My new stuffer.

[Steve H]

Well, I decided to purchase a different stuffer since the one I have was not very efficient. I settled on this one because the design seems to be much better then the one I have. The stuffer came yesterday. It is much larger then was expected. It weighs 24 pounds. And it isn't going to fit in my storage area! The quality is pretty good considering the price point. Sub 100.00 The reviews were all good from what was found. The unit breaks down for cleaning. You will need pliers to remove the e-clip the holds the vent plug. I will need to see that there are replacement gaskets. I'm sure there are. So, on to the details.

• LFGB, SGS approved
• Manual 2 speeds (slow / fast) for quick release and easy refilling
• Air Release Valve to reduce air from flowing into casings and meat bags
• 4 stuffing horns in different size to satisfy your needs
• Quick removable Barrel design for easy cleaning
• 90 degrees tiltable barrel design for easy refilling
• 304 stainless steel body will not rust, unlike others with iron base
• Food grade aluminum piston with O-Ring Seal to keep product from leaking up above the piston
• Used widely in kitchens, restaurants and many food processing places
• Reversible Cylinder (can be made both right or left hand use)
• Cylinder thickness: 0.047", much thicker than other 0.032" cylinder. It ensures longer lifespan, fully complied with hygienic standard
• Body thickness: 0.08", much stronger than other 0.04" body construction. It ensures longer lifespan and durable use.
• Funnels Size: 2/3, 3/4, 1-1/4, 1-1/2 inch

This weekend I plan on using it for a small batch of bratwurst from a recipe that sounds interesting. I'll add my comments on that when I do.

 

[fullborebbq]

Hard to tell from the pics but it look like you have the seal on upside-down. The open edge should be down or the meat will try to push up past it.

 

[Steve H]

The seal was already installed. But I'll check it out. Thanks.

 

[Steve H]

And you were dead on correct! Thanks for the sharp eye. And it has been corrected.

 

[SmokinAl]

Looks like a quality stuffer.
Be interested to see how well you like it.
Al

 

[sweetride95]

Can't wait to hear a review. I'm currently looking at getting into some sausage. A stuffer is definitely in my future.

 

[pc farmer]

Looks good but you are still gonna have wasted meat in the elbow with it coming off the bottom like that.

 

[chopsaw]

Looks good but you are still gonna have wasted meat in the elbow with it coming off the bottom like that.

That , and those put the tube high above the counter . Not bad for summer sausage , but fresh sausage might take 2 people .

 

[Steve H]

Looks good but you are still gonna have wasted meat in the elbow with it coming off the bottom like that.

Not near as much as my old stuffer though. We'll see.

 

[Steve H]

Got a early start this morning. Got the pork and veal ground. Added spices and stuffed. The stuffer worked like a charm. I did put a pan on top of a baking dish to get a better height to the tube. There was about 4 to 6 oz of meat that was left in the stuffer between the elbow and tube. The plunger is convex so there was very little left in the cylinder. Clean up was also easy. The stuffer broke down quickly and easily. I didn't use the high speed gear, just low speed and it was easy to control the amount of meat going into the casing. The longer SS tubes are a blessing over the plastic ones on the other one I have.
Recipe:
Meats Metric US
pork 700 g 1.54 lbs.
veal 300 g 0.66 lbs.
Ingredients per 1000g (1 kg) of meat
salt 18 g 1 Tbs.
white pepper 3.0 g 1½ tsp.
marjoram, dry 1.0 g 1 tsp.
caraway 1.0 g ½ tsp.
nutmeg 1.0 g ½ tsp.
ginger, ground 0.5 g ⅓ tsp.
cold water 100 g (100 ml) ⅜ cup
Instructions

1. Grind meat through 3/16” plate (3 mm)
2. Mix meats and all ingredients together.
3. Stuff into 32-36 mm hog casings forming 4” (10 cm) links.
4. Keep in a refrigerator or freeze for later use.

While working in the kitchen I set up one of my cameras. And watched some birds at the feeder.

After I got everything cleaned up I made a patty from the left over. My wife, who is German. Said the taste was right for the region she came from in Germany, Hessen. Either today or tomorrow I'll be grilling them. Then make Curry wurst.

