Here is a few pics of a early Optimus 11 that I received. It appears to be all original, but is missing the spanner wrench.
Nice one Dan! Another one that's on my list for my 'Small Collection of Stoves'. Looks in really good condition. Did you do anything to it? sam
Hi Sam, I got real lucky on this one . I straightened the case a bit, cleaned up the tank and burner, replaced the pump cup and added a pot support. It pumps up and holds pressure as well as passes air through so I am sure it'll run, but I haven't gotten to the point of using it yet. Probably won't see any use, just a shelf queen .
Hey, Dan, VERY lovely early 11, my Friend!! Well done! Mine is not quite as old as is yours, but I like it quite a bit. Mine also has a stuck NRV, and I've not gotten up the bollocks yet to remove the pump tube to fix it, despite the OUTSTANDING tutorial and tools that Brother Exeter_yak sent to help me!! Well done in scoring yours!! Take care, and God Bless! Every Good Wish, Doc
Hi Guys and thanks for the compliments, but all I did was clean it up a bit after buying it. Its one of those stoves that I'll hopefully own for many years to come. My pictures aren't too good as I have a real old digital camera, but Jeff is right on the money in that its a dark green color. I'd love to have its younger sibling the #8, but it'll come if its in the cards eventually. Have a good evening, Dan
I can take some pictures of the wrench if you want Dan. I found a nickel tank Optimus 8 for 58 dollars off ebay. Jeff
I thought I should add this picture I send Dan (dday) to this post for future readers. From left to right: A later Svea 123 key, Optimus 11 wrench, and Optimus 111 key. Cheers, Jeff