Born from the needs of River and Pack guides looking to shed the weight of conventional cast iron... the GUIDECAST Frying Pan delivers the best lightweight cast iron cookware on the market. It's 20-40% lighter than traditional cast ironware without sacrificing performance, built with the kind of craftsmanship that lasts for years, if not generations. 20-40% lighter than traditional cast ironware without sacrificing cooking performance Nitrided surface treatment helps prevent corrosion Polished interior and exterior bottom performs on stove, induction stove, oven, broiler, or campfire grill Superior craftsmanship built to last for years, or generations, of use Lightweight construction results in a smaller carbon footprint compared to conventional cast iron