I really like the GSI kettle for all the reasons you mentioned: the wide top opening and the one-piece stainless steel construction. No seams to leak. The bowls and cups are a nice bonus. I'll be using mine on our back patio when the electricity goes out this winter. Thank you for a wonderful review.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

We also have gear set aside for power outages. Does not happen often here but when it does it is a pain to have to start searching for things. Top of the list is a way to make coffee. Thanks for commenting

A pot is a kettle without shoulders and a spout. I prefer a pot. That being said. Excellent comparison. I like that you noted the difficulty cleaning the rolled seam in the Pathfinder kettle. The wilderness is not a place where one should risk food poisoning.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I agree. I take my 12cm Zebra loop-handle billy can more often that any other pot or kettle. Perfect size for me. Thanks for commenting

@NGMonocrom

3 жыл бұрын

Ironically, back during the height of the Hudson's Bay Company when the fur trade up in Canada was booming; the company provided several "standard" (for lack of a better term) trade items to the fur traders who worked for the company. They would then take these items and trade them to the local Indian tribes for fur pelts. The Indians simply could not make metal items. A variety of certain items were always in demand by the various tribes. Among them were *kettles.* But not as we think of them now. Back then, a kettle was a very large pot for cooking food for numerous individuals at a time. Although very basic in shape, they were often big enough to be described as small to medium sized cauldrons. Which, for a pot, is rather huge. To address the elephant in the room, yes; quite a few Traders dealt with the Indians in bad faith. Often cheating them in various ways in order to acquire the fur pelts. One way was trading inferior items (in terms of quality). Or, counterfeit items. This caused quite a few tribes to refuse to barter with the independent Traders. However, they would always trade with those who worked for the Hudson's Bay Company. Often demanding that Traders not seen before present some sort of proof that they did indeed work for HBC. The company had a good reputation with the Indians for trading fairly with them.

When I bought my GSI all I got was the kettle. Just fine by me cause I had all that other stuff. I looked at every kettle I could find and chose it over all the rest. Don't regret it.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

Жыл бұрын

I agree. I do also like my Fire Maple kettle a lot. Thanks for commenting

Great comparison. I have a GSI and it's perfect for me. I also love my Kelly Kettle. Thanks for sharing.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Would love to try the Kelly Kettle some day. Thanks for commenting

Hello Mark, great comparison of the two kettles. Decisions decisions. Thanks for sharing. 🤗

@MarkYoungBushcraft

4 жыл бұрын

A person could not go wrong with either kettle. Thanks for commenting

I have never used a kettle but I would have to say that I would go with the gsi. Love Dave’s products and support him whenever I can.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

The GSI does seem to have a slight advantage over the Pathfinder. Thanks for commenting

A very good comparison. Was interested in the PathFinder kettle. But with a delicate inner strainer, I think the PF one loses it's main advantage over the GSI. The GSI is more expensive, but not by much. And, the extras it comes with are worth the increased price; at least for me. It's also nice that it doubles as a small pot. So no need to carry a separate pot and kettle into the outdoors. One could buy a small hand-held strainer and use that over the GSI insulated mug. Perhaps place the strainer into the mug and take out the plastic spork. Now you've got the same large advantage with the GSI that you have with the PF.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

Well thought out. Good suggestion on the separate strainer. I have and use one on occasion. Thanks for commenting

Nice review and you answered some questions I had about aluminum along the way. Thank you

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for commenting

What a great comparative observation on both kettles Mark !... I believe Dave Canterbury 's reasoning behind the double bale was so that it could easily be used with a toggle system that sits in between both bales and therefore creating more stability over a single bale.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Wayne. That makes sense and now that you say it, I seem to remember it from either you or Dave's video. Thanks again for a great gift brother

Great video Mark! I have the Pathfinder version and haven't had a chance to use it much, but so far I do like it. I have only used it a few times to make coffee (I cut a coffee filter down to size and stick it in the strainer) and steamed some veggies a couple of times. I haven't tried making any salves in it yet, but that's next on the list for my kettle. I really appreciate your insight into the two products!

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found my video helpful and I am glad the Pathfinder is working out for you

I have a Trangia that I love and use regularly. I also have a 70 year old whistling kettle for car camping that is a beauty.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Funny, I was recently thinking about a whistling kettle we used to use for car camping. The bakelite handle eventually broke and we had to replace it.

