Trying to put a name with this 17" Griddle

[Jeffrey R.]

I picked up 3 griddles this one being the newest of the three, and the only one with writing in it. Hoping that will help ID this one. IThe griddle is has not been seasoned yet.

Looking at the reinforcement lines on the bottom, at first I think Wagner Ware. But too many other things do not match.

3 photos to the right;
https://picasaweb.google.com/114772661409714296598/JeffreyR#5987763317726169058

 

[Doug D.]

Wagner. The WWSO marked version is inscribed "UTILITY GRILL" c/n 1148. I have one.

 

[Jeffrey R.]

Thank you, Doug. Any idea why they never marked it like yours'?

 

[Doug D.]

Surely for the same reason that all the other unmarked pieces by the name brand manufacturers were made: marketing.

 

[Jeffrey R.]

I was thinking that, but not sure.
Is your surface smooth as a nice skillet? Mine is smooth, just not as smooth as a nice skillet, glass smooth.

 

[Doug D.]

Mine is the same as yours, all surfaces "as cast".

 

[Jeffrey R.]

I did the seasoning today, looks nice. I think it will be a fine user for someone.
I will keep an eye out for a Griswold to go with my stove.
Thank you for your help

---------- Post added at 09:55 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:21 PM ----------

Sorry Doug, What date would you put the griddle at?
Thank you.

 

[Doug D.]

Both probably late 1950s.

 

[Jeffrey R.]

Thank you Doug.