Cagno Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 hi! I'm looking for a good dutch oven for my classic. the kamado joe dutch oven is not available as accesory in Italy and Lodge is as expensive as a LeCrousette here with shipping + taxes. so I was looking to this "chinese-french" poroduct. do you think that the biggest size (32cm = 41,8 cm x 34,2 cm x 14,4 cm) would fit in the classic? or I shoud better go with the 28cm (36 x 29 x 16 cm)? https://www.amazon.it/Invicta-Rubis-Casseruola-diametro-colore/dp/B0019K7WHO/ref=s9_simh_gw_g201_i3_r?pf_rd_m=A11IL2PNWYJU7H&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=2XW6439FN0APZSBXTZ9G&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=6bd4f0a5-b28d-436a-99f6-10d6a633030d&pf_rd_i=desktop&th=1 pros: it's enameled (good for acid food) it's cheap cons: plastic knob (but after all am I going to use the lid for high heat or just L&S?) thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cgriller64 Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Have you looked into Staub? https://www.amazon.it/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?__mk_it_IT=ÅMÅŽÕÑ&url=search-alias%3Dkitchen&field-keywords=Staub+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeperovdeflame Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Cagno, Dutch ovens work very well in a kamado and are a great accessory IMO. The one you posted an advertisement for looks like a Staub knock off. It appears to have good reviews, although, I can't read them other than to look at the number of stars. I'd probably go for it and purchase the one your looking at, unless you can get an actual Staub for a similar price. Cagno 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cagno Posted February 7, 2017 Author Share Posted February 7, 2017 1 hour ago, Cgriller64 said: Have you looked into Staub? https://www.amazon.it/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?__mk_it_IT=ÅMÅŽÕÑ&url=search-alias%3Dkitchen&field-keywords=Staub+ STAUB is the best brand in my opinion and I started searching from there (in fact the same 28cm size is 190 euro vs 106 ), but I would like to stay on the cheaper side of the deal for a pot that is problably going to be used and abused.... would the biggest size (32cm = 41,8 cm x 34,2 cm x 14,4 cm) fit in the classic? I am worried about beeing too big and hitting the dome termometer... Cgriller64 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cgriller64 Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 I see your point on price vs use/abuse. Although I have occasionally used my Le Creuset on my Joe Classic with no issues but I can understand your reasoning. As far as size it may be an issue if you plan on placing it on the upper rack. I have both a 5 qt and 7 qt Le Creuset. Both will prevent the lid from closing if on the upper rack and are too far forward which gets in the way of the thermometer. However if I place them further back toward the hinge the lid closes no problem. I don't think the 32cm is any larger than my 7 qt so I say go with that one if it is your preference. Cagno and keeperovdeflame 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeperovdeflame Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Just to make sure the oven you like will fit in your KJ, I would make a mock up out of card board taped together that is relatively the same size as the ovens dimensions. Then you can play with it in a variety of setup configurations and determine if you like the way it will fit or not. On size and usage, I use my 5 qt with much more regularity than my larger ovens. Actually the oven I use the most is called a brasier that's only 2 1/2 quarts. t has a 2 inch lip on the pan and a tight fitting lid, that I seldom use in the kamado. I think your ultimate decision should be based on what you want to cook, get an oven that fits what you do. Here is my brasier on my Vision and then on my Egg, both are about the same size as your classic in terms of grate space. Cagno and Cgriller64 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cagno Posted February 7, 2017 Author Share Posted February 7, 2017 Thank you!! Your post is really helpful! I will try with the mock up! Inviato dal mio SM-G935F utilizzando Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeperovdeflame Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Remember to include the handle knob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 Get one that sits in the x rack makes cooking more fun Outback Kamado Bar and Grill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikJL Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Go with the dimensions of the 5 quart lodge which fits like a charm and is relatively price-worthy as well ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KamadoBill Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 On 2/9/2017 at 1:36 AM, Aussie Joe said: Get one that sits in the x rack makes cooking more fun Outback Kamado Bar and Grill Hey mate, any idea which one I can get my hands on in Sydney? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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