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	Char-Griller 1224 Smokin Pro 830 Square Inch Charcoal Grill with Side Fire Box Char-Griller Char-Griller, 2005 average customer review:based on 31 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

The barrel of the grill and side firebox are crafted in heavy-gauge steel with powder-coat finish to endure high heats and long-term use. A double bottom also increases the grill's durability. Nonstick grill grates constructed in cast iron resist warping and embellish the heat and flavor distribution to meats as they cook. Grate height also may be altered for different dishes. Slide-out coal drawers enable cooks to add charcoal while cooking without removing grill grates and dump residual ash easily. A rack below the grill supplies convenient space for seasoning spices, paper plates, hot pads, and barbecue accessories. The airtight-flanged grill hood keeps bugs and debris out while containing flames and heat. The hood also features a heat gauge for temperature monitoring. The grill stands four legs with two sturdy feet and two wheels for transport. Char-Griller has several Smokin' Pro accessories available for separate purchase, including a warming shelf, rotisserie kit, and propane igniter. The grill requires assembly upon delivery and includes thorough direction, as well as several barbecue recipes. This item is covered by a one-year warranty for material or craftsmanship defects. The grill measures 62 by 29 by 50 inches and weighs 146 pounds. --Jessica Reuling

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Great Smoker and Griller!

I've owned this griller/smoker for three years now, having purchased it at my local Lowes. Prior to this cooker I used a Weber smoker, which cooked well, but left me one handed by constantly holding the lid in one hand. My Weber is long gone and I have no regrets! This grill is multi-functional -- it has a large cooking surface of cast iron grates [ceramic non stick are also available] which 'season' with use like an old cast iron skillet. One can choose to grill [fast cook at high temps] steaks, brats, hot dogs, burgers, or chicken breasts, or to slow cook 'Texas style.' I use this grill for both purposes. The lid is hinged, and opens without being in the way or in your hand like the Weber. To cook Texas style, the side fire box works well, and this size of cooker does not require a large fire. I start a fire with charcoal in a chimney, and then add whatever wood I am cooking with that day [hickory, oak, apple, Texas pecan, or mesquite]. I've had to learn the art of 'fire management' to avoid scorching my meat, but once learned, this cooker maintains a steady cook box temp. I have had no problems with the thermometer that comes with the cooker, and it always registers correctly and the finished product comes out tender, juicy, and with great smoky barbecue flavor. With this cooker the local barbecue restaurants will have nothing up on you! I've cooked beef brisket, whole chickens, and whole slabs of pork ribs with rave results. Here's a few things I have found useful with this cooker... place aluminum lasagne pans [from the dollar store] under your meat when you slow cook. Fill the pans with some water to add humidity to the cook box -- it keeps your meat from becoming too dry. The fat and drippings will collect in the pans and make clean-up a breeze! The paint on the side cook box will burn off, there's no way to avoid this. The paint on the cook box does not burn off, even with grilling. In the side fire box the fire just gets too hot even for special 'grill paint' so I have left it with a natural rust patina on the outside. It doesn't look pretty, but its better than smelling the chemical smell of scorched paint [which is what happens]. If you are inclined to do so, the inside of the cook box can be cleaned with Easy-Off oven cleaner. The number of times you need to do that depends on how often you cook. The cast iron grills can be washed with hot water and dish detergent, but be careful to not overscrub and remove the 'seasoning.' A good grill wire brush with scraper seem to work better than constant washing of the grills. I cook a grilling fire under the grates to burn off residual debris, and that works just as well as scrubbing for the most part. If you over wash the grill grates with water, being cast iron, they will rust, so it is probably better to minimize that. For the price, you can't go wrong with this Char-Griller. It's a great way to learn the backyard art of the Texas slow cook. Before long your ribs, chicken, and brisket will be the talk of the neighborhood -- either by them tasting your barbecue or mostly by them smelling that wonderful smoky smell streaming from your little smoke stack! Lastly, this cooker is not fueled with gas! This one is for those who want to cook the old fashioned way with a wood fire [or charcoal briquets]. I don't own a gas cooker, and probably never will. Why add smoke flavoring when you can have the real thing? Different wood for cooking is available either locally or from other Internet vendors. One last comment... if you do purchase this and cook with the side fire box 'Texas style' you will need to also purchase a solid pair of welder's style leather gloves to tend the fire with. Without them, you will get singed and blistered. Amazon also sells them -- search barbecue gloves or welder's gloves.

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Barb and smoker

Love this Barb. Only complaint was the thermometer which I replaced with one of better quality. Would buy again if I ever needed another one.


The One and Only way to Real Texas BBQ...

Excellent product...The Real Deal...not cheap workmanship or flimsy. If you want to do real Texas BBQ, this is the one 4 U. And, the side fire box is key. Can then be used as a true smoker, or as a giant grill. Awesome. Can't say enough how well this is built. I looked at lots of different brands and this is one of the best smokers out there. The way they cut the barrel is perfect, right in the middle, which allows maximum room for grilling and/or to stand whole chickens up in the center while they cook. PS...the picture here does not show the side fire box, but it did come with it as described. J.

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He likes it!

Purchased as a birthday gift for the pit master in my life. He says the assembly was not bad at all. Only took him an hour or so. Has smoked and q'd a variety of meats and all have come out great. Not hard to regulate the heat or smoke w/wood chips, just have to be patient and take your time. He appreciates the versatility of the grill and the cast iron grates made him very happy too! Highly recommended!!


smoker grill

The grill was a gift for my son. All the hardware was enclosed and the assembly was easy. Thhe grill works well but will need reenforced where fire box mounts to grill otherwise good deal from start to finish.

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