Cheap coffee urn

Cheap coffee urn

by Willy Feb 8, 2010 1:10PM PST

I got a camping type coffee pot just in case the electricity went out. I tried it(on fire place) in order to be sure to make a good pot. Well, that idea didn't last long. The darn hinge came right off. I can still use it but after 1 use, it broke. I'll take it back in a couple of days. Next time, I'll buy the snug lid type. I'm peeved because basically all the camping cook gear is from China(I did check). I think only the ironware wasn't(Lodge). The pot I brought was the blue enamel type. Anyways, just had to vent. -----Willy

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good quality stuff on Ebay

by James Denison Feb 8, 2010 6:12PM PST

I've picked up and gifted some really great condition Griswold old iron from there. I strip it down with Easy Off, then clean and re-season it. My complaint about Lodge is the inside of their pans aren't ground smooth like the better quality older iron.

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Ironware

by Willy Feb 8, 2010 10:16PM PST

Heck, if you want to see some decent and probably used ironware, checkout the http://www.shopgoodwill.com online. The kitchenware section has a constant supply of ironware of all sorts. The only problem besides winning the bid is the s/h cost for "ironware".
Alas, besides Lodge and Griswald, there are decent Korean ironware that seems better than the Chinese stuff. As for smooth surface, I think its the quality of fine sand used makes the big difference. AND yes, they do get the very old #'s of ironware, but I'm into all that other than a simple fry pan or flat griddle. I like to visit the website if for anything just to view what gets put there. adios -----Willy

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we like to get them...

by James Denison Feb 8, 2010 10:58PM PST

...to give as wedding presents at times, after making them look like new, and giving some printed material on older Griswold ware. Start a whole new generation off appreciating the pan that cooks anything,lol.

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This one os for over an open fire.

by Angeline Booher Feb 9, 2010 1:24AM PST

http://www.cabelas.com/p-0006331510164a.shtml

includes customer reviews.

I think the secret is buying one that is made for over a fire.

Here is another:

http://www.sunnysports.com/prod/GSIS8CPC.html?ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=GSIS8CPC

There are lots of Google hits for "coffee pots over a campfire"

I figure a fireplace is like a campfire in this case.

Hope this helps.

Angeline

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Ok...

by Willy Feb 9, 2010 1:52AM PST

Angeline, I plan to go to Bass Pro and check out the Coleman models. I did find Amazon carries them too. I don't need a too large cup capacity, like only 8-10 cup will do. My fireplace will be the place to put it on the flat portion and let it perk away, no open flame. That way, I have coffee or cinnamon tea(any tea) if and when the power goes out. Thanks -----Willy

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Did you find out my post was not

by Angeline Booher Feb 9, 2010 5:44AM PST

..... an NT?

Angeline

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They all look the same....

by Willy Feb 9, 2010 6:09AM PST

I didn't want to spend too much. That's why I got burned on this cheap one I did get. I figured for the little use I planned for it wouldn't be too bad in the long run. Funds are tight around here lately due to real estate taxes and all. Heck, I don't fill-up my tank as much anymore. adios -----Willy

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Ask if the "camp pot"... and a cheap alternative

by Angeline Booher Feb 9, 2010 10:28PM PST

....... is intended for use over a fire, or just over a camp stove.

During one ice storm , out of desperation, we heated water in the fireplace, and made instant coffee.

(Heated the water in an iron skillet n the coals. It didn't need to boil, just get "drinking hot".)

It will do in a pinch.

Angeline

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I miss Yellow Front stores!

by oldie and goody Feb 9, 2010 1:56AM PST

We used to get all of our camping gear from them. We had a blue enamel coffee pot that we used for years, made cowboy coffee in that pot forever, Almost! I finally burnt the bottom out of it! Just a hint, to settle the grounds just drop in an ice cube and wait a few minutes

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(NT) Also Sunny's Surplus

by James Denison Feb 9, 2010 2:23AM PST

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bankrupt

by James Denison Feb 9, 2010 2:24AM PST

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunny%27s_Surplus

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I think Yellow Front

by oldie and goody Feb 9, 2010 3:34AM PST

went the same way. It was once part of Checker Auto Supply

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