The things you are calling handles fit into the top grate to keep the grate from sliding around before and during cooking. Thank you for sharing this.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Quite a few viewers have told me this but I cannot make it work on the stove I have. The handles must be too short on this one. If you know of a video demonstrating this I would appreciate seeing it. Thanks
@billsimpson18764 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these last year, I found similar issues with exit headroom and base grate. I fabbed up a cross-stand by lap-jointing a couple of cut-down thrift store bread knives, which gave me an inch of exhaust headroom. Did well with a 10" cast iron pan, so stability and exhaust room is there now. I also wired in some hardware cloth to the base grate to hold coals better, and store a folded piece of oven liner foil inside to use underneath. With these mods and the ability to hold a Trangia in the right spot, I think this stove is very workable, especially for the price. If I'd already owned a Firebox or Bushbox I can't say that I would've bought this though, but at this point it works for me. FWIW, I don't think the latch on the door is meant for opening and closing during burns, it's there so you can open it and feed during a burn (if preferred), but keep it closed to the side for folding/storage. My name vote is for "Stovid-19"!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Great mods and pretty much what I was thinking. Yes, the Firebox and Bushbox are better stoves but of course much more expensive. I like the "pandemic" name for the stove. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@Kathy_Is_Blessed4 жыл бұрын
I like the Stovid-19....🤣🤣🤣
@dereklapointe64364 жыл бұрын
I used this stove all winter. I find that door in the front the best feature of it. I use it as a feeding port. It comes in very handy for heat control. When cooking steak, chops, sausage, etc. I can pull the longer peaces of wood in and out to control flare ups.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
This stove has a lot going for it. A few mods and it is near perfect. Especially at this price. Thanks for commenting
@70agrr4 жыл бұрын
Got one, love it, especially for the price, outside of having an expensive bushbox, I would go as far as saying this is probably one of the most popular ones on the market atm
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I agree. I have a number of the less expensive stoves and this has the most going for it. I do have the Firebox and Bushbox and they are great but cost so much more. Thanks for commenting
@strollingireland98603 жыл бұрын
I just acquired one of these and, having watched this review, also got a stainless steel ruler and cut and notched it to give the pot or pan that 1/2" clearance. Much appreciated.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Right on. I use a lot of stainless steel rulers as pot stands. Cheap and effective. Thanks for commenting
@thomasrufer62064 жыл бұрын
Wohoo! Quarantine and a new video from Mark! Day is saved! :) greetings from switzerland
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I hope you are keeping safe. Thanks for commenting
@benthere80514 жыл бұрын
Stay safe and take care, Mark. Thanks for the video.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jim. Same to you
@kevinmccarthy67184 жыл бұрын
I have basically this stove by REDCAMP from Amazon. I won't mention other features that you very well documented. But, mine has a fire grate that is not hinged inside. It uses pegs to go across to support it. That makes it adjustable for a Trangia stove or whatever, but does make it more unstable. The ash pan also is unstable. I had to modify using metal clips to hold pegs and the ash pan. It makes it very stable now. I think I like your version better in a way because the fire grate pivots down and makes the stove much more stable. I have mostly used mine as a barbecue with charcoal. Really like the pot stand mod. Learned much! Thanks for review, was glad to see a new review from you Mark!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked the video. I am hearing the newer versions are like what you have. Having heard about your version, I am not sure I would prefer it or not. Maybe just making mods to the old one would be better. Thanks for commenting
@nsyakfisheroutdoors21854 жыл бұрын
I’ve considered this stove for sometime before finnally convincing myself it didn’t have a place in my line up. Your video just confirmed that. Thanks for the video... now time to go work on my next backcountry meal video.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Right on. Your backcountry meals are the best. Keep at it. Thanks for commenting
@ricardoneto77894 жыл бұрын
Great video Mark ! Thanks for taking the time in preparing this review😉. I just received the revision 2 of this stove from AliExpress. It is similar to the one you reviewed but also has 3 sets of extra holes on the side of the stove for adjusting the bottom grill height. Two rods are also included. This can of use for using an alcohol stove. Will need to experiment with it first and see if I get that 1 inch sweet spot. Also the bottom grit grill seems to be improved compared to the stove reviewed. The grit pattern is closer together .With regards to the top grill I will make spacers using a steel saw blade as shown on your video. The stove handles are now placed higher and above the door handle. Thanks for sharing👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Interesting to hear the new version has many of the mods I was thinking of. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@billheckman59374 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark and all theKZfaq channels to which I subscribe for distracting us from the pandemic and helping me concentrate on better times ahead in the outdoors. I too have been cooking lunches, suppers and afternoon snacks and coffee in the backyard and nearby woods. You all are providing a much appreciated service. Please keep them coming. You all are THE BEST. Stay safe.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome. I envy you as we now have a full fire ban, even in my back yard. Thanks for commenting
@jeff29553 жыл бұрын
Nice review of the stove. My conclusion, if you are a stove junkie, buy the stove to play with, if you want a good, functional stove out of the box, buy a Firebox.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I think the only reason for buying this stove (other than being a stove junkie) is the lower cost for those who cannot justify the Firebox. Thanks for commenting
@btrswt354 жыл бұрын
Stainless steel ruler cross bars is brilliant! I got one of these and with three or four brickets of charcoal it works very well.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Right on. I will be using this with charcoal as well. Thanks for commenting
@thedriftingspore7 ай бұрын
There we go, tutorial complete haha. To think this stove was used by Wayne and you Mark has me feeling pretty humble over here. Thanks again for passing this treasure along to me.
