Is it a sin to modify an antique cast iron griddle?

I’m really into cast iron and antiques, but I say it’s yours you bought it do what you want with it and don’t feel bad about it.

No pic?

I think it's entirely up to you. If you have any concerns, why not just get a new one for thirty bucks or so. Since you mentioned the angle grinder I will share my experience. I picked up a reversible(grill on one side, griddle on the other) cast iron griddle from the "Pioneer Woman" collection. It fits across the back two burners perfectly with the handles...and recalling, it wasn't too expensive. Bad news is that no amount of seasoning or use allowed anything like a non stick and I mean I would massacre a fried egg bad! Now the angle grinder angle(?!!)...I took my 4-1/2" peanut grinder, put a flap wheel on it and took the surface down to smooth, re-seasoned it and it works amazing now. Of course when I search the net for the one I have now, I can't find it! What are the dimensions of your? Pic maybe?

It' likely antique. Does it look anything like this?



If it's an old Griswold it's worth about $150 if in good shape.

It just has an "11" stamped in the underside.

Better to use it! If you don't want to mod it donate it to your local thrift shop so somebody else can enjoy it for $1!

Does it have a name on it? There *are* some valuable pieces out there. Griswold is sought after in some areas, Wagner is another. Usually, it isn't the flat plancha types, but the old muffin pans (they make 11, not 12).

I say DO IT. Otherwise, why have it if you're not going to use it? Enjoy it. Cast iron is great.

Cut the handles to suit you and use it as you wish