Restoration SMITHEY vs No. 11 Deep Skillet with Glass Lid: 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
No. 11 Deep Skillet with Glass Lid
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
B 82/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Cast iron with glass lid
Confidence
92%
PossibleGlass lid thermal shock or breakage
PossibleRust or corrosion if poorly maintained
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