A smoker is the perfect idea for anybody who loves jerky. There are a number of different sizes and brands of smokers, but they are basically the same. Some have a few more fancy additions, but if you are just trying to smoke meat, you really will not need them. Some of the popular brands are Brinkmann, Weber, Cabelas, or Bradleys.

Learning how to get the perfect recipe and quality of smoked meat is an art. It will probably take several, possibly twenty times before a person can figure it out. There are a number of different factors that can enhance or destroy a good quality smoked meat.

To use the smoker you will need wood chips to burn. Wood chips are available in a variety of scents or flavors. The wood chips add flavor to the meat you are smoking. Experiment a little and come up with the perfect recipe.

The seasoning of the meat, is the absolute most important thing when smoking meat. You can have the fanciest, most expensive smoker on the market, and not get good jerky if you do not have the right amount of seasoning. This is where the most experimenting will come into play. There are a number of different seasonings flavors you can try, or if you are brave enough, create your own.

A run of the mill low cost smoker usually starts at around $100.00, and depending on size and brand, could go up to as much as $500.00. If you are new to smoking meat, it is probably a good idea to start with a cheaper model.