Cobbs on ebay

That's the original design from South Africa. I have one....

The new design sold locally, with the steel mesh outer, is better. Also has a Pot Stand over the fire box which the original doesn't have.

Also the lid on this one is more tapered. The current Aussie one is squarer which allows slightly more room for your roast.

Don't expect to do too much frying on it. I find it's great for roasts etc that are cooked with the lid on but when the lid is taken off you loose all the heat. Plate doesn't get hot enough for frying. DON"T take the lid off too often when cooking or it will take forever.

Personally, if I was buying again I'd buy from the local supplier. That way you get some options to play with. For example, the fry pan they sell doesn't quite fit properly in mine..... :-( Fractionally different diameter.....

I bought it from the same ebay seller and can vouch for him.
Ended up paying $127 delivered.
I don't mind having the old version for that price.

Have made a few roasts and ribs with it.

I've been thinking about getting a Cobb. They are selling the stainless steel model at a camping store here in Townsville for about $229. Is this a good price?
Is there anyone around these parts who'd like to sell theirs?

We bought our Cobb second hand from the Trading Post but after it getting knocked a few times have now bought the stainless steel base. So hint for the day is that if you are buying a new one make sure you upgrade to the mesh base as definately worth it. We love our Cobb Cooker and use it for everything from heating dinners (two Jenny Craig meals will fit in one Cobb) up to cooking pizza, roasts and even if staying in a B&B and they dont have an oven we take it to have a roast.

Definately invest in one as best thing we ever bought.