Now that Weber collectability has been recognized all over the USA the colored grills have become really hard to come by. I am seeing black kettles being recognized, especially the faded blacks. Weber doesn't make a decent red to replace the original yet, so many have taken to black because it looks nice with red accents. What are your thoughts?
Here are a couple I just cleaned up.
(http://img809.imageshack.us/img809/7106/krsk.jpg) (http://img809.imageshack.us/i/krsk.jpg/)
(http://img547.imageshack.us/img547/8109/ew60.jpg) (http://img547.imageshack.us/i/ew60.jpg/)
Very nice! Once you go black you never go back.
Aww crap, now I have to go and find another niche! Stay away from black everyone, it's really hard to keep clean, shows fingerprints, looks like hell in photographs, and is worthless when it comes time to sell 'em. Dime a dozen I say! Dime a dozen!
Sharp!! 8)
Until recently, my appreciation for the black kettles was little to non existent. They seemed like a dime a dozen. But seeing all the cool things you can do with these like the wood handles look great against the black, red wheels, and all the custom work one can do, they are quite appealing. I love the MBH/MLH black kettles especially. The grey fade is sharp too and you can play with the color by giving it a rub down of oil and have a different color kettle for a while and watch it re grey. It's fun!
Quote from: Craig on June 27, 2013, 08:39:23 AM
Sharp!! 8)
Until recently, my appreciation for the black kettles was little to non existent. They seemed like a dime a dozen. But seeing all the cool things you can do with these like the wood handles look great against the black, red wheels, and all the custom work one can do, they are quite appealing. I love the MBH/MLH black kettles especially. The grey fade is sharp too and you can play with the color by giving it a rub down of oil and have a different color kettle for a while and watch it re grey. It's fun!
Black kettles ARE a dime a dozen but they still look great. Especially when well kept or well patinad. Wood handles really set them off too.
Black brings out creativity in trying to figure out how to add attractive color accents. I wonder what a red stained handle would look like?
I have to admit that I love my black grills my 3brnr gasser my 18.5 my 1956 chicago I have had a chance to ad color which I have a blue platinum it sets itself apart from the blacks however I am not as fortunate In my state to get color they don't come up often.
so is black the new red no it is black and I love my collection . and speaking of that I just picked up anotber black a mid 70's metal handle 3 wheeler
Quote from: zorknards2 on June 27, 2013, 09:16:34 AM
I have to admit that I love my black grills my 3brnr gasser my 18.5 my 1956 chicago I have had a chance to ad color which I have a blue platinum it sets itself apart from the blacks however I am not as fortunate In my state to get color they don't come up often.
so is black the new red no it is black and I love my collection . and speaking of that I just picked up anotber black a mid 70's metal handle 3 wheeler
Do you prefer black over red like Marty?
Colors are very cool, but they all cook just as well despite claims to the contrary. For some of the cookers like the smokey mountains there seems to be no other color choice.
An added benefit is if your collection is mostly black, you can always slip another into the crowd without SWMBO noticing. ;D
Quote from: HankB on June 27, 2013, 01:59:23 PM
Colors are very cool, but they all cook just as well despite claims to the contrary. For some of the cookers like the smokey mountains there seems to be no other color choice.
An added benefit is if your collection is mostly black, you can always slip another into the crowd without SWMBO noticing. ;D
Hearesy!!! ;D ;D ;D
I would like to own a nice red for my collection however they don't pop up often and if they do they aren't in great shape. so as of now I will say I prefer the blacks. because you have to love what you own.
Duke those black webers look great. My first Weber was a free black SS performer. I do like my black smokey joe, wga and wsm mini. However, duke I will not trade you my 18.5 red or my Red MT for either of your Black Webers. Red is still. Red !!!
Quote from: 1911Ron on June 27, 2013, 02:00:57 PM
Quote from: HankB on June 27, 2013, 01:59:23 PM
Colors are very cool, but they all cook just as well despite claims to the contrary. For some of the cookers like the smokey mountains there seems to be no other color choice.
An added benefit is if your collection is mostly black, you can always slip another into the crowd without SWMBO noticing. ;D
Hearesy!!! ;D ;D ;D
Please Note: the hi-lite is in RED.....I realize this is bordering on the"Which color Thremapen is the Fastest?" arguement, but gee whiz....I thought EVERYONE knew food (the exact same, identical food) that's cooked on a Redhead just simply tastes better than the exact same, identical food cooked on any other color......
which then begs the question: If Black is indeed the "New Red", could this possibly then Change The Dynamic?
