Is the top solid cast iron or coated, please? i have read both.
339496
Its solid and needs to be seasoned or things will stick. I keep a little brush with olive oil handy and a scraper because over cooked food residue builds up. But I love it andwould recommend it.
339497
solid cast iron, but comes seasoned (perhaps that's what they mean by coated)
339498
Yes it is cast iron, just follow is instructions for using and it works great. I believe they have a coat model as well. It turns over for a flat cooking surface. Love it.
339499
Its solid and needs to be seasoned or things will stick. I keep a little brush with olive oil handy and a scraper because over cooked food residue builds up. But I love it and would recommend it.
339500
Mine is solid cast iron, and looks like the one on the picture. I purchased it 11 months ago. My parents have the granite, and I will say I like it better, because of the flat surface. If I may recommend a type of cheese... EDAM cheese works really well with the raclette set. Enjoy!
339501
Hi, It is coated, so that the food you grill on top doesn't stick we like it very much
1591717
I can't tell what it's coated with. Given how quickly the underside on the edges rusted I'd say it' not throughly coated but is coated. I have 3 and they all had the same problem. I've made batches of pop corn shrimp on it for weeks now and 95% of them don't stick with no extra prep required [eg: no non stick spray].
1785047
I bought mine in February 2014, and the grates are definitely ceramic-coated cast iron which, in my view, cook better than stainless steel.
2233341
I, too, prefer the old smooth finish on cast iron so I look for old pieces. The finish on these pans is better than usual and I have purchased about a dozen or so as gifts. My advice : Buy several and I believe you will be happy with them. Enjoy a toasted cheese sandwich! Good Luck!
1664682
They are coated with something that looks like Teflon but non of the paperwork sent with it says what it is for sure. By the way, if you're purchasing this with the metal top - don't! It warps when it's heated after about the 8th use. To save money, I would buy the one with the granite top so you don't have to replace the metal top later.
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Yep, the coating works very well. This is a great pan. I have enjoyed it without sticking problems. May I suggest you "season" you other lodge cookware too? They'll work fine. Coat with peanut oil, place in a 500 degree oven for an hour or so over tin foil. A smooth patina will be cooked on. No stick. Wash cast iron with detergent, but the non-citrus type. Repeat as needed and coat in between uses with peanut oil or "Cast Iron Conditioner" paste product, from "Camp Chef" to keep your seasoning good. Enjoy the fine qualities of cast iron!! E. MacDonald
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It is coated with wax to protect from rusting during shipment. It is definitely cast iron, and beside being a bit rough in its casting (which is typical today), it is a pretty nice wok. When I received mine, I cleaned off the wax with soap and a brush, coated with some coconut oil, and seasoned it in the oven for several hours. Then I coated it again, and seasoned it one more time. I have had this for about a year, and am absolutely satisfied with its performance. I have used stainless steel woks in the past, and I would consider this a nice upgrade from that. The only downfall is it can be pretty heavy just to handle with one arm. It is coated with wax to protect from rusting during shipment. It is definitely cast iron, and beside being a bit rough in its casting (which is typical today), it is a pretty nice wok. When I received mine, I cleaned off the wax with soap and a brush, coated with some coconut oil, and seasoned it in the oven for several hours. Then I coated it again, and seasoned it one more time. I have had this for about a year, and am absolutely satisfied with its performance. I have used stainless steel woks in the past, and I would consider this a nice upgrade from that. The only downfall is it can be... » Read More It is coated with wax to protect from rusting during shipment. It is definitely cast iron, and beside being a bit rough in its casting (which is typical today), it is a pretty nice wok. When I received mine, I cleaned off the wax with soap and a brush, coated with some coconut oil, and seasoned it in the oven for several hours. Then I coated it again, and seasoned it one more time. I have had this for about a year, and am absolutely satisfied with its performance. I have used stainless steel woks in the past, and I would consider this a nice upgrade from that. The only downfall is it can be pretty heavy just to handle with one arm. « Show Less
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It's cast iron coated in enamel just like the pots. The difference is that the skillet is fired at a much higher temperature giving it a black surface versus the cream surface if the pots. However, you cannot use tomatoes or other acidic ingredients in the skillet, because it will ruin the coating that will eventually form from use.
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It's taken me longer than it should to figure out there are 3 options with Weber: porcelain enameled STEEL, porcelain embedded CAST IRON, and stainless steel. The 7525 model is the porcelain covered steel. Everyone loves cast iron skillets for a reason. They hold heat longer than steel. From a cooking standpoint, the cast iron is the best choice. I am not sure that it will last the longest. I've read a bunch of reviews on lifespan: some weber owners swear by the stainless and some swear by the cast iron.
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No it is not coated if you are use to Teflon, it will be a disappointment.I am not impressed with the quality either
1268435
no coating the grilles are great treat them like you would any cast iron pans.flax seed oil is best i think its what i use. clean apply oil bake in oven. look on internet for more info
1305172
It appears to be cast iron, it might be aluminum. Whatever it is made of it is made of sturdy construction.
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Teflon coated...this is one GREAT machine....rice, quinoa, grains of all kind come out perfect!!!!! Love it!
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I can't speak for the others. I can only tell you that ours is definitely cast iron. It's very heavy. We have a glass cook top and it takes a few minutes to heat up, but once it is heated it cooks great! I recommend cleaning it with mineral spirits and then scrubbing it with detergent BEFORE you start to season it. We love ours! Great wok for the price!
50352
No, mine is stainless steel, not cast iron. Works well though, and I just put it in the dishwasher when done.
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Not clear coated, and I used it as a top for my kitchen island....works great, solid, heavy, and well made!!
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no coating, the wok is a true cast iron and pretty heavy in weight. Enjoy it like i do