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product_id: 49221976
title: "ROME #1100 Old Fashioned Waffle Iron, Cast Iron"
brand: "rome"
price: "€ 144.41"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 11
url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/49221976-rome-1100-old-fashioned-waffle-iron-cast-iron
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# Perfect for camping stoves Cast iron heat retention 6.75-inch classic waffle size ROME #1100 Old Fashioned Waffle Iron, Cast Iron

**Brand:** rome
**Price:** € 144.41
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🧇 Flip into nostalgia with every golden, crispy bite!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ROME #1100 Old Fashioned Waffle Iron, Cast Iron by rome
- **How much does it cost?** € 144.41 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- rome enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rome brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Campfire-Ready Design:** Optimized for gas burner and two-burner camp stoves—your go-to for outdoor gourmet mornings.
- • **Chemical-Free Cooking:** Enjoy naturally non-stick, toxin-free waffles with proper seasoning—ditch synthetic coatings forever.
- • **Portable & Lightweight:** At just 1.8 kg, it’s easy to pack and carry for weekend getaways or backyard brunches.
- • **Generous 6.75" Diameter:** Crafts classic-sized waffles that bring nostalgic comfort to your breakfast table.
- • **Timeless Cast Iron Durability:** Built to last with superior heat retention for perfectly crispy waffles every time.

## Overview

The ROME #1100 Old Fashioned Waffle Iron is a cast iron, portable waffle maker designed for gas and camping stoves. Featuring a 6.75-inch diameter cooking surface, it delivers authentic, crispy waffles without synthetic coatings. With proper seasoning, it offers excellent non-stick performance and durability, making it a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts and traditionalists alike.

## Description

With a nod of nostalgia, Rome's cast iron waffle iron is based on the traditional style that grandma used to use. Designed for gas burner stoves and camping stoves. 6.75" diameter cooking surface x 10" overall length. Made by Rome Industries - a family camping specialty company that has been making the Original Pie Iron sandwich cooker since 1964.

Review: yep - I seasoned the pan as per instructions, but after reading another review decided to double up on the seasoning (reapplying oil and leaving waffle iron in the oven for an extra hour). First batch of waffles stuck like crazy. I reseasoned it (coated with oil, back in the oven for and hour, left in the oven to cool down). Next batch didn't stick at all. Perfect waffles. Cooked the first waffle for 4 mins each side, but after that the pan was hot so 3 minutes per side was plenty for the rest of the batter. What a good gadget! And no nasty nonstick chemicals. Worth the seasoning hassle.
Review: My favourite item of cookware - I've owned this for a little over a year at the time of writing this review and have probably used it around once per month on average. The short version of my review is that it makes great waffles which never stick, not even when the batter spills on the outside. The long version is....long. ** Initial Cleaning & Seasoning ** I went through this procedure over a year ago, so I'll some of the details are a little hazy. This item is delivered with a protective coating (paraffin wax?) to prevent rusting. Mine arrived without rust, so I only needed to remove the coating. If the coating were patchy, I guess I'd have needed to use wire wool or a wire brush for rust removal. I washed the irons in very hot, soapy water to get the worst of the coating off. This didn't quite do the job, so I put them on the grill of my gas barbecue for about half an hour per side, then left them there to cool for a couple of hours. I then washed them again and dried them as best I could with a tea towel. The waffle pattern makes this a fiddly job. I finished the drying with a few minutes over a high flame on the gas hob, to dry them quickly and minimise the chance of rusting. To season, I rubbed rapeseed oil over all the surfaces with some kitchen roll, scrunching it to ensure that it got into all the recesses of the waffle pattern, then put the irons in a hot oven (over 200 C) for an hour or so. I switched the oven off, but left the irons in until cool enough to touch. I then repeated this procedure once more and that was it. This approach was influenced by an online article titled "Chemistry of Cast Iron Seasoning", though I didn't feel the need to apply the recommended six (!) coats of oil. Once seasoned, the irons change from a dull grey to a glossy black, with a hint of amber in certain lights. ** Use ** To use, I preheat both halves of the iron separately over a medium on the gas hob for about 5 minutes to ensure they're heated evenly and right through. I brush both halves lightly with melted butter before each waffle. I've not nailed cook time yet. A small difference in flame size seems to make a big difference in cook time, at least on my hob. For the first waffle, I cook for 90 sec per side, then have a quick peek. It's usually far too pale at this point, but at least it's never burnt. From there, I just cook for as long as necessary to achieve the dark golden brown colour I like. This can take anything from another 1 to 3 minutes. Once I'm settled into the routine, they usually take about 2 to 3 minutes per side. The cooked waffles are easily tipped out, without any prising, gouging or scraping. For the batter, I use a recipe I found online, apparently from Joy of Cooking. ** Cleaning ** I left the irons cool until I can handle them, then wash them in very hot soapy water, using the same brush I apply the butter with to work into the waffle pattern. This cleans the brush nicely too. I then dry with a tea towel and put them back over a high flame on the hob until they're smoking. When the smoke alarm goes off, I know they're dry :-) After that, I leave the to cool and simply put them away. ** Care and performance ** I've not had to re-season the irons and there's no sign of the waffles ever sticking. Even if I overfill the irons a little and batter seeps out the sides, it never sticks. The only other item of cookware we own with comparable non-stick properties is a JML Copper Stone pan (seasoned according to manufacturer's instructions) in which we can fry an egg without oil and it just slides out. This waffle iron is the only item of cast iron cookware I've ever used/owned/seasoned, but it's such a pleasure to use, it makes me hanker for a farmhouse kitchen with a range and racks of cast iron pans and skillets. ** Other points ** The handles are simply part of the iron, with no insulation, so they get really, really hot. You will need oven gloves, but unless you have unusual dexterity with standard mitts, get something with fingers, as it makes flipping and opening the irons much easier. I bought some Keiby Citom BBQ Grilling gloves (yes, with the Spiderman-style pattern) from desertcart and they're great for this job. My only criticism of the waffle iron is that the castings are not very well finished in some places around the edges where the mould halves came together, especially around the handle. They're by no means sharp or dangerous and I don't even notice the "problem" in use, but I wish I had spotted it and ground/filed these areas before seasoning. If I ever have cause to re-season the irons, I'll be sure to do this. I've not deducted a star, because such finishing takes time which would push the cost up.

