Big5 Outdoor — Braai & Cast Iron Made in SA Since 1977 | Big5 Cookware
Big5 Outdoor — Made for the Braai. Born in South Africa.
Big5 Outdoor is the outdoor cooking and braai equipment brand manufactured by Big5 Cookware (Pty) Ltd at our Thaba Nchu, Free State factory. The range covers everything you need for a South African outdoor cook: 3-leg cast iron potjie pots, Kettle Braais, and accessories for the wood-fire kitchen.
Braai is more than cooking — it is a South African tradition. Big5 Outdoor makes the equipment that tradition deserves. Built from heavy-gauge steel and cast iron. Tested against South African conditions. Designed to last years of weekend gatherings.
The Big5 Outdoor Range
Cast Iron 3-Leg Potjie Pots (8 sizes)
The traditional South African 3-leg cast iron potjie pot, manufactured in Thaba Nchu since 1977. Available in 8 sizes from No. 1/4 (700ml) to No. 25 (75-100L). Every row below links directly to the right variant page on Shopify:
| Size | Capacity | Serves | Price | Status | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1/4 | ~700ml | 1 portion | R249 | Restocking | Buy No. 1/4 → |
| No. 1/2 | 1.2L | 2 people | R419 | In stock | Buy No. 1/2 → |
| No. 2 | ~5L | 4–6 people | R699 | Restocking | Buy No. 2 → |
| No. 3 | ~7.8L | 8–12 people | R749 | Restocking | Buy No. 3 → |
| No. 4 | ~10L | 10–15 people | R1,399 | Restocking | Buy No. 4 → |
| No. 6 | ~15L | 15–25 people | R1,899 | Restocking | Buy No. 6 → |
| No. 20 | ~50L | 50–70 people | R4,699 | In stock | Buy No. 20 → |
| No. 25 | ~75-100L | 80–140 people | R4,999 | In stock | Buy No. 25 → |
Browse all 3-leg cast iron potjie sizes →
Kettle Braais (3 sizes)
Heavy-gauge enamelled steel kettle braais for the SA backyard, patio, or community event. Click any image or title to buy direct:
36cm Small14.5" portable |
47cm Medium18" family favourite |
57cm Large22" community size |
Accessories & Companion Products
- French Cast Iron Teapot 1150ml — R499 (brown / blue) — for fire-side coffee & tea
- Dove Enamel Mug 8cm — R39.99 (multiple colour finishes) — the classic outdoor mug
- New World Enamelware 12pc Camping Dinner Set — R339 — 4 mugs + 4 bowls + 4 plates for full outdoor catering
Why Big5 Outdoor vs Imported Braai Brands
| Big5 Outdoor | Imported brands | |
|---|---|---|
| Made in SA | ✅ Thaba Nchu factory since 1977 | ❌ Most imported / assembled |
| Designed for SA braai culture | ✅ — potjiekos, pap, multi-person events | ⚠️ Often designed for US/EU markets |
| Replacement parts available locally | ✅ | ⚠️ Slow, expensive imports |
| Cast iron heritage | ✅ 48 years | Varies — many newcomers |
| Factory-direct pricing | ✅ via big5cookware.co.za | ❌ Retail-only channel |
What Big5 Outdoor Is For
- Weekend braai households — 47cm kettle braai + a No. 2 or No. 3 potjie
- Community / church functions — No. 20 or No. 25 cast iron + 57cm kettle braai
- Camping / overland — No. 1/2 potjie + 36cm kettle braai
- Catering / lodges — No. 20/No. 25 + 57cm kettle braai. Wholesale available.
Where to Buy Big5 Outdoor
Online: Cast Iron Potjie Pots · Kettle Braais · Takealot · Makro
Wholesale / B2B: supplier@big5cookware.co.za — bulk pricing for hire companies, lodges, NGO feeding programmes
FAQ
What is Big5 Outdoor? The outdoor / braai brand manufactured by Big5 Cookware (Pty) Ltd. Kettle braais, cast iron potjie pots, and accessories — all made in Thaba Nchu since 1977.
Where are Big5 Outdoor products made? Stand 21 Selosesha Industrial Area, Thaba Nchu, Free State, South Africa 9785.
How does Big5 Outdoor cast iron compare to LK's Best Duty? Same cast iron material, factory-direct vs retail. See our full comparison page.
What's the difference vs Bon Voyage cast iron? Same factory, same product — Bon Voyage is the household-positioned cast iron brand, Big5 Outdoor positions for the braai use case more heavily. The 3-leg potjie pot range is sold under both brand banners.
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