Hitzer 50-93 or Glenwood Base Heater #6?

wsherrick · Post by **wsherrick** » Mon. Dec. 01, 2014 5:26 pm

The Glenwood 6 is a superior stove in every aspect. It can't be bettered for ease of maintenance, cleanliness and operating efficiency. No contest of course. As a member of the Base Heater Society and a resident on coal stove easy street, it's always nice to have new neighbors.

LoschStoker · Post by **LoschStoker** » Mon. Dec. 01, 2014 7:34 pm

Glenwood first, then D.S. stove.

windyhill4.2 · Post by **windyhill4.2** » Mon. Dec. 01, 2014 7:37 pm

But IF it was an unfinished basement,would you really want to hide the Glenwood 6 down there ? Isn't part of the joy of the antiques being able to see them more than twice a day for just a few minutes ? D.S. doesn't advertize on here,Hitzer does.

rstrawsburg · Post by **rstrawsburg** » Mon. Dec. 01, 2014 11:27 pm

I would really love to have the antique stove, but I got the 50-93 Hitzer for our home last summer. So far we couldn't be happier. If you're concerned about coal needing attention like wood does just forget about it! I can't believe how little attention the Hitzer requires. So far my wife has only looked at it and praised it's preformance. These things will burn forever and your 1400 sq ft. will be toasty warm without much work at all. We have a 2000 sq ft split foyer and so far our only problem is learning how to operate the window stats. I have had it backed down to 150 degrees on the front of the stove and she is just cruising along. The house is warm from top to bottom. I'm sitting in the room with the stove operating right now. I have a window cracked about 3 inches for some fresh air and it's about 40 outside. The hopper in the Hitzer is the key. You dump a bag of coal in and your good for at least 18 hours. I just shook mine down after burning all day yesterday, overnight and all day today. The outside temp was 55-65 so it was only burning enough to keep it going without burning out. Good luck regardless of what you decide and welcome to the forum.

-Ron

dlj · Post by **dlj** » Tue. Dec. 02, 2014 7:40 pm

If you are not handy, get the Hitzer unless the Glenwood is fully restored. Both will work for you house. The Glenwood is a lovely stove, and probably about 100 years old. If the Glenwood is not completely refurbished, the Hitzer will be install and run. If you are handy and have the time, then you may wish to pick up the Glenwood.

Ah heck, buy them both, use one, take it out, use the other and report back to us which one you think works better!

dj

Post by **Rob R.** » Tue. Dec. 02, 2014 7:52 pm

Has the Glenwood restored by a reputable shop?

dhansen · Post by **dhansen** » Wed. Dec. 03, 2014 9:51 am

I'd go for the Glenwood but then that's just me........... and a bunch of other enthusiasts here on the forum would too.

Beware though, there are a world of problems that can exist within the average Glenwood No.6 stove that are not necessarily apparent without knowing what to look for. Certain parts are difficult or impossible to obtain. You should find someone that knows what to look for or do your homework before checking out the stove. I bought a No.6 a couple of years ago knowing it had issues and I still have not found replacement parts to get it going again.

To me, a Hitzer stove is an appliance. It will serve you well and do a great job of heating your home with as little fanfare as the average refrigerator or cloths dryer doing their jobs. The Glenwood, however, is a fine instrument that requires care and understanding to operate. Given that, it will reward you with unmatched performance, character and bone warming charm only found in these 100 plus year old engineering marvels. Our stove (a Glenwood No.116) feels like a member of the family.

Your choice depends upon your expectations. Welcome to the forum either way!

brunom15 · Post by **brunom15** » Wed. Dec. 03, 2014 12:31 pm

Rob R. wrote:Has the Glenwood restored by a reputable shop?

Yup, Barnstable Stoves. Antique Stove Hospital has one too, but Doug is closer to me.

brunom15 · Post by **brunom15** » Wed. Dec. 03, 2014 12:39 pm

dhansen wrote:I'd go for the Glenwood but then that's just me........... and a bunch of other enthusiasts here on the forum would too.

Beware though, there are a world of problems that can exist within the average Glenwood No.6 stove that are not necessarily apparent without knowing what to look for. Certain parts are difficult or impossible to obtain. You should find someone that knows what to look for or do your homework before checking out the stove. I bought a No.6 a couple of years ago knowing it had issues and I still have not found replacement parts to get it going again.

To me, a Hitzer stove is an appliance. It will serve you well and do a great job of heating your home with as little fanfare as the average refrigerator or cloths dryer doing their jobs. The Glenwood, however, is a fine instrument that requires care and understanding to operate. Given that, it will reward you with unmatched performance, character and bone warming charm only found in these 100 plus year old engineering marvels. Our stove (a Glenwood No.116) feels like a member of the family.

Your choice depends upon your expectations. Welcome to the forum either way!

Thanks, I'm only in the market for a properly restored Glenwood. Happy to pay the professionals to do their jobs. As for appliance vs. fine instrument, there are benefits to either, but for me fine instrument has by far the greater appeal. I'm looking forward to the experience!

Bruno