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All American 921 21-1/2-Quart Pressure Cooker/Canner

by All American
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (453 customer reviews)

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  • 21-1/2-quart pressure cooker/canner holds 19 pint jars or 7 quart jars
  • Made of durable, hand-cast aluminum with attractive satin finish
  • Exclusive "metal-to-metal" sealing system for a steam-tight seal; no gaskets
  • Geared steam gauge, automatic overpressure release; settings of 5 psi, 10 psi, and 15 psi
  • 15-3/8 inches high with 12-1/4-inch inside diameter; made in USA

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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 16 x 15 x 17 inches ; 20 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 24 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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  • ASIN: B00004S88Z
  • Item model number: 921
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (453 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #443 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
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Product Description

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This heavy-duty pressure cooker's large capacity is probably best utilized for canning (though it would also be great for a number of cooking tasks). A pressure cooker is generally recommended when canning vegetables and nonacid fruit, since the high heat that can be generated will kill more bacteria than a regular hot water bath. Made from cast aluminum, with sturdy screws to seal the lid to the pot, this pressure cooker requires no rubber or plastic gaskets or rings. Its 21-1/2-quart capacity holds 19 pint jars or 7 quart jars. A three-setting pressure regulator valve is included, and the pressure gauge gives a clear reading. Made in Wisconsin, this is an American classic. --Julija Gelazis

Product Description

Heavy Cast Aluminum Pressure Cooker/Canner


Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
674 of 678 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great pressure canner July 5, 2002
By A Customer
This is a very high quality, heavy weight canner. It practically screams, "Industrial strength!" The slide clips and screw-downs securely fasten the lid to the pot. No blow-outs with this baby. The weighted pressure gauge makes operation almost foolproof. And no gasket required! Before purchasing a canner, I did a lot of reading in the rec.food.preserving news group. I saw endless inquiries about sources for gaskets for canners ranging from a few years old to many decades old. It was clear some of these people had spent many, many hours in search of a gasket. Avoiding the need for a gasket became a major criteria for my purchase.

I've had my canner for a couple years and am still impressed with the quality. There are only two negatives I can think of. The heavy weight of the canner is a plus for strength and longevity, but it can work against you. The canner weighs 20 pounds when it's empty. Unless you work out regluarly, you're not going to fill the canner on the counter and then carry it to the stove. The other potential negative is the height. This canner requires at least a 16 inch clearance over your range. If your range has an upper oven the canner might not fit.
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219 of 226 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars If you are considering buying any other canner......... February 8, 2004
send me the money and I'll throw it away for you. I received my Grandmother's when she passed away and have more that pleased with it. I can't add anything the other reviews other that mine is over 30 year old it is in perfect shape. I've been told that my Grandmother sent 1000's of cans through this in her day and I intend to do the same. The company's web site is very good if you need replacement parts but I doubt you'll ever need them. I had my local Ag extension agent test my gauge (the original) and it is still accurate enough for canning. This is the only part that should ever really need replacing since it does not have a seal. I am fortunate enough to have the old school Instruction and Recipes book (list price ˘60) that has canning recipes that I have not been able to find anywhere else. Buy this and pass it on to your grandchildren!!!
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248 of 258 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent pressure Canner, pretty good pressure cooker December 17, 2002
By A Customer
I've had my Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry All American pressure canner for a couple of years, and I'm still very happy with the purchase. I can use it to make a humongous batch of chicken stock, then turn around and can that very batch... I agree with the comments made by the first two reviewers concerning its weight, size, etc. This will outlast you and your kids. Very well made, and the company has a full line of replacement parts should they ever be needed.

I give this five stars as a canner, and three as a cooker. The only reason I downrate it slightly as a cooker is that it is so big and unwieldy. If you regularly have to cook huge batches of food, though, this may be just what you need. If you don't ordinarily cook up enough to feed an army, you might be happier with a smaller (say, 6 to 8 quart) pressure cooker (I love my Kuhn Rikon 6 quart stockpot). Also: if you are planning to can a LOT of stuff, you might consider getting the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry model 930--it can handle 14 quart jars at a time, whereas this one can only handle 7 quart jars.