Excellent review. Most reviews are from folks either haven't used yet or used only a few times.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

Great video Mark. I have the GSI stainless and although not used as long as yours I find it to be great for my purposes.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

It is a good bit of kit for sure. Thanks for commenting Ted

Nice comparison Mark! I have been using my GSI kettle (anodized aluminum version) nine years...i lost count of how many canoe trips, day hikes and backpacking adventures its been on with me...but it has done me good service and was money well spent. I admit to being tempted to pick up David's Kettle, but decided that between my GSI kettle, my two Mors pots, and a 1.1 ltr Zebra pot, i decided "enough with the pots already!!!"...LOL...thanks for your thoughts and impressions...atvb...woods

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Can not have too many kettles...that is like having too many stoves😇. Would love to try the Mors pot. Thanks for commenting

Good comparison Mark. I have the GSI Halulite without the bowls and spork, and it serves me well. If I need a cup or a bowl I use my Kuksa or GSI cup. I'm looking forward to using them all again. The Pathfinder kettle does look to be quite a bit more stout, but I'm the only one I cook for and I'm happy with what I have. Thanks for posting.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video interesting. If I was looking to reduce weight I would probably buy the halulite version. I used to think it was not as durable but I have had other anodized pots and pans that have stood up extremely well. Thanks for commenting

I've never really had any use for kettles when backpacking but as I get older and I move more to tiny trailer camping I find the extra kettle becoming more useful. I use a small Alocs kettle that I paid about $12 a couple of years ago (now they are more than double the price!)

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I also bought the small Alocs (800ml) when they were cheap. I still have it and carry it when I am going lightweight. Thanks for commenting

Just got the Pathfinder. On sale with a tripod hanger for $20 US. So while I would prefer the notch handle of the other, the price I could not pass on. Looking forward to making tea with it.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

The Pathfinder is a great kettle. I use it often. You got a good deal on the combo. Thanks for commenting

I have both. Slightly prefer the GSI more for same reasons described in the video. The other pot I found more difficult to clean as in the video, also difficult to tell if I got under the rim completely clean. Had to spend more time in the cleaning process. I like both pots at a 70/30. 70% prefer GSI, 30% for the Tea Pot

@MarkYoungBushcraft

2 жыл бұрын

That is pretty much my thoughts exactly. Have you looked at the Uberleben Kessel?

I've been using my Alocs kettle for 5 years over fires, hobo, gas, alcohol and wood stoves and like others won't leave home without it. Super piece of kit and inexpensive as well! Worth a side by side review l'd say!!

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Actually, I own the small Alocs 0.8L kettle for a number of years. It is near perfect and has stood up to considerable use. I got mine when they were cheap as well

Thank you Mark, I just purchase a pathfinder kettle can't wait to use it. Thx for the good review. Take care friend. Vic

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I am sure you will enjoy using it. Thanks for commenting

Great vid! I’ve had the aluminum gsi kettle for a long time and actually I’m surprised it’s held up as well as it has, I’m a bit rough on gear in any case. It’s one of my fave pieces of kit, and Tam and I have used it daily for long stretches of time also at what passes as “home” since we’ e been together, so durability is surprisingly good. I like the look of the pathfinder pot, but I think the lack of notch in the handles for hanging is a weird oversight considering where it came from. But otherwise great looking kettle as well.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I used to think the anodized aluminum would not hold up to "bushcraft" abuse but having tried a few other pots that are anodized I have changed my mind. Thanks for commenting Randal

Came across your channel a couple days ago and love it! Super informative! I don’t have a kettle for camping or backpacking. I’ve never needed one personally. I have always liked the design and features of the GSI. If I had one it would be for making stew or soup so I would appreciate the larger access on top as well as the nail design for hanging over fire.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I am glad you are finding my videos interesting. In truth, if I am planning on cooking a meal as well as make coffee or tea I usually take my 12cm Zebra billy can. I find it to be just the right size. Thanks for commenting

@Outdorsenit

5 жыл бұрын

Oh ok great! Do you have a video on the zebra billy can?

