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This looks like an exact copy of the Cookshack Smokette, which I have been using for the past 15 years.  It is a very good smoker and has served me well for a long time.  If is it built to the same specs, I highly recommend it.
 
Hi... Well, I received my brand new Smokin-it smoker (No. 2 w/stand). I am new to smoking, so this will be fun. I ordered my smoker on cyber Monday and received it on December 4--well packaged and with the exception of screwing together the stand--the smoker itself was ready to use. It is well constructed (see pic).


While I waited for the smoker to arrive I went on a hunt for some reasonably priced hardwood here in AZ (thanks craigslist). This adventure was a lot more fun than buying a Bag-o-Wood at some big box super store. Again, I like supporting local businesses. I found a family owned wood-cutting business close by that had everything I needed with the exception of hickory (apple, oak, cherry, and mesquite [indigenous to AZ, so plentiful here] but Smokin-it included samples of hickory in the package, so I'm all set on wood.

So today I loaded the smoker with three racks of St. Louis ribs. I used a mix of wood as an experiment--combo of oak, hickory and a small chunk of mesquite. I used "Jeff's Naked Rib Rub Recipe", of course. Soooooo, we will see how it all turns out. The smoker unit appears to be working beautifully.

So far I am thrilled with the Smokin-it smoker--love the stand with side tables and storage. The quality of the product and Smokin-it's customer service is great. We checked other smokers at Lowe's and other stores, but found the metal thin and cheaply put together. I like buying American made and Smokin-it fit the bill.

Can't wait to photograph the ribs when done in about 5 hours :)
 
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So how did those ribs turn out, Just got my model 2 a few days ago did a 9 lb. trimmed brisket, turned out great, really & I have eaten lots of brisket, doing first ribs tomorrow, just curious how yours turned out.
 
Hi, Guys... The ribs turned out FANTASTIC!

Dubyque: glad to know you have a No. 2 as well. Best of luck with smoking your ribs. I am sure they will turn out great.

Here's a pic of our pile of ribs... I also made a batch of "Jeff's BBQ Sauce" to go with the ribs which just put these ribs OVER THE TOP!!!! Great sauce recipe--thanks, Jeff! :)
We stuffed ourselves last night. We'll have some left overs for today!!! YUM! Next, I'll try a brisket or maybe a chicken or two :)
 
Good looking ribs. The sweet smell of success. I take it you're pleased with the smoker!
 
I agree, I've had a Cookshack and now have a Smokin-It...both are great, but I like the Smokin-It better. You can't go wrong with either one.
 
 
It is SOOOOOO refreshing to hear stuff about other brands THAT ARE NOT Masterbuilt!!!!! It seems that they rate from walking on water or they sink (mostly sink, it seems).

I have a Great Outdoors propane unit like Jeff''s with a Big Daddy cold smoke generator attached plus a Brinkman Gourmet electric.

My next electric will definitely be a Smokin-It 2 around Christmas time. It seems to be the ONLY sub $500 unit that does not have any negative comments that I have seen (or not seen).

Oh, by the way, not to detract from hookedonbbq  and his AZ wood source, but I have one in Colorado that has an amazing selection of wood chunks. He specializes in chunks and actually sells a lot for competitions. Shipping is free for 10 and 15 pound boxes anywhere in continental US plus Hawaii and Alaska. He cuts the wood on order from so it doesn't dry out and stores the logs indoors.

The selection is : peach, apple, cherry, apricot, grape, pear plum, hickory, pecan, almond, maple, mesquite, hickory, red oak, white oak, mountain mahogany and alder.

I find that pecan and peach are excellent as they are mild and hard to oversmoke unless you really try. I pass out samples to neighbors and coworkers and these to get the best comments.

No, I am not part owner of this business and do not get a commision. I just want to pass an EXCELLENT wood source on to my smokin' buds.
 
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It is SOOOOOO refreshing to hear stuff about other brands THAT ARE NOT Masterbuilt!!!!! It seems that they rate from walking on water or they sink (mostly sink, it seems).

I have a Great Outdoors propane unit like Jeff''s with a Big Daddy cold smoke generator attached plus a Brinkman Gourmet electric.

My next electric will definitely be a Smokin-It 2 around Christmas time. It seems to be the ONLY sub $500 unit that does not have any negative comments that I have seen (or not seen).

Oh, by the way, not to detract from hookedonbbq  and his AZ wood source, but I have one in Colorado that has an amazing selection of wood chunks. He specializes in chunks and actually sells a lot for competitions. Shipping is free for 10 and 15 pound boxes anywhere in continental US plus Hawaii and Alaska. He cuts the wood on order from so it doesn't dry out and stores the logs indoors.

The selection is : peach, apple, cherry, apricot, grape, pear plum, hickory, pecan, almond, maple, mesquite, hickory, red oak, white oak, mountain mahogany and alder.

I find that pecan and peach are excellent as they are mild and hard to oversmoke unless you really try. I pass out samples to neighbors and coworkers and these to get the best comments.

No, I am not part owner of this business and do not get a commision. I just want to pass an EXCELLENT wood source on to my smokin' buds.
Interesting about the wood supply...got a link?? Had to chuckle over your Mes comments....the new gen Mes 40 is $450 at Cabelas. Yowzer!! couldn't see spending that much on a Mes so ordered the #3 from Smokin It...waiting on delivery now.
 
Just Smoked about 6 lb. of chicken wings (tips removed) on my Smokin-It model 2, dissolved 1/3 cup kosher salt in 2 quarts warm filtered water added about 3 cups ice to cool to room temp. put chicken and brine in 2 1/2 gal. freezer bag, put in fridge 24 hours. seasoned with black & red pepper, let sit in fridge. 4 hours, set smoker @ 235 deg. cooked 3.25 hours, only used maybe 1/2 to 1 oz. mesquite wood, BEST SMOKED WINGS I ever had, had 7 guest over every one loved the wings, very tender, very moist without being wet, being a Texas boy I usually like BBQ sauce on most smoked meats, these wings were so good I would not think of putting anything on them. Got to love my set It & Forget Smokin-It model 2
 
I got a smokin-it #2 right after christmas. So far I've smoked 2 pork shoulders, a brisket, numerous racks of ribs, a chicken, sausage, and bacon. I love the thing, hold temps well, uses very little wood, and creates exceptional smoked meats. Customer Service is great! I've been pleased with everything about the smoker.
 
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