All in all, a very well made item. Get this and a copy of Lorna Sass's "Cooking Under Pressure", a copy of the Ball Blue Book, and go conquer the (canning) world.

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82 of 84 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Heaviest Duty Canner For Home Use! July 3, 2009
I needed to get a pressure canner in order to process foods that aren't suitable for the standard water-bath method. After doing some research online, I found the All American line, which I believe is unequalled in construction and quality. Being involved in manufacturing for many years, I understand and appreciate quality and good engineering -- especially from an American firm. It seems that almost all cookware comes from overseas, and a lot of it is built with price, not performance, as the prime design consideration.

Not so with the All-American. Photos don't do justice to this product. When you open the box and lift it out for the first time, you'll see what I mean. This thing is HEAVY. It looks like something you might see in a laboratory or commercial kitchen, although the manual specifically states it's only for home use. I think it may have something to do with ambulance chasing lawyers and product liability, because this thing has more warning labels than any cookware I've ever seen.

In fact, at over 20 lbs. empty, this can be a problem for some people, my wife included. She simply can't safely maneuver this baby around when it's full. Forget about washing it. That's MY job.

I really like the metal seal. Having a rubber seal on a pressure cooker go bad is a real pain, and you almost never seem to have a spare, or if you do, you can't find it, and it's not like you can run down to Wal Mart and pick one up even if you want to. At 15 to 20 bucks each for replacements, plus the hassle of picking them up, this will add up to real savings in cash and headaches over the many years you own this product. I can't imagine anyone being able to wear one out with any reasonable care at all.
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91 of 95 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The best canner/pressure cooker I've owned... June 19, 2003
By Deb
I do lots of cooking and canning - sometimes just for family, sometimes for large gatherings - and this cooker has made that chore much easier. Even when cooking for family, I'll make 2 chickens at a time, that way I won't have to cook another night. While the chickens are cooking, I'll also have stock to make rice or soup with. Forgot about cooking dinner? This baby can take 2 frozen rabbits from the freezer to the dinner table in less than an hour. Its large size makes canning large batches quick work. The only drawback I have is washing it - it is heavy, and if you don't have a big enough sink or a hose to rinse it out, then your in for a workout. I have a double sink and it fits in nicely - a must for anyone with a large family !
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Works Great
I love this pressure cooker. No leakage at all with no gasket to ever worry about. I have canned a few messes of green beans with it and it worked flawlessly. Great product.
Published 1 day ago by Mr. Dale A. Stagg
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this cooker
Great pressure cooker!! Made this newbie not so scared to get her hands dirty again!! Easy to use. Can't wait to start the next round!!
Published 3 days ago by New'canner
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Pressure Cooker
I am so impressed with this pressure cooker I don't know where to start. First off, I have never used one with the weight, only a gauge. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Jerry
5.0 out of 5 stars pressure canner/cooker
Have not used it yet just got it two days ago. but can all ready see I'm going to love it.. But it is heavy
Published 7 days ago by Gail E. Eller
5.0 out of 5 stars All AMERICAN canner
I purchased this canner because of the fact I had grown up with my mother using one for 30+ years. I fully expect this purchase to last myself for the same amount of time. Read more
Published 7 days ago by clara crooks
5.0 out of 5 stars Do not let the price scare you!
This my 2nd pressure/canner and the All American is a far superior model than the first one (different mfg). Read more
Published 8 days ago by Christine Smart
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I wanted
This pressure canner is everything I wanted it to be and more. This products stands up to hype. It is the best.
Published 8 days ago by Dean A Wood
5.0 out of 5 stars Made to last a life time and then some
This product is heavy duty it is made from solid aluminum need i say more
one word of caution do not use the pressure recommendations for the recipes over 15 psi in the... Read more
Published 10 days ago by Z Whittaker
5.0 out of 5 stars perfection
It is said you get what you pay for.
That could not ring more true than this prime example of a quality made American product. Read more
Published 10 days ago by dr
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the money
To start, I believe I need to mention this is my first Pressure Cooker and Canner. - as such my first times doing canning (the reason for purchase)
Now for my novice inputs:... Read more
Published 10 days ago by Collin Parkhurst
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