Bushcraft Essentials Bushbox LF - Comprehensive Review

[@silentriver5758]

Hello. You are a very consistent and attentive person. Thank you for your work and incredible stove reviews! I wish you health and long life. Best wishes from Kyiv, Ukraine!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you for your kind words. I wish the very best for you and your country

[@silentriver5758]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Many thanks! 🙏🙏🙏

[@terryfinley7760]

The Bushbox LF titanium is definitely my favorite stove. Seems to be the perfect size to keep a fire going efficiently and work well with other fuels as you said. Second to the LF would be the XL for two people or just heavier cooking uses. I also like LF for a continuing campfire after my meal. It uses much less wood than a regular camp fire. Firebox is a great stove as well, and I have three of them but, Bushbox is my favorite!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Totally agree. Thanks for commenting

[@jhulin9018]

Another excellent video. Yours are always top notch with just the right amount of detailed information. Thanks for all the effort you put into these. Much appreciated.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you for your kind words

[@benthere8051]

I watched a YT video that made a good case for having a rocket stove at home for cooking during emergencies. Lots of Texas residents would have been well served with a rocket stove last February. The bushcrafting information you present here is useful for everyone.

[@redpillnibbler4423]

Even a relatively cheap $20 wood gasifyer stove is good for using say a wok over,they get super hot and burn efficiently.A Kelly kettle or similar would complement it for boiling water super efficiently and fast. Power out? No problem,just a few sticks needed.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, a proper rocket stove is very fuel efficient and smoke free making it safe to use. Thanks

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

If I am not mistaken, I believe that you also have the titanium version of the largest firebox stove as well. Evidently You prefer this titanium stove over the large firebox titanium. If you don't mind, I would enjoy hearing your reasoning on your choice. I am curious because I have both stoves in Stainless steel but neither in Titanium.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, I am fortunate to have all the FireBox and Bushcraft Essentials stoves in SS and titanium. If i had to only own only one stove it it would likely be the FB in Ti. Having said that, this LF hits the sweet spot in size and weight. My stove choice for the day is based on what I am cooking. The large stove will cook small meals as well as large but the small stove is limited. I think I will makes video on choosing stoves, as well as a comparison video between FB and BE. Thanks Lonnie

[@mynam3isnathan]

Incredible review. Can't imagine finding a better deep dive on this.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for commenting

[@ulnoohiker8983]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge, with this fantastic piece of gear. I just purchased the stainless steel LF bushbox, aling with the leather case, to go along with my tangia stove.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I know you will be happy with it. Thanks for commenting

[@BladePressure]

This guy is a great presenter.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you for your kind words

[@Bob-67]

Great video as always. In my part of the world Bubble & Squeak is just pre-cooked mashed potato & cabbage fried up, using lard back in the day. I would use some kind of vegetable oil now. The LF is a great stove

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Something comforting about a good bubble & squeak meal. The LF is my favourite BE stove. Thanks for commenting

[@MrMann703]

I have the Lf ordered in SS, I appreciate the video thank you. I found the part about the Swedish torch type setup interesting, I've used that method with my 5" wood burners with no adverse effects and great cook times, for the cost of this little burner i might not risk trying it lol. From Alberta, take care

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it helped. The LF is still my favourite BE stove. I now have the titanium version which is that much sweeter. Thanks for commenting

[@northwoodsrat6686]

Thanks Mark for doing an excellent job reviewing and comparing these very well made and designed stoves. I'm leaning hard towards the LF in Titanium for most of my backcountry needs. ATB

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

You won't go wrong with this one. Thanks

[@manfredneumann938]

Another comprehensive review, well Done Sir. I just ordered the XL for my winter pack from Canadian Outdoor Equipment. I have a Pack Stove XL from Mac that I use everywhere, I’m so glad I got one before he had to shut down. I’m gonna miss Mac he was top notch and I learned about him on your channel.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I will mis Mac as well but i believe he will be back. Thanks

[@fallstiger75]

Massachusetts here, we call the leftovers diced and mixed then fried, hash(usually we use corned beef for the meat, a St Patrick’s day meal on the first incarnation of the boiled dinner). Add a fried egg on top! Beautiful

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Oh yes, i do love corned beef and hash. Did a video of that as well. Thanks

[@Jfranke1111]

Wonderfull presentation sir!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting

[@jongjoorhee931]

Thank you for sharing the info and lunch in the woods, Mark.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Most welcome. Thanks

[@BourneOutside]

A great review good sir! I think I am going to plump for the XL in titanium. Even though I end up doing my own meals a lot even when camping with others. It will be good for the cold evenings in the UK. Hey, can't beat a bit of Bubble. I had mine today as we keep it mainly for a Boxing Day thing in my household. Although a great dish at anytime. Especially with Daddies Sauce! Thanks again, all the best and a happy and healthy new year!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Can't go wrong with the XL in titanium. Happy New Year to you as well

