The Forest carbon steel cookware set is four uncoated, pre-seasoned pans for home cooks who want a hard sear, fast heat response and a surface that improves with use: three frying pans (8", 9.5" and 11") and a 12" wok. It works on every cooktop, including induction, and is stovetop only.
What's in the Set
- 8" frying pan — 1.4 lbs. Size: 16.3" L x 8.5" W x 2.9" H
- 9.5" frying pan — 1.8 lbs. Size: 17.7" L x 9.8" W x 3.1" H
- 11" frying pan — 2.3 lbs. Size: 19.3" L x 11.5" W x 3.3" H
- 12" wok — 2.8 lbs. Size: 19.4" L x 12.1" W x 4.0" H
Key Specs
| Material | Carbon steel |
| Cooking surface | Uncoated, pre-seasoned carbon steel (no coating at all) |
| Handle | Wood |
| Cooktops | Gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction |
| Oven | Stovetop only (not oven safe) |
| Care | Hand wash only, dry immediately, never in the dishwasher |
| Warranty | 10-year warranty |
Why Carbon Steel
- Better searing and browning. Carbon steel handles the high heat that builds flavorful crusts on meat and vegetables.
- Lighter and more responsive than cast iron. It reacts quickly when you change the burner and is easier to move while cooking and serving.
- No coating to wear out. The surface is bare carbon steel, and seasoning builds a smoother, more natural release the more you cook.
How to Season and Care for Your Pans
- The pans arrive pre-seasoned, so you can start cooking right away. Use a small amount of oil or fat to keep building seasoning.
- Go easy on acidic foods until the seasoning is well developed.
- Wash by hand, avoid soaking, and never use the dishwasher.
- Dry completely right after washing, then wipe on a very thin layer of oil. Do not store wet.
- If rust appears, scrub it off, dry, oil and re-season the pan.
Step-by-step guides: how to season a carbon steel wok and how to clean a carbon steel pan.
Carbon Steel vs Nonstick
Carbon steel has no synthetic nonstick layer, so it sears harder and has no coating to wear out, but it asks for a little seasoning and drying habit in return. Not sure which fits your kitchen? Read our carbon steel vs nonstick comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the 4-piece set?
Three frying pans (8", 9.5" and 11") and a 12" wok.
Does this carbon steel cookware set work on induction?
Yes. It works on gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction cooktops.
Can I use it in the oven?
No. The set is stovetop only.
Will it become more nonstick?
A well-maintained patina can improve natural food release over time, but carbon steel is not a synthetic nonstick surface. Cooking technique and seasoning still matter.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?
No. Hand wash gently, dry immediately and completely, then wipe on a very thin layer of oil.