You know what I like most about this video? The excitement Aaron has when walking through every intricate detail of the design. This is clearly a culmination of years of experimentation, successes and failures, and thousands of cooks. He is a true expert, and has such a sincere passion for his craft. Thank you Aaron for sharing this!
@lancebradley1344
4 ай бұрын
Here, here! American made, old school conservative design mind set, modern fluid dynamics design techniques, and the attention to detail. Very cool, hope you do well. Would love to enjoy one. I’m an old country boy, blue collar. Therefore, I’m working on my first design and I’m studying airflow. I prefer a vertical grill / smoker. 24”diameter, 380 in^2 surface. Will need great seal for 225 - 750 range. Just a family, few friends, type grill. Maybe another design thought for you. Anyway, would certainly appreciate any advice.
@Jonbob836
Жыл бұрын
you can really sense the passion and knowledge he exudes
@steveludwig4200
Жыл бұрын
And the desire to overcharge for his pits. They are priced like Jambos.
@nelsonsantos2631
Жыл бұрын
He forgot to mention the turbo encabulator
@IanB22
28 күн бұрын
The passion and knowledge of WHY is amazing in this video.... SO GOOD
@BBQWithBoterman
Жыл бұрын
They are no joke! Cooked on one for the first time a couple weeks ago. It really is designed for great brisket!
@markwilson9652
Жыл бұрын
What about ribs and pork belly?
@RovingPunster
Жыл бұрын
@@markwilson9652All those cuts cook in pretty much the same temp range, so Im not sure I understand your question.
@jeffreytaylor6257
7 ай бұрын
This video reminds me of watching Paul Reed Smith talk about building his guitars. You both build brilliantly functional works of art. You are in good company. JT
@davidnettleton3375
4 ай бұрын
Great analogy.
@alveus8205
Жыл бұрын
Looks amazing. I really appreciate all the thought that went into this pit and it’s quality. Up here in Canada, they run for $8000. I do not dispute the pricing, but it’s out of my budget. But I would definitely love one.
@DavidJohnson-tv2nn
Жыл бұрын
And there's only a couple hundred dollars worth of steel in it! Way overpriced in my opinion.
@PTownFitteds
11 ай бұрын
@@DavidJohnson-tv2nn you have zero idea what you’re talking about. This thing could take a 7.62 and not even make a dent. THOUSAND of dollars in steel alone.
@DavidJohnson-tv2nn
11 ай бұрын
@@PTownFitteds BS!
@yessir0503
10 ай бұрын
@@PTownFittedsi can build an inch thick of this with 1/4 the price . Can take even a rocket launcher
@zoobee4824
9 ай бұрын
@@yessir0503 Then go do it and gtf out of here, sell it for less, I dare ya
@northernnomad9046
11 ай бұрын
Aaron Franklin is a multi trade wealth of knowledge. Rarely can person encapsulate an entire cuisine with such charisma and ‘frankly’ - swagger. As a multi cuisine cook and former chef that has become a fairly decent hobby welder and de facto historian of cuisine origins, WELL DONE🙌🏽
@sirtango1
Жыл бұрын
You’ve worked in or around the oil and gas industry, haven’t you? The reason I ask is you’re using terms that only people intimate with the materials and industries would use and understand. I retired from the industry. Very nice smoker. I’ve cranked out a lot of Q on an offset. But my demands quickly outgrew the multiple offset smokers that I was using. So I built a large reverse flow water bath smoker. I built a tandem axle trailer for it. After using at least two 7018’s and 6010’s doing a tweak or two, I’m finally happy with the way it cooks. I can tune my hot / cold spots via tuners, depending on what I’m cooking and my needs at the time. Most people don’t realize how much work goes into a high quality pit!
@robvalero4453
Жыл бұрын
I have wanted to learn bbq for years and watching Franklin's bbq videos have definitely giving me inspiration to strive on cooking the best bbq I can. Truly the best pit design and quality, I've got to order me this.
@markwilson9652
Жыл бұрын
Master the fire and you will master the pit.
@sbodi4d
Жыл бұрын
You are a true Texas legend!
@anthonypinto1366
Жыл бұрын
Incredible! Perfectionist with passion = outstanding results. Bucket list includes a trip to Austin to taste the Franklin experience and then the ultimate- bringing one of these back to NJ to elevate my game. Love what you do Aaron! Thank you!