@MarkYoungBushcraft7 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoy using it. if it helps, I made a fallow up video for it as well.
@thedriftingspore7 ай бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft yes right on I did watch it a good while ago. I will give it another look.
@fmkfmk3835 Жыл бұрын
Hi Mark...good review of this stove The handles on each side... are to hold the grate so there are 2 notches On the grill...and when they are up (the handles) You can sit your big pot on top of it and it will hold very very well... I know I have one (Chinese)... and for info its a copy of the Redcamp Foldingstove
@MarkYoungBushcraft Жыл бұрын
Glad you like the review. Mine must be a bit different than newer versions. I have tried every which way to make the handles hold the grill. They just won't reach. Thanks for commenting
@northwind74094 жыл бұрын
A good review, as always, Mark. You could make an auxiliary piece out of 1/4" or even 1/8" hardware cloth, to rest on the existing bottom grate. That would control the drop-through somewhat. That would also allow you to use pellets. If you liked the idea of lifting handles, you could make a pair of 6" long U-shaped handles (coat hangers would work) with 1/2" legs bent outward at the two tips. Keep them with the kit, but not attached while the stove is burning. If you needed to move the stove, you squeeze the handles in a bit so that the legs pop into the 'loops' provided. Move the stove, then squeeze to release.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Excellent mod suggestions. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@charlesfaulkner86534 жыл бұрын
Maybe call it the Corona Cooker. Seriously really look forward to your videos. I always learn a lot and your reviews are always spot on. In today’s environment your videos help take our thoughts away from the pandemic for a little while.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Cool, another pandemic name for the stove. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@douggibson90844 жыл бұрын
Very nice stove Mark. You and your family stay safe and healthy. Yes good hand washing, physical distancing and one more thing when you're outside of your property " Treat every surface as it's contaminated"
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Good advice my friend. Stay safe
@hooters69513 жыл бұрын
You could always open the feed door, that would bring in a large air flow.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Yes, but it still needs exhaust space at the top. Thanks for commenting
@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival4 жыл бұрын
Interesting design and as usual, a great review. Thumbs up.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting Lonnie. Stay safe
@Canadian_Craftsman4 жыл бұрын
Very nifty little stove I like it! Always a sucker for woodstoves I can't cant get enough. Great review Mark your thorough and to the point😁🤙
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Yeas, me too. I have stoves just waiting to be tested when the fire ban ends. Thanks for commenting
@Radoslaw731 Жыл бұрын
That's why its better to spend more money and buy a firebox gen 2. Well worth it 😊 Cheers from Poland Mark
@MarkYoungBushcraft Жыл бұрын
No argument from me. Love my FireBox stoves. Thanks for commenting
@James-ke5sx2 жыл бұрын
I bought two, one is 8 inches square. It said it was an upgraded version. The bottom and top grills are better and the bottom grill snaps into two side hooks so it keeps the whole thing solid. I bought the larger one thinking it could be a good little heat source in case of emergencies I can just drop wood in there without it flying all over the place to make a little heater. These are the same except it's a different company I can't remember who. Plus they were on special someone had sent one of them back. I went from high school to HMCS Cornwallis in 68, good times.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
There are a number of these stove available under different brand names. Most are upgraded from the one I have. Not this best stove available but good for the money. Thanks for commenting
@Jeemdeecreations2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review!
