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Review of Villager A

this stove is hot

Andy Hunt 10 years ago

Heats up our kitchen diner a treat (25'x14'). Very easy to maintain which I do in the summer. Good access to all parts although if replacing the Glass gaskets you will need to soak the retaining nuts in releasing oil for a couple of days, however it has had 20 years of regular use before this was necessary. Probably the best buy we made after the house. Not only would I recommend it, I have often, and several friends now swear by them especially as normal fuel cost are rising.

Stove expert replied: Great review and very good service if no replacement gaskets required in 20years. Releasing oil is a useful thing when moveable parts need attention in a stove and if it can be left usually does the trick enabling nuts, screws ect to be removed successfully.

Overall rating:

5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.4)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 4.6)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4.5)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 4.8)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 4)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 4.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 4.5)