Hats off to Mr
@GregS who just scored a
SWEET spring green MT from the UK! Freaking awesome score Greg! ... BUT that doesn't seem to be the only surprise for the WKC this evening!!
This glorious box just showed up at the door - A Classic Black real deal North American Master-Touch 8)
I'm told this is the first one that's been given out to the public :o
(http://www.fraservalleyweddingfestival.com/Weber/OCT14/namt1.jpg)
(http://www.fraservalleyweddingfestival.com/Weber/OCT14/namt2.jpg)
Un-boxing now ;D ;D
Yes!!! Directly from the factory to
@SixZeroFour This might just be a "heirloom" kettle Matt - one that you will proudly display for a long time.
Winz
Oooh Ahhhh. Great looking kettle! Nice talking point being the first released. Maybe you could put a small plaque on it to commemorate.
OHHHHHhhhhhhhh. Ok consider me Jealous.
Take more pics. Put directly in gallery!!!!
Swweeet.
2 new Master-Touches to the WKC in 1 day this is a little overwhelming! Congrats 604!
Epic. Let's see it!
Matt,
After the summer debacle, which stings me harshly as I know it did you, you and I especially know this whole turn of events couldn't have happened to a more deserving guy. You're a true ambassador to the hobby, sir. I haven't said it before but thanks for all you do here.
-ATS
any eejit can buy something off ebay.
it's another whole level story when number 1 goes to #001!
very cool matt, let's see that bad boy! :D
curious to see the vent code. haha
yours should have the larger bale, new ash catch and rubber tires!
it's so cool you got this kettle!
Sweet...and 2 in 1 day is so cool. Enjoy Matt.
Congrats 604! Milking out this unboxing...
604 for the win!!! Way to go man...
@SixZeroFour Congratulations, Matt! I can't wait for the unboxing and setup!! 8)
Sorry gents that took WAY longer than expected! - Enough with the talk and on to some pics!!!
May I introduce "Tony"
Both because it looks like a Boss and because that's the name of the gentleman who gave me this amazing gift!! LOVE the all black hardware... and the taller legs with radio buttons, WARMING RACK!, Gourmet System, new wheels, etc etc... you get it...
(http://www.fraservalleyweddingfestival.com/Weber/OCT14/MT/namt3.jpg)
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Lots more daylight pics to come tomorrow.
Enjoy!
I kind of like the black handles against that black! It echoes the black MBH's of yore. Razor sharp,
@SixZeroFour ! 8)
Thanks to all for the kind comments! I'm so lucky to have a cool group of people to share this excitement with!
I forgot to notify
@1911Ron as well - he will be happy to see the warming rack I'm sure ;)
Quote from: addicted-to-smoke on October 27, 2014, 06:31:45 PM
Matt,
After the summer debacle, which stings me harshly as I know it did you, you and I especially know this whole turn of events couldn't have happened to a more deserving guy. You're a true ambassador to the hobby, sir. I haven't said it before but thanks for all you do here.
-ATS
Thanks for the kind words ATS - UPS sure F'd the pooch on that one. Still appreciate you going to all the effort to agent for me and glad to see you around the forum again!
dude I am so stoked.
if the US version doesn't come with the warming rack I'm F'in moving to Canada.
please Weber. Don't make me leave socal.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/27/e65419bec8425ae9e0533c16352d1e9d.jpg)
(If marvel had made captain Canada)
No offense Canadians. You know I love you :)
I have told myself - no more black. But looking at the MT I am not so sure. Damn. I need Weber to roll out a ivory or blue wave MT to keep me from getting a black.
Imagine a Crimson one of these......
WOW, I just became a Fan of Black now. Congrats so Jealous.
Quote from: Craig on October 27, 2014, 09:43:54 PM
Imagine a Crimson one of these......
No, I'm past the limit.....there is no MORE room !!!!
This thing is real snazzy though......like the race car-like lettering for "MasterTouch"
Great deal being the "FIRST ONE" eh what, Matt?
Great for tall people too............ 8)
Also, real glad A-t-S is back around too!!!!!
Very nice..looks pretty awesome in Black too...hopefully the rack is at least something we can order if the US ones don't come with it. I like the additional height, I may have to order those legs and wheels and convert my "daily" cooker.
i would have named that kettle bond, because it looks like it's wearing a tuxedo.
and it wears it very well. (http://2coolfishing.com/forum/images/smilies/cheers.gif)
@SixZeroFour aka #001.
Quote from: MrHoss on October 27, 2014, 09:06:10 PMDamn. I need Weber to roll out a ivory or blue wave MT to keep me from getting a black.
hey i know a guy. ;) (problem is i couldn't find either :( )
OMG that is one of the most beautiful kettles I have ever seen! It really looks good in black. Sure the colors are cool but I have a soft spot for the black ones. Congratulations 604!
