Viking 12" Blue Carbon Steel Fry Pan

I’ve wanted one of these pans for a long time. The best of cast iron without the weight. I absolutely love mine.

I have a flattop (glass) cook top. I would not recomend this pan if you have this type of stove. During the seasoning process I slowly heated the pan to 400 ish degrees. As it heats up it warps and will not sit flat on the cooking surface. When it cools off it straightens out and sits flat again. Not sure if this is a defect or just a charactaristic of carbon steel pan. I really wish I had gas.... Other than that th fit and finish is great. Solid but not to heavy.

Professional cookware for a home cook.

Well made

I love this pan. It responds to heat much better than any of my high-end stainless steel fry pans. I can bring it to the proper temperature much faster than any stainless steel pan which means I get dinner on the table faster. I can put a sear on a steak any chef would be proud to claim without resorting to the oven. This pan will develop a darker patina with use over time. A pan I purchased a couple of years ago is now a beautiful shade of black that contrasts nicely with the silver handle. This pan probably has the most comfortable handle of any carbon steel pan on the market. Be sure to read and follow the care and maintenance instructions and you will be fine.

Love this pan - the size is measured at the top of the sides. Bottom is smaller than I expected, but it is lightweight and functions perfectly.

I cann Always count on Viking for quality products.

I received this pan in the beginning of December, and by the end of it, I could no longer use it. I would use it on medium, or just above medium heat, to sauté food, or toast bread. The last time I used it to cook French toast, it burned the egg mix on the bread, and it wasn't hotter than usual. Very disappointed. I'd recommend GreenPans instead, or Country Kitchen.