> Sure, it doesn't last as long, but who cares if I have to buy another one for $20 in 3 years? That's the main reason I own only cast iron. I like to buy thin

> Sure, it doesn't last as long, but who cares if I have to buy another one for $20 in 3 years? That's the main reason I own only cast iron. I like to buy things once and keep them forever. It's really not that much of a pain to use. I've never seasoned or otherwise serviced my cast iron in 8 years of use. It's heavy and a bit more tedious to clean without using soap. But I've never had to throw out or buy another pan, and it feels good to be using something you know will last for the rest of your life.