Mark I have just received the SS Kessel with the new canvas bag and I find that if you leave the handle lose you can leave it on and still fit it in the bag.
I use a homemade alcohol stove and often put a rock on the lid of my Evernew 1.9 liter titanium pot to keep in the steam and speed boil times slightly to save on fuel. I couldn't do this if the lid had holes. I bought the pot at considerable savings a long time ago at an REI garage sale because one of the handles had broken off. I simply removed the other one and use a leather glove or small square of leather to lift the pot. It is extremely light, being made from thinner metal than most other pots. I have never had trouble pouring from it when using a glove, though I rarely need to, unless I make coffee in it. I have a Snow Peak cup which I also carry in it, so I can drink hot drinks from it. I can alse reheat those drinks, should they become cold, something not possible with a plastic (or wooden) cup. The Evernew pot, btw, is made in Japan, not mainland China, which is important to me for sociopolitical reasons. As a hiker, weight is very important. Features, not so much. It is 3-1/8 oz. (145 grams). Otoh, the Uberleben pot is a nice design, and good for cooking over a campfire or wood stove. Thanks, Mark! I just read your response to another comment saying that Uberleben is moving the manufacture of the pot to the USA from China. Good move!
I can understand if I was an ultralight hiker every gram of alcohol would be counted and not wasted to steam escaping the pot. For me though, I use mostly small wood stoves, as you can tell from the soot on the pot. Fuel economy is not as big a deal to me. I do like the idea of putting a weight on the pot lid to increase pressure inside. Thanks for commenting
It has appeared in a few videos. Also, check out my original Kessel video. Steam has not been more an issue with this than other kettles or pots. Thanks for commenting
Keep in mind one thing about the stainless steel pot that you measured it against. It has the longer handle, and the paracord wrap. Now the titanium is still going to be a lot lighter but according to the literature the new stainless steel pot weighs 11 oz. The titanium is listed as weighing 7.3 oz which is pretty much spot on with what you got so I would suspect that 11 oz is an accurate number for the new stainless steel pot. All in all though a great video, and it largely convinced me to get this pot but in the stainless steel version since I will sometimes be doing real cooking in it instead of just boils.
2:39 the crimped metal spout! Ive been looking for a camp kettle that could also work as a small pot, and the drilled/bored holes with a spot welded spout would be hard to clean, if i made lentil soup. The crimped metal spout is a lot easier to clean! I just bought this and am waiting for it.
I have the Capt. Stag Kettle & Cooking pot from Japan. Very similar and it does have the reversible handle which is quite nice, as well as a spout with proper size holes for filtering.
I bought the revised stainless steel version recently (there’s one retailer for it here in the UK!) and it’s so nearly perfect for my needs. The spout change might also have been to address issues with cleaning the pot after using it to do more than boil water. My one gripe concerns the bag: barely large enough to accommodate the pot without the handle due to that knurled knob, it’s really not suitable for holding the pot with the handle folded down. That feels like a poor choice, since the handle also isn’t a particularly neat fit inside the kettle, losing room to pack other items inside. A tiny increase in the size of the bag would have been spot-on.
Very nice review Mark. This is a sharp looking little kettle. I own several kettles and for some reason have always been drawn to them. I use them to warm camp beverages but I have also cooked meals like dry beans and sausage in kettles as well. It's definitely a versatile camp vessel to have and always feels a bit traditional to use. I have seen several Uberleben products that looked very well designed and thought out. Take care my friend! Blessing to you and yours.
Thank you my friend. The offer items a bit different then other makers. I also just learned they are switching production to the US away from China. A plus for sure
Silicone hose slip over the handle. Thank you for sharing. I will look this up. Love the spout, all formed in one as is the Pathfinder bushpot; not a lover of spot welder on spouts, as is the Camelwill ss pot, good as it is for the price. Thanks again Take care.
I have the SS version and like it very much. If they had the Ti model when I ordered I would have looked but have been put off by the price. I do like titanium but it does come at a price that is difficult to swallow in larger items.
