Jotul F305

[begreen]

The f305 is one of the most recent Jotul models to enter their international collection. It has a contemporary design with the emphasis on a big fire view. This model is not sold in the US, yet, though there seems to be an increasing request for a mid-sized contemporary and I am seeing it show up in Google Ads here. What do you think?

JØTUL F 305 R B | Wood Burning Stoves - Modern

JØTUL F 305 R B - Wood Burning Stoves. Wood stove with base for storing wood

www.jotul.co.uk

 

[Squisher]

Very contemporary for my tastes. But to each their own.

 

[illini81]

Looks like... a microwave?

 

[begreen]

Very contemporary for my tastes. But to each their own.

I like the traditional look too but can appreciate how a classic stove would look out of place in a modern decor. The stove has been designed to maximize the view while keeping it efficient. That makes it look a bit like a TV set to me, but I can see how in the right context it could work out nicely. What I like is that Jotul keeps creating. The Easter Island head design of the Combifire was a bit of a shocker when it came out, but folks grew to love it, and it heated well.

 

[Squisher]

For certain. The older I get, well I realize I'm getting old. In the right home it certainly could be a attractive option.

Unfortunately I don't see a lot of Jotul's in my area. I am intrigued by them. The few I've gotten to lay my hands on seemed to be quality units.

We do have a local dealer,maybe just luck of the draw that I haven't seen many? Come to think of it. I'm quite certain that dealer doesn't recommend me, they have an established relationship with another sweep. So maybe that's why?

 

[begreen]

Jotul stoves have excellent castings and a very nice fit and finish. They've been at it for a very long time. The fireplaces and cast iron clad models (F45-F55) are cast in Norway with the steelwork and assembly happening in Maine. I like a classic stove and IMHO the F400-F600 are some of the best looking out there, especially with the blue-black enamel finish.

 

[Woody5506]

Traditional/classic designs will always be relevant. This design, not so much, at least in my opinion.

 

[jotulguy]

The gas version of this stove was made available this year. The sales have been surprising so far. There is a certain demographic for every design they say.

 

[CincyBurner]

Looks like something out of a Woody Allen's movie Sleeper.

 

[JotulOwner]

The f305 is one of the most recent Jotul models to enter their international collection. It has a contemporary design with the emphasis on a big fire view. This model is not sold in the US, yet, though there seems to be an increasing request for a mid-sized contemporary and I am seeing it show up in Google Ads here. What do you think?
(broken link removed to http://jotul.com/uk/products/wood-stoves/jotul-f-305-series/j%C3%B8tul-f-305-ll)

I can see that stove with the right décor, but not in my house. But, my F400 was one of my best purchases ever!

 

[bunfoolio]

This stove will do very well. It fits in with a modern looking style where as most stoves do not.

 

[begreen]

This stove will do very well. It fits in with a modern looking style where as most stoves do not.

Yes, I hope they bring the wood burning version to the states. Different strokes for different folks.

 

[paulmlemay]

well I would love it if they sold the F305 wood version in the USA. I'd buy one right away.

 

[Ctwoodtick]

I watch a lot of jotul videos and like some of their international designs. This one would have been great in the 70’s but I think would get vetoed by a lot of wives out there as not being aesthetically pleasing.

 

[begreen]

It's not a bad looking stove. Seems like it would go well in a contemporary setting. Unfortunately, Jotul only sells one of their modern design stoves here, the F370, and that's not the best looking.

 

[enduring]

I like that stove too, I think it could go with a lot of styles, imho.

 

[Rearscreen]

 

[Mech e]

I'm sorry, but that is one ugly stove. The designers must have been drinking too much Akvavit.

 

[T-roy_]

Wood stove version of a malm fire place

 

[matthewD]

Any update/progress on this stove being available in the States?

 

[begreen]

It may never show up here. Jotul makes at least 40 other wood stoves and inserts that are not sold in the US.

 

[huauqui]

The link didn't work so I jumped over to youtube and found a video that shows it in what appears to be an unpainted castiron and it looks much less drastic that way. The enamel white was a bit much for me but the plain castiron would have a place here. That is a huge piece of glass and what looks to be a big firebox for size of stove.

 

[begreen]

This is a variation on the F305. There are several base or leg options. Yes, it is designed to provide a large fireview.

JØTUL F 305 R B | Wood Burning Stoves - Modern

JØTUL F 305 R B - Wood Burning Stoves. Wood stove with base for storing wood

www.jotul.co.uk

I updated the link in the original posting.

 

[enduring]

The F305, is so nice looking. I love the modern style.