The Handle Just Broke Off My Brand New Cast Iron Skillet – What Now?

Why Did the Handle Break?
A properly made cast iron skillet should be nearly indestructible, so a handle breaking off a brand-new one is a red flag. Here are the most common causes:

Manufacturing Defect: Poor-quality casting can create weak points in the iron.

Brittle Iron: If the skillet wasn’t seasoned or cooled correctly, it might be more fragile.

Shipping Damage: A drop or impact during delivery could create micro-cracks that lead to failure later.

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