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I don't have a video dedicated to the Zebra but it does appear in many of my videos. You might like this one kzread.info/dash/bejne/nY6L0ZdyhLWbpKw.html

Very informative. I am in the market for a kettle and your video will help me narrow it all down to whatever I buy. THUMBS UP 177

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for commenting

Nice video. I own both myself and love them both. I do prefer the GSI Kettle, but wouldn’t hesitate to use either.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Pretty much my thoughts as well. Thanks for commenting

I have both and I prefer the GSI. I feel like it is better quality and even though it does not have as large of volume it is more practical in the field. I also love the additional cups and the one even has measurement markers on it. That's a big plus for me. As for the Pathfinder kettle, it definitely comes in handy with the mesh screen and I do appreciate the spout protector. Thanks for the video. Stay safe out there in NS. All the best from Alberta ;)

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

Pretty much my thoughts on the two kettles. Thanks for commenting

The great thing with the GSI will fit in the Trangia 25 system! I replaced the aluminum one with the stainless GSI one.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

9 ай бұрын

Good call. Thanks for commenting

The GSI is a great little kettle & has served us well

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. It is my go-to kettle. Thanks for commenting

@Adam_Newman

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks for sharing your adventures

i wouldn't tell anybody what to do either, but for me i prefer the GSI by far, but i don't care for the plastic bowls. i don't use them. i don't care for the pathfinder kettle at all. i have had kitchen stove top kettles in the past with a rolled seam bottom edge and over time they leaked at the seam. i think a 1-pc body is much better quality. other things i don't care for about the pathfinder kettle too. i don't care for sporks either. thank you for video was VG thumbed up. BTW: on ebay the GSI (w/o the bowls) shipped is $24.00USD. IMO $24USD is very good for the quality of the GSI kettle.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I have had the same experience with rolled edge kettles that is why I was concerned about the Pathfinder. $24.00US is a great price. Thanks for commenting

I have a GSI kettle and a MSR Alpine kettle. The Pathfinder kettle is almost a copy of the MSR Alpine, no basket and a different spout. I prefer the spout on the Alpine kettle, simple and less intrusive if your packing it. Also the simple spout is very easy to clean. But most of the time I just take my stainless steel MSR Dualist pot.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Interesting how similar the two kettles are. I had not known about the MSR before now. Thanks for sharing

Excellent video comparing the two. I looked at both, but ended up with the pathfinder. Some things about the 2, The gsi is really easy to get. It is sold everywhere. The pathfinder is only sold at Bushcraft Canada. The mesh strainer in the PF pot fits perfectly in the Toaks 550 pot(which is my everyday drinking cup in the woods) and in the stanley adv cook set. It also nest well in the PF cup, and Gsi cups. I boil water in the pot and put the mesh in my cup. Perfect for tea or coffee, plus you can put the toaks lid on as well. If you are worried about coffee or tea grounds, a small coffee filter works well.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Derek. Sounds like the Pathfinder kettle is working out real well for you. I like how you made the most of the filter. I don't have the Toaks 550 or the Stanley Adventure set..yet, but I will try the filter in them when I do...Thanks for commenting

thanks for the video - great comparison. i do wish manufacturers would stop including all of the plastic 'value add' items in every single kit. i'd love to be able to pick up individual pieces without paying for (and then in most cases not using) a bunch of lower quality plastic components

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I would prefer they give me the option of with or without the additional kit. I am testing a new product from Uberleben, a titanium kettle that my be the best yet stay tuned for the review. Thanks for commenting

Great video and nice comparison. Thank you for your time.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for commenting

2020-03-23 : The Pathfinder is now 44,95$ + tx + shipping making it more expensive then the 43,95$ MEC asks for the GSI. Thanks for these excellent reviews.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the price update

Yeah, those mesh baskets are very delicate. I have cast iron Asian teapots with those mesh screens. They need to be cared for carefully. And I was thinking that the smaller opening would be the biggest disadvantage of the pot. I like the basket though. If the opening was larger the basket would slide around. Thanks for comparing. I generally do pour over coffee or make espresso in my moca pot that I bring camping with me. But I prefer tea. So I was curious about how the gsi compared. Thanks for posting

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I tend to leave the basket out now when I am using the Pathfinder kettle. However, then the lid moves around a bit too freely on top and I have to hold it on when I pour from it. Thanks for commenting

