The British Military No.7 utilises an Optimus 80 tank with a SVEA 123R burner. Therefore, if required, an Optimus mini-pump and pump cap can be used with this stove. Housing the No.7 is a steel case which is incredibly robust incorporating ventilation louvres at the rear. Due to the ‘step’ which is formed when the case front is open, removing and reinserting the stove into the case can be made much easier by first rotating the stove, so that the fuel cap faces forward. The date stamp is located along the front edge the case lid. The ‘Melco’ control key/wrench came with this No.7 Pharael.
@mickeytee - Thank you. Yes they are a very good stove. I have a second No.7 which I use and that boils a kettle in next to no time. Pharael.
I've never seen this type of steering wheel key before. It has a sturdy, military-style design and looks cool.
@Camp numao - thank you It is the same control key which is used on the British Military No.6. Pharael.
that is a feature i like about Military cases over the original Opti 80 and Primus 70 and 71, it would not rust through, and if you wanted to keep the case in pristine condition the case can be painted in original colour and no graphics that will be spoilt by over painting
@mr optimus - exactly so. I have come across some very rusty No.7 cases over the years but never any that had rusted through. Pharael.
@Remus1956 - not that common but they do pop up for sale from time to time. This is one of my No.7’s which have both original labels intact…they usually get burned off over time. Pharael.
