3 Minutes to Better Gear: UCO Candle Lantern

[@philstubbs94]

I often travel on remote roads and I keep one of these in my car during the winter and all my road trips. If you slide off the road and are stuck in a snow bank for an extended time it will produce enough heat to keep you from freezing to death. I have given one to each of my children to keep in there cars survival kits.

[@DL-ij7tf]

This is exactly why I am researching them. I was hoping to hear that they'd be good for this purpose.

[@ericday604]

Ive had mine for 25 years and love it. I never thought about pulling the glass down to light it.....learning new things at 50 years old, thanks!!

[@justaguyoutside8409]

Helps good with condensation in the tent!

[@jackcarr177]

Found one today at a thrift store for $2 had to watch this video to figure out what it was and how to use it. Thank you very much now I know and knowing is half the battle.

[@shanemccauley8354]

Great job I agree. A little tip I learned at the mountain institute in spruce knob WVa. Is to have your candle light where it's easily accessible so when your batteries die they are easy to get lit up. They told us when going from battery light to candle light to pause for a minute or two and let your eyes adjust to the low light before lighting up and it's really significant the difference between lighting automatically and waiting for your eyes to adjust the candle light seems so much brighter.

[@LovingIdaho]

I have one of these I have been using for around 14 years . I have never had a problem with it .

[@thomasnugent7602]

Dan, I have always backpacker with at least one of them. Saves batteries and also helps take the chill out of a tent or shelter. Very good. Thank you very much

[@Dudefragen]

When UCO was new on the market they had a small oil-container. But they took it off them market. It is nowhere to find anymore. I am glad i have it.

[@samhell3524]

Saw all the bad reviews on this lantern but you sold me on it, bought the brass version, have used it quite a bit over the past couple of months and so far I love it.

[@MrWmburr7]

It can also keep the frost off the top of your tent and give you a little heat while winter camping.

[@Roarmeister2]

I've got this version and the tea-light version. I like the tea-light version more. Its a little more compact and the candles are a lot cheaper. The reflector accessories work for either. PS. The 9-hour candles - I've been able to get between 11-12 hours from them in normal conditions. The tea lights will burn for 4 hours but the larger tea lights will burn for 6 hours. The tea light lantern can hold the larger tea light in the holder and another can be squeezed into the base.

[@Dane801962]

I like the tea-light version better too. I bought some 8 hour tea candles and they work pretty good. - the little cups are about as high as you would want so you can still see the wick.

[@paulsmart5199]

Buy your candles at MEC...a lot cheaper

[@Roarmeister2]

@@paulsmart5199 NO. I will never buy from MEC and their woke shit ever again. Besides they are definitely NOT cheaper than buying locally.

[@paulsmart5199]

@@Roarmeister2 after mec screwed us over I feel the same but I also have to be careful with cash. Even locally, mec still beat any price.

[@manondesrochers5729]

Preparing for my first camper trip ever. Thank you for this great review. I have other usb charging light but you are right, having a light that does not require any power whatsoever is a great thing to have. You have convinced me. I will buy one. Thanks again.

[@traviscreamer1267]

Nice piece of kit I have had mine for 20 years it's great for marking camp at night. The best accessory they ever made for it is a small LED light that screws to the bottom of the lantern. I can't tell you how many times I have used it to find something in my bag or a beer in the cooler.

[@simonkenton5927]

Carried one 4 for years I also like the fact that you can provide a little heat in the right circumstances might need to warm my finger's and in the right shelter actually provides a little warmth now that I have a cabin I burn a lot of beeswax candles at home and at the cabin in lanterns and pewter candlesticks for the atmosphere and Zen moments I highly recommend this Lantern also Simon

[@9jakepeterson16]

I have broken the glass, but its still a great product. I love the 3 candle lantern, and haven't broken it. Plus, it has brought water to a small/slow boil.

[@cevgunnerF]

Awesome piece of kit , even better when you get it, and a pack of candles , at St.Vinnies' for $4.. love it! Great gear, simple, durable

[@charlottesmith4047]

I bought mine several years ago. I have noticed a candle lantern available @ Bass Pro Shops stores... another great video... thanks!

