Finally took the bait...

[zueth]

Those are awesome circulators. We like vegetables, chicken and pork chops the best from the SV. Steak is OK but for what ever reason I struggle with the sear. That may change now that I have a MAK 2 star with sear grates. Need to give that a go next time. They work great for reheating left overs also.

For steak, why not give something like this a try? As much as I love my MAK (and I have the sear grates), I know I would be disappointed with finishing a Sous Vide’d steak on it. You need HEAT... and lots of it to properly finish a steak
Jo Chef Professional Culinary Torch – Aluminum Refillable Crème Brulee Blow Torch – With Adjustable Flame – Perfect for Cooking, Baking, Crafts, BBQs – FREE Heat Resistant Place Mat + Recipe eBook https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073YSBC8P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fKT-Ab1KMRT48

I like this for the sear:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bernzomatic-TS4000KC-Trigger-Start-Torch-Kit-TS4000KC/203368730

but like a hot cast iron best.

[Dave R.]

I think one of these would do the job when a nice sear is required but the wife thinks I would get into too much trouble.

[teesquare]

A MAPP gas torch is always handy to have. Great for lighting charcoal chimneys, searing/finishing a Sous Vide steak, soldering copper pipe joints.....or freshening up a Jheri Curl -intentionally or otherwise...

[tlg4942]

I think thats a picture of Tommy searing off a steak for Kimmie! 

I think one of these would do the job when a nice sear is required but the wife thinks I would get into too much trouble.