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| Brand: All American
List Price: $345.00
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Rating:  22 reviews
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 20
Dimensions (in): 16 x 15 x 17
MPN: 921
Model: 921
UPC: 089149009211
EAN: 0089149009211
ASIN: B00004S88Z
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 So far, so good! September 26, 2007
Angela Goodman (Baltimore, MD USA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I purchased this to replace my old water-canner (and to add the ability to can low acid foods). The old water canner didn't fit my burner, and scorched my stove because it actually hung over the edge of the burner. This definitely fits much nicer.
The only thing I am not clear about is WHEN the pot first reaches the appropriate pressure. The directions seem to indicate that it will actually reach the pressure prior to the gauge reaches that number, and you will know by the weight bouncing and sputtering. Mine sputtered, but never bounced. I didn't want to under-process, so I didn't start counting until the gauge reached the correct pressure...but I may have overprocessed (which won't HURT, but I was hoping not to over "cook" the tomatoes). I will continue to experiment!
It seems like a sturdy pot, and I like not having to deal with a rubber gasket. This pot is probably bigger than I will ever need, but I have it just in case.
 Heavy Duty and Dependable July 26, 2007
P. Salazar
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I've had this puppy for two years now and use it regularly to sterilize quart jars, and it hasn't let me down yet. I previously had a presto canner that used a rubber gasket that eventually lost its sealing capacity in about two years. This canner doesn't use a rubber gasket, so you don't have to worry about replacing it every couple of years.
There is one curiosity though. When I bought it on amazon in 8/05, it only cost $139. It seems they've hiked up the price a full benjamin, but its still worth the price.
CANNER November 9, 2006
R. PRIMEL (PARMA, OHIO USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I ALREADY HAD A 930 BEFORE I GOT THE 921 SO I KNEW WHAT I WAS GETTING THEY ARE GREAT. THE REASON I BOUGHT THE 921 WAS BECAUSE IF YOU ARE NOT RUNNING A FULL LOAD IN THE 930 IT SEEMS TO TAKE LONGER TO GET UP TO PRESSURE. THEY BOTH WORK REALLY GOOD I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THEM BOTH.
The safest home pressure cooker money can buy. May 3, 2006
tron3 (New Jersey)
32 out of 35 found this review helpful
The idea of using a pressure cooker always scared me. "What if it blows up.", "I can be scarred for life.", "What about kids safety.", etc. When I finally started to look at them, I knew this was it.
I work for a machining company and asked a machinest and an engineer how safe it looks. Then I explained how it worked. They both admit they see nothing wrong with it and deem it very safe if used as directed.
I know this thick anodized aluminum will hold the pressure. It has not two, not four, but SIX locking screws. Screw down simultaneously on opposite sides for a level seal. Plus, it has three locking hooks that stops the lid from blowing off when you undo the screws. Not to mention the rubber pressure gasket in the lid that releases steam if the pressure gets too high. Just be sure to replace it once a year, as rubber deteriates over time.
Because it doesn't use a rubber ring gasget and is metal-to-metal sealed, it can last many life times. The steam valve is regulated with a special metal knob you sit on top of it. It can get hot, or even lost. But don't worry, you can buy a new one. The company will even send you new safety labels free of charge to replace the worn ones on your pot.
Naturally, you have to follow the safety rules like:
* ALWAYS handle a hot pot with kitchen mitts.
* Never fill past half way when cooking veggies or rice that expand. Half way includes any water and extras. For other stuff, 2/3 way is good.
* NEVER pour cold water on it when it is hot, or apply cold wet towels.
* ALWAYS let the pressure gage DROP to zero before you open the pot.
* Open the lid AWAY from you, something you should do with any cooking pot.
* NEVER lift the pot by the lid handle, only by the pot handles.
* There are more: READ THE SAFETY GUIDELINES FIRST!
READ AND FOLLOW ALL THE SAFETY RULES and don't try to over pressure cook your food. You will have fast, safe and delicious cooking experiences for decades.
Sure, you could buy cheaper ones, but I wouldn't put my trust in them. Especially if you have children. I'd go to the moon in this thing.
Addendum 5/19/06:
We pressure cooked two 4lb roast beefs for the first time, then cut it into 1/2" slabs. Those slabs made for a juicy and tender sandwich. Was as easy to chew as the thin sliced roast beef! The tenderness is fantastic.
I didn't cap it off until the water was hot, that's when I started counting the cooking time of 50 minutes. This cooked it fully with no pink in the middle. Next time I am guessing 35 minutes to keep it a little pink. Took about 30 minutes to reach 15 lbs of pressure, and the very instant it reached, the pressure regulator started to whistle. Used a mitt to remove the HOT pressure regulator. Took about 7 minutes for the pressure to reach zero. Best part of all, the whole house didn't smell like food!
Great Product March 22, 2006
Michael Stephens (Goodyear, AZ USA)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
We love the pressure cooker so far. We have canned chicken and hamburger and it is great.
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