@JLEMS
Жыл бұрын
I love the location of the drain. This is where it would make sense to be, and I’ve always disliked my pits’ locations at the other end. When the pit is level, or favoring the stack high, this is where the grease goes, right toward the fire. Nicely thought out AF!
@theanthonyv
Жыл бұрын
I have one of the earliest Franklin pits. They’re legit. Incredible craftsmanship. So solid. Elegant design, with everything you need but no unnecessary elements. And it’s like a piece of industrial art rather than an eyesore. Lots of other great pits can smoke excellent bbq. But IMO, none of them look as good as this one.
@steveludwig4200
Жыл бұрын
I bet it didnt cost the $5K they do know.
@jaredandrews379
Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@mrjoshers79
2 ай бұрын
Great quality. Get what you pay for! I dont dispute the price but its far out of reach for the everyday consumer. Not for middle class. But hats off for building a legit product!
@bill40409
7 ай бұрын
That's a great looking, well thought-out pit! Definitely on my 'must-have' list, just as soon as I win the lottery.
@tubetime39
7 ай бұрын
bill40409; Bad credit ? jk
@j3rocketeer
Жыл бұрын
Mr. Franklin. You really know your stuff and are passionate about it. Thank you for what you do.
@BrisketMedic
Жыл бұрын
Great information and lots of study went into this. Makes someone appreciate the work of art more!
@johncox9868
3 ай бұрын
My neighbor has a smoker in this style and I've noticed a lot of issues with it. You've addressed every problem I've seen with this style of smoker. Seriously this is a really well thought out design.
@X3WorkshopDesigns
Жыл бұрын
A master at work and an artist. Awesome craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing.
@timgregson5533
Жыл бұрын
Heck, I'm sold! Now if I can only find $6000.
@travissartele8254
18 күн бұрын
😯
@brianbenedict8374
Жыл бұрын
I still liked it when you would drive down the back roads,and find one of those big tanks. Take it home and start to make your BBQ pit. Loved those vids and the new ones coming out soon!!!
@gosman949
Жыл бұрын
those pits sucked pretty much!
@bobgruner
Жыл бұрын
What a nerd! (in the best, best way☺- thank you for your attention to detail. I learned a lot just from watching this.)
@usa91787
8 ай бұрын
Dang, that's nice. Love the water pan spot and the slots in the fire box. I get that its a lot of money for a smoker but the design is fantastic. In 1993 I bought a Lyfetyme grill - they're from Uvalde, TX - at the Minnesota State Fair. It's a 20" grill not a smoker. But it's made just like this. Very thick steel. I still have it. Best $360 I've spent. My son will be able to give it to his kids. I've also got 2 Pit Barrel cookers. $350 each. Those things can cook. If the food comes out bad it's my fault not the cooker. Now, I've added another smoker - another Lyfetyme that I got from a buddy of mine. This one is about 25 years old. I have to do some slight fix up to the interior but it's still in great shape. Got it for free. Should be able to do 3 briskets in it or several racks of ribs.
@supersteven3434
Жыл бұрын
😁 great video. The love and passion Aaron has for barbq really shines. 😁
@wpittock
10 ай бұрын
I am putting mine into use in the next couple weeks, ready for Thanksgiving. I've been waiting a while to get a concrete pad poured to give it a good home - and that's all done now. Excited!
@sengaleng
Жыл бұрын
Love it!!! Want it! Missed details about the grill grates and grease drain, though. Awesome Pit
@wilkiesbbqnc
Жыл бұрын
I sure am glad you’re active on your channel again keep it up Gods speed.😊
@setituptoblowitup
Жыл бұрын
Fluid dynamics have never been so delicious🔥💨😋🍻
@reset-xs9ql
Жыл бұрын
"it's all about the details. they matter." looks great. cooks great.
@zulucharlie5244
Жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful, heirloom-quality smoker, and I love, love, love that it's designed and built in Texas.
@johnwooldridge1860
10 ай бұрын
I love this pit. it sets so much higher than any other pit. Aaron did his home work.
