Blog: Cast Iron Basics and Discussions

Where Can I Buy Griswold Cast Iron These Days??...

You can buy Griswold cast iron just about anywhere—estate sales, eBay, even Craigslist. But if you want a fully restored, ready-to-cook heirloom skillet (and expert help choosing the right one),...

Where Can I Buy Griswold Cast Iron These Days??...

You can buy Griswold cast iron just about anywhere—estate sales, eBay, even Craigslist. But if you want a fully restored, ready-to-cook heirloom skillet (and expert help choosing the right one),...

The Restorer's Take: Wagner Cast Iron Skillets

Wagner cast iron skillets have earned their place as kitchen workhorses and collector favorites alike. Made from the 1890s through mid-century, these skillets are known for their elegant simplicity, lightweight...

The Restorer's Take: Wagner Cast Iron Skillets

Wagner cast iron skillets have earned their place as kitchen workhorses and collector favorites alike. Made from the 1890s through mid-century, these skillets are known for their elegant simplicity, lightweight...

The Restorer's Take: Griswold Cast Iron Skillets

Discover why Griswold cast iron remains a favorite among collectors and cooks alike. From rare Erie skillets to iconic block logos, we break down appearance, design, weight, and performance in...

The Restorer's Take: Griswold Cast Iron Skillets

Discover why Griswold cast iron remains a favorite among collectors and cooks alike. From rare Erie skillets to iconic block logos, we break down appearance, design, weight, and performance in...

Don’t Panic! Why Your Cast Iron Might Look Worn...

Noticing dullness or black residue on your newly restored cast iron? Don’t worry — it's normal! Learn why early seasoning wears and how to refresh your pan in a few...

Don’t Panic! Why Your Cast Iron Might Look Worn...

Noticing dullness or black residue on your newly restored cast iron? Don’t worry — it's normal! Learn why early seasoning wears and how to refresh your pan in a few...

At C&CB, we season all of our cast iron pieces ...

Why Cast & Clara Bell Uses Beef Tallow to Season Every Pan At Cast & Clara Bell, we believe restoring and seasoning cast iron cookware is an art — and...

At C&CB, we season all of our cast iron pieces ...

Why Cast & Clara Bell Uses Beef Tallow to Season Every Pan At Cast & Clara Bell, we believe restoring and seasoning cast iron cookware is an art — and...

Does Cast Iron need to "Sit Flat"? The Real Sc...

Ever seen the words “spinner” or “moves when prompted” in a cast iron listing and wondered what they mean? In this post, we explain why flatness matters for certain stoves...

Does Cast Iron need to "Sit Flat"? The Real Sc...

Ever seen the words “spinner” or “moves when prompted” in a cast iron listing and wondered what they mean? In this post, we explain why flatness matters for certain stoves...