Now, they offer an electric model for those folks seeking convenience in barbecuing, carefree cooking or, due to regulations, cannot have the charcoal variety. (I know one of the managers at Old Smoky who only uses the electric model!)

The Old Smokey® Electric Smoker (also known as the "Redi-Smok") is a totally unique approach to cooking. It’s electric! It has a sealed lid to keep the juices in, which means there’s no need to add any water to keep the meat moist and flavorful. The flat top design provides constant even basting. It has two cooking racks and an adjustable heat control for added versatility.

It’s electric and practically foolproof. It'll work for hamburgers, but its better for roasts, turkeys, briskets, fish and vegetables.

Near the bottom is a 1250W heating element that gets to about 400ºF (200ºC) with the variable heat control set on "high." You can adjust it down to whatever temperature you want by turning the heat control.

Old Smokey Electric Specifications:       15" (38 cm) diameter body       14 ½" (37 cm) diameter top grill       12 ½" (32 cm) diameter bottom grill       29" (74 cm) tall       287 sq. in. (1850 sq. cm) combined cooking area       1250 watt heating element       100ºF - 400ºF (35ºC - 200ºC) continuously variable cooking temperature