What size is a number 4 skillet?
What size is a number 4 skillet?
| No. | Top Diameter in inches | Bottom Diameter in inches |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 7 | 5 3/4 |
| 5 | 8 | 6 3/4 |
| 6 | 9 1/8 | 7 1/2 |
| 7 | 9 7/8 | 8 1/4 |
What does the number on the bottom of a cast iron skillet mean?
The number actually refers to the diameter of the pan in inches across the bottom of the pan, not across its flared top, which is the industry standard way to measure skillet size. According to Lodge: “The 10 comes the days from when cast-iron pots and pans were sized to fit on the numbered eyes of a woodstove.
What do the letters mean on a cast iron skillet?
Small Raised Letters or Numbers. There is a case in which you may see a small raised number, letter, or group of letters on a pan. These were added to the mold at the time of the casting, and are known as “molder’s marks” (as opposed to “maker’s marks” which were incised).
What size is the largest cast iron skillet?
We tripped across this massive unmarked skillet while hunting for vintage cast iron the other day and it “accidentally” ended up in the ever growing FINEX collection. It is well over 20 inches in diameter and 3 inches deep and weighs in at a ridiculously heavy 36 pounds and 3 ounces.
Is Wagner cast iron still made?
The Wagner Manufacturing Company was a family-owned manufacturer of cast iron and aluminum products based in Sidney, Ohio, US. The purchasers of the company in 1952 continued the brand, and Wagner products are still manufactured today. The original items are prized by collectors.
How do you clean rusty cast iron pans?
THE SOLUTION:
- Soak each piece of rusty cast iron in a solution of one part vinegar and one part water.
- Using the brush, test each piece after 30 minutes to an hour to see if the rust is coming off.
- Once you have scrubbed the skillet clean of rust, rinse it thoroughly with water.
- Dry skillet completely, and reseason.
