I made the quartered log ones so that kids in wheelchairs could get close enough to a fire to toast marshmallows and they worked brilliantly. Mine were only 6 inches wide and 10" high and they still burned for at least 40 minutes.

As a first time torcher, your timing was providential. We just returned from camping. I had made several torches in the garage and fan dried them for several weeks - to make sure they were dry. When we got to the campsite mine never worked well enough. But now, with my trials and your experience, I can dial in my torches. Thanks man - perfect video.

The Auger rocket stove one, would be perfect to make 5-10 of, and keep for emergency situations, for cooking and heat.

10/10! I've seen people screwing three wood screws in the top of the stove as a standoff for your pan. That looks the most solid way to cook.

camping and campfire cooking videos feel so relaxing for some reason

So this is why Minecraft and Terraria have torches that last forever... They're Swedish games!

My 20 minutes of calm each week in a crazy crazy world .thanks 😀

The first variant of the Swedish (Finnish) candle is the simplest. It can be done with only one ax - a chainsaw or a drill is not always with you :)

Dude, that little chainsaw is just ADORABLE!! LOLOL!!

to light the rocket stove variety, you're supposed to use minimal kindling. even something as small as a short length of yarn works. just stretch the kindling thin so that it doesn't block the airways, and light it from the bottom. It's by far the best of the three once you figure that out. Also, it would be neat to see you try to do a true one log fire. Only starting the torches with materials taken from the logs themselves instead of birch bark and matches. Using branches from a tree to light the tree on fire is really satisfying if you can manage to do it.

You are right when you say the chainsaw one should be cut deeper. About 2 thirds down and there is no need to raise the pan or pot as plenty of air enters the cuts. Great video as always. Thanks.

Most of us watching will never get the opportunity to do this, but oh that bacon and eggs on the skillet makes my mouth water. 👍👍👍👍👍

Like the chain saw ones. Seems like something I could prep in advance for car camping.

Loved all three of them. I think that with the chainsaw torch; aside from going a bit deeper with the cuts, it might also benefit from drilling a center hole with the auger prior to making the cuts. As far as the one done with the auger alone; going all the way through with the lower hole is the ticket, and perhaps a slightly larger bit might also be of benefit. Good work!

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I love a good Swedish fire torch. You can do small ones in your twig stoves too. Get a small log the same diameter as the width of your square twig stove and cut it into 1/4’s. Put the rectangles into each of the 4 corners, leaving a central hole to start the fire in. Make sure the log is a bit shorter than the height of your wood stove to Maintain the airflow when cooking. This is an extremely efficient way of using fuel for a 50 minute burn time with no maintenance. Ideal for Firebox stoves or copies

In Finland we call them "jätkänkynttilä" which translates to "lad's candle"

Thank you so very much for putting in the time and effort to help so many people. Greatly appreciated!

Lovely video! Very educational and there's something about the way you project your knowledge that strikes me as a very humble person.

The last one he made was awesome...I’m glad he’s back

Hi Andy! My favourite is the auger one ❤️ I love how it burns and the gorgeous flame that comes out 😍 great video! 👍🏼

My favorite version of the Swedish torch is made from a dozen or two small (about double thumb-diameter or thicker) equally-long sticks, since I usually use pruned branches or lawn debris, and bundled with a bit of clothes hanger wire. For the chimney in the center, take one of the sticks and cut it into 1/3 and 2/3 pieces, leave the 1/3 piece in the center of the bottom of the bundle as a shelf, and the 2/3 piece temporarily stuck into the top of the bundle a couple of centimeters or so deep to help form the chimney, while tightening the wire in a loop around the outside to make the bundle. A small stick can be twisted into the ends of the wire and used as a handle for leverage to get it twisted really tight around the bundle. Roll the bundle on the ground back and forth a few times to jog the pieces together even more tightly, while twisting the wire more with the handle stick. Once the bundle is formed, remove the 2/3 piece from the top of the chimney, and it can now be discarded (or split into starter kindling). This torch has got plenty of air flow because the sticks aren't perfect and have gaps between them, which also means stones aren't necessary for a pot rest. I make up a few of these right after pruning as part of cleanup, so that they're ready to light and enjoy, and also to use up the parts of the branches I want to keep while discarding the rest.

The most important part is to get the fire lit! Not always easy in the pissing rain!

