Copper State Forge
10.5" Country Fry Skillet- Deep
10.5" Country Fry Skillet- Deep
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Our 10.5" hand-forged country fry skillet is 1/2" deeper and wider than our standard 10" skillet, making it ideal for deep frying, stir frying, and one-skillet meals. Whether you're searing proteins, sautéing vegetables, or frying up a family dinner, it will quickly become your favorite deep skillet.
Details
- Hand forged from carbon steel
- Classic round shape, 1/2" deeper and wider than our 10" skillet
- Available with a skillet handle or two helper handles
- Pre-seasoned and ready to use
- Works on induction, glass and coil electric, gas, open fire, oven, grill, smoker, and wood-fired oven
Our Skillet Finish
We've developed a fine texture that's noticeably smoother and less "pebbly" than traditional shot-blasted surfaces. Combined with our careful pre-seasoning process, it gives an even, frosted look. The pan is more non-stick from the start, holds its seasoning better, and is easier to maintain for a lifetime of cooking.
Add a Matching Lid
Our flat French-style carbon steel lids are cut to match your skillet's shape, with a small overhang to allow for hand-forged variation. Each one has a smaller version of our skillet handle attached with two steel rivets, which helps create convection inside the pan.
Forged to Last. Engraved to Remember.
Turn your cookware into a family heirloom with custom laser engraving, such as a family name, a special date, or a few words that matter. Up to two lines of 25 characters each: $40 for the first line, $15 for the second.
Engraved items are custom made and final sale. Please double-check your spelling before adding to cart.
Materials
Materials
Dimensions
Dimensions
Care Information
Care Information
Shipping
Shipping
Lifetime Guarantee
Lifetime Guarantee
Your investment is guaranteed for life!
All Copper State Forge cookware is guaranteed for life. If you need a repair or guidance on any issue regarding your skillet or cookware please email us directly to discuss. This guarantee does not cover abuse, rust as a result of neglect, improper maintenance, or warping from use on incorrectly sized burners.
Returns
Returns
Returns
We have a 15-day return policy, which means you have 15 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, and in its original packaging.
To start a return, please email us at CopperStateForge@gmail.com with "Return" as the subject of the email.
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at CopperStateForge@gmail.com.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at CopperStateForge@gmail.com.
The unique shape of this pan makes it very useful for everything from sauces to omelettes. It is lighter than our cast iron and naturally non-stick (as long as you take of it). This my favorite go-to pan now! Highly recommended.
I wanted to replace my well used ButterPat Cast Iron Skillet. But I was mystified to have my second bad experience with replacement. I bought a bright Shiny new GHeritageb5 -lybStainless skillet and was shocked to find out that neither of my two diffrrent Red-Dot Laser thermometers could accurately measure the shiny surface's temperature...stallin out at around 240 F as I struggled to get the Skillet temp up to the target 420 F I needed for steak. I went back to butterpat and it easily reached and held 420 on the "temp guns". I couldn't imagine any problem with your skillet, it came as Black as any cast Iron.....but it was SHINY black. I stalled out at around 350 F, gave up, put in the high temp non-smoking oil which instantly smoked and burned...I measured the now "dulled" pan at 725 F! A Total disaster. Broke out the Butter Pat it measured fine. Definitely not the company's fault....but it might be worth mentioning as a fun fact for buyers. Well I've got about a two hour cleanup to do, scouring my error off. WH
I came across Copper State Forge while doing research to buy my first carbon steel pan. I saw a Meet the Makers version of Cook Cultures YouTube channel featuring Tristan. I found out they set up a booth at the Gilbert Farmer's market so I met up with them there. I really liked the feel and definitely liked to look of their pans; enough to buy the 10.5' deep skillet. I have several DeBuyer pans but this skillet has taken the seasoning the best, by far. It is my favorite pan to use to make banana pancakes. NOTHING sticks to this thing! Thoroughly impressed. SO impressed I went to buy their comal last week. I found out the seasoning on the skillet wasn't a fluke! The comal has taken the seasoning even better, tortillas and pancakes just glide on this comal! Great work Tristan! I'll definately be buying more items from you guys... I just don't know which one is my next purchase.
Absolutely love it! It's beautiful, works incredibly well, and it's indestructible. Hard to gone wrong with that trifecta. You can 100% feel the love these folks put into making their products. Cool heirloom for sure. My oldest son has already tried to lay claim. I had to remind him I'm still alive!
The 10" hybrid pan has replaced my iron skillet in everyday use. I've had it 1 ½ years. Love the look and feel of this pan. At first I kept scrubbing off the seasoning. Eventually got lazy. Scrubbed much less and now the pan works great. I got the matching lid and can now make frittatas on top of the stove! They slide right out. Its amazing. And I can still flip eggs because the front of the pan is curved. Got rid of all my teflon pans. Beautiful pan!
I ordered the ‘wrong’ pan. I did not really want the hybrid, but did not want to deal with returns. This is my first carbon steel pan, I do have 2 cast iron, so famiiar with the concept. The pan handle is a little higher than other pans and it takes a minute to get used to, but not a bad thing. I LOVE that the pan came preseasoned. The eggs, primary usage, cook up beautifully and slip right out of the pan. I love knowing I’ll never need to get another egg pan and my cooking is healthier for my family. I look forward to adding to my collection!
I will admit this is a pricy pan, but to me knowing that it is hand crafted by hand makes it worth the money! Today I was able to break it in with roasting a whole chicken. It performed perfectly with no issues or sticking. I’m already trying to decide what to make next! Thank you Tristan and Bill for a great pan!
These have proven to be the smartest purchase I’ve made in a long time. Highly recommend this set!
The single finest sets of pans I have ever owned and some of the coolest things I've ever purchased for myself. Just disclose clearly and obviously that the pans dont come with lids. Other than that, ya'll are some Rockstars.
Beautifully made and easy to maintain…more so than my other pans. Enjoy cooking with this product.
Easy to use and clean
I love this pan. Very easy to clean, great even heat distribution, perfect size. The handle stays at a manageable temp while cooking
I’ve bought everything from ceramic to Hexclad and they’re all BS. I follow Bob Morano on facebook and I’m glad he recommended this pan. Has nonstick qualities with the durability of cast iron. I’m sure this pan will last decades if not generations. Happy with my purchase.
12" Round Carbon Steel Skillet - Hand Forged
The 12" Hybrid Skillet is a beautiful piece of equipment. Looking forward to passing it down as an heirloom quality piece.
Beyond the product itself, Copper State Forge has proven to be a company I will certainly purchase from again.
The shipping company destroyed the packaging of my original order while in transit and my pan arrived, in a different box, covered in corrosion as if it had gotten wet.
Tristan at Copper State Forge was super responsive and within just a couple days, had forged, seasoned and shipped a brand new replacement pan.
Amazing customer service, amazing products.
Beautifully crafted
Wanting to know if you will be able to do this in 14inch
Wonder how I ever got along without a carbon steel skillet. These Copper State Forge carbon steel skillets are hands down the best cookware skillets I have ever used and owned. So easy to use cooking and clean up is so easy.
I was looking for a carbon steel pan and was pretty disappointed on the actual cooking area most skillets provided. I follow Bob Morano and kept seeing his. I loved the specs online so I committed to the 12" with the mto lid. Besides this thing being an absolute beast, it's also crazy artistic. Rustic but modern. Gorgeous. I have a new favorite. Literally hung it on the wall so it wouldn't have to co- mingle with the lesser pans. Also because it's beautiful. Seriously, this is as good as I've found. And I've been looking for quite a while. This is exactly the kind of family forge that you should support. Balancing precision with old world style at an artisan level. And the chain mail scrubber is as much fun as you can have doing dishes.
I love everything about this skillet and am wondering if I should’ve gotten a bigger one!
I was introduced to CopperState by Bob Murano and decided to try one. I loved my first piece so much that I now have a bunch of them and use them for everything. My latest piece is the 10" and I use it daily. The best size for smaller cooks and absolutely love the finish. Highly Recommend!
Have purchased from Copper State Forge before. Top shelf craftsmanship, quality materials, functionality. Expensive and worth it.
These carbon steel pans made by Copper State Forge Company are absolutely fantastic. Very easy to cook with and clean up.
The quality is amazing! My husband wanted this pan months ago so I bought it for him for Father’s Day. He was very happy and couldn’t believe the quality and craftsmanship was better than he thought.
My husband was very excited to get this has his fathers day gift.
Thanks again, Semper-Fi👊👊
Love anything and everything from Copper State Forge!!!
It’s very beautiful, a piece of art and very high quality cookware. Will collect more pieces from this brand.
Common Questions
FAQ
How do I start using my Copper State Forge skillet?
Your Copper State Forge skillet comes preseason and ready for cooking. Start with a simple hand-washing with hot water and a non-metallic scrubber. Use oil or fat when cooking in your new skillet to prevent sticking and continue the seasoning process.
How often do I have to re-season my skillet?
Re Seasoning is not something you have to do on any sort of regular basis. By simply cooking in the skillet and following the simple cleaning and maintenance steps, you are keeping the skillet seasoned and building up additional seasoning.
