After reading about all the issues with the newer All-American canner I was very nervous about what I would get because I ordered a canner that was listed as like new. In the past I have always been happily surprised that the item was indeed like new but just cost less. I saw the condition of some new ones so I worried about this not new one. Well holding my breath I opened the box and found one ding on the outside of the canner. Everything else looked like new and even the forging marks around the top were only noticeable if you really looked for them and there was no pitting in the lid. I used Vaseline around the lid and pot edge hoping that it would keep it from sticking. Oh my wait was especially anxious because it was to arrive on a Saturday and I had lots of produce that I needed to can or it would surely go bad.
After a quick read of the instructions which had been supplemented by many YouTube videos about using this type canner. First batch was 7 cans of squash since I figured screwing up on them would not be such a loss and I planned on eating them soon after I canned them. Would use them as a practice run. I have canned lots before but always with a hot bath. In hind site I took some chances. Well first batch I did not screw the lids on firmly enough and a good amount of the fluid came out. One lesson learned.
There was a little bit of air escaping around the lid but it held the pressure well. This was described in the manual and said that it would end after a few batches. On my next three batches I did not see this again.
I got no pass-by on the safety seal but the steam vent seems to let some air escape. Hard to tell and I was afraid to tighten it a little more. There was no explanation on this but it did seem to lessen on subsequent batches. The weight to maintain the pressure at the desired setting was very different from my other pressure cooker and I think it will take a little time to figure out when I have the heat set exactly right. The pressure stayed pretty constant as long as I kept it rattling every once in a while but I think it will take some time to learn how to control it better. The first batch I had some problems with getting the lid off. But a slight bump with a screwdriver, (actually a chisel) and it came right open. I did not reapply Vaseline prior to my next 3 batches but I had no trouble getting the lid off. When it drops to zero there still is a slight bit of pressure in there so I loosen the screws, pull the weight and then really loosen the wing nuts and the lid comes right off. I never had a release of steam so even if I opened it wrong there was no steam to hit my skin. The gauge seemed spot on at 10 pounds and read just shy of 15 pounds when the weight was set at 15. As the manual says the gauge is just as a reference but if the weight is releasing steam you are at the right pressure.
My subsequent batches were tomatoes and unlike when I canned using a hot water bath I did have some bottles that would not seal. Apparently some of the tomato pushed through the lid and deposited some seeds. I did some more research and think that I should have cooked the tomatoes first and I would have had less of an issue but everything else sealed up well so I decided to redo these two bottles which were not full of cooked tomatoes. This time I also used 15 pounds and well both sealed well.
Now that I finally bought the canner that I have been wanting for several years I find that thankfully I have no buyers remorse. I guess there might a bit more of a learning curve than I thought but I am always too optimistic and assume that it will go perfect the first time. But in general it is extremely easy to use and compared to my other cooker there is a whole lot less going on where you are wondering if everything is going well. I have a small presto and it seems like it seals in stages so the issue at the steam spout is inconsequential.
It cleaned up easily and has me pretty excited about things I will can vs freeze in the future, such as pasta sauce where I always waited for a cold day where I could set the pot outside to cool. No longer, I can do it on the hottest day. Not too sure about canning meats though except I might do some things like chili or cubes so that I can whip a meal up fast. I usually buy meat on the day I am going to use it so not sure how great a savings it would be. I do think I am going to do soups for lunch.
I would not hesitate to suggest that someone get this canner vs one of the lesser cost ones. I do not doubt that Presto makes a great product but this really is built for a lifetime and made in the US. It seems like it might be more of a hassle to use but I found it pretty simple.
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PRESERVE YOUR FAVORITE FOOD
Did you know pressure canning is the only method the USDA recommends for low-acid foods? All American 1930 Pressure Cookers/Canners make it easy to can fish, meat, vegetables & fruits.
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Our easy-to-read pressure gauge and the overpressure plug help protect you from built-up pressure, and allow it to be released safely.
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| capacity | 14.67 liters | 19 quarts | 19 quarts | 19 quarts | 25 liters | 20 quarts |
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| control method | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch |
| material | Aluminum | — | — | — | Aluminum | Aluminum |
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| weight | 15 pounds | 9.87 kilograms | 11.14 kilograms | 11.27 kilograms | 3.53 ounces | — |
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FABULOUS canner. Very "well behaved."
We have two All American canners. Bought this big one back in 2016 after a particularly rough, full day of canning seven quarts of beans at a time. Never had the need to use it again... until today in 2021. To be honest, I was a little intimidated by it. Today, however, we found ourselves with 50 lbs of meat to can and only 6 hours to do it. (I had to work and it was supposed to come a hard freeze making it too cold to work outside. This canner is WAY too big for use on a "normal" stove. Luckily, we invested in another little gem specifically for canning and we can do it outside where we would normally process our vegetables. Pros and cons as follows:CONS: thin is 'effin HUGE. okokok, so that's a pro and a con. It's extremely heavy, which is to be expected. As a result, it needs a special cooking surface. It is not recommended that you use gas, BUT if you mind the BTU it will be OK. I can't imagine using this canner on any kind of stove burner. Even the reinforced burners would bend under the weight. Keep in mind, while you can process the normal 7 quarts in this thing, it's made to hold 14. And that's what we did. Also, because of the volume of space, it takes longer to heat up and cool down. You need to buy a separate All-American 151 rack. (well, that's the brand I got anyway) You sit it on top of the lower level of jars as a base for the second layer. it only comes with the one that goes on the bottom and you really need two, though not strictly necessary (or so I read... i don't trust it without out.) I also had to research how much water to put in the canner as I'm used to the water completely covering the jars. This one does not. At least, not the upper level. I admit we were nervous, but it worked perfectly. I just wish there had been some instructions. It came with the standard booklet that covers all All American canners and a CD that covers the same.PROS: Though it takes longer to heat for prep, you still gain time. You're processing double the jars. For what we needed it for, along with our smaller All American caner, we processed 42 quarts of meat (90 minutes at 10lbs) in 6 hours. Every jar came out perfect. We only had one not seal, and it wasn't filled as full as it should have been, so our fault. As with all All American canners, I love the wing nuts that hold the lid in place. That is an important safety feature for me, having a healthy fear/respect for the pressure canner of my mother's generation. If you have a stove strong enough to support it, this thing is a game changer in bulk canning. I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner (it took us 5 years to get the nerve to use it. lol) But it's a truly awesome canner. Not sure, but I believe you can process 3 layers of pint jars. Haven't tried that, but I believe it's possible. (though, why you'd want to do that is beyond me. lol)ALL IN ALL... FANTASTIC CANNER!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
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Clearly a durable, lifetime product. Very pleased with this purchase. Can’t wait to start using it.
Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2023Size: 25 qtColor: SilverVerified Purchase
Leobardo
Excelente calidad
Reviewed in Mexico on January 29, 2019Size: 15.5 qtColor: SilverVerified Purchase
Peter M.
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monky R
デカくて便利！飲食店で使用してます。
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kittenje
Heavy, well constructed item.
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