## Features

- Traditional Waffle Iron
- Perfect For Gas Burner Stoves and Two Burner Camp Stoves
- Cast Iron Construction
- Makes 6 inch Diameter Waffles

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000BWCTL0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 212,718 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 291 in Camp Cookware |
| Brand | ROME |
| Capacity | 454 g |
| Colour | Cast Iron |
| Compatible Models | Gas |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (1,530) |
| Date First Available | 8 Aug. 2012 |
| Item Weight | 1.81 kg |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Model Number | 1100 |
| Power / Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Product Dimensions | 25.4 x 17.15 x 2.54 cm; 1.81 kg |
| Special Features | Portable |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ROME
- **Colour:** Cast Iron
- **Included components:** 1100
- **Item weight:** 4 Pounds
- **Material:** Cast Iron
- **Number of settings:** 1
- **Product dimensions:** 17.1D x 25.4W x 2.5H centimetres
- **Special feature:** Portable
- **Style:** Traditional
- **Wattage:** 1000 watts

## Images

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![ROME #1100 Old Fashioned Waffle Iron, Cast Iron - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-Yn2D6sfL.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Please tell me the country of origin for this product.**
A: Luckily I still have the user card that came with the Rome #1100 waffle iron.  On the inside it states Rome Industries Inc., 1703 West Detweiller Drive, Peoria, IL 61615.  However on the back of the card it states made in China by Rome Industries Inc.  The iron has a 5 year warranty.  Unfortunately there are not many cast iron waffle irons to choose from.  And although some people are hesitant to buy products made in China, I'm sure that these are made to Rome Industries' standards.  I've had the iron since 2010 and have encountered no problems, plus the waffles turn out fabulous. Mind you, I use my own recipe that uses folded in egg whites, which produce fluffier waffles. I hope this info helps.   - Margaret J.

**Q: I really want to purchase this waffle iron but i'm worried if it's worth it. is it easy to maintain? is it pre season? thanks!**
A: I love using this iron. One thing to note however, the handle is short, so you have to use gloves or pot holders to handle it. Never been a problem for me. You will need to season it first, but once it's seasoned as long as you treat it right, you shouldn't need to season it again.  I'm never going back to the teflon poisonous electric waffle iron again. Hope that helps.

**Q: A  tortilla press I bought had a silver-paint finish that peeled in spots and scared me.  Is this a painted finish?**
A: If you still have the waffle iron, use wax or parchment paper on each side. I have a cast iron tortilla press, but I still use parchment paper because it's easier to lift the tortilla and flip it in the pan.

