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Grill Talk => Weber Grill Forum (Grills, Accessories) => Topic started by: Uncle John on July 25, 2019, 07:18:28 AM

Title: Vintage Kettle v. New
Post by: Uncle John on July 25, 2019, 07:18:28 AM

Is there a difference in quality between a vintage Weber and a new one from the store today? In a few Facebook groups I've seen people say that new grills use a lower gauge steel. Is this true, and, if it is, when did Weber make that change?

Title: Vintage Kettle v. New
Post by: michaelmilitello on July 25, 2019, 07:48:54 AM

All anecdotal opinions....  my $0.02. 

I’ve seen threads in the past where vintage lids and bowls were weighed and there’s little difference.  It “feels” like vintage lids feel heavier. 

I do think wooden handles have better form and function (heat insulation). 

The newer plated legs are inferior to the old aluminum. 

The basic wheels are still the same....

Bottom line: I’ve cooked on both a lot, and there’s little performance difference.   A three wheeler might have a slight advantage at lns cooks.  I like both!


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Title: Re: Vintage Kettle v. New
Post by: HoosierKettle on July 25, 2019, 08:39:42 AM

Quote from: michaelmilitello on July 25, 2019, 07:48:54 AM

All anecdotal opinions....  my $0.02. 

I’ve seen threads in the past where vintage lids and bowls were weighed and there’s little difference.  It “feels” like vintage lids feel heavier. 

I do think wooden handles have better form and function (heat insulation). 

The newer plated legs are inferior to the old aluminum. 

The basic wheels are still the same....

Bottom line: I’ve cooked on both a lot, and there’s little performance difference.   A three wheeler might have a slight advantage at lns cools.  I like both!


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This. I agree entirely.


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