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! Thanks for commenting
@Gator-357 Жыл бұрын
Guess I'm lucky, I have my iwn woods, 20 acres worth along with my off grid cabin. These little stoves are quite the bargain at $20 and with a few mods, even better and more sturdy and stable. Mine cane with a folding pot stand that locks the top in place. Also I use a Dollar store baking pan to set my stove in so I can pick it up and move it without getting burnt. I put a piece of expanded steel in the bottom to keep the smaller pieces of wood from falling through and help keep the stove more stable and cut down the ash pan to fit in the front slot as well as four notches in each of the top corners for the grate to sit in and help lock the stove in and add some stability. Another thing I did was drilled some holes in the sides toward the top to hold the steel mesh so I can use my Trangia with it. Oh, and I took th door ring off and added a piece of wire bent in an "L" to facilitate opening and closing the door easier. I have to note that these are made as cooking stoves, not portable firepits to keep.you warm. If you repeatedly build big fires in these, they will start to warp and the hinges will start to open and the stove will become very ricketty and suject to falling over.
@MarkYoungBushcraft Жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree with your experience. Thanks for commenting
@benutzer_definiert4 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Germany! Stay safe and healthy!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thank you and stay safe as well
@joesmith42222 жыл бұрын
Just got mine. If you turn the grill over and put the side handles threw the grill handles it hold the grill a half inch above the stove.👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
I must have an older model because I have tried that and it won't work for me. Thanks for commenting
@cillaloves2fish6883 жыл бұрын
I bought this and used it a few times, had to insert a thin grate on top of that bottom grate... It's actually a small barbeque grate topper for small veggies, from the dollar store a few years ago. They don't sell them anymore. It works good, just need to cut one of the flaps off so I can use the feed door. Right now the opening is blocked. Still gotta make a pot stand for it... But it grills pretty good! Gets really hot tho... U have to be careful not to burn your food.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Great mod. Should help a lot with the burn. Thanks for commenting
@pakleader42 жыл бұрын
They make another model with skewers so you can raise the grates. I took mine to a metal a fabrication shop and had the grate covered with smaller grates and added a longer henge to the door. He also made cross section pot stand which works great. So I took the model that does not have fold down grates and applied it to the fold down model. And can use spirit burners, fuel tabs, pellets, charcoal and wood. It works like a firebox. Not as cleverly but like one, but works like one. I having fix a boil top so a cup can fit. Gotta figure out the air flow. So I’m working on that now. Used your link plus others, so my Facebook family can learn about and how to make, plus make modifications to wood stoves. But there’s another version of that stove. That assembles as to quick setup. Semper Fi
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
I believe the newer versions have added the adjustment holes and a few other upgrades. I am planning to make an update video at some point. Thanks for commenting
@DaniellaMakingLearningArt3 жыл бұрын
Another great review. I have the one similar to that, maybe just slightly bigger, but with the open side, no door. Been a great compact folding stove and fire box. You provide so much helpful and useful content. Thank you for making these videos. Your reviews are also very informative, aside from review the item. You're awesome.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have a review on another version that may be similar to what you have.
@emmanueljesusmacalalag19324 жыл бұрын
thanks mark.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Most welcome
@70cimabue3 жыл бұрын
I have the same stove.. mine didn’t warp over 1 year with about 24 uses… I didn’t notch for a pot rack, instead I drilled 4 holes to use 2 metal cabob stick that ran parallel to each other… and I drilled 4 holes each 1/2 inch in diameter about 1/4 inch below the top of the box….. it works great with no smoke….. I also just have a small pan I place on top of the bottom rack with several holes to limit the airflow and doesn’t allow much ash to fall through hot…
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I am planning an update video showing some of the same things you do now. Thanks for commenting
@walkerone98334 жыл бұрын