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

I've thinking and wondering about these candle lanterns. Thanks much for the great video and I know I'm getting two on pay day. Thanks again and blessings to you and your family 😇 🇺🇸

[@jeremyb.1977]

I was thinking about getting one of these last year. Thank you for demonstrating how it works Dan Definitely going to get one now. - Jeremy

[@donalddicorcia2433]

These are great for the special forces technique of putting on a poncho or wrapping yourself in a tarp, sitting on something and putting a candle on the ground between your legs. Less likely to set yourself on fire with the contained candle.

[@justaguyoutside8409]

Just bought the red one 2 weeks ago. Candle burnt for 10+hrs. Great product

[@motomuto3313]

I love mine. I want to get another. They also make a larger 1 that take 3 candles. That 1 you can burn all 3 or burn 1 at a time.

[@ellisholcomb7942]

I've have looked at this would love to have one just to try thanks for sharing wish you all the best my friend

[@ibtat2969]

I've had one for years. Another great bonus is on the cold nights put this next to you in your shelter and you hit a little heater.

[@blueridgebushcraft8294]

Bought one a while ago. Waiting until cooler weather to try it out. Another great video keep up the good work.

[@5USgRWFH]

I've used these on many winter ski trips. One feature you didn't mention is how windproof these candle lanterns are. They are pretty difficult to blow out. They also give some heat in my snow shelter.

[@TFWS6]

I have the brass one as well. It's perfect for a late night coffee and cigar at camp. If you're careful you can even set a metal cup on top of it to keep your coffee hot.

[@learnshareevolve1842]

Excellent video on this ‘simple’ but well designed product. Well beyond just a product review; great information/thoughts!

[@aubreymaxam7465]

Way to go!!!! You forgot the most important feature. My grandkids think it's so cool to have in camp. Just wish you'd get your act together! Lol I say anything to get the grandkids outside. They love it in nature

[@351WINCHESTER]

I collect these. I must have several dozen. I like the brass ones the best, but alum. works like a champ too. If you drop it on a hard surface the glass is likely to break. The best ones were made in Japan back in the 80's. They were made mostly for LL Bean (why not). I usually get around 13 hours from the UCO original candles. I don't like the way beeswax burns, but that's my preference. There is nothing like candle light for relaxing.

[@frozenhorse8695]

Absolutely love the counter thing you did.

[@kingsoutdoors4379]

I have a brass one from 1971... I absolutely love it. I made an oil insert for mine to burn veggie oil...

[@awesomesongs9832]

How did you make the insert? Been looking for an insert but have,t been able to find one anywhere

[@mendyviola]

I use those when bike-camping as my primary general camp light. Super small, compact and provides relatively bug free light when you are in a fire-ban area. Don’t have to worry about batteries. You can visually see how much you have left. One candle will last me several nights (I go to bed shortly after sundown). I do the “drop the glass” method to light.

[@mrwes100]

Always part of my kit, with the neoprene case ;)

[@jasonsmith6408]

I got this one and really like it. I just ordered the Mini one that uses tea lights.

[@TheScoundrel70]

The Scout Shop in Ottawa used to have screens for these if the glass broke. And for Coleman lanterns too. I haven't seen them again for years, but they certainly worked well, and would not break. I'm sure you could make one up with a bit of stainless steel screen, and some stainless or aluminum sheeting to make a support frame.

[@helidude3502]

Just saw that Stansport makes a screen globe to fit their lanterns. They may have something that fits🤷‍♂️

[@imfromthegovandimheretohelp]

Getting this for winter, can't wait to keep food warm on this too. They make a 3 candle version too

[@wendyowens4125]

Just got mine in after watching this video..Good piece of kit.

[@tphvictims5101]

I have one of the originals. It’s made of some type of plastic. I’ve had it for better than 20 years. It has an off white fleece carrying bag. They also gave instructions about trimming the wick to save fuel.

[@coalcracker]

TPHVICTIMS cool!

[@charlesmurphy7712]

My Dad bought me one in 1972 before a campout with the scouts. I've used it in storms ,at camps , in the kitchen during power outages, on the front porch for outside romantic dinners. It is still on pretty good shape and I haven't broken the glass yet . I have replaced the spring. The UCO lantern really is worth the money. Great piece of kit.

