I'm getting ready to buy my first wood stove. The house is 2650 square feet (2 story), well built, constructed in 2006. I've been leaning heavily toward the Blaze King Ashford, which should be adequate given that we live in the Pacific Northwest, where winters are generally quite moderate.
This one stove installer said he would install the Ashford if I bought it through a dealer or he could get me a wholesale price if I go with one of his stoves. He carries the Osburn (just one model, the 2400, seems large enough for our house), the Majestic Dutch West, and the whole line of Pacific Energy stoves (which he claims are high end). He claims that if I go with one of his stoves, he might be able to save me a thousand dollars. I have an offer on the Ashford at $2600 (which is $400 below retail).
I'm wondering if those with a experience with these stoves might provide any insights or advice. What I like about the Blaze King are the long burn times and efficient use of wood. Would be great if I could load it just once a day and keep the house at a steady temperature. I also like that it's designed for the softer woods of the Pacific Northwest.
Do any of these other stoves have features that would make up for the special attributes of the Ashford, particularly in light of the prospect of a larger discount?
This one stove installer said he would install the Ashford if I bought it through a dealer or he could get me a wholesale price if I go with one of his stoves. He carries the Osburn (just one model, the 2400, seems large enough for our house), the Majestic Dutch West, and the whole line of Pacific Energy stoves (which he claims are high end). He claims that if I go with one of his stoves, he might be able to save me a thousand dollars. I have an offer on the Ashford at $2600 (which is $400 below retail).
I'm wondering if those with a experience with these stoves might provide any insights or advice. What I like about the Blaze King are the long burn times and efficient use of wood. Would be great if I could load it just once a day and keep the house at a steady temperature. I also like that it's designed for the softer woods of the Pacific Northwest.
Do any of these other stoves have features that would make up for the special attributes of the Ashford, particularly in light of the prospect of a larger discount?