12K views · 972 reactions | The full restoration of a 1960s Wagner Ware No. 8 cast iron skillet that I gifted to a chef friend. Finding and getting these old pans back into shape is only half the story — what they’re used for next is the exciting part. I like to think a good pan can be both a tool and an inspiration. It’s all about the next meal it helps bring to the table. #chef #castiron #story | Cast That Iron | Facebook

5.9K views · 67 reactions | This pan had the smoothest cooking surface. Restoring a 1960s Wagner Ware skillet in the lye bath. #castiron #vintage #restoration | Cast That Iron | Facebook

The 1920s Wagner Ware Bacon Fryer — someone got it right 100 years ago creating a pan dedicated to making bacon. One of the things I love most about early cast-iron cookware is how many of these pans were marketed for cooking something specific. Although I can think of a few other fun things to cook-up in this square skillet, of course I had to start with bacon. #castiron #vintage #wagnerware #bacon #restoration | Cast That Iron