If it's from China, involves electricity or has moving parts, the quality control will be hit and miss. On the stoves, I have a small folding stove ...no name, and the hinge pins constantly fall out. Also from China, my Dave Canterbury canteen cup also had the hinge pin fall out. To their credit they did replace the item.....great customer service! But now I carry wire to fix in an emergency. Won't trust it. My Firebox Nano is designed so the hinge pins can not fall out. Really nice design. I have also found that you need one inch of free space all around the top of perimeter of the stove to eliminate the smoking as mentioned at 1320. The 5 in. Firebox solved that with the folding wind break. I did as you showed at 1600 on my 5 in. Emberlit but had the height at 1 inch instead. Really made a difference!! Even the scalloped top of the 5 in. Emberlit was not enough to eliminate smoking. I then drilled holes in the scalloped sections on the top of the 4 sides of the Emberlit and now it is a perfect stove. I would remove the stock handles, bend my own larger ones and just store them inside the folded stove. Nice vid Mark. Thanks!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Without question, the Firebox is a much better stove. Of interest, I have videos talking about the same issue with the Emberlit and my mods. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@jonser20cent684 жыл бұрын
Hello Steve, greetings from Ireland! I have decided finally on getting this model. I think that a stove needs to be that size if you are going to grill or fry meat rather than just boiling/stewing food. You need a certain distance from the food to the fire to avoid burning from flames/flareups and using charcoal, like you said, would help in getting a controlled, distant heat. I have watched many videos of people grilling meat on the firebox/bushbox and their idea of flame grilling is different to mine! I`d rather not eat burgers red on the inside and black on the outside especially if I am far from a doctor. I also struggled with the price of the firebox/bushbox even though I knew they were better quality than the Chinese stove so the size issue makes my choice easy. I have a Lixada double walled cylindrical stove which you also reviewed I think and it is great, but again it is most suitable for boiling only. Thanks for your time and effort!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I learned to boil over flame and grill over coals. Thanks for commenting
@ross.580082 жыл бұрын
Nice. I got one of these at a market for 2 euro but missing the bottom grate. No big deal. These things are great whilst camping, but slightly heavier than the German one. Cheers mate.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Great find. Thanks for commenting
@garyt68224 жыл бұрын
I purchased this stove from eBay a few weeks ago for only £14 (uk) + freepost. It's the same 'Chinese firebox' but a slightly modified version to yours; the front proportions are improved. The top handles sit higher and do not interfere with the opening of the main drop down door. Although I got mine from eBay, I think, Ali Express is the preferential place to browse. Despite all the ads reading the same; the pictures do show variations. A sharp eye is required but the differences are there! Really enjoyed your video Mark. Hope your ongoing research/use of this stove spawns another video. It's a popular stove, with quite a few video demos on You Tube Buy 4 now, G. PS: lots of variations including ones with holes and push thru bars to adjust the height of the fuel platform.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for mentioning the updated version of the stove. I also tend to buy more from Aliexpress than other places. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@davidlaw2337 ай бұрын
I had a few of these I gave them away and keep one big one and my wood gas stoves
@MarkYoungBushcraft7 ай бұрын
May not be the best stove in my collection but it is still a good value. Thanks for commenting
@pearsef75503 жыл бұрын
Interesting review, I bought one myself and I think it's good enough to get the job done only thing I dislike is the large holes in the grate in the bottom
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree about the fire grate. It does allow ash to fall through to keep from clogging it up but live coals also fall through. Thanks for commenting
@Limicola12 жыл бұрын
Great video! I just got the larger version and haven't tried it out yet. It has a top cover with a hole and pot stands that fit over the hole. I also found that you can use the pot stands without the cover by turning them upside down. Looking forward to using this as my "fire pit" on my next camping trip. I cut some 1/2" expanded metal to put over the fire grate and I think that will work well for pellets but I also found that a metal steamer will fit inside could be used for pellets.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
All good suggestions. Thanks for commenting
@simpletheorygear4 жыл бұрын
As always, just an excellently informative video. Thank you so much for sharing!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting and stay safe Mac
@k9road3 жыл бұрын
Mine was in the post yesterday and it was covered from both sides, inside and out, under folds and rivets and in crevices with a blue plastic foil. After finding new names for the genius that thought of that, besides sending him with a one-way ticket to Mars, while trying to remove the foil I cut up my fingers on very sharp edges, yes it bled. Today I went back to it and used tweezers, but some of the foil is impossible to be removed and have to burn into the steel. So after about an hour and 10 I have finally ended up with the product I had ordered about 2 months ago from China.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I know what you mean. I made the mistake of leaving the blue film on one of the stoves and having a fire in it. Don't do that. What a mess. Thanks for commenting
@cillaloves2fish6883 жыл бұрын
Yup.... That blue film was hell to take off!!
