Can the wooden handle be removed so I can put this in the oven to season it?
183328
Yes. The wood is held on the mounting brackets with two screws. I did the very same thing and haven't had any problems with rusting. It's well worth the money. Hope you enjoy.
183329
The handle is screwed on so I guess it could come off.When I seasoned mine I put it in some bacon grease on top of the stove at a low temp. and cook it for a while, when I wash it I just run hot water over it anduse a brush to remove the gunk from between the ridges & dry it with a paper towel.That seems to work best for me.
1639873
I would say no- handle too long. Handles made of wood and would eventually burn off. Requires VERY hot and direct heat to the pans.
860562
No. The handle is not removable...it only releases the top of the basket so it lifts completely off. We have a small grill but the basket fit in and the lid did close.
1272826
No. You will have to season it. Also it is too big to fit in a standard oven.
1281384
Wooden handles need to be wrapped in tin foil in the oven. Plastic fittings on tops are safe to 320* F. Straight from owners leaflet.
283522
The handle does not get hot unless you are using the pan to cook in the oven. Then you will need a hot pad.
2267362
I wouldn't. The lid handle is heat resistant but it's not clear how much heat it can take. I know that with high-heat frying the utensils quickly melt and I wouldn't take a chance heating the lid in the oven unless you replace the knob with something metal that can handle the oven temperatures.
1596969
The pan is painted on the outside and has a poly-resin type handle opposite the pan handle, so I would NOT recommend it be used in the oven.
812523
No, but the handle had no problem holding up to the 450 degree heat while wrapped in a towel and heavy duty foil while seasoning in the oven.
361929
i have never tried to remove the handle. i just store in a place with the handle attached.
1075182
I haven't tried it, but I'm guessing no. The handle would get hot, I'm sure. It's not cast iron like the rest.
1436856
I suppose that it could be removed using a pair of strong channel locks or pliers and strong hands, but I personally would not do this. It's not made to be detachable as the pot is very heavy and the wire handle stays cool compared to the cast iron. Lodge does make a little smaller Dutch oven without the iron bail handle. I've seen it in Benny's stores and I'm sure Lodge has it on their own website. Good luck.
1695046
I would have to say NO. The Handle and Cover Grip are coated with a heat resistant soft rubber/plastic for lack of not knowing the materials name. Looks and feels like an oven would melt and our burn the handles. One never knows with what they can do these days, though I personally would refrain.
272568
Take the smaller handle off before seasoning (and, TAKE YOUR TIME SEASONING IT'S WORTH IT!).
1098602
No, I don't think the handle can be removed, and, if you put it in a toaster oven you probably will burn the handle. You might try making your sandwiches in a fry pan with the weight pressing down on top. Actually, this weight isn't that heavy, so you would need to press it down by holding the handle. Worst thing is this is iron and it rusts easily and quickly. I seldom use it!
1254978
Technically, yes, but it's not designed to be. You'd need a tool to bend the handle to remove it...
473569
The handle is metal, and oven safe. I've had the pan in the oven on self-clean cycle (to redo the seasoning) and there was no damage to the handle or anything else on the pan.