Very cool!
sweeeet!
Man, that is one sharp grill. Weber really got it right. Congrats 604!
Very nice. I can't wait for the colors.
I'll take the AC DC version please! Very nice indeed...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAgnJDJN4VA
This has me wondering..... Will the 26"ers for '15 be renamed Master Touch?
Quote from: Craig on October 28, 2014, 07:49:35 AM
This has me wondering..... Will the 26"ers for '15 be renamed Master Touch?
Or will they improve the wobbly legs, have a 26" gourmet grate system and warming rack.
Can't stop looking at this black beauty!
Quote from: dwnthehatch on October 28, 2014, 07:58:41 AM
Quote from: Craig on October 28, 2014, 07:49:35 AM
This has me wondering..... Will the 26"ers for '15 be renamed Master Touch?
Or will they improve the wobbly legs, have a 26" gourmet grate system and warming rack.
I knew when I typed that I wasn't thinking of a 26" gourmet grate/warming rack but oh would that be super deluxe! They'd have to produce a larger wok too...
Maybe I'm finally beginning to "come around" but I do like the design of these newer 8" wheels. I like them better than the 2010-14 style anyways, but I'd still be tempted to slap on my set of classic '70s-2009 8" WEBER whitewalls if I had a modern 26". The Master Touch wears these new ones well!
-end of my threadjacking..
A few decent natural light shots until it stops pouring rain...
(http://www.fraservalleyweddingfestival.com/Weber/OCT14/MT/namt13.jpg)
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Man, that's super pimp. Got a feeling that if Weber doesn't offer this to the US market, that you'll be one of the top exporters of Canadian MTs :)
Looks even prettier in its natural setting.
Weber grills just keep better and better. Worth the wait and thank you for the large pics. Flawless, MT!
Quote from: demosthenes9 on October 28, 2014, 08:43:35 AM
Man, that's super pimp. Got a feeling that if Weber doesn't offer this to the US market, that you'll be one of the top exporters of Canadian MTs :)
it's $199 at your local ace via pre-order according to their web site.
Wow. Love the black handles.
Wow. A warming rack too. As you mentioned in the Weber Academy. Cool gourmet system. just awesome. Thanks for sharing.
That is a sweet looking black, congrats 604!!! I think the black handles finish it off!!!
@SixZeroFour so these will have the old style hood bale? i'm just noticing that.
They do... and I'm thinking it must come down to safety. The Performer can handle the extra weight hanging off the back thanks to the table, but on a MT I bet the tipping point is too touchy...
That is impressive, Matt!
Please keep us Canucks posted when all of the Euro colours come flooding in to the Great White North. ;D :D :P ;) ;)
Quote from: SixZeroFour on October 28, 2014, 01:56:15 PM
They do... and I'm thinking it must come down to safety. The Performer can handle the extra weight hanging off the back thanks to the table, but on a MT I bet the tipping point is too touchy...
i don't think it's a big deal on the MT with the lid going back. on the perfs it goes to the side so it's more invasive when open (guessing). but with the MT they go far enough back to be a non-issue when open, in my opinion anyway.
Would be sweet if you could swap it over!... I will test it out if I get my hands on new bale hardware anytime soon :)
Nice that the warming rack is back. Nice looking grill there.
Quote from: GregS on October 28, 2014, 03:04:55 PM
Quote from: SixZeroFour on October 28, 2014, 01:56:15 PM
They do... and I'm thinking it must come down to safety. The Performer can handle the extra weight hanging off the back thanks to the table, but on a MT I bet the tipping point is too touchy...
i don't think it's a big deal on the MT with the lid going back. on the perfs it goes to the side so it's more invasive when open (guessing). but with the MT they go far enough back to be a non-issue when open, in my opinion anyway.
The whole thing is like a sail
Quote from: Troy on October 28, 2014, 06:16:10 PMThe whole thing is like a sail
@Troy well, they call it a "windshield". :P
also, now available in blue? please weber stop hating us...
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must. resist...
don't email tom don't email tom..
Wow!!!
I got a fever and the prescription is more Black...as in a black ash catcher bucket, triangle, legs and bail.
Quote from: MrHoss on October 28, 2014, 09:04:16 PM
I got a fever and the prescription is more Black...as in a black ash catcher bucket, triangle, legs and bail.
... and handle assembly!
Check out Plasti-dip! Sweet product and you can peel it off if you're ever unhappy with it! (not sure about using on the ash catcher though...)
Use it on car parts all the time :)
Lawrence lost an M/T over backwards at the end of the Napa meetup......waiting to load up & the wind caught it & knocked it clean over......he didn't cry....too much.....
It can happen, not sure if a new or old bale would make any difference............