[@SolarBurrito]

It's not a UCO lantern then. Must be a different type.

[@351WINCHESTER]

I'll bet the one you have was made in Japan. I think the ones made in the USA started about 42 years ago. 1976.

[@kbangfpv6226]

These are awesome fantastic got one for hammock camping 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@kidbach]

everybody's gotta little light, under the sun. awesome multi-use item, Prof.

[@travisward8319]

I love mine. Goes on every trip.

[@rdpauley9824]

I bought one. Works great. Worth the price 👍👍

[@Paul-up3pb]

RD Pauley Brass or aluminum?

[@rdpauley9824]

Paul, aluminum

[@Paul-up3pb]

RD Pauley Thank you ...

[@WoodwoseRadio]

One of my favourite camping gadgets.

[@bruce11lee]

Mine has a problem with wax spilling inside and then hardening and sticking the platform in place after a candle is done. So the spring won't move to let another candle in.

[@chiphungerford]

Just got one for my birthday can’t wait to try it out, oh by the way idea for the next coalcracker t-shirt, on the inside left breast coalcracker logo on the back yeah “I know it’s inside out”

[@treksntarps]

Great little bit of kit 👌

[@hikewithmike4673]

I love my UCO lantern too...i like the abiance of a flickering candle out in the campsite!

[@JungleJayAdventures]

I love Mine! Stays lit forever.

[@adrianotero7963]

Other than running longer than the tea light version....any other advantages ?

[@jerryjohnson7348]

You can also use it for a emergency heat source

[@bobrees4363]

I will recommend that anyone wanting a candle lantern buy a good one, such as these UCO's. I had a flimsy knockoff years ago that while it worked, it didn't last long. A couple of trips in the backpack or boat and then it rolled around in the truck toolbox for about a year before it gave up the ghost. Like anything that could help save you life, buy once cry once.

[@Cetok01]

I've been wanting one for awhile, and just got mine a couple of days ago. You're right; there is a measure of comfort having it handy. Don't know why they didn't make provision for the reflector in the carrying case, though. I probably should just stick some aluminum foil inside the glass. Hmm...now that I'm thinking of it...

[@ChasenGunzOutdoors]

Really enjoyed the video. Be blessed

[@paddle_hike]

Great in tent or car.... Sucks humidity, gives you light and some heat too

[@ladyofthemasque]

Corporal's Corner likes to say "two is one, and one is none," advocating for more than one kind of item to cover a particular need. And many bushcrafters and survivalists advocate for multiple uses from a single tool. Wax from the candle can not only help start a fire or help make a salve, but it can also be used to grease a wooden or metal tool that's sticking. (And if you are going to need to saw metal in the wilderness, grease your sawblade teeth with wax! Learned that in a jewelrymaking class; the sawblade works better when lightly waxed with paraffin.)

[@stormk-1130]

any other option for bigger candless?

[@karmaclanton5544]

I have one of these and I love mine too!!!

[@josephzerbe2945]

How do you keep the glass clean? And Huuuuge safety cliff note, after lantern has burned for approx 10 min the top is extremely hot and will burn your hand when trying to close it.

[@JTDOutdoors]

just picked one up I'm in love lol not as bright as I'd like but comfort like you said

[@shashisingh6227]

Just found one today here in S. AFRICA. I also have the candellier. The problem is that the candles are proprietry and we don't get the candles in SA.

[@deanecarlson2551]

Where do you get replacement candles?

[@kebrun4484]

I have two of these. I love these.

[@kenjifox4264]

dude, you forgot to turn it on. how do you put it out?

[@bigfatno]

I have my aluminium version for over 15 years and I love it. Always dependable.

[@mikkikas6821]

As a boondocker, I have battery lights but was wondering if safe to use in my safari during the night for some heat. It gets down in the 40s. The 9 hour would be great if could heat. I have a camp stove for cooking fast meals. My main concern is for heat only.

[@helidude3502]

Mikki Have you tried one yet? How did it do?

[@helidude3502]

Will votive candles fit in this?