I have and love the Pathfinder model. It's been great for how I use a kettle; simple bush tea or just plain hot water over an open fire. I use instant coffee in the woods most times and also enjoy the occasional pouch of cocoa or instant apple cider, so it fits all my needs

@MarkYoungBushcraft

Жыл бұрын

The Pathfinder Kettle is a great piece of kit. Thanks for commenting

@ColdHarborOP

Жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Absolutely. You raised a great point in your video I had completely overlooked; the Pathfinder kettle is two pieces while the GSI variant is unibody. I went ahead and ordered the stainless Glacier kettle as the $25 price tag seems a worthy investment just for something to fiddle around with if it gets me out into the woods. I'll be giving it an initial burn this weekend. Thanks for the content.

good rundown - finding that GSI have enough various models that I tend to steer more towards them as opposed to order from pathfinder.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

GSI has a good lineup for sure. I do love the Kettleist. The Uberleben Kessel comes close though. Thanks for commenting Jim

Hi Mark, a very nice and honest review sir. I own both as well and believe you compared and contrasted them very well. I would like to mention, I haven't had any issues with my mesh basket on my PF Kettle and I have used it quite bit since over the years. I would urge you to contact Self Reliance Outfitters and see about a possible replacement. As a SRO affiliate, I know the store is adamant about standing behind their products. Even though it has been a while, I believe they may still get you a suitable replacement for you. It wouldn't hurt to ask. Feel free to tell them I referred you on this. Take care sir.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you for commenting on my video. I do follow your channel on a regular basis. Thank you for the suggestion regarding contacting the SRO store

@blackhatbushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Thank you so much for your support Mark! It is most appreciated my friend.

Morning, Mark That's the way I like starting my day A Fresh cup a Joe & A Fresh Video From You ! Sunday the wife & I were on a dirt road traveling through country-side we hadn't been on in a while & had to stop & had a sip, so out came the Glacier Kettle & Had us a brew ! I purchased this 4 yrs. ago from a local fella named Don. He owns The Kayak Exchange & I have purchased a few items from him that he ordered in from M.E.C. because at that time he didn't stock them, Now He has anything GSI you could think of ! I would be hard pressed to find anything that I would consider better ! @ the time the GSI was $36:00 +tax ! Thanks for your thoughts & comparisons ! Be Well, Friend ! ATB T God Bless

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Terry. Sounds like a great day out with your wife. I agree, GSI makes some good stuff. Can be a little pricey but definitely quality items. Thanks for commenting

I have the pathfinder, it's a great kettle and the filter and extra capacity means I also use it at home as a kettle or a tea pot for loose leaf or herbal tea

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the perfect kettle for the uses you described. Thanks for commenting

Very good comparison. I would have to go with the GSI simply because of the notch in the bail. I am surprised the Pathfinder kettle does not have this feature.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this helpful. The GSI appears to be getting the most votes. I understand (and forgot to mention) the concept of the double bail is to center and support a toggle. I am not sure how well it works but will likely try it and report back. Thanks for commenting

Great review/comparison video.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Great review, Mark. Either one could you make you happy.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I agree. Both work just fine for their intended purpose. Thanks for commenting

Love both kettles but I make cowboy coffee in a pot, can't justify packing a pot and kettle really. But if I did coffee expeditions I would certainly use a kettle that would complete the outdoor experience. It would be hard to chose which kettle as they both have great features.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. I usually only take a kettle when I am just making coffee. If I am cooking up a meal plus making coffee I usually take my 12cm Zebra billy. Thanks for commenting

@tallcedars2310

5 жыл бұрын

That's why I enjoy your video's, your trips are relaxing to watch with the different traditional/new coffee equipment, thanks Mark.

good review mark,, don't have either one sir, just haven't had a reason to retire my old coffee pot..lol. personally , from your review . i like the GSI kettleist billy joe

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

The GSI would be hard to beat unless it is by an old tried and true favourite coffee pot. Thanks for commenting

GSI for me.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Another vote for the GSI. Thanks for commenting

Great video. Thanks for posting.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome John. Thanks for commenting

Great review! Thanks.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

26 quid, plus shipping. GSI Kettleist looks exactly what I was looking for. Thanks

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

You won't be disappointed. Thanks for commenting

@zenzombie72

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft The only problem is, everywhere has sold out except one place that wants to charge me $50 shipping. Is the aluminum option worth considering?

