The short version
- A 10.25-inch cast iron skillet (Lodge SKU L8SK3), pre-seasoned at the foundry with vegetable oil, made in the USA. Lodge lists it at 5.66 lb.
- $24.90 on Sep 30, 2026, sold by Amazon.com, the same price as on Lodge's own site. Upkeep is a little cooking oil and the occasional oven re-seasoning.
- Hand wash only, and it is heavy, with a single long handle. Lift it with two hands, and use a dry mitt when it's hot.
Stovetop (induction included), oven or grill.
Not a sleeping-area item.
Not a bathroom item.
Not a living-area item, though Lodge says it goes over a campfire.
Solid yellow = where it lives · hatched = also works there
What the spec sheet shows
We read Lodge's product page for its Classic Cast Iron Skillets (10.25-inch variant, SKU L8SK3), Lodge's care and seasoning pages, and the Amazon listing for ASIN B00006JSUA, all on Sep 30, 2026. The Amazon listing shows the 10.25-inch skillet from the Lodge store, with model number L8SK3PLT and manufacturer part number 17L8SK3. Those are packaging variants of the same L8SK3 pan.
| Spec | Value | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 10.25 in (26 cm) | The size is measured across the top rim. The flat cooking floor is smaller. |
| Overall size | 16.12 × 10.68 × 2.0 in | Lodge's figures include the handle and the helper handle. Check your cabinet depth. |
| Weight | 5.66 lb (Lodge) / 5.4 lb (Amazon) | The two sources differ slightly. Either way, it is heavy for one-handed tossing. |
| Material | Cast iron | The handle is cast in one piece with the pan, so it gets hot. |
| Seasoning | Vegetable oil | Lodge's product page says "100% natural vegetable oil"; its beginner's guide says a soy-based vegetable oil baked on at high temperature. |
| Heat sources | Any stovetop, oven, grill, campfire | Per Lodge, induction included. |
| Care | Hand wash, dry, oil | Amazon's spec field says "Hand Wash Only." |
| Made in | USA | Lodge's box art says made in Tennessee. |
What the standards and sources say
No certification applies to a plain cast iron pan, and Lodge doesn't claim one. The label worth understanding is "PFAS-Free," which is in the Amazon title and on the box. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are, in the EPA's description, widely used, long-lasting chemicals whose components break down very slowly over time [4]. Lodge says its cookware "has been made without PFAS since the beginning." Its explanation is that the seasoning is vegetable oil "fused to the pan under high heat," not an applied coating [2]. The Amazon listing's manufacturer section says the pan is made without PFOA and PTFE (PTFE is the fluoropolymer used in many conventional nonstick coatings) and that the seasoned pan is "just iron and oil" [5]. These are Lodge's own statements about how the pan is made; we did not find a third-party test to cite.
Lodge also sets expectations about cooking. It recommends starting at medium-low heat and preheating for a couple of minutes, because cast iron holds heat. It also suggests holding off on tomato- or lemon-heavy dishes until the seasoning has built up [3]. The pan is not coated, so the "non-stick" wording on the listing refers to seasoning that gets better with use, not a slick coating. For checking what comes out of it, see our entry on the TempPro instant-read thermometer (K3).
It weighs over five pounds empty, and the handle heats up along with the pan. If lifting a full, hot skillet with one hand is hard for you, plan to use the helper handle on the other side and two dry potholders. Also, it can't go in the dishwasher. If you want a pan you can put in the dishwasher, this is the wrong material.
How to set it up and keep it up
This is Lodge's care routine, summarized from its beginner's guide and seasoning page.
Quick wash, then cook day one
The pan arrives seasoned. Give it a quick wash, dry it, add a little oil and start cooking. Lodge says no at-home seasoning is needed before first use.
Wash, dry, oil after every use
Let it cool, then hand wash with warm, soapy water. For stuck-on food, simmer water in the pan for 3–5 minutes, let it cool, and use a pan scraper. Dry it completely and wipe on a light layer of oil.
Keep cooking in it ongoing
Lodge's view is that regular cooking with oil is the main upkeep, because each use adds to the seasoning.
Re-season in the oven only when cooking doesn't fix it
Lodge says a dull patch or a little dark residue on the towel is normal and usually works itself out as you keep cooking, and that flaking usually settles down after a scrub, a rinse and a coat of oil. If a problem persists, re-season: wash and dry the pan, wipe a very thin layer of oil over the whole thing, inside and out, and set it upside down on the center rack at 450–500°F with foil on the rack below. Bake for 1 hour, then let it cool in the oven.
Price and where it is sold
On Sep 30, 2026 the listing showed the 10.25-inch Lodge skillet at $24.90, shipped and sold by Amazon.com, In Stock, with a free 30-day refund or replacement return window. Lodge's own site showed the 10.25-inch size at the same $24.90 sale price that day. Amazon's spec table lists a lifetime manufacturer warranty; Lodge publishes its warranty terms on its site. There are no parts to replace. Prices change; this is a dated snapshot.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs a lightweight pan. Lodge's own lineup runs down to 8-inch and smaller skillets, which are lighter.
- Anyone set on dishwasher cleanup. Cast iron needs hand washing and drying.
- Cooks who mostly simmer acidic sauces for a long time. Lodge suggests waiting until the seasoning has built up; an enameled or stainless pan may suit you better.
Sources
- Lodge Cast Iron. Classic Cast Iron Skillets product page, 10.25-inch variant (L8SK3), features and dimensions. Accessed Sep 30, 2026. link
- Lodge Cast Iron. Article on cast iron made without PFAS. Aug 19, 2025; accessed Sep 30, 2026. link
- Lodge Cast Iron. Beginner's Guide to Cast Iron (seasoning, cooking, cleaning and care). May 17, 2022; accessed Sep 30, 2026. link
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. PFAS Explained. Accessed Sep 30, 2026. link
- Amazon. Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet, PFAS-Free, 10.25 Inches (ASIN B00006JSUA), listing, spec table and "From the manufacturer" section. Accessed Sep 30, 2026 (linked in the price section above).
- Lodge Cast Iron. How to season cast iron (oven re-seasoning steps). Accessed Sep 30, 2026. link
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