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Tongs
EggHeadinFlorida
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I am in desperate need of a decent Tong to cook with.
These ones that I have been buying from Kmart Walmart Publix etc are all too flimsy or just a PITA to handle.
What are you guys using?
These ones that I have been buying from Kmart Walmart Publix etc are all too flimsy or just a PITA to handle.
What are you guys using?
XL bge, Mini max & 36 BS Griddle.
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Vollrath and Cuisipro are the only ones I could see names. I hate the ones that aren't rolled into a complete "C" on the shafts and catch your hands.
Steve
Caledon, ON
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Cooks Illustrated winner was the Oxo 16" tongs. I have two pair, just in case on set is dirty. I use them a lot!
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Oxo tongs. I have at least a half dozen of them. They are light but sturdy.
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Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time
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had to go look it up....that would drive me nuts until I got used to it. What about the precious meat juice loss from it sticking into the meat? (Being sarcastic here)RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!
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Key is to not think - just stick and flip! BTW yes a leftie needs a leftie flipper.Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time
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I like this one
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I think I'll stick with tongs for flipping my chicken wings. Or trout. Or ears of corn. Or...RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again..“Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk -
RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!
Ron, Ron, Ron. What about asparagus, green beans, fish and potatoes?Steve
Caledon, ON
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Oh no you didn'ttikigriller said:
had to go look it up....that would drive me nuts until I got used to it. What about the precious meat juice loss from it sticking into the meat? (Being sarcastic here)RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!-----------------------------------------analyze adapt overcome2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky. -
He's got mad skillz. He can flip the beans with that thing!Little Steven said:RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!
Ron, Ron, Ron. What about asparagus, green beans, fish and potatoes?Chicago, IL - Large and Small BGE - Weber Gasser and Kettle -
Then I use a round cornered spatula.Little Steven said:RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!
Ron, Ron, Ron. What about asparagus, green beans, fish and potatoes?Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time -
Costco had these a while back. I like them a lot.
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The ol' man speaks truth. One cook learning curve. They are IV catheter bevel sharp, will flip anything grill related. I have an older wood/metal Weber set that is dear to my heart, but they now collect dust.RRP said:Once you have moved on to Pig Tail Flippers you'll never use tongs again. They grab securely and a simple flip of the wrist and the task is done. And yes I'm the guy who uses mine to flip pancakes!
WallyWorld sells great, cheap, metal tongs. Use a couple of those for the KBQ, snake, and Minion fires. Nice and long.
Cannot stand my short All Clad ones.
Half the time I quick grab and flip with my so called "asbestos hands".
This all boils down to personal preference.BrandonQuad Cities
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Hmmmm, pigtail flipper. I've seen them but have never tried one. Better go you tube it.Bill Denver, CO
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Made by Jaccard, two in a set. The wood ones have a flat spot to keep from rolling when put on a table, and a leather loop to hang. Love mine. Big one for the house, little one in the mobile kitchen tote.BrandonQuad Cities
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My pleasure!!!BilZol said:Hmmmm, pigtail flipper. I've seen them but have never tried one. Better go you tube it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF6O9oYXlA8&feature=youtu.be
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Tongs seem easier to me
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Worth it for pulling sauced ribs alone. No gunked up tongs to clean all the way up the handle.BrandonQuad Cities
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My first thought was trying to get ribs out of my cabinet using those. They are probably good for an egg but it seems like not so good for others.Focker said:Worth it for pulling sauced ribs alone. No gunked up tongs to clean all the way up the handle. -
Me too.Lit said:Tongs seem easier to me
Was kinda surprised that in that video the fellow didn't go on to show us how he folds his laundry with the Pig Tail flipper. Or goes thru his mail. Or riffling thru a file cabinet at the office.
“Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk -
And the ones in his video are so short. If that grill was hot that video would have looked way different with lots of cussing.HeavyG said:
Me too.Lit said:Tongs seem easier to me
Was kinda surprised that in that video the fellow didn't go on to show us how he folds his laundry with the Pig Tail flipper. Or goes thru his mail. Or riffling thru a file cabinet at the office. -
Go purchase some from a reasturant supply.Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax
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Edlund tongs are my favorite. They're American made don't flex and twist like the cheapos. I have three 9in and one twelve. I bought them at a local restaurant supply house. here's a link. http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-149187/?affsrcid=AFF0001&utm_source=channeladvisor&utm_medium=CSE&utm_campaign=connexity&szredirectid=14759761487730593798610080302008005&CA_6C15C=120120820000017949
Just an fyi I have a pig flipper.
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I like my ribs pretty tender - pig tail would pull away a bone :-) but may buy one for steak/chop/chicken cooks!“There are three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who has the same first name as a city; and never get involved with a woman with a tattoo of a dagger on her body.”
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For the KBQ, I pull the grids, then transfer each slab with the Jaccard, onto a sheet of foil to loosely wrap and hold.Lit said:
My first thought was trying to get ribs out of my cabinet using those. They are probably good for an egg but it seems like not so good for others.Focker said:Worth it for pulling sauced ribs alone. No gunked up tongs to clean all the way up the handle.Hans61 said:I like my ribs pretty tender - pig tail would pull away a bone :-) but may buy one for steak/chop/chicken cooks!
Was a concern at first too, thought they were gimmicky, until I used actually them.
Haven't lost a rack yet.BrandonQuad Cities
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I have a couple of Vollrath brand that I like. Found them at a restaurant supply house. They had every size ever made, I think! This style...
Hate the ones with the sliding lock that always seems to lock all by itself.
May have to try the pigtail.I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
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SOLD! Thanks for the video. Gotta have one now just for the coolness factor.RRP said:
My pleasure!!!BilZol said:Hmmmm, pigtail flipper. I've seen them but have never tried one. Better go you tube it.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF6O9oYXlA8&feature=youtu.beBill Denver, CO
XL, 2L's, and MM -
I have 3 of these. I love them
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Q3QUQ0/ref=twister_B004Q3QUQA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Large BGE from Normal, IL -
You misspelled "thong".
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