@rocknh684 жыл бұрын
First, thanks for another video. I enjoy your videos. I noticed there are two versions of these stoves. One with the hinged fire grate and the other version with basically tent pegs like Gary and Kevin have mentioned they have. I made sure to buy one with the pegs. Gives you 3 positions, more if you also use the bottom air holes for the pegs. It lets me raise the fire grate for using less charcoal while grilling or drop it down for full load of wood. Also the peg version has the handles higher and out of the way of the front door. The two cons I have are like yours. An 11" skillet smothers it some and the door latch is sketchy. Been thinking it needed trivets and now I see that'll be a have to mod. Thanks again for the video!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I am hearing of the newer version that address some of the issues. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@gordonmurdoch38114 жыл бұрын
I agree that it's not aesthetically pleasing due to the play in the hinges, BUT compared to the Firebox that isn't square (due to the fact that they reduce production costs by omitting two hinges) it's a dream. All the best.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
It is certainly a less expensive way to go. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@mikek.39654 жыл бұрын
Nice pro and con comments. Thanks!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked the video. Thanks for commenting
@rodbagley4 жыл бұрын
Mark, that is the first stove I bought. After watching the Fire box stove channel I made a bunch of improvements to mine. Must admit I got the Ideas from Steve. First I took a flat punch and made holes about a half inch apart two rows of then on both of the folding sides. Like Steve's fire box I can now add the trangia alcohol burner. With the different higth holes I can slide my cheap skewers through the holes the find the (sweet spot). Next I got a piece od boiler plate S S. and cut it to fit over that over sized screen in the bottom you didn't like. I didnt like that either. My boiler plate does slow down the fire and sometimes it gets plugged up with ash. Does work great with charcoal. I made two bars to go across the top but mine cross to make an X. Same idea to get some air space between the pot and the top of the stove. Made a bigger piece of boiler plate SS. To grill on the top. One more piece of SS no holes in this one. Trying this for use as a small frying pan. Long story short by the time I got done I had $21.00 stove 8.55 boiler plates 4.75 flat SS plate 8.50 for the -8 skewers I had more invested to make it the way I wanted it than the stove cost me. However that being said. Now the thing is heavier than all get-out! Took alot of time messing with it but don't care. I had fun doing it and now seems to work. Must admit I wouldn't want to take it backpacking. Need a few goats and dogs like the Fire box guy! I enjoy your videos and your channel. Thanks for all your reviews. Rod
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Great fun modifying inexpensive gear to make it work better. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@rodbagley4 жыл бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanjs for the reply. Stay safe. Thanks for your reviews on different equipment. Keep on keeping on!
@hypo3454 жыл бұрын
Thanks for continuing to make videos in these darkest of days. Intersting option but I will be trying my hardest to purchase all my future outdoor products made somewhere other than China and that's one reason I'm a fan of the firebox. Been using my FB stoves in the garden under lock down to keep myself sane. Stay safe, stay well from the UK. PS, I wonder if we might see a larger Firebox stove in the future I use two ATM to get round the size issue.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I hope to keep making videos for as long as I can given out state of emergency. I don't know about Firebox making a larger stove but I am testing one from Germany called the Flexfire that is a bot larger. We have a full fire ban now subsequent to the state of emergency so it will be a while before I can complete the review. Thanks for commenting
@bathcolin4 жыл бұрын
Goood fair review Mark. The handles are useful for keeping the grill sat on the top I have found. Your friends mod for the sticks on top I'm going to have to try. Thanks to you and your friend Wayne! ;-)
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked the video. Thank you for commenting
@justmeandmadawgs50573 жыл бұрын
The handles go under the grill handles to lock it up but not very well, you probably no this by now , great video 👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I have heard that from quite a few people but for some reason I can't make it work with this stove. I really have tried. I think the handles may be to short on this one. It would be helpful if someone could direct me to a video that shows how it is done. Thanks for commenting
@justmeandmadawgs50573 жыл бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft I can’t find any lol maybe a later feature mine came with a diagram other wise I would not have guessed but your friends mod is the best idea I will be using that after 6 months general use my grill has disintegrated I’ve also put a plate in the bottom with 1/4 inch holes instead of the grill nice slow very hot burn for 15 English pounds a great stove , love your videos sorted many a bargain stove as I can see 👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
@@justmeandmadawgs5057 I did the same, adding a plate with smaller holes. It slows the burn a bit and allows for using wood pellets. I will make a follow video at some point
@IanKeegan3 жыл бұрын
Gotta video regardless of the fact that's its in your back garden Mark. Stay positive!
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I would love if I could make all my videos in the woods. Thanks for commenting
@sseche Жыл бұрын
This is the one I have. Bought it to see if this type of stove would be useful to me. Only had the initial burn so far to make coffee in my back yard to learn how it works. I feel like the firebox stove is a bit small. This one seems like you could actually cook dinner on it. Experience may change my mind. I’d imagine firebox had specific reasons for the size.