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

@@zenzombie72 Yes, absolutely. The anodized aluminum kettle is a great piece of kit. Nearly as strong as the stainless steel but considerably lighter

I do believe that the GSI kit also comes with a pretty nice fitted stuff sack; the Pathfinder does not.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I had forgotten about the stuff sack. Been a while since I used it. I tend to make stuff sacks for all my pots. Good point about the value added item for the GSI. Thanks for commenting

iteresting... I tend to lean more to the coffee pot than the tea kettle and to me the pathfinder kettle is the coffee pot that wanted to be a kettle... the thing that they have in common is that they'll both boil water...

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Interesting take on application for the kettles and as you say, they both boil water. Thanks for commenting

Excellent review.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

The pathfinder pot is OK to a point and the mesh filter is supposed to be used in tandem with a paper filter for cowboy coffee and used by itself for things like pine needle tea and medicine made from natural herbs found in the wild.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Did not know about adding the paper filter. Makes sense and I probably should have known better. Does seem to complicate things a bit. Thanks for commenting

Great comparison video! I own the GSI and it is always the kettle I go back to. Had it for over ten years. It has been abused unintentionally and left over the fire with snow in it. It wasn’t enough snow so the heat caused the bottom av the kettle to be uneven. But nothing else is wrong with it. If that would happen to the PF kettle it might start to leak. So the GSI is the kettle for the survivalist as I see it. It can take more abuse. And the PF kettle is a ripoff copy from the MSR Alpine teapot.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

I still reach for my GSI before any other kettle. The press fit at the bottom of the Pathfinder kettle was my biggest concern for the same reasons you mentioned. Thanks for commenting

I have the GSI kettle and never thought about using it as a pot. I'm not sure why I never thought of it since I specifically purchased a pot after I got the kettle... brain fart I guess! A small can of gas fits inside the nesting cups, which makes it nice for clean fire camping.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I don't hear many people talk about using the kettle as a pot but why not? Good idea about nesting the gas inside the cups. Thanks for commenting

I own both kettles and I personally prefer the gsi, but I have more experience with the gsi vs the pathfinder. I still need to experiment with the pathfinder before I replace my gsi. I know the pathfinder has its place but for my typical outing the gsi is always my first choice.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I am continuing to test the Pathfinder as well. At this point I prefer the GSI. One thing I have noticed with the Pathfinder is when the strainer is removed, the lid tends to fall off more readily when pouring. Thanks for commenting

Hello, Mark! I sure enjoyed your video! I heard that you have used these pots with a spirit burner. I just purchased the Trangia 27 model windshield. Do you know if either of these pots will fit inside the Trangia? I am looking for a stainless steel kettle. Thanks again for making these videos, Mark. You do a great job! Happy Trails, my Friend!

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Russell. I don't own a Trangia 27..yet..so I had to do a little research. What I found is that the Trangia Kettle is 14.3cm in diameter. The GSI stainless steel kettle is 14.9cm in diameter. I will have to leave it to you to measure and see if it will fit inside. Thanks for commenting

@russelljackman1413

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Thanks so much, Mark! I appreciate you taking the time to measure it for me! I will continue to research it as well. Happy Camping and Happy Trails!

I'm thinking that the Pathfinder strainer would come to good use when boiling water as a means of purifying water to drink. You could fetch water from a lake or stream in another vessel, and then pour it into the kettle through the strainer, getting rid of the small debris in the water before it boils.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it would work for the large bits in the water but I would likely strain it through a bandana or other filter to get the silt out. Thanks for commenting

thank you ,your great ,i like the pathfinder is bigger.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Pathfinder is a nice kettle. I am sure you would be happy with it. Thank you for commenting

I have a couple of the small trianga kettles one in a 27 series cook set and the other in a coleman pot set. I have been thinking of upsizing to the 25 series and wonder if you have any experience with the trianga 25 series kettle? I like the looks of the gsi kettle but would try to find pots that nested in it rather than the cup.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Excellent question. You are the second person to ask about that. Unfortunately, I have no experience with the Trangia cook sets. I do not that the Trangia 25 0.9L kettle is a little shorter but wider than the GSI if that helps

Great video. Pathfinder kettle is just a Chinese made they put 50 different company name on them .Unfortunately solo stove same .

