Lunch in the Woods With My Hammock and the Czech Mess Kit!

[@panzergrenadiersk]

Hi from Slovakia, John! Nice video. I always enjoy watching people from different countries using our military gear. During my time in the Army this mess kit was issued to me as well. The side brackets were used to fasten the kit with issued leather strap on the backpack in the early years after the WWII but later the kit was carried in the breadbag( official Army name is''mala polna''- small field pack). The version without side brackets is considered for civilian uses and also the handles on the military version were made from steel wire instead od aluminium. Also it exist the canvas cover for the whole set : www.militaria-shop.cz/media/NQ3R9VBweWF9HaZwH1Vmq6Ue3qCl8p0n/big.jpg The smaller bowl was usually used as a cup for drinking and the big one was designated for food. Nowadays the Slovak Army uses the same mess kit bud made fron stainsless steel. If you have any questions regarding our equipment feel free to ask anytime! :)

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for the history and information about this great mess kit! It is so cool to hear from an actual soldier that used this equipment while serving. I enjoy this kit a lot and it is one of my favorites. I also have the bread bag. I'm not sure if it is the same bread bag you mentioned. Here is a link to my video on the bread bag: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3nGd6hrh9F7hq8 Please tell me if it is the same one because the mess kit is a tight fit in this bag. I like the mess kit bag. I need to find some of these. Thanks for watching and for your interesting comment!

[@panzergrenadiersk]

Yes, that is the bag I mentioned. It could be carried on the shoulder or you attached it to the backpack. The list of items in this "breadbag": utensils, mess kit, dish cloth, towel, hygiene(soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, shaving kit), field bottle with water, leather straps

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thank you again for the information. That list is interesting because I would not have thought that the hygiene items would be carried in the bread bag. Thanks for sharing!

[@panzergrenadiersk]

It was regulation back then now it is completely different of course :-) I believe my NCO class was one of the last soldier who were issued with that old canvas bags and backpacks.

[@panzergrenadiersk]

And the manufacturer is "Meva", two crosses are military acceptance sign (+year of production). Those can be found on various czechoslovak military equipment.

[@bigstick5278]

Man I miss those parts of Florida hiking and camping!! Lightning bugs and Owl's at night deep in the pine, palmetto and scrub oak.. Canoeing along Mangrove coastlines.

[@tonyperone3242]

Looks like one of the best kits out.Very practical compared to most.Enjoyed the vid..Tony

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for watching and commenting. If you are able to pick one up for a good price I don't think you would regret it.

[@tonyperone3242]

I plan to buy one.Do you have a seller who is reputable in mind?Tony

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

I bought two from eBay from the same seller on two separate transactions. seasidemilitarysurplus was the seller. I paid $10.99 plus shipping. I have bought at least three times from this seller and everything went smoothly. I would suggest you check around as you might be able to find it cheaper. The only difference in kits I've seen listed is whether the kit has the side brackets on the main pot and if it has a date stamped on it. I think the newer kits didn't have the brackets or date stamp. Also, I did see a ebay seller with kits that were painted olive green. I think the seller may have painted them. Good luck on your search!

[@peterott9162]

Awesome cook set, I found onenin stainless steel butbitnwas sold put, have to wait till next time!! Keep the good content coming buddy!!!

[@outofeden_bushcraft3142]

I've never seen one of these before. Very very cool mess kit.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks very much for watching my video! The Czech kit is still available online at some surplus stores and ebay. There is a re-make of it available in stainless but I think it is made in China and it seems cheap made (at least the one I saw).

[@FloridaBoyBushcraftSurvival]

Nice man. I just ordered one of the Czech kits also. Florida survival is a lot different than anywhere else, Green Swamp looks pretty cool.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

+FLBoys Survival Thanks for watching and commenting! I think you will enjoy that mess kit for many years. Its very functional and rugged. I was just able to collect two Czech canteens to go with my mess kit. They look super cool with the wool cover, cork stopper and black leather strap around them but I haven't decided if they will be part of my regular kit or just collectors. I will probably do a video on them soon. Green Swamp is a cool place part of the year. Most times it is overran with mosquitoes and standing water in a lot of places. But there are some beautiful areas to visit and its a great place to hone your skills.

[@FloridaBoyBushcraftSurvival]

+John Sherwood I do most of my kicking around on the Bull Creek WMA in Central Florida. Part of the Florida Trail runs through there and there are a couple of great primitive camping areas.

