MSR Seagull Stowaway 775ml | 3 Year Field Review

[@SteveAubrey1762]

I was "homeless" for about 4 months in 2018. I actually lived in the woods, in a tent, everything I owned was in my backpack. I was fortunate enough to have an MSR Seagull, and I cooked EVERYTHING I ate in it. It NEVER failed me.

[@SteveAubrey1762]

It made me stronger,that's for sure. Showed me what I was made of. I don't look at the world & this society the same anymore.

[@dustycover3015]

I had the same experience and fell in love with the stowaway. I picked one up at a thrift store while looking for a jacket. It was marked at $15 but the cashier let me have it for $10, She knew I was homeless. being homeless also changed my perspective on society and life like it did for you. I don't see the world the same anymore. I'm doing better now but do miss living in the woods. Kinda makes you realize that you don't need luxury and all kinds of useless possessions to be happy.

[@bobbys1308]

What would you cook inside it? What would be easy and cheap and quick enough to cook inside of this?

[@SteveAubrey1762]

@@bobbys1308 My main go to meal was black beans & rice W/ SPAM cut up in it. Sometimes, just black beans & rice

[@bobbys1308]

​@@SteveAubrey1762 thanks for the info. i might be homeless soon and ive been trying to prepare and plan.

[@blackhatbushcraft]

I have owned one for a couple years myself and it is a very well made and durable cooking vessel. If I lost mine I would definitely replace it with another. Great review and talking points. Great looking Kuksa as well. Take care. Matt

[@lino5167]

I bought the 1.6L version about a year ago, and used it as a regular pot in my house, cooking over a gas cooker. I don't know if the heat had anything to do with it but about 4 days ago the tab on the lid has come off, as it's glued or maybe welded on to the actual lid and not riveted or screwed. I originally bought the pot because I wanted to hang it from a tripod using the tab and the locking handle, but I'd advise anyone that plans to use it that way to remove the tab first and weld it afterwards; but don't let that comment dissuade you from getting one, I liked the size, construction and idea behind the lid so much that I bought two of them. Great video as always.

[@ArikGST]

I`ve had mine for a little over a year now. I don`t use it that frequently, but whenever I do it absolutely performs, and it heats up nice and quick even over a small fire like in a mini-stove. Great for making breakfast after a night in the tent :D

[@OutdoorsWithShawn]

Been using the same pot for two plus years with no issues. Great buy with nice features.

[@OutdoorsWithShawn]

I made a small modified "s" hook to connect the handle and latch to be able to hang the pot over a fire.

[@VelizarRadojicic]

I bought it 3 years ago - first time I saw it on one of your video. Pretty happy with it😁🔝👊!!!

[@sgbradley]

I've had mine for 6+ years and hasn;t failed me yet! I bring steelwool to keep it clean in the woods if I'm cooking food in it instead of water.

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Good tip!

[@rickyfargason8859]

The lid can also be used as a skillet by attaching a fish mouth spreader to the lid handle. The spreader can also be used for hanging a ss bottle over a fire.

[@MSYAGMONTREAL]

Just purchased one and my criteria are exactly the same: Stainless steel, long handle, great lid with lock and diameter/tall ratio. It's one of the gear pieces you purchase and use it till the rest of your life.

[@MrWmburr7]

Those MSR pots really are great, aren't they? I have the 775 ml and the 1.6 L. Thanks for letting us know how it holds up over time also.

[@theaquexican]

I bought this pot because I saw your other video on it and it has yet to disappoint me. Thanks again for a great video!

[@MonoLake02]

I have the MSR stainless stacking pots that came out before those (I got them in 1987) and they are still serving me well, but I like the the design of yours better. I think MSR pots are made by Zebra in Thailand, and they make really good stuff. My large pot saved my life once when I was in a sinking boat in a storm in Guatamala, so I guess I have to keep it because I am reminded that I am lucky to be alive every time I take it out to use it. You can always be on the hunt for the perfect piece of kit, but there is nothing more satisfying than a well used and well cared for piece that is always there when you need it. Thanks for the great vids...

[@algarcia8156]

I have that same msr pot and i love it. I never go to the woods without it.

[@CedricAda]

I got an MSR after seeing your review all the way back when. Still unbeatable for solo expeditions.

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Agreed. I really like the shape.

