Hello All,
I have been thinking now for a few months to get a kettle. Spending my time waiting for a sale on the mastertouch (I am from Ontario, Canada). And then a breakthrough. Someone in the neighborhood was throwing their kettle away. He was moving to a condo, and just wanted to get rid of it. He was really nice about it. Without hesitation I drove over and took whatever he was willing to give me. What I got is I believe a One Touch Deluxe, plus his left over charcoal. It has seen its time, and due for a cleanup.
The one touch blades were rusty and bent, so they got removed and bent into shape. There is a spot of rust on the lid, and few others spots on the both. No holes though, thankfully. The lid bales were melted right off. Went to the store to order new bales, and they wanted $20 for them (additional shipping cost from weber). I am going to look for an alternative. I ended up buying new a charcoal grate, chimney starter, charcoal basket and cleaning brush. They did not have stock on the hinged cooing grate. Will have to find one of those later this week
After raeding threads over here, I don't think my wife will be to happy if I start a kettle family!
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