The Weber Performer Charcoal Grill is one of Weber’s most popular grills. The people who have purchased this Weber grill really love this grilling machine. If you are considering buying any of the new Webber BBQ grills, hopefully this review will answer some of your questions. Following are some of the features that make this Weber Performer charcoal grill so popular.
Weber Performer Charcoal Grill : Touch and Go Propane Ignition
The Weber Performer charcoal grill with the touch and go propane ignition lets you have everything you love about a charcoal BBQ grill with the added convenience of using propane gas to get the charcoal going without having to use lighter fluids. Many serious lovers of charcoal grills hate the aftertaste that sometimes accompanies the use of lighter fluids. The touch and go ignition system allows you to light your charcoal with the push of a button. I know some of you will miss the excitement of throwing a match on the charcoal that has been soaked with lighter fluid and seeing the flames leap high, but trust me this system is much easier and much safer. I don’t need to remind you that most of the injuries happen when grillers get burned during this process. For those of you who like to use your Weber Performer charcoal grill all year long, this feature is really handy on cold or windy days when it can be difficult to get your fire started the traditional way. It also helps get the charcoals to the desired temperatures faster and the heat more evenly distributed.
Construction of the Weber Performer Charcoal Grill
When you get hold of the Weber Performer charcoal grill you know it is a well made piece of grilling machine. I know you want a barbeque grill that will last you many years, this grill will be there for you. The classic kettle shaped grill has a porcelain enameled bowl and lid which will make it rust resistant, rust being one of the main “killers” of BBQ grills. One happy customer says his Weber Performer charcoal grill looks nearly as good as the day he purchased it after two years of use. It is easy to assemble and comes with easily understood instructions. Out of 218 customer reviews on Amazon, 189 happy customers gave it the highest five star rating. That shows both the popularity of the grill and how pleased most of the customers are with the Weber Performer charcoal grill. The hinged cooking grates are constructed of heavy duty plated steel. Many of the customers who bought this grill had owned other Weber grills in the past, and it was just a matter of deciding which Weber grill they wanted. I will not bore you with details about how all of the parts are constructed, but you will be pleased with how well this entire unit is built. If you take care of it, you can expect many years of happy grilling with your Weber Performer charcoal grill. Here is a video review that will give you a preview of what you can expect from your Weber Performer charcoal grill.
Other Customer Favorites of the Weber Performer Charcoal Grill
This Weber Performer charcoal grill is made in the USA. This might not be important to some, but for others this might be one of the main reasons they want a Weber BBQ grill. The Weber Performer charcoal grill is a nice looking grill. Who doesn’t want an attractive grill, with all other factors being equal. I talked about how easy it was to start with the Touch and Go propane system, how easy is the clean up when you are finished. Us guys like the grilling part, but most of us hate the cleanup. Weber has helped us here also with the One Touch stainless steel cleaning system. You just slide a leaver and the ashes are dumped into the black ash catcher which is made of aluminum. It slides out for easy disposal of the left over ashes. There is a dual purpose thermometer that gives you an accurate temperature reading inside the grill and then can be removed and inserted into meat to get internal meat temperatures. The dual purpose thermometer may not be available on all models. There is a handy work surface made out of Thermoset ( a plastic like substance), which is easily cleaned and stands up to mother nature. The work surface is large enough for most needs. You really need a work surface or you will have to have a flat surface nearby to hold the meat etc. or you will find you don’t have enough hands. It has wheels which enable you to move it around and the front wheels have a locking mechanism which keeps it from moving during use.
There are two charcoal briquette holders which you use when getting the charcoal lit and then you can pour them out or use them to be able to have an area for direct grilling and another area for indirect cooking. Each holder is a half circle, so when placed together they take up about half of the grilling area. These take a little getting used to, but then most customers really liked them. There is also a charcoal storage that will hold about twenty pounds of charcoal and since it is underneath, the charcoal stays dry and ready top use. You will find a three tool holders molded into the unit which holds the most commonly used tools. The grills themselves are hinged so you can easily add charcoal or wood to the grill during use without having to remove the whole grill. Weber has a Tuck-Away lid holder which allows you to move the lid to the side where it will be out of your way while you turn your meat. You don’t have to find a place to put the lid when you have to move the meat, or veggies around. This comment from a happy Weber 22.5 inch Performer charcoal grill sums it up better than I can, “I am an admitted Weberholic. I don’t think that they make a grill that is less than excellent, and I cannot imagine any feature that a charcoal griller would want on a grill that this unit lacks.”
Favorite Accessories for the Weber Performer Charcoal Grill
I am going to tell you some of the favorite Weber grill accessories that will enhance your grilling experience with your new Weber Performer charcoal grill. The Weber Premium Cover designed to fit your Weber Performer BBQ grill is a popular choice, especially if your grill is going to be subjected to the elements. It will help keep it looking like new for years to come. Before I forget the Weber Performer charcoal grill does not come with the propane canister that is needed for the starter system. Amazon does not offer this accessory, probably because of shipping regulations. So obviously this is a necessary accessory to be able to use the starter system. Two other popular Weber grill accessories are the Weber Professional Grade Grill Pan and the Weber Professional Grade Vegetable Basket. Both of these have become more popular recently with more and more people trying to eat healthier. These are excellent for grilling fish, vegetables, and other delicate foods. All of you meat lovers don’t throw things at me and say I am not being true to the true use of a premium BBQ grill. Some other accessories are three piece tool sets and various brushes used to keep your Weber Performer charcoal grill clean. One group of accessories that I like that are often overlooked are three pound packages of Weber wood chips from various trees to give that special added touch of flavor. There are many more Weber Performer charcoal grill accessories, but these are the most popular ones.
So I hope I have given you enough information to help you make an informed buying decision. Rest assured that with so many satisfied customers, you will not be disappointed with this fantastic grill. You can go here to purchase the Weber Performer Charcoal Grill or find out what other customers had to say about this grill.