I can understand how you feel. I am not sure about this item but Uberleben is switching production to the US. Prices may go up as a result. Thanks for commenting
I bought the 2.0 version in Stainless steel and it would not fit in the bag I contacted the company and a redesigned bag is under development in the end I reshaped the handle so it would fold down and fit in the bag and added two more drain holes to the lid as three was to slow regards Mike
I watched your video. Great solutions. I find the bag tight as well. For now, I am removing the handle and storing either inside the pot or around the outside. Thanks for commenting
Looks a fantastic piece of kit, Mark. I've been looking for the dimensions, but can't seem to find any. I'd be especially interested to know the internal diameter, if you can be bothered to measure it?
Looks like a good pot Mark. I bought the 1st gen after watching your presentation and it was a food buy. Using it very well, thank you. I will give the 2nd gen a try. I like the carrying case, too. Appreciate the food info, Mark. By the way, am I the first?
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Many thanks! Do you have a Trangia 27 kit? I was wondering if this would fit into it as a replacement for the original kettle. I've a feeling that the handle lug + the spout may make it ever so slightly too big in diameter (the original is 134mm at the fattest, 'mid point').
@@MarkYoungBushcraft No worries. You might want to try one out for your channel. I've been around the block, and then some, with stoves and cookware & I keep coming back to my old Trangia. There's no better system IMO for actual cooking (as opposed to just boiling water) whilst camping where a fire isn't an option. The hard anodised 27 is best - although the kettles aren't available in HA which is why I'm trying to source an alternative that nests. Now subscribed.
Nice video! I just got the SS model, and so far love it. I do have to disagree with turning the handle around... That is very uncomfortable feeling and you really have to tip it alot more and at an awkward angle for the wrist when using it that way. JMHO
I can understand how you feel. I am not sure about this item but Uberleben is switching production to the US. Prices may go up as a result. Thanks for commenting
I know my original Kessel has been used a lot without issue and no issue with this pot yet either. I have not heard anything bad about it. What have you heard
@@jamesfielden7561 After replying to you I did read the Amazon reviews. I can only say that my two pots are holding up perfectly, and I do use them a lot. Regarding price, they are more expensive than other designs using similar materials. I know most of their products are made off-shore but I understand they are moving production to the US. This will impact price as well.
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We had a production issue back in 2018, where a handful of wood handles came loose. We've since redesigned / reengineered. Haven't had this happen in some time. I suspect thats the negative issue you're referring to. Hope this helps!! :)
Great little pot. Well thought out and designed.
HI Lonnie. Yes, it has become my most used pot. Thanks for commenting
Mark I have just received the SS Kessel with the new canvas bag and I find that if you leave the handle lose you can leave it on and still fit it in the bag.
Yes, it does fit but I find it a bit of struggle. Worth freeing up the space inside. Thanks for commenting
I use a homemade alcohol stove and often put a rock on the lid of my Evernew 1.9 liter titanium pot to keep in the steam and speed boil times slightly to save on fuel. I couldn't do this if the lid had holes. I bought the pot at considerable savings a long time ago at an REI garage sale because one of the handles had broken off. I simply removed the other one and use a leather glove or small square of leather to lift the pot. It is extremely light, being made from thinner metal than most other pots. I have never had trouble pouring from it when using a glove, though I rarely need to, unless I make coffee in it. I have a Snow Peak cup which I also carry in it, so I can drink hot drinks from it. I can alse reheat those drinks, should they become cold, something not possible with a plastic (or wooden) cup. The Evernew pot, btw, is made in Japan, not mainland China, which is important to me for sociopolitical reasons.
As a hiker, weight is very important. Features, not so much. It is 3-1/8 oz. (145 grams).
Otoh, the Uberleben pot is a nice design, and good for cooking over a campfire or wood stove.
Thanks, Mark!
I just read your response to another comment saying that Uberleben is moving the manufacture of the pot to the USA from China.
Good move!
