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syn217

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Jan 11, 2013
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I am thinking about buying an electric smoker. I have never had a smoker of any kind and was curious as to what would be a good one to start with. I was looking at a Masterbuilt 40 Smoker at Gander Mountain. I don't mind spending about $400-500 for my first unit but I would not want to pay more than that. Is Masterbuilt a good unit to start with? Can anyone suggest other units to consider?

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to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 40,000 members and over 800,000 posts so you should be able to find almost anything you want to know. Remember the search bar at the top can be your best friend for finding answers fast!

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to SMF!  We are glad to have you here with us!  There are so many types of smokers out there, almost to many to mention in one day!
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In the forums there are areas about each one.  I would ask the folks there what they like about a type and what they don't like.  Do some research so you can find the one that fits you and your family.

Here is a link to get you in that direction!  Hope it helps!  If you have any questions...ask!  We will be glad to help out!

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/f/92/smoking-supplies-equipment

Kat
 
I like my MES, but I'd rather smoke with charcoal and wood chunks. There's just something about playing with fire. If you got 500 to play with, get yourself a cheaper MES (30") and a Weber kettle, there you'll have the best of both worlds. You can almost do anything there is with just those 2 units.
 
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