Dean,
I was figuring that you would chime in here sooner or later. Thanks for the insight on the quality issue. I have the Lodge 12 and 8 and really do love them. They are incredibly well made. The only reason I was looking to something else was the fact with two young boys, a bargain is always a good thing. Back in Dec. I went right by the Lodge outlet store in east Tenn. But I didn't any cash at all that I could spend on DOs
I may be back by there later this year and if so, I will make sure I got some cash.
After using my 12 and 8 for a while now, I see that I need a couple of 10's and at least one 14. Gander Mountain here in Indy carries Lodge CI for a pretty reasonable price if I cant get back down to Tenn.
Gander Mountain also carries a behemoth DO that I do not remember the brand name right off. Somewhere around 20" to 21" for about $70 If you sort through them, you can find some pretty good ones. I would love to have one for doing really big pizzas.
I can't believe how much fun it is cooking in my DOs. My wife is convinced that I have gone over the edge, but she always enjoys the food I cook when I get it on the table.
Thanks everyone for your input.
Tom