[@BourneOutside]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Thank you very much, Mr. Y. I appreciate your reply! Also the well wishes 👍🏼

[@kachiri]

This is my first time to see a video from you and I noticed something in the video indicating you're in Nova Scotia. Looked at your ABOUT page and see Halifax. I was in Halifax a while back, then Dartmouth, then Sackville. Now I'm in the country-side past Musquodoboit Harbour.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hello neighbour. Thanks for commenting

[@randal1470]

Cool vid, love the table top detailed looks. That LF format is pretty much right at that general purpose sweet spot it seems. I like it. Two trivets and the extra plate, that covers a huge amount of ground for fuels and situations.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. I agree it is my favourite of the BE line up. Thanks for commenting Randal

[@TimAZ]

Oh, ugh, you eat that? lol it looks to be a fine meal. your review was fantastic, exceptionally thorough. I am in the market to purchase a new nano stove, now I am not so sure. Please keep the reviews coming.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

That is where my addiction to stoves started LOL. so many stoves, hard yo decide. Thanks

[@andymkay]

Appreciate your videos Mark. It seems we have very good options of fine foldable stoves in both Bushcraft Essentials and Firebox. (Among other brands that I'm unaware of likely as well). I don't own any stove and am looking for the option for "If you could only own ONE" for now. Versatile choice. The Bushbox LF seems to check those marks well.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

You would not go wrong with a stove from Bushcraft Essentials. Thanks for commenting

[@chillindave1357]

Looking at the hinges, they seem open enough to keep moving freely after loads of ash, then dirt, then pine needles, then heat, then ash... etc. I know a new BBQ grill looks awesome in the backyard until a few seasons of use! Cooking directly on top, dripping grease from your meat... greasy smoke.. looks like it should still move freely 10 years from now. I won't be hiking the Appalachian Trail, so I think the Stainless may handle warping better. Sweet design for sure!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

If weight is an issue SS is great. All i had until recently.

[@ronkierstead]

I love bubble and squeak. When I first moved East from Onterrible I had no concept of boiled dinner. I offered my PEI family some home cured corned beef and their faces fell! To them it meant boiled dinner and they learned to loathe it when their father had corned beef. It turned out he ate the canned stuff and enjoyed it, whereas I loved par boiled dinner fried in butter then with some caraway and a bit of brown sugar added for colour and flavour. I’m happy to say that the Islanders love both my corned beef and my take on bubble and squeak as well. Try it with bratwurst or October fest sausages as well. Lovely! Thanks for sharing!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. I think it is time I made some more. Thanks for commenting

[@tray-b6955]

Glad to see these will accommodate pellets. Thanks for the review :)

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Most welcome. Thanks

[@Gaalification]

Thanks for this excellent video! I would like more infos about warping risk on the steel one, how long can I keep a fire going without risking it?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Warping and long term durability are very variable based on how the stove is used and maintained. I have had a lot of fires in mine, based on the way I use it, and it has not suffered any problems at all. Thanks for commenting

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

It is interesting that the Bushbox LF is rated for a 1-2 person stove bit the owner of Firebox cooks lunch for five people on one of his Nano stoves using the Swedish torch method. I love the look and design of the stoves in this video and I honestly want one but I am absolutely in love with my Nano Gen 2 in stainless.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I own two Nanos (SS and Ti) and enjoy using both. I know Steve and others will cook larger meals with them and yes it can be done but it will be a lot more work keeping the fire going. Thanks for commenting

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

Extremely thorough review Mark well done with details I just bought the Boundless Voyage version and for the price it KICKSBUTT!!😁✊🔥✌️💚

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I saw you post on FB. I have been lookin at that stove for awhile. I would love to try it out but I can't justify buying one just to test. Are you going to do a review on it?

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft not sure I'm not a big review type but there isn't many out there too!!(=

[@nikondgo]

The major point for this stove I think is it's size, at least for me. I love my FB Nano - with Swedish torch set-up it can easily go for 15-20' without much attention, but it is a bit on the small side. And the G2 is a bit on the large... If Firebox had a size in-between the Nano and the G2, I wouldn't give it a second thought. And here's where the LF comes handy - it seems just the perfect size for most occasions. I also like the larger, higher opening on the Bushbox - makes it more versatile when using optional fuels. The price of the Ti version is considerable though. For the same money I can get the bigger Ti G2... Great video BTW, I really like the fact that you share your overall experience with the stove over longer time use. Very thorough and in-depth coverage. Also like that you cover all the alternative fuel options. Thanks!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I agree with your logic on the stove size. It is in the sweet spot. Thanks for commenting

