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curtludwig t1_iz0o4yi wrote

The best cast iron is not thick ass. When you check out really old cast iron you'll be surprised how thin it is. When you tap it it rings like a bell. Modern stuff makes a terrible "thunk" noise.

That said my favorite 2 dutch ovens are really cheap ones. One came from a tool show, the other was a gift. The tool show one was total luck, it rings nice and clear.

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xach t1_iz26itj wrote

Are you going to play it or cook with it?

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iglidante t1_iz6gt8b wrote

They're describing the physical properties of the material, not playing.

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xach t1_iz6hfzp wrote

Do ringing pans cook better? If so, why?

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iglidante t1_iz6ndsx wrote

Higher quality steel or iron does make a different sound when struck. Also, those older pans were shaped and cleaned up way more than today's sand-textured beasts.

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