Can you use this set over open fire?
769412
We used the two smaller pans over fire on a backpacking trip this last summer, you do need to be careful not to get any flames or to much heat near the rubber coated handles. The outside of the pans did discolor after using them over flames, but did not seem to cause any damage.
769413
We used our Chinook Trekker Set camping this summer. Biscuits were a problem and left residue that will NOT come out regardless of the scrubbing (short of steel wool which would ruin the Anodized coating). The bottoms got blackened, but I'm not sure if this is a problem or even avoidable. Since then I've learned you are supposed to cook over COALS not open flames... WHOOPS. I'm sure it would have been fine had I known that little fact.
769414
We have not. Pot system is very robust. Efficiency of packaging is incredible.
1187800
Barbara, you wouldn't want to do this in any case -it would alter the heat sensitivity of the probes (rendering their readings inaccurate.) The "don'ts" are few and pretty simple: Don't use the wire over the direct open flame, don't get 'em wet, and when you take the probe out of the meat you need to grasp the probe, not tug it out by the wire. Hope this helps.
2024396
Hey there - i've used them over an MSR camping stove. The only issue I ran into was a melted handle - mainly operator error by me. If you are using the pots over any sort of open flame (gas stove or word fire), you will just need to be careful to keep the rubber handles out of the flames.
1972804
I'd have to see the application.. I wouldn't use it near a completely open flame but if draped over something as an insulator without being in contact with the flame I wouldn't see why not...it handles the temperatures from my Firebox with ease and only slight discoloration..
1285592
They are definitely heavy enough to use over a fire but there is a drawback. The clip on handles will melt if subjected to too much direct heat. In using them on my gas cooktop in my RV I once used too high of a flame and started getting damage to the bottom edge of the handle next to the side of the pan. Lesson learned. Also, they are an awfully nice pan to subject them to the blackening etc. you get with campfire cooking. I carry a couple of smaller good old fashioned cast iron skillets and dutch oven in the basement of the RV for campfire cooking.
2131428
I apologize my previous answer was not correct. I didn't have the item with me, but when I got home I realized that the top is made of plastic, so you cannot use this to heat up liquids over a fire.
2138667
Not with a fire in it. All of the connector pieces are made of plastic and probably would not hold up to the heat.
1828178
I've used an older set directly over the fire for several years. It will warp and discolor but will work fine. Really, it's a cheap mess kit, you're not going to cry if it gets ruined.
900061
I would not recommend it. It is nice outside for looks. It gives off a little heat but could not be used to keep warm. Open fire in an inclosed area is not a good idea.
802194
I would not recommend it as you are using an open flame and natural gas, the fumes are pretty strong coming out of it
1757129
i can not help you sir! i got this to cook over open fire outside and have not used as yet ! cant get a fire to lite at -14
1823471
I use my pot over a portable propane burner when I make my two hour spaghetti sauce for canning. This is similar to an open flame, but pot is very durable. I have seen it used in a buried charcoal pit with hot rocks in the ground, but not sure about an open campfire. Hope this helps.
650643
I have not tried it on an open fire but I believe it would work based on all the surfaces I have tried it on.
641788
Yes. You can put this directly over the campfire or on a pocket rocket stove.
1362179
We have only used ours in the oven - - so, I don't know. But, by open flame you are referring to a BQ grill I don't see why not.
548230
Yes there is. I bought this for emergency use in the case of a disaster or down grid, I would be able to have controlled usable fire. I've used it to practice and know how to use it if the need arises. It works great
602982
I don't believe so but I amnot the manufacturer. The pilot light is on so i would consider that to be an open flame.