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PK Grills
Posted on 9/16/19 at 10:42 am
Posted on 9/16/19 at 10:42 am
Does anyone have any experience with PK grills? I'm trying to find something that doesn't take up plenty of space, but I could smoke and grill on. Any other recommendations?
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Posted on 9/16/19 at 11:01 am to sportdalockport
Weber Kettle, Weber Smoky Mountain?
Or go propane smoker?
What are your size limitations?
Or go propane smoker?
What are your size limitations?
Posted on 9/16/19 at 11:02 am to jmon
I really don't have a size limitation. I am just looking for something that I could wheel in my shed or garage and not leave outside under my patio. But I would like something that you can grill and smoke on and that'll last.
Posted on 9/16/19 at 11:53 am to sportdalockport
26" Weber is the most economical option and the extra size over the 22" gives needed capacity.
The PK is a great grill. Probably want the larger PK360, but it is $800 I think, but will last forever.
The Weber Summit Charcoal is a great, lightweight, Kamado style grill that is easily moved, but pricey at $1500. I have one and love it.
The PK is probably the most sturdy and well built, although the Webers will last a long, long time.
The PK is a great grill. Probably want the larger PK360, but it is $800 I think, but will last forever.
The Weber Summit Charcoal is a great, lightweight, Kamado style grill that is easily moved, but pricey at $1500. I have one and love it.
The PK is probably the most sturdy and well built, although the Webers will last a long, long time.
Posted on 9/16/19 at 12:02 pm to sportdalockport
I have two PK classics and a PK 360. I love them. Although I own numerous Weber kettles, the PK is just as good. Cast aluminum allows the grill to maintain heat. It is very easy to lock in your temp and smoke, roast, etc. The only drawback with the Classic is the size compared to 22’ Weber kettle, however, they do make vertical racks to increase the capacity.
Posted on 9/16/19 at 12:20 pm to ChEgrad
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26" Weber is the most economical option and the extra size over the 22" gives needed capacity.
26"? I did a quick google search and couldn't find it but I would be interested.
I have had both the 18" and 22" and love both but the 22" has ample room for just about any family size.
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You must be talking about the Kettle and not the Smokey Mountain. I would go with the Smokey Mountain. I have multiple Kettle Grills and think the finished product is much better in a SM unless you plan on grilling...
This post was edited on 9/16/19 at 12:23 pm
Posted on 9/16/19 at 2:46 pm to djrunner
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You must be talking about the Kettle and not the Smokey Mountain. I would go with the Smokey Mountain. I have multiple Kettle Grills and think the finished product is much better in a SM unless you plan on g
Yes, I was talking Kettles. My assumption is that it would be used as a grill more than a smoker. Kettles and PK grills are limited in their smoking abilities, just as smokers are limited in their grilling abilities.
Posted on 9/16/19 at 2:46 pm to sportdalockport
I have had my PK Original for over 10 years, looks practically brand new. Only have had to replace the grill grate once because I'm lazy about cleaning it. I think it retains heat well, I've smoked briskets, butts, and ribs on it. also do burgers and wings, I like the way it performs. My only complaint is that I wish it had a slightly bigger surface area for cooking. Its made me stick to smaller briskets and not as many burgers at a time. Other than that I don't see myself getting another charcoal grill any time soon.
Posted on 9/16/19 at 3:56 pm to sportdalockport
I've got a PK that I'm told is from the 50s. cooked 32 pieces of chicken just last night on it. i have replaced the grates, but past that, i don't see how it won't last forever. cooks great.
was at a big bbq completion one time and brought the pk along just to grill up "tailgate" type food and there were several people from the competitive cooking world that came over and were looking at it etc, i guess because of its age. said that in some of the steak cooking competitions that they were popular. i dunno, but i do like mine.
was at a big bbq completion one time and brought the pk along just to grill up "tailgate" type food and there were several people from the competitive cooking world that came over and were looking at it etc, i guess because of its age. said that in some of the steak cooking competitions that they were popular. i dunno, but i do like mine.
