Size and type of freezer?

[Huntbear]

Bobcat..   see the big pics in the photography section..

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php?topic=100508.0

[PlateauNDN]

In this case, bigger is better for me.

[Bean Counter]

I got a 13' upright on CL for $100. It was ten years old when I got it. Still works after a few years. if you have a family you'll like how you can buy other freezable items in bulk and save.

+1 for bigger is better. Fill up some empty water gallon jugs 80% (expands when frozen) and fill up the space. Not only does this make it energy efficient, it will keep your food cold in a power outage.

[Cylvertip]

Note on frost free - they cycle from freezing temps to just above freezing to get that frost free effect.   I think that's fine for the one in the fridge in the house, but not for one used for long term storage - items wont be good for as long in a frost free model.  Also,  the frost build up will give you a bit more added protection should it loose power, as it will buy you more time.  They are easy enough to defrost if you have them in the garage.  Just wait until it is cold out, empty the freezer contents into coolers or containers, and then hose down the inside of the freezer until it is clear.  You may want to move it to the front of the garage to do that.  My water heater is in the garage, so I hook a hose to the drain spigot on it and use that  - takes about 10-15 minutes if you only do it every 7-8 years.   

[Bob33]

+1 no frost free.  Frost free is bad idea for long term stoeage.

Here is a tip: get a wireless thermometer.  Put sensor in freezer.  Put readout portion where you see it frequently.  If freezer is not working, or too warm or cold you will know.