My father-in-law is actually THE Smokemaster of Smokemaster BBQ pits. And when I married his daughter, I was lucky enough to receive one as the dowry.
He sold the business about 5 or 6 years ago and, unfortunately, the buyer wasn't able to keep it going. Too bad, it was a really nice side-business for him, helped him put 3 kids through college. He had a great network of retailers all over the state like Callahan's and BBQs Galore, and as you mentioned he also sold direct. I used to help him haul those pits from his factory out in Lampasas to his warehouse in Liberty Hill, and then into Austin for deliveries and such.
I was sorry to see the business go, and even sorrier when the new owner wasn't able to keep it up.
Anyway, glad you still like your Smokemaster pit, he'll be glad to know there are still fans out there.
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