Why do they tell you that is made in America and then when you get it it says made in China maybe that's just a printing error

I didn’t pay attention to that. Doesn’t matter since it’s not touching the food. Super strong and very handy tool. To pick up lid and rest lid on top of it !!

Would anyone recommend purchasing this item for use at home? In other words, do you use it with your dutch oven, when taking it out of the oven?

I agree with previous posts. It would be like using a cannon when a pistol would do! I would simply use potholders, but I would not use the this dutch oven in my gas oven at home.

What is the top metal bar, near the handle, for?

Not really sure. I wrapped my fingers around it when using it. Also, note that the metal above the bar is twisted. That twist ends on the bar, so it may be just part of the design.

ASIN	B0000TPDJE
Best Sellers Rank	#26,143 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #10 in Camping Cooking Utensils
Brand	Lodge
Capacity	20 Centiliters
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,166)
Date First Available	May 5, 2003
Department	unisex-adult
Finish Type	black
Global Trade Identification Number	00075536992174, 40075536992172
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Is Dishwasher Safe	No
Is Oven Safe	No
Item Weight	14.4 ounces
Item model number	A5PLT
Lid Material	Stainless Steel
Manufacturer	Lodge
Material	Stainless Steel
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash Only, Oven Safe
Product Dimensions	4.35"W x 14.2"H
Shape	Round
UPC	798527234977 604776588801 718472688625 342192493414 885787198443 899989075914 885186967787 785648451536 752913193156 758710427425 885524672434 885824323364 750022271789 075536992174 801881998277 885145074433 885572940431 702024854439 885919081971
With Lid	No

Lodge Camp Dutch Oven Lid Lifter. Black 9 mm bar Stock For Lifting & Carrying Dutch Ovens. (Black Finish), Model Number: A5

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