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No USA markings. If it says Made in USA, it was made in 1960 or later. If you decide to purchase from Amazon.com through the links on my site, Ill receive a small commission that provides some income to keep the site up and running. The lid is a basting lid with three separate sections of raised non joined circles. I have a 4 inch cast iron skillet that I found with raised letter on inside of it. However, many buyers look over this name in favor of Griswold and Wanger. Simmons Hardware Co. - St. Louis, MO, Wrought Iron Range Co. (WIRCO) - St. Louis, MO. Who made the best vintage skillet? It is still owned and managed by the descendants of the Lodge family. Well go over that in detail later, but if its a 3, 5, or 7 (with S), its probably an economy skillet from Birmingham Stove & Range (BSR) or Lodge. thanks, I cant post a photo i have a old pot with no name on it only numbers 1131 and letter F on the bottom. Would love to see pictures to help you solve the mystery, I have an oblong griddle with no marks. The lid has, I dont want to say little holes, but small round indentations on the inside. Trying to figure out what it is and what it might be worth. Look for Griswold skillets with a large logo that covers most of the base. Gate marks usually indicate 19th century, so itd be 120 years old or more(and still frying)Thats all I can tell you about that. If it has a 3 or 4-digit code with a three-hole handle, whether the numbers are slanted or straight, it could be a Griswold. I have a well worn pan with partial marking remaining on back & 8 on handle. Is there anyway to send a picture of my pan to some knowledgeable pan collectors? I cant find any markings on them. I just turned 50 and she said she had it in 1960. One of the distinguishing markers of a pan is the sides. The skillet is black, not colored. Any insight would be helpful. No marks. Im still researching it, but what Ive found so far seems to suggest its a Wagner. Funny, I have one from either my mother or grandmother. Until then enjoy Boonie Hicks and have fun using your ironware. I am still trying to figure out the brand and age of it. who when where is the question. And I hope you get a lot of enjoyment from them. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cast-iron_cookware_manufacturers, https://www.castironcollector.com/manufacturers.php. Still have my fingers crossed to add a cooking video to the site after the summer rush at work. The inside is smooth swirled. Any insight would be greatly appreciated! I can not even find a picture of this piece, my skillet is heavy for its size,no markings on top, the bottom has heat ring with three notches , the number 3 opposite the handle and a H on handle side. Boonie Hicks is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for www.booniehicks.com to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com. Any ideas on the age, type? Solidteknics [1] manufactures cast iron cookware in Australia and the USA with multi-century warranties. i was told it is a unmarked Griswold. Did either of you ever find anything? 61 /2 INCH SKILLET horizontal just above the 4. Thanks. Use your favorite search engine to memorize old brands and logos. Production of cast-iron products for household use ceased during this era. So check out antique sites of just Google vintage logos so you know what to look for. Before the 60s, you didnt have to indicate the source country of your pan. Exporting and trade flourished creating a shortage for U.S. consumers. I just received a #8 without heat ring Griswold LG Block Letters Skillet from my brother that belonged to our Mom. Most of the foundries in the 19th-century produced excellent ironware with comparable quality. I wish I had purchased a larger one, but as a newlywed the 9 inch is what I could afford. There isnt a whole lot out that I have found so far. For example, Lodge pans were marked with 8 (for 10-inch pans) while Wagners were marked with 3, S, or H. Lodge pans are also sometimes with letters. Unfortunately i cant share pictures on here, is there another way i can send pictures. However, I find all Griswold skillets fantastic to use. Lodge Manufacturing: Why is their cast-iron loved around the world? Im hoping someone can help with identification of a skillet that belonged to my mother. But the casting flaws tend to be on the base and sides of the pan. The Atlanta Stove Works company was founded in 1889 (originally named Georgia Stove Company) to produce cast-iron stoves. It does have a heat ring that is solid (not notched), it does not have a gate mark, the bottom of the handle does not have a ridge, nor are there lines on the top of the handle (like the pans of Asian origination), the pan is fairly heavy with a very smooth cooking surface. It has a handle and 3 feet. After all, someone has thought of you highly and picked you as a guardian for their treasured ironware. These markings may be inside the bowl of the pan, somewhere on the handle, or both. Copied this from up top Tip#2, /Users/kristyhoffschwelle/Downloads/IMG_1494.HEIC. Study them carefully before you shop, and carry copies in your car while youre out hunting for skillets. If there is too much warpage, you might want to take a pass. I have a flat pan with a gate mark, bottom ring and raised 7 T D on it. nothing else. So if you find a cast iron skillet with rough file marks, see if you can identify the ghost of a logo beneath. Then the same M on backside of handle. Although all Piqua Ware skillets are top-notch, keep an eye out for the smiley logo. Trying to