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I have an Optimus99 carbide mini stove. I'de like to find...

By Ranked #324 - Liquid Fuel Stoves January 5, 2011

I have an Optimus99 carbide mini stove. I'de like to find out how old and if it is worth anything?

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By Ranked #2 - Liquid Fuel Stoves January 6, 2011

The Optimus 99 burns only white gas. I actually had to think about the carbide gas thing for a minute. It was first introduced early to mid 70's & sold for about $25. Similar to the Svea 123 in function & 8R/Hunter in appearance & size, it is a self-contained stove where the cookware is part of the actual stove. I can't tell you the exact age & worth of your stove, but the Optimus 99 was only manufactured for about ten years.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
brass 
Dimensions:
3.9 x 5.1 in 
Fuel Type:
white gas 
Burn Time:
50 min 4 oz 
Boil Time:
7 min 
Auto Ignition:
no 
Windscreen:
yes 
Heat Reflector:
no 
Parts Kit:
no 
Cleaning Tool:
yes 
Stuff Sack:
no 
Hard Case:
no 
Weight:
19 oz 
Recommended Use:
ultralight backpacking, alpine climbing 

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