[@NostalgicLink]

I got this one years ago and recently got the bigger one. Nice thing about them is the small one will nest in the big one with the lids both locked on. I agree a pour spout and graduations would be nice! Also, two small holes or another hanging handle so we could string it up over a fire without the lid secured would be cool.

[@grantsdad98]

4:08 775ml is LESS than a liter.

[@michaelrutledge7048]

Yes, 1 liter is 1000ml. So, 775ml is LESS than a liter.

[@juainott5281]

Hahaha I just notice, Lil jimy wasn't the smartest of the bunch but he was indeed brave.

[@mfro4422]

In point of fact it is 77.5% of 1L

[@bobabooey4537]

Theres another guy doing a review on the same pot and he called it a 1.1 liter, or 775ml lol.

[@bobabooey4537]

​@@mfro4422 Yes indeed... 77.5% of 1L is in fact, 775 ML.

[@benhull6952]

I bought this pot for a recent camping trip and it was amazing at boiling water

[@AdventureCamping]

I've been looking for a new pot to use...... Looks like I found it. Thanks for sharing!

[@admadama7009]

I have used and loved my MSR pot for years also, if they would just add a small pour spout I would not have a single complaint. Great video video as usual guys!

[@snowpuppy77]

Your first review convinced me to get this pot in the next size up. It has been a great pot. I keep an MSR stove and some beverage packets inside of mine. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@jmcrowley]

Nice review gentlemen. I have the same MSR pot and really enjoy it's utility and practically. Thank you for sharing.

[@wyatt2852]

Thanks of all of your videos. I have learned a lot from them.

[@joshuaritzheimer8391]

Thanks for the review. That looks like a really good pot. A hack to easily remove soot from your pots is to coat the outside with dish soap before putting it on the fire. We used this trick in my Scouting years.

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Yea I've heard that before. I don't always carry soap. But I always keep my pot in a bag. So this method works for me. Thanks for sharing!

[@joshuaritzheimer8391]

+Black Owl Outdoors I like the sooty used look a lot too.

[@RuggedOutdoorz]

We have the same pan its a great product and we use it all the time, great video as usual guys

[@Radoslaw731]

This pot is dedicated to the Silver fire scout wood gas stove and other similar wood gas stoves😊

[@Patriotalliance]

Great piece of kit, luv mine have had it for years.

[@milehighac2738]

Nice video! I use this with my msr pocket rocket stove as my cook kit. It is perfect!

[@CliKnight]

great video. I have had mine for 6 years. can you please tell me were and who makes your stove.

[@MrStropparo]

Pathfinder has a new pan that doesn't have a lid that is stainless for 10$. Bought one ,like it. Same type handle locks in place, pretty durable. Hard to go wrong at that price.

[@NoTrail]

It just hit me that I have one of those that I've never used...nice solid pot. Would like to try one of those stoves though.

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Twig stoves are awesome in my opinion. They take a little longer than backpacking stoves, but you never need to buy fuel or throw away empty canisters.

[@NoTrail]

Using one looks kinda fun, but slow...I get inpatient. I have never cooked over a fire...even as a kid I used a Sterno stove and progressed from there. Fire is intriguing me. One thing I will never understand is tea....love coffee...but tea? blehh.

[@blacksheep6821]

Awesome review and footage. Looks like an awesome pot.

[@podden22]

Tip: You can get a silicone pour spout to facilitate pouring! I made one of a silicone lid. Sure, it doesn't look very bushcraft but maybe one could construct one of metal to clip on? m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5POZ4SprbCcfsk

[@morris4069]

I have the 775ml pot and the next size up, 1100ml or so? I've used the small one for years usually on alcohol or Esbit stoves. Nice thing is you can keep your dried foods and spices inside.

[@blackdogbite]

Yeah... I agree with your points. The stainless is fairly thin.... And obviously there's no aluminum bonded to the bottom for heat distribution. They get hot spots... RET hot spots. Your food can burn in a flash. So if you're boiling, totally fine... Bit if you're doing any braising or sauteing.... You have to have a stove that and adjust to a really low heat. Take it really slow and you can do ok... But you won't get food seared. Ok... So, the other plus that you didn't mention... Is that there are four sizes of these pots. I have the 750ml and the 1.6 liter. The smaller one fits perfectly inside the larger. And a small Solo type of twig stove will fit perfectly inside the small 750 ml! Your square twig stove will fit at the bottom of the 1.6 liter. I believe that the smallest size (475 ml) will fit inside your 1.1 liter pot. Lots of flexibility for different situations.