@dbrackman1
Жыл бұрын
Best offset money can buy. When your fire is balanced it almost vibrates like a fan is running. The weight helps hold the heat so it’s forgiving if you aren’t sitting there watching each moment. Buy yours and never look back and give it to your grandkids.
@ronmcc100
Жыл бұрын
WOW! VERY IMPRESSIVE! Wish you had these around in years past, my big BBQ days are behind me, but if I'm ever in the market for a new cooker, this would be my first pick! I've learned and improved so much of my Q from you and your videos. Keep up the great work!
@rodpilcher2804
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic! I finally used the chili in adobo last year in my chili... gonna try without the habanero this year (maybe the wife will not complain about too much heat) love the addition of cinnamon and chocolate.. even a bit of honey sounds intriguing. Can't wait to try this recipe.. love the cheese and SC addition.. Thanks for the content. I appreciate you, man!
@kevinbourbon572
Жыл бұрын
I love my Franklin Pit! A labor of love
@bpp325
Жыл бұрын
Smoked my first Boston butt years ago following Aaron's video. He made it easy and it tasted GREAT. 👍👍
@vitaly6312
Жыл бұрын
Been to Franklin BBQ and had the best RIBS of my life there. Yes, the brisket is out of this world and also the best I’ve had, which was probably the expectation? The ribs are what broke me though. And I live in a part of the country KNOWN for ribs specifically. All that being said, this thing is killer. I do wish though for $5500 you’d get a little swing up tabletop to do your work on in front of the grill. I understand the reason to omit it, but also would be a super nice addition where you can set and stage your meats before placing them into the pit.
@tubetime39
7 ай бұрын
vitaly6312; I'm brand new but like your idea. Maybe a removeable table set up ? Hooks on , stores hooked on back maybe ?
@jordanbabcock9349
7 ай бұрын
I don't doubt the quality of smokers or BBQ Franklin produces but one thing is obvious - his greatest asset is his ability to sell. This guy is a straight up salesman. (Not saying he isn't passionate or authentic)
@davidnettleton3375
4 ай бұрын
Nothing sells better than authenticity and knowing that your product is the best. It's what you call a natural salesperson. No effort involved. Just telling it like it is.
@clyde8drive
Жыл бұрын
Solid and best on market. 5K is not in my budget but I believe its worth every penny. "Built like a little Maserati" and priced like one. You get what you pay for, so save up.
@dccreations1361
2 ай бұрын
This is such an amazing video, thank you so much!
@michaelholmes8350
Жыл бұрын
Being a union pipe fabricator and welder in Houston for 40 years, I'm impressed with your work. I know what it takes to build this. Im retired now and if I could afford it, I would certainly buy one Franklin. I enjoy all of your videos👍😎
@AhmedAli-rg3hp
8 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this video! Lots of great points (many I needed to hear and be reminded of again). I appreciated your openness
@nordicwilly6650
Жыл бұрын
Masterclass in pit design!
@allanbrand
Жыл бұрын
Awesome job man, awesome job! I wish KZitem would let us double like videos!!
@nhhbbyloggr5022
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the show. Beautiful and functional.
@nateferguson4612
Жыл бұрын
So good! Fantastic details and very glad you took us into all the specs of, and reasons behind, what is a great smoker.
@TheAmishElectrican
Жыл бұрын
YaY our Bi-yearly Franklin video 🥳 🎉
@hawkeyeted
Жыл бұрын
I love watching Aaron talk about his craft. 🙃🙃
@darrylsmith9104
6 ай бұрын
Dude naturally and effortlessly sells truth because he obviously and nakedly loves every detail regarding what he does. Makes it easy to believe in him and anything he produces.
@cmcdonald9896
2 ай бұрын
If I was building a custom car I would want this guy to build it. His attention to detail all the way down to putting the thermometer 2” about the grate because the average brisket is 4” tall is masterful. Port and polished offset smoker? Sombtch im in!!!!
@pete91671
Жыл бұрын
Great design
@maxnine57
Жыл бұрын
This is fantastic great design wow!
@danielmargolis3210
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work.
@Blackheart7-5
Жыл бұрын
VERY nice!!!! Quality looks amazing.
@phillipbonner5215
Жыл бұрын
That's awesome congratulations on your efforts.
