re: Buying my first smoker... need advice **UPDATED 1st smoke w/ pics

I have decided on the WSM. I will go look at the two sizes this evening and pick from there. It does seem based on my readings that the 18 is a bit easier for controlling heat, though the differences don't seem very drastic. My plan is to season it Friday evening/night and then fire up a brisket as a Sunday event for the fam. I don't mind serving them bad food lol

Thanks for the input. Will update when I get the chance to do my first attempt