Optimus 199 multifuel stove.

[rik_uk3]

Optimus 199, used but in great condition, new seals and pump leather and original box.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GrLovTdS5Q

Looking for large canvas tent

Trade value £275. Can make cash adjustment for right tent.

Email only as advertised on other forums

Richard

 

[para106]

Hi Richard, is the 199 similar to the 8R but smaller?? Cheers

 

[GST138]

Wow
Richard you really must want the tent if trading one of these. For other users, I can vouch for the stove, they are very good and very sought after.

 

[snozz]

Just out of interest, why are they better than the modern stoves? Not knocking them, but the price seems high for what it is. Or are they just *that* good? ;-)

 

[robevs73]

Yes please enlighten us as to why the high value on the stove, I have seen simmilar go for £30!!!

 

[GST138]

In response to the last post. The optimus 199 is a multi fuel stove. They are no longer made so are collectable. The stove comes in an aluminium case the lid of which doubles as a pot. It has a silent burner which burns petrol (coleman fuel), parafin and meths. All in all a great stove. Others which may have been seen going cheaper are probably the 8r which is much more available.

 

[robevs73]

Thanks. I am now enlighten! But its still a lot of money.

 

[bilmo-p5]

What tent are you after, Richard?

 

[rik_uk3]

Done a deal (I think) for a Bell tent without parting with the 199, will be using old fashioned cash.