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Review of Medium Country Franklin stove

Country Franklin Medium

Derek Sadler 14 years ago

This stove does not have the sophistication of an air wash system and could be regarded as fairly basic. As I understand it there is very little difference in the design from the time that Benjamin Franklin first designed it in the 1700's. It is not the most fuel efficient stove on the market as there is no seal around the doors and the vent air intake adjustment is very basic. However when used as an open fire with the doors folded back it is much more attractive than any of the closed door models and it does give a really good heat output. We have found that it is worth sacrificing some of the efficiency of the modern stoves for the look and comfort of this much simpler and more basic stove. It is a delight on a cold winters night to see the open fire and feel the heat emanating from it.

Overall rating:

3 flames

Build Quality 4 flames (avg 3.4)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 3.5)
Value for money 4 flames (avg 4)
Ease of use 3 flames (avg 4)
Ease of lighting 4 flames (avg 4.5)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 3.5)
How well does the airwash work 1 flames (avg 1.8)
Controllability 3 flames (avg 2.9)
Handle operation 1 flames (avg 1.8)
How likely are you to buy it again? 3 flames (avg 2.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 3.8)