In conclusion. I'm pleased with the stuffer. For 89.00 delivered price the stuffer is built very well.
Pros:
Price
Build quality.
Ease of use.
Ease of cleaning.
Replacement gaskets can be found on line.

Cons:
As mentioned from others. The height between the tube and table could be a problem with sausage if you don't put your cutting board or pan on top of a baking dish to get the height better. No real issue. And I wouldn't call it a deal breaker.
The size of this thing caught me off guard.
There is a small amount of meat left in the elbow and tube. For me this wasn't issue. And the only time this would be a issue is when you're making snack sticks or something else that can't be hand stuffed.
Have a great day!

 

[chopsaw]

Nice job Steve . Looks like it worked well . Points for using veal . You're good with building things . Get a lazy Susan swivel . Make the base tall enough to reach the tube . Use a pizza pan or round cutting board to receive the sausage . Spins in a circle while you stuff .
All looks great , nice work as always .
https://www.lowes.com/pd/richelieu-...4rGGW1_dmK2E4RyeoYXnFftpjp98nL5RoCJ48QAvD_BwE

 

[Steve H]

Nice job Steve . Looks like it worked well . Points for using veal . You're good with building things . Get a lazy Susan swivel . Make the base tall enough to reach the tube . Use a pizza pan or round cutting board to receive the sausage . Spins in a circle while you stuff .
All looks great , nice work as always .
https://www.lowes.com/pd/richelieu-...4rGGW1_dmK2E4RyeoYXnFftpjp98nL5RoCJ48QAvD_BwE

Thanks for the like! I was going to make a shelf to attach to the stuffer. But I didn't think about the lazy Susan swivel. Great idea. And one I'm going to do. Thanks for the idea. And I'll post the progress as I go.

 

[GaryHibbert]

Sounds like you got a good stuffer, Steve. Maybe I'm missing it, but what brand is it and where did you get it?
Gary

 

[Steve H]

Sounds like you got a good stuffer, Steve. Maybe I'm missing it, but what brand is it and where did you get it?
Gary

I will send you a PM. I'm not sure if links are allowed.

 

[Steve H]

Nice job Steve . Looks like it worked well . Points for using veal . You're good with building things . Get a lazy Susan swivel . Make the base tall enough to reach the tube . Use a pizza pan or round cutting board to receive the sausage . Spins in a circle while you stuff .
All looks great , nice work as always .
https://www.lowes.com/pd/richelieu-...4rGGW1_dmK2E4RyeoYXnFftpjp98nL5RoCJ48QAvD_BwE

I ordered the swivel you showed me. A 12" diameter birch round for the base, a 24" pine top, and the butcher block conditioner. Once that is built. I'll adjust the height with legs of some sort.

 

[Winterrider]

I used the lazy Susan swivel. Just cut circle out of 1/2" plywood , sanded down, sprayed with plastic dip spray paint, and then clearcoat. Rubber pads on bottom so doesn't slide on counter.

 

[fullborebbq]

You can treat the plywood with mineral oil to condition it.

I have a stuffer that looks Identical but is an 11lb model. I love it for sausage stuffing. NOT crazy about it for snack sticks! I use my Gander mountain 5 lb stuffer for snack sticks. The big unit requires a scary amount of pressure to push snack sticks compared to regular sausage. I might just need to add more water to the mix to use it, but the 5 lb stuffer works like a champ for the snack sticks. Just got done doing 100 lbs of sticks.

 

[Steve H]

You can treat the plywood with mineral oil to condition it.

I have a stuffer that looks Identical but is an 11lb model. I love it for sausage stuffing. NOT crazy about it for snack sticks! I use my Gander mountain 5 lb stuffer for snack sticks. The big unit requires a scary amount of pressure to push snack sticks compared to regular sausage. I might just need to add more water to the mix to use it, but the 5 lb stuffer works like a champ for the snack sticks. Just got done doing 100 lbs of sticks.

100 lbs? That's a lot of sticks!!

 

[fullborebbq]

100 lbs? That's a lot of sticks!!

About 600 at 21mm x 7 1/2"!!!! I can't make enough.....

 

[Steve H]

About 600 at 21mm x 7 1/2"!!!! I can't make enough.....

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Nice set up. I didn't realize you had a business.