@MarkYoungBushcraft

11 ай бұрын

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for commenting

Nice comparison I have the solo stove and pot but between those two I would pick the GSI thanks for the video

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I have and love the smaller (and larger) solo stove and pot combos. I would call the smaller pot perfect if it only had a bail for hanging over a fire. I might modify it yet. Thanks for commenting

Off topic but I found tuna in the little vacuum packs at the superstore this week. I watched an old video of yours recently and you said you had not seen them here yet. Perhaps you have by now.... they had 3 or 4 flavours.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, my wife found some there last week as well. Thank you.

Question about the GSI Kettle Mark. How snug is the stock lid fit, and how hard would it be to do a little tweaking to the lid flange to get a custom fit? My big gripe with my current kettle is that I can't pour all of the water out of it without having to hold the lid on while i pour.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

4 жыл бұрын

I took a look at my GSI kettle to see how easy it would be to modify. It has about a 3/8" lip extending into the kettle body that could be bent outward in one or two places. If these protruding tabs where aligned to the rear of the kettle it should help reduce the lid from falling off as it is tipped forward. I did not try this myself so I can't guarantee it will work. Let me know if you try. Thank you for commenting

Nice one thanks

@MarkYoungBushcraft

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome

Great little kettles I think I'd like the gsi but who knows I'm still during my bush pot lol be good brother p.s how you feeling ?

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tom. A good bushpot like the Mors or Zebra is all a person really needs. A kettle is a nice addition but not necessary. I am doing very well my friend. Thank you for asking

@tomritter493

5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft good to hear mark !!! Ya o love it its the original type from mirrow

Also how would this compare to the Stanley teakettle that Walmart sells for around $14.00 dollars is stainless steal

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Not sure if this is the same kettle (Stanley Roberts). I used to own a similar one for car camping. Worked fine until the handle broke. Don't think it is intended for "bushcraft" type use. Thanks for commenting

Do you ever watch Oak Island. it's a treasure hunting show in nova scotia. Knights templars burry treasure. They also like to engrave on rocks. you might be on a hot spot.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

8 ай бұрын

I grew up with the legend of Oak Island. While it is likely that pirates buried treasure here and there may be or may have been treasure on Oak Island. Most people feel the legend has grown way past the realm of truth. Thanks for commenting

mark i have a kettle problem and need some advice i have from amazon the Overmont Camping Kettle Camp Tea Coffee Pot Aluminum 27/42 FL OZ Outdoor Hiking Gear Portable Teapot Lightweight with Silicon Handle and the lid is loose and comes off. its aluminum so magnets won't work and a lot of other folks on amazon say the same with no solution. you got any ideas thanks

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

I had to look the kettle up to see which on it is. I am wondering if the issue is when it is being used or when you are packing it away. Also, is it so loose that it moves around in its spot on the kettle. My only suggestion, and not much of an idea, would be to see if you can find some silicone tubing like what is on the handle. Split the tubing and run it around the edge of the hole in the kettle. Not sure it would work. Optionally, look for a replacement lid. I hope this is of some small help

Mark is this a newer version of the GSI Kettleist or older? I had one about 7 years ago (purchased at MEC) and there was no way you would ever fit a canister in the kettle so I sold it. Yours appears to have a little larger opening. I recently picked up the GSI 1.1L Stainless Steel boiler. I am very happy with it so far. www.mec.ca/en/product/5056-104/Glacier-Stainless-Steel-1-1L-Boiler

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Good question . I expect I have a newer version. I picked mine up at MEC about 5 years ago. It is the same as others I have seen as well. I do like the GSI pot you picked up. Perfect size.

I would rather have the pathfinder kettle because of wire mesh because i would love to make coffee tea and u could always drop in a coffee or tea bags and that would keep the coffee grounds low all u would have to do is drop the tea bag or coffee bag into the wire mesh problem solved ?