Wow, what an awesome new look and set of features... I love my old ones, but I would buy new in a heartbeat if I could get this in the European colors here in the US. Maybe if we all email Weber, they'll make it happen... oh yeah, my wife found out today that I've been getting Craigslist alerts on my phone for Weber listings and she just about flipped HER lid. LOL
Matt, any movement with the legs? Radio button type doesn't seem like it would be as wobble-free.
Quote from: addicted-to-smoke on October 29, 2014, 06:15:23 AM
Matt, any movement with the legs? Radio button type doesn't seem like it would be as wobble-free.
Not at all, the little clip below actually slides down inside the leg, not the socket, so the fitment is just as tight as before along with the addition of the radio button to keep them from falling out. Such a tiny change with huge impact on usability - real nice touch in my opinion!
(http://www.fraservalleyweddingfestival.com/Weber/OCT14/MT/namt9.jpg)
We finally got a window in the rain so here are a few more natural light shots. Its odd, in person it feels noticeably bigger, but in photos the kettle portion itself almost looks smaller due to perspective and being so used to seeing the standard height :)
(http://www.fraservalleyweddingfestival.com/Weber/OCT14/MT/DSC07588.JPG)
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"Its odd, in person it feels noticeably bigger'
It IS bigger, you silly goose tall person !!!
Bet a nickel it DWARFS a Smoky Joe !!!!
In other news, is the top handle all one piece?
I mean, can you replace just the rubberized portion, or is that all one piece with the metal uprights?
didn't see if that's been discussed anywhere else?
The top handle comes pre-assembled but is not all one piece, you can work the heat shield off if desired and swap the handle out to a zavod if you want to. Due to the screw placement being on the underside its a bit of a pain to get at while still attached to the lid so it might be faster to just remove the whole handle assembly, then the handle itself.
They include a little plastic wrench tool for tightening the large washer/nuts onto the handle inside the lid. It makes it so that you can't over tighten the bolts and pooch the lid.
That's right....now I remember the discussion about wood handles....makes sense, thanks !!!
Matt, I think your hedgerow is rather famous now in the world of Weber kettles.
I would recognize it anywhere ... so long as there is a kettle in the pic .... Just sayin'. ;D ;D ;) ;)
Congratulations on your M/T! Do you have a measurement for the height of the bowl lid from the ground?
Hofy, here's the measurements from the other thread on Brand Spanking New MasterTouches:
"the grilling surface height is 30.5 inches/ 77.47cm, the top rim of the bowl assembled is 32.5 inches/ 82.55cm. "
Greg's ~~>
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/well-well-well-thank-you-agent-uk-tom_1-0!/
Thanks 1buckie, I just got to that thread.
Quote from: MacEggs on October 29, 2014, 03:57:37 PM
Matt, I think your hedgerow is rather famous now in the world of Weber kettles.
I would recognize it anywhere ... so long as there is a kettle in the pic .... Just sayin'. ;D ;D ;) ;)
;D lol, I have a tiny little backyard so I can't offer much in terms of scenery variety! That's about the best photo I can come up with that doesn't include toys and bikes and other random monkey toys - and those were all kicked out of the way just moment before the shot :D
QuoteMatt, I think your hedgerow is rather famous now in the world of Weber kettles.
"If theres a Weber in your hedgerow, don't be alarmed now,
Its just a kettle for 604"
Obscure Led Zep reference.
Winz
Not so obscure Winz - he does come from the land of ice and snow after all...
Quote from: SixZeroFour on October 30, 2014, 11:46:08 AMThat's about the best photo I can come up with that doesn't include toys and bikes and other random monkey toys - and those were all kicked out of the way just moment before the shot :D
you have bike riding monkeys up there? (http://i635.photobucket.com/albums/uu78/jimnic1-photos/smilies/emoticon_shocked.gif)
canada is so friggin' cool.
Quote from: SixZeroFour on October 27, 2014, 05:38:06 PM
This glorious box just showed up at the door - A Classic Black real deal North American Master-Touch 8)
I'm told this is the first one that's been given out to the public :o
Hate to burst your bubble, but I have had my MT since Oct. 14th.
Kinda blows up your 1st one given out theory, huh? ;)
Used it numerous times already and yes, it is pretty sweet.
I appreciate your informative post - it looks like you're the winner!
I grabbed one at Home Depot. You can look on the Website to see if your stores have them.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Weber-Master-Touch-22-in-Charcoal-Grill-in-Black-Featuring-the-Gourmet-BBQ-System-14501001/205449912
I'll post pics shortly.
Things I noticed:
1. The triangle is larger for the new legs
2. US models come with the warmer but the hinged grates are unusable when it's installed.
3. It's taller than a 26" kettle
4. Last year's premium cover is too short.
Can anyone give us a measurement of the length of the front leg?