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Yeah, both the electrician and the gasfitter will need to modify their recent work. I blame myself for that though, not enough research.

Pass the Luxardo jar please...incredibly, I can still see it across the table.

I'll be needing to move it a few feet over cardboard covered hardwood floors (recently refinished) then 5 feet of Armstrong Exelon. For the $20 rental fee, and probably needing to pull and put it in at least once to get the leveling correct that AirSled looks like a better idea. That and not trying to explain floor scratches to my wife. But thanks for the recommendation. BTW, the electric company showed up 30 hours after the incident. Went as far as saying the problem was internal to my home. When I challenged that assumption, asking how power could spike within a home without an external cause he backed down. This looks like a long ride.

We've had a lot of tree damage, power outages up here in the MA area over the past couple of days. At 11:00 this morning I had a box fan running on low, a LED shop light plugged in and on, and 2 refrigerators active, one that is a recent purchase 24" Bosch. The fan started running on high speed, sounding higher than it's usual high speed for about 30 seconds. Then died, acrid smell around. Same type of smell from the Bosch refrigerator. LED shoplight is now inoperable. No other appliances other than a modem, a router, and an Ikea gateway hub. Got a call into NationalGrid at 11:10, they're sending someone out. No outage, just a surge. And on it goes.

Ahhh....I see. You'd rather store bought than home grown? I may know a guy, that may know a guy, that has an uncle who has an aunt. Or an aunt that has an uncle. I always get that mixed up. https://www.cultivatemass.com Google says about 12 minutes. There are closer places, but I've been told this is the better choice. My daughter prefers this one. What a strange twist this thread has taken.

Well, yes I am. But I don't frequent it. What exactly are you asking?

A true friend.... Cannabis store? I've no need for one, gave that stuff up 47 years ago. Had a good 5 year run though, good times. Back when a nickel bag was $5, a lid was $15. My kids though, I think one of them keeps them in business.

That Symfonisk certainly isn't a high quality item, but it does the job for the purpose I have it in. I go between NPR and BBC Radio Scotland during the day and evening. When I purchased that cabinet a few days ago I stopped by the Scratch and Dent area of the New Haven Ikea, sitting there right in front was a (weird) black Symfonisk Lamp, usually $175, marked down to $99. With their return policy I couldn't resist. We'll see if I keep it. Good to know about the gauges. I may give the store a call to see if they're available. They've got the replacement black knobs on order for me, not sure how soon they'll arrive. Electrician and gas fitter have both been in touch. That's good. And I gave up the ductwork install. Got too hot up there by 2:00PM. Just another 4' and the vent cut in the sidewall to do. That's tomorrow morning. Quick question: did your range come with the broiler pan and accessories? Or is that a purchase item as standard? And a quick edit: Did a quick Google for "BlueStar Broiler Pan", the first hit was this: https://www.bluestarcooking.com/support/redeem-your-broiler-pan/ Looks like a freebie....

Come visit. You can share in my enjoyment of running the ductwork. It's actually not too bad right now up there. Once I installed the 90º bend I blasted the hood fan on high...it's starting to almost feel air conditioned up there. I'm hoping to have this completed by the end of the day, then just need to wait for the electrician to modify the location of the outlet. The range weighs in at about 275lbs stripped of all of the cast iron top pieces, racks, etc. I talked to my gas fitter about getting it installed, he told me I'd need 3 or 4 big guys. Then I found a rental place nearby that offers these, looks like fun. And here's the progress:

Having a hard time getting the gas fitter and the electrician to respond...not sure why. Both paid in full, no issues during the upgrades. But I did get the 7" vent hidden, looks OK, it'll be a very functional space. Cabinets are Ikea, had to modify what I just installed over the hood. A little more filler work is needed. Still too hot to get up in the attic to finish the vent out the side of the house, I can never seem to get started early enough in the morning while it's still a reasonable temperature up there. Maybe tomorrow morning.

