Optimus 81 Trapper

para106

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A massive long shot, I know!!! If anyone has one & is looking to part with it please let me know. Cash or trades.

I won't be holding my breath............

Cheers
 

decorum

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Ah, some people have typical timing! :eek: There was one on eBay not too long ago ~ follow link. It might be worth dropping him a line to see whether he would relist (or whether he has already done so :dunno: ).
 

para106

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Cheers mate, done it already. Someone will have one - probably using it as a collander or plant pot I'll bet!! There's no doubt that Rik will have a dozen or so as well.............here's hoping!!
 

Andy BB

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You can get the little red bits (the filler and fuel measurement bits) from the Optimus specialist parts dealer - who's name has completely escaped me for the moment! I got two of the filler/plugs as the one I bought with my Trapper was on its last legs...

These are wonderful bits of kit - truly the apogee of meths cookers.
 
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rik_uk3

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Nope, just got the two now, one to use, one unlit. I've had a few over the years and in terms of burner and simmer control they are the king of meths cooksets, better than my beloved Trangia even; just not as compact and you can't pack a kettle with them.

Base-camp sell the safety pourer and measuring piece (or did).

Chris Townsend commented (IIRC) that you can roll them down a hill without spilling fuel.

The old Gloy's Heatpal use something along the same lines (but not the same)

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I've pictures of the Trapper somewhere, if I can find them I'll post if anyone wants to look.
 

para106

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Cheers Rik. I'll take that pesky unlit one off you if it's getting in your way................................
 

para106

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Of course it does, mate!! Richard's a fair man & I've no doubt that he'll be gagging to hand it over for for the sheer joy of giving...
 

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