marks #562 Sits Flat Ready to Use Or Display Beautiful (414) $ 300.00 ...pot holders kitchen storage kitchen decor. Vintage Unmarked Wagner Ware 10 1/2 Inch Cast Iron Skillet, Restored, Seasoned 15" long to the handle 10 1/2" diameter 2 1/4" tall Weights 4lbs 9oz. Marked: "10 1/2 INCH SKILLET" "8" on handle Factory polished cooking surface. But does have scratches from half a century of usage. Pan does ...How to Clean Cast Iron 1. Get right to it: Clean the skillet immediately after use, while it is still hot or warm. 2. Add hot water: Wash the skillet by hand using hot water and soap if needed. 3. Scrub off stuck-on bits: a sponge or stiff brush can help remove stuck on food, a Scrub Daddy works great.Jody's Vintage no. 11 Cast Aluminum Skillet with Wood Handle, PN 2011. Jody, your pan is commonly referred to as a Griswold no. 11 "slant logo" "ERIE" cast aluminum skillet with wood handle, pattern number 2011. A number 11 Griswold pan - whether cast iron or aluminum - is not common. It is even less so with a wood handle, and ...All the Le Creuset cookware is made from enameled cast iron. Cast iron has been used for cooking utensils since the Middle Ages. The Le Creuset factory is at Fresnoy-Le-Grand in Northern France. In 1925, the foundry began producing Cast Iron by hand-casting molten cast iron in sand molds-still the most delicate stage of the production process.We embrace our legacy. Over 125 years of history and still cooking. Tucked between the Appalachian Mountains and the Tennessee River, you’ll find where Lodge’s story begins in South Pittsburg, TN. From our humble, small town beginnings to our distribution of cookware across the world, we continue to stand by the family values and high ...I had a question from one of my viewers today wondering if her unmarked vintage cast iron skillet was a Wagner Ware Sidney -O- made in Ohio, U.S.A. There are...The Wagner Manufacturing Company was a historic producer of cast iron and aluminum cookware based in Sidney, Ohio. Founded in 1891, Wagner established itself as a market leader, renowned for unmatched quality, innovative designs and diverse product offerings. Production ceased at the end of the 20th century and its cookware has been prized by ...Vintage MINI 3" Hammered Cast Iron Skillet Miniature Dollhouse Salesman Sample. Opens in a new window or tab. Pre-Owned. $14.99. wendyweaver (356) 100%. or Best Offer +$8.15 shipping. RARE #8 GRISWOLD HINGED HAMMERED ERIE SKILLET 2008 & MATCHING LID 2098 CAST IRON. Opens in a new window or tab. Pre-Owned.Ghost marks are what can happen when an existing pattern used to make the molds to create cast iron pieces is modified. If a foundry decided to change its markings, or remove markings altogether in the case of unmarked goods, they often did not go to the trouble and expense of creating new patterns. Instead, the old patterns had the obsolete ...Vintage Lodge 15 inch Cast Iron Skillet Lodge 2 USA 14SK Huge! Genuine Lodge Cast Iron Silicone Grips, Handles for Lodge Bakeware ... it is important for the collector interested in vintage or antique Lodge products to distinguish between the maker's marks of the modern products and those with more historical and collectible value. Its ...The Wagner & Griswold Society - commonly called "WAGS" - is a "community of cast iron and aluminum cookware collectors.". There is a wealth of information about vintage and antique iron on the WAGS forum. Some information on the forum is available to the public. Much more - including deep dives into topics - is available only to ...Vintage Antique Griswold 5 Cast Iron Skillet, Small Logo, 724, Cookware, Free Shipping (329) $ 69.50. FREE shipping Add to Favorites RARE LARGE Griswold No. 10 Slant Logo Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Lid, Vintage Cookware, Bakeware, Antique Cast Iron (146) $ 439.95. FREE shipping ...Jody's Vintage no. 11 Cast Aluminum Skillet with Wood Handle, PN 2011. Jody, your pan is commonly referred to as a Griswold no. 11 "slant logo" "ERIE" cast aluminum skillet with wood handle, pattern number 2011. A number 11 Griswold pan - whether cast iron or aluminum - is not common. It is even less so with a wood handle, and ...Sep 4, 2014. #4. If we go by what the authors of the RB show, a Blacklock skillet would have an outside heat ring, be side gated, have a raised size number on top of the handle, and a raised molder's mark on the bottom at 6 o'clock. The last three characteristics