- Joined
- Jan 14, 2006
- Location
- At home on the range in Wyoming
That's a big key right there. Concavity is really more important than the diameter. The deeper discs are better for liquids (oil). Once you guys cook on one you will see how easily the oil can be stirred around and even drip off the edge of the disc and onto the fire source or onto the deck, concrete or your shoes. The deeper ones are just a better bet for all around cooking. Don't wear flip flops when using your disc either!:shock:
I swung by the John Deere dealer after work. The 18" ones were $28, and the 22" were $56. The 18" ones did not look quite big enough. The 22" one must have been the 2-1/2" concavity, it looked and felt right for what we're talking about.
Depending on how the oil would settle, it looked like there would be a 6 or 7 inch diameter area for frying. Plenty of room on the sides for stuff to drain or rest. For cooking down meat in a liquid or sauce, I would guess they would hold 2 or 3 quarts.
I took a spin by the used equipment area.....maybe after midnight I could make a good deal. :twisted: