When Aaron and Stacy Franklin opened up a small barbecue trailer in Austin, Texas in 2009, they had no idea what they had gotten themselves into. Since then, Franklin Barbecue has grown to legendary, bucket list status, and become the most sought after smoked meat in the land.
As a self-proclaimed tinkerer—known to obsess over the precise details of heat efficiency and cooking functionality — Aaron has found multiple ways to share his passion and knowledge of the smoked arts beyond his famed restaurant, including books, online tutorials, sauces, spices, and backyard pits (like the one pictured). And now, for the first time ever, a partnership and custom grill! Aaron discovered the Original PK grill way back in the day, and fell in love with its design and performance. Over the years, Aaron’s constant engagement with Original PK led to a friendship with the folks behind the brand. Thus, a hot-rodded PK was born, resulting in this Special Edition PK+Franklin Grill. Let the magic begin.
Please visit franklinbbq.com to learn more about Franklin Barbecue and cool stuff designed to make smoking and grilling better and more fun.
NEW AND IMPROVED!
We call it the New Original because at the heart of its upgraded retro architecture, our grill embodies the spirit and pure cooking simplicity of the very first cast aluminum PK Grill to come out of its mold in 1952.
Still built to cook. Still built to last. As always, 100% Original.
THE ORIGINAL PK’S CONSTRUCTION IS RUST-PROOF
Your PK will be with you through decades of sunshine, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, disco music, you name it. PK grills produced before the moon landing are still cooking strong to this day, so buying a rust-proof aluminum PK saves you dollars in the long run.
THE ORIGINAL PK’S CONSTRUCTION IS RUST-PROOF
Your PK will be with you through decades of sunshine, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, disco music, you name it. PK grills produced before the moon landing are still cooking strong to this day, so buying a rust-proof aluminum PK saves you dollars in the long run.
WHAT’S NEW
- Radial top vents and bottom vents with easy access control levers
- Improved Dura-hinge™ for more precise open and close
- Improved cast aluminum capsule with precise lid seal
- Interior ash control system contains ash and pre-heats air entering the capsule for a more efficient burn
- Large, ergonomic Durabilium™ lid handle
- Custom cast-aluminum wheels with rubber tires
- More shelf space. You get two big, roomy cast aluminum shelves for all your meat, prep, mise en place or or just a place to set your cocktail. The best part, they lock the capsule in place when deployed and then fold down when not in use*
- Side shelf has built-in tow handle
- Belly bar to hang towels and tools*
- Speed rack to keep sheet pans and ingredients handy*
- Custom color
BUILT TO COOK
- A capable grill and smoker
- Excels at low/slow AND hot/fast cooks
- Proprietary shape ideal for 2-zone cooking
- Cast aluminum = even heat
- Hinged cooking grid for easy coal management
- Ash containment
BUILT TO LAST
- Rustproof aluminum capsule
- 20-year warranty
- Lugged cart construction
- Durabilium™ lid handle
- Cast-in Durahinge™ won’t rust or break
- Real rubber wheel with aluminum rim
4 POINT VENTING
Our patented venting shape for exceptional Two-Zone grilling. Enjoy superior direct high heat cooking and indirect low & slow cooking!
Ideal For High Heat
Ideal for Long Cooks
How the PK Grill Compares to the competition
GAS BRAAIS: Gas braais are convenient to switch on and off, but you won’t get that authentic flavour from a gas flame. The smokey taste imparted by burning wood or charcoal is what outdoor cooking is all about. Many gas braais are made from low-quality sheet metal components that can deteriorate or corrode over time. Spending R10k to R20k every few years to replace a rusted or broken gas braai can become quite costly.
PELLET BRAAIS: Pellet braais can offer a bit more flavor compared to gas braais, but they rely on mechanical augers to feed small pellets into the cooking chamber. These augers are prone to jamming and breaking, as are the electronic components needed to control their operation. Pellet braais require electricity to function, which makes them less portable. If you plan to use a pellet braai, forget about cooking at the campsite, beach, or tailgate without a generator.
KAMADO BRAAIS: Ceramic egg-shaped braais have gained popularity due to their excellent cooking performance. Unfortunately, kamado braais are constructed from porcelain, making them extremely heavy, delicate, and not very portable. Once a Kamado gets hot, it retains heat for an extended period, making it challenging to adjust the temperature. In contrast, a cast aluminum PK Braai can efficiently regulate temperature by adjusting vents and fuel.
OTHER CHARCOAL BRAAIS: So, if charcoal braais are the top choice for flavor, why settle for just any charcoal braai? Typical charcoal braais usually have only two vents, one on top for exhaust and another below. This limits your control over airflow and heat distribution. Many of these braais are poorly built and susceptible to rusting. The cost of replacing a rusted or broken braai every few years can add up over time. Invest in a PK Braai and enjoy worry-free grilling.
Warranty Information
We stand behind the PK Grill & Smoker completely. If you are not entirely satisfied with your new PK Grill & Smoker, we want to know about it. Contact us immediately to resolve the issue at hi@firesmiths.co or +27 83 354 0824
This item is covered by PK’s 30 Day Rust Free is Risk Free Satisfaction Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with the PK 360 Grill & Smoker, return it to us for any reason.
Portable Kitchens, Inc. hereby warrants to the original consumer-purchaser this new “Portable Kitchen” grill and smoker to be free from defective material or workmanship at the time of purchase. Portable Kitchens, Inc. warrants the cast aluminum bowl and lid for a period of twenty (20) years from the date of purchase; the cooking and charcoal grates, if constructed of stainless steel, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase, and otherwise for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase; the plastic components for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase; all other metal parts and accessories for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase; grill covers for two (2) years from the date of purchase; and the temperature gauge for one (1) year from the date of purchase.