The color of my skillet has developed light and dark spots, does that mean it isn't non-stick?
Don't worry, your skillet is still non-stick, even as it goes through it's slow metamorphosis to that slick jet-black pinnacle of pandom that we are all striving for.
What if something sticks to my skillet? What is the best way to clean it off?
Even though carbon steel is the best all-natural non-stick alternative, we will be the first to acknowledge that occasionally stick happens. The main thing is to start light and only get as aggressive as necessary to get the sticky part off. A great place to start is by putting water in the bottom of your skillet, heat it up and gently scrape the stick with a wood or plastic spatula. We also find that the ScrubDaddy type scrubber sponges work well. If that doesn't get the job done you can try putting a little oil and kosher salt in the skillet to scrub the offending spot smooth. When you are finished removing the stuck-on food, don't forget to rinse out the skillet, warm it up to dry it and re-oil it.
How long will my skillet last?
Your skillet was designed and hand crafted to last more than a lifetime. Just follow our simple care instructions to enjoy decades of daily use.
What is the “seasoning” made of?
We use 100% grape seed oil to season our skillets and cookware. When heated above it’s smoking point, the grape seed oil polymerizes into your skillet, making a non-toxic and natural cooking surface with non-stick capabilities.
Can I use my skillet for outdoor cooking?
Yes. Your skillet is designed to take the heat! Feel free to use your skillet on the grill, in the smoker, over open flame, or in the pizza oven.
Can I use my skillet on an electric glass stove top and/or induction?
Yes! You can use your skillet on electric, induction, or gas stove tops. When utilizing an electric or induction cook surface, we suggest you use a skillet that is sized appropriately to your burner to prevent warping.
Can my skillet go into the oven?
Yes. Your carbon steel skillet is designed to be used for baking, roasting, and taking the high heat of your kitchen oven or pizza oven.
What kind of oil should I use to season my skillet?
We use 100% grape seed oil to pre-season our skillets. Any vegetable oil with a high smoking point will work just fine (i.e., grape seed, avocado oil, flaxseed oil). While cooking you can use any type of oil, butter, or fat you desire.
Someone put my skillet in the dishwasher/ was left with water in it. Is it ruined?
No, it is not ruined. Your seasoning may be gone or damaged, but your skillet will recover. Wash it thoroughly with hot soapy water and follow our seasoning instructions to make your skillet non-stick again.
It looks like my new skillet arrived scratched or has small imperfections in it. What do I do?
Due to the nature of hand forging, your skillet may have scratches, small dimples and dents on the cooking surface and sides; we refer to these as birthmarks, and they are what makes your skillet one-of-a-kind. We perform a thorough quality inspection during the seasoning process and prior to shipping to make sure that your skillet does not have any blemishes that would affect the cooking performance of your skillet.
Can carbon steel warp?
Yes, it is possible. If you use an electric ceramic or electric induction stove top it is important to match the size of your skillet to your burner. If you superheat only a small portion of your skillet by using an undersized burner, it can warp. There are remedies if this happens to you.
Can I cook tomato sauce in my carbon steel skillet?
We advise against cooking tomato sauces and other acidic foods in your carbon steel skillet for prolonged periods. Although not harmful to you or your food, the acidity may remove the seasoning from your skillet, and it will need to be reasoned.
My skillet rocks a little, and when I add oil it goes to the edges, is this normal?
Yes. As your skillet heats the metal expands the most directly at the heat source. We anticipate this expansion by adding a slight convex to our skillets (slightly higher in the center). When cooking on low heat, this will cause oil to run to the edges, but when cooking on high heat the skillet will mostly flatten out and stay firmly in place. If there is no convex, your skillet will begin to form a bowl shape on bottom when heated, which can cause the skillet to easily spin on flat cooking surfaces. Some skillets have a more concentric convex (only in the center) and others, especially larger skillets, will sometimes also have a longitudinal convex (through the middle from one side to the other). In either case, some wobble may be present when used on a completely flat cooking surface, but will reduce as heat is added.
Beautifully hand built in Arizona to last a lifetime
All Copper State Forge skillets are handmade in our small workshop in Goodyear, Arizona.
We combine the forging techniques of 17th and 18th-century blacksmiths with the precision of CNC plasma cutting technology. Each part is cut out and hand-forged individually. Our use of premium cold-rolled 1018 carbon steel guarantees optimum performance.
These bumps and bruises add to the individual beauty of the cookware and do not affect use. All Copper State Forge products are natural, safe for your family, and a true joy to use daily in your kitchen.
Check out our YouTube for an in-depth look into our forging process.