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Because I restore cast iron pans for a hobby I have lodge, Griswold and BSR pans. I have a made-for sears Wagner that I haven't finished restoring. Griswold is lighter, and I like the finish of the bare metal as manufactured. It just seasons up better. My large Lodge is heavy and the finish just isn't there.
I can't imagine shelling out the big bucks for today's heavy pans no matter what finish they claim.
Because I restore cast iron pans for a hobby I have lodge, Griswold and BSR pans. I have a made-for sears Wagner that I haven't finished restoring. Griswold is lighter, and like the finish of the bare metal as manufactured. It just seasons up better. My large Lodge is heavy and the finish just isn't there.
I can't imagine shelling out the big bucks for today's heavy pans no matter what finish they claim.
