Weber Kettle 22" - Page 2

West River BBQ · 05-17-2021, 05:30 PM

Thanks all. My wife has accepted that I have a problem and wasn't surprised when I brought it home. I can't wait to get a couple big steaks on it, and neither can she.

BuffettFan · 05-17-2021, 07:58 PM

I agree, the 22 is probably one of the best cookers available.
It's not always big enough. I personally can't justify the price of a 26 or Ranch kettle, but for just over $100, I've built a collection of 4 22"ers via Craigslist.

I've still got Dad's early 1960s in the rotation as well.

Grain Belt · 05-17-2021, 09:58 PM

I have a 1998 Mastertouch that I cook on at least 3 times a week. It is as strong as ever. I have cooked everything from cold smoked cheese to packer brisket. There are a lot of good cookers out there but in recent years I think kettles have become less popular. Most likely due to the pellet grill market explosion. What I like about the kettle is consistent fire management. I also love the ability to switch from direct to indirect grilling or a combination. I also have a homemade extension which allows me to turn my kettle into a 22 inch WSM with two cooking levels. About the only thing not in the rotation is whole hog. I can grill or smoke or bake about anything else. It’s economical, durable, and portable. It always hits above its weight class.

Robert · 05-18-2021, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by BuffettFan

I agree, the 22 is probably one of the best cookers available.
It's not always big enough. I personally can't justify the price of a 26 or Ranch kettle, but for just over $100, I've built a collection of 4 22"ers via Craigslist.

I've still got Dad's early 1960s in the rotation as well.

All of my 26" purchases have been Craigslist finds. Prices vary from $35-200. Patience, persistence and luck. Bought one in Iowa and had a friend pick it up and brought it to me at a cook-off in Louisiana. Another came from Chicago and a relay of friends commenced and picked up in Kansas City. St. Louis, same, same picked up in Tulsa. Found another in Kansas City and another friend secured it and I picked up on another trip to KC. And luckily have found three locally. Not all have stayed with me as I have bought for friends as well.

Weberitis. It's real.

Hawklaw · 05-18-2021, 03:21 PM

I also love that you can hot rod them to your heart's content. There is no end to the amount of after market accessories, grates, baskets, rotisseries, you name it. In this way it is the Chevy small block of bbq grills. Not only is it easy to find factory parts for, but just about every part on there has an aftermarket option as well. And so many ways to expand on its already impressive versatility.

Sure the base grill is about as ubiquitous as it gets but you can absolutely make it your own.

05-17-2021, 05:30 PM	#16
West River BBQ Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-26-18 Location: Sturgis, SD Name/Nickname : Bill	Thanks all. My wife has accepted that I have a problem and wasn't surprised when I brought it home. I can't wait to get a couple big steaks on it, and neither can she. __________________ Humphrey's Pint; WSM 22; Fornetto Basso; Weber 22" Kettle

05-17-2021, 07:58 PM	#17
BuffettFan is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-10-18 Location: East Peoria Illinois Name/Nickname : Terry	I agree, the 22 is probably one of the best cookers available. It's not always big enough. I personally can't justify the price of a 26 or Ranch kettle, but for just over $100, I've built a collection of 4 22"ers via Craigslist. I've still got Dad's early 1960s in the rotation as well. __________________ We are the people our parents warned us about.

05-18-2021, 03:21 PM	#20
Hawklaw Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 10-11-20 Location: KANSAS CITY Name/Nickname : T	I also love that you can hot rod them to your heart's content. There is no end to the amount of after market accessories, grates, baskets, rotisseries, you name it. In this way it is the Chevy small block of bbq grills. Not only is it easy to find factory parts for, but just about every part on there has an aftermarket option as well. And so many ways to expand on its already impressive versatility. Sure the base grill is about as ubiquitous as it gets but you can absolutely make it your own. __________________ LSG IVC; Weber Performer 22

05-17-2021, 09:58 PM	#18
Grain Belt is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 11-11-09 Location: Northern MN	I have a 1998 Mastertouch that I cook on at least 3 times a week. It is as strong as ever. I have cooked everything from cold smoked cheese to packer brisket. There are a lot of good cookers out there but in recent years I think kettles have become less popular. Most likely due to the pellet grill market explosion. What I like about the kettle is consistent fire management. I also love the ability to switch from direct to indirect grilling or a combination. I also have a homemade extension which allows me to turn my kettle into a 22 inch WSM with two cooking levels. About the only thing not in the rotation is whole hog. I can grill or smoke or bake about anything else. It’s economical, durable, and portable. It always hits above its weight class.