Super hard to find!! Gorgeous 1920's Griswold's Victor #5 Skillet with Heat Ring, Fully Marked, 695
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Wow what a tough one to find...especially in perfect condition. IMPORTANT: See pics for details, this is priced to sell at about 30% less because of the moisture created pitting seen on the interior. If you are a collector and cook you'll know that the interior will not change cooking in the least. It isn't the worst we have seen and it isn't in mint surface condition. Sits flat. For reference, besides the one we have for our set, this is the only the second one we've ever have available. This came from a large collection of Griswold, including an entire set of Victors.
We LOVE the Griswold line of Victor skillets for so many reasons. The fully marked version you see here was made in 5 through 9, with the 5 being almost impossible to find, and the 6 not far behind. They handle well, are light as can be for a cast iron pan, and they have the Griswold touch for finish and design. Victor skillets were made as an off-brand skillet or "price fighter" in the 1920s, but for what it‘s worth, these pieces rival the block and slant logo skillets with ease. They are slightly more shallow than the block logo skillets. We have a few versions available, but this one in particular is fully marked. If you‘re a collector and haven‘t tried a Victor, now is the time and this is the one!
DISCLAIMER: We have prepared this piece to be ready to use or displayed in a collection. All pieces are vintage, and therefore are not in perfect condition. Their history of use means small marks and inconsistencies, including residual carbon, which we feel give them a special charm. All items are sold as is, and we have done our best to present them as such. Please review all pictures and ask for further clarification if needed. Thank you! - Cast & Clara Bell
Cast & Clara Bell sells fully restored cast iron cookware, bakeware, dutch ovens, griddles, sad irons, bailed griddles, gem pans, muffin pans, kettles, skillets, trivets, lids, and much more! Brands like Griswold, Wagner, Sidney, WagnerWare, Wapak, Lodge, Favorite Piqua, Marietta, Orr & Painter, Erie, Griswold‘s Erie, Birmingham Stove & Range, Vollrath, Chicago Hardware Foundry, CHF, Martin Stove & Range as well as gatemarked unknown and specialty pieces are organized into categories. We offer collector‘s pieces, everyday users, and everything in between!
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Cast & Clara Bell specializes in the sourcing and restoration of vintage and antique cast iron cookware manufactured primarily between the late 1800s and mid-1900s. These items were produced prior to modern material standards, testing protocols, and regulatory disclosures.
While all cookware sold by Cast & Clara Bell is professionally cleaned, restored, and seasoned for traditional cooking use, we do not perform laboratory-based material testing for trace elements or residues, nor do we make representations regarding the presence or absence of any specific substances.
Customers acknowledge that independent consumer testing methods may produce inconsistent or unreliable results and agree that purchasing decisions are not based on any implied guarantee regarding material composition beyond the functional use of the cookware as restored.
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One of the most common questions we get is: What size skillet should I buy? Whether you're frying an egg or searing a full roast, choosing the right size is key to a great cooking experience.
Note: These sizes are general estimates and can vary by brand. For exact dimensions, always check the product photos and description on each listing.
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- New to cast iron? Start with a size 8–10. They're versatile and great for daily cooking.
- Cooking for a crowd? Sizes 12–14 will feed everyone with room to spare.
- Have a glass cooktop? Look for listings marked "sits flat" — full contact is key.
- Looking to collect? Sizes 2, 11, 12, and 13 are rare and can be prized additions to a collection.
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