pressure cooker question

In article <[email hidden]>,

(Pat Evans) said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

Presto is all we have ever owned. :-)
Mom's Presto lasted over 25 years. We finally replaced it when the
bottom started to get slightly convex.

I have a 5 quart and it works fine for me. I just have to remember to
wet the gasket prior to starting it up as it makes a better seal that
way.

I just give the inside of the lid a quick rinse.
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Pat Evans said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

I've cross - posted this to rec.food.preserving, maybe someone there can
help you...

--
Best
Greg

Pat Evans said:

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic.

A totally absurd statement.

nb

Magefesa Rapid II Super Pressure Cooker
Stainless, ~$100, least moisture loss in Cooks Illustrated testing, easy
pressure release. Made in Spain (I believe), but can be found on the web.

Tom

"Pat Evans" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

This doesn't look like a preserving question.

It's too bad you can't find parts for your Mirro - I think one of my
pressure cookers is a Mirro and if so, I know I'll be just as upset as you
are if I can't find a new gasket when I need one. <sigh>

Presto has been around awhile. They make the most common pressure canner on
the market (at least in my area).

I've been seeing a pressure cooker that doesn't have the weight and looks
pretty slick. I encouraged my Dad to buy it so I could get a good look at
it, but he decided to just keep his old one. ;<

I saw a cool pressure cooker advertised on one of those 'gimme all your
money *right now* TV channels. It was electric, had a timer, no weight,
inserts for multi-layer cooking, all for just over $100. Good thing I'd
hidden my credit card and couldn't find it before the time ran out. ;>

Anyway, back to your question - I wouldn't have a worry about finding Presto
parts and $50 over the life of the pot will be very little per year.

Deb
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Quoted message said:

Pat Evans said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

I've cross - posted this to rec.food.preserving, maybe someone there can
help you...

--
Best
Greg

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notbob said:

Pat Evans said:

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic.

A totally absurd statement.

nb

Nb, everyone is entitled to an opinion. :-)
An old and beloved tool has sentimental value.

Kinda like my Griswold frying pans. I'd not touch a Lodge on a bet!

But again, it's a personal preference!
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In article <[email hidden]>,

(Pat Evans) said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

Sure it would be satisfactory. I use a Presto 6-quart stainless steel
pressure cooker with a 15 psi pressure gauge. Works great.

Have you checked manufacturers' sites for replacements for your Mirro?
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pics of Ronald McDonald House dinner posted 6-24-2007

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Quoted message said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

You might try here for Mirro parts. I've had good luck obtaining the correct
gaskets, etc for an ancient Presto that I own from them

http://www.cookingandcanning.net/seeallmimonu.html

KW

Pat Evans said:

Presto starts about $50, Would Presto
be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

A few years ago, I was checking out the
pressure cookers at a large hardware store,
and they carried a brand which had no gasket.
It was stainless steel, and had a bevelled
edge between the top and the pot. I guess
it held the pressure in just by close fit.

It was expensive, and I didn't need a new
pressure cooker. But at the time I thought
if I were to buy a new pressure cooker and
money was no object, that would be the one
to get.

I haven't seen that type again. I can't
remember the brand. Does anyone know anything
more about that type? I'm wondering how
well it holds the pressure in, and how well
it works otherwise.

Pat Evans said:

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic.

In Germany, such pressure cooker brands as Fissler, Silit, or WMF are
without doubt of at least as good quality as anything that has ever
appeared on the market anywhere. They are indestructible and as safe as
any pressure cookers anywhere. If you can find them in the USA,
consider them.

Victor

Mark Thorson said:

A few years ago, I was checking out the
pressure cookers at a large hardware store,
and they carried a brand which had no gasket.
It was stainless steel, and had a bevelled
edge between the top and the pot. I guess
it held the pressure in just by close fit.

See <http://www.pressurecooker-outlet.com/americancooker.htm>.

Victor

Victor Sack said:

Mark Thorson said:

A few years ago, I was checking out the
pressure cookers at a large hardware store,
and they carried a brand which had no gasket.
It was stainless steel, and had a bevelled
edge between the top and the pot. I guess
it held the pressure in just by close fit.

See <http://www.pressurecooker-outlet.com/americancooker.htm>.

That's it.

Quoted message said:

Quoted message said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

Don't give up until you contact the company about it. Go to the
"Contact Us" part of:
http://www.wearever.com/
And look here as well for parts:
http://www.mirroparts.com/
http://www.cookscorner.com/

On Sat, 30 Jun 2007 07:23:25 -0500, Omelet <[email hidden]>

Quoted message said:

In article <[email hidden]>,

notbob said:

Pat Evans said:

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic.

A totally absurd statement.

nb

Nb, everyone is entitled to an opinion. :-)
An old and beloved tool has sentimental value.

Kinda like my Griswold frying pans. I'd not touch a Lodge on a bet!

But again, it's a personal preference!

Quality is not personal opinion. It can be subjectively measured.
Maybe none of the pressure cookers that she would pay for would
measure up to the quality of her mirromatic, but I guarantee there are
many better.

I have recently discovered a web page: http://www.pressurecooker-outlet.com/
and they have all pressure cooker parts still made, and for Mirro they
have a nice variety, they don't have many handles, but they have a
great gasket selection... see what you think http://www.pressurecooker-outlet.com/mirroparts.htm
.... Hope this helps. -Erica

Omelet said:

In article <[email hidden]>,

(Pat Evans) said:

I have not been able to replace either the gasket or safety fuse for my
1965 mirro matic. The substitute parts now made do not fit properly.

Quoted message said:

None of the pressure cookers on the market can compare in quality with
my now useless mirromatic. New Prestos start around $50. The price
climbs as I get into Fagor and others. I like fresh summer vegetables
cooked in the pc. I no longer use it for any other type of food.
therefore, I never use anything other than 15lbs of pressure Presto
starts about $50, Would Presto be satisfactory or should I invest in a
more expensive pc. Thanks Pat

Presto is all we have ever owned. :-)
Mom's Presto lasted over 25 years. We finally replaced it when the
bottom started to get slightly convex.

I have a 5 quart and it works fine for me. I just have to remember to
wet the gasket prior to starting it up as it makes a better seal that
way.

I just give the inside of the lid a quick rinse.
--
Peace, Om

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