are consistent with early Lodge skillets. If Blacklock had made a move to inset ...Blacklock #9 Cast Iron Skillet - Heat Ring - Cast Iron Cooking - Vintage Cast Iron Skillet (373) $ 130.00. FREE shipping Add to Favorites Gate Marked, #6 Round Griddle, Restored & Triple Seasoned ... Older Lodge USA 10SK 12 Cast Skillet with Fantastic markings; Rare Vintage Toy Cast Iron Skillet; Vintage older cast iron frying pan.The main reasons vintage cast iron is preferred are; the cookware tends to be lighter and a lot smoother than cast iron cookware made today. Cast iron cookware made between the late 19th and the early 20th century is preferred by collectors. During this time casting techniques and expertise were perfected.I had a question from one of my viewers today wondering if her unmarked vintage cast iron skillet was a Wagner Ware Sidney -O- made in Ohio, U.S.A. There are...Not much has changed about the humble cast-iron skillet over the last 100 or so years. When the cookware returned to popularity about a decade ago — thanks largely to the flavors it can impart ...Erie cast iron is one of the most sought-after vintage cast iron brands you can collect. Griswold used this logo between 1880 and 1907. Erie cast iron was manufactured between 1880-1907. Over the years, Griswold made slight changes to the Erie line. Such as the handle, Erie logo, and the pattern number in the center.Call them outdated or laud them for being 'vintage' but some toys just never go out of style. Learn about some fierce antique toys at HowStuffWorks. Advertisement Families living 1...Vintage Cast Iron Skillet #9 Griswold Large Block Logo 710 Black Cookware Pan. Opens in a new window or tab. Pre-Owned. $46.00. nancy2kids (2,081) 100%. 10 bids · Time left 1d 21h left (Wed, 03:13 PM) +$14.30 shipping. Vintage Griswold No. 9 Slant Logo 710 Erie Pa. Cast Iron Skillet With Heat Ring.Ghost marks are what can happen when an existing pattern used to make the molds to create cast iron pieces is modified. If a foundry decided to change its markings, or remove markings altogether in the case of unmarked goods, they often did not go to the trouble and expense of creating new patterns. Instead, the old patterns had the obsolete ...Check the bottom for a manufacturer logo, stock number, and, sometimes, but not always, the city where the pan was made. Since real cast iron skillets are molded, there are no seams or handle ...Merch and Gift Cards. We sell fully restored American antique and vintage cast iron cookware. Choose from brands like Erie / Griswold, Wagner / Sidney, Lodge, Birmingham Stove and Range, Favorite Piqua, Wapak, Chicago Hardware Foundry, Martin, and more! We sell cast iron skillets, dutch ovens, waffle irons, griddles and cast iron bakeware.Administrator. Staff member. Feb 28, 2015. #5. Precisely dating unmarked 3-notch Lodge pans can be difficult. Pour spouts may have gotten somewhat smaller, compared to older pans, even before automation. It would be safe to say that pieces with a raised molder's mark are going to be earlier than those without.Martin brothers take over operation of Sheffield foundry, and rename it King Stove & Range. 1917 - Martin brothers purchase King Stove & Range, and subsequently the Florence Stove Foundry of Florence, AL, renaming it Martin Stove & Range. Use of King trademark gradually disappears. 1953 - Martin discontinues general manufacture of hollow ware.1 Heat Ring "Slant Erie" Skillets 2 Heat Ring "Slant EPU" Skillets 3 Smooth Bottom "Slant EPU" Skillets. The slant logo appears to have made an encore appearance on a handful of skillet sizes after the introduction of smooth-bottomed pans. 4 The large block logo is seen shrunken to accommodate size restrictions such as on small skillets or the undersides of lids.After a stellar century-and-a-half, Zwilling acquired in 2008 the French cast iron cookware manufacturer Staub, which was founded in 1974 by Francis Staub. Its first production facility was a long-neglected artillery factory. One notable independent and non-Western cast iron manufacturer is TAKU Ironware Company, which is based in Taichung, Taiwan.1888 - Stove foundry moved from Sidney, OH. 1890 - Hollow ware began being produced. 1891 - Fire destroys stove works. Arson suspected. 1916 - Company reorganized after the death of F.J. Gould. 