I spent some time with the installer at the sales office, he gave me the skinny on the simmer adjustments, and a bunch of other info. I seriously can't say enough good things about the store. If you're in the New England area, look them up. If they're too far from you, call them and ask for recommendations.

The BlueStar is in the house. And it's absolutely f'n gorgeous. Of course, the recently installed outlet for it is in a bad place, will need to be moved. I've sent a message to the electrician (who I'm totally impressed with) that did much work to get this 50's house up to better standards. The gas feed is in the perfect area. I've alerted my guy (who I'm also totally impressed with) to be ready to do the final hookup and inspection when the electrical is completed. The appliance store, Brennan and MacKay in Milford NH, the sales and service are great. But they sent the wrong knobs...wanted black, they sent stainless. They've assured me that I'll have the black in short time. The knobs by the way weigh about a pound each. Now...some tips. On the pallet this monster is 375lbs. It's shipped attached to a pallet. Fit easily through my 32" door, with a lot of grunting. I pulled it into the house without unboxing. That was stupid. Had I unboxed I could have pulled off near 100lbs of weight prior. Cast pieces on the top, the oven racks. Would have made it a lot easier. Now the wait for the final install.

Pallet arrived intact, I'm told, on Friday the 24th. 7+ weeks from day of ordering. Oldest's wedding was yesterday. Store closed today. Tomorrow is out, and am working on Tuesday. So maybe Wednesday is pickup day. But I got the majority of the hood ductwork in place today. Will get that finished up in the morning.

Yeah, keep an eye out at the thrift stores. A few months ago I came into this beauty for a rediculously low price: https://forums.egullet.org/uploads/monthly_2020_03/front.jpg.a4392bc9cf2beb94a2c10a5d6bb2b1a8.jpg UK made Dualit.

Update: Stove was ordered on May 29th, paid in full. Received word today, Juy 14th, that the BlueStar mothership says it should ship from Pennsylvania this week. Good news, I guess. Might not be able to pick it up for some time though, a wedding is in the way.

Here's another. Prices are a bit high, but the quality of their products are excellent. https://www.arcadesnacks.com

A buck a week? You're saying I'm going to live for another 96 years? I hope that's not true....

I'll be sure to see that the installer adjusts the simmer. I'll be he. I'll be picking it up from the appliance dealer, transporting the range to the house, and overseeing the installation. Gas fitter will be there for the install, and hopefully the final city inspection will be scheduled at that time, signing off on it all. I'm looking forward to it all.

Gotta say, this was the reply that pushed me over the edge. Do I really need it? 22K? Nah. Would I like it? Hell, yeah. Full size sheet pan? Do I need it? Nah. Would I like it? Hell, yes. What pushed me over the edge to the RNB? There was a need for the government to throw money at us, my wife and I eventually got the check. I decided to push those $$$ to a local small business that sells BlueStars, something I've been coveting for some time. Paid for 1/2 the cost of the range. I win, and the small business wins. As for towels on fire, I've had fire extinguishers in my kitchen for years now. Have never had to use them. Damn it, bring it on! Thank you Paul. Many thanks.

Been a while. Tripped the hammer. A new 30" RNB is on it's way. Two 22K, one 15K, one 9K burner. Full size sheet pan size oven. Way too much money, but I got some concessions. Saved about 10%. Yay.

Thanks for all the responses. Some good questions here. Incinerating a cow? I might need a bigger hood over the range. How often do we wok? If we had the heat output we might a little bit more. I've been doing the majority of the renovations on the house myself. We've gone low cost in some areas with the expectation that we could put those savings into some upgrades. Lower cost: Ikea kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets (got creative there), bathroom sink. "Splurged" on some Ikea undercounted lighting, wifi enabled. Local builders store shower pan and surround, Did the plumbing modifications myself, with the exception of the gas line extension (safety). Haggled for best deals on the other appliances, did pretty well there. Lots of painting, interior renovations, etc. Possibilities of a large deck that'll hang off the back of the house, maybe 300sqft. All said lots of changes, but not so much money involved. That said, there are $$$ in the bucket for the range that I'd like to have in the house. It'll (hopefully) be my last one. If you've ever worked in a well equipped restaurant kitchen you'll understand that the power burners are the ones most used. Makes fast and easy work of cooking, with all of the adjustments you need. I'm thinking I could be happy with the base RCS, 15k burners. Going down the rabbit hole of mumkin's links it looks like with a little bit of chicanery and a couple of hundred dollars I could save eight hundred and have higher output. Still looking for input....I've not placed the order as yet. Thanks all.

