Lodgecastiron

As soon as I opened the box, the heft of this 12-inch skillet told me it’s built to last. The seasoning felt smooth and even right out of the package, and the South Carolina design is a nice, subtle detail. Already used it for cornbread and it came out perfectly crisp.

I was a little worried the handle might get hot, but the built-in helper handle makes flipping pancakes a breeze. This skillet heats evenly and the engraved palmetto tree is a nice touch for anyone who loves South Carolina.

The engraved palmetto design on this skillet is a nice touch—it feels substantial in my hand and the seasoning was perfect right out of the box. I've already used it for cornbread and it heated evenly with zero sticking.

Finally got this one to go with my others from the series, and the seasoning out of the box is fantastic—didn't even need to do a pre-seasoning before frying up some bacon. The handle feels solid and well-balanced, even when fully loaded.

The Palmetto tree etching on the handle is a really nice touch, and it makes me smile every time I grab it. I used it for cornbread last night and the even heating gave it a perfect golden crust.

Reheated some chili in this last night and the seasoning on the skillet is already giving everything a great, subtle crust. The handle stays cool enough to grip for a few seconds without a mitt, which I really appreciate when cooking.

The South Carolina engraving on the handle is a really nice touch—it’s deep and clean, not just a cheap stamp. I made cornbread in it last night and the seasoning gave it that perfect crispy crust right away. This pan feels like it’s already been broken in for years.

Finally, a skillet that actually feels seasoned from day one instead of needing to be broken in for months. The way it sits perfectly flat on my glass stovetop, without wobbling, is a huge plus. This will definitely be my go-to pan for cornbread and fried chicken.

I love the way the handle stays cool enough to grab without a mitt—makes flipping pancakes so much easier. The cast iron heats evenly across the whole surface, and the Palmetto State engraving is a nice touch for a South Carolina fan like me.

The seasoning on this skillet is perfect for searing steaks without any sticking. I've been using it nearly every day since it arrived, and it's already developing a beautiful non-stick patina. The South Carolina etching on the handle is a nice touch that makes it feel unique.