Which one? Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Camp Dutch Oven with Lid - Dual Handles

[dpearce]

I need some advice, so I'm drawing on the collective here.

Looking to get a Camp Dutch Oven this year. Amazon Black Friday deals are going into effect, and prices are coming down.

I'm torn between the 6 and 8 quart sizes. I'm thinking I'd go with the larger one. What's your thoughts and why?

Thanks all!

[Panhead John]

If you’re already thinking of going with the larger one that might be the way to go. If you will occasionally appreciate the bigger size for larger cooks, then that’s the way to go IMO. Rarely do people say, “man, I wish I’d gotten a smaller one”. But something to keep in mind also, it will be heavier and take up more space. I’ve got a Lodge 6 qt and love it, but I’m only cooking for one.

EDIT: I forgot something, being this is The Pit…..get both!

[Oak Smoke]

John that’s so sad, cooking for one. You need to go get a rescue wife. They’re even available online.

[Panhead John]

I love being single and am totally happy with it! I knew since I was about 19 or 20 that I never wanted to be married or have kids. But I digress…..🥸

[Duanessmokedmeats]

Get a Black Lab they will eat anything.

[Oak Smoke]

The 8 qt is so much more versatile. Whether it’s making a stew, baking bread , or deep frying it will be better IMHO.

[jayjordan]

+1 on the 8 quart

[Richard Chrz]

8 qt

[58limited]

8 quart seems to be the average size most people buy and I think it is probably the most versatile size - it can cook one pot meals for small to medium groups or a smaller volume for one or two people. I have sizes ranging from 6 to 16 quarts and the 8 and 10 quart sizes get used the most.

[TripleB]

8 qt.

[dpearce]

8 quart it is! I just sent the Amazon link to my family in our group chat. Thank you everyone!

[jfmorris]

I am late to the advice party! I wanted a 7 quart Lodge CI dutch oven, but my wife got me the 5qt years ago for Christmas, and for most purposes, that size has been great - especially baking. However, for big stews and such, I use the 7 quart Misen dutch oven I got on a kick starter a couple of years ago.

[SheilaAnn]

+100 on the 8 qt

[CaptainMike]

Eight is great! And you're going to enjoy working with it.

[klflowers]

Both! What is wrong with you people? When did we start recommending moderation?

[Richard Chrz]

Ha!

[Santamarina]

Just remember…you can cook 6 qts of stuff in an 8 qt Dutch oven, but you can’t cook 8 qts of stuff in a 6 qt Dutch oven! 😎

[Henrik]

Whoa, mind blown 😂

[Henrik]

I’m actually gonna vouch for the 6er. I’d rather have a pot that’s half full or full for 90% of my cooks, than a bigger one that I only fill once per year. My highly subjective personal preference:-)

[Panhead John]

Our whole point though of recommending the bigger pot is it costs more money….🥸

[Henrik]

Yes, and I guess my point actually builds the case for buying both Panhead John :-)

[klflowers]

Or you can go this route - i have (3) 6 quart Dutch ovens. I had an old enameled lodge that chipped, and they replaced that one for free. I was so surprised (it was a very old pot) that i bought a beautiful new blue one. I also have a cast iron one that i use directly on coals. I highly suggest doing this - 8 quarts? What? I have 18 quarts available. Come on man!!!!