Sweet Little video. We used to do these useless busy work activities in the Girl Scouts. 🔥🔥🔥

Jason from Maryland here I've found when I did my rocket stove a few years back, I ended up with 3 intake holes at about 1.5" each. Great vid, cheers 🍻

That is really cool. I do the same thing only on tree stumps I want to get rid of on my farm. I poor some fuel down the center, it burns all the way down, then its easier to remove the stump. :)

what a hero !!! I love his earings and his chainsaw I know a lot of men in their middle ages who would love to meet his Swedish torch

Great video couldn’t agree more with it all. I live in Northern Ireland and working away at becoming fully off gird at our property in the country.

the axe one i do without the hole, and wire in 3 places. Thanks, Andy, the chainsaw one is nice, i think in buying me an electric one.

19:08 That so funny, because I was just saying out loud to myself "try putting a second breather hole"! Great Minds 😁

The auger stove is also somewhat adjustable. Once it gets going you could plug one of the holes (perhaps even both loosely), so it would last even longer.

I have seen a Swedish torch already burning in other videos but never a real explanation how to make one. Bravo! I loved this video🔥

Thanks Andy..always enjoy your outdoor filming. I know it may get harder ,but we will watch what ever you do .

That was a great demo and it was nice to really see how they are used to cook. Looking forward to the next video and take care 🇨🇦 🔥

Thanks for the comparison video! Hollowed trees make fast & easy torches as well; they often have a few deep cracks, so you may not need to make intake vents! However, they do burn down faster (which is great when you're leaving your camp unattended or packing up).

I thought that chainsaw bag was a golf club Bag (HE'S GOING TO BUILD A GOLF COURSE _) !!! hahahahaha

Happy New Year Andy! I’ve always been interested in Swedish torches as I’ve seen them mass produced. Great to see there are other ways to make them.

Looks like the hatchet/axe version most effective for outlay of equipment & energy. Thanks for showing us the to how and the comparison.

Thank you for the knowledge I’ve learnt. This is the first time I watch your show and I absolutely loved it 🥰

Enjoyable, need to take the grandkids out doing this soon, ta for the ideas.

I’m from eastern Canada we have used those for years it’s been apart of our native culture.

Thanks Kent I finally got to see the Swedish torch demo. I liked it and saved it for future ref. I'm thinking of trying it this Summer 2023. Thumbs up

Nice Video as usual Andy, nice to see different variations of the Torch, got me thinking on the Auger Torch Three or Four large Nails or Thin Metal Tent pegs knocked into the Top for Pot stands. Hoping you and your Family have a safe and better year as i hope we all do.

I'm watching your video Andy and I'm having a bacon and egg roll with a nice coffee great video take care see you in the next video.

Ah,... perfect with my Sunday lunch!

The auger one is a perfect rocket stove and a great source of long lasting light. Thanks! Great job*****

Great video 👍🏻 It was interesting to see the 3 versions side by side and to compare each on it’s own task.

Hi Andy I love making these and cooking on them it is a lot of fun. Thanks for the video

Hello Sir this Robin watching from india✌ Every night im your old video before sleeping 👌😊🙏

As a Swede I probably should have tried the Swedish torch... I promise I will soon! Have to test it on my next winter camping trip 😀👍

I saw these in a pagan-style horror movie... thought they were awesome! Now i know how to make one. And i think i will. Good video, thx!

Great video, mate. I was thinking the auger torch just needed perhaps a couple more holes, which you also solved. I do like the first torch (with the wire.) Looks like it combines the optimal air flow and use of manual tools that most people have (ie axe and saw.) Thanks again, great job!

The auger method seems to be the simplest. No need for a chainsaw either.

....hahaha love the intro with the skulls of those who didn't make it to light a swedish torch fire....

Great advice! Lovely bacon n egg sandwitch

Thanks. Going to saw some logs up today.

Your videography and editing is excellent. This coupled with pacing and content makes this fantastic

Love your honesty, absolute pleasure to watch

Fat wood is honestly the best fire starter for these. On some occasions I’ve found that all I need is the smaller shavings, lit and placed in the bottom hole, to start the log burning. Then it just gets bigger from there. I’ve always used the auger-type as well. 6”-9” wide, drill down 3/4 the way, then meet the vertical hole with a horizontal hole angled 10-15deg downward towards the end of the vertical hole.