I can understand if I was an ultralight hiker every gram of alcohol would be counted and not wasted to steam escaping the pot. For me though, I use mostly small wood stoves, as you can tell from the soot on the pot. Fuel economy is not as big a deal to me. I do like the idea of putting a weight on the pot lid to increase pressure inside. Thanks for commenting
I'll be looking forward to seeing it in use. It seems pouring hot steaming liquid would be awkward with your hand having to be above the steam.
It has appeared in a few videos. Also, check out my original Kessel video. Steam has not been more an issue with this than other kettles or pots. Thanks for commenting
Keep in mind one thing about the stainless steel pot that you measured it against. It has the longer handle, and the paracord wrap. Now the titanium is still going to be a lot lighter but according to the literature the new stainless steel pot weighs 11 oz. The titanium is listed as weighing 7.3 oz which is pretty much spot on with what you got so I would suspect that 11 oz is an accurate number for the new stainless steel pot.
All in all though a great video, and it largely convinced me to get this pot but in the stainless steel version since I will sometimes be doing real cooking in it instead of just boils.
Thanks for commenting
Buying it now with the Father's Day discount. Great video. Thanks!
I am sure you will love it. Thanks for commenting
Great video! I was on the fence about getting this one. Now I’ll go for it. Thanks!
Truly, my favourite kettle/pot. Thanks for commenting
2:39 the crimped metal spout!
Ive been looking for a camp kettle that could also work as a small pot, and the drilled/bored holes with a spot welded spout would be hard to clean, if i made lentil soup. The crimped metal spout is a lot easier to clean!
I just bought this and am waiting for it.
It really is a versatile bit of kit. Thanks for commenting
I have the Capt. Stag Kettle & Cooking pot from Japan. Very similar and it does have the reversible handle which is quite nice, as well as a spout with proper size holes for filtering.
I see that it does look very much the same as your kettle. Thanks for commenting
Been going back and forth on this one for a while but finally pulled the trigger today.
Truly my most used kettle/pot. Thanks for commenting
I bought the revised stainless steel version recently (there’s one retailer for it here in the UK!) and it’s so nearly perfect for my needs. The spout change might also have been to address issues with cleaning the pot after using it to do more than boil water. My one gripe concerns the bag: barely large enough to accommodate the pot without the handle due to that knurled knob, it’s really not suitable for holding the pot with the handle folded down. That feels like a poor choice, since the handle also isn’t a particularly neat fit inside the kettle, losing room to pack other items inside. A tiny increase in the size of the bag would have been spot-on.
I agree. I like the change to the spout. Yes, a slightly larger bag would have been great. Thanks for commenting
Great pot/kettle and great video Mark! Cheers.
I like it a lot. Thanks for commenting Bruce
Very nice review Mark. This is a sharp looking little kettle. I own several kettles and for some reason have always been drawn to them. I use them to warm camp beverages but I have also cooked meals like dry beans and sausage in kettles as well. It's definitely a versatile camp vessel to have and always feels a bit traditional to use. I have seen several Uberleben products that looked very well designed and thought out. Take care my friend! Blessing to you and yours.
Thank you my friend. The offer items a bit different then other makers. I also just learned they are switching production to the US away from China. A plus for sure
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Definitely! I didn't know that actually but I bet it will gain them some attention from many for sure. Take care sir!
Great looking kettle Mark. I love titanium and it looks like they made some improvements 👍!
It is sweet Wade. Thanks for commenting
Looks impressive , only wish a smaller version was made available for the weight weenies out in the bush .
I just tested a titanium kettle from Keith that is very light. Review coming soon. Thanks for commenting
I really have been liking that kettle ever since you started sharing it. Under 8oz, wow. Very cool.
It has become my new kettle and pot of choice. Thanks Randal
Silicone hose slip over the handle.
Thank you for sharing. I will look this up. Love the spout, all formed in one as is the Pathfinder bushpot; not a lover of spot welder on spouts, as is the Camelwill ss pot, good as it is for the price.
Thanks again
Take care.
Good points. Thanks for commenting
I have the 2.0 stainless version, you can turn the handle down to the side and it fits in the bag. Thanks for sharing 🤠
Right on. This bag seems a bit tighter but I will give it a go. Thanks for commenting
I have the SS version and like it very much. If they had the Ti model when I ordered I would have looked but have been put off by the price. I do like titanium but it does come at a price that is difficult to swallow in larger items.
