Post by: Bean Counter on November 16, 2010, 11:19:43 PM
Its $60 cheaper (ie, 33%) than the one at Costco for $230. Only has a one year warranty compared to Costco's anytime any reason warranty, but I don't know if I want to pay an additional 33% for it.
Other ideas? :hello: :cmp1:
Post by: Bean Counter on November 17, 2010, 04:09:10 PM
I got a used General Electric upright freezer from Cl for $100. Its 10 years old, but I'm hoping GE's name on it means it will last. Should be much easier to dig around for what I want than a chest freezer.
Post by: Ihuntelk2 on November 17, 2010, 04:21:28 PM
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Post by: Bean Counter on November 21, 2010, 04:45:22 AM
Post by: Jason on November 21, 2010, 01:56:20 PM
Yes, I like the ability to organize this standup freezer. However, keep in mind that a chest freezer is much more energy efficient, since cold air doesn't pour out of it each time you open it. Also, in the event of a power outage, your items will remain cold much longer.didn't know there was a difference, they both have doors, you have to open the door on both to access the inside, does the cold air not escape when you open the door on a chest freezer?
Post by: Michelle_Nelson on November 21, 2010, 03:03:59 PM
For Taxidermy purposes I prefer a chest freezer because I can get a lot more stuff in them. Plus I am dealing with bigger items. For home use I like an upright. I can keep it more organized with baskets and such. I am dealing with smaller items and when you have to dig through 200 little packages of meat to get to the steak at the bottom it is a royal pain in the butt. NEVER get a "Frost Free" freezer. For long term storage it will freezer burn stuff much faster.
Post by: high country on November 21, 2010, 03:21:08 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on November 22, 2010, 07:48:40 PM
...NEVER get a "Frost Free" freezer. For long term storage it will freezer burn stuff much faster.
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I did a little reading on this and I am 100% with Michelle. Apparently all a frost free freezer does is warm up and thaw out a bit, then refreeze. :bdid: building up that layer of frost avoids mini cooking episodes of your meat and also insulates better and therefore saves energy. Its probably also a good thing to have to review what's in your freezer once or twice a year.
......I keep several....as in 50ish gallons of ice in there to fill space and it is still big.
I also am with this--not only will it keep your energy costs down, but in the event of a power outtage, it will help keep your stuff cold until the power comes back.