You might be a survivalist if . . .

[Benn Gleck]

I LOVE IT!!!

Hey do any of you guys use those old oil lamps?
If so, what are the pros and cons?

Thanks!

Klayton, We have several lamps and lanterns, most of them bought at yard sales.

The only drawback we've noticed is heat. If the power goes out when its hot they really bring up the temp in a room.

If you're gonna get a couple make sure one is a lantern. You can carry them around and they're weather proof.

Do an internet search for W.T. Kirkman lanterns, tons of info and good prices.

[Benn Gleck]

You know what Pri-G is.

[tomato]

Wow, I have done most of those, so sad and true. I was really surprised that fritos caught on fire, but it works.

[Matt In Oklahoma]

hahahahahhahahahaha

[Grand58742]

Just a few more to add to the list:

You have at least three multi-tools...in your truck alone

Your dog has his own Multicam sweater to "blend in better"

You've actually tried the Frito corn chip firestarter

You've collected old phone books just in case the TP runs out

Consider a serious debate "Leatherman vs Gerber vs SOG vs SAK"

Think Presidential debates should consist of "5.56 vs 7.62x39 vs 7.62x51"

Have ever lost friends over the above debates

Have gained lifelong friends over the above debates

Own a bayonet for your MBR "just in case"

Have ever stood on top of a ravine and screamed "WOLVERINES!"

Send frantic texts to friends about the current deal on Steep and Cheap

Consider the ultimate BOV something off a Russian surplus armored vehicle web sale

Are afraid to tell those you meet you are a prepper, but will post pictures of your entire setup on the internet

Believe there should only be two types of handguns on the planet: 1911 and Glock

Have enough .22 ammo stored up for every Boy Scout on the planet to qualify for the rifle shooting merit badge...twice

Still don't think you have enough .22 stored up

[Klayton]

Hey found this cool oil lamp site (although a little pricey): http://www.oillampman.com/sorensen/oil_lamps.htm

[Matt In Oklahoma]

http://www.biofuelsforum.com/ this might be able to help you on you question. Like I said I'm lost on that topic, it's new to me. Thats why a group of folks is more helpful because I'm just a monkey with high hopes.

[Matt In Oklahoma]

I inherited one and I think we got the other one at Atwoods or a store similar to it like Tractor Supply. I have no idea about the animal fat, honestly first time I ever saw that was on "the colony". I have used that colored lamp fuel in a portable kerosene heater when I was stationed in germany and everything else sold out. I remember the clerk looking at me crazy when I walked in and bought 20 bottles of it and I refused to tell her nosey self what I was doing. Talking with my wife here she says wallie world sells them in household goods. I dont remember seeing them there but what do I know LOL.

[Klayton]

I have 2 we use when the power goes down. No real cons other than open flame being in the house. Pros - they still work and you can even buy colored oil so they are decorative which pleases the wife.

Matt, where do you buy your oil lamps? Curious, can these run off of liquified animal lard also? (not sure if I remember how to keep it liquid after melting it, was it add salt, hmm my memory is really sucking nowadays...)

[Matt In Oklahoma]

LOL There are different kinds of survival and making the woman happy is one of them :) Also urbanflage that the neighbors don't notice is good too. So yep I'm whooped so what of it LOL

[rockriver]

this is great...
i love it.
i've heard some of you guys were that way...

i'm waiting till something happens, then the bride and i are going to walmart!
our local store has plenty of stuff.
i guess i could use this post to make up a list ...
half for me and half for the wife!
she could go to walmart
i could go to kmart!
lol
rr

[Matt In Oklahoma]

I have 2 we use when the power goes down. No real cons other than open flame being in the house. Pros - they still work and you can even buy colored oil so they are decorative which pleases the wife.

[Klayton]

I LOVE IT!!!

Hey do any of you guys use those old oil lamps?
If so, what are the pros and cons?

Thanks!

[Matt In Oklahoma]

LOL OMG I'm in tears!

[EX121]

My wife wants to know who has been spying on our house. Thanks for the laugh.