Wagner #8 Chicken Fryer

JBPoole

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Bought my first marked Wagner (also my first chicken fryer) today. It's a 1088 L(?). I read that it was made around 1935-1959. Any way to narrow that date range.

I splurged and paid $15 for it. How much is it worth?

Thanks!
 
Ones with bolder, deeper markings are in the older part of that range; ones with shallower, thinner markings and a c/n that looks more stamped than engraved into the pattern are later.
 
OK, if not warped/cracked/pitted. Flea market near me has one marked for $50+, said she'd take $25.
 
2005 (and probably not updated since 2001), $25-30. eBay completed sold listings, however, are your best gauge of value these days.
 
Did it come with the lid ? I just found one but now on the search for a lid for it.. That's the serious hunt! Can't believe prices online for them.
 
Have not found any lids to compliment my small collection. Never dreamed I would be interested in cast iron...
 
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