Description Whether it's white gas, kerosene, jet fuel or automobile gasoline, the Whisperlite Internationale™ takes it all and burns it easily. The secret is in the large diameter fuel line that lets you burn po...
Review Abstract Although there seems to be "only two settings, off and blow torch" the Whisperlite Internationale stove earns high praise for being reliable, easy to use, and maintainable in the field. Reviewers found no problems using it in cold, high altitude conditions but most recommend learning how to prime the stove long before heading out on a cold, windy day. If you're looking for a fast, hot, dependable stove, check out the i600. " This is one righteous stove."
Summary: I bought mine about 10 years ago. Originally, I used it for canoeing, in Ontario. It was light, it was reliable, and I was not at the mercy of some local outfitter who wanted to retire on 'white gas' sales. I was always skeptical about the jet fuel claim, until a friend 'acquired' a sample from the local airport. Only thing I noticed was it burned dirty and had to clean the soot off it. I left some on for bragging rights. After all, who else can say their stove can run on jet fuel, while out in the back country.
First time lighting it, I didn't prime it properly and had a flaming picnic table. Good thing I was practicing lighting it before going out into the field. Next thing I found, it was so hot, and it buckled the bottom of my brand new copper clad, stainless steel pot. After learning to adjust the settings with both the valve and pressure, I loved it. A small pot of water could be boiled in 2 minutes. Cleaning is simple and possible in the field, but, disassembly is rarely needed. I have seen newer ultra light models on the market now, but I will keep this one. Still works great after 10 years.
Customer Service: I never had any requirement to contact Customer Service. That should speak for itself.
Similar Products Used: Coleman Pocket II
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Summary: I bought mine 9 or 10 years ago. I originally bought it for my backpacking trip to Mt. Whitney in CA. No problem at all even at 10,000 ft. Mine is attached to 32 oz fuel bottle and it gors well over 4 hours on high with white gas. It hadn't been used last 5 years or so and I had tested it last night because there was some gas left in the bottle. Wow, it lit up like it's been used everyday. I'm going to replace some O-rings for safety reasons but man this is a solid stove. I like it more now than when I bought it.
Similar Products Used: SVEA 123R is my other stove. The most beautiful bakpacking stove ever made. Love the noise it makes.
Summary: USed to do more real backcamping, but even as a car camper who doesn't test it to the limits, the stove has been very reliable. Only bummer is that adjusting the flame other than by pressure is difficult. Excellent for bring liquid and soups to boiling temps. In fact last week we had no heat in the house and relied on the MSR to boil up hot water to shower with.
Similar Products Used: Primus
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Summary: I have had this stove for about 7-8 years and it has never let me down. I have serviced it in the field, mainly on cold weather trips, but it has always worked one way or the other. I have friends that use the dragonfly and other stoves and they are always jealous of how quickly the International boils water and how it never breaks down. It truly is a superior stove when it comes to reliability and sheer performance. With a little practice and a lot of deliberation, you can simmer and even make pancakes on a whisperlite. I have never needed to use anything but white gas in the stove but have heard from several people that it works like a charm.
Customer Service: Never needed it, but MSR is top notch
Similar Products Used: MSR dragonfly, ancient whisperlite, peak 1, optimus, XGK
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Summary: I have owned this stove for over 8 years, and have had great luck with it. Yea it has only 2 settings off and temp of the sun, but it has always works. It is fuel efficient, mine burns clean on white gas. I really can't figure out all the trouble others seem to have, It is easy to prime, I have never set everything on fire with it. The fuel cans are bullit proof, they have never leaked, even with the pump left on. The stove is very stable, I have never had a stability problem even in 30+mph wind. None of the plastic parts have ever broken. I just don't understand the others problem. If you want a good tough stove get this one. After a while you can even figure out how to simmer with it, I have I think...
Customer Service: Never needed.
Similar Products Used: Coleman stoves, and others
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