Steve Pope wrote:

> Regarding the ash catcher itself, I'm not aware of any kettle
> Weber's having anything better than the flimsy tray.


Steve,

watch....... and learn.
Can't believe this American icon, in the model I have, is available
here in Australia, yet not apparently in the US.

http://i7.tinypic.com/24v37g5.jpg
ash catcher cannister - please note: NOT flimsy tray

http://i8.tinypic.com/24v395c.jpg
cannister removed, with ash residue after 1-2 hours cooking

http://i8.tinypic.com/24v39g3.jpg
bottom section of weber, showing lever for ash cannister & lever for
air vents, ash removal

http://i8.tinypic.com/24v42fs.jpg
upper grill, with hinged sections for adding additional coals

http://i7.tinypic.com/24v42rs.jpg
THE hinge...on which to hang your lid
(Check out your weber jill... this is what we've been talking about)

http://i7.tinypic.com/24v4314.jpg
..... the entire weber

So, as you can see Steve, the weber I own does indeed have something
more substantial than a flimsy ash tray.

Thought I'd show the other features for Om, so you know what to look
for.
Apologies for the residue - we used it yesterday for a roast lamb.

cheers

LadyJane
--
"Never trust a skinny cook!"