what does the number on the bottom of a cast iron pot mean?

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what does the number on the bottom of a cast iron pot mean?

2006-09-16 01:28:56 · 3 answers · asked by janet h 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden

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The size

2006-09-16 01:31:23 · answer #1 · answered by fun_guy_otown 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The number refers to the size of the item. It usually refers to the diameter. Cast iron skillets may be 6 (6"), 8 (8"), etc.. The same applies to dutch ovens and chicken fryers.

Good luck with your cast iron.

2006-09-20 06:56:52 · answer #2 · answered by exbuilder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It's the number of hours used during the curing process.

2006-09-16 08:35:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