The old 18 I spotted, it's a Wood Dale!

Eastex · April 18, 2013, 06:52:38 AM

Here's where I originally spotted it
http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/metal-handle-date-question/msg6162/#msg6162

Stopped in again today and checked out the top vent, small tab, Wood Dale! The snatch and grab wouldn't work here even if I was so inclined. Both times I've stopped different neighbors have came out to see if I needed something. The guy works off and on uneven schedules so I'm going to have to keep trying.
Knowing that it's a Wood Dale how much is too much ? I want it really bad but not really really stupid bad if you know what I mean.

MartyG · April 18, 2013, 07:02:07 AM

That's a great looking 18. We need this story to finish with a happy ending!

Duke · April 18, 2013, 07:02:20 AM

It's an awesome grill, I bet he let's it go for a 20. I would go as high as $75 if I had too. I really hope you get it and put me first on your list if you ever decide to part with it.

reillyranch · April 18, 2013, 09:19:07 AM

Have you left a note. I would tell him you are a collector and would take good care of it. Then offer an upgrade, a new 18 and a bag of charcoal. if this is on a regular route, I would leave a note everytime. Just a follow up to the orginal note telling him you are still interested and when he is ready to call you.

I have successfully done that six or seven times. I am working on a 50+ year old PK right now, she finally called back after 8 months and a half dozen notes.

Just get that grill!

etruax · April 18, 2013, 11:22:47 AM

Very exciting eastex. I am downloading the GPS coordinates from your picture as I write this...Seriously, if it is too expensive let me know since it is probably in my driving range.

Duke · April 18, 2013, 01:10:52 PM

Quote from: etruax on April 18, 2013, 11:22:47 AM
Very exciting eastex. I am downloading the GPS coordinates from your picture as I write this...Seriously, if it is too expensive let me know since it is probably in my driving range.

Going for that green patch? ??

Craig · April 18, 2013, 07:54:23 PM

The metal top handle 18's are rare compared to the 22's it seems. This is indeed a treasure.

javahog2002 · April 18, 2013, 07:59:39 PM

What is a Wood Dale ?

G · April 18, 2013, 08:00:43 PM

Now that would be an awesome score. Get it!

Craig · April 18, 2013, 08:01:17 PM

Quote from: javahog2002 on April 18, 2013, 07:59:39 PM
What is a Wood Dale ?

Around 1958-1963 The kettles had WOOD DALE, ILL on the lid vents before switching to ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILL

reillyranch · April 18, 2013, 08:02:40 PM

Wood Dale, IL = Mecca or Holy Grail

Duke · April 18, 2013, 08:06:50 PM

Quote from: javahog2002 on April 18, 2013, 07:59:39 PM
What is a Wood Dale ?

A Wood Dale is one of the older models that came with metal lid handles that were made before Weber expanded and moved to Arlington. The top vent will say Wood Dale.

Does anyone know exactly what year they made the move?

Craig · April 18, 2013, 08:08:08 PM

Quote from: reillyranch on April 18, 2013, 08:02:40 PM
Wood Dale, IL = Mecca or Holy Grail

That...........and a WEBER BROS. METALWORKS CHICAGO, ILL one with he triangle ash pan/utility shelf.

Craig · April 18, 2013, 08:09:14 PM

Quote from: Duke on April 18, 2013, 08:06:50 PM
Quote from: javahog2002 on April 18, 2013, 07:59:39 PM
What is a Wood Dale ?
A Wood Dale is one of the older models that came with metal lid handles that were made before Weber expanded and moved to Arlington. The top vent will say Wood Dale.

Does anyone know exactly what year they made the move?

Somewhere between '60-'64 I think.

Idahawk · April 18, 2013, 08:11:47 PM

Go get it !

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The old 18 I spotted, it's a Wood Dale!