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Need advice on cutting cast iron handle

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Retired RailRoader
Retired RailRoader Posts: 975
edited November -1 in EggHead Forum
I picked up another Lodge 12 in pre-seasoned cast iron pan today at a local William Sonoma outlet for $16 (a really good deal). I want to cut off the handle so that the cast iron pan fits nicely in my large egg so I figured I would go to the source and ask all of the cast iron specialists (RRP, WessB just to name a few) what would be the best way to cut off the handle and what would be the best way to give it a smooth finish. Thanks for any input.
Everyday is Saturday and tomorrow is always Sunday.
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  • Spring Chicken
    Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
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    I just used my jig saw with a metal cutting blade, then hit it a lick or two with my belt sander to polish up the cut. Only took a few minutes.

    Spring "Able To Leap Very Short Buildings In A Single Bound" Chicken
    Spring Texas USA
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  • Rascal
    Rascal Posts: 3,923
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    Buy yourself a little hand-held grinding tool (pneumatic or electric) at your local hardware store. With a small assortment of disks from coarse to fine, you'll be in business. Just be sure not to force the tool (let it do the work) so you don't become a member of the "missing-digits" club! Have fun and tell us how it worked for you!

    Rascal
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  • Chubby
    Chubby Posts: 2,955
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    After seeing pics of your latest "handywork"...folks may not take advice, (when it comes to power tools)... from you so readily!

    LOL!!!

    Evans
    I spent most of my money on good bourbon, and bad women...the rest, I just wasted!!
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  • Chubby
    Chubby Posts: 2,955
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    Just use a cut off wheel on a grinder, (hand or bench) and smooth it off with a belt sander.

    A metal blade on a good sabre saw will work as well!

    Good to see you, have a great weekend!!

    Evans
    I spent most of my money on good bourbon, and bad women...the rest, I just wasted!!
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 32,767
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    my 12 inch lodge fits with the handle, did you try it to see if the handle needs to be removed.
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • Rascal
    Rascal Posts: 3,923
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    I was just trying to offer a simple solution (other than a hack saw) to someone who might not have a workshop of dedicated tools. I'd probably use my acetylene cutting torch and then grind/polish to a smooth finish~

    Rascal
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 25,897
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    now why would you ever think I knew anything about doing that? :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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    Re-gasketing America one yard at a time.
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  • Spring Chicken
    Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
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    You BAD!!!

    Are you over the Bug yet?

    Spring "Fraction Matriculator" Chicken
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  • Spring Chicken
    Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
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    Wow! Acetylene cutting torch... You DO have a fully equipped shop. I'm betting you could cut your appendages twenty different ways. I'm envious.

    Spring "Limited Tools To Do Myself In With" Chicken
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  • Chubby
    Chubby Posts: 2,955
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    Between being gone, and the Flu...I feel like a "tired O'l stranger" on the forum here!!

    I'm hoping to be at full speed by Monday!!

    Evans
    I spent most of my money on good bourbon, and bad women...the rest, I just wasted!!
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 32,767
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    have you tried cutting cast iron with a torch, its a little tricky and theres a good chance it will crack the pan if you dont preheat and post heat. i would use the saw or grinder.
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • Spring Chicken
    Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
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    Well, you've certainly been missed, especially at the Florida Eggfest. You Sir, are a Legend there. You best be making plans to be there next year.

    Glad to hear you're on the mend. Now hang loose for the Texas Eggfest.

    Spring "Stand-In For The Chubbster In Florida" Chicken
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  • Sundown
    Sundown Posts: 2,980
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    Will The Chubster and his Chick be in Waldorf??
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  • Retired RailRoader
    Retired RailRoader Posts: 975
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    Fishlessman, My 12 in pan does fit but being the anal sort of egger that I am I want it in the middle of the grate. Just a thing I guess.
    Everyday is Saturday and tomorrow is always Sunday.
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  • Retired RailRoader
    Retired RailRoader Posts: 975
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    Thank to all for the ideas. I will let you know how I make out.
    Everyday is Saturday and tomorrow is always Sunday.
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  • Curly
    Curly Posts: 46
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    Works quite well. :)
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