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Anyone try the BGE Sure Grip Oven Mitt?
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As a newbie I'm looking for recommendations as to what kind of gloves to purchase for lifting the hot plate setter or pizza stone out and would I need 2 gloves. I've tried various silicon ones at the stores but I find them hard to manage. What do you recommend for a lady with smaller hands? Would the BGE sure grip be more pliable because it looks thinner? Those of you with welder gloves, do they really insulate against a hot stone? I'm currently using those pampered chef cotton oven mitts for lifting the dome when it gets too hot but couldn't imagine using them to lift out the plate setter. What do you all use?
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JudyFoodie,
i use an ove glove, still gets a little warm, but perfect for quick movement
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I much prefer the blue Orka mittens and yes while the grip is somewhat clumsey when I'm sticking my hands in harms way I know I'll be protected to 500°. I use the short red ones when I'm lifting my Dutch oven in and out. While I have welders gloves and use them from time to time in lower temps the heat transfer is rather quick compared to the other ones. BTW if you're a member of Sam's Club they sell a pair of 500° gloves with opposing thumbs for $10.
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JudyFoodie,[p]Those silicone gloves are not good for removing the platesetter or pizza stone. I melted one doing it a couple months ago, resulting in a dropped multi-piece platesetter. They are rated to 400*, and even though the dome temp may only read 300, the bottom of that plate setter may be much hotter.[p]I use a simple method now. An old towel folded over a few times, then an oven mitt. I put the mitt on my hand, hold the towel, and grab the plate setter to remove it. I use this method for removing cast iron pans from the egg as well. For no longer than I grab them, the heat doesn't transfer through all that material.
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2 Working around the egg, things get dirty including gloves. Washable is good. The Best gloves (black) are washable.
3. Two reasonably price pairs are better than one expensive pair.
4. Better chance of finding one pair when needed. I loose stuff a lot.
5. Welders glove with Kevlar stitching and wool insulation are good gloves with reasonable prices.
6. The Best black glove comes in sizes, so can match to welder's glove.
7. Use one glove for most applications, Best or Welder's. For real hot applications, both gloves work well. [p]Time to stop, this is getting way too long. Hope it helps. T[p]
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RRP,[p]Where did you pick 'em up?
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tjv,
Wow, thanks for the amazing write up. I've saved this in my BGE reference file. Did not know about he heat protection level...good to know. By the way what are "Best" gloves? Is that a brand name?
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JudyFoodie,[p]Short answer is welders gloves. Had mine for 8+ years and, although they are a little dirty, they still work like a charm. Cost 8+ years ago: $9
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Jeeves,
The Orkas came from Amazon - about $15 each. The red Dexos "Heat Holders" came from BB&B - but haven't seen them there in years. BTW these Orkas are the short ones - they sell longer ones that reach most peoples elbows or a small person's armpits!
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Fidel,
I think I will stay away from silicone gloves for now. They don't fit me properly anyways. Question: is there a need to move the platesetter much while it's hot? Couldn't I just let it cool down overnight and then move it? I guess that depends on what kind of cooking I do and how best I plan my cooks. Never thought I would spend so much time thinking about the right gloves for outdoor grilling. Probably wouldn't have to think so much with a gasser.
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JudyFoodie,[p]It doesn't happen very often, but sometimes you want to switch from indirect to direct for a different food item, or to finish a particular item. [p]
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JudyFoodie, I'm just wondering..... How about using a large "C" clamp to move things from a hot Egg. No doubt, you'll still need gloves, but its long "reach" with adjustable jaws would probably allow you to remove/add anything in a safe fashion. They're available in all sizes from small to LARGE! Or maybe there's a similar tool (like vise-grips)that would work just as well. Whadda y'all think?[p]Rascal
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JudyFoodie,[p]Just a thought..... Go to your local fire department. (Bring them some eggfood) and ask them where they get their gloves from. Who knows with eggfood they might just give you a pair of gloves. LOL. Or better yet may volunteer to move the plate setter for you the next time you cook. [p]Mike
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MIke in Abita,
OOOOHHHH I like that idea. Could even offer some to the police officers so they'll do more frequent patrols in my neighbourhood to ensure my egg's not stolen. LOL.
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JudyFoodie,[p]STOLEN EGG... Don't even think it. That would ruin my whole month maybe year. HEE HEE [p]Mike
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