The thing I like about this one is, despite it being in admittedly rough shape, you can tell it was USED. For example the handle was re-attached. It didn't get this way JUST by sitting neglected.
Quote from: G$ on April 22, 2014, 05:07:48 AMThe thing I like about this one is, despite it being in admittedly rough shape, you can tell it was USED. For example the handle was re-attached. It didn't get this way JUST by sitting neglected.This thing wasn't just used, it was ABUSED - clearly. The handle didn't come off from being used a lot. It was obviously knocked off or the lid was carelessly dropped once (or many times) and had to be reattached. Those big chips of missing enamel from the lid proove that. Also, the fact that it is covered in rust and the wood handle is rotted away means that it was left neglected outside in the rain and snow for most of its life.
Yep, this thing took a beating. I'm gonna to get it looking good again and put it back into service. Does anyone know if Weber carries the replacement parts like grill straps, etc.?
Quote from: harris92 on April 22, 2014, 05:51:53 AMYep, this thing took a beating. I'm gonna to get it looking good again and put it back into service. Does anyone know if Weber carries the replacement parts like grill straps, etc.? I'm not sure, but I think I am the only one that has both smokers - the 1880 and the new 1414. All of the parts are interchangeable except for the front access door panel. The old one is shorter and slightly wider than the new one.