Any Griswold experts on here? Is this one fake?

Look like its seen some miles and is a nice pan. Other than that does it really matter?

I suspect this is a fake. For the “Large Logo” skillet made from roughly 1920-49, they were all marked “Erie, PA., U.S.A.” Also, all were marked “ CAST IRON SKILLET” and the size number. Most had model number. The earlier skillets were differently marked but, this one has the “Large Logo” and thus would have the markings I described. Here’s one of my large logo skillets to compare. Also note differences in logo type. Griswold never used that “typeset”



Here’s a #80 large logo

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Looks like the old markings to me. I don't know about not being collectable, those old marking pans are usually listed $200-$300... I personally go for the cheaper American made cast iron but if I saw a Griswold for a good price I would probably flip it...

Yes, there were pans made without the Erie, PA.. However, they had the slant typeface on the Griswold. Regardless, I hope he uses pan and gets great enjoyment from it. If he’s going to flip it, he may be disappointed in what it fetches

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If he’s going to flip it, he may be disappointed in what it fetches

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I think it’s only worth $50-$75, I’m not expecting big money from it.

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Did you get the mating top, as this was originally a “double skillet”?

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No, the had a mating top for it, but it was not Griswold, and they wanted another $30 for it, so I just took the bottom half.

I’d keep it that’s a great looking piece.
perfect for frying chicken

Looks like an older design Griswold manufacturer... I have one the same without the 1102 and use it extensively for frying anything that needs added space for steaming. I went to the ARC or Goodwill and found me a nice glass-lid for its cover and I'm happy with its accomplishments. Besides, the real fake ones have severe pitting inside and out. Avoid those to prevent iron contamination with your oil or food.