find out who made thisits a 21 mini breadstick pan the only markings are No. (Pan Handler Mary Thiesen has a few words of sage advice.). Borough Furnace is based in Syracuse, NY. ~ Sitemap, This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com or its affiliates. The griddle is a horizontal logo lodge, but I am unable to tell the brand of the other 3. Oitomi teapots and kettles (history, manufacture, use and care). Lodge pans commonly used between one and three heating notches at the bottom.Look at the Bottom. regular oval hole in handle. From the early 1900s through the 1970s, Birmingham Stove & Range foundry produced a line of cast-iron pans that are described as "unmarked:" they had no manufacturer logo or other identifying mark. Two pouring spouts on pan. I have a cast iron skillet thats been around for at least 40 years (maybe more). I think I have the same skillet. These pans a fantastic to use, but they are not as light as older skillets, making them less prone to warping. It does have decorative etching all around the outside of the pan though. Who makes the best enameled cast iron cookware? Any thoguhts? They also made some higher quality hammered pieces that are nice. I have a few different ones. Thats when pans first had to be marked with the country of origin. Definitely sounds like a more modern Wagner item. Griswold Manufacturing is the same foundry that made Erie skillets. I have an old pan which is unmarked but has a raised 10 on the handle. Do you have any ideas for me? These brands were acquired by the American Culinary Corporation of Willoughby, Ohio, in 2000 when WagnerWare Corp. ceased operations in Sidney, Ohio. I have a oblong cast iron pan. Randall sold both Wagner and Griswold to the General Housewares corporation in 1969, and they were the producers of these brands through the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. [11], Seldon and Griswold Manufacturing Company, "American Culinary Cookware - Magnalite, Wagner Ware, MagPro", "Major cast iron maker acquires Portland startup", "Lancaster Cast Iron - Family. If I knew what I was doing, I should probably try to use it. We focus on simple Victorian, early settler and pioneering cookery from the 19th century. Krampouz is a French cooking equipment manufacturer, renowned since its founding, for its cast-iron crepe makers. [9], Field Skillets are manufactured in Wisconsin and Indiana and the focus is on creating lighter weight cast iron. I have an 8 in. The number and letter are not raised. It may be a fragment of a brand name like & or 5 and that could possibly help you spot a Birmingham Stove & Range. The pan is roughly 17x 8. However, Wanger made nickel-plated cast iron cookware. I have pictures of it I can send as well. In 1887 the Favorite Stove & Range Company moved to Piqua, Ohio, from Cincinnati, Ohio. Youll know exactly what youre buying, will end up with a quality piece of cookware, and can start cooking in a mint vintage pan tomorrow no stripping, cleaning, or seasoning required. Hello,My skillet was given to me by my now 93 year old cousin. Just the #2 and the other one has a #7. Great article! My wife has an old pan. It also has a smaller c off to the side of the 8 that looks like it was done by hand. Both the & and 8 are raised, not etched or stamped in the pan. Its dimension are length-20 inches. Any help would be appreciated.Thank you, Anyone that would have an idea who produced this pot?https://ibb.co/ZV6FXf6https://ibb.co/dPGrDWV, I can see a very visible L (inside a rotated square) and No. . Griswold pans), or they might have three or four projecting nodes or notches. Pour spout on one side. I have a skillet with a c inside a diamond on the bottom and under the handle it looks to have a 7 on the under side. I cant figure this one out: 5 inch little skillet, marked 3 on the top of the handle, 4 at six oclock on the bottom with no heat ring. The pan is rough around the handle. If you post the saved photo directly in the images search bar, your search engine will pull up similar images and that could give you vital clues about your pan. I used my 10 inch Wagner skillet purchased in 1953 yesterday cooking meat in the oven with a lid on and I noticed some of the black coating came off. Just want to know the history of this skillet. This mark runs across the outer bottom of your pan. The # 25 is also on the bottom of the pot and there is a heat ring on the bottom as well. It may refer to the outer or inner diameter (for flared pans), the year and place of manufacture, or the pan model. Does it have a heat ring on the bottom with either 1 notch or 3 notches on it? A 4 at 6 oclock. And they are excellent vintage skillets within the budget of most buyers. Canadian Manufacturers, Navigation The death of owner Stanhope Boal in 1933 and the devastation of the Great Depression led to the company's liquidation in 1935. Its easy to find pan and griddle info but Im struggling to ID my pots and price them accordingly.Does anyone have a good link? The domed lid has spikes (basters) on the inside pointing downward. Co.) - Nashville, TN, Southern Cooperative Foundry Co. - Rome, GA, Western Foundry Co. (Mi-Pet) - Chicago, IL, Birmingham Stove & Range Co. - Birmingham, AL (1902-1990s), Favorite Stove & Range Co. - Piqua, OH (1916*-1935), Griswold Manufacturing Co. - Erie, PA (1885-1957), Lodge Manufacturing Co. - South Pittsburg, TN (1910-Present), Martin Stove & Range Co. - Florence, AL (1917-1953), Sidney Hollow Ware Co. - Sidney, OH (1888-1897), Vollrath Manufacturing Co. - Sheboygan, WI (1884-1960s), Wagner Manufacturing