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Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Skillet — the one pan his first kitchen needs
Lodge 10.25-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet (L8SK3)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- First kitchen
- Stove, oven or grill
- Made in USA
- Under $30
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Why this gift works
The Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Skillet (L8SK3) is pre-seasoned with vegetable oil and made in the USA. It works on any stovetop, including induction, and in the oven, on a grill or over a campfire, with a main handle, an assist handle and two pour spouts. It is 2.25 inches deep and weighs about 5.3 pounds, per restaurant-supply listings.
Cast iron gets better with use and outlasts every nonstick pan he will ever own. For a son cooking for himself for the first time, it is the one pan that handles eggs, steak, cornbread and everything in between.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A son's first kitchen
- Camping trips
- Learning to cook
Think twice if
- He will not hand-wash
- Lifting heavy pans is hard for him
The catch
It is heavy at about 5.3 pounds, the handle gets hot, and it needs Lodge's wash, dry and oil routine instead of the dishwasher. The listing offers other sizes, so check that 10.25 inches is selected.
Skip if he will not hand-wash a pan, or already cooks with cast iron.
Key specs
| Size | 10.25 in |
|---|---|
| Depth | 2.25 in |
| Weight | About 5.3 lb |
| Handles | Main handle plus assist handle; two pour spouts |
| Heat sources | Stove (including induction), oven, grill, campfire |
| Model | L8SK3 |
Worth knowing before you buy
- A silicone handle holder is sold separately.
- It is about 16 in long including the handle.
Why we like it
- Lasts for decades
- Works on any heat source
- Made in USA
- Inexpensive
What to look for in a first skillet
- Size. 10 to 12 inches cooks for one or two.
- Material. Cast iron lasts for decades with simple care.
- Versatility. Oven-safe pans do more than stovetop-only ones.
Questions people ask
Yes - Lodge pre-seasons it with vegetable oil.
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