Lodge Cast Iron Classic 13 1/4" Skillet with Assist Handle #L12SK3 Pre-Seasoned

The Ultimate Crowd-Pleaser Skillet for Large Gatherings

The Lodge 13.25-Inch Cast Iron Skillet is built for feeding a crowd. This generous-sized powerhouse delivers superior heat retention and ample cooking space, making it the perfect choice for family reunions, holiday dinners, tailgating, camping trips, and any time you need to cook for a group. The dual-handle design with assist handle ensures safe, confident handling of this substantial 11-pound workhorse.

Why the 13.25-Inch Size is Perfect for Entertaining

• Feed the Whole Family: Generous 13.25-inch cooking surface handles meals for 6-8 people with ease
• Dual Handle Design: Main handle plus assist handle provide secure, balanced lifting and pouring—essential for an 11-pound skillet
• Maximum Cooking Capacity: Fry a dozen pork chops, sear multiple steaks, or cook an entire breakfast for the family in one pan
• Perfect for Gatherings: Ideal for holiday dinners, family reunions, tailgating, camping groups, and entertaining
• Restaurant-Size Performance: Professional capacity for home cooks who love to entertain
• Outdoor Cooking Champion: Large enough for campfire cooking, outdoor grills, and backyard gatherings

Pre-Seasoned and Ready to Cook

Every Lodge skillet comes foundry seasoned with vegetable oil and baked at high temperature, creating a natural, easy-release cooking surface right out of the box. No chemical coatings, no PFAS, no PTFE—just pure cast iron and oil. Start cooking immediately and watch the seasoning improve with each use, developing a naturally non-stick patina that lasts for generations.

What You Can Make

Breakfast for a Crowd: 8-10 eggs, full pound of bacon, hash browns for the family, pancakes for everyone
Dinner Parties: 6-8 pork chops, 4-5 steaks, whole cut-up chicken, multiple fish fillets
One-Pan Meals: Large batches of fajitas, stir-fry for 8, paella, jambalaya
Outdoor Cooking: Campfire breakfasts, tailgate burgers, grilled vegetables for a crowd
Baking: Large cornbread, giant skillet cookie, fruit crisp for the family
Frying: Multiple chicken pieces, fish fry for a group, donuts

The Assist Handle Advantage

At 11 pounds, this skillet is substantial—and that's exactly what makes it so effective at heat retention and even cooking. The assist handle isn't just a convenience; it's an essential safety feature that gives you secure, balanced control when lifting, pouring, or moving this professional-grade pan. Two hands, two handles, total confidence.

Superior Cast Iron Performance

Cast iron's legendary heat retention and even distribution deliver consistent, reliable results that modern cookware can't match. The large, thick construction of this 13.25-inch skillet means exceptional heat retention—perfect for searing multiple steaks or maintaining temperature when cooking for a crowd. Once heated, it stays hot and cooks evenly from edge to center.

Incredibly Versatile

Use this skillet on all cooking surfaces including gas, electric, ceramic, and induction cooktops. It's oven-safe to any temperature, grill-safe for outdoor cooking, and campfire-ready for group camping adventures. From stovetop to oven to outdoor grill, this versatile pan goes wherever you need to feed a crowd.

Trusted by Professionals and Home Cooks

Everyone from Martha Stewart to competitive outdoor chefs considers Lodge cast iron skillets essential cooking tools. The 13.25-inch size is particularly beloved by those who regularly cook for groups, entertain frequently, or simply want the capacity to handle any cooking challenge.

Built to Last Generations

Lodge doesn't just make cookware—they make heirlooms that bring families together for generations. With proper care, this 13.25-inch skillet will serve your family gatherings for decades, developing better seasoning and performance with each use. It's an investment in quality that pays dividends with every meal.

Product Specifications

Cooking Surface: 13.25 inches diameter
Weight: 11 pounds
Features: Pre-seasoned, main handle plus assist handle for safe lifting
Compatibility: All cooktops (gas, electric, ceramic, induction), oven-safe, grill-safe, campfire-safe
Capacity: Perfect for 6-8 servings
Care: Hand wash, dry thoroughly, apply light oil coating

About Lodge Manufacturing

As the only full line of American-made cast iron cookware, Lodge has been crafting quality cookware in Tennessee since 1896. Their commitment to even heating, natural easy-release finish, versatility, and durability remains unmatched after more than a century of production.

Jack's Country Store has proudly stocked Lodge Cast Iron for over 20 years. We carry every piece currently offered, including restaurant and food service items. Visit us in Ocean Park to see our extensive Lodge selection!

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