NICE, Unmarked Vollrath No. 8 Skillet, Cast Iron Skillet, Vintage Fry Pan, Camp Skillet, Camp Cookware, Antique Collectible high quality Cookware
Vollrath cast iron cookware is beautifully made and difficult to find on the vintage cast iron market. Made in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the Vollrath Manufacturing Company was founded in 1874. Convenient and easy to use, both professional chefs and home cooks appreciate the versatility and wonderful cooking ability of cast iron. Don't miss out on adding this rare and beautiful piece to your collection. This piece is an unmarked Vollrath No. 8 pan which was likely manufactured sometime before 1960. Vollrath pans can be identified by their outside heat rings, hollowed-out handles with long rib reinforcements on the underside, and size numbers oriented sideways from the handle. This pan is used, but in very good condition with minor pitting, but no cracks or major flaws. It has a small wobble* when placed on a granite surface, but should not affect the performance of the pan. The pan has been stripped and double-seasoned with grape seed oil, and it is ready to use! With proper care, cast iron can last for generations, and often they become cherished family heirlooms. This also makes a wonderful gift for any occasion!
Product Information:
Weight: 4 lbs 3.6 oz
Size: approximately 10.5” diameter x 2 3/8” depth
Our cast iron is fully stripped, cleaned, seasoned and ready to use! Depending on the condition of the piece, we use a lye bath to strip the old seasoning off of the pan, and an electrolysis bath to remove rust. Then it is double re-seasoned on the outside with triple seasoning on the cooking surface. We only use grapeseed oil, which provides a wonderful finish for those wishing to avoid animal-based products (vegetarian friendly). Smoother pieces will show a shine on some of the images or appear wet. This is due to multiple seasonings and the temperature they are seasoned at. It's important to note that antique cast iron cookware is used, and pieces generally show wear marks such as minor utensil scratches which are testament to years of household cooking. Our restoration allows the immediate use of the cast iron, but proper care after purchase helps ensure the piece will continue to perform well and last for generations to come!
*Most antique cast iron has a tendency to develop slight rocks or wobbles over time through normal use. This is due to exposure to high heat over the years from use over direct flame such as gas stoves, or over wood/coal fired stoves. Generally, this does not affect the performance of the piece, but might be noticeable when placed on a glass cook top. Vintage cast iron was not designed for glass cook tops, but nonetheless often works very well on them. We have tested this piece on a granite surface, and it does exhibit a slight rock or high quality wobble. Therefore, if used on a glass top stove, you may notice it. Depending on the model of your range, it may not be a problem at all. Induction generally works whether the pan is completely flat or not, as long as the warp isn't significant (more than a few cm). If you are concerned, we recommend checking with your manufacturer in advance of purchase.
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