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Clearance: All-American 21.5 Qt. Pressure Canner, Original
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Clearance: All-American 21.5 Qt. Pressure Canner, Original

This is an R2 clearance item. Please check the table below to see how we rate our clearance items. 

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Simply the best pressure canner

At Pleasant Hill Grain we're convinced that the All-American line of pressure canners/cookers is the world's finest, and by a wide margin. Made by the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry since 1930, All-American canners are built with outstanding quality and features, and offer the busy cook many time and money saving advantages!

Home canning is a very popular way to preserve large or small quantities of quality food at home. The USDA recommends pressure canning to can meat, fish*, poultry and vegetables, and it's the only method that USDA recommends for preserving low-acid foods. Available in a wide range of sizes, All-American canners quickly and easily make lower-priced cuts of meat tender. Many nutrients and vitamins are saved when food is cooked in a pressure cooker, saving valuable nutrition that goes down the drain with other cooking methods.

One of the things we like best about All-American pressure canners/cookers is the exclusive, precision machined metal-to-metal lid sealing system that achieves a perfect seal without using a gasket. Positive-action clamping locks align the cover to the base, forming a steam-tight seal. Because no gasket is used, the cover is always easy to open and close. With other pressure canner designs the gasket is susceptible to cuts, burns, cracks and age hardening—any of which would bring your food canning operation to a halt. The gasket-free design eliminates those risks.

All-American pressure canners are made of thick cast aluminum, which is much stronger than the stamped-metal construction of most canners on the market. They're built to provide a lifetime of trouble-free service.

SHOULD ACIDIC FOODS BE PRESSURE CANNED?

To make things simpler you might be tempted to pressure-can all types of food, but that would be a mistake. Results are much better for jams, jellies, marmalades, fruit butter, fruit syrup, sauerkraut and pickled foods in a water bath, rather than under pressure. If these kinds of acidic foods are subjected to high heat, their color, flavor and texture will suffer. The good news is, pressure canners may also be used for the water bath method(by not pressurizing), so you’ll kill two birds with one stone by purchasing a pressure canner.

Easy to use

To pressure can, jars are filled with alkaline foods—such as carrots, squash, green beans, okra, corn, etc., or any meat—then placed in the pressure vessel with a few inches of water. Unlike the water bath method, the jars of food inside a pressure canner aren’t submerged in water; the canner’s directions and your recipe will tell you how much water is required to achieve the right pressure.

All-American canners are "weighted-gauge" canners. The provided pressure regulator weight can be installed on the canner's vent pipe in any of three positions marked for 5, 10 or 15 pounds of pressure. When pressure reaches the chosen level, the regulator weight makes a noticeable and distinctive sound. Stove heat is then adjusted so the regulator weight jiggles between one and four times per minute. Cooking time is counted from the first jiggle. It's that simple! With a little experience you'll learn what position to put your stove's burner at for the type of job you're doing, and the needle-type pressure gauge provides another handy pressure indication.

All-American Pressure Canner Features

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  1. No-fingerprint satin finish
  2. Exclusive no-gasket seal
  3. Stay-cool Bakelite wing nuts
  4. High-accuracy geared pressure gauge
  5. Sturdy Bakelite handle
  6. Neoprene over-pressure release
  7. Pressure regulator weight
  8. Side lift handles
  9. Double-thickness edges

Safety by design

Every All-American canner incorporates a large neoprene plug that safely prevents over-pressuring.

Recipes & Instructions

All models come with an easy-to-read, 8.5" x 11" recipe and instruction book.

All-American Canner Specs

For pressure cooking, the amount of liquid each cooker holds varies with the model. Model 910 holds 10.5 quarts, model 915 holds 15.5 quarts, model 921 holds 21.5 quarts, model 925 holds 25 quarts, model 930 holds 30 quarts, and model 941 holds 41.5 quarts of liquid. See the tables below for more specifications.


Glass and Induction Stovetops

Because of their weight, the 930 and 941 All-American canners can not be usedon glass cooktops, but the 925 and smaller All-American canners may safely be used on glass cooktops.

None of the All-American canners can be used on induction stovetops.

*Important Usage Notes

While many pressure cooker owners use their cookers for beans, lentils and rice (following particular practices for those foods), the manufacturer of the All-American Canner recommends against using the canner for these foods because foaming and frothing action could cause clogging of the canner.

The 910 and 915 models are not recommended for canning fish.

Warranty

All-American pressure canners are warranted and sold exclusively for home use. The All-American canners have a 1 year warranty.

THIS PRODUCT IS MADE IN THE USA!

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Descriptions of Ratings for Clearance Store Items

Rating

Description
(Expanded descriptions in next table)

Minimum Discount

Mechanically Perfect

Standard Return  Policy

Full
Warranty

R1

Returned. Non-working surfaces have new or nearly new appearance. Working surfaces may have slight wear marks. Very close scrutiny is required to tell that the item isn’t brand new. Packaging may not be perfect.

10%

Yes

Yes

Yes

R2

Returned, nearly-new appearance. Slight to moderate flaws on non-working surfaces, such as a mixer cabinet or lid.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Yes

FR

Factory refurbished. Mostly returned items which have been brought fully up to new-equipment performance specs at the factory.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

No

D

Demonstration items have been operated briefly at Pleasant Hill Grain.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Yes

SDB

From new stock; has moderate damage such as a scratch, dent, or paint blemish.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Yes

NOS

New old-stock. A brand new item that isn't the newest model.

