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expiredGuantanamera posted Mar 25, 2022 09:55 PM
expiredGuantanamera posted Mar 25, 2022 09:55 PM

Oklahoma Joe's Bronco Charcoal Barrel Vertical Drum Smoker

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Target has Oklahoma Joe's Bronco Charcoal Barrel Vertical Drum Smoker on sale for $269.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members peedobeans & JenniferM1905 for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Unique airflow control system and sealed lid allows for precise temperature management
  • Oversized, eight-pound charcoal basket holds enough charcoal for over 10 hours of smoking time
  • Removable ash pan and porcelain-coated components make clean-up easy
  • Rubber handle grip is easy to grab and stays cool to the touch
  • Professional temperature gauge with glow-in-the-dark accents
  • Large, wagon-style wheels for easy mobility
  • Weight: 136.6 Pounds
  • Dimensions (Overall): 43.3" (H) x 30.3" (W) x 25.4" (D)
  • Material: Steel (Frame)
  • Handle Material: Steel
  • Lid Material: Steel
  • Cooking Grate Material: Porcelain-Coated Steel
  • Assembly Details: Adult Assembly Required, Some Tools Provided
The following is no longer available
  • Walmart has Oklahoma Joe's Bronco Charcoal Barrel Vertical Drum Smoker on sale for $269.99Shipping is free.

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars from 91 reviews on Target.
    • At the time of this posting, Our research indicates that this is $30 lower (10% savings) than the next best available options with prices starting from $299.99. -SaltyOne
  • About this Store:
    • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.

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Target has Oklahoma Joe's Bronco Charcoal Barrel Vertical Drum Smoker on sale for $269.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members peedobeans & JenniferM1905 for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Unique airflow control system and sealed lid allows for precise temperature management
  • Oversized, eight-pound charcoal basket holds enough charcoal for over 10 hours of smoking time
  • Removable ash pan and porcelain-coated components make clean-up easy
  • Rubber handle grip is easy to grab and stays cool to the touch
  • Professional temperature gauge with glow-in-the-dark accents
  • Large, wagon-style wheels for easy mobility
  • Weight: 136.6 Pounds
  • Dimensions (Overall): 43.3" (H) x 30.3" (W) x 25.4" (D)
  • Material: Steel (Frame)
  • Handle Material: Steel
  • Lid Material: Steel
  • Cooking Grate Material: Porcelain-Coated Steel
  • Assembly Details: Adult Assembly Required, Some Tools Provided
The following is no longer available
  • Walmart has Oklahoma Joe's Bronco Charcoal Barrel Vertical Drum Smoker on sale for $269.99Shipping is free.

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars from 91 reviews on Target.
    • At the time of this posting, Our research indicates that this is $30 lower (10% savings) than the next best available options with prices starting from $299.99. -SaltyOne
  • About this Store:
    • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.

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trza
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You can't compare two things without defining them first. Not sure what "the other ones" are.

These are pretty well made. Quality costs. Cheapo smokers use thinner metal (less efficient, especially in cold weather) and don't really seal up well to control airflow which makes control difficult to impossible. They're also prone to hot spots. Cookers like this also hold enough fuel for 12+ hour cooking times which is really handy when you want to sleep overnight.

That being said, this design is based on the Ugly Drum Smoker. There are plenty of resources online to help you DIY one yourself. You only need a few tools and many people are able to scavenge the parts for free and nearly free builds.

The best cheap bbq cooker is a used Weber kettle though. 22s often sell used for about $40. Learn to use The Snake method for your charcoal and you can cook enough bbq for your family no problem. Plus you can use it to grill. and they're so well made they last decades with nothing more than an occasional part replacement.
GBStoad
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The optimum number of smokers/grills/kamados is n+1, where n= current # you own. qed
fryth
703 Posts
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There is a time and a place for the convenience of electric. But time to come aboard to charcoal smoking, which is how smoking should be. When you have a lazy day at home, nothing better the tending to a cook.

