Bon Voyage No. 3 Potjie Pot — R749 — ~7.8 litres Cast Iron | Big5
Bon Voyage No. 3 Potjie Pot — R749 — Cast Iron (~7.8L) | Big5 Cookware
What is a No. 3 Potjie?
The Bon Voyage No. 3 is a cast iron 3-leg potjie pot with approximately ~7.8 litres capacity, serving 8–12 people. The most widely-used potjie size in South Africa — perfect for a typical family weekend braai or small gathering. The default "buy one if you only buy one" choice. Manufactured by Big5 Cookware at our Botshabelo, Free State factory since 1977 — currently restocking.
Specs
| Spec | Bon Voyage No. 3 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | ~7.8 litres |
| Servings | 8–12 people |
| Material | Cast iron, 3-leg traditional design |
| Price (when in stock) | R749 (regular R1,299) |
| SKU | 3C2103 |
| Manufacturer | Big5 Cookware (Pty) Ltd · Thaba Nchu, Free State |
| Stock status | ⚠️ Out of stock — restocking |
| Delivery (when available) | Free over R800 nationwide via Bob Go |
Bon Voyage vs LK's Best Duty in this Size
LK Best Duty No. 3 retails through Builders, Game, and Outdoor Warehouse at typically R1,688–R1,948. Bon Voyage No. 3 at R749 (sale, regular R1,299) is factory-direct from our Thaba Nchu plant — same cast iron, same traditional 3-leg design, no retail markup. See the full comparison.
In-Stock Alternatives Right Now
- No. 1/2 (1.2L, 2 people) — R419 — personal portions
- No. 20 (~50L, 50–70 people) — R4,699 — community catering
- No. 25 (~75–100L, 80–140 people) — R4,999 — mega events
FAQ
What is a No. 3 potjie? A ~7.8L cast iron 3-leg potjie, serves 8–12 people. R749 from Big5 Cookware factory direct (currently restocking). Most widely-used potjie size in South Africa.
When will the No. 3 be back in stock? Restock typically 4–6 weeks. Sign up for notification on the product page.
How does it compare to LK's Best Duty? Same cast iron, factory-direct vs retail. We save R900+ vs typical LK retail pricing.
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