Posted on 9/17/19 at 6:15 am to sportdalockport
I have a PK360 and a 22" weber kettle. If you want to wheel it around I'd probably go with the original PK. The wheels are tiny on the 360. I think either one will last forever, but the 360 is supposed to address all of the short comings of the original.
I use the weber kettle with the slow and sear accessory and I like it too. Its not as well made but its a lot cheaper.
I use the weber kettle with the slow and sear accessory and I like it too. Its not as well made but its a lot cheaper.
This post was edited on 9/17/19 at 6:18 am
Posted on 9/17/19 at 2:55 pm to ChEgrad
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The Weber Summit Charcoal is a great, lightweight, Kamado style grill that is easily moved, but pricey at $1500. I have one and love it.
How long have you had it for and could you post a little review of what you think pros and cons if you will. Also, is the price justified?
Posted on 9/18/19 at 12:28 am to RedHawk
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How long have you had it for and could you post a little review of what you think pros and cons if you will. Also, is the price justified?
I have had it almost 2 years.
Pros: lightweight, easy to move, nice double walled metal heat deflector, can run 18 hours or more on a load of charcoal at 225-250 F, well constructed, charcoal grate raises close to cooking grate for searing (~4" I think), easy ash removal, burns briquettes or lump (I prefer briquettes), lightweight lid is easy to lift, easier to drop temp than ceramic if you overshoot.
Cons: gas igniter is useless to me, limited capacity as a smoker compared to dedicated smokers,
Price: I don't think it is out of line with other quality Kamados when you compare all accessories, but it isn't cheap.
In short, I don't know why anyone would want a ceramic Kamado when you could have a Weber Summit Charcoal.
Posted on 9/18/19 at 10:51 am to ChEgrad
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I have had it almost 2 years.
Pros: lightweight, easy to move, nice double walled metal heat deflector, can run 18 hours or more on a load of charcoal at 225-250 F, well constructed, charcoal grate raises close to cooking grate for searing (~4" I think), easy ash removal, burns briquettes or lump (I prefer briquettes), lightweight lid is easy to lift, easier to drop temp than ceramic if you overshoot.
Cons: gas igniter is useless to me, limited capacity as a smoker compared to dedicated smokers,
Price: I don't think it is out of line with other quality Kamados when you compare all accessories, but it isn't cheap.
In short, I don't know why anyone would want a ceramic Kamado when you could have a Weber Summit Charcoal.
Good to hear. I have an older Weber Performer that keeps on chugging along, but once it starts wearing out more I'm getting a Charcoal Summit. I really like the gas assist in the performer too, so I'm sure I'll like it in the Summit.
Posted on 9/18/19 at 5:19 pm to RedHawk
I have a PK that my late father-in-law bought in 1967, the cooking grill and the charcoal grate have been replaced several times, other than that, like new.
Posted on 9/19/19 at 12:11 pm to sportdalockport
I have a Kamado Joe, but have been thinking about getting a PK original so that, when I’m smoking something on the joe, I have something else I can throw stuff like burgers on. PK’s seem to be steak cooking machines, especially if you like to cook hot and fast. Someone else mentioned steak contests and yes, they are very popular at SCA events.
However, I will say that a kamado joe seems to check all your boxes. Doesn’t take up any more room than a PK or kettle, can roll out of a garage, and can both smoke and grill. I have never personally tried both but I imagine the kamado smokes better than the PK.
However, I will say that a kamado joe seems to check all your boxes. Doesn’t take up any more room than a PK or kettle, can roll out of a garage, and can both smoke and grill. I have never personally tried both but I imagine the kamado smokes better than the PK.
Posted on 9/19/19 at 4:54 pm to CaptSpaulding
I'd say the KJ is a better smoker but the PK is a better grill. It's all about what you want. For smoking the PKs area gets cut in half because of how you set it up. You also can't fit enough charcoal to go 18 hours without refilling, but it's easy to add as needed. I think you'll get similar results with either one of you know how to use it.
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