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Mar 25, 2022 11:55 PM
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HallJMar 25, 2022 11:55 PM
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Smokin deal on a pretty drum smoker.
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Mar 26, 2022 05:33 AM
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JenniferM1905Mar 26, 2022 05:33 AM
47 Posts
Love the OK Bronco Drum smoker.
Get it dialed in and you'll never go anywhere but your backyard for bbq (especially if you have some Joe's KC BBQ sauce!).
Great deal on a great smoker. True charcoal experience and I've got one basket of charcoal to last 16+ hours when it's stacked in.
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Mar 26, 2022 05:36 AM
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JenniferM1905Mar 26, 2022 05:36 AM
47 Posts
Also - Same price at Walmart.
Mar 26, 2022 05:50 AM
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HEMANMar 26, 2022 05:50 AM
352 Posts
Wow… nice find!

i'm so tempted! I already have the Masterbuilt gravity series which I love! But wouldn't mind getting this OK drum too.
Mar 26, 2022 06:09 AM
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GeneralCornholioMar 26, 2022 06:09 AM
14 Posts
Doesn't look like Amazon is price matching this, was hoping to use up some gift cards. Still a great deal.
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Mar 26, 2022 01:18 PM
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BobbyFinstockMar 26, 2022 01:18 PM
918 Posts
Non-smoker here.
Can somebody tell me what makes this one better than the other ones that are cheaper? Target has a lot of them.
Mar 26, 2022 01:21 PM
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chris041378Mar 26, 2022 01:21 PM
676 Posts
Quote from BobbyFinstock :
Non-smoker here.
Can somebody tell me what makes this one better than the other ones that are cheaper? Target has a lot of them.
Thick steel, most importantly better air control which is critical with a charcoal smoker, and this one comes with multiple accessories which make it more versatile along with a big capacity

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Mar 26, 2022 01:43 PM
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trzaMar 26, 2022 01:43 PM
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Quote from BobbyFinstock :
Non-smoker here.
Can somebody tell me what makes this one better than the other ones that are cheaper? Target has a lot of them.
You can't compare two things without defining them first. Not sure what "the other ones" are.

These are pretty well made. Quality costs. Cheapo smokers use thinner metal (less efficient, especially in cold weather) and don't really seal up well to control airflow which makes control difficult to impossible. They're also prone to hot spots. Cookers like this also hold enough fuel for 12+ hour cooking times which is really handy when you want to sleep overnight.

That being said, this design is based on the Ugly Drum Smoker. There are plenty of resources online to help you DIY one yourself. You only need a few tools and many people are able to scavenge the parts for free and nearly free builds.

The best cheap bbq cooker is a used Weber kettle though. 22s often sell used for about $40. Learn to use The Snake method for your charcoal and you can cook enough bbq for your family no problem. Plus you can use it to grill. and they're so well made they last decades with nothing more than an occasional part replacement.
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Mar 26, 2022 02:48 PM
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b_j__hMar 26, 2022 02:48 PM
788 Posts
Looks like a winner! I've been wanting to get a smoker for a while and this looks like an excellent option. It may not be as simple as pellet smokers but doesn't require much more attention and should produce better tasting food.
Mar 26, 2022 02:50 PM
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wolfpackwxMar 26, 2022 02:50 PM
394 Posts
This smoker is one of the best and easiest to use ones out there. I've had it for 3 years and have no regrets. I picked up mine for $130 at Walmart on an end of season clearance, but even at this price it is still worth it!
Mar 26, 2022 02:51 PM
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nickyeahMar 26, 2022 02:51 PM
622 Posts
rookie question i already have kamado joe jr, is this the same concept just larger? Or i should have both complementary to each other
Mar 26, 2022 02:58 PM
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soarinj20Mar 26, 2022 02:58 PM
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Use your redcard with target and save 5%...$256.49. Awesome find!
Mar 26, 2022 03:18 PM
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LEOMHK1.0Mar 26, 2022 03:18 PM
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Looks like a steampunk R2D2
Mar 26, 2022 03:22 PM
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frythMar 26, 2022 03:22 PM
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Love my Kamado, but as everyone knows, the addiction to smoking is real and you always need to try out a different technique. Also won't hurt to have more capacity for larger cooks. Really love the ability to hang a bunch of ribs.

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Mar 26, 2022 03:30 PM
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gliam91Mar 26, 2022 03:30 PM
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How hard is this to control temp? My masterbuilt just crapped out after 7 years and loved the set it and forget it aspect.

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