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Glock_21

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Model 3.5
« on: January 30, 2017, 01:28:42 PM »
I saw a Facebook post about a new Model 3.5.

It's supposed to bridge the gap between the 3 and 4.

Tony, how long has this one been on your patio? ;)
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #1 on: January 30, 2017, 07:40:55 PM »
In August of last year, this was posted on the main site. Besides the 3.5 look for a model 5 in the future.
http://www.smokin-it.com/Articles.asp?ID=250
« Last Edit: January 30, 2017, 08:19:35 PM by old sarge »
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #2 on: January 31, 2017, 11:40:17 AM »
Its on the web site to buy now.   $$$$   BIG
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #3 on: January 31, 2017, 12:16:29 PM »
I am sure that is going to appeal to a lot of folks.
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #4 on: January 31, 2017, 01:17:48 PM »
Very interesting. Lots of money, though. If I am going to spend that much, I think I'd just go with the 4D.

But, I can see where this one will appeal to a large enough audience to make it a decent seller.
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #5 on: January 31, 2017, 04:59:27 PM »
Someone needs to mention to the webmaster that the 3.5D description is incorrectly the same as the 3D...
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #6 on: January 31, 2017, 05:35:16 PM »
The description looks significantly different to me unless I am missing something:
Smoker model #3.5D has the capacity to hold 60 pounds;A triple latch door system; 1300-watt heating element with LED indicator light, 11 amps 120-volt single phase
Inside dimensions are 15" W x 22" D x 28" H;Outside dimensions are 17" W x 28" D x 33"H

Smoker model #3D has the capacity to hold 45 pounds;A double latch door system; 1200-watt heating element with LED indicator light, 10 amps 120-volt single phase
Inside dimensions are 15" W x 22" D x 20" H;Outside dimensions are 17" W x 28" D x 25" H
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #7 on: January 31, 2017, 07:12:53 PM »
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #8 on: January 31, 2017, 08:03:25 PM »
I read the same stats as Larry. Its the 42 pounds of meat. The dimensions appear to be correct but for an average viewer it would be confusing.
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #9 on: January 31, 2017, 08:03:43 PM »
Might require some explanation on how one could buy a whole additional 3 for the price of the extra .5.
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #10 on: January 31, 2017, 08:55:48 PM »
Call me brain dead. Missed that.  I went straight to the details.
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #11 on: January 31, 2017, 09:22:51 PM »
And you cant put on a cart as per the site.   Good point on almost double price for analog vs digital 3.5
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #12 on: January 31, 2017, 10:04:00 PM »
Sorry about the confusion on the short description.  I fixed the issue now.  Also since the casters and posts are different than the rest of the models, it won't fit on the Smokin-It carts and stands.

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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #13 on: February 01, 2017, 11:06:26 AM »
Thanks Ben.
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Re: Model 3.5
« Reply #14 on: February 01, 2017, 07:35:50 PM »
Might require some explanation on how one could buy a whole additional 3 for the price of the extra .5.

This is a great point.

I am not sure I would be willing to pay an extra $465 over a #3D for just 8" more of height, when for $1,065 more than a #3D I could have almost 4" more of width and 15" more of height with a #4D.

Some more stats:

VOLUME
#3D - 6,600
#3.5D - 9,240
#4D - 14,341

STEEL - I don't know a whole lot about the different grades of steel, but noticed this as a difference
#3D & #3.5D - 18 gauge, 201 stainless steel
#4D - 18 gauge, 304 stainless steel

I am guessing that there are going to be some people who this size is just perfect for. But, I do agree that it seems like a pretty steep price increase over the #3D and even more when you compare against the analog #3 at $534.99.

Regardless it is great to see Steve pushing the envelope and bringing new products to the market.
Gregg - Fargo, ND
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