I have had mine for over 55 years. I have three. A square, a chicken fryer and a smaller round. Do follow all directions in seasoning. That is the key to loving it. Do not ever, never ever, wash with dish soap. Easy clean up is maybe a soak for a while, maybe some hot water. Use salt to scour. Dry well. Maybe put back in a warm oven for a while after coating again with fat. Leaving it wet is a no no. Wipe with paper towel, not a white dish towel. Buy as good as you can afford. It can last forever.