Great-Grandparent's camping kettle queries

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  1. Carol Jay United Kingdom

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    Hi, does anyone know if this has an asbestos wick ? If so, can it be used or replaced ? The reservoir around the wick is welded shut. And should I use meths or lamp oil ? All information PXL_20250709_131426176.jpg PXL_20250709_131341486.jpg PXL_20250709_131149983.RESTORED.jpg gratefully received
     
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    Nice
     
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    Hi, the wick should be cotton and the fuel for this type of burner was usually meths. A nice inheritance:thumbup:
     
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    Welcome to CCS @Carol Jay
    A good looking setup, congratulations :thumbup:
     
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