Ace Hardware red edition Weber Grill Utensils

[landgraftj]

In person the crimson is much duller than the brick red. 100% a matte or flat finish on the new ones. The brick red is glossy. I have a brick red performer and have personally seen the crimson OTG and performer. There really is no debate over the glossy vs matte finishes. Whether you like the colors is another story.

[Mud]

In person the crimson is much duller than the brick red. 100% a matte or flat finish on the new ones. The brick red is glossy. I have a brick red performer and have personally seen the crimson OTG and performer. There really is no debate over the glossy vs matte finishes. Whether you like the colors is another story.

you are right.
I liked the brick red, but I also like the crimson.
I saw the crimson kettle next to the req Q at Ace Hardware and the colors are very similar. I think the difference comes from the material underneath, or possibly a ceramic additive on the kettle or something.

[landgraftj]

I like the brick red Mud, not completely enamored with the crimson. Maybe because it's too close in color to my brick red to justify the purchase. Now if crimson was the only one they ever made since the bright reds I may be singing another tune.

[Mud]

You know, I've seen some brick reds that looks more brown then red.
And I've seen other brick reds that are nice dark, rich, red color.

The crimson's I've seen were more matte than gloss - but not pure matte finish like a piece of paper or a gun metal gray.
They were also a nice vibrant red. I think weber is having consistency problems because some of the photos I've seen posted here looks really ugly and quite different than the ones I've seen in person.

[Duke]

This is a nice looking Crimson. I could go for this in a 26 model.

[pbe gummi bear]

My red SS performer is dull- very close to the luster of the new crimson but it's a brighter red. This PP lid that I have is SUPER shiny, but the surface is orange peely. And this red bowl that i have- late 90's OT is smooth and moderately shiny. All have a similar bright red tone. Every kettle is unique even though Weber has made millions. Dull kettles need love too

[Mud]

What is PP? (that sounds funny)

[pbe gummi bear]

What is PP? (that sounds funny)

Patent pending vent stamp from '68-70

[Mud]

thanks!

is there a glossary of terms somewhere?

[pbe gummi bear]

Yep. Weber Kettle Club Glossary

[Heyjude]

We have a Glossary?   

[Bman]

What is PP? (that sounds funny)

In this case, patent pending.  But could be Performer Platinum or pulled pork.