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HomeGrills / SmokersBrinkmannMasterbuilt M7P 7-in-1 Smoker and Grill with Pan and Basket Set |
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55 of 55 found the following review helpful:
 Smokin Smoker Mar 13, 2010
By Porkee Peeg
I went to various retail outlets to inspect Webers, Brinkman and the Masterbuilt. I ended up buying the Masterbuilt M7P. I also was not interested in refrigerator size smoker either. An 18.5 inch grill diameter suites me fine.
Here's why:
1. Brinkman - Single not multi-tiered. Harder to work in lower chamber unless you're very tall. Priced over (...)
2. Weber - Way over priced, period. Only had charcoal option not duel; charcoal and/or propane. Height to low.
3. Shop the inet. You can find an M7P for under (...).
I can control the heat better with propane rather than charcoal as I like a cooler smoke under 125 degrees. I bought the M7P strictly for smoking as I have a gas BBQ grill. The M7P water pan could be used as a drip bowl if you do.
Kit included an aluminum pot and mesh basket, I suppose for crab/lobster boils.
Masterbuilt M7P
Pros:
* Xlnt packaging as every square inch was utilized. Amazed how small a box the M7P arrived in. No waste. Go green.
* Nice finish. Over time we'll see if the shine holds. Wish it came in a primer (dull) black instead.
* Every piece was wrapped well.
* All nuts, bolts, and screws plainly labeled.
* Easy to follow assembly instructions.
* Smokes extremely well. I use the water pan as a heat blocker to cool the smoke down.
* King salmon, beef brisket and pork butt come out lip smackin' to die for dee-lishous.
* Breaks down easily so multi-usage becomes a reality. Just lift the sections up and away. That's it.
* Handles remain cool after 5 hours of smoking. BIG thumbs up!
* NO smoke leakage, it all inside the unit.
Cons:
* Looking for a another burner. The flame range is medium to high. When set low it tends to choke. By this I mean you hear a whooshing/roaring sound as the flame turns from blue/green to yellow/orange. By low I mean the flame is licking the chamber bottom 8" away, yet I cannot maintain a blue/green flame.
* Have to make adjustments to the top lid air/smoke vent so it closes completely.
**Note: When installing the burn unit note the positions of the legs. One leg is at the back while two are in front. Mount the unit so the propane hose faces the correct direction - right or left - as it's not long enough to reach around if mounted incorrectly. If U goof, it's a simple four screw removal to remount the unit...a 2 minute job.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Excellent, but a couple of nits Apr 19, 2011
By C. Turner
I've used smokers for 30+ years--probably 8 of them. Charcoal, electric, pellet, and now propane. Priorities for me are ease of use, smoking quality, product design and execution, and value for the price.
The M7P scores high on all of these criteria, except for a couple of minor shortcomings.
Good News:
Super good packing, easy assembly.
Good construction, bearing in mind you're not getting heavy steel body and porcelain grids at this price.
Easy to use (but see the not-so-good news below).
Excellent range of temperatures.
Can cook with charcoal or gas.
If using charcoal, can start it with gas (BIG convenience!)
Extras (fryer/steamer pan with basket)
Not-So-Good News:
Can't add water through front access (but you won't need to on must smoking jobs).
No igniter (but using a 99-cent butane stick lighter is easy).
Burner control is on the regulator at the propane tank end of the hose -- an inconvenience.
Masterbuilt cover not available -- have to get an aftermarket one.
Summary: Great value and versatility for the price. Pleases this seasoned veteran :-)
11 of 12 found the following review helpful:
 OK quality - easy assembly Aug 23, 2010
By Michael Auslander
This is an OK unit for the price. Don't expect a heavy duty unit.
One BIG learning -
If you turn on the propane to quickly it triggers something in the pressure regulator and it will severely limit the heat. You will not be able to get it to the right temperature.
I saw this fix online and it worked like a champ:
1. Shut off gas at propane tank
2. Open the pressure regulator all the way.
3. Disconnect the hose from the propane tank.
4. Reconnect to propane tank - leave the pressure regulator wide open.
5. SLOWLY turn on the propane tank while lighting the burner.
Once you do this you can completely adjust the flame.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
They stand by their product Aug 10, 2011
By HDRider
I had one Brinkman charcoal smoker and two Brinkman electric smokers before I bought this Masterbuilt smoker. The heating element kept going bad on the electrics and charcoal is just too much work.
I got the Masterbuilt and my first couple of smokes were too hot. I could not lower the temperature enough to smoke properly, cooking too hot.
I called Masterbuilt's customer service. Wow. Lady said right off, "Your regulator is bad.". She sent me a new one, got it in about 5 days. Changed it out and this thing is smokin' and I am smilin'.
The build quality is good. I wish it was made in the US, but not much choice if you apply that criteria.
I like this smoker. I like gas better than electric.
I would recommend Masterbuilt.
6 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Burner sensitive to wind May 26, 2010
By Wiley
"Frequent Flier"
Mild gusts of wind will blow out the burner so you have to constantly have to monitor it while smoking on anything other than a calm day. My first try at smoked trout turned out very good however.
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