[@martinadejaquiz2482]

i love the gear reviews with field cooking - i just love them!

[@MrStrafemoore]

You might like my Christmas Turkey video :)

[@shadomane]

NKJV is a very good translation, one of my favorites. Pretty good looking meal brother. Thanks for the video and for sharing.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thank you for watching my video! I highly recommend the waterproof bible. It will not get messed up in the weather.

[@gijr2003]

John Sherwood Years ago, my wife washed my M65 field jacket without checking the pockets. My pocket sized Bible with the thin paper pages did not make it through the wash. Pages were gone, just the cover was left. I will have to look for this waterproof one. Thanks for shareing.

[@MG-wi1eq]

Awesome vid man and awesome mess kit. I might pick one up.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for your comment. I think you can't go wrong with this kit. I made another video recently where I review the Czech canteens and make another meal on the trail with the Czech mess kit. Check it out if you wish: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn_RZn1qlpZ_pMU

[@estebanplaya]

Just found your channel. awesome videos. I don't have a mess kit yet and I've been wanting to get the Czech kit so your video has definitely helped. thank you.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for your kind comment! The Czech mess kit is still in my top three military surplus kits. You can't go wrong with it. I made another video reviewing my Czech canteens and in it I also cook up something else with my Czech mess kit. Check it out if you like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn_RZn1qlpZ_pMU Have a great day and thanks for watching!

[@Sticky745]

This is an excellent video.. along with the Czech mess kit, which is one of my favorites. Subbed!

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks very much! Thank for watching and for your sub!

[@derbybushcraftandoutdoors3176]

Great video and lunch

[@spiritualmatters7835]

Thanks for the vicarious retreat to the "wilderness" with the Word and good eats. More people should try this, especially if they find the jaunt to the therapist ineffective.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@sosteve9113]

looking delicious buddy,nothing tastes beter than good in the outdoor

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

so steve Thank you! You are right. You can't duplicate food prepared in the woods at home. Thanks for watching!

[@MrStrafemoore]

ITs' great to see somebody doing actual cooking with this, not just making ramen noodles or reheating weenies. Way to go! Thanks for taking the time.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

MrStrafemoore thanks for taking the time to watch my video and to comment! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@bigstick5278]

Ha! Ha! Sausage, Peppers and Onions!! Glad your way out in the woods after eating that methane maker meal!! Sounds good.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Pete Lucchini Well, this was a day trip so my wife got the worst of it that evening! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@azurevieus]

Nice kit...and you made me hungry

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

azurevieus Thanks for watching!

[@martinadejaquiz2482]

i watched this one, again! nothing like a real wood fire. it's good for your soul. i do it a couple times a week. still haven't ordered this czech mess kit, but i am since you said it's thicker walled because i think i would actually use this set.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video. The mess kit is thicker walled and is well made. My wife carries one in the trunk of her car in her emergency kit. Thanks for watching another one!

[@suncoaster8578]

Everglade seasoning used to be made in Labelle Florida by a small family owned company. They were bought out. Locals all called it here monkey dust. And yes it is the best. I get mine at Publix. Nice vid. Digin the old gear

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for your comment and for more info on Everglades Seasonings. It's one of my favorites. Why do locals call it Monkey Dust? Just curious. Thanks for watching!

[@Veldvaardigheden]

Hello John ! , I will get a CZ messkit as an present from a Dutch friend of mine who lives in CZ , I was looking for video's about the kit and offcourse you got one hahaha. Your food looks great and the nature to where you live . Thanks for sharing this one John, I will do a review of the kit in Dutch when I get it . Greetings Martin.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for watching and for commenting! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I hope you enjoy your future kit!

[@Freedomring-uk6yd]

Gd vid thx. Great afternoon, thanks for having us along.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment! It was a fun day to get out in the woods.

[@chowtownpiper]

Im in California and I discovered Everglades by watching dear meat for dinner, Robert puts that stuff on everything!! Love the vids btw

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

chowtownpiper Thanks very much! Its my favorite seasoning. Thanks for watching my videos!

