April 27, 2008
Electric Charcoal Starter Means No More Lighter Fluid
If you're looking for birthday presents or Father's Day gifts, an electric charcoal starter could be great for that BBQ-junkie in the family.
Hammacher Schlemmer's "60 Second Electric Charcoal Starter" ignites the briquettes without the need for lighter fluid. That's a plus in my book, since it always seems dubious dumping some flammable liquid onto the same coals that will be sending smoke up onto my meat.
"Similar to the heat-focusing technology used in paint-stripping hot-air guns, the charcoal starter emits hot air at 1,290° F, providing a constant, precise flow of heat from the tip of the unit."
Since this is an electric charcoal starter, you do need to have access to an outlet. To use it, you plug the device in, place the metal tip in the charcoal, and hold down the button. It sounds almost as easy as pressing the igniter on a gas grill.
If you've got an outdoor fireplace (or an indoor one for that matter), you can also use the starter to get the wood going.
Price: $79.95
60 Second Electric Charcoal Starter
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