Coghlan's Cast Iron Cooker - Pre-Seasoned Pie Iron Sandwich Maker with Heat-Resistant, Removable Handles, Easy-to-Clean for Toasted Pies, Grilled Sandwiches, and Meats, For Campfire Cooking

Great product, heavy duty, do season it!I suggest if using over a campfire, that you find a good Y stick and make a hole in the ground to rest it on as you flip for heating both sides. They are smaller than bread pieces, but you can work it out, putting what you want on it. So many cooking ideas to invent.

This is something we always used while I grew up, and then my kids while growing up. Mine finally wore out after forty something years. I was so happy this was heavy like my old one. The price was right. It's built to last for along time. I like that the irons come off and separate for ease of cleaning. This is easy, simple and fun to use. Very easy to use over any fire too. Now I have one to use with my grandchildren, and start the next generation on the original camp pockets. I bought my son and his partner the double one. Can't wait to use it now 🩵

Used this for the first time earlier this evening in the fire pit. Made some nice toasties with corned beef, cheese, and thousand island. Buttered the bread on the outside. Also used it to warm up the graham cracker and chocolate for s'mores as it turns out that the innermost square fits half of a graham cracker perfectly! Yes, season it yourself before use. AND after! It's just like any other piece of cooking iron. After we were done eating, we stuck the plates back over the fire for a few minutes to char off the food bits. Then cleaned and oiled each one and stuck them back on the fire for another little while. Nice and shiny once again, ready for the next use.Having now used this thing, I'd say that the better option might have been the single instead of the double. It would like be easier to manage one sandwich or pie at a time. The double is too heavy for the handles, I think. Some other reviewers are reporting a broken hinge, and I can see this happening because it simply seems too thin for its intended purpose. It really needs a redesign. While in use, the handles are strapped together tightly which creates pressure at the hinge point. I would suggest only leaving it under pressure while cooking. When not in use, the handles should be unscrewed from the iron plates and stored separately.Personally looking forward to figuring out what kinds of things I can make with this. May buy the single sammy/pie model at a later time.

This makes the nicest camper pies I have ever seen! No flimsy non-stick aluminum - this thing is made from cast iron! It was a little tricky getting the bread to fit inside, but it was well worth the effort once I seen the finished product. I made Reuben sandwiches and the design sealed all the good stuff inside a pocket sandwich! You can use it over a campfire or cheat a little and use it on your cook stove!

Love using these over the campfire. They work wonderfully, just like when my kids were little!

Bought this for a gift. It's so easy to use and clean. It heats up on a fire or grill which is neat. It can be used for almost anything, simple design makes it easy to use from a burger to vegetables and pies. Heavy so may not be easy for young kids to lift

Coghlan's 2044 Cast Iron Double Camp Cooker promises rugged, campfire-ready cooking, and in that respect, it delivers. This double-pot setup, with its sturdy cast iron construction, certainly feels capable of withstanding years of abuse. However, the "easy" part of the equation is a significant stretch. Three stars feels appropriate, acknowledging the cooker's resilience while acknowledging its significant usability shortcomings.The primary frustration stems from the design. The nested pots, while space-saving for packing, are a nightmare to clean. Food inevitably gets trapped between the pot and the lid, requiring a Herculean effort with scrubbing brushes and potentially steel wool. The tight fit also makes filling and emptying a challenge, especially when dealing with boiling liquids.The cast iron itself is a double-edged sword. While it retains heat incredibly well, leading to efficient cooking once it’s up to temperature, it takes an agonizingly long time to heat up initially and cools down just as slowly. This makes precise temperature control difficult, leading to occasional burnt or undercooked food.Despite these drawbacks, the Coghlan's 2044 does manage to cook food. It's a truly effective vessel for boiling water, stews, and other hardy campfire meals. The robust construction instills confidence, and the patina developed over time adds to its rustic charm.Ultimately, this cooker is best suited for experienced campers who prioritize durability and don't mind investing extra time and effort in cleaning and temperature control. Beginners might find the challenges overwhelming. If ease of use is a priority, you might want to consider lighter, non-stick alternatives. But if you're looking for a durable workhorse that can handle the rigors of the backcountry, the Coghlan's 2044, despite its quirks, might just be worth the struggle.

Quality item from long time trusted brand. Can't wait to make some mountain pies over the fire with these!