@MarkYoungBushcraft Жыл бұрын
It is definitely bigger than the Firebox if not as durable. Thanks for commenting
@Woodswalker19654 жыл бұрын
Good morning Mark, very reasonably priced stove, not perfect but for the price probably acceptable. Nice job👍 Stay safe during this crisis my friend👊
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Hi Wade. Thanks for commenting and you stay safe as well
@drinxs5053 жыл бұрын
You can also use candles for emergency indoor use..just improvise a spacer to put the candles on to be raised and you can also keep the door open for extra light
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Great tip! Thank you for commenting
@totallyfrozen2 жыл бұрын
I bought one on eBay and when it arrived, frustration of frustrations. The entire box stove-every piece-was covered in protective plastic membrane. The problem was that they covered all the pieces PRIOR to building the stove so the plastics was UNDER every fold and rivet. So I couldn’t get all of it out. Therefore, on the first burn melted and burnt plastic. Toxic smoke, you wouldn’t want to cook over it. Very unhappy about that. The stove does seem well made and it’s hefty. I bought this to stash in a backpack or a Get-Home-Bag but it’s nearly 2 lbs. Pretty heavy for a backpack stove in my opinion.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
I know what you are saying. I have had a few stoves show up with the blue film on them. Can be a real pain to get off. This stove does have its pros and cons. Thanks for commenting
@totallyfrozen2 жыл бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Yes, I bought this because I inherited an antique brass jet coil kerosene stove from my father and was looking for a stove grate and wind screen tall enough to hold the jet coil. I’m disappointed with the plastic covering but not the stove design.
@luzlune47033 жыл бұрын
I have a couple of lengths of 10mm box section on top of the top grill. Little smoke and good clearance.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Thanks for commenting
@ads97653 жыл бұрын
From the other ( and better lol ) side of the country in Victoria, thank you for the great review.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I have been to Victoria. Love the island as a whole. Can't get used to seeing the sun go down into the ocean😉. Thanks for commenting
@gavinlait88414 жыл бұрын
Hi guys, Ive got the latest version and adapted it now a awesome stove.I can use any wood products charcoal pellets ect and the trangia can be used at different levels.The trangia 27 kettle fits inside for a very fast boil.. Awesome honest review as always Mark.
@gavinlait88414 жыл бұрын
PS. Out of curiosity Mark if you had to choose one stove only what would it be?
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
The 5" Firebox, in titanium if you can afford it. Most versatile stove available. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@David-uf8xi3 жыл бұрын
Very good and practical video
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting
@jojitsu564 жыл бұрын
Great to see all these stoves in action.. I still think the ikea hobo stove is probably one of the best; simple, light, cheap and a good capacity.. As long as it's filled with other equipment whilst in transit it doesn't take up much space.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I agree. Hard to beat the Ikea in bang for buck. Thanks for commenting
@oldpisces494 жыл бұрын
Thank U! Honest reeport even for all its shortcomings!! My best to U and your loved ones durin this mess! Stay safe please
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked the video. Thanks for commenting and stay safe as well
@rodbagley16862 жыл бұрын
I got one of those about the same time you made this video. If you take some time, you can make a bunch of improvements. Kind of like the Firebox stove. Made Fire sticks out of barbecue skewers. Punch some holes with a punch or small flat screwdrivers. Then you can put in an alcohol burner in and adjust the height. Also I made a second burner plate with smaller holes so I could burn wood pellets. A still not a firebox but, $ compared to $$$ for the Firebox.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
I have made pretty much all the same mods you have. I plan to make an update video at some point. Thanks for commenting
@rodbagley16862 жыл бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft can't have enough stoves.
@steamboatmodel4 жыл бұрын
The one on Aliexpress looks to have the holes drilled in the side already, I may add it to my wish list and pick up one later (blew my hobby allowance at Princes Auto online for the month).
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
LOL...I hear you. I can't justify buying anymore stoves until the fire ban is lifted. Thanks for commenting
@bethelteshuwah98242 жыл бұрын
I bought 2 of these from 2 different sellers the opening for the ash pan too big for opening on both don't buy if you don't know how to use tools I had to use tools to make it fit also I had to sand down all rough edges.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Yes, they are less expensive but are also rough and need work to get the most from them. Thanks for commenting
@bonjourtoujour38194 жыл бұрын
Bonjour. Amazing video
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@Alaska-Jack4 жыл бұрын
I briefly owned this stove and I sent it back to Amazon. But when I had it I was playing around with it and I noticed that you could take the grill top with the handles facing towards where the other handles are and loop it over the grill top handles. Why do this? Sometimes food sticks to the grill surface and it will come off when you’re trying to takeoff whatever you’re cooking.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Interesting observation. I will have to take a look at that. Thanks for commenting
@Standswithabeer3 жыл бұрын
yep.
