Owner of All American Pressure Canner

I have a model 921 All American, and the petroleum jelly solution doesn't work very well.

If you put too much on it, then it leaks steam, and you can't get it up to pressure. Without the pj, you have to use a rubber mallet to get the lid off, and that's right after the pressure is reduced to zero.

When it works right, it's wonderful. When it's not working right, it's a pain in the neck.

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Love The 921 All American Pressure Canner
by: Anonymous

We have a 921, and one of the first things we noticed was the "sticking" lid after processing. We never tried PJ or a mallet, but a simple screw driver or similar used as a lever on one of the tabs pops it loose with minimal effort. This tight fit is necessary to eliminate the gasket.

We also use a Presto model, but do not want to be a slave to replaceable gaskets if things get bad. The 921 is built like a tank, and has performed flawlessly for us, and should last years. Our goal is to have a second one when we can afford it.

A recent purchase was 1,000 Tattler canning jar lids, which have not been used yet, but have very good reviews.

Combining those with our jar collection, a 921, and a little garden work and we should be all set.

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