1997 EI-code 18.5 OTS
A nice little redhead in great shape, once owned by MartyG, but gifted to his grandson Aydan in care of his Dad and WKC member “Up in Smoke” (Justin).
When Weber introduced it’s latest bolt-on handle design many purists were very critical of the change, not because it was a bad handle, but because it simply looks bulky and distracts attention away from the beauty of the classic kettle design. Gone are the days of a welded (and painted!) strap style handle – we are now provided with a new bolt on design…
Yes, The Penthouse actually does exist. This NOS one is currently up for auction on Ebay. As shown in the assembly diagram, it was designed to be hung from a balcony railing. Hopefully this will land in the hands of a WKC member and we can get more detailed photos of it.
We’ve been waiting for a long time… watching and re-watching Aaron Franklin’s PBS TV episodes on YouTube, watching Tony Bourdain and other food celebrities enthuse on TV, re-reading our copy of Texas Monthly where he took top honors, and peeking in the margins of the images for secrets and trying to pick up nuances of his…
Like all good food innovations and creations, this one too was discovered by accident. I was catering a large party a few years ago. 8 pork butts worth of pulled pork, but I made 9 just so I have one for myself. The overnight smoke was a nightmare. Heavy rain and heavy winds kept me…
MartyG’s NIB Smokey Joe Platinum (Original Jumbo-Joe) that was taken in on a trade for a very clean redhead a while back. As usual, I couldn’t wait for Brian to make me a KOA handle, and his artistry on these handles is extraordinary. 2006 was the final production year for the Smokey Joe Platinum.
Hey Everyone.. I have been given the privilege; no scratch that, “The Honor” of introducing our newest Statesman. I am quite sure that this person doesn’t think that he is extra special, but he has become an integral part of the WKC. While some people take the easy road and some constantly fight the uphill…