From what is in this, and other posts I have deduced that I have an Optimus SVEA 123, in a Sievert red and black box, with 71 stamped on the top....
I envy you. I have a NIB S123 in the same red and black box, but the windshield does not have the engraving. One way of speeding production and...
Why not look at the Soto Fusion Trek, or WindMaster stoves for innovation? The earlier Muka, and later Stormbreaker stoves are excellent at what...
I am fortunate enough to have bought one of these "shorty" P72 stoves off EBay. A curious stove with the pressure relief valve and soldered wire...
Replacing the filling cap seal, takes a great deal of patience and commitment. I found that cursing and swearing makes the job a little easier,...
Sounds doable :lol:
How about Saturday, 7/12 @ The Groynes, @ 1400, at the southern end carpark adjacent to the footbridge?
Right team, it is now spring, and days are running out before Christmas Day, or between Christmas and New Year? Let's make it happen.
I understand that kerosene burns hotter than white Fuelite or Coleman Fuel (being light hydro-treated naphtha). Worth trying in an Optimus 111,...
The brown Coleman 400 stove is a keeper. I bought mine in 1984, which makes it 40 years old now. It goes well on full tilt, and has an excellent...
A very interesting version of the 199. Perhaps it was produced in a small batch run to test the market?
I have a Globe Trotter stove and two pot set to give away to a good home. All I want is the cost of parcel post (to be determined, depending on...
Something about this stove reminds me of a SVEA 123 :lol:
Is this an Optimus prototype from Sweden?
A very nice collection. I have a soft spot for the Optimus 80 and Primus 71 type of stoves. 10 in total in my own collection.
Is this underburn that is occurring?
Unklegubzy, Fettle box have seals for Sigg bottles. I have a red one that I have used for over forty years. If it could talk, it would tell...
The filler cap gaskets are quite thick and are very difficult to remove. If you don't believe me, then try it! I had to dig it out, destroying...
Yes, I think I would be interested in a meating. Outdoors would be a better place to light stoves and cook with them. The Groynes picnic area...
I am a Kiwi, based in Christchurch
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