what is the difference between this lodge pan LCS3 @ $25 and the lodge LK8S3 pan which is $15? Both are ten 1/2 inch pans look the same.

the LK8S3 is 12" diameter, has more a sharper "corner" where where the sides join the bottom, has more vertical sides, and is 2" deep. the LCS3 is 10" diameter, has sides that are angled outwards more, the sides join the bottom in more of a curve, and is 1.75" deep. basically, it much easier to slide an omelet (or anything else, I suppose) sideways out of the LCS3 without breaking.

Most 1-Star reviews complain about a rough surface on the inside of the skillet, is this a common occurrence?

Yup. It's common to every pan, pot and oven made by Lodge. They don't machine the cooking surfaces as they did in days of yore, and it makes no difference, at least to me, and I have both. I made omelets with mine using a little olive oil and butter the day I got it and it worked fine from the get go. I would recommend wiping it down with a thin coat of Crisco when you take delivery, popping it in a 350 dg. oven for an hour, and letting it cool in the oven. Be sure the pan is upside down when you do this. This adds another coat of seasoning. To clean it, I pour hot water in it and let it sit while I'm eating. I then toss out the water, scrub with a nylon scrubbie if necessary, dry, heat the pan on the stove and wipe down with oil. Go here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCePEY9x9H0

I've read where some use this for pizza at 500*-550*. Can this be done without damage?

I make a fabulous pan pizza in my 10.25 lodge and the temp is 550. 550 is no problem for cast iron.

Is the 10" measurement at the top of the skillet or the cooking area on the bottom?

10" at the top. The cooking area on the bottom is only 7 1/2".

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🍳 Elevate your kitchen game with the skillet that chefs swear by!

UNRIVALED HEAT MASTERY - Cast iron construction locks in heat for perfect sears and even cooking every time.
DURABLE NATURALLY NON STICK - Develops a superior seasoning layer that improves with every use—ditch chemical coatings forever.
VERSATILE CULINARY POWERHOUSE - Compatible with all heat sources—stovetop, oven, grill, and even campfires.
READY TO USE GOURMET ESSENTIAL - Pre-seasoned finish means no break-in time—just cook and impress from day one.
TIMELESS AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP - Proudly made in the USA with over a century of Lodge expertise behind every skillet.

The Lodge 10" Skillet LCS3 is a pre-seasoned cast iron pan designed for professional-quality cooking at home. Featuring superior heat retention and even heat distribution, it works seamlessly on all cooking surfaces including induction, gas, electric, ovens, grills, and campfires. Made in the USA with durable cast iron, it offers a naturally non-stick surface that improves with use, making it a versatile and long-lasting essential for sautéing, searing, roasting, and slow simmering.

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ASIN	B00008GKDJ
Additional Features	Electric Stovetop Compatible, Gas Stovetop Compatible, Induction Stovetop Compatible
Brand Name	Lodge
Capacity	1 Pounds
Coating Description	Non-stick seasoning
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Gas
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,771)
Global Trade Identification Number	00075536330006
Handle Material	Cast Iron
Has Nonstick Coating	Yes
Included Components	skillet
Is Oven Safe	Yes
Is the item dishwasher safe?	No
Item Type Name	Cast Iron Chef's Skillet, Pre-Seasoned, 10-inch
Item Weight	2.02 kg
Manufacturer	LODGE
Manufacturer Part Number	LCS3
Material Type	Cast Iron
Metal Type	Cast Iron
Model Name	Lodge LCS3
Model Number	LCS3
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash Only
Recommended Uses For Product	Sautéing, stir-frying, searing, pan-frying, roasting, slow simmering
Shape	flattened cylinder or frustum of a cone
Specific Uses For Product	home cooking, dinner for two, sautéing, stir-frying, searing, pan-frying, roasting, and slow simmering
UPC	075536353135 077344759819 778295136079 013389094669 787461520406 885486351668 029441070953 801873439412 697046419769 722208798267 075536330006 075536260006 712069230860 712069230884
Unit Count	1 Count

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