American-made Cast Iron Skillet Honors Tradition, Craftsmanship, and Gathering Around the Table

As America approaches its 250th birthday, Smithey Ironware introduces the limited-edition No. 11 American Anniversary Skillet — a custom-cast piece designed to celebrate the traditions, meals, and memories shaped around cast iron cookware for generations.

Made in N. Charleston, South Carolina, the heirloom-quality skillet honors the enduring role cast iron has played throughout American history — from open-fire cooking and wagon trails to family kitchens and summer gatherings shared around the table.

Featuring a custom casting of an in-flight American Bald Eagle at its center, the skillet was created to commemorate this milestone year while reflecting Smithey’s ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, durability, and American manufacturing.

“Nothing says American tradition quite like a meal made in cast iron,” said Issac Morton, founder of Smithey Ironware. “As summer approaches and America’s 250th birthday nears, we’re humbled to play a role in the gatherings and traditions that bring people together — whether around a kitchen table or a campfire.”

The No. 11 American Anniversary Skillet includes all the signature details Smithey customers know and love, including a polished interior surface, pour spouts, heat ring, and the brand’s signature three-hole helper handle. Free of any chemical coatings, the skillet is designed to be cooked in, shared, and passed down for generations to come.

Designed by artisans and produced in limited quantities, the commemorative skillet will only be available through the end of 2026 or while supplies last.

Product Features:

• Custom-cast American Bald Eagle design
• Made in N. Charleston, South Carolina
• Smooth polished interior surface
• Free of all chemical coatings
• Signature pour spouts and three-hole helper handle

Dimensions:

• Length: 17”
• Width: 11”
• Depth: 2.25”
• Cook Surface: 9.25”
• Weight: 7.7 lbs.

The No. 11 American Anniversary Skillet launched on May 21, 2026 at www.Smithey.com.  Retail Price: $210

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About Smithey Ironware:

Smithey Ironware is a N. Charleston, South Carolina–based manufacturer of premium cast iron and carbon steel cookware designed to last a lifetime. Known for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern performance, Smithey creates heirloom-quality cookware intended to be used, shared, and passed down for generations.