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Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet vs Old Mountain Grill Pan 10.5inch

Updated January 2026 • Cast Iron Comparison

Quick Verdict

Our pick: Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet wins for higher user ratings. Both are excellent choices, but the Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet edges out in overall value.

Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet

Smithey

$140-$155

4.9/5 (800 reviews)

Pros

  • Lighter weight
  • Elegant design

Cons

  • Smaller cooking surface
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Old Mountain Grill Pan 10.5inch

Old Mountain

$32-$37

4.3/5 (27,774 reviews)

Pros

  • Versatile cooking
  • Oven safe
  • Improves with use
  • Great value

Cons

  • Not dishwasher safe
  • Can rust if not dried
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Feature Comparison

Feature Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet Old Mountain Grill Pan 10.5inch
Price Range $140-$155 $32-$37
Brand Smithey Old Mountain
User Rating 4.9/5 4.3/5
Review Count 800 27,774

Who Should Buy Each?

Choose Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet if:

You're looking for couples, small kitchens.

Choose Old Mountain Grill Pan 10.5inch if:

You're looking for baking cornbread, soups and stews.