Varies by Item

Yes

Yes

Varies by Item

Additional notes: 

  1. The ratings are for cosmetic condition only. All Clearance Store merchandise is guaranteed to function perfectly. 
  2. Items are offered under normal terms of sale: Please review policies before ordering. 
  3. Some clearance items ship in plain (but carefully boxed) packaging, rather than the manufacturer’s original carton. 
  4. Important: All clearance items may have been exposed to various allergenic foods. 

Bottom Line: If you’re a highly detail-oriented person, we recommend sticking to “R1.” But after a week’s use, the only real difference between one of these items and a brand new one will be the money you saved.

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Specs

Manufacturer Part Number
921
UPC/EAN Number
089149009211
Depth
10.5
Height
15.37
Weight (lbs.)
17.75
Induction Capable
No
Wall Thickness
3/16"
Origin
USA
Warranty Length
1 year
Country of Manufacture
United States

Care Instructions

Detailed used and care instructions are included with each All-American pressure canner.

Shipping

We stock this product in our Nebraska warehouse. Most of our shipments are by UPS Ground or Home Delivery and you should receive your order in five business days or less from ship-out. Click here for more information about shipping.

Customer reviews

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Best purchase PROCESS I have experienced in a LONG time!
By Holly B. on 5/30/2021 Verified Buyer

I have been looking at one of these for a few years but hated to spend the money. Then everywhere was sold out. You often seem to get through the order and do the work to find out they are not in stock. I called Pleasant Hill Grain and actually GOT TO TALK TO SOMEONE! She checked their inventory and placed the order for me. And - get this - I had my order in my kitchen in fewer days than it took for the company I have one backordered with to even tell me it was back ordered!!!! WOW! Purchased 5/26/21 & in my kitchen 5/29/21!!! Thank you!

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Very very nice!
By Emily B. on 4/11/2024 Verified Buyer

Buy this! You won't regret it!

I ordered the 30 qt because I read in another review that although it wasn't the largest option (it's the second largest), it is very large while still fitting on an ordinary stovetop, making it more versatile and easy to use and store. I'm really happy that I followed that reviewer's advice because it is perfect! Plenty big to provide tons of utility while still being able to fit into just about any a normal household scenario, and it stores reasonably easily in my very small house. So I second the 30 qt recommendation.

I haven't used it yet but the construction is obviously flawless. It is extremely well built and sturdy, yet not too heavy; really just a superb and special piece of cookware that I know will be inherited by my children and their children. This was an investment for me but I am super pleased with my purchase and in fact I think the price is quite reasonable for the quality, durability and functionality. I'm so glad that I bought it!

I'll also add that the purchase process was super smooth and shipping was speedy quick. Thanks so much!

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This is THE canner!
By Hallie. on 7/28/2024 Verified Buyer

I’ve been canning for years. Every year I’d dream of this canner, and each year I’d talk myself out of it. BIG mistake! If you regularly can, this is the canner for you! Extremely sturdy! I love that it doesn’t have the little gasket that picks up smells and deteriorates. I love that it clamps down firmly, that it cannot slip out of place. Though it says to go off the weight, not the dial, the dial was perfectly calibrated to the weight. Heats well and holds the heat, so I can can at level 1.75 on my stove (1-8 temp level)

Love it!

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By Boomhauer on 5/31/2024 Verified Buyer

Very sturdy unit, my mother was ecstatic to get this for Mother's Day as she's been looking at them for a while.

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Beautiful & flawless pressure canning experience
By Gwynne Jenkins on 4/27/2024 Verified Buyer

I have dallied with the idea of pressure canning and being able to buy such a pretty pressure canner finally flipped me. It's been a great canner and the finish is really pretty. Love that there's no gasket - really great engineering.

As always, Pleasant Hill's services is awesome! They answered all my questions as I was preparing to order. I did call All-American too with some canning questions & they were great too. I've really enjoyed learning to pressure can with this!

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The last pressure cooker you will ever buy
By Susan Lewis on 4/08/2024 Verified Buyer

I’m not new pressure canning. I pressure canned with my grandmother using Presto canners and I purchased my first all American two years ago. There is absolutely no comparison. I like the fact that it’s American made, the quality is impeccable, and I know that whatever I’m canning is going to be processed perfectly. I understand that you have to buy what you can afford however, if you’re wondering about the price and if they are worth it… Yes, they are!!!

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Best Service Ever!
By Elynn on 4/08/2024 Verified Buyer

My All-American 921 Pressure Canner was received in record time, in perfect condition. I couldn't believe how quickly it arrived! Pleasant Hill Grain is my new #1 store!

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Quality, American Made Product!
By Brittney on 4/08/2024 Verified Buyer

We're very happy with our purchase. I have been using my mom's and my sister's All American canners here and there for years but we finally ordered one for ourselves when they were on sale. A little expensive but we're willing to pay more for products that are high quality and made here in America. Since I already have experience with the All American canners I know they're exceptional and we're looking forward to having one of our own to use for the upcoming gardening and hunting season. I think being able to do two layers of quarts is going to be so nice.

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Beautiful and well made canner
By Tara Knorr on 4/06/2024 Verified Buyer

I have water bath canned since I was a kid in grandma’s kitchen but never pressure canned and decided to give it a try. PHG had all the options for the All American pressure canner. It was easy to order, but hard to choose a color! The service and shipping time was excellent! I’m so pleased with it and am looking forward to preserving new things! Thank you PHG!

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What a beauty!
By Malinda Greene on 3/22/2024 Verified Buyer

Very impressed with the solid construction of the All American 25 Qt. Pressure canner!! The fact that it is made in America and there is no gasket and all of the safety features are such a plus for me as a first time user!!

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