I'm looking for a stove that has the best convection between the 3. This is for have a 1700 Sq not very well insulated top floor. I spend about 800 gallons of oil heating the space. ( More because the pipes go through a long basement)
NC-30 is inexpensive but it has a much larger firebox and will probably be the least efficient. A pain in the shoulder season. $1000
Progress is the most expensive and will be the the most efficient. But - Soapstone can crack easier than cast iron. $2500 ( including shipping)
Rangeley is in the middle - Cast iron & Jotul quality. Top loading feature is a lot safer/ easier. $1950
What is your recommendation?
NC-30 is inexpensive but it has a much larger firebox and will probably be the least efficient. A pain in the shoulder season. $1000
Progress is the most expensive and will be the the most efficient. But - Soapstone can crack easier than cast iron. $2500 ( including shipping)
Rangeley is in the middle - Cast iron & Jotul quality. Top loading feature is a lot safer/ easier. $1950
What is your recommendation?