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SweetAlyssumm t1_j0m6ec0 wrote

Reply to comment by IdidntchooseR in LE CREUSET stockpot - not really BIFL by crysardo

I don't see why people don't buy Lodge unless they really need the LeCreuset aesthetic. Lodge lasts forever and is very affordable.

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limee89 t1_j0mds2m wrote

I have a lodge enamel Dutch oven and while I do love it, it’s not the best. I got it as a wedding present 5 years ago and the coloured enamel on the outside has cracked and chipped in many spots. And the inside enamel has tons of hairline cracks which are really noticeable. Nothing has flaked on the inside so I keep using it but it’s not a BIFL in my eyes.

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joumidovich t1_j0nxsr3 wrote

I've had my Lodge enameled dutch oven for nearly 20 years and it has one small chip on the outside. I love it and use it often. Got it for $10 on clearance at Walmart, and it's been the only pot/pan type item that I've had for so long

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limee89 t1_j0rn4m8 wrote

Maybe 20 years ago they had better practises of Quality? I mean I feel like that’s always the case when people talk about brands from the 70’s or 80’s. My mom is still on her original dish ware from her wedding that is like 32 years old.

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SweetAlyssumm t1_j0mryyv wrote

I have the cast iron. I don't have the enamel. That is disappointing that it's chipped.

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limee89 t1_j0rneh1 wrote

I don’t want to harp on all Lodge, I have a cast iron pan and love it. I actually just inherited my grandmas lodge pan from the 60’s and it’s awesome. Just not overly willing to get the enamel pot again. But I also am thankful I didn’t spend $500+ like some of the le creuset stuff goes for. I do believe the lodge pots are ~$120-$150 (Canadian dollars) so not too bad.

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scogin t1_j0odd85 wrote

Their enamel is Chinese made and pretty hit and miss. Until they start making it state side I won't buy it.

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