[@galenlong8022]

I have the msr 1.1 serving as one of my cook pots and I teamed that with a wood gassifier stove that breaks down and fits inside the pot, I like the setup that I use, pot wise, not the happiest with the stove, much rather have a bush box or the emberlit. but it will suffice for now.

[@amgolfer3591]

Galen, thanks for the comment. I was just wondering what is the brand of the your gasifier stove? I love using mine. I also have the Ti Emberlit and it's a great stove that takes up no room and is extremely light. I know the Firebox is a great stove and I will be purchasing one soon. I wish Steve had a Ti version of it as it's a little heavy and cumbersome--nevertheless, a great stove. Look forward to hearing from you. - Shane

[@galenlong8022]

Shane mine was a no name amazon special I got from there for like 25 bucks. It's a cheap Chinese knockoff off of the silverfire. If I had to do it over again I would have gotten a bushbox.

[@amgolfer3591]

Galan--ya the cheap Chinese crap is no good. I'm sure if you had the Silverfire (as I do) this would be a different conversation. Silverfire is a great gasifier stove and I have been very pleased with mine--a little big but fits into myToaks system well. When I want to go extra light with my load out, I will always grab my Emberlit Ti stove.... The bushbox I believe is in the same class as the Emberlit? Anyway, I hope one day you can experience a good gasifier stove like t the Firesilver or Solo stove.....peace. - Shane

[@michaelrutledge7048]

Hey, BOO!! Question... Will your collapsible stove nestle inside the cook pot?? If so, what is the make of your stove??

[@kc329191]

I am getting one of these! Great review!

[@ManLand]

My only problem with this MSR is the thin handle...It's long and that is good but the thin handle makes it more difficult to control. But it is a learned/getting used to it deal and not really a bad oversight. I compared it to my Stanley Adventure Prep Pot...and there are good and bad in both...I should do a video me thinks...

[@paulhenry7122]

I it can also be used as a pressure cooker. mine disappeared and needed a pot ASAP and couldn't get one but I found the 14cm Zebra pot it was a good deal came with fry pan both together would be the ultimate cook set up . just a little info to ya Peace Pops Bushcraft

[@MoranGuyVideos]

I was interesting of buying one of the stainless steel pot that MSR has to offer but wonder in someone can tell what can you pot inside of this pot .... I mean which equipment like stove , gaz, towel, etc...

[@Jeffs40K]

My Favorite Pot as well, Normally carry the 1.6 ... I also carry Pathfinder Bottle cook set with has the Fish mouth Spreader, and you can Clip in into the lids Handle to make a mini Frying pan for like Bannock or etc. I like that idea about adding marks for Measuring.. maybe Someone should Contact MSR ...Other option would be Laser Engrave it or Maybe Make Dimples with a Snap Punch.

[@NorwegianWoods]

I have one just like that. It is a pretty good piece of kit :) Thanks for sharing - Martin

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Thanks for watching Martin!

[@Hutjeopdeheij]

zebra has a simular pot. i that bought it with a wood gas stove that first in perfectly. its a very nice kit.

[@amnonish]

HI, Can I use this pot in the oven?

[@WS-tf4dv]

Have you used the lid as a frying pan?

[@rickyfargason8859]

Can use a fish mouth spreader to make a handle for the lid/skillet.

[@creatamax16]

Hi everyone could i ask if these pots stick much while cooking something like a stew? obviously on a low heat and keep stirring occasionally but what are the actually like for cooking real meals in?.

[@dustycover3015]

I used one of these pots while homeless and cooked everything with it. I cooked, sausage's, ground beef, stew's, rice, noodles, chili, quinoa, shrimp and a bunch of other stuff. Nothing sticked to it, I never did cook eggs in it though. I don't know how that would have turned out.

[@JL-jj1oj]

I've never been called a turtle before, but I kinda liked it.

[@TheGugustar]

How does it perform against its original version, the Zebra Lunchbox?

[@ralphblankenship3462]

Could have said what wood burning stove that is been looking for one

[@smokymountainoutdoorsman1991]

The perfect all around pot. Have you every tried to scramble eggs in yours? I've thought about it before but never actually done it.

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

No scrambled eggs yet. I'm not the biggest fan of them.

