Erie 3rd series #10 715 "hammered"

[Bob Gontarz]

As the new guy, I thought I should bring something interesting to the table... a conversation piece, for sure.

Picked up this Erie #10 in a batch that included:
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• 2    #8 3-notch Lodges

Wagner #7
BSR Square Skillet
MIC Fajita Pan
[/list] all unmarked for $53... 3rd hand junk store going outta biz. Every pan in very good condition.

Check out the striking (pun intended) detail of the gorgeous design work.

[FD_Hoover]

I would like to have seen this one before the grinder.  It looks like it was in decent condition

[Sandy Glenn]

Not everyone should have power tools.

[Bob Gontarz]

Yes, the 715 is in fine shape... no cracks, smooth (unmolested) interior, and it seasoned very well with Crisco. Nice looking "user" pan. Another "eye of the beholder" phenomenon. 

Thanks for the expert analysis on grinding. I had no idea how it was done. I presume that grinding a piece of cast iron cookware after it has left the factory is a serious offense.

[FD_Hoover]

Yes, the 715 is in fine shape... no cracks, smooth (unmolested) inside, and it seasoned very well with Crisco. Nice looking "user" pan. Another "eye of the beholder" phenomenon. 

Thanks for the expert analysis on grinding. I had no idea how it was done. I presume that grinding a piece of cast iron cookware after it has left the factory is a serious offense.

Very much frowned on in the collector cast world.  The skillet looks to have been in decent shape.  The grinding kills any value of the skillet.  Most who grind do so not knowing the damage they are doing.   By the way forgive me for failing to welcome you to the forum. By all means pull up a chair and share your cast with us we are glad your here. Its a great forum with great knowledgeable people.  You wont find a better place to talk and learn cast iron

[Bob Gontarz]

Thank you for your insights, Farold. This is why I registered. I have an open mind, always seeking to learn. Critical analysis is always appreciated. As a musician, I've learned to "play well with others"  ;)

In registering @ WAGS, I felt I had to own a Griswold and a Wagner CI to be "legitimate." The Erie 715 is my first Gris. I'm very happy with it as a cooking pan. Granted, collector value has been severely diminished. But, it has a rather unique artistic value.

I do own 2ea. Wagner #6s and #7s unmarked. I very much respect the truth from a sincere voice.

[FD_Hoover]

Thank you for your insights, Farold. This is why I registered. I have an open mind, always seeking to learn. Critical analysis is always appreciated. As a musician, I've learned to "play well with others"  ;)

In registering @ WAGS, I felt I had to own a Griswold and a Wagner CI to be "legitimate." The Erie 715 is my first Gris. I'm very happy with it as a cooking pan. Granted, collector value has been severely diminished. But, it has a rather unique artistic value.

I do own 2ea. Wagner #6s and #7s unmarked. I very much respect the truth from a sincere voice.

I agree it will make a great user and a even better conversation piece. better watch it you hand around here your cast collection starts to multiply like rabbits :D ;D

[Greg Stahl]

The inside is perfect.  That would be my user piece in the kitchen!!!

Yes, the 715 is in fine shape... no cracks, smooth (unmolested) interior, and it seasoned very well with Crisco. Nice looking "user" pan. Another "eye of the beholder" phenomenon. 

Thanks for the expert analysis on grinding. I had no idea how it was done. I presume that grinding a piece of cast iron cookware after it has left the factory is a serious offense.