I seasoned the pan as recommended and have used it several times, and it has retained the seasoning. It is a great pan, and all that you would expect with this fabrication. The only negative is the size of the cooking area itself is a bit small - be sure to check the flat bottom dimension before you buy, I think it is only about 7.5" on the 10" pan. I would have returned for the 12", but do not want the added weight. Still, a good pan I am sure I will use for years.

I bought this wok as a Christmas gift for my husband- he loves to make stir fry for our family and we recently switched to an induction range. If you can care for cast iron you can care for these pans. Easy to season, nothing sticks, and it heats quickly and evenly. He loves it so much he told me we should buy another carbon steel pan to replace one of our too heavy cast iron skillets.

I am the proud processor of 3 Beautiful cast iron
Skill it’s. Have used them for years. I now own a beautiful new blue carbon steel skillet. I have used it several times now and must admit I love it. I love the shape, the feel, and the lighter weight. Most of all I love the way it cooks, maintains even temp and the design of the handle. No more little stub handles. I am very satisfied with my purchase.