Reddit reviews Masterbuilt 20060516 Vertical Charcoal Smoker
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Two chrome-coated cooking grates - smoke50 lbs. of food!Porcelain-coated charcoal pan and water bowlDual-door design and grease cup for easy clean-upBuilt-in-door gauge provides an accuratetemperature readingSide air dampers
That makes a lot of sense with the sand for the briquettes. I agree that six hours is short but I have a very basic beginner smoker with very thin walls. I am hoping to get the 18in WSM within the next few months. Also the basket/tray that holds the charcoal is really small and on longer cooks I have to dispose of ash before adding more fuel. The basket probably holds about a chimney and a half of lump or briquettes. Small enough to be constantly irritating.
This is the crap smoker I am dealing with now.. https://www.amazon.com/Masterbuilt-20060516-Vertical-Charcoal-Smoker/dp/B01FJVSW7M
If you're a beginner, then I recommend you get something like this or like his if you want the propane kind. DO NOT GET ELECTRIC.
After that, it's just all about meat temp, so make sure you get yourself a good portable meat thermometer. I recommend this guy. It'll give you the most bang for your buck.
After that, it's all about temperature, getting that brisket up to the right temp can take anywhere from 8-12 hours, depending on the cut. You can good recipes for rub and methods, but IMO, they'll always come out great, provided you get it to the right temp and slice it properly.
I'm going to let you in on a little secret, smoking meat is something that looks incredibly complicated, but is in fact pretty damn easy. And it's an easy way to impress friends and family.
Other things you'll likely eventually want, but can get away without are some pit gloves a good long knife and a huge cutting board, if you don't have one.