My bed time fix , watching yr videos . Thank you Andy x

Great demo mate, I have only seen one of those before. I think I like the looks and ease of the first one with the axe, but I have to say the auger drill is pretty cool, once it got going it was great.

You building a sauna in the middle of the woods would be absolutely awesome!

A chainsaw in the distance has always been a pleasant comforting sound for me.

Prayers for You 🙏 Amen

Nothing like a three burner stove😊

Great comparison Andy. Also humble enough to admit mistakes. Sometimes a top down burn is better. Happy New Year and look forward to more KS videos soon😊👍

In the eppys where he doesnt talk, Im like, hope everything is ok! Have I done something wrong? HAHAHAHAH!

Works like a charm! Warmed me up quick, I was sweating before I even lit it! lol

Like all the Swedish torches you made .. I,ve never made one .. might have a go with the Axe one .. that burns great .. cheers Chris & Sam

Like the one with drill holes , excellent

That was a win. I really liked the augured version. Happy trails Andy.

You really need to give the viewer a heads up we are going to see delicious breakfast. I wasn’t hungry before, now I’m starving. Lol

I think the chopped and chainsaw versions had enough ventilation to do ok with cooking. Adding an inch or so of chainsaw cuts to the auger style would probably let that one vent properly while cooking. They look like they burn faster/hotter when you expose more surface area. With the quarter-chopped one you could vary the number of quarters with chopped out centers (1-4) to cool them off a little and last longer. Same with the number of chainsaw cuts.

Wow that's amazing ...what a brilliant...👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

The log setups were flawless. The ketchup 🍅 was over the Top. Cheers

Thanks for sharing, I love all three. It would be great to make several of them to keep for an emergency situation at home.

Really love that you showed the experiments honestly and shared your ideas about what you could improve next time 👌

I just fell in love with a Swedish tourch 😂

Great idea's. They all work well.. great demonstration Andy.. good to see..

The auger one was my favorite

Great video and definitely very interesting. Thank you for sharing!

Very well, and honestly, presented, with the confidence of an expert. You deserve trust, and success. Happy new year

I feel the star pattern is the best, 1. It's the easiest to make all you need is a saw. 2. Last longer than the traditional diamond style. Con: will not burn as hot as the traditional.

easy way to make a good version of this is to find a straight grained log around 6 to 8 inches in diameter split it into 4 , and cut off the core as you did but with no shelf, on the bottom lower 1/3 shave off the sides to it leaves air slots around the base, tie it all back together with cord etc and you can now cook on it, as for using stones on the top way easier to just get a small short branch around 2 inches in diameter 6 inches long and split it down the middle. place either side of the top hole to rest your pot on. hey presto instant stove, and depending on the type of wood will burn for a very long time. you want a core hole of around 2 inches in diameter . I have done this many times and it works great, nice video and i could smell the bacon from here :-)

It was very interesting loved it be watching your channel from now on

Very interesting video and helpful demonstration of those three different Swedish torch techniques! Thanks so much for sharing and God bless you!

Love the video Andy! I’ll be giving this a try.

Splitting wood is so satisfying.

Best outdoor man on KZfaq by far 👍

Hey Andy Very informative with the Swedish log fires perfect for cooking and warmth 👍🏻🇬🇧

Fun video Andy! I use a smaller handmade mallet like yours to baton a knife, making a larger one like you did for my axe is a great idea!

Great to see you back in 2021. I look forward to seeing more of your content fella! 👍🏻

Hey Andy. I'm glad, needed a nice chill video right now. Few could have fit the bill better than yours. Pleasure as always. Thanks

Thanks for the usual informative video and great content.

One day I want to go for camping with you Andy sir. Btw thanks for this kind of content for us. 🌹🌹🌹 Edit : Thanks for the heart Andy sir hope this year will be so much fun. 🥰😍🥰

Great video. I seen another one using a metal pipe from the top of the stove feeding through a hot tent or cabin for heating. Lasted for a full night camp.

Awesome video brother very thoughtful of you to share this knowledge 😀 👏 👍

WELCOME to 2021! Those torches seem to be an effective and fairly quick way to come up with a number of burners for boiling, simmering and frying. I enjoyed watching!

That is the cleanest chainsaw I've ever seen. Mine hasn't looked like that since I first bought it. I'm gonna go clean my chainsaw now lol

Thanks mate for the side by side comparisons. Best video I have seen making these for sure. I actually like the auger rocket stove the best, but will do all three for the fun of it