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Post by chipperhiker on Sept 26, 2007 12:46:17 GMT -5
I thought it might help if we knew who has experience with specific stoves, so when there's a question about a model-specific feature, or even a color-specific question, we'll know who to refer them to.
So, what kind of stove do you have? I know it's a poll, but it would be great if folks could reply with some specifics if they're willing to field future questions. If you have any extra details, like an unusual thermostat, a specific pre-model A, or a fun color, tell us about that, too!
I'll start: I have two 61Cs, and a 90C. One yellow, one blue, one green.
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Post by haasfan on Sept 26, 2007 13:04:53 GMT -5
Peter and I have a 1951 White 61C. We have recently changed her name from Francis Bavier Chambers - in honor of Aunt Bee- to Uncle Morris. Uncle Morris broiled a steak for me on a Chambers when I was 15. I had no idea he had a Chambers until another family member stopped by and said "OH MY GD! You have Uncle Morris's stove!!!!"
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Post by annbro on Sept 26, 2007 13:10:56 GMT -5
I'm currently working on a 61C. I have it in pieces at the moment -- kind of scary. I've rechromed all the chrome parts, and I'll be sending some pieces off for new porcelain shortly. I have a lot to learn about putting it all back together, so I'm sure I'll pester you all with a bunch of questions.
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Post by FatFutures on Sept 26, 2007 13:54:30 GMT -5
I can't vote! WAAAAAAAAH!
90C 61C 41C B
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Post by treatmaker on Sept 26, 2007 14:50:11 GMT -5
I have a white B. She's my baby. He name is Mrs. B after the show Hazel. She's just like Mrs. B - beautiful and elegant.
Treatmaker
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Post by pipercollins on Sept 26, 2007 16:20:53 GMT -5
Unfortunately, I can't vote four times that I have a model B. Actually I'm down to three...but still.
(And no category for a low-back B. You really have to consider those of us with completion fetishes.)
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Post by antheat on Sept 26, 2007 16:52:51 GMT -5
I have a C - think its a 60 because she has the low back - she's a sort of salmon-pink/brown color And we have a working burner-with-a-brain *cheeky grin* and her name is Ms. CopperTone on account of everyone thought she was a copper initially *
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Post by ahappycamper on Sept 26, 2007 18:33:37 GMT -5
Have 61C in white.
Used to own a B many years ago.
Janice
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Post by chipperhiker on Sept 26, 2007 20:14:05 GMT -5
Piper, you'll note that there's no separate category for high vs. lowback Cs, either. I had a really long list with even colors sorted out, but it was excessive. I gave it the ax in favor of stove categories that were actually functionally different.
This is fun, though. I hope everyone chimes in eventually.
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Post by falcon on Sept 26, 2007 20:40:44 GMT -5
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Post by fiveowife on Sept 26, 2007 20:55:01 GMT -5
Before I vote, what is the difference in a 60C or a 61C?
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Post by damnoldhippie on Sept 26, 2007 22:53:21 GMT -5
Your builtins rock, Falcon...totally...
ps for poll purposes: Jezebel is a Freedom Red 90C
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Post by donmattera on Sept 27, 2007 6:36:29 GMT -5
As Most of you know I restore Chambers so I have a little of everything
A B"s BZ -chrome top and black top 90C Various colors 60C and YES an imperial it's a basket case at this point, but I hope to get it together for my kitchen. I'm thinking Black with copper knobs
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Post by cdclaycomb on Sept 27, 2007 8:55:03 GMT -5
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Post by pipercollins on Sept 27, 2007 9:04:56 GMT -5
Piper, you'll note that there's no separate category for high vs. lowback Cs, either. I had a really long list with even colors sorted out, but it was excessive. I gave it the ax in favor of stove categories that were actually functionally different. This is fun, though. I hope everyone chimes in eventually. Oh yeah. I'll be. If I actually read things I see that although you mention both 61C and 90C, it's the same poll choice. Must be getting old. I've put in a few of these polls in the past and I know what a challenge it can be to try to be thorough and still edit a topic down to a wieldy list.
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Post by damnoldhippie on Sept 27, 2007 10:02:18 GMT -5
and YES an imperial it's a basket case at this point, but I hope to get it together for my kitchen. I'm thinking Black with copper knobs Ooooooooooo...having seen the pics of your C done up in black with the copper handles, that Imperial would be a killer done that way!
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Post by antheat on Sept 27, 2007 10:06:11 GMT -5
I can't vote! WAAAAAAAAH! GREEDY! *lol*
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Post by annbro on Sept 27, 2007 11:25:39 GMT -5
This is my understanding: 90C = highback 61C = lowback 41C = lowback with 4 burners and no griddle
Is that right? Is there any such thing as a 60C?
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Post by chipperhiker on Sept 27, 2007 11:49:39 GMT -5
Right on, Annbro!
No 60Cs. Only 61Cs.
Don, you're killing us here with this Imperial thing!! We need pictures right away!
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Post by cdclaycomb on Sept 27, 2007 13:18:39 GMT -5
Don has an Imperial?!! Damn, the things you miss when on vacation!
Pictures pronto pretty please!!
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Post by FatFutures on Sept 27, 2007 13:34:50 GMT -5
Ummmm.... NO!!! the 41C came with and without a griddle.
I've got a 4 burner w/griddle.
Don, I've seen your pictures and I'm dying to see the restored product! So very jealous!
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Post by chipperhiker on Sept 27, 2007 16:09:45 GMT -5
Sorry, Annbro. I forgot how to read there for a minute. You said you thought the 41C came without a griddle, and I read it as came with a griddle, so I agreed with you. My bad. The few actual ads I've seen only showed the 41C with the griddle, so I assumed they all had it. The one Chambers Model C I've seen (pictures of) without the griddle was one I think belongs to Don Mattera, and I think there was some discussion as to its model number at the time. Am I remembering correctly, Don, that you have the C sans griddle? If so, does its model tag also say that it's a 41C, or is it something else altogether?
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Post by FatFutures on Sept 27, 2007 17:07:54 GMT -5
If I remember correctly, Don's is a 41c sans griddle.
Then again... my memory isn't all it used to be...
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Post by chipperhiker on Sept 27, 2007 17:42:33 GMT -5
It seems that the 41C was a bit of a catch-all: I've seen high and lowbacks, and now a sans griddle.
So, I guess if it's an odd Model C, there's a fair chance it's a 41C.
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Post by donmattera on Sept 27, 2007 18:08:56 GMT -5
Sorry to create such a stir about the imperial, I will try to get some pics up asap but mind you it's a basket case. A carcass and lots of boxes. The 41c? I have does not have a griddle/broiler. If I can dig through the rest of the stuff in the shop I'll check the tag for the official info.
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Post by fiveowife on Sept 27, 2007 19:51:49 GMT -5
Ok, I am getting smarter every day thanks to all of you educated Chambers people! I have a 61C. Ok, so what is an Imperial? besides evidently being the best thing ever!
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Post by haasfan on Sept 27, 2007 22:21:08 GMT -5
the imperial puts a crown on your head...the double chambers. the king and queen of ranges. the romeo and juliet, the beverly and the hillbillies... a regal monster worhty of the finest mansion and greatest chefs. a real piece of work!
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Post by cdclaycomb on Sept 28, 2007 7:05:12 GMT -5
Here's an 1936 Imperial restored by Antique Appliances in Clayton, GA.
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Post by FatFutures on Sept 28, 2007 7:08:24 GMT -5
It's WAY too early in the day to be drooling like blithering idiot.
Thanks, Debi!
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Post by cdclaycomb on Sept 28, 2007 7:10:22 GMT -5
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