Where did you get the wheels ?? Your grills look GREAT !!
Quote from: skimmah on June 27, 2013, 03:07:09 PM
Where did you get the wheels ?? Your grills look GREAT !!
They are training wheels. I'm learning to grill. :-[...... Sorry I couldn't resist. ;D Maybe I should give this one to my son as his first grill.
lol they look really cool with the wood . I'm totally going to build one of these !! Thanks for the idea .
Here's another full metal one.
(http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/8866/6zon.jpg) (http://img221.imageshack.us/i/6zon.jpg/)
(http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/9386/ed5j.jpg) (http://img16.imageshack.us/i/ed5j.jpg/)
^^^ One of my favorites, along with the old Red Rat! 8)
Thanks, I might need to build another Red Rat when I find a good red MH again.
Duke you a total group picture. Nice lookers! I will have to gather mine, guess I have accumulated a few with noticing. :o Sorry, but mine don't have mods...
Thanks GL, I will try and get a group shot this week.
Quote from: Duke on June 27, 2013, 08:35:37 PM
Thanks GL, I will try and get a group shot this week.
Would enjoy it!
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Quote from: HankB on June 27, 2013, 03:27:35 PM
Quote from: 1911Ron on June 27, 2013, 02:00:57 PM
Quote from: HankB on June 27, 2013, 01:59:23 PM
... but they all cook just as well despite claims to the contrary.
Hearesy!!! ;D ;D ;D
Fact! ;D
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Even our disagreements are FUN !!!!!!
Quote from: 1buckie on June 28, 2013, 10:45:18 AM
See....this is what I really like about this place.....
Even our disagreements are FUN !!!!!!
Quote from: Some other guyA little bit chattiness is fine, a lot is a waste of bandwidth, storage, and time.
I would ask members to minimize the chattiness and keep discussions on-topic so as to provide the most benefit to all members.
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Quote from: 1buckie on June 28, 2013, 10:45:18 AM
See....this is what I really like about this place.....
Even our disagreements are FUN !!!!!!
Quote from: Some other guyA little bit chattiness is fine, a lot is a waste of bandwidth, storage, and time.
I would ask members to minimize the chattiness and keep discussions on-topic so as to provide the most benefit to all members.
And therein lies the problem...
Quote from: G$ on June 28, 2013, 12:00:05 PM
Some other guy]
A little bit chattiness is fine, a lot is a waste of bandwidth, storage, and time.
I would ask members to minimize the chattiness and keep discussions on-topic so as to provide the most benefit to all members.
G$ please tell 'some other guy' to please remove me from this website. I wouldn't want to stand in the way of others becoming world class chefs. ;)
Hey does anyone know if an order of a new red OTG qualifies for amazon credit?
Quote from: pbe gummi bear on June 28, 2013, 02:56:27 PM
Hey does anyone know if an order of a new red OTG qualifies for amazon credit?
Only new red Wood Dales qualify. ;D
Quote from: Some other guyA little bit chattiness is fine, a lot is a waste of bandwidth, storage, and time.
I would ask members to minimize the chattiness and keep discussions on-topic so as to provide the most benefit to all members.
Dafaq??? :o
What forum is that on?
Excuse me Chad, but are you being chatty just now?
:)
Nothing of the quality of Dukes. Did take a group picture of mine today. Missing to the party was Wood Dale... :( He is trying to find his wheels to be portable...
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj623/glrasmussen/null_zps07cb1054.jpg) (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/glrasmussen/media/null_zps07cb1054.jpg.html)
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj623/glrasmussen/null_zpsdcc03242.jpg) (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/glrasmussen/media/null_zpsdcc03242.jpg.html)
Dang Glrasmussen, all wood handled too! Where's the big group shot? All the blacks reds and two greens? And I know you probably have more!
Wow! Combined with the reds and greens that is a fantastic collection. I'm way behind.
Quote from: pbe gummi bear on June 29, 2013, 11:25:51 AM
Dang Glrasmussen, all wood handled too! Where's the big group shot? All the blacks reds and two greens? And I know you probably have more!
It was a lot of work just to do this, The trifecta Brownies and fruit didn't even make it the party.
Excellent representation of "BLED" grills GL. I might be able to help "woodie" find his wheels. ;)
Quote from: Duke on June 29, 2013, 06:29:22 PM
Excellent representation of "BLED" grills GL. I might be able to help "woodie" find his wheels. ;)
Thanks Duke, that would be greatly appreciated!
Nice looking blacks!
I'm hoping to find a black JJ one of these days..
And my raging case of 'Itis needs an itch.. ;D