PixieWick Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 before i order this in the morning .. can anyone tell me if they have one .. is it worth it ?more to the point .. does that nozzle come with it ? i wouldnt know what kind to buy at homedepot if it doesnt .. it says its already fitted for it .. but doesnt say if it comes with itthank you for your helphttp://www.soapandthings.com/pc-2086-9-6-quart-presto-candle-melting-soap-melting-pot.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliverOfWax Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Jody's turn around time isn't the best, imo. I can vouch for Heartfelt. It comes complete, with spigot attached, and ready to use.http://www.heartfeltcandlesupply.com/Misc.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PixieWick Posted July 31, 2008 Author Share Posted July 31, 2008 Oh .. ty very much .. even saving as few bucks lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliverOfWax Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 She actually tests each Presto before she ships it, so when you get it, it might have a very slight wax residue in it. If it does, do not be alarmed. It just means she made sure the spigot doesn't leak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debra Phelps Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I used them without the spigot and have no problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfcat Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I couldn't live without my presto. The spigot makes things much easier for us clumsy folk! Mine came with spigot attached. My DH bought it for me so I have no idea who he bought it from on Ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ring of Fire Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 You do not need a spigot! Mo money, mo money for nothing, IMO of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrubzz Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 The first one I bought had a spigot - I have a couple more now also without the spigotHave to say I have never used the spigot on the one that has it evenI just put the pour pot onto the scale, tare it out and dip out of the presto and pour directly into the pot - Seems a lot easier to me(Plus this way I don't forget and leave the spout open after it's used - Just the thought of what that would be like the next time I turned it on and my wax melted . . . That was something I could very easily see happening to me the way my luck runs!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grama Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I have 3 presto pots that I bought off of EBay. They all have the spigots, wouldn't want them any other way. Having to dip out of the pot would be to messy to me, plus more things to clean up. :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest scrapgabbie Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Mine doesn't have the spigot, l just pour straight into the mold, or if making embeds l pour into a pouring jug, pour the embeds and then tip excess wax back into the pot. We don't have the option of spigots down under, l had to buy something that looks like what you guys call presto pots, and l meant to ask my dh to fit me a tap but he hasn't got around to it yet so l kinda got used to it how it is LOL!:rolleyes2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest meredean Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 OH, I've done that!!! It really sucks:angry2: (Plus this way I don't forget and leave the spout open after it's used - Just the thought of what that would be like the next time I turned it on and my wax melted . . . That was something I could very easily see happening to me the way my luck runs!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredron Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 IMO, the Presto is not the best of the small pots, but they work reasonbly well. I do not like the magnetic control, which is constantly knocked off, and leaves 2 power contacts exposed, and dangerous. The folks who don't use the spigot must be pouring very small batches, because a pot full of wax is heavy and unwieldy. Pouring from the pot is doable, but the risk of spills is magnified.I have 2 Daizey pots, which are the best of the smaller pots, and 2 Prestos, 1 with the spigot, and 1 I haven't gotten around to putting one in, and when using that one, I pour from the pot.Trust me, the spigot is better.My main pot is a Turk & Surf turkey fryer. The others are for specialty waxes & gel.Get the spigot if you get a Presto. Buy the Daizey if you can find one, and add your own spigot.Fredron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grama Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 My main pot is my turkey fryer also. If you do very many large orders it is definitely a big help not to have to be mixing/melting wax every time you turn around. You can really pour up 8 lbs in a hurry. Actually 2 of my presto's are seldom used. The other I keep my pillar wax in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theresa t Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I have 4 of these each with a spigot. I bought them off of one of the classy ads a while back. I love the spigot on mine since it does make it easier for me. I can tell you tho, make sure you check your spigots if you have them. A few months ago I was using one of my prestos and the spigot starting leaking, before I realized what was happening the dang thing came off the pot! It had been on there pretty good I thought. I have no idea if the heat caused it to come apart or what. I bought them with the spigots already attached. Needless to say I had a huge mess on my hands. I always keep something on the floor under where my pots are at just in case there are a few drops that come out after putting in my pour pots but, this mess ended up with soy wax on a pretty good sized area of my hardwood floor. I know that not too long ago there was a thread on here started about presto pots something to do with spigots or not....those that did not use spigots were using something else to dip the wax out of the pots. I think most were using ladels from what I remember. If you decide against the spigot you might want to try this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredron Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Be certain the spigot is threaded onto the pot befor you buy it. There is no other way that will last. No adhesive or glue will stand up to the usage.I threaded all my own, but I have the tools, and was a machinist for years.Fredron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theresa t Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 The ones I had were working very well up to the point that this one had the spigot come off. As a matter of fact, I had used them for about 5 years when this happened. Like I said, I'm not sure what caused it but my husband used some JB weld and put it back on. I double checked the rest of the pots and they are ok but they got reinforced with JB weld also just to be on the safe side of things. All of them had been threaded to the pot so it's anyones guess as to why this one came off. I had moved them a few times so maybe I bumped it against something without realizing it, I don't know. I agree tho, do check them if you get them with the spigots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debra Phelps Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 I use a coffee can and scoop it out. I would think the spigot would take too much time for me. To each his own. I can' t wait for the water dispenser on the frig to fill my glass. Impatient:p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabbledoya Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 The first one I bought had a spigot - I have a couple more now also without the spigotHave to say I have never used the spigot on the one that has it evenI just put the pour pot onto the scale, tare it out and dip out of the presto and pour directly into the pot - Seems a lot easier to me(Plus this way I don't forget and leave the spout open after it's used - Just the thought of what that would be like the next time I turned it on and my wax melted . . . That was something I could very easily see happening to me the way my luck runs!)This is how I do it. It pretty much comes down to what you prefer~~not that one way is better than the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeAnn Carlton Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 We bought our first with spigot from Gl. We love it! My Husband made the other four. Love,love,love our prestos with the spigot! In the near future we will be looking for a big melter! Keep our prestos for testing or small personal batches. LeeAnn~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JNS Treasures Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 Do you mix your dye and FO in the pot? How do you clean you Presto pot? I have been mixing my dye and FO in the pot then pouring, but I am not sure if I should be washing it out or just keep wiping it with a paper towel? Samantha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 (Plus this way I don't forget and leave the spout open after it's used - Just the thought of what that would be like the next time I turned it on and my wax melted . . . That was something I could very easily see happening to me the way my luck runs!)OMG what a nightmare you just brought up. Thanks.....I use the Turkey Fryer now and only use the spigot when I clean it out.Found using the dip it out method much faster plus having to set the Presto on a higher level to even use the spigot was a problem. But what ever is easier for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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