Backcountry Iron’s 12 inch round cast iron has superior heat retention for even cooking. This skillet comes pre seasoned, ready to use out of the box! This pan has a 12.25 inch diameter, measures 12.75 inches spout to spout, and has a handle length of 4.75 inches. Our 12 inch cast iron skillet is fully compatible with gas, electric, and induction cooktops. You can also use this skillet in the oven, broiler, on the grill, BBQ or in the fire pit. Our skillet’s versatility makes them great for searing, roasting, baking, braising, and frying. This large skillet is good for steaks, one pan meals to feed the whole family or make enough cornbread to feed the neighborhood! Cast iron can rust so keep it out of the dishwasher, do not soak overnight, or air dry. Use warm water and scrape off any stuck food with a flat utensil. You can also lightly polish the cooking surface with a stainless steel chainmail scrubber for a smooth patina. Wipe dry immediately after cleaning, and apply a new layer of oil to protect from rust. This heavyweight skillet is proudly designed in the USA and pre-seasoned with our proprietary oil blend. Our skillets are cast from the finest virgin ore and built to last generations. With a smoother finish than other leading brands, compare with Wagner and Griswold vintage cast iron skillets. Support a small business! Backcountry Iron’s 12 inch pre-seasoned cast iron skillet is hand-made using a proprietary alloy, and is seasoned using our company’s blend of the finest food grade oils available to ensure you’ve got the best quality skillet on the market. We take pride in our products and focus on quality and craftsmanship before all else. You’ll find that your food sears evenly and cooks with more consistency compared to other cast iron products. This skillet includes a protective mitt for the pan, our nylon based cloth handles are comfortable to hold, easy to slide-on and slide-off, and are extremely protective for your skin. This pan is great for high heat and dual oven/stove techniques, and is also great for cooking: meats, vegetables, fish, desserts, cornbread, casseroles, and anything else you can think of. You’ll find more passion for cooking and better flavors in your food! Our Story: Backcountry Iron is a small artisan company of foodies, home cooks, and professional chefs. We are passionate about great food and that drove us to create our own cast iron cookware – its versatility, heat retention, and ease-of-use made cast iron an obvious choice for us. We strive to design and manufacture timeless, high quality cast iron cookware that will last generations.