 It's also pre-seasoned. It's ready to cook on right out of the box. It's the griddle that stays ready, not rusty. It heats evenly edge to edge, and this griddle reaches up to 500 degrees. There's also a Weber Works prep and cooks in store system that keeps cooking supplies handy. You can carry all the food condiments and utensils you need. Get fired up for your new Weber Slate rust-resistant griddle. Mike in Philadelphia is on the Rich Eisen Show. What's up, Mike? How are you, sir?