Optimus Climber SVEA 123R

Optimus Climber SVEA 123R

Average Rating: rated 5.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 9 Trailspace users

Description

The Climber SVEA 123R is a liquid fuel stove made by Optimus. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 9 user reviews.

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From REI:
"Beautifully crafted of solid brass, the ultra-classic Climber Svea 123R stove looks like a museum piece-- but fires up like a mini blast furnace. Generations have relied on the dependable performance of this nostalgic stove. Clean the fuel jet while the stove is in operation--built-in cleaning needle keeps the jet clear by pushing deposits out; no parts to lose. Control-valve key doubles as a mini tool box; wrenches required for field maintenance have been stamped into the key. Brass windscreen has built-in pot supports which fold-in for compact storage. Aluminum lid also serves as a small pot to cook in; detachable handle."

User Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Erich, May 08, 2008

"I've had my 123R since about 1972. I used it for all my climbing and hiking trips until about 1990, when I stopped camping for few years because of kids. In 1996 I pulled it out again and it fired right up, even with old gas. I did finally replace the cap, just because I thought I should."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Michael Walker, Apr 02, 2008

"I purchased this stove in 1974...for those folks that don't do math, that was 34 years ago. I can't remember how much I paid for it. I used it for 28 years in the Army including Desert Storm. My Svea isn't nearly as shiny as it use to be, but it still works like new and it has never failed me."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Uncle Joe, Oct 01, 2007

"Oh, my. It's simple, beautiful, and utterly reliable. Burns almost anything. When's the last time you could call a stove elegant? It's exciting to overprime when lighting it (if you have one you know what I mean--heh heh) and fun to listen to (has a roarer-type burner, and a distinctive one at that)."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by rfdude, Aug 26, 2007

"I purchased my 1st SVEA 123 in early 80s. Can't remember the price. It is still going strong. After 25 years of use never failed once; Can't say enough about this stove.

Simple design, reliable, easy to light, clean up, maintenance, in any conditions."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Botox, Aug 10, 2006

"This is one of those products that just will not quit. I bought mine in the mid '80s and just returned from a backpacking trip to Mt. Whitney where the stove preformed as well as it did back then. Nothing has ever gone wrong with this stove.

I painted the original pot that was included with bar-b-que paint when I first purchased it and it is still in great shape."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Doug De Jong, Aug 10, 2006

"The best backpacking stove ever made. I have had mine for more than 25 years. It has never failed me. It's been everywhere in all kinds of conditions and I have always had a hot meal. Trouble free, simple, compact and tough.

It is the only backpacking gear that I have never replaced."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by rik_uk3, Apr 12, 2006

"Now a discontinued model (but still available if you shop around), this is perhaps the greatest all round stove ever made. They just keep on working, year after year. Go get one while you can."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Eric M. Csaba, Apr 06, 2006

"Simple, brilliant, and now very hard to find!!!! I have had my STOVE for 20 years++ and used it more than I thought it would last!! I still have the replacement kit in the plastic. A little bit of cleaning and care when using. Simply the best stove ever made. If you can find one buy it, you'll never regret it... EVER!!!"

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rated 5 of 5 stars Climber SVEA 123R
Reviewed by Jim Trueworthy, Mar 29, 2006

"Best stove ever made. Period."

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