**Q: can you use it on an electric hob?**
A: If you are referring to one of these units (http://www.electricgashobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Russell-Hobbs-15199-Electric-Mini-Hob.jpg) I don't see it is working as efficiently as it would over a gas flame.  Could enough heat radiate to properly heat the Waffle Iron.  It will probably take extended length of time to cook and preheat.  I personally don't recommend it but I could be wrong.  Sorry for being indecisive.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ yep
*by G***G on 14 May 2017*

I seasoned the pan as per instructions, but after reading another review decided to double up on the seasoning (reapplying oil and leaving waffle iron in the oven for an extra hour). First batch of waffles stuck like crazy. I reseasoned it (coated with oil, back in the oven for and hour, left in the oven to cool down). Next batch didn't stick at all. Perfect waffles. Cooked the first waffle for 4 mins each side, but after that the pan was hot so 3 minutes per side was plenty for the rest of the batter. What a good gadget! And no nasty nonstick chemicals. Worth the seasoning hassle.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favourite item of cookware
*by W***S on 24 November 2019*

I've owned this for a little over a year at the time of writing this review and have probably used it around once per month on average. The short version of my review is that it makes great waffles which never stick, not even when the batter spills on the outside. The long version is....long. ** Initial Cleaning & Seasoning ** I went through this procedure over a year ago, so I'll some of the details are a little hazy. This item is delivered with a protective coating (paraffin wax?) to prevent rusting. Mine arrived without rust, so I only needed to remove the coating. If the coating were patchy, I guess I'd have needed to use wire wool or a wire brush for rust removal. I washed the irons in very hot, soapy water to get the worst of the coating off. This didn't quite do the job, so I put them on the grill of my gas barbecue for about half an hour per side, then left them there to cool for a couple of hours. I then washed them again and dried them as best I could with a tea towel. The waffle pattern makes this a fiddly job. I finished the drying with a few minutes over a high flame on the gas hob, to dry them quickly and minimise the chance of rusting. To season, I rubbed rapeseed oil over all the surfaces with some kitchen roll, scrunching it to ensure that it got into all the recesses of the waffle pattern, then put the irons in a hot oven (over 200 C) for an hour or so. I switched the oven off, but left the irons in until cool enough to touch. I then repeated this procedure once more and that was it. This approach was influenced by an online article titled "Chemistry of Cast Iron Seasoning", though I didn't feel the need to apply the recommended six (!) coats of oil. Once seasoned, the irons change from a dull grey to a glossy black, with a hint of amber in certain lights. ** Use ** To use, I preheat both halves of the iron separately over a medium on the gas hob for about 5 minutes to ensure they're heated evenly and right through. I brush both halves lightly with melted butter before each waffle. I've not nailed cook time yet. A small difference in flame size seems to make a big difference in cook time, at least on my hob. For the first waffle, I cook for 90 sec per side, then have a quick peek. It's usually far too pale at this point, but at least it's never burnt. From there, I just cook for as long as necessary to achieve the dark golden brown colour I like. This can take anything from another 1 to 3 minutes. Once I'm settled into the routine, they usually take about 2 to 3 minutes per side. The cooked waffles are easily tipped out, without any prising, gouging or scraping. For the batter, I use a recipe I found online, apparently from Joy of Cooking. ** Cleaning ** I left the irons cool until I can handle them, then wash them in very hot soapy water, using the same brush I apply the butter with to work into the waffle pattern. This cleans the brush nicely too. I then dry with a tea towel and put them back over a high flame on the hob until they're smoking. When the smoke alarm goes off, I know they're dry :-) After that, I leave the to cool and simply put them away. ** Care and performance ** I've not had to re-season the irons and there's no sign of the waffles ever sticking. Even if I overfill the irons a little and batter seeps out the sides, it never sticks. The only other item of cookware we own with comparable non-stick properties is a JML Copper Stone pan (seasoned according to manufacturer's instructions) in which we can fry an egg without oil and it just slides out. This waffle iron is the only item of cast iron cookware I've ever used/owned/seasoned, but it's such a pleasure to use, it makes me hanker for a farmhouse kitchen with a range and racks of cast iron pans and skillets. ** Other points ** The handles are simply part of the iron, with no insulation, so they get really, really hot. You will need oven gloves, but unless you have unusual dexterity with standard mitts, get something with fingers, as it makes flipping and opening the irons much easier. I bought some Keiby Citom BBQ Grilling gloves (yes, with the Spiderman-style pattern) from Amazon and they're great for this job. My only criticism of the waffle iron is that the castings are not very well finished in some places around the edges where the mould halves came together, especially around the handle. They're by no means sharp or dangerous and I don't even notice the "problem" in use, but I wish I had spotted it and ground/filed these areas before seasoning. If I ever have cause to re-season the irons, I'll be sure to do this. I've not deducted a star, because such finishing takes time which would push the cost up.

### ⭐ Avoid
*by M***R on 11 February 2018*

Just simply can’t achieve anything close to a desirable result. We followed all the instructions around ‘seasoning’ (oiling) and ensured we applied the recommended level of heat/time, but the mixture keeps sticking to either side of the pan which results in A) a ruined waffle, and B) a hell of a clean up operation. I really wanted this to work, but this might be a time when a newer non-stick waffle maker would be worth the investment. I should probably add that the waffle maker is not very ergonomic - it feels very cumbersome to hold and manipulate, especially whilst wearing an oven glove.

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