Weber 7416 Rapidfire Chimney Starter

I used to struggle getting the fire started and resorted to using more than I'd like lighter fluid. Not any more. I am able to get the charcoal going in under 10 minutes with 1 sheet of newspaper and 0 lighter fluid. Great concept and great implementation for not much money! I just wish I knew about this chimney starter earlier; I would have been grilling much more often all that time!

Took it to scout camp last week and was able to get enough coals for two 12" ovens going in about 15 minutes. The coals up to the top of the side vent holes are ready in 10 minutes, the ones above the holes take a few minutes longer. Excellent value for the price.

1. The openings in the vertical grating at the bottom are too narrow to permit insertion of any butane grill lighter I have been able to buy. I have to lift up the canister in order to light the paper in the bottom.

2. After fiddling with newspaper trying to find right amount to use, I have found that using 1/2 of a paper grocery shopping bag (just cut it right up the middle with scissors) is perfect for lighting the chimney without fail.

I don't know what I would do without this! Using a chimney starter makes lighting the charcoal incredibly easy. I use a couple of pieces of newspaper, load it up with charcoal, light and in about 20 minutes it is ready for use. It really is a great help, and at this price a must have.

I BOUGHT THIS PRODUCT FOR ITS PURPOSE AND AFTER READING ALL THE GOOD REVIEWS.GUESS WHAT,,WORKS REALLY WELL AND IM VERY SATISFIED!!!!