In researching for the Smokey Joe History page, a WKC member supplied us with these photos. This is the earliest Weber Smokey Joe we have been able to document to date. Clearly visible are the trademark metal handle attached directly to the vent and the early tripod leg configuration. An amazing example of one of Weber’s kettles from the 1950’s!
This grill, the 26″ Weber Westerner, is likely one of the most iconic, vintage, and sought after Weber kettles ever produced. What makes this grill so unique is its rarity, its two toned Chestnut Coppertone paint scheme with brown longhorn steers on the bowl, and that it was only made in the 26.75″ size. No…
Congratulations to George Stephen Sr., founder of the Weber Kettle and covered bbq cooking for being inducted into the BBQ Hall of Fame this week! His invention of the bbq kettle has inspired millions of backyard cooks around the world, and this crazy hobby of ours would not have been possible without him. Check out…
Listed is an old Weber Wok, or “Coolie Pan” as it was called in some of the older Weber paperwork, and owned by WKC member Jeff. This was available as early as 1963 based on older brochures found. This steel pan came with a hand made iron ladle and shovel for turning the stir fry….
With Thanksgiving a little more than a month away, have you thought about your family’s turkey? If your idea of good turkey is Boston market and amusement park turkey legs, boy you are missing out! The Weber kettle has been turning out great turkey for generations using “covered cooking.” The innovation of the lid radiates…
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That’s actually a 1960’s model. The fifties had a Chef’s Hat decal on the lid. I did the research when I owned the one pictured above.
Thanks Duke. The Smokey Joe history page has been updated accordingly.