. . and the first one anyone intending to fry should buy.

For covered work as you describe, I use a 10-1/4 inch 3" deep skillet similar to the Lodge L8DSK3 with cover L5IC3 except without the helper handle. Don't know who made it, it just says "Made in USA" (wherever the hell that is) and #7 10-1/4". I've had it for over 30 years and it was my primary cooking vessel for much of that time. Highly recommended for low cost cookware.