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47 of 47 found the following review helpful:
this is a good pot, but the glass dome may be a big problem Jul 25, 2007
By Michael Flemming
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You need to know: there is a problem with the glass domes. The glass dome screws into the metal lid, and the glass screw threads break off on their own from the heat. Ive gone through 3 domes now. It wasnt uncommon to find shards of glass on top of the filter basket.
I use this pot at home, as I like perked coffee better- and there's darn few real percolators left. BTW, if youre thinking about buying an electric model, they all feature "fast brew" technology, and dont perk long enough. This pot is solid, but has a few shortcomings: the handle is a little unconfortable, but if you use a pot holder,(as it's designed for) it's fine. The body, lid, and basket are sturdy. The bottom is thick and sits flat on a glass cook top. But the stainless steel main stem assembly base/stem is a little thin, - wish it was sturdier- as the basket needs to be level to drip right. And dont remove the tight fitting lid by grabbing the glass dome- youll crack the bottom (threads) off the glass dome, it as I did. Coleman sends free replacements if you call the 800#. You might as well call them now to get a replacement, as it take 2 weeks to arrive.
Having said that, this pot is pretty solid, it's a good buy, and its real capacity is closer to 14 cups- I like that.
UPDATE: as I say above, the first glass dome cracked when I used it to remove the lid- it is shaped to be grabbed- wont make that mistake again. Coleman sent a replacement glass dome at no cost, no problem with them. That dome cracked within the first 10 days too, first just a little at the bottom, then practically right in half, and I did not grab it. I need to warn you that the glass dome breaking is a big issue with this pot. My pot is sitting on the shelf, not being used right now. I used it 6 weeks and went through 2 domes. Im calling Coleman and telling them about the problem, and asking them to send 5 domes so I will have enough to last 6 months. They should temper the glass on the dome to toughen it up. If youre looking for a pot to camp with choose the blue model, its very durable with no breakable parts.
46 of 46 found the following review helpful:
 HOW TO PRESERVE THE GLASS TOP Jan 18, 2010
By Dale Rogstad
This is the best percolator coffee pot I've purchased, partly because it is made strictly of stainless steel and glass. No plastic or aluminum to take care of or change the taste of your coffee.
The secret to keeping the glass percolator top from breaking while the pot is in use is to be careful not to screw on the percolator top too tightly. Both the glass and metal will expand when heated. If they are screwed too tightly together the hole will actually shrink just enough to break the glass. This is old technology that most of us have forgotten about and so little hints like this are not passed down anymore. Tighten the top just barely enough to keep it from rattling and no more. This will leave enough room between the glass and the metal for heat expansion.
However, it is a mathematical certainty that I will drop the lid at least annually so I still like to have an extra top or two in the kitchen drawer like my grandmother used to. Now I know why she did. Hope this helps!!
26 of 26 found the following review helpful:
well made Jan 09, 2007
By T. Pfeifer
The coffee pot is simple and well made. I still managed to break the glass dome after one week. I contacted Coleman by email to see if I could buy a replacement dome. I received 2 domes @ no charge 3 days later.
16 of 16 found the following review helpful:
 Dome problem Oct 13, 2007
By Darren S. Oconnor
I like the coffee pot. I love stove-top perked coffee. But the dome broke, just from the heat, only a couple of months after the purchase. I have contacted Coleman and have not heard back. It is quite frustrating. November 2007 update: The company responded to my complaint, and sent me two domes, free of charge. So I am a satisfied customer, and recommend the product.
13 of 14 found the following review helpful:
Good coffee pot May 04, 2007
By Tommy J
Excellent coffee pot. The percolator works good the dome on the lid is glass and will last the life of the pot. The pot and all parts are stainless steel.
You can get percolator filters from the market that will aid in the clean up.
Best camping pot I have seen. I got one for my emergency kit. I can face anything as long as I have my coffee...
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