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Sep 22, 2026 2:18 AM

10" Merten & Storck Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan Skillet

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Amazon has Merten & Storck 10" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan Skillet for $34.99. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

The Cookware Company via Walmart has Merten & Storck 10" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan Skillet for $34.99. Shipping is free.

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Features:
  • Lightweight, pre-seasoned carbon steel pan with excellent heat control, natural nonstick performance, oven- and induction-safe, and ready to cook right out of the box.
  • Arrives pre-seasoned with natural oils for immediate nonstick performance
  • Works seamlessly with induction, gas, electric, ceramic stovetopsβ€”and also performs great in ovens, grills, and campfires.
  • Sturdy steel handle is riveted for maximum strength, giving you a secure, comfortable gripβ€”even when cooking over open flame or lifting heavy meals.
  • Tough surface resists scratches from spatulas, tongs, and other cooking tools.

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  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $14.96 lower than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $49.95
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Amazon has Merten & Storck 10" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan Skillet for $34.99. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

The Cookware Company via Walmart has Merten & Storck 10" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan Skillet for $34.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Lightweight, pre-seasoned carbon steel pan with excellent heat control, natural nonstick performance, oven- and induction-safe, and ready to cook right out of the box.
  • Arrives pre-seasoned with natural oils for immediate nonstick performance
  • Works seamlessly with induction, gas, electric, ceramic stovetopsβ€”and also performs great in ovens, grills, and campfires.
  • Sturdy steel handle is riveted for maximum strength, giving you a secure, comfortable gripβ€”even when cooking over open flame or lifting heavy meals.
  • Tough surface resists scratches from spatulas, tongs, and other cooking tools.

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $14.96 lower than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $49.95
  • About this store:

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Written by phoinix | Staff

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This pre-seasoned carbon steel skillet is valued for fast heating, light weight, and strong everyday performance once the seasoning is built up. It can handle eggs, burgers, and quick searing well, and the smoother surface is described as easier to clean than cast iron. The main cautions are that it needs proper preheating and seasoning, can stick or rust if neglected, and the thin steel may warp or bulge on some stoves, especially with too much heat too fast. A practical carbon steel pan if you are willing to learn its care.

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  • Thin carbon steel can warp if heated too fast, especially on induction or electric. Slow preheating on the lowest setting helps, and gas users report no warping; the 8-inch size is also reported as more stable than the 10-inch.

  • Use several thin coats of seasoning oil, then preheat the pan before adding oil or butter for cooking. Grapeseed or avocado oil are commonly used, and the pan tends to get more non-stick with repeated use, especially if you avoid too much heat too quickly.

  • Yes, but many users prefer hot water, scraping, and a chainmail scrubber to preserve seasoning. Soap is usually reserved for heavier cleanup or after acidic foods, followed by drying and a light re-oil.

  • The 10-inch size is reported as too large for eggs, while the 8-inch fits 2 large or 3 eggs better. For eggs, preheat first, use enough butter or oil to coat the cooking surface, and wait until the eggs release before moving them.

  • The handle can get hot, so a silicone sleeve or towel is useful. Some gas-stove users report the handle staying cool, but heat transfer depends on the stove and how hard the pan is heated.

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Sep 22, 2026 8:26 PM
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ExtremelyLegitimateSep 22, 2026 8:26 PM
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I bought this one years ago and it's fine but if it gets too hot the bottom will bulge unfortunately.
Sep 22, 2026 9:28 PM
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Luigis3rdcousinSep 22, 2026 9:28 PM
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Quote from ExtremelyLegitimate View quoted comment :
I bought this one years ago and it's fine but if it gets too hot the bottom will bulge unfortunately.
I have this exact one and I've never once had that issue ever. Hmm. It's a great pan. Wish this was the price for the 12"
Sep 22, 2026 9:29 PM
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Luigis3rdcousinSep 22, 2026 9:29 PM
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Quote from stretch.dollar99 View quoted comment :
Is warping a common issue with these pans ?
I have this exact pan and it's perfectly flat. So much better than the cast iron pans we have and much lighter. It's only slightly heavier than a higher quality ceramic coated pan and it's just a win win IMO.
Sep 23, 2026 1:44 AM
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geoLSep 23, 2026 1:44 AM
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Quote from Luigis3rdcousin View quoted comment :
I have this exact one and I've never once had that issue ever. Hmm. It's a great pan. Wish this was the price for the 12"
I have both 8" and 10" pans from this manufacturer. Both warp even above medium heat on electric stove. Might be the stove's problem...

But I have hard time maintaining and using these pans. First, they rust easily. I tried seasoning with avocado oil and olive oil, and got these pretty well covered, but eventually the food gets stuck requiring washing, and it's not easy with these pans. Second, the pan heats up very quickly, and cools down quickly as well, so it's hard to maintain temperature consistently. I'm probably not doing something right... But never had these issues with cast iron (also did seasoning) or steel pans
Sep 23, 2026 2:18 AM
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Forerunner343Sep 23, 2026 2:18 AM
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Quote from pandanub View quoted comment :
Got this for $14 2 years ago great pan, the Ikea carbon steels are great for the price too. Make sure you read up on how to care for these or you will have a bad time like half of the reviews on carbon steel pans lol
This is exactly my problem with this stuff. I tried cooking on stainless for YEARS and eventually gave up. You need a chemistry degree and 5 years experience to figure out how to make these things work. No thanks. I will continue to use ceramic pans from Costco and return them for a refund when they start chipping after 1 year.
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Sep 23, 2026 12:44 PM
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viperfourSep 23, 2026 12:44 PM
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Quote from ImYoungxD View quoted comment :
These pans are thin for carbon steel. It will warp if you use for induction. If you want a low priced carbon steel pan, I recommend Ikea VARDAGEN 9 or 11 inch pans. they are thick, retain heat.
Always preheat your pan for the leidenfrost effect then cook to make it less stick.
I use this pan Merten & Storck in the 8 inch version with induction and never had a problem with it. Use the lowest heat setting and slowly preheat up to the temp I need by increasing the heat setting. Just don't add too much heat too quick is the trick. It's just like the people that have problems with these pans not being non-stick, there's a technique for it. Mine is non-stick like it should be.
Sep 23, 2026 12:49 PM
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viperfourSep 23, 2026 12:49 PM
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Quote from gclc1216 View quoted comment :
Does the handle get hot during regular cooking on a stove?
Yes, it does. I use this:

Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder for Carbon Steel
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C61O502
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Sep 23, 2026 12:53 PM
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gclc1216Sep 23, 2026 12:53 PM
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Quote from viperfour View quoted comment :
Yes, it does. I use this: Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder for Carbon Steelhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C61O502
Thank you!!
Sep 23, 2026 12:58 PM
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viperfourSep 23, 2026 12:58 PM
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Quote from NervousTexture7609 View quoted comment :
I have this one and it never leaves my stove top.

Make sure to not be afraid to remove anything stuck during cleaning, meaning get a metal spatula and scrape the s*** out of it if needed. It's a workhorse, dont br afraid. Coat with oil and warm it up afterwards.

Non-stick eggs every morning. Not an omurice style, but non stick enough for regular fry and scrambled.
Chain Mail scrubber, works better and saves the season coating. πŸ™‚

This is one like I use:
https://www.amazon.com/HAUSHOF-Sc...0FDJN67QW/
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Sep 23, 2026 1:04 PM
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viperfourSep 23, 2026 1:04 PM
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Quote from stretch.dollar99 View quoted comment :
Is warping a common issue with these pans ?
Don't use too much heat too quick. I own this pan in the 8 inch version, never had a problem with warping.
Sep 23, 2026 1:13 PM
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viperfourSep 23, 2026 1:13 PM
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Quote from geoL View quoted comment :
I have both 8" and 10" pans from this manufacturer. Both warp even above medium heat on electric stove. Might be the stove's problem...

But I have hard time maintaining and using these pans. First, they rust easily. I tried seasoning with avocado oil and olive oil, and got these pretty well covered, but eventually the food gets stuck requiring washing, and it's not easy with these pans. Second, the pan heats up very quickly, and cools down quickly as well, so it's hard to maintain temperature consistently. I'm probably not doing something right... But never had these issues with cast iron (also did seasoning) or steel pans
Grapeseed oil is the best to use just for seasoning the pan. Don't use too much heat too fast. I own this pan and never had it warp and I used Grapeseed oil to season it with and it is non-stick. My eggs slide around when I cook with it like they're supposed too. I love using this pan, but it does take time to care for them.
Sep 23, 2026 2:37 PM
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NervousTexture7609Sep 23, 2026 2:37 PM
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Quote from viperfour View quoted comment :
Chain Mail scrubber, works better and saves the season coating. πŸ™‚This is one like I use:https://www.amazon.com/HAUSHOF-Sc...0FDJN67QW/
Agreed and I have the same. But for really stuck stuff sometimes, once every two months, I would do a spatula scrape if there is carbon build up.
Sep 23, 2026 4:47 PM
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alphawaveSep 23, 2026 4:47 PM
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I think 10 inch is too large for eggs, 8 inch is perfect for 2 XL or 3 large. 8 inch is also warp proof at medium heat, where 10 inch begins to warp. I use 10-12 inch for everything other than eggs, and leverage any warpage during the cook ( ie move pot stickers around to even out doneness, etc.) Trick with eggs is to warm them up in a glass or cup of hot water so they don't hit the pan cold. Use enough butter to coat everywhere the egg can touch the pan, coat the rivets. Once edges of egg are drying, jiggle pan to release, and again every so often until done.
Sep 23, 2026 5:25 PM
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SpinControlSep 23, 2026 5:25 PM
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Quote from MrShruggles View quoted comment :
Pans that need seasoning need to be used with ALOT of oil/fats early on to get the seasoning going. (with will prevent sticking)

Irregardless of what people like to say, they also need to be cleaned with soap ALOT in the beginning if you want an actual coat of seasoning and not just carbon build up.
Cleaning with soap should actually not be done often. Think Chinese restaurants and their woks. They heat the wok and brush the grime out that has burned or steamed off. I use chainmail, but bamboo probably would work better as a finer abrasive.
If I must use soap, I use Dr. Bonner's Castile Soap (which is made of fats and oils and no perfume).

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SpinControlSep 23, 2026 5:28 PM
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Quote from Zorn View quoted comment :
I'm not a talented cooking person, but I actually bought this pan last year and absolutely could not get the 'non-stick' abilities to work. I think the very first time I tried something it was okay, but the pan very quickly picks up grime and stuff that gets baked onto it and never comes off. I had it for like 18-20 days before I sent it back, it just looked so filthy in that amount of time I shuddered to think what condition it would be in after a year. Maybe I don't know the right tricks but everything stuck like glue to that pan after first use.
There are instructions to clear off the pan and start over. Think Blackstone griddle and re-seasoning.
As for non-stick, season and then heat the pan up hot before using oil. I saw a YT video that explained that the pores need to be open before the oil can seal them for the nonstick property. You can use better high smoke oils and very little to do this before cooking.

When I clean, I just heat and using water/steam to clean off with a chainmail scrubber. I don't cook acidic sauces in it. Sauces and soups for the most part are reserved for stainless steel sauce pans and pots.
Last edited by SpinControl September 23, 2026 at 10:30 AM.

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