@weatherstorms4 жыл бұрын
A cheese grader makes a great stove too!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I have seen that done as well. Thanks for commenting
@Jens-tc5yz3 ай бұрын
Nice❤
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 ай бұрын
Thanks 🔥
@emmanueljesusmacalalag19323 жыл бұрын
my comment s dat , ur realy dat smart yang kid , godbless!
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@bigd15full4 жыл бұрын
I gave mine to my grand-daughter. She loves to grill hotdogs with charcoal.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Perfect use for it. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@Roarmeister24 жыл бұрын
Nope, I will stay with Steve's Firebox. The original. He put his sweat equity and creativeness into it only to have others try to copy him.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I agree. The Firebox is still the best stove. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@cowmancheese4 жыл бұрын
Great vid!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting
@Funkteon3 жыл бұрын
It's about 20% larger than the Bushbox XL from Germany, and the latest version has fixed the wobbly-fit issues this model had... I've cooked bacon, sausages and eggs for 3 people on this thing using a 24cm non-stick Tefal pan...
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Good to hear about the improvements. Thanks for commenting
@terryw.milburn85654 жыл бұрын
Great Stove for charcoal, Descent Price, Thanks Mark ! You & Gina Stay Safe & Well. ATB T God Bless
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Hi Terry. Thanks for commenting and stay safe yourself
@royphelps80844 жыл бұрын
The bigger one , is great for inside a open top tent , like a tipi or tarp wrapped around poles
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Interesting suggestion. Thanks for commenting
@justcomments93262 жыл бұрын
It seems Americans and their half-brothers the Canadians love their Miles, Gallons, Pounds, ounces etc. and would defend them with their lives. Anyway very informative video. One question though. If we place a square plate of 6inches or more and of 1mm thickness, will it not save the pots from going black since the Stove, as efficiently as it is heats the pot blackens the pot with same efficiency or even more.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Canadians of my age have a split personality when it comes to metric and imperial measurements😅. Yes, a metal plate can not only lessen sooting but also help with heat distribution. Thanks for commenting
@messkitchef4 жыл бұрын
This is a small Kamado. It's not meant to be used in the same way as a firebox or bushbox. The door on the small Kamad has a meaning. In countries that use chopsticks, firebox and bushbox are not preferred because of their unsatisfactory performance and also because they are expensive. In countries that do not use chopsticks, the small Kamado is viewed in the same light as a firebox or bushbox. The opinions you speak from have been very helpful. Thank you.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Was not aware of what a "kamodo" was. I will be looking at them more. Thank you for commenting
@BingWatcher4 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, Thank You for sharing this stove demonstration with us. I live in New Jersey, in a community where we are inside the epicenter of the US virus hotspot. This was a great video and a welcome distraction from the pandemic. Also, can you please add to the show notes the same links you put into the video, such as when you point to a spot on the screen? And the reason for this request is that many devices (such as a Kindle Fire tablet) run the web site version of KZfaq videos and they don't have any on screen channel link cards. Thank You and please stay safe!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Yikes. Please stay safe yourself. Yes, I will add links in the video description
@markfcoble3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
@imeldakennington10473 жыл бұрын
turn the carrying handles up and lock grill on top. No need for ruler then as it gives enough space.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I have tried that based on other viewer comments. Does not work. Thanks for commenting
@scottmurphy49464 жыл бұрын
Good video as always Mark
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for commenting
@july_wu11 ай бұрын
周围应该钻更多孔,可以减少很多重量而且通风。还算是一个不错的火箱子,我也有一个
@MarkYoungBushcraft11 ай бұрын
Thank you for your suggestions. I have a follow up video where I made a number of modifications to the stove if you are interested. Thanks for commenting
@july_wu11 ай бұрын
Your product introduction is very professional and your tone is very friendly. I like your video very much.@@MarkYoungBushcraft
@I-Told-U-So3 жыл бұрын
China finally did something wonderful!!! We just love it for our weekend camping, or even used it just outside the yard.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Glad it is working out for you. Thanks for commenting
@tedcorey30542 жыл бұрын
I'm new to this ,but maybe if you put the pot on sooner it wouldn't create as much smoke because of the smaller flame .I just bought one of these ,but haven't tried it yet .