1917 - A nearly year-long strike by molders ends in Marion Stove becoming unionized. The Cast Iron Collector: Information for the Vintage Cookware ...Guangdong Wencan Die Casting News: This is the News-site for the company Guangdong Wencan Die Casting on Markets Insider Indices Commodities Currencies StocksHeat Ring, Ghost Marks. Time Period Manufactured. 1903-1910. Country/Region of Manufacture. United States. Surface Coating. Coconut Oil. Item Width. ... Cast Iron Pieces Vintage Cookware Vintage Cutlery Vintage Toys Other. Seller feedback (1,039) 6***p (98) - Feedback left by buyer. Past month.The answer: fast. Five saw an average temperature increase of 34% after one minute, while the Lodge Cast Iron Skillet -10.25 inch went up by a whopping 53.4%. The Smithey No.10 Skillet and the Smithey No.10 Chef Skillet were the slowest, increasing by 18% and 13.6%, respectively, in the first minute.Markings Use your flashlight to look for any numbers, letters, or symbols on the top of the handle, under the handle, and on the bottom of the pan. Also, check for a heat ring around the edge of the bottom of the pan. ... With the increasing interest in cast-iron cookware, vintage pieces are becoming harder to find. Here are the places ...Numbers. Regardless of what other markings or logos the major foundries incised into their products, common among nearly all vintage pieces-- whether they be skillets, dutch ovens, waffle irons, or griddles-- are size numbers. Often, the assumption is erroneously made that the large numeral, found normally either on the top of the handle or on ...Experience the sizzling allure of cast-iron cookware as it ignites the passions of avid collectors and enthusiasts within the antique marketplace. As these devoted individuals meticulously comb through the depths of antique shops, captivating shows, and bustling flea markets, their quest is not only to unearth coveted treasures but also to ...It has all of the signs of an authentic piece — it's heavy, it's all the same color and material, and it's rusty, indicating it is made of cast iron. However, you just can't find a logo or any of the typical markings that would help you identify the manufacturer and confirm that it is truly antique. Fear not, because it is still possible to ...Marked on base 11 3/4 INCH SKILLET and R, R on underside of handle and 10 on top of handle. Forums. New posts Search forums. What's new. New posts Latest activity. Cast Iron Collector. ... ©2010-2024 The Cast Iron Collector. This page contains ads and links that earn commissions for CIC.Erie cast iron is one of the most sought-after vintage cast iron brands you can collect. Griswold used this logo between 1880 and 1907. Erie cast iron was manufactured between 1880-1907. Over the years, Griswold made slight changes to the Erie line. Such as the handle, Erie logo, and the pattern number in the center.Jan 20, 2018. #3. Re: Raised Numbers/marks (now with pics) Got this yesterday. Had to use oven spray because my lye spa and electro tanks are still frozen. Got enough crud off the bottom to reveal no markings. Handle has a raised 8 and a "P" before it. Assume the P is the pattern no. Has an unbroken inset heat ring.Collectors of vintage cast iron cookware seek to acquire the best examples of pieces they can. Know how to recognize and avoid common types of damage or defect. ... filler material was used to erase the old marks. If the filler eroded, "ghosts" of the old marks would be cast into a pan. Sometimes, ghost marks reveal more than expected. Learn ...Nov 25, 2018 · http://www.castironcollector.com/Link to section of cast iron identification of unmarked CI:http://www.castironcollector.com/unmarked.php1941 - Foundry established at 4544 W. Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. 1964 - Company incorporated. 1981 - Jeffrey Renfrow takes over foundry shortly before his father's death. 1987 - Foundry closed due to inability to operate competitively against foreign imports. The Cast Iron Collector: Information for the Vintage Cookware Enthusiast.Product Line. Wapak manufactured a wide range of cast iron kitchenware, which included skillets, kettles, bean pots, Dutch Ovens, Griddles, and waffle irons. They also manufactured a large number of sad irons. Wapak Brands. The company made two cookware lines under the following names: Wapak and Oneta.A guide to identifying antique cast iron skillets produced by several American manufacturers during the first half of the 20th century. Antique vendors (and...Whether in person or online, being a good seller will help you build a reputation buyers