how many pieces of charcoal does it hold

I get about 50 Kingsford briquets in mine. Enough to cover about 1/3 of the bottom of a 22" kettle, so fine for a couple of burgers or a couple of chicken breasts.

Anyone feel like this is too small, or wish they bought the larger sized one instead?

For many smokers, you light 20-40 briguets (for which this is a perfect size), then dump the fully lit one onto a much larger basket of unlit ones. This gives you a very long (8-14 hours or more) slow smoke for brisket, pork butt, etc. For this kind of use, this chimney is perfect.

does this work well with lump charcoal?

It works perfectly fine with lump charcoal. Your coals will be ready for cooking in less than 20 minutes. The only negative about this chimney is that it is really quite small; so, it works best with small portable grills. I think most people would be better off with the full size chimney, as you have a bit more versatility as to the amount of charcoal you are lighting up.

What is handle made from?

The handle is some sort of plastic wrapped around metal, as near as I can tell. It is far enough away from the chimney that it doesn't appear to get hot even when the coals in the chimney are glowing bright orange.

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Weber Stephen Company 7429 Rapid Fire Chimney Starter, Silver

Weber Stephen Company 7429 Rapid Fire Chimney Starter, Silver

Product ID: 717703097

Details

Brand
Weber
Colour
Silver
Fuel Type
Charcoal
Recommended Uses For Product
Outdoor
Special Feature
Superior Heat

💪Ergonomic handle for easy grip

🔥Rapid heat-up in 10-15 mins

🛠️Durable aluminized steel build

Description

🔥 Light up your BBQ game faster than your friends!

COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Ergonomic plastic handle keeps your grip secure and comfortable during use.
SUPERIOR HEAT RETENTION - Cone-shaped grate design maximizes heat for perfectly charred results every time.
IGNITE YOUR GRILL IN MINUTES - Get glowing coals fast—no lighter cubes needed, just newspaper!
BUILT TO LAST BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE - Aluminized steel construction ensures years of reliable use.
EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY FOR BIG COOKOUTS - 7.5-inch diameter and 12-inch height handle high-volume grilling effortlessly.

The Weber 7429 Rapid Fire Chimney Starter is a premium aluminized steel charcoal starter designed to ignite coals quickly and efficiently. With a spacious 7.5-inch diameter and 12-inch height, it supports high-volume grilling while its ergonomic handle ensures comfortable handling. Its cone-shaped grate optimizes heat retention, making it a must-have for outdoor cooking enthusiasts seeking fast, reliable, and durable charcoal ignition.

Specifications

ASIN	B07B5BHKDZ
Brand Name	Weber
Colour	Silver
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (15,930)
Frame Material	Aluminized Steel
Fuel Type	Charcoal
Global Trade Identification Number	00077924077388
Handle Material	Plastic
Included Components	chimney starter
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Installation Type	Built-In
Is Assembly Required?	No
Item Dimensions	33 x 19.1 x 30.5 Centimeters
Item Weight	0.01 Ounces
Manufacturer	Weber-Stephen Products
Manufacturer Part Number	7429
Material Type	Alloy Steel
Model Name	Rapid Fire
Model Number	7429
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Superior Heat Retention
Primary Cooking Method	grilling
Recommended Uses For Product	Outdoor
UPC	077924077388

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