Let's cut through the fluff and get to the facts. The other person claims iron pans have superior heat retention, but that's debatable at best. In reality, steel pans' thermal conductivity far surpasses iron in real-world applications.

As for rust prevention, it's not just a matter of personal responsibility; iron pans are inherently more prone to corrosion than steel pans. Yes, proper maintenance can mitigate the issue, but why take that risk when you don't have to with steel? 

The rest is just flowery language trying to distract from the facts: steel pans outperform iron in terms of safety and cooking performance. Let's focus on evidence-based decisions rather than romanticizing about "culinary excellence" and "fine dining experiences."