I can understand how you feel. I am not sure about this item but Uberleben is switching production to the US. Prices may go up as a result. Thanks for commenting
I sure enjoy this channel!
Thank you for your kind words
I bought the 2.0 version in Stainless steel and it would not fit in the bag I contacted the company and a redesigned bag is under development in the end I reshaped the handle so it would fold down and fit in the bag and added two more drain holes to the lid as three was to slow regards Mike
I watched your video. Great solutions. I find the bag tight as well. For now, I am removing the handle and storing either inside the pot or around the outside. Thanks for commenting
Looks a fantastic piece of kit, Mark. I've been looking for the dimensions, but can't seem to find any. I'd be especially interested to know the internal diameter, if you can be bothered to measure it?
Sure. It is 133mm ID x 82mm. Hope this helps
@@MarkYoungBushcraft perfect, thank you! Hope you have a nice Christmas.
Looks like a good pot Mark. I bought the 1st gen after watching your presentation and it was a food buy. Using it very well, thank you. I will give the 2nd gen a try. I like the carrying case, too. Appreciate the food info, Mark. By the way, am I the first?
It really is one of my favourite pots. Thanks for commenting
Interesting pot & a nice review.
Do you have the dimensions? I can't find them anywhere!
I measured mine at 133mm in diameter and 82mm in height. Hope that helps
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Many thanks! Do you have a Trangia 27 kit? I was wondering if this would fit into it as a replacement for the original kettle. I've a feeling that the handle lug + the spout may make it ever so slightly too big in diameter (the original is 134mm at the fattest, 'mid point').
@@fin3572 Sorry, I don't own a Trangia cook set, yet
@@MarkYoungBushcraft No worries. You might want to try one out for your channel. I've been around the block, and then some, with stoves and cookware & I keep coming back to my old Trangia. There's no better system IMO for actual cooking (as opposed to just boiling water) whilst camping where a fire isn't an option. The hard anodised 27 is best - although the kettles aren't available in HA which is why I'm trying to source an alternative that nests.
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Nice video! I just got the SS model, and so far love it. I do have to disagree with turning the handle around... That is very uncomfortable feeling and you really have to tip it alot more and at an awkward angle for the wrist when using it that way. JMHO
Turning the handle is not my preferred way of using the kettle either. Thanks for commenting
Looks good Mark
Thank you Steve
Thanks! Great vid!
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
You've already got me searching for that pot-candy Mark! :D ;)
It really has become my most used pot. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Thanks for all the great videos and thorough reviews Mark :)
Could you use the canvas bag as an extra water collector?
Interesting idea. I will try but I doubt the seams are sealed. Thanks for commenting
Mark , good review , thanks for sharing , God bless !
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
Sure Is A Weight Difference, Thanks Mark ! ATB T God Bless
it sure does. Thanks for commenting Terry
$82.00USD ?!?!? That’s crazy.
It’s just titanium, not platinum.
No thanks! I’ll keep on using my stainless steel version that I paid $28.88USD for.
I can understand how you feel. I am not sure about this item but Uberleben is switching production to the US. Prices may go up as a result. Thanks for commenting
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This has really bad reviews, are you sure it’s good?
I know my original Kessel has been used a lot without issue and no issue with this pot yet either. I have not heard anything bad about it. What have you heard
@@MarkYoungBushcraft the Amazon reviews talk about the wood knob falling off, poor pouring, and other things It's lot of money for a kettle
@@jamesfielden7561 After replying to you I did read the Amazon reviews. I can only say that my two pots are holding up perfectly, and I do use them a lot. Regarding price, they are more expensive than other designs using similar materials. I know most of their products are made off-shore but I understand they are moving production to the US. This will impact price as well.
We had a production issue back in 2018, where a handful of wood handles came loose. We've since redesigned / reengineered. Haven't had this happen in some time. I suspect thats the negative issue you're referring to. Hope this helps!! :)
Thanks I want one now!