New Braunfels Vertical Smoker

[rabbithutch]

Anyone ever use one of these . . .

new braunsfels smoker 1.jpg

• rabbithutch
• Aug 3, 2013

. . . and what can you tell me about this unit?

There's one on CL near me for $300. Is it worth that (if in reasonable condition)?

 

[themule69]

I don't know anything about it.

David

 

[vaquero01]

 It's a New Braunfels Bandera...they run about $600 new. I have a an earlier version of one and like it well. NB was purchased some time back and they are a bit thinner now and you will want to gasket the doors for better temp control. If it's in good shape, an offer of $250 would seem like a decent enough deal.

 

[buttburner]

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=42718

those are legendary

go here to read all about them

 

[bvbull200]

I realize I'm a bit late on this thread, but I came across it while searching for other Bandera owners.  In the event that anyone else sees it, I figured I'd throw in my two cents.

I bought one recently and have been restoring/modifying it.  I see them pop up on Craigslist from time to time but usually well less than $300.  I lucked out and got mine for $75, but have seen one for $200 and one for $120.  Given the following that they have, I have to believe it will do a good job when mine is ready, but I don't have any cooking experience on it yet.

Here is my intro thread with some of the details:

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/...ing-bandera-d-fw-tx-lots-of-pics#post_1043412

 

[Hippy Hay]

One of the Best finds for Me was the New Braunfels Bandera. Made in Texas. Char-broil has bought New Braunfels and now hooked up with Oaklahoma Joe's and have a Bandera. From what I understand, they look similar but No comparison. I wouldn't give up My Bandera for Nothing! Mine is in Very good shape and is All Original! Even the temp gauge is Original. I Highly recommend the Texas made New Braunfels Bandera to Anyone that can find one.

 

[drachenfire81]

A little late here, but can anyone give me the internal dimensions for it?