@BigReggie
Жыл бұрын
Love Franklin and I know he's a pitmaster but at almost 6 grand for one of these, I'll stick to my pit barrel cooker. It turns out absolutely delicious barbecue.
@nhhbbyloggr5022
Жыл бұрын
Having fabricated two similar stove to these I can tell you it's worth every penny in materials and labor and still make a small profit. That said, anything cooked with wood is better than all other fuels.
@BigReggie
Жыл бұрын
@@nhhbbyloggr5022 I've been welding for 30 years. I will respectfully disagree that it's worth $6000
@nhhbbyloggr5022
Жыл бұрын
@@BigReggie I can't afford a Cadillac either, when all I need is 4 wheels to get me there. The " brand" sets it up a few notches, for sure.
@Patrick94GSR
Жыл бұрын
@@BigReggiethem build one with all this attention to detail and you’ll see why it costs that much.
@matthew7469
Жыл бұрын
Completely agree about the price! Especially when you can get a Workhorse for nearly half.
@insidiousengineering
Жыл бұрын
In a world of BBQ barges and hulking SUV's this pit is like the little Italian roadster. Finely tuned, a joy to "drive" little convert able sports car.
@Regg363
Жыл бұрын
My 250 gallon stick burner, had the stack at same height as rack. Heat would come in at one end rising to top of meat compartment then going right out the stack. I came off stack on inside, ran pipe to bottom of meat chamber to 2/3 the distance to firebox. The heat now circulates to top of meat chamber and the cooler air drops to the bottom and out the stack. The air in the top where the meat is, is always hot. The firebox air inlet comes in under the coals and wood. So air goes up through the fire to keep coals red hot. I’ve BBQed for 45 yrs, this is the most efficient and controllable pit I’ve ever had. I use combination wood chunks and wood, after an hr or so of wood. I’ll put a shovel of coals every 1 1/2 hrs.
@RICO-BugkillerFPV
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations 🎉 Like having a commercial smoker for my home! Mouth-watering watching the video. Take my money!!!
@anttiarokoski6255
Жыл бұрын
Such a sweet burner! Would not mind a test run dxD Franklin for ever!
@mucccvhorob4596
Жыл бұрын
I was always told the air dampner is for times when wind is blowing into the vent. Pretty sure its a necessary to have one. It definitely is where i live.
@charlesherrera6535
Жыл бұрын
I love my Franklin smoker! Works great!
@chefblair63
23 күн бұрын
Engineered from a pit master’s experience. Very nice. Just watched this after the video where you salvaged a 250 gallon propane tank. So what came first, the pit or the pit master?
@dalegriffiths335
Жыл бұрын
I love mine , best purchase ever !!!
@bulldaagg
Жыл бұрын
looks awesome, i want one
@LP23D6
Жыл бұрын
Built like a brick outhouse! Dang nicely done.
@smartrn1
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the passion. Texas Legend. If you’ve never had his BB-Q at the restaurant in Austin - you can’t believe how good it is. 🤘🏻🇺🇸
@BottledCourage
Жыл бұрын
I was all about it and then I saw the price 😂 no disrespect, well earned and looks extremely well built. maybe one day I’ll get one!
@matthew7469
Жыл бұрын
that price is pretty discouraging when you can get a Workhorse for far less that is arguably better built. I've been lucky enough to handle them side by side and there is no comparison.
@shanesouza4303
Жыл бұрын
Great design. 😎✌️
@ronniecoleman3365
Жыл бұрын
I'm going to buy one when I can afford it love the pit
@umami0247
Жыл бұрын
Very nicely done.
@Foul_G
Жыл бұрын
You had me at "Hey there". I just wish I could afford one.
@adamc585
Жыл бұрын
Truth be told Aaron Franklin can talk.
@SimplisticsBBQ
Жыл бұрын
Nice pit!
@brandonyoung181
Жыл бұрын
When I started this video, I knew this bad boy was going to cost 5K plus. It's a nice rig but I can buy a hell of a lot of meat for my WSM for 5k.
@fgonzalez78959
8 ай бұрын
Ok but do you enjoy what you have?
@econgator6153
5 ай бұрын
@@fgonzalez78959 WSMs are awesome, I love mine
@mackadams5049
4 ай бұрын
Yea, I'll be looking for a used one lol.