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

I felt the same until I looked at the mesh screen. The hole are quite large and unless you grind the coffee very large it can pass through. It would work great for wild foraged teas like mint, wintergreen, pine needle, etc. Thanks for commenting

Hi, Mark! Do you have any idea if the GSI kettle will fit inside the triangia 25 kettles? Have "up graded" with steelnes kettles from amazon they fit in the pack but it is empty withoute the kettle!? Faire winds BarbroSweden

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

If you are thinking to use the GSI in place of the Trangia .9L kettle it would appear the Trangia is not as tall but is a little wider. Not sure if the cook set will accept a larger kettle. Let me know if you find out the answer. Thanks for commenting

@crazybearkaiser7084

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbro, yes the GSI kettle will fit into the Trangia 25. You might have to bend the metal holders slightly on the trangia but it will fit. This is the system I'm currently using. Atb,Ian.

@hypo345

4 жыл бұрын

I realise these comments are a year old. I bought the GSI specifically to use in a Trangia as I had managed to get a Duossal set (this is before they started to make them again) as I was trying to move away from any Aluminium cooking equipment, unfortunately I found it would fit but wasn't as secure as a Trangia kettle and as mentioned above I did try bending the brackets to suit it but I was still concerned that if the kit knocked slightly the kettle would tip and spill the contents. I use the GSI over wood and charcoal and keep the Trangia when using that set-up.

I wonder if you could place a paper filter in Pathfinder kettle and use it like a coffee pot ?

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Interesting idea. I assume you mean place the filter in the basket. Thanks for commenting

@PreparedWolf34

5 жыл бұрын

Mark Young Yes, in the basket insert.

Mark my sister just gave me a kettle just like the larger one you Have but it's made of heavy stainless steal

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Should serve you very well

the spout of the pathfinder is higher so you get the real 1.2 liter whereas the GSI is in fact more like 0.8 liter in usable volume

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

Good point. Thanks for commenting.

I can’t decide have been pondering for a while now. I like the idea of the pathfinder but the press fit bottom and not having a notch in the handles makes me lean toward the GSI. Also the fact that the screen isn’t really fine kind of makes it redundant for me. I think all things considered it has to be the GSI.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

I reach for the GSI kettle more than any other. Thanks for commenting

@MrMonero

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks for the reply mate. I went for it and ordered it this morning just after I left my first comment. I am currently sitting in the woods with my partner and kids. We are cooking wild garlic, nettle & potato soup on a fire listening to the water in the stream trickle past. It’s a nice afternoon maybe next time I will be making mint tea in my new GSI Kettle too. Let me know if you are ever over here in Scotland mate. Would be great to meet up some day and this is an amazing part of the world. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍻

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrMonero Sounds like a good time. From New Scotland to old Scotland. Would love to do that some day

@MrMonero

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft 🙏🏼

@MrMonero

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Hiya mate my GSI stainless kettle arrived yesterday. About to head out either later today or tomorrow with my hammock and tarp for a walk, little bit of wood carving and first use of my new kettle making some wild nettle & mint tea 🍵

Been meaning to ask, where did you get your hat?

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

This one is a well used, well loved Tilley THP hat. I have a video on Tilley hats if yo are interested. kzread.info/dash/bejne/pIKuq7l7nqbco7g.html

just bought my first kettle and the wife tells me its going to be another thing thats going to get black and will have to clean. then she asked me if it and other fry pans were wrapped in aluminum foil would that stop the blackening? would that work you think???

@MarkYoungBushcraft

3 жыл бұрын

There are a few ways of reducing the chances of your pots getting sooty. Aluminum foil under the pot is one, Another is coating the bottom with dish soap before use. Personally, I do not clean the soot off my pots. I do wipe loose soot away when I finish with them and then place them in a stuff sack. I make my own out cloth remnants. Thanks for commenting

@popatop75

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks i'll give it a shot

I don't drink coffee or tea... never owned a kettle. They look nice but I don't hv a use for them. If I had to choose... It'd probably be a stainless steel version of the GSI.

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

A pot like the 12cm Zebra is definitely more versatile. Appears the GSI is getting the most votes. Thanks for commenting

Could I cook a squirrel and some Rice in the gsi

@MarkYoungBushcraft

5 жыл бұрын

I suppose. As long as it is a small red squirrel