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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Sunday, June 04, 2006 - 8:06 am
A tree fell on our gas grill and broke it. I am thinking of getting a new grill for my dh for father's day. The old grill was a permament gas link which is nice, but it's in an odd spot in our yard plus it is exposed to the elements. I am thinking of getting this Weber grill. Anyone familiar with it? Weber Performer 22-1/2 In. Black Charcoal Grill Model 841001 Bring new life to your cooking routine with this 397 sq. in. Performer® charcoal grill that makes backyard barbecues so easy and convenient, you might not step foot in your kitchen all summer. The gas assist quickly lights coals to eliminate messy charcoal prep and lengthy wait times. Integrated tool holders keep your spatula and tongs accessible for when you need to quickly flip the burgers or rotate the vegetables. A dual-purpose thermometer lets you monitor the heat inside the grill and doubles as a meat thermometer so you can be sure your medium-rare steaks are at a safe temperature when you serve them. The grill is constructed with durable, solid materials and is integrated into a heavy-duty cart that provides mobility, storage and extra work space for outdoor grilling with all the perks. • Porcelain-enameled bowl and lid have smooth surfaces for quick cleanup; Tuck-Away™ lid holder stores lid out of the way while you check on food's progression • Heavy-duty, plated-steel hinged cooking grate withstands high heat for lasting use • Durable steel cart frame stands up to the demands of regular use • 2 Char-Basket™ charcoal fuel holders allow for convenient, indirect cooking • Weather-protected CharBin™ storage container keeps extra charcoal dry and accessible • Stainless-steel One-Touch™ cleaning system sweeps ash from the kettle bottom into the removable ash catcher for easy disposal • Plastic thermoset work table provides an extra area to prepare food • Glass-reinforced nylon handle is comfortable and durable • Tuck-Away™ lid holder keeps the lid conveniently up and out of the way while also providing a shield from the wind • Crack-proof, all-weather wheels resist the elements and provide mobility; locking casters keep the grill stationary • Assembly required

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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Sunday, June 04, 2006 - 8:13 am
That one looks great. I want to get a good charcoal grill also. My dh says he likes the taste of meat better on charcoal than gas... How much is that one?
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Sunday, June 04, 2006 - 9:15 am
$299 seems to be the consistant sale price. a little steep for my budget, may have to borrow from dh! LOL but it's lot less expensive than a really good gas grill.
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Sunday, June 04, 2006 - 4:27 pm
I got my DH a Weber gas grill and we LOVE it. They are very well constructed and if you cover them, they last for years! One other "fyi" -- the Webers I looked at while in Sears had plastic parts but when I looked at the EXACT same grill at a local hardware store it had cast iron parts. It wasn't any more expensive at the hardware store, so that's where I went.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Monday, June 26, 2006 - 7:58 pm
texannie, i don't know much about grills, so i googled. here is a link to read some customer reviews: http://tinyurl.com/lenl2
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, June 27, 2006 - 12:13 am
Thanks Abby. I ended up getting him the Weber Performer. It's really cool. It doesn't have quite as much grill space as our old gas grill, and he is having a few 'adjustments' as he learns to cook on charcoal, but I think he likes it.
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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Tuesday, June 27, 2006 - 9:36 am
I think he'll be very happy with the Weber, Tex! I have a huge gas grill, a Weber, a Brinkman smoker, a little Weber and I use them ALL! If I could have a fire pit, I would have one of those, too! 
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, June 27, 2006 - 2:59 pm
LOL! and you aren't even a Texan! everyone has to go to that link that Abby posted and scroll down and read the negative review, it is quite hysterical!
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Tuesday, June 27, 2006 - 6:47 pm
ROLFLMAO -- that "eggman" review shows HIS stupidity rather than what he had planned. Loved the reviewer who point by point debunked Egg's negative review, too. Texannie -- I have no doubt your DH will LOVE the Weber. Tell him to "get grillin!" and then sit back and enjoy the results! 
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Wednesday, June 28, 2006 - 12:03 am
Wasn't that a hoot? I never realized how many of my dinners relied on grilled food until ours broke! Of course, I have to giggle at the logic that it's just too hot to turn on the oven so I send dh out in the heat to stand over hot coals..hey, it works for me! LOL
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Bigd
Member
09-13-2001
| Saturday, September 16, 2006 - 8:36 am
Sorry I missed this thread before, but we bought this exact grill and really love it! I have always preferred the taste of the food cooked with charcoal over gas or propane any day!
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