Co. - Sidney, OH (1891-1959), Wapak Hollow Ware Co. - Wapakoneta, OH (1903-1926), Belknap Hardware and Mfg. Where is it from? Wapak also makes my list because the skillets are easily recognizable. This fish pan is 18l, 20 with handles, 9w. The diamond is about 1 inch high and 3/4 inch wide. It is Wagner Wear with a thumb notch on top. I have never used it; I just keep it hung on a wall along with Aunt Effies pictures. The image feature is useful both for studying silhouettes and uploading live pans. The company focused primarily on the manufacture of stoves and stove parts throughout its history, though it also produced several lines of mid-priced cast-iron pans from the 1910s through the 1930s. I have an unmarked pan, other than the number 8 stamped in the top of the handle. It is lighter than my others. Pan designs have adjusted to keep up, so your pans cooking surface is a hint. Lodges are sometimes rough with pebbly textures. I have an enameled cast iron (fish?) Unfortunately I am unable to add a picture. Id be happy to send a pic via email if it helps! A good way to check for hidden cracks? Looking for some who can identify age and maker. And they are the makers of fine quality skillets, but you are not limited to these brands. Its better known as the Blue Book, and these two books show clear references of cast iron pans. And its not uncommon the see pitting on the base of late 1800s to early 1900s pans. They are also highly sought after by antique collectors and dealers. Contemporary cast iron pans might also have a helper handle and non-stick coatings, which are both newer.Inspect the Spout. Almost all pans have a letter or number at the bottom. The 3 is recessed and there are no other markings that I can find. Founded as the Seldon and Griswold Manufacturing Company, the Griswold company became known as the premier manufacturer of high-quality cast-iron kitchen items in the United States. I Im having a difficult time finding any information or value regarding it. I would guess it is cast after 1960. Am curious who made it. Cant find one line it anywhere. Any idea on what I have, how old, how to restore it? I have a 12 pan with a small cross/star at the base of the handle. After 1960, American-made pans had to stamp Made in USA in clear letters. One of the company's more famous logos is the "Indian Head" logo which reads: "WAPAK HIGH GRADE HOLLOW WARE". One has the #8 on lid and smaller on has a 3 above a 4 on the lid. please help with age, maker, and if valuable. i tried to post a photo but not sure how. [8], Lancaster Cast Iron was founded in 2019, their cast-iron skillets are lightweight, smooth, and made in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Griswold filed for bankruptcy in 1957, and the company was acquired by Randall Corporation, who had also acquired Griswold's rival Wagner Ware in 1952. These are likely to be part of the Iron Mountain Collection. [5], Butter Pat Industries manufactures smooth cast-iron skillets, without machining, milling or grinding. I got my 105 yrs old nanas old iron skillet. 6 Reasons Why Wagner Is Excellent Cast Iron, Know Your Vintage Victor Cast Iron (History, Dates, and Markings). Not sure if they will ever be valuable. Co.) - Boyertown, PA, King Stove & Range Co. (preceded Martin) - Sheffield, AL, W.J. It has a spout on each side. Im trying to find info on a very large iron skillet I found. Every number has its own significance. There is no heat ring, and there are noticeable file markings around the edges of the lip. But brands do it too. Sometimes, the markings go beyond the logo. It has a no notch ring on the bottom with an illegible raised mark. However, Griswold later changed the design to include the Griswold name and the circle cross marking. No markings on the underside besides the gate mark. The handle is triangular or v shaped right to the pan to the opening of the handle which is teardroped shaped. It has the # 25 and a logo with the letter C upon the letter A. Do you possibly have any information on it? Before we start, its good the know that many foundries made light and smooth pans. There are a couple different ways you can go about buying vintage cast iron. Base of the handle. Wagners often have spiral grooves tooled onto the inner base while Griswolds are flat. I cant post pics. The manufacturers listed here are those whose products will most typically be seen in the vintage cast iron collectibles marketplace. Cast-iron cookware and stoves were especially popular among homemakers and housekeepers during the first half of the 20th century. On the other hand, if your pan has two short handles and a dimpled lid, it could be Birmingham. I believe it could be a Chicago foundry make. The handle also slopes downward. Can you help me identify it? Her Mother used it as well as GrandMother. I thought it would be black all the way through. Probably holds 2 quarts. Also the bottom of the skillet has heat rings all around it. Don't subscribeAllReplies to my comments Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Trying to find out the make. I also have one, I think its an unmarked BSR mine is deeper than the others I have, but not by a lot and a smooth cooking surface. You can find the exact timeline on the internet. While some were clearly Lodge with a MOH paper label, those with the incised MOH TM do not appear to have been made by Lodge. So unless it has a trusted brand name on it, how will you know its a good quality iron skilled as opposed to a blackened tin pot or a pan thats rusted beyond recovery?

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