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I'm thinking about buying a Foodsaver Vacuum Packaging System.
I will probally be using it for fish, meat, vegetables from garden, etc. (Anybody try vacuuming sweetcorn on the cob and how fresh tasting is it.
I see Walmart has one size for $99 and Cabela's has them from $159-$499. Is there that much in quality difference?
Thanks for your help!
Rick
Gull Lake Guy
07-31-2001, 11:17 AM
I have what I believe is the model 550-got it at Mills Fleet farm. Absolutely love it for fish, venison, and vegetables. Make sure the fillets are relatively dry before you package them. I just had a meal of panfish caught last january, and there was no hint of freezer burn. Once you have one, you will wish you had bought it sooner. Good Luck
Grey Wolf
07-31-2001, 11:54 AM
I agree with everything Gull Lake Guy said. I love mine, use it for everything. fish, wild game and bulk foods from the store. Makre sure hte fish are dry before you pack them though. I bought mine for 100 buck from Sportsman Guide, it was suppose to be refurbished. I figured they probably replaced the pump. I love it. I bring it to Canada and package fish for 10 guys up there. You won't be disappointed. I would however make sure you are buy the Foodsaver model. My first one was not a Foodsaver and I ended up giving that one away.
fish bait
07-31-2001, 12:22 PM
ordered mine from the tv ad.absoluty love it.
curt quesnell
07-31-2001, 01:18 PM
yes it works good for corn on the cob.
ummmmmmmmmmmmmmreal good.....................
curt quesnell
Why is it so important that they are dry?
Jigbite
07-31-2001, 04:39 PM
They need to be dry so you don't suck moisture into the foodsaver. We love ours, you can't beat the original Food Saver.
Curt,
Is the corn on the cob vacuum sealed as good as canned corn 6 months later out of the freezer? Also, do you have to boil the corn for so long before putting the corn in the vac. bag.
Thanks much for all the responses.
Rick
pwuebker
07-31-2001, 06:44 PM
Her's anopthe vote for them. i love mine for meat, veges and leftovers.
curt quesnell
08-01-2001, 02:04 AM
good question...now i have to ask my wife. i think you
need to boil or blanche it or something...i will check
and post....anyone know?
curt quesnell
I agree with all the rest. The Food Saver is a great device. I take it with me on fishing trips and the fish is just as fresh as when you caught it. Haven't done much with vegies yet, but meats and cheeses are imediately vacumed when I come home from the store. Leftover casseroles are great and used on fishing trips. Just boil the water and place the bag in it and, wallah......a meal in a bag.
You can't go wrong.
Ed
Bought mine at wal mart for 100 bucks and love it. works great. I would recommend buying the bags on a roll and cut the bag to size each time. Dont even debate this one, I wish i would have bought one years ago.
Gull Lake guy:
What did you have to give for the 550 model at Fleet Farm? It sounds like you guys really like them and use them alot. Does a person have to spend $400 on one???
Gull Lake Guy
08-01-2001, 10:15 AM
I actually got it as a gift, but I believe it was $129.00 I cannot see any reason to spend upwards of $400.00 for one of these, unless the more expensive models have features you feel you need. We usually purchase bags at Sam's club, and i agree it is best to purchase them in rolls and then cut them to the desired length. I have a roll of freezer tape and a permanent marker, and after packaging the food, I simply write down the date and what is contained in the package(especially the number of fillets). I keep the unit,bags,tape, and marker in a clear plastic storage box, and it goes in the back of my Yukon right after I plug in the lights on the boat trailer. Good Luck
Thanks to everybody who responded to the Foodsaver Post. I'm heading out tomorrow to buy one.
Rick