Great smoker for all occassions

I purchased my first Saffire grill soon after I retired from the Navy in 2008 as I wanted another competitor's grill, but I did some research and found the best on the market. I can't tell you the exact year I bought it, but it was before the serial numbers were placed on the hinge. I drove over 50 miles to the nearest dealer, and I have to tell you, he really tried to sell me the grill, but I didn't tell him my mind was made up before I even got to his store. I purchased the black 19" Saffire with a granite-top table, and he was so proud to make the sale. I let him think he made the better sale to me. I've used the Saffire at least once a week when I'm not traveling for work and the weather permits (just rain because I'm in Pennsylvania), and we grill out year around. I love my Saffire so much I recently bought another one. Why? Because of the new features.

It's easier to clean the ash out. I searched forever to find a small metal shovel to fit the access port.
The wood chip insertion. So much easier now with the round port.
The new fire box. Why? I just wanted to try it.

My grill is all original. The only thing I had to replace is the cover. I'm on my 3rd cover just from weather and the sun's rays. Some day I'll build a pavilion for my Saffire collection, smoking and grilling what I need to survive. I'm diabetic and grilled food helps me maintain blood sugar.

Although I have enjoyed my Sapphire Grill for almost a decade ,the new Crucible firebox takes the experience to another level. The Crucible comes to temperature rapidly, and provides the ability to hold temperatures more accurately. It is efficient with regard to charcoal usage. It uses far less than my previous fire box. I think it has been thoughtfully designed. Seems they have another good addition to an already strong lineup.

I have owned my Platinum series for about a year now. I love everything about it and having more fun cooking on it than I thought. Smoking (ribs), Grilling (my new favorite - Picanha) and high heat cooks like Pizza, the versatility is fantastic. I did a ton of research and found the Saffire to be my choice primarily because of the following: 1) Crucible Firebox, the lower possibility of failure compared to other brands. 2) The Charcoal basket. Higher airflow and ease of cleaning the ash pan. 3) Stainless steel hardware. It lasts longer and looks fantastic.