Cavet, the first one I had, the spring on the handle broke. (the wire spring is welded to the wire handle, it must have been overheated as the wire spring broke loose from the handle. Not incapacitating it, as the spring just rolls in you hand, but annoying.) I wrote Lodge Mfg, and they sent a replacement which has worked fine ever since. Hence 4 stars instead of 5.

Requires some assembly, a screwdriver and a small wrench. Easy for any handyperson to do.

27 of 28 found the following review helpful:

Old-fashioned practicality  Oct 02, 2004
By David Casker
I like the heft of cast iron, and the cooking results, too. I have well-seasoned skillets handed down from my grandmother. But every once in a while you come across something so darned "obvious" that you just have to smile. This is one of them. You can use it on the grill or in a skillet. Flat bacon is only one of MANY uses. The handle is also old-fashioned. It dissipates heat pretty fast, so unless you're using it in an oven or on a closed grill, I haven't found any problem.

29 of 32 found the following review helpful:

works fine but the handle gets hot  Jul 10, 2004

This works great to flatten bacon. I chose this instead of the larger circular one and it fits better in more of my pans. The only question I have is why they didn't spend an extra 50 cents and put a wooden handle instead of a metal one which gets so hot one has to use an oven mitt just to pick up the press.

13 of 13 found the following review helpful:

Simply Device, Works as Advertised  Jan 27, 2006
By FXP
I've used mine for years and it should last years more -- paid $5. I use it for steaks, chops and burgers. Placing the weight on food for a couple of minutes presses the meat down on the grill and gives you the grill marks that add flavor and looks great when served. You should season the press before using it and this is explained in the instructions. If you don't season it properly food can stick to the press.

3 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Wonderful addition to your kitchen  Feb 06, 2007
By Dorothy P. Allen "bird watcher"
I have used this grill press for many cooking items. Besides bacon and other meats, it is wonderful for panni and other sandwiches....Highly recommended.

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