Lordlarry2510 Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 Hi new to the group don’t yet have a smoker. I’ve been looking at the offset smoker just for the fact I can use it as a grill when The mood takes. what’s everyone thoughts on which offset are good and any info on any deals just now would be good along with any general advice. I have been watching YouTube for the last 2 days looking at the upgrades that will be needed to make any affordable £300-400 useable thanks Larry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoogl Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 an offset is a great smoker. you could look at a kettle also as you can do some decent long low and slow smokes and use to grill. I haven't used an offset so can't fully advise but i'm sure someone else will be along soon that has/can. I've started with a bullet smoker as it can be a great place to learn but it all comes down to budget and what kind of cooks you ant to do and amount of food. Plenty of good advice on the forum if you've got time to search. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saltandpepper Posted April 9, 2020 Share Posted April 9, 2020 (edited) Hi Larry,I use Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn (2 years already) and I'm pretty happy with it. It's a bit on the pricier side considering your budget (currently it's about $450 on official website), still it's a decent unit. I use it quite often, especially during the weekend, and I find it really meditating - firing it, stocking and relaxing with a beer around it. It's quite heavy, all steel, wide and the cooking area is big: like, it makes really good food and it's what got me addicted to BBQ. But need to mention, It is my first smoker, so take this will that grain of salt. Ofc I read some reviews before pulling the trigger, the price was right for me and I must admit - I'm still learning to use it (it's not just a hobby or cooking method now, it's an addiction according to my wife). Good luck choosing! Edited April 13, 2020 by saltandpepper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordlarry2510 Posted April 9, 2020 Author Share Posted April 9, 2020 (edited) 5 hours ago, saltandpepper said: Hi Larry,I use Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn (2 years already) and I'm pretty happy with it. It's a bit on the pricier side considering your budget (currently it's about $450 on official website), still it's a decent unit. I use it quite often, especially during the weekend, and I find it really meditating - firing it, stocking and relaxing with a beer around it. It's quite heavy, all steel, wide and the cooking area is big: like, it makes really good food and it's what got me addicted to BBQ. But need to mention, It is my first smoker, so take this will that grain of salt. Ofc I read some reviews before pulling the trigger, the price was right for me and I must admit - I'm still learning to use it (it's not just a hobby or cooking method now, it's an addiction according to my wife). Good luck choosing! Thanks for the reply have you made any modifications to your smoker? And if so which ones have you done? I have been looking at the highland which is showing about £440 in the uk websites just now. Also looking at the chargriller. thanks Larry Edited April 9, 2020 by Lordlarry2510 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordlarry2510 Posted April 11, 2020 Author Share Posted April 11, 2020 I’ve ordered the cosmogrill from Amazon. All the stuff to make the mods needed. Just need to find so nice rubs ( not a huge fan of hot and spicy) wood and meat now. oh and put the thing together. thanks for the help guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordlarry2510 Posted April 17, 2020 Author Share Posted April 17, 2020 It’s here put it together done a few mods such as gasket on the doors sealed The smoke stack and fire pit. Few little things left to seal that I have noticed while seasoning it tonight. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotv Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 Looking good, enjoy cooking on it. Hopefully get to see some food you have cooked on it pics in the future Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 Looks good . The main area to seal is the smoking chamber lid - but dont get too paranoid if you still see a little smoke escaping from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janma Posted March 26, 2022 Share Posted March 26, 2022 The best Offset Smokers stack and fire pit. Hardly any easily overlooked details left to seal that I have seen while preparing it this evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janetimps Posted August 21, 2022 Share Posted August 21, 2022 (edited) If you are in looking for affordable offset smoker, then this review might be an ideal suggestion for you. Also I think a lot depends on where you live. I’ve had one mine for 2-3 years now and love it for a budget option. I will say that I am very diligent about cleaning out the ashes within 24-48 hours of every cook, and this has kept my firebox in great shape on the inside and prevented rust issues. Edited August 22, 2022 by janetimps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Which smoker please, the link goes to a top ten smokers review. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janyfer Posted October 6, 2022 Share Posted October 6, 2022 I Just finished my first offset smoker build, and thought I'd share some pics. Body made from 1/4" pipe and plate, 3mm box section for the stand, and cast iron wheels off from amazon. Link was on this site https://houseandbeyond.org/best-charcoal-smoker/ Was putting it together for a significant birthday party (my own), and of course didn't start early enough, so it ended up a complete rush job at the end. I tigged the whole thing out, which took me absolutely ages - I really ought to learn to stick weld! Still have a snagging list to work through now the time pressure is off, but am pretty happy with the end results of the build and the smoking seemed to be a big success (beginners luck I'm sure). 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamG Posted October 6, 2022 Share Posted October 6, 2022 51 minutes ago, janyfer said: I Just finished my first offset smoker build, and thought I'd share some pics. Body made from 1/4" pipe and plate, 3mm box section for the stand, and cast iron wheels off from amazon. Link was on this site https://houseandbeyond.org/best-charcoal-smoker/ Was putting it together for a significant birthday party (my own), and of course didn't start early enough, so it ended up a complete rush job at the end. I tigged the whole thing out, which took me absolutely ages - I really ought to learn to stick weld! Still have a snagging list to work through now the time pressure is off, but am pretty happy with the end results of the build and the smoking seemed to be a big success (beginners luck I'm sure). Looks good! Nothin wrong with tig welding👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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