On a related note, the new aluminium version also has rivets on its inside (for the butterfly handles’ attachment), which are another ‘debris magnet’ and difficult to clean. The mark 1 isn’t as snug as the NATO cup, but I used to pad it out with cuppa soup or coffee sachets. Also, I’m always looking for weight savings or performance improvements from my core wilderness and outdoor living kit.

Being stainless steel means that it is more durable and also fire-resistant, making it suitable for heating drinks or cooking food directly over campfires. The Settler Chair from Robens is designed to compliment the Outback range of tents and takes its inspiration from the same nostalgic influences with its attractive design and subtle colours. I also have a stainless “heavy” lid that is a bit too heavy imho – I’ve not carried it regularly if I’m backpacking any distance but have then suffered the disadvantages of smoky water. Been considering downsizing to about 475 mL mug instead of 900 mL though since the Evernew is good enough for soups and cooking meals for two. For EU deliveries we mainly use DPD by road and usually takes from 3 to 7 days, your parcels are not necessarily delivered by DPD in your county and the parcel may be passed to your countries nominated carrier.I have a ‘heavy cover’ stainless lid which I bought for my Mk1 mug, and it fits the crusader Mk 2 well. Definitely lighter than anything I see on the hiking market (except for cottage industry), but I am still skeptical of the BPA linings used in those cans. We draw from this experience in the field to teach a set of skills and knowledge based in expedience and realism, skills that actually get used while outdoors. It all fitted in the standard BCB pouch, with its stove…and obviously weighed a little more in total than using the plastic cup, but, I used to at times carry a small home made stove as well as the Crusader stove, which meant I could heat more water quickly if I had company! I have the standard one BCB steel mug and it works very well but carrying it on the belt sometimes it is heavy so the new lighter version would be welcome.

compact six-person Prospector Shanty is a traditional ridge pole design that captures the old pioneer spirit through retro good looks that are combined with the modern day performanc. We teach these practical skills in a friendly and open way, our hope being to enable you to make your adventures into the Great Outdoors memorable and enjoyable. A small slot provides efficient air intake whilst the walls of the cooker provide shielding against the wind. Packages to Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and BFPO addresses are sent by First Class Royal Mail or International Parcel Force unless otherwise specified.

The folding handles are large enough for gloved hands and keep your fingers well away from the hot cup body. Rest of the World, we have availability with all the major carriers and each is nominated dependant on the best service for the receivers destination.

We will immediately notify you on the status of your refund or exchange and if applicable we will initiate a refund via your original method of payment. This classic design can be used as a mug, cooking pot and bowl and is manufactured matt finish stainless steel. Does the mug fit over the old US american 1 quart / 1 liter plastic bottle and the Nagelne in military form too? Made from high grade aluminium it is; Lighter – Larger – With a Quicker cooking time Boil time is reduced for 500ml of water with an MRE retort ration to approximately 5.So, although a worthy addition to the collection, I reckon the s/s one will remain the Crusader of choice for many years to come. This mug may not be the lightest but it is strong and reliable, Built for military use and nests on top of the NATO osprey water bottle. Details: High-grade stainless steel Also available with a Black PTFE toughened coating finish Volume: 750 ml Internal measuring scales Dimensions: 13. The NATO Canteen Crusader Cup; constructed of high-grade stainless steel, the cup canteen is designed to fit beneath the NATO (58 pattern) water bottle as part of the Crusader Cooking System with the cup canteen doubling as a cooking pot.

The volume graduation marks are stamped in and won't wear away like like the etched markers on other cups. Have to say I still like the stainless steel version, tried both for at least 6 months and like the mark 1 for having a lip to drink safely not to hot and the stainless steel to me at least is easy to clean with any material and therefore a little more hygienic. I’ve yet to try a hard anodized pot, i remember getting the stainless mug when it had a black treatment painted on it which burned off the first I sterilized the mug in a fire. There is a wonderful simplicity that comes from taking a trip in the outdoors, a pragmatism gleaned from necessity.The latest Crusader Cup is larger but lighter than its predecessor with a redesigned base that has been optimised to capture the maximum amount of heat from the updated Crusader Cooker Mk 2 (available separately). The Crusader Cooking System (6 Piece Set) Originally designed to meet the changing requirements of the future combat solider. In transit, the cooker nests neatly and compactly beneath BCB's Crusader Cup and will fit inside a 90 pattern water bottle pouch, combined with a 90 pattern water bottle. In transit, the cooker nests neatly and compact beneath BCB's Crusader Cup and will fit inside the water bottle.