Granite Ware 15 Inch Covered Oval Roasterbestus

This is nowhere near as sturdy as the old one I use every year for my turkey, but it will do for a small chicken. I don't think it will last for years, like the ones my mother and grandmother used. I wouldn't mind paying several dollars more if I thought it would be a "forever" purchase.

This roaster is smaller than I envisioned. The "13 inches" refers to the outside dimensions: from the outside edge of one handle to the outside edge of the other. Its inside length is 11 inches. WARNING: the "Frequently bought with" Harold Import 12-by-8 and 1/4-inch Oval Roasting Rack does not fit this roaster! They should not be advertised together.

You'll see "Granite Ware" or "Graniteware" on lots of pans with this look, but they are not all the real thing. Amazon carries some of these fakes, so be aware, because the fakes are junky by comparison - they are thinner, the edges are sharp (not rolled,) the handles are also sharp and flimsy, etc. - I researched it, and ALL the quality complaints for Granite Ware on Amazon are for imitations made OFFSHORE (Mexico, China, et al.) Thats also the reason for the lower prices sometimes found in stores - the pans are knockoffs.
If the label on your pan does NOT say "Made in the USA" you did NOT get real Graniteware! (Also, REAL Granite Ware covered roasters have "USA" EMBOSSED under the handle of the lid.) So try to get the real American Granite Ware - it will not disappoint you!

PS Excellent roasting & browning at LOW temps! We use 275 degrees (at most) and always get great results whether roasting Turkey, Chicken, Beef, or Lamb.

Wonderful product. I'm always puzzled when the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Roast Angst comes around. So much fuss & stress when all you have to do is put your bird in one of these, put the lid on, stick it in the oven at 325, take the lid off in the end for about 15 minutes to crisp the skin, and voila! Best turkey you ever ate. Cleans up easily with soap & water, too. Can you believe people pay big bucks for All-Clad & Calphalon roasters when all you need is this old-fashioned pan?