Marion cast iron skillet made by Marion Stove Company

Marion Cast Iron: Learn About Your Antique Ironware

Do you have a piece of ironware with a word on the base that reads Marion? Then, you have an antique piece of cast iron cookware from the Marion Stove Company. Unfortunately, there is little...
Should I buy a Griswold skillet?

Should I buy a Griswold Skillet? Essential Purchasing Advice.

If you are looking for an antique skillet, you will come across one name time after time: Griswold. Griswold cast iron is the name to buy among collectors and vintage cast iron cooks. But...
Antique cast iron skillet called The Favorite by Columbus Hollow Ware Company

The Favorite, Vintage Cast Iron By The Columbus Hollow Ware Co.

Do you have a piece of ironware with the words THE FAVORITE on the back? Then you have antique cast iron from the Columbus Hollow Ware Co.  The Favorite skillets and other ironware from the Columbus Hollow...
Where can you buy Griswold Cast Iron

Where Can You Buy Griswold Cast Iron? Advice For Noncollectors.

If you want a vintage cast iron skillet, you may have your heart set on one from the Griswold Manufacturing Company. As you may be aware, the company is no longer in operation, so...
Learn how to inspect a Wagner cast iron skillet.

How To Check A Wagner Cast Iron Skillet

Checking a Wagner cast iron skillet for age, defects, and collectability. Before you purchase your first Wagner skillet, it's a good idea to check the condition to ensure you'll be happy with the purchase....
How to inspect a Griswold cast iron skillet?

How to inspect a Griswold cast iron skillet?

It starts to get exciting after deciding to buy your first Griswold skillet. You can search flea markets and garage sales for those hidden treasures. But before you purchase the skillet or begin the...
Is Wagner cast Iron good?

6 Reasons Why Wagner Is Excellent Cast Iron

So much of the spotlight on vintage cast iron goes to Griswold ironware. Probably deservedly so. Griswold is undoubtedly some of the best ironware you can use. However, there is another big name in...
How much is my Griswold skillet worth

How Much Is My Griswold Skillet Worth? Factors That Affect Value.

So, how much is my Griswold skillet worth? Learn the factors determining the asking and selling prices of a Griswold cast iron skillet. The value of antique cast iron is subjective. But if you...
Sidney Hollowware skillet showing the logo on the base.

Learn The History Of The Sidney Hollow Ware Co.

Suppose you’re lucky enough to have a piece of vintage cast iron made by the Sidney Hollow Ware Company. Then you have ironware from the 19th century of history in your hands. Amazingly, you can find...
A vintage Victor cast iron skillet

Know Your Vintage Victor Cast Iron (History, Dates, and Markings)

Do you have a Victor cast iron skillet or waffle maker? You could be interested in learning the history of these vintage pieces and the sizes available. I will also attempt to create a...

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