The Lodge Blacklock Skillet is a culinary masterpiece that combines professional performance with innovative design and a timeless, vintage aesthetic. Many people aren't aware of the exceptional heat retention and distribution cast iron offers, ensuring professional treatment whether browning, frying, searing, grilling, baking, braising or sautéing. And when it comes to experts, there are none more celebrated than Lodge. These guys helped define the quintessential skillet design and have been making them for 127 years in their famous Tennessee foundry, the oldest of its kind in the U.S.A.

As opposed to most modern pans that are made with synthetic coatings, cast iron is both safe (nontoxic, PFOA & PTFE free) and, with a little seasoning, non-stick. In addition to the classic design, this model comes with a useful second handle, which helps with manoeuvring when cooking and serving up. Its versatile nature makes it suitable for various cooking methods, including stovetop, oven, grill and even campfire. Some wrongly assume that skillets are only useful as frying pans, but that's a huge oversight; it's just as simple to make pizzas, pies, stews and bakes in them. Working just as well with induction hobs as they do with the gas variety, they really are multipurpose in the truest sense of the word.

The Blacklock collection represents Lodge's most premium line, released to commemorate Lodge's storied history. Extensive R&D efforts have resulted in a skillet that uses the thinnest cast construction possible, making it 25% lighter. A longer, higher handle means it stays cooler for longer, enabling easier maneuvering, whilst a triple-seasoned coating straight out of the box ensures a natural non-stick that lasts. Simply put, these are the best skillets money can buy from the world's most renowned makers.

If that wasn't enough, Lodge are so sure of their craftsmanship, they offer a lifetime guarantee against any defects (although we can't see you using it, they last generations).

Whether they're a professional chef or enthusiastic home cook, this skillet is a reliable, durable, multi-purpose classic that will elevate their cooking for as long as they're in the kitchen.