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Offline Sandy Glenn

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Cracked Skillet
« on: May 04, 2006, 12:36:41 AM »
Found a crack in the wall of a #9 no-name shallow skillet in the final stages of cleaning.  I about cried... I really wanted that for a user.  It's really well cast, lightweight, has an inset H/R, thin wall construction, no p/n but the size# on the handle and bottom look the same as Griswold's.  The crack is a couple inches from the handle and is about 1/2" long... it's not a hairline, it goes through from front to back.  Just for kicks I seasoned it and, you might know, it darkened and seasoned nicer than anything I've ever done.  I'm almost tempted to use it anyway... should I?  Is it safe?  I'd hate to have a stovetop explosion.
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Offline Duke Gilleland

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Re: Cracked Skillet
« Reply #1 on: May 04, 2006, 05:52:28 AM »
I have a couple here that are cracked and they are great users! The more you use them, the more the crack will seal. I say cook away! ;)
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Re: Cracked Skillet
« Reply #2 on: May 04, 2006, 01:06:09 PM »
I'm with Duke; use the pan and enjoy.  Few cracks get worse when used.

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CharlesCowdrick

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Re: Cracked Skillet
« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2006, 03:18:43 PM »
I agree, use it!
I've got two cracks in a beautiful #8 ERIE with pattern mark. I use it for everything from Pineapple Upside Cake to sauted shrimp, to crustless quiche. Use it 'til ya lose it!
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Offline Sandy Glenn

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Re: Cracked Skillet
« Reply #4 on: May 04, 2006, 11:04:01 PM »
Thanks!  You guys made my day.  Couldn't bear the thought of not using it, especially after all that work.  
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Offline Roger Barfield

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Re: Cracked Skillet
« Reply #5 on: May 05, 2006, 10:59:08 AM »
Sandy, I had one that had a crack by the handle and I used it that way for a year before i noticed it.  I just wouldn't fill it up with grease and deep fry in it.  ;D
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