Saturday 10/31/09, I stopped at a True Value hardware store. I was shocked to see a new for 2010 Weber FirePlace. Store owner said it was at the show (hardware show?), and that everyone was quite surprised at the return of the FirePlace, since they had heard no rumors, and yet there it was... So, he ordered a few for stock.
But on top of it, were wood handles, with Weber logos on the wood.
So, the long wait may be over for real official replacement Weber wood handles for older products. Also, the bolt on handles could be used for handles on the WSMs (not that any of us would misuse parts in any way).
He also had in stock a new brick red Performer still in the box, but was unaware of the new Platinum, and had not yet ordered one.
So, everyone, keep your eyes out for new products arriving soon at your favorite retailers! Sorry, Chris, can't kick the tires at Amazon.
But on top of it, were wood handles, with Weber logos on the wood.
So, the long wait may be over for real official replacement Weber wood handles for older products. Also, the bolt on handles could be used for handles on the WSMs (not that any of us would misuse parts in any way).
He also had in stock a new brick red Performer still in the box, but was unaware of the new Platinum, and had not yet ordered one.
So, everyone, keep your eyes out for new products arriving soon at your favorite retailers! Sorry, Chris, can't kick the tires at Amazon.