Unboxing, first cook & impressions of the Primo XL Oval 400 Kamado. The Primo XL fits between the KJ Classic/Large Egg and the KJ Big Joe/XL Egg space wise but offers a unique oval shape which in theory should mean no more worries about longer cuts like ribs and brisket.

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Chapters
00:00 One of the few Kamado's I haven't tried
01:11 Where does the Primo XL fit in the Kamado segment?
02:38 How much does it cost vs. leading Kamado's?
04:49 Assembly comparison
05:51 Walk around & clearance comparison
09:38 Break in burn & first cook
13:10 Indirect deflector size compare
16:14 Results & Taste test

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