The benefit of 304 SS is that it doesn't rust as easily as lower grade SS.In a kitchen enviroment it shouldn't really. The thick 16 gauge will prevent warping over time resulting from the heat output of the BS/CC. The seamsless construction prevents grease from depositing in the seams which makes it very difficult to clean. Eventually rust results. Remote blower allows a more powerful blower plus less noice,especially if it is more than 6 feet plus away with a silencer. Silencers are about $150-$200 and the ducting is not very expensive. BTW: The price for Top End Appliances in any category seem out of line:) BTW II: I don't know if the ebay question is a serious one but you go under Home & Garden then click Inside the Home,then Major Appliances,then Ranges and Cooking Appliances,and finally Range hoods. Or search "42 Hoods" and set a price range to exclude things like sweatshirts. Here is a link that might be useful: Ebay Range Hoods

Hi Caroline! I had to revisit your post and the cute pics of Harry this morning..how he can make me smile! :) And thank you for posting the pup pic..how cuuuute! How many litter mates did Harry have? Just luv Harry looking down at his special cake..think I'll have to share this one with my fellow dog lovers and change my desktop today. :) Shhhh..don't tell Harry I asked, but do his veggies give him gas? ;)

Harry is beautiful. Isn't it amazing how much love we can give and receive from our pets. I am so grateful for mine and I know that all of you are in love with yours.

I'm wild about Harry too! What a handsome boy he is. That Samuel is a looker too though! But there is just something special about Harry and his facial expressions...just love it when you post pictures of him! Deb