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Reasonable suggestion but it is actually a bit more complicated than that. A fire smokes the least when it is hottest and has sufficient airflow. Thanks for commenting
@tomh73313 жыл бұрын
Hello Mark, I would suggest a cross bar like you have used on the Ikea hobo stove. This could get you nearly an inch above the sides of the stove for air to move. I believe you used 1 inch aluminum bar stock for them.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Yes, a taller set of crossbars would help. I am using stainless steel rulers from Walmart now as they don't melt under high heat. Thanks for commenting
@davidtiner40943 жыл бұрын
Mark, after watching your video I immediately purchased this stove. There is a grate I made with smaller diameter holes for use with pellets and two pot standoffclearance. Both your recommendations.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Right on. Glad you are liking the stove
@davidtiner40943 жыл бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Don't know what happened but most of my comment didn't show up when it was posted. However, you understood what I was getting at. Thanks.
@donaldsaunders47362 жыл бұрын
I think I'll buy the bush box from Germany it looks a lot sturdier..thanks for the video 👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
The German made Bushcraft Essentials Bushbox is a much better stove. I have reviews if you are interested. Thanks for commenting
@kylethedalek2 жыл бұрын
How would you use this when it’s raining? What could be sued as a shelter that is both fire and water proof?
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Safety must be considered first when using a wood stove with a shelter. There must be adequate airflow to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide do not accumulate. Airflow is not an issue when using a tarp but ensuring the tarp is not too close to the stove is important. Ensure the tarp only covers enough of the stove to prevent rain from reaching it. Use dry hardwood to limit smoke and sparks. Keep the fire as low as possible for cooking. Do not use the stove for warmth. Hope this helps
@charlesknight32043 жыл бұрын
Beautiful review; better video; best close, my friend!!!!! Me and mine wish you and yours all things great and good!!! Take care, be safe, all my best and God bless!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas, USA. 🤠🐩🖖✝️👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Hello Chuck. Good to hear from you. Glad you like the video.
@bhn0284 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
@sirdee96074 жыл бұрын
Great Box, Thx for reviewing
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@cathleen24 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, I wish we lived closer in distance....I got a few stoves myself & you do such a GREAT job at these reviews, I'd give you mine to test out & see what your opinions would be. Keep em coming & stay safe during this Pandemic. 👌👍
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Maybe we can work something out at some point. If you still have the Bushbox XL I would love to compare it against the Firebox. Stay safe
@cathleen24 жыл бұрын
@@MarkYoungBushcraft My Email address: derekcroftwarrior76@gmail.com
@davidlaw2337 ай бұрын
Open the door it will vent propley
@MarkYoungBushcraft7 ай бұрын
Thanks for commenting
@EmergencyChannel2 жыл бұрын
I think the front door is supposed to be open while it's burning.
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
Yes, that is an option for feeding wood but does not improve airflow through the top. In fact, heat will escape through the door and bypass any pot set on top. Thanks for commenting
@Abyss.83 жыл бұрын
You open the door for cooking bigger pots so it breathes better
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that will work as long as there is room for exhaust at the top. Thanks for commenting
@Kingnome7 ай бұрын
I have this stove and ran into the same issues. I have other stoves that are better. It a back up for a back. It’s not my goto stove.
@MarkYoungBushcraft7 ай бұрын
I like it as a starter stove but, as you say, there a lot of better stoves out there. Thanks for commenting
@mozobrain4 жыл бұрын
AGREE. IT IS A CHARCOAL BURNER. 1 INCH RULERS TOO. STAY SAFE.
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Should work great with charcoal. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@ginagomes60142 жыл бұрын
What about drilling holes near the top edge to allow for oxygenation when placing a large pan on top?
@MarkYoungBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
That might help but would be more work as well. Thanks for commenting
@BillDubeVariety4 жыл бұрын
Mark great video as always... Thanks I have yet to do a burn on the one I bought last year... Long story won't bore ya. TY @16:30 I like that cross bar idea as much like your other modifications. Is it unstable to just flip the grate so that it is upside down? Looked like maybe that would get your air gap for cooking. :)
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
Flipping the grate should not make it unstable but I don't think it will create much of an air gap. Thanks for commenting
@colindavis52974 жыл бұрын
Have a look at the Englishman woods man he altered his like you wanted
@MarkYoungBushcraft4 жыл бұрын
I have since watched that video. I think he may have bought a newer version. Thanks for commenting and stay safe
@emmanueljesusmacalalag19323 жыл бұрын
missed you mark yang , d canadian boy.
@MarkYoungBushcraft3 жыл бұрын
I will be back my friend
@brianlynch92044 жыл бұрын
The Firebox is the Only firebox in my opinion. Just waiting for my new Titanium version to arrive.