Long time lurker here, have made a few posts also. Looking for info, but most of all guidance. I've been doing a remodel on a 1950's ranch here in the NorthEast. We've owned the house for almost 30 years, paid off in full, looking now to return to it and "retire". Doing most of the work myself, but just had the electrician in to update some wiring, especially the kitchen and bathroom. Recent visit from the plumber to extend the natural gas line to the kitchen. We've purchased most of the appliances already, mainly Bosch. 24" fridge, 24" stacking washer/dryer, 24" dishwasher. Higher end JennAir hood over the range. There'll only be two of us living there (one if I don't get this project done soon....). I've decided on BlueStar for the range. We'll need to stay in the 30" size. Their 2 offerings I've been contemplating are the Culinary series and the RNB. I'm former restaurant worker, and like the simplicity of the open burner and the lack of touch screen controls. Culinary = ~$4k RNB = ~$5k Biggest difference between the two are (Culinary) three 15,000BTU burners vs (RNB) two 15,000BTU burners and one 22,000BTU burner. Both models have the "precise simmer" burner. Does the one burner with extra BTUs = $1k? I'm leaning to the RNB...higher temp for a wok, searing on iron, etc. My wife thinks I'm crazy, but she's on board with whatever we end up with. I'll still be running a fridge in the basement, also will have a "rental house grade" electric range available there. We do a lot of outside cooking, it's a walkout basement, these appliances will be for convenience and the occasional bake where electric would be preferred over gas. What say the experts? Attachment gives the features between the RCS (Culinary line) and the RNB. Open Burner Gas Ranges and Stoves | Commercial Quality Ranges | BlueStar.pdf

This was a recent find also, well under $5. Due to the condition of the accumulated years of crust it was impossible to determine the maker, but it sure felt correct, and familiar in my hand. Couldn't lose for the price. The bottom is dead flat. A little paint remover soak under a plastic sheet I was able to wire brush through the crud. Appears to be a Griswold from mid-century? Not great pics, but they'll give an idea.

Recent find at local Goodwill here in Central Massachusetts, for the princely sum of $6.99. Dualit toaster, what looks to be called a "bun warmer". A little damage on the top, but I may be able to pound that out or get a replacement panel. These look to be highly repairable, easy parts availability. Shined up nicely. Works perfectly. Red switch to designate 2 slot or four slot use, and a real tic-tic-tic mechanical timer. Does anyone know how to decipher the Model and Serial Number to determine age? ::EDIT:: Just saw the reflection in the toaster. Shined up nicely, eh? Good thing I had clothes on. ::And another EDIT:: After extensive Googling I believe the toaster was manufactured in the 42nd week of 2006. I have an email inquiry into the company to see if the damaged panel is available, and also verification of the date.

Looks like ""The Original French Chef Omelette Pan", or a knock-off. If the former it will have that info on the base. Heavy aluminum, wood handle, end of the handle has a metal hanger that'll leave scars if you happen to touch it after it's been on the burner for some time. Ask me how I know. I found one at a Habitat ReStore a few years ago for about the same price you paid. Used it a couple of times, found I prefer carbon over aluminum. Still available I think: https://www.potshopofboston.com/collections/omelette eBay always has some listed at wildly varying prices. Or, I could be wrong. Quick edit: Julia kind of dissing this style. Seems at one point she had a falling out with the manufacturer.