[@philipjdry1234]

I always find candles and can buy birthday candles, good will candles of different sizes shapes. There needs to be a mold or buy a candle lantern from local arts and crafts store. Also i need to burn different kinds of fuel so this won't work

[@bushcraftnorthof6012]

I’ve been wanting to try these this winter.

[@stevenlocklear7711]

How does the aluminum version hold up as compared to the brass version?

[@BillHinson]

Steven Locklear I’ve got two of these and I’ve had them for years they hold up and work great Worth the small investment

[@motomuto3313]

I have the aluminum 1 and it works like a dream. I keep it in my walkabout kit.

[@justaguyoutside8409]

Helps with condensation in a tent

[@mrwes100]

Tim Privett good tip.

[@robertalexander9931]

Have had mine for over 25 years with no problems.

[@gimmeabreak-h2h]

It's not a "spacer"....it's a magazine follower.

[@thetopnacci]

So what's your update?

[@neemancallender9092]

there is a certain type of household candle that fits the lantern they are only four hour candles but they are much much cheaper and comes in a box of 72 A candle like this in the tent heats in cold weather

[@ronaldwinters4422]

So with the glass can this be used with the old time keeping warm under a blanket trick. So you have less chance of catching anything on fire. Does the radiant heat from the flame get trapped inside or does it escape without any problems?.

[@mdredheadguy1979]

Several years ago I bought one of these candle lanterns from a camping supply store. When I opened the box I would the glass had broken already! Returned lantern and bought a battery powered one instead. Oh well.

[@Jay_Mac1775]

Just bought the 2.0 kit of this from REI with my rewards, what’s a good way to put the candle out? Would just sliding the chimney down work or lowering the glass and blowing

[@CodeFoxAus]

Got thru to the checkout on the web site - no shipping outside the USA :(

[@JohnGreen_US]

What's the advantage of a bee's wax candle?

[@wastelandgoat8950]

Just got my UCO Lantern, i cant get the glass to go down when its open, it seems to lock in place or something. Awesome little light though

[@BertieW0oster]

Do you have to trim the wick?

[@ZenithE8]

Have you used the larger ones? How are they for heat? They claim 5000 btu but numerous people say it doesnt do much. Wondering your take?

[@greedygringoprospecting6941]

I have a pelican flashlight 15 hours on low power and I always carry extra batteries I store the light inside my pack I haven't lost it yet !

[@willybee3056]

Here is an idea you did not address. Shelf life... What happens to the batteries after 10 or 30 years? The candle will still work. Old school still has its uses.... Tnx,, and keep up the good work.

[@srl2485]

is the crystal special to resist fire? or any crystal resist? Im a little diy lover hehe

[@jasonburge7054]

Can you use cheap tea light candles with it?

[@willrudasill3014]

How long do you let it burn at a time

[@Tsiri09]

I've been thinking about these.

[@yakoobjunior9631]

Great review. Am getting one 👍🏼

[@dga223]

Great review.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Those are pretty cool

[@kevinjamiesonbelou]

2:00 darn bug biting his hand!!

[@g-palloyd3600]

Been thinking about these. Gotta get one. Can anyone tell me if the citronella candle is effective?

[@kingsoutdoors4379]

Just bought an old brass one brand new for 5 bucks never opened :)

[@lettingthebearout7528]

I broke the glass. Wind blew it off the line I was hanging it on. Be sure to hang it on something static, otherwise they are great

[@hellsingmongrel]

OMG That mosquito was making me freak out! 😢 Get you those citronella candles, fast!

[@jasonsmith6408]

I thought I was the only one. ..

[@jeffreymchoul]

...one of the best pieces of gear that I have carried for over 2 decades. So when are you going to get a bench at the yurt?

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Thx Dan!

[@jcproductions007]

how about show it being used ?

[@steelhuskers1794]

It would be nice if they made a pouch that held the lantern and 3 pack of candles......great product

[@skids62]

I have broken the glass, but I am a special kind of stupid.

[@skids62]

@Frankie Bleddyn My family immigrated from there in the 1700's, so we're probably distant cousins.

[@hermit6208]

And you have your ego well in check. Kudos. 😛

[@mikkikas6821]

😄😅🤣❤

[@truthseeker139]

We have to have things about us we need to laugh about 😂