Cuisinel offers a similar set, and both are as cheap as cast-iron cookware gets. There's no arguing that they get the job done. The trick with cast iron, be it then or now, or fancy or not so ...

it's the only coated cookware I like to have at home. This skillet is my go-to for gifting," says DeSimone. The enameled cast iron is slick, retains heat exceptionally well, and requires no seasoning.