Used PBC

[jumbo7676]

Came across a used PBC for sale and wondering if it is worth it. Should I be concerned with the rust around the top? Does that need to be cleaned up? Would that be easy to do?

It's was listed for $199, but I think I can get it down to $150. Trying to decide if it is worth it or if I should I wait a bit and save a few extra bucks to buy a new one.

This is 100% want, 0% need.

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[pkadare]

Sorry but your picture didn't show up.

[pkadare]

Not having seen the picture, I'd definitely be concerned about any rust on the exterior for sure.

[RustyHaines]

I am a PBC owner/user/believer and that price seems high if there is rust involved. IMO of course.

[jumbo7676]

Confirms what I was thinking. As one of the less expensive cookers, might as well pay full price for a new one when I am ready for it. If I had more free time, I'd try building my own, but free time is hard to come by these days.

[Livermoron]

Bingo. As a PBC zealot myself, you wouldn't be paying much more for a new one, and the customer service is fantastic!

[jecucolo]

For $150 I’d buy it if is just a little surface rust. If it is actually deteriorating then I’d pass.

[N227GB]

A PBC is the best bang for the buck, get a new one. A PBC shouldn't be rusting if it's cared for.