Normally I only like to do reviews on grills I feel good about. However, I will now be commenting on the good, the bad, and the ugly. So to start off this new trend we have the review of that Landmann 520262 Barrel-Style BBQ Grill. This grill is some piece of work. Not sure what the manufacturer intent was. Maybe to make a more affordable barrel style grill. It didn't work! Well I guess it is affordable in some sense of the word.
The real truth is that this grill is not well made at all. The grill that I had a look at was a victim of some poor craftsmanship. There were welds missing in places and the lid did not fit snug with the bottom. The sheet metal is very thin and and the grill as a whole was not very sturdy. There is a drawer for removing ashes and adding charcoal to the grill but it is flimsy and not very easy to use. The grill grates are chrome plated and that is biggest no-no when it comes to grills. Cast iron is always the way to go!
The reason that the parts didn't fit well is a result of the horrible packaging it was shipped in. I think some of the pieces might have actually been bent. The good feature at all is the large cooking area for a cheap price.
My overall assessment for this grill is leave it at the store. In my opinion, you will be disappointed in all the money you saved on this grill.
Specs and features:
- 339 sq. inches of cooking area, grates are chrome-plated to resist warping; heat-resistant powder-coat finish
- Access drawer allows users to add charcoal and dump ashes ; storage and warming racks included
- Adjustable vents and wheels for ease of movement; you must assemble.
- 1 yr. limited warranty.
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