[@TarHeelBrit]

I have to be honest here. My wife hates it when I watch your videos as it usually means new kit on the way. I bought a VDV mess kit (great piece of gear) a Veshmeshok pack and a Soviet aluminium canteen. I'm looking for a more pot based mess kit so I came here....Thanks for your reviews, much appreciated.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

No problem. My wife doesn't ask questions anymore so I don't ever say how many kits I actually own. Lol. The Czech kit is a very nice kit and it won't displease you. Let me know how you like it. Check out this other video I did. I fried some spam and eggs on the lid/plate of the Czech kit and I show my Czech canteens: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn_RZn1qlpZ_pMU

[@lovingmesomeoutdoors8729]

You make really good vids. I also am into military surplus stuff. keep them coming.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks very much for your comment! I hope to keep making them. I have a few mess kits, canteens and bags in my collection that I haven't featured yet. Thanks for watching!

[@martinadejaquiz2482]

also john i hit liked - loved video - thx4 sharing with me!

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Martina Dejaquiz thanks for watching another one! Have a great day!

[@Oldsparkey]

You are the 1st person on a KZbin video who knows what the Everglades seasoning is. I like to mix the Original with the Hot and Spicy , a 50 /50 mix. I've gone all over , in ( Florida ) and out of state to canoe and camp with different folks/friends. When I would use the Everglades as a seasoning i always was asked what is that ???? Then when I got home I would get more and mail it to the guys who asked about it.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Chuck Littleton Same here. I have mailed some to family and friends. I haven’t tried mixing them yet. That might be the perfect mix! Thanks for the idea and thanks for watching!

[@puma1304]

you always bring such interesting stuff, I liked this set quite a lot, and I am sure it is quite well made since CZ products had always a good reputation, even during the comunist CSR period

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thank you. This kit is one of my favorites.

[@martinadejaquiz2482]

1953... that is cool! hey man, that Czech kit ain't bad! i like it! there's a 1953 on EB now for $10 + $8.65 shipping in bellview, NE. ...looks good! i might bid on it? me tooo..... real coffee. would you say that the thickness of the czech mess kit aluminum is thick like cast aluminum? how are ya not gonna like that meal? looks A-1 to me! i do like this czech kit too. i really may buy this and i'm not kidding, either. still eye-balling that steel BSA mess kit too! if i got this czech kit for $18 i would be fine with that. up thumbed it & thx!

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

The Czech kit is bomb proof. The gauge of the aluminum is such that it will not dent easily. I still use and enjoy mine from time to time. My wife has her own Czech kit (1952) in her emergency car kit that she likes.

[@bjj685]

cool video, and the food looks good too. Can you tell us the capacity of the mess kit, how many liter in the big and the small pot? thanks for sharing and keep it up the good job !!!

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it. The capacity of the large pot filled to the top is about 1350 ml or 5 3/4 cups. The small pot is about 1050 ml or 4.5 cups filled to the top. Thanks for the sub too.

[@bjj685]

Thanks John I do appreciate it. I finally ordered mine from amazon.com. With this kit along with my Pathfinder canteen and cup, I am pretty sure I can cook a nice meal for 2 in the woods. Please Keep posting your nice videos and sharing your inspirational knowledge. thank you

[@johnnybloggs2494]

+John Sherwood The silence of the woods in the beginning of this video is amazing! You have good food & the word of God in the middle of serene nature. You've got it made many times over :)

[@ScottOwens28]

Ever see any Ocseola Wild Turkey?

[@hannuensio9504]

It's a great idea to take the Word of God to the hike.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

I agree! Thanks for watching and for commenting!

[@ireland66613]

Cool

[@norpino7704]

What brand is the knife that you were usin

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Norpino The brand is Condor Tool and Knife. The model is Kephart. Thanks for watching,

[@marodriguezsr]

Nice bible John. We should all carry one. I carry smaller version "The New Testament". Thanks for all the videos you share with us. - Marco

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks very much for watching and for your comment!

[@marodriguezsr]

John Sherwood hey John no problem I really enjoy your channel you're very humble and you have an awesome Channel, great gear and you provide a lot of information to us and we thank you very much, it's a pleasure to interact with you my brother. 👍

[@jamesmcgee2447]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@CharlesHoffmanOutdoorsWV]

Just found your channel, nice kit you got my sub gonna check out some of your other vids good content.

[@John-Sherwood-W4JFS]

Thanks very much! I hope you enjoy all I have posted.

[@suncoaster8578]

Lol. But it sure is a good

[@onis1969]

coffee bags brother

[@geraldross5180]

Yah who reads instructions. LOL

[@slezsko136]

It's MEVA