This antique restored "WAGNER" Sidney O #6 Cast Iron Skillet with outer heat ring has been thoroughly cleaned and seasoned with organic coconut oil. Based on the markings, this skillet was cast sometime between 1915 and 1920. The skillet does have slight movement when placed on a granite counter top - corrected by one playing card. It has no chips, cracks or repairs - and is ready to use or display.
As with other skillets from this time period, there are some minor casting flaws on the bottom (see pictures). The skillet has very good cooking surface with minor utensil marking (see pictures). The bottom is marked with the arched "WAGNER" followed by straight block letters "Sydney" and "O" on the top portion. At the bottom is the size number "6". The skillet is 9 1/2" wide (spout to spout), 13 3/4" long including the handle, and 2" deep. This skillet would be a great addition to any collection.
Cleaning and Seasoning process: The cleaning process begins with several days of soaking in a lye tank, followed by several hours in the electrolysis tank. After any skillet is stripped back to bare metal, it's lightly scrubbed with steel wool and given a thin coat of organic olive oil. To season the skillet, it’s put in the oven and heated first at 200°, then 300° for about 15 minutes. After it’s been heated, it’s coated with a liberal amount of organic coconut oil and wiped down to remove any excess oil. The skillet is put back in the oven at 425° for about 30 minutes. This process is repeated several times to create a protective surface.
Just a reminder, cast iron skillets are not designed for the newer glass/ceramic cooking surfaces. Also, since cast iron can be damaged if dropped or mishandled, I safely pack each piece for shipping.