Unboxing the Field Co. Cast Iron Skillet + New Cast Iron Tips
I’m always looking for some cast iron that is really well made like the old Griswold or Wagner stuff. But we recently opened up a new Field Company Skillet. I’m always hesitant about using new cast iron because a lot of times it isn’t milled to a smooth finish and can be heavy.
I’ll tell you, Shan and I were blown away by this new skillet. You can check out the video we’ve listed for all the points but here are some of our top favorites about this skillet:
- Made in America. We wouldn’t want it any other way. American cast iron typically has a higher more pure quality which will heat more evenly and not warp.
- It’s got a lifetime guarantee.
- The price point was fair for American-made cast iron, running at $100 for this skillet, compared to $250 plus for other skillets.
- It has a polished, smooth finish, just like the great vintage brands of cast iron.
- It’s got good weight. More modern cast iron is heavy, but this is closer to the weight of the vintage iron. The handle was also comfortable.
- It comes nicely preseasoned which makes it a great piece for someone new to cast iron. Typically I recommend sanding off a company’s pre-seasoning and starting over, but with this Field Company skillet it is ready to go right out of the box!
