Shoutout to the Coleman 1-burner stove I found at a yard sale

I cleaned it up and took it on a quick trip to the Pine Barrens last month, and it boiled a liter of water in under three minutes, way faster than my old one. I guess sometimes the older gear just works better if you give it a chance. Has anyone else had a surprise win with a piece of used equipment?

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stellabennett5d ago

My grandpa's 1980s Svea stove still lights on the first try.

rubywebb5d ago

Ever notice how the best stuff is already broken in? My old cast iron pan was a total rust bucket at a flea market. Cleaned it up, seasoned it, and it's the only pan I use now. Feels like that stuff was made to last, not just to be replaced. New things give up so fast. Finding gear that's already proved it can take a hit, that's the real win.