Primus Himalaya Multi-Fuel Stoves
Primus Himalaya Multi-Fuel Stoves
[May 02, 2001]
Daniel
Backpacker
Great stove, once you get the white fuel lighting stuff figured out, it makes a good WHITE NOISE machine. I love this stove, the only drawback is that you have to make sure that the hook up from the stove to the white fuel bottle is tight or you won't get a flow of fuel. Similar Products Used: Pu't near every flammable product made, coleman, MSR intl 600, Camping GAZ 270, old TEXSPORT and the Otimus 8R. Plus C-4, and other "non approved" heating items |
[Apr 10, 2001]
John Crafton
Backpacker
This is a great all-around stove. Due to the expense of the gas canisters, I have used Coleman fuel exclusively thus far. At about $3-4 gallon you can't beat it. Have used the stove in temperatures ranging from 15 degrees to about 70 degrees. No problems whatosever. No line clogging when you flip the bottle over and kill the fuel supply like you're supposed to. Easy to prime, easy to light, and easy to operate. What else is there for a stove?! Similar Products Used: Coleman propane one-burner and various camp stoves |
[Mar 10, 2001]
Mike McGreevy
Backpacker
I bought this stove last year and used it for a week's hunt in Wyoming, a weekend kayak trip in West Virginia, and several weeks winter hunting/camping in western Maryland. I have had absolutely no problems; however, it is quite loud and simmering can be a challenge. Overall construction seems to be very good and it's easy to light. I got a great deal on it at eBay. I haven't yet used canister gas - mabye it will simmer better with that. Overall, I would recommend this stove highly. Similar Products Used: None |
[Feb 07, 2001]
Arvin
Backpacker
great stove!!!!! a bit on teh noisy side but who cares?!!!! takes a bit of getting used to for getting the simmer control, but after a few tries, it's no big deal anymore!! wonderful stove!! the best thing about it is it's fuel versatility and the metal pump!! Similar Products Used: None |
[Jan 08, 2001]
Sean
Mountaineer
Great stove! It came down to a choice between the very easy flame control of the MSR Dragonfly and the gas-compatible Primus. The Primus was cheaper (Dragonflys are around USD160 in NZ)has a metal pump, and can cook using gas. I'd trade a little temperature-control-difficulty for these features any day. Similar Products Used: MSR Dragonfly & Whisperlite, Coleman Peak |
[Dec 10, 2000]
Larry
Backpacker
I purchased this stove from an individual that had never use it. It is my favorite stove to date. It lights fairly easy and brings a quart of water to full boil in about 3 minutes (depending on altitude, weather, & etc.). When using white gas, there is a slight lag time Similar Products Used: None |
[Nov 16, 2000]
Matt
Backpacker
This is an awesome stove and that is all there is to say. It boils your water super fast (about 2.5 min depending on elevation) and it has great controls that let you determine your temperature. I bought it for the its versatility but I almost always use the cans as fuel. It would be super handy in Europe when cans aren't always available or even if in an emergency you neede to use something else. I've heard of people burning unleaded gasoline in it, which is something I wouldn't reccomend due to its volatility but you can burn just about anything and it works well. Nuff said, go out and buy it! Similar Products Used: None |
[Oct 31, 2000]
Bill P
Backpacker
If you want a stove that will do it all this is it ..get.it and forget the rest ..I have used most of the others.There are good .ones out there..But this one is the Best.Will go from a candle lite..to a Jet Blast small. well made. love The canisters.but also ..like using white gas ..and like the way you can turn over the gas tank and it clears the line.no mess..and the pump is make of metal. Customer Service Have had no reason..to .! Similar Products Used: MSR.whisper lite.600 Inter. Coleman, Peak one. |
[Jun 26, 2000]
Mark White
Climber
I bought one of these for £50 over 12 months ago and have never had an ounce of trouble with it. This is the best cooker i have had yet. Similar Products Used: None |
[Jun 13, 2000]
blake canham
Backpacker
Great deal at auction 60.00. Would have gladly paid full retail for flame adjustment and ability to use a variety of fuel types. Had a gasket leak on the pump. Promptly sent replacement from Primus once I notified them of this problem. Similar Products Used: MSR Dragonfly |