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Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet

Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet

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$39.99at Lowe'sChecked Nov 9

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  • Last seen at $39.99 at Lowe's on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet

This is Lodge's 12-inch cast iron skillet made for America's 250th anniversary, with a commemorative design on the cooking surface and the usual Lodge pre-seasoned finish. It is the largest common Lodge skillet, so it sears four steaks or a whole chicken and moves from stovetop to oven to campfire. Compared with a standard Lodge 12-inch, you pay more for the anniversary casting, not for better cooking. Reviewers of Lodge cast iron in general praise the heat retention and the factory seasoning, and complain about the weight and the rough texture on some pans.

Best forSearing steaks and chops for a familyOven-to-table and campfire cookingBuyers who want a keepsake Lodge panAnyone replacing nonstick with cast iron
Pros
  • Thick cast iron holds heat and sears hard
  • Pre-seasoned with vegetable oil, ready after a wash
  • Oven safe to high heat and works on induction, gas, electric and coals
  • Pour spouts and helper handle on the 12-inch size
  • Commemorative casting makes it a collectible
Cons
  • Heavy, around 8 pounds, and awkward one-handed
  • Seasoning needs upkeep; acidic foods strip it
  • Rough cooking surface on some Lodge pans
  • Anniversary version costs more than the standard 12-inch
  • No lid or accessories included

Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet prices at every store

  • Lowe'sNew

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    $39.99Checked Nov 9
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  • Ace HardwareNew

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    $36.99+ $15.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet price history

Lowest price we've seen: $36.99 on Nov 9 at Ace Hardware. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of Lodge 12-inch skillets rate them highly for even heat and durability, and many keep them for decades. The common complaints are weight, a gritty surface out of the box and seasoning that takes time to build. The anniversary casting draws interest as a collectible, but most reviews describe the standard pan's cooking, not this edition.

What people mention
  • WeightCriticisedOwners say the 12-inch pan is heavy and tiring to lift, especially when full or hot.
  • Heat retentionPraisedReviewers report strong, even heat that sears meat and browns food well.
  • SeasoningMixedThe factory seasoning works for many, but others find it uneven and slow to build up.
  • Surface textureCriticisedSome owners describe a gritty cooking surface that takes months of use to smooth.
  • DurabilityPraisedBuyers say the pan holds up for years and passes down through families.

Specifications

Diameter (")
12.0Source
Body Material
Cast IronSource
Color
BlackSource
Features
PTFE FreeSource

Questions and answers

Is this different from the standard Lodge 12-inch skillet?
The cooking performance is the same. The difference is the anniversary design cast into the pan, which makes it a collectible rather than a better cooker.
Does it come pre-seasoned?
Yes. Lodge seasons it with vegetable oil at the factory, so you can cook after a quick wash and dry. It still benefits from regular oiling.
Can it go in the oven or on a grill?
Yes. Cast iron handles oven heat and direct grill or campfire coals. Use a mitt; the handle gets as hot as the pan.
How do I clean and keep it seasoned?
Scrub with hot water and a stiff brush, dry it on the stove, then rub in a thin layer of oil. Skip long soaks and dishwashing.
Will it work on induction?
Yes. Cast iron is magnetic, so it works on induction, gas, electric and glass-top ranges.
What size is it good for?
Twelve inches fits four steaks, a whole chicken or a large cornbread. It is a lot of pan for one or two people.
Where is the Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet cheapest?
At Lowe's, for $39.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Ace Hardware, Lowe's.

Stores we've priced the Lodge America's 250th Anniversary 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet at

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