Suggestions for Analog Gas Range

[PSM]

Because of encroaching electronics, our last two ranges have been very frustrating. We had a 30” Wolf (prior to being bought by Sub-Zero). It was great except it ate igniters for breakfast. Replacing them got expensive and if they weren't replaced, the igniter would click the whole time the burner was on.

We currently have a Maytag Gemini that is totally computerized. To the point that it is unusable when the power goes out (not a problem for us). Without power a solenoid shuts off the gas. The problem is, that it also shuts it off just for the hell of it. If we are not paying close attention, it will turn off the burners or oven. We've had to replace the control board twice already and still have the same problem. Also, to turn on the oven (on the control panel) you have to reach across the burners. Plus, you can only adjust the oven temperature 5° at a time.

As far as I can tell, no one makes a completely analog, including pilot lights, range anymore. I have been spoiled in that my first apartment in L.A. had a 36” O'keefe & Merritt. And I lived there for 9 years.

Shopping is much more difficult here than in L.A., so I could use some suggestions from someone who has hands-on experience they can share. My wife found a Bertazzoni Professional (not) 30” gas range today, but the online reviews are not good.

Thanks!

Pat

[cold1]

I dont know if this will help or not. Its lehmans non electric store. They have gas ranges and wood fired. I know nothing of gas appliances but here is a link to some of their gas ranges.

https://www.lehmans.com/c-173-gas-appliances.aspx

[PSM]

Originally Posted by cold1

I dont know if this will help or not. Its lehmans non electric store. They have gas ranges and wood fired. I know nothing of gas appliances but here is a link to some of their gas ranges.

https://www.lehmans.com/c-173-gas-appliances.aspx

I like the battery powered idea, my Weber gas grill has the same thing. I'm looking for a more high-end range with a similar system.

Thanks!

Pat

[Team Sergeant]

I had a Viking Range top, would not trade it for anything.

LOL, you mention Sub-Zero, most expensive fridge and the most repaired fridge in the world.....

I'd go look at Viking if I were you.

[PSM]

Originally Posted by Team Sergeant

I'd go look at Viking if I were you.

Our mistake was buying the Wolf over the Viking that was the other candidate. Perhaps it's time to correct that mistake. If they offer an analog range, that is.

Pat

[DJ Urbanovsky]

+1 on the Vikings. They are spendy, but buy once, cry once.