snapper Posted August 8, 2006 Report Share Posted August 8, 2006 What's your thought on comparing BGE, Primo & KK? I know KK is best looking but it is also $$$$ more. I just do not know if the extra money for the KK is worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curly Posted August 8, 2006 Report Share Posted August 8, 2006 The only ceramic I've ever cooked on personally has been a K. From what we know, Dennis has made many improvements on the tiled ceramic cookers, but you didn't even consider the other tiled thingee (and why should you ). As far as the BGE and the Primo being cheaper, I'm not so sure on the BGE. If you compare the lowest priced KK (textured non-OTB) with the highest price BGE (x-large is probably same size) you are about equal. Then look at what Dennis includes with the KK and start adding up the plate-setter and all of the extras you'll need to buy for the BGE. The KK may even be cheaper. It's a tough decision that ultimately...only you can make All 3 will cook great food. Of course, me an Porkchop chose a KK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firemonkey Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Curly, is your order actually in for a KK now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerard Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Re: Curly & Porkchop Curly & Porkchop ???WTF??? With all the expertise on this board, you ask for *their* opinions??? Snort. Well, on second thought, nevermind about Porkchop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curly Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Re: Curly & Porkchop Curly & Porkchop ???WTF??? With all the expertise on this board, you ask for *their* opinions??? Snort. Well, on second thought, nevermind about Porkchop. I wondered about how I was included myself...but didn't want to hurt the fellas feelings and tell him to go elsewhere. Plus, I knew it'd tick you off real proper too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeDJ16 Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Re: Curly & Porkchop Curly & Porkchop ???WTF??? With all the expertise on this board, you ask for *their* opinions??? Snort. Well, on second thought, never mind about Porkchop. Bwwwahahahahahahahahahahahhahahaa! BTW, I agree with Curly's assessment, after you add all the accessories to the BGE to equal, you would certainly be at the price of a standard textured classic or more. I know BGE used to not even come with a top damper standard (that might have changed now). Also not sure if stainless is an option on the BGE. Also, I would have to think that cooking in the winter, the extra thickness of the KK would be an improvement. The auto lifting dome on the KK is a huge plus, especially holding a plate full of food to put on the grill. Lastly, there is simply looks. -=Jasen=- Just thought I would add in my two cents even though I am not PorkChop or Curly (THANKFULLY ) hehe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curly Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Sounds like you may be a little more like me soon...snip-snip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeDJ16 Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Sounds like you may be a little more like me soon...snip-snip I have got to find a few more emoticon just for these occassions to express my feelings of you being #1 in my book with my middle finger!! -=Jasen=- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper Posted August 9, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Info from anyone is a help. Didn't mean to leave anyone out, just Curley and Porkchop had answered my earlier questions. BTW, how long does it take for Dennis to get in touch. I have called and e-mailed him with no response. I have never had this hard of a time in trying to give someone money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curly Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 He is in the US for his "once a year" trip and probably won't be back til the end of the month. That'll give you more time to make your decision http://www.komodokamado.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=552 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porkchop Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Egad! this is what happens when i'm away for a day or so? talk of neutering and slights against my expertise?? oy! back to the comparison question: i've cooked on the BGE, XL BGE, the #7 mexi-K, many steelies. have seen and considered the Primo Oval. As an overall answer, i made my order for an OTB June 30th. there was an eta of 8/2, but it may have been held up in customs. my last communique from dennis was a day before his trip, and he's on the case. far as i'm concerned, you're "out the door" costs for an XL BGE with the accessories that are really necessary will be very comparable to OTB. while i don't have an exact breakdown, i did crunch the numbers when i was considering things, and ended up saying to myself, "another 100 bucks, and we're talking KK money". i like the BGE; darn good cooker. proven over the years in quality and cs. but, for the extras and re-engineering that dennis has done, i'd go with the KK. just that fine adjuster knob on the draft door and the double gasketing would be enough for me. my 2cents... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeDJ16 Posted August 9, 2006 Report Share Posted August 9, 2006 Info from anyone is a help. Didn't mean to leave anyone out, just Curley and Porkchop had answered my earlier questions. BTW, how long does it take for Dennis to get in touch. I have called and e-mailed him with no response. I have never had this hard of a time in trying to give someone money. He is on vacation at the moment (coming to the US). I am sure he will check into his voice mail or email soon. -=Jasen=- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper Posted August 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2006 Dennis has called (left me a message) and I am awaiting his call back. Just wanted everyone to know, since my prior post seemed to indicated he was not getting in touch with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curly Posted August 10, 2006 Report Share Posted August 10, 2006 Thanks for the report. We've mostly experienced his prompt replies so we weren't really worried Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
