TOUGH one to find! Missouri made Crescent Foundry "Ozark" #8 Cast Iron Deep Broiler!
ABOUT THIS PIECE....
We only get Ozark Foundry pieces in every now and then and they are beautiful examples of early 1900‘s iron. Similar to the O‘Brien and O‘Brien cast pieces, these too were made in the Midwest and carry the Missouri tradition of great cast iron. You can find the traditional #3, #5 and #8 skillets from Crescent Ozark Foundry with a few easy searches, but THIS Deep Broiler is the first we've ever had. It comes with the matching beehive lid. There just aren't that many of these around anymore and until we came across this one, we'd only seen it once in pictures from an old auction. The lid had even pitting across the surfaces so we restored that and its ready to go. The casting of Crescent is similar to the unmarked Martins, and the broiler is in great shape.
Disclaimer: We have prepared this piece to be ready to use, or to be displayed in a collection. All pieces are vintage and therefore are not in perfect condition. Their history of use means small marks and inconsistencies, 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, so please review all pictures or ask for further clarification. Thank you! - CastandClaraBell
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
Vintage Materials Notice
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.
By purchasing vintage cookware from Cast & Clara Bell, the buyer assumes responsibility for any independent testing performed after purchase and agrees that Cast & Clara Bell shall not be held liable for the interpretation or outcome of such testing.
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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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🛠️ Buying Tips
- 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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