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Ole Hickory Pits, founded in 1974 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality barbecue smokers. The company began as a restaurant specializing in barbecue ribs, which led to the development of its innovative smoker ovens. Recognized for their durability and efficiency, Ole Hickory Pits' smokers feature advanced thermostatic controls and convection fan systems, ensuring consistent cooking temperatures and even heat distribution.
Designed for commercial, residential, and competitive use, their products reduce labor costs by minimizing the need for constant monitoring. In addition to smokers, the company offers award-winning sauces and rubs, blending traditional and contemporary flavors. Committed to innovation, Ole Hickory Pits continues to refine its products to meet the evolving needs of barbecue enthusiasts.
Today, their smokers are used worldwide, serving restaurants, pitmasters, and backyard cooks who demand high-performance equipment. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, Ole Hickory Pits remains a trusted name in the barbecue industry.
Designed for commercial, residential, and competitive use, their products reduce labor costs by minimizing the need for constant monitoring. In addition to smokers, the company offers award-winning sauces and rubs, blending traditional and contemporary flavors. Committed to innovation, Ole Hickory Pits continues to refine its products to meet the evolving needs of barbecue enthusiasts.
Today, their smokers are used worldwide, serving restaurants, pitmasters, and backyard cooks who demand high-performance equipment. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, Ole Hickory Pits remains a trusted name in the barbecue industry.