how many pieces of charcoal does it hold

I get about 50 Kingsford briquets in mine. Enough to cover about 1/3 of the bottom of a 22" kettle, so fine for a couple of burgers or a couple of chicken breasts.

Anyone feel like this is too small, or wish they bought the larger sized one instead?

For many smokers, you light 20-40 briguets (for which this is a perfect size), then dump the fully lit one onto a much larger basket of unlit ones. This gives you a very long (8-14 hours or more) slow smoke for brisket, pork butt, etc. For this kind of use, this chimney is perfect.

does this work well with lump charcoal?

It works perfectly fine with lump charcoal. Your coals will be ready for cooking in less than 20 minutes. The only negative about this chimney is that it is really quite small; so, it works best with small portable grills. I think most people would be better off with the full size chimney, as you have a bit more versatility as to the amount of charcoal you are lighting up.

What is handle made from?

The handle is some sort of plastic wrapped around metal, as near as I can tell. It is far enough away from the chimney that it doesn't appear to get hot even when the coals in the chimney are glowing bright orange.

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Weber - 7429 Rapid Fire Chimney Starter

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Brand
Weber
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Charcoal
Recommended uses for product
Outdoor
Special features
Superior Heat

👜Compact design fits smaller grills

🔥Optimized airflow for steady burn

⏱️Lights coals in under 15 minutes

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🔥 Light up your grill game in a flash!

COMPACT PORTABLE - Designed to fit perfectly with smaller grills and quick sessions—grill anywhere.
EFFORTLESS AIRFLOW - Engineered for smooth, consistent burning so you can ‘fire and forget.’
RAPID FIRE IGNITION - Get your coals blazing in under 15 minutes—no more waiting around.
TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS - 4.6-star rating from over 24,000 grill pros who demand quality and speed.
PREMIUM ALLOY STEEL BUILD - Durable aluminized steel and alloy handle ensure long-lasting, rugged performance.

The Weber Chimney Starter Small is a premium, compact charcoal ignition tool crafted from durable aluminized steel and alloy. It lights coals in under 15 minutes with optimized airflow for a steady burn, making it perfect for smaller grills and quick BBQ sessions. Trusted by over 24,000 users with a 4.6-star rating, it’s the go-to accessory for efficient, hassle-free grilling.

Specifications

ASIN	B07B5BHKDZ
Brand Name	Weber
Color	Silver
Cooking System	Charcoal
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (15,904)
Frame Material	Aluminized Steel
Fuel Type	Charcoal
Global Trade Identification Number	00077924077388
Grill Configuration	Cart
Handle Material	Plastic
Included Components	chimney starter
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Installation Type	Built-In
Item Dimensions	33 x 19.1 x 30.5 centimeters
Item Weight	0.01 Ounces
Manufacturer	Weber
Manufacturer Part Number	7429
Material Type	Charcoal
Model Name	Rapid Fire
Model Number	7429
Other Special Features of the Product	Superior Heat Retention
Recommended Uses For Product	Outdoor
Required Assembly	No
UPC	077924077388

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