Restoration SMITHEY vs Smithey No. 10 Cast Iron Skillet: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
Smithey Ironware
Restoration SMITHEY
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
B 82/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Cast iron, enamel finish
Confidence
82%
PossibleEnamel coating degradation and iron exposure
PossibleThermal shock damage to enamel
Smithey Ironware
Smithey No. 10 Cast Iron Skillet
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
B 82/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Cast iron with seasoned oil finish
Confidence
92%
PossibleSeasoning oil degradation
PossibleThermal shock cracking
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