Retro Wood Stove Grill: The NorCal Live-Fire Range
Model: Dual 16" Fire Ring Plates | Base Unit #0326 | NorCal Edition
High-Performance Open-Fire Cooking
Bring the power and nostalgia of a traditional wood-burning range to your outdoor kitchen. The NorCal Retro Wood Stove Grill is a heavy-duty, dual-station cooking engine designed for those who demand more from a live fire. Whether you’re simmering a stew in a Dutch oven or searing over an open flame, this stove provides the ultimate heat management for the serious outdoor chef.
Key Features for Base Unit #0326
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Dual-Zone Fire Ring Surface
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Equipped with two 16" x 16" modular fire ring plates.
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Precision heat control: Remove inner rings to fit specific pot sizes or expose the direct flame.
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Perfect for cast iron skillets, Dutch ovens, and high-heat wok cooking.
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Modular Grill Plate Upgrade
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Customize your workflow: Substitute one fire ring for a 16" x 16" heavy-duty grill grate.
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Master the "Stove + Sear" technique—simmer sauces on one side while finishing steaks over direct wood fire on the other.
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Included Precision Lifting Tool
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Every unit comes with a dedicated steel lifting tool.
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Safely adjust rings or swap plates mid-cook without interrupting your fire.
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Overbuilt Steel Construction
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Industrial-grade steel designed to handle the thermal expansion of intense wood fires.
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Finished in a high-temp classic black to withstand the elements from the coast to the mountains.
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Freestanding NorCal Design
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Elevated on four rock-solid steel legs for an ergonomic cooking height.
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No Masonry Required: Ready to use on your patio, at the ranch, or in your custom outdoor kitchen immediately.
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Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
| Dimensions | 32.88" W x 30.00" H x 16.75" D |
| Standard Config | (2) 16" x 16" Multi-Ring Fire Plates |
| Optional Config | (1) Fire Plate + (1) 16" x 16" Direct Grill Grate |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Fuel | Seasoned Hardwood or Lump Charcoal |
| Origin | Proudly Made in the USA |
The NorCal Workflow
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Ignite: Build your hardwood fire directly within the stove body.
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Manage: Use the concentric rings to "dial in" the surface area of the flame hitting your cookware.
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Execute: Utilize the dual zones to manage different temperatures simultaneously—high heat for searing, low radiant heat for slow-cooking.
Perfect For:
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Professional outdoor kitchen builds.
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Coastal or mountain ranch cooking.
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Live-fire enthusiasts who prefer the control of a wood range.
Shipping & Notes
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Free Shipping within the Continental U.S. (Remote/NYC surcharges may apply).
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Note: Steel is a living material; it will develop a seasoned patina over time, telling the story of every meal you’ve cooked.
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Accessories (Dutch ovens/skillets) shown in lifestyle images are for demonstration and are sold separately.