can rely upon. Learn more... The Cast Iron Collector: Information for the Vintage Cookware Enthusiast. Learn how to identify, clean, restore, season and use collectible antique cast iron cookware.pot holders kitchen storage pot and pan sets. Up for your consideration is a Lodge 4 in 1 Star Logo Hinged Cast Iron Skillet Set. This set were originally made between 1940s-1950s. The diameter of the star skillet is 9 3/4 inches, and the deep skillet is 10 inches. The bottom skillet has movement at the 6:00 oclock to 12:00 oclock position,Erie cast iron is one of the most sought-after vintage cast iron brands you can collect. Griswold used this logo between 1880 and 1907. Erie cast iron was manufactured between 1880-1907. Over the years, Griswold made slight changes to the Erie line. Such as the handle, Erie logo, and the pattern number in the center.Check out our cast iron pan with gate mark selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our cast iron skillets shops. ... Two In One Rare 1860-80's Antique Cast Iron Shallow Long Pan Griddle With Gate Marks + Vintage Decorative Metal CandleHolder (48) $ 299.00. Add to Favorites Vintage 1800s #8 Gatemarked Cast Iron ...To tell how old your Lodge cast iron skillet is, you will need to look closely at the markings on the bottom of the skillet. Look for either a 3, 5 or 8-digit number after the word "Lodge". If the numbers are 3 digits, then your pan was made between the 1950s and 1960s. If it has 5 digits, then it was made between the 1960s and late 1980s.3 Things to Look Out for When Buying Vintage Cast Iron. 1. Warping. Check to see how flat the pan lies and to see if there is movement when pressing along the upper edge. A small amount of movement is pretty common, especially with larger pans, and shouldn’t be a major concern. If you are using a flat cooktop, like a convection or electric ...Unit price/ per. Add to cartSold out. Late 1800's Antique Gate-marked #3 Cast Iron Griddle with foot nubs and ornate handle! Late 1800's Antique Gate-marked #3 Cast Iron Griddle with foot nubs and ornate handle! Vendor: 1800's Antique Iron. Regular price$185.00 USD.Iron Ore Price: Get all information on the Price of Iron Ore including News, Charts and Realtime Quotes. Indices Commodities Currencies StocksIf you have collected vintage cast iron cookware for even a short time, you're bound to have come across a pan with a "hammered" finish. Like plating, a hammered finish was intended to give a more upscale appearance to the cookware. The dimpled finish mimicked that of more finely-made service ware. Hand hammering was a common decorative ...Vintage Cast Iron Skillet with Heat Ring~Unmarked Made in USA~#3 Retro Kitchen Ware Frying Pan (91) $ 16.75. Add to Favorites Unmarked lodge cast iron skillet, Made in USA cast iron skillet (916) $ 20.00. Add to Favorites Vintage Unmarked Wagner 3 …. Miami (Favorite Stove & Range Co., Piqua, OH) PrHere's a nice Unmarked Cast Iron Skillet no. 3, French Cast Iron Manufacturers - History. Perhaps the internationally most widely known brand of French cookware (certainly within the United States), Le Creuset was founded in 1925 in Fresnoy-le-Grand, France. “Creuset” in French means “cauldron” or “crucible”—a fitting name for a firm that forged itself during the hard years of ...Feb 11, 2024 · It has all of the signs of an authentic piece — it's heavy, it's all the same color and material, and it's rusty, indicating it is made of cast iron. However, you just can't find a logo or any of the typical markings that would help you identify the manufacturer and confirm that it is truly antique. Fear not, because it is still possible to ... In 1973, Lodge created its first logo. To r Very Rare Griswold no. 9 Cast Iron Skillet w/No "ERIE" Markings (Circa: 1907 - 1929) (462) $ 295.00. FREE shipping Add to Favorites ... Vintage Cast Iron Grill Skillet Pan 9 Inch Double Spout Unmarked Made In USA (168) $ 39.95. Add to Favorites Vintage Wagner Ware Cast Iron Skillet Sidney 0 1058 J No.8 DBL Pour Spout ...Though wood-burning stoves gave way to gas, and eventually electric stovetops, this system of numbering continued as the standard for sizing cast iron cookware. A Wagner Manufacturing Co. catalog dated 1924 provides this code for the bottom diameters of their cast iron skillets: #2 – 4-7/8″. #3 – 5-1/2″. #4 – 5-7/8″. The BSR foundry closed in 1991, and the company sold their...
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