[@SulsaNim]

Hemlock tea... yum! 😂

[@johneli495]

Nice pot, since it's so wide you can use it for both boiling and frying I guess

[@LionheartSJZ]

I'm still on the lookout for "the" perfect cooking set. This comes pretty close but what I'm looking for is something like this with a fitting stove included. All of the sets which include stoves (for alcohol or wood) have some flaws... Nonetheless I'm really close to buying this pot though :) Thanks for the great review.

[@phillipdelaney2989]

775 ml? maybe I just eat a lot but the 1.6 L suffices for when i go camping with my brother or girlfriend. Sometimes even then i throw the pot back on the fire to make more food. but yeah i would agree, really solid design and great for the price.

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

We're all different! Like I said, this size is stretching it for two people, but it can be done, Thanks for sharing.

[@amgolfer3591]

Krik--thanks again buddy. Will you be reviewing your Fjallraven Stubben pack? I have been using mine and I am very pleased so far. I wears well and I love it for a day pack out in the woods. I am awaiting the new YNOT Wildland Scout pack--I'm sure my wife will be taking it over:( Thanks again Krik.....

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Yes eventually! Still testing it out. So far, so good! That YNOT pack looks great as well.

[@Mean-Gene]

What do you use to carry the pot? Is there a pouch you know of that has the pals/molle setup to carry?

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

I made a bag to carry it. I don't know of a molle pouch. Make one yourself!

[@ltandkholbrook9555]

Great Video, thanks :)

[@EverythingThereIs]

Good review. Thanks!

[@JAKBOT3000]

What kind of stove are you using in this video?

[@unkoric]

what stove are you using in this video? it's awesome

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

Emberlit original! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ganMY5aHbN-ciNE

[@RobFarrell17]

Love mine.

[@eugenjigane7219]

hy witch one do you think is better msr stowaway or zebra pot ?

[@bigstick5278]

Zebra is tall and a bit bulky.

[@brianspencer4220]

Hi Turtle: Looks good, maybe I'm being pickey but I aqm looking for a pot with a bale as well so that I can hang it oner a fire when the occasion arises. Otherwise it looks great. Brian 76

[@yarbzag]

Bail mod is simple and there are plenty of video on you tube. Have a search, bail mod is great for this pot.

[@mattklapman]

775mL is less than 1000mL (1L)

[@N1ntend0Power]

Hey what bag do you use for the pot?

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

One I made!

[@Asupertramp685]

krik what forest do you shoot your videos in?

[@FarFromPopulated1]

Pennsylvania

[@kaelharwood4804]

Oh my bad

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

We are in Pennsylvania!

[@spencerhall6744]

You should do some fishing/ hunting videos!

[@no-mt6oh]

When locking it, you're supposed to put the handle through the pot lid loop, then lock it

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

That's one more step that's not necessary for me. But thanks for the tip!

[@alexanderlively2729]

Why are the videos blurry

[@crabtrap]

that pot is to small to feed Silent Bob, Jay!

[@Siomasays]

Make a lid handle by using ***** or stuff some cork in it

[@tigerraven]

Hay me nick sory I haven't been up to date I'm making a bush vid on the weekend on my new nife and kurk why it's been a while because I was geting bord and wanted you to make more fire lighting vids hAy make a vid on ten ways to make a fire

[@bigstick5278]

The older Zebra MSR pots were much stronger in the handle.

[@muas923]

this would be great with an alcohol stove.

[@MrFreeGman]

4:05 775 mL is more than a litre? what?

[@guzelmarmara]

Blame the American education system.

[@alanrichert8252]

Hate to say .750 mills is less than a letter a letter is 100 mills

[@MoranGuyVideos]

And by the way this is really cheap pot you can buy in less then 24$ include shipping worldwide

[@Waldhandwerk]

Nice, nice ;)

[@alexanderlively2729]

Never mind sorry they are not

[@bigstick5278]

The new ones they make now are looking cheap.

[@kolt193]

You need a haircut lol great video

[@rumrunner1820]

Are you wearing makeup?

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

All day everyday.

[@davidsomerset8411]

UH HAA ...... this review doesn't count.... you cheated..... you used a lighter to start your 🔥 fire. You should have struggled at least half an hour with some primitive method 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MrStropparo]

Pathfinder has a new pan that doesn't have a lid that is stainless for 10$. Bought one ,like it. Same type handle locks in place, pretty durable. Hard to go wrong at that price.