DeLaneJenkins
New member
Hey guys, it's great running across this forum. I'm new to cast iron and trying to gain as much knowledge as possible to educate myself. I've read through the forums and know it has somewhat been addressed, but is there a way to determine the severity of "wobble". I know you can listen for the "click" by tapping the rim or attempting to spin the skillet. Both of those seem fairly subjective though. Should the skillet not spin at all unless you forcefully attempt to spin it? Is there a way to determine what is acceptable by doing something like seeing how far a credit card will slide under the edges all the way around? I ask because I just bought my first #8 Griswold, which the seller adamantly says is flat, but when tested on several surfaces after receiving it, has a slight wobble and will spin when I push the handle. I'm wondering if I'm being too critical and should not expect a perfectly flat piece or if my thinking is correct this is not acceptable. Thanks in advance for the help!