@kennethschauer1801
2 ай бұрын
My Oklahoma Joe is fine for my cheap ass
@ronaldbeerguy
17 күн бұрын
@@fgonzalez78959WSMs are a great cost to quality ratio. The Franklin is beautiful, but I’m not sure you are getting value at that price point quality ratio. I still think you’re paying a hell of a premium for the name on the side of the cooker.
@elmerbigdaddyperez5697
Жыл бұрын
i need this in my life
@raytrout8272
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!!
@RovingPunster
Жыл бұрын
Awesome looking design, and astutely explained. QUESTIONs: 1) what does it weigh ? 2) is there a way to throttle the airflow to finesse the temp, and to maybe even choke it off to save fuel if cooking finishes before the fire burns out (ie, intake shutter and exhaust dampers) ? That's a key difference between pro users (who cook all day long), and smaller households who only need to cook in a single pass for a family of say 2-6 ppl. If youre gonna sell to the latter, the ability to conserve/reuse partially spent coals could be practical and a good selling point. 3) Given that the rear (firebox) wheels are fixed, im surprised you didnt add an extra handle at the base of the chimney, to help wheel the smoker in and out of wherever people store it ... and maybe a telescoping chimney to help get it in & out of a garage). Pros may not need to move them often, but residential users often do. 4) What's the typical temp range it maintains most comfortably ? +1 and respect. 😊👍😂
@waynehollen1300
Жыл бұрын
I would love to purchase one ! My Father passed away in 2016, took my cooking after him and his name is Franklin. He also designed a rotisserie for his church from a bed of a pick up truck in San Diego
@Smokingmeatsbbq
Жыл бұрын
Can't wait to have space for one of these. Looks amazing!
@markhallberg8195
Жыл бұрын
I'm done wanting one. I want mine on order today.
@rockkhound943
11 ай бұрын
Ill have to go for the ole propane tank unit for now an save up fur this high rent unit but i love its design.
@stevenparson0
Жыл бұрын
Love it good video
@se7002t
8 ай бұрын
Can someone explain to me what Franklin means when he explains why the thermometer needs to be loose?
@johnbollinger4896
Жыл бұрын
Now I want one.
@Bzl_777
4 ай бұрын
He is master of convection fire
@GoatRoper911
Жыл бұрын
Looks good, can you weld a griddle on the firebox or will it not get hot with the double wall design?
@davidnettleton3375
4 ай бұрын
I was thinking that too. Not necessarily a griddle, but even just a flat surface to heat up a pan of beans or a cast iron skillet. I wondered when he said "insulated" if it's not going to put off enough heat at that point to cook with.
@lachlanmaple4868
Жыл бұрын
Could you ship one to Australia or would it cost too much? I imagine those things are pretty heavy - how much do they weigh?
@triumphrider9396
Жыл бұрын
Great design. I wonder though if that firebox design would be tough to clean out?
@joseluismendoza9916
Жыл бұрын
Will be competing with one of these at the Pasadena Livestock Show Rodeo. 😊
@joesmith7427
Жыл бұрын
I like all swivel casters
@1koolkat76
Жыл бұрын
Science and Art = Great BBQ.
@genecarden780
Жыл бұрын
Aaron you put some dodge parts on your Maserati. That’s not an ellipsoidal head it is in fact a hemi head.😂
@robertwood6272
Жыл бұрын
Magnificent!
@ottojones3162
2 ай бұрын
How about a shelf on top of the firebox to place a pan on for basting sauce?
@kevinashby3784
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic
@rg9984
10 ай бұрын
beautiful. i love smoking meat and anything grilling like most people watching. but the 5k price range,i. might as well start a business with one of these. congrats to whoever can buy one of these works of art.
@brandontorres7557
Жыл бұрын
Love it!
@jp21124
Жыл бұрын
Nice! Wouldn't you want a raised cover for the smokestack to stop rain from getting in the tube and rusting though?
@brucegolub9627
Жыл бұрын
that's what BBQ Sheds are for...besides, unless its torrential, doubt you'd get too much water in there. when not in use, find a pan to fit over it.
@jp21124
Жыл бұрын
@@brucegolub9627 For over 4k for a pit, I feel like I shouldn’t have to find anything but the meat. Just sayin…
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