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Field Company No.10 Cast Iron Skillet

★★★★★ 4.6/5 · 1,048 reviewsby Field CompanySkilletForge score 9.2/10
9.2OUT OF 10
The SkilletForge verdict

The Field Company No.10 Skillet delivers a refined, lightweight take on traditional cast iron cookware, blending vintage smooth-surface craftsmanship with modern manufacturing precision. It's an excellent choice for cooks who want the heat retention benefits of cast iron without the bulk, though the premium price may give budget shoppers pause.

Key Features

Full Specifications

CategorySkillets & Fry Pans
Maker / brandField Company
Size8"
MaterialSeasoned cast iron
Cooktop compatibilityGas · Electric · Induction · Oven · Campfire / grill
Owner reviews1,048 ratings
SkilletForge score9.2 / 10
Best price seen$178

What we liked

  • Significantly lighter than traditional cast iron skillets
  • Smooth cooking surface requires less oil buildup over time
  • Excellent heat retention and even heating
  • Attractive polished exterior finish
  • Comfortable handle with hanging loop
  • Great for searing, baking, and campfire cooking

Worth noting

  • Higher price point than mass-market cast iron brands
  • Handle can still get hot and requires a mitt
  • Limited to one size per purchase (sold individually)
  • Requires ongoing seasoning maintenance like all cast iron

The Full Review

The Field Company No. 10 Skillet stands as the flagship piece in this Kentucky-based manufacturer's lineup of American-made cast iron cookware, offering a generous 12-inch cooking surface that bridges the gap between everyday versatility and serious kitchen capacity. Unlike the rough, pebbly texture found on many vintage-style or budget cast iron pans, this skillet features a smooth, machine-finished cooking surface that Field Company achieves through a specialized manufacturing process, resulting in a pan that requires less initial seasoning effort and releases food more readily from the very first uses. The lightweight construction, notably thinner and less bulky than traditional cast iron pieces of comparable size, makes this No. 10 easier to maneuver from stovetop to oven to table without sacrificing the heat retention and even cooking properties that define quality cast iron. Crafted from a single piece of cast iron in the United States, the No.

10 skillet arrives pre-seasoned with a proprietary blend of oils, giving home cooks a functional non-stick surface right out of the box while still allowing that seasoning to build and improve with continued use over months and years. Two pour spouts flank the pan on either side, a thoughtful design detail that simplifies draining excess grease or transferring sauces without the mess often associated with single-spout designs, while the long handle includes a helper hole for stability when lifting a fully loaded pan with both hands. This skillet handles the full range of cast iron cooking tasks, from searing steaks and thick pork chops to baking cornbread, roasting vegetables, and frying eggs, transitioning seamlessly between stovetop burners, oven interiors reaching high temperatures, and even open flame or campfire cooking. The No. 10 size positions itself as an ideal choice for families or those who frequently cook larger portions, offering enough surface area to sear multiple chicken breasts simultaneously or prepare a skillet meal that serves four without overcrowding the pan. Field Company backs this skillet with a focus on domestic manufacturing transparency, sourcing raw iron and completing production stateside rather than importing components, which appeals to buyers specifically seeking American-made kitchen tools. With proper care involving regular seasoning maintenance, avoiding prolonged soaking in water, and drying thoroughly after each wash, this cast iron skillet is built to last for decades, developing a deeper, richer patina and improved non-stick performance the longer it remains in active kitchen rotation.

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