[@anthonychihuahua]

The Firebox Stove Freestyle is your answer 🔥

[@ilsekleijne-thoonsen9283]

Can you tell me how long approximately the bushbox takes to cool down so you can pack it in your backpack again?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Not really. Depends on weather and if any hot coals are left in it. Maybe five minutes or less for the stainless steel. The titanium being faster

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Great Side By Side Comparison, Mark. Who Doesn't Love A Boiled Dinner ! Thanks ATB T God Bless

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

True comfort food. Thanks Terry

[@Radoslaw731]

I Just love watching Mark use wood stoves. Its so relaxing cooking and boiling water on fire. 😎 I believe this is of our human nature to cook on fire

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I hear you on that my friend. Thanks for commenting

[@aparecidomiranda1191]

Muito Legal ó fogareiro Aí Parabéns 👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

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[@redpillnibbler4423]

I thought only us English folk ate bubble & squeak - leftovers basically,especially Christmas dinner leftovers - I love it with cold turkey and chutney. The mum used to tell me the name refers to the relevant gaseous disimprisonments post consumption 💨 🥴

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

LOL.... could be. I feel it tastes better as the flavours move through it more. Thanks

[@aparecidomiranda1191]

Ótimo vídeo Parabéns 👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Obrigado por comentar

[@taber247]

Appreciate your sharing very much always informative, interesting, enjoyable and when in the outback beautiful glimpses of the Canada. Thank you. The cool handle fry pan looks very desirable, further information please. Take care, best regards.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed the video. It is a Jacob Bromwell Frontier Frying Pan I picked up at a thrift store. Great piece of kit if you can find one. Thanks for commenting

[@sirdee9607]

I germany in South we call that gröstel, from geröstet, gerat Dinner

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Sounds great. Thanks

[@MrWmburr7]

Mark, will that multifunctional baseplate fit into the black canvas case as well?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, no issue at all. Thanks for commenting

[@rafal630rr]

Hi Mark, does any of the two LF versions have a tendency to warp (more) ? Thanks!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

They will both warp a small amount if the fire is hot enough. Neither seems to warp more than the other. I can say the titanium version is easier to bend back into shape if the warping bad enough to be a problem. Thanks for commenting

[@charlesfaulkner8653]

Mark. I’m curious why you pick this stove over the firebox stove. Ty

[@thelifeofjools8384]

I was wondering the same, but the firebox in titanium is still double the weight of the titanium bushbox LF. For me, I'd try and accept the extra weight of the firebox because of its increased versatility...

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

In truth. If i could only have one stove it would likely be the FireBox in Ti. It is the smaller size of the BE LF that i like. Easy to pack. Will do a FB vs BE video comparison. Thanks

[@jayritter5909]

In your opinion..this stove, or the firebox stove ??

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Not an easy question to answer. I like them both. Comparison video coming. Thanks

[@ricardoblanco77]

Savotta Big Bad stove.

[@lynella6073]

Another great video, Mark, please share what camera you use? It’s always so sharply focused!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I upgraded to a Canon M50 and Rode Wireless Go. Thanks

[@sirdee9607]

Great Stove

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes it is. Thanks

[@LaurelBelleW]

If you could have only a Bushbox or Firebox, which would it be?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Tough question. Both have pros and cons but are very close in performance and versatility. You can't go wrong with either. Thanks for commenting

[@Steve-hb4my]

Buy both!!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. Best answer😁. Thanks

[@brianferris1233]

🌲🦅🌲 thank you for posting your video stay safe out there

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Most welcome. Thanks

[@chives8420]

Do you know if the bushbox trivets fit this stove?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I assume you mean the trivets from the XL fitting the LF or vice-versa. Unfortunately, no, they cannot be interchanged. Thanks for commenting

[@chives8420]

Thank you Mark. I Enjoy your content

[@lynella6073]

How do you like this compared to the firebox folding?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I like them both. Will be doing a comparison video. Thanks

[@oldfarmshow]

👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks

[@francescachiappa]

Thanks Mr. Young, nice video as always. Could you tell me if you can also use the Trangia gas burner? Thanks in advance!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes you can quite easily. Thanks

[@darthkek1953]

Mark cooking up some of my beloved Bubble & Squeak in the woods. Very old recipe, written as far back as 1762 but will pre-date that. Hopefully you'll do some Peas Pudding in the future !! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_and_squeak

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Very cool and yes, i will try peas pudding. Thanks

[@darthkek1953]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft excellent! Try one of the older recipes, flavoured with saffron and "powdour douce" (sweet powder, i.e. cinnamon, mace, clove, nutmeg). Also, have you looked at the "Townsends" KZbin channel? They make a lot of 17th and 18th century American staples.