Retro Outdoor Gear Photo Gallery by Monte Dodge at pbase.com

Retro Outdoor Gear

Other than taking photos, hiking , climbing and Kayaking,, collecting Retro Backpacks, Lanterns, Tents, Ice Axes and really anything to do with the outdoors is a fun ( though sometimes expense) hobby. These are a few of my treasures of the outdoors of yesteryear. Enjoy!!!!

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Optimus Model 99	Optimus model No. 1	Optimus 111B ( 1960's)	Primus model 71's
Phoebus 625 ( Made in Austria)	Coleman model 228 Double Mantle ( 1963)	Four great Coleman Lanterns	Wooden Ice Axes
Coleman One Lungers ( Burners)	MSR Model 9 ( 1973)	Which one will I use today????	First Metal Handled Ice Axes ( MSR Thunderbird, Premana)
Thunderbird's " Hatchet Head" Axe	Optimus Model 930 Kerosene Lantern (300 candle power)	Coleman Model 530 One lunger stove.	Unfired Primus model 71 ( Post -Optimus buy-out)

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leftpoole		19-Feb-2015 11:03
I like this Gallery. I have one very similar!

Tamara Robbins		06-Dec-2014 01:20
Hi! Fun page.... I have a slew of old ad slicks from Mountain Paraphernalia days.... Am looking for both RR carabiners and the original Galibier shoe if anyone has either please let me know. Can email me at tamara@postpro.net Tamara Robbins

Dirk Rockland		27-Oct-2014 23:10
Want to see that Kamplite really blow others away? Use the proper mantle. These were designed for a mantle about twice as big as a Coleman #21. The single model uses the same generator as their double model, so is moving a LOT of fuel most likely being burnt off as a useless ghost flame. Try the Peerless 24-A mantle on it. Peerless 2C-HG mantles are excellent mantles to use in place of Coleman #21s. Brighter, stronger, last longer.

VERMIN		10-Mar-2013 20:41
WHERE DID MY COMMENT GO ??? --- GIVE IT BACK ???

HARRY HOARDER VERMIN		10-Mar-2013 20:40
HELLO , I WOULD LIKE TO ADD THIS TO YOUR COMMENTS PAGE --- I NOW HAVE OVER 175 NORTH FACE TENTS --- SOME NEW , MOST CLASSICS , VINTAGE --- AND TRY TO USE THEM ON A ROTATIONAL BASIS --- THE TNF SLEEPING BAG COUNT IS OVER 100 --- PACKS , TNF , OODLES AND OODLES BILLIONS --- GORE-TEX COATS AND SHELLS PANTS CLIMBING SUITS --- FAR TOO MANY --- I HAVE ENOUGH STUFF TO OUTFIT AN EVEREST ATTEMPT --- OR HOUSE MOST OF THE HOMELESS HERE IN COLORADO --- SOMEBODY STOP ME PLEASE ???

Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)		26-Jan-2013 22:16
Excellent! V Paolo

Hernan E. Enriquez		02-Jan-2013 01:08
I am amazed! Thank you for sharing!

bgoogins		29-Sep-2011 03:18
Too awesome. Thanks for sharing.

effildIncitle		11-Jun-2011 12:30
I just book marked your blog on Digg and StumbleUpon.I enjoy reading your commentaries.

howard		07-Jun-2010 15:11
Hi i have primus butaine ranger (small grasshopper)stove can't find fuel. any ideas

Jeff		07-Jun-2010 02:01
How 'bout the old phoebus stoves, msr tunnel tent with sewn in liner and packing peanuts that acted as spacers and 3 hoop poles you placed inside, or SD octodome where you crawled thru an arch. yakpacks,jansport dome tents, msr white metal pan snowshoes, bernzamatic lamp/lanterns that ran off of those surplus military phone/walkietalkie batteries size and weight of a brick? Nike lavadomes and ? and? boots. Galibier boots? Helly hansen first addition 3 layer yellow gortex parka and bibs I still use (no delamination yet, I just DWR) Mouse Products , Bristlecone sl bags, When twinpeaks made sd and northface sl bags? Epoke mica based xc skis (someone on SNL wore an Epoke tshirt during a skit) Hope sparked a few more memories. Jeff

Michael Snider		05-Jun-2010 01:08
I have recently aquires a Ted Williams 10 or 12? man tent 1960's Circa. It came with NO Instructions. can any one tell me were I could Look this Info? It also Has Sir Edmund Hillary's name on ( on the tag sewn to the tent) I want to assemble this tent. its a really cool find! and how many poles came with this tent? I havent found a CODE or Model Number for this tent. I need some help.

Paul Gould		04-Jun-2010 04:09
Howdy, I just picked up a American Jiffy Kook stove. Am wondering if you are familiar with it? # 18 is stamped on it..Made is USA American Gas Machine Co Inc, Albert Lea Minn..Thank you! Paul

Guest		16-May-2010 22:48
Hi, I have a Primus Scout...double burner camping stove. I can not find any information about this model. Have you heard of it before? Many thanks...it is of sentimental value

Clyde Heath		23-Apr-2010 03:49
Just picked up a 1965 Gerry Yearound Two Man tent in mint condition. My son and I will use it this year as we backpack the Pennine Way in Northumberland, England. Can you tell me anything about it? Also, I am the original owner of a Hank Roberts Mini Mark III Lantern/Stove Combo that I bought in 1982 and used only once. I'm looking for the disposable LP Gas Fuel slip on canisters. Any suggestions? Thanks so much.

Ted Phillips		07-Apr-2010 21:38
Enjoyed reviewing your collection. Thought I was the only one left with Pivettas, Camp 7 bags, Kelty frame packs, Phoebus 725 stoves, etc. They are old but still using them.

Boy Scout		29-Mar-2010 22:26
Great collection-- the only thing missing is some pages from the old Stephenson catalogs, with nude pictures of his wife and daughter!

Tony V		08-Mar-2010 20:00
Great Collection! I have a Hank Roberts Stove and one canister of fuel. Does anyone know if any other company makes fuel that will work with the Hank Roberts stove?

Jack		14-Jan-2010 09:28
I have and still use a Kelty Serac, blue. I also still beat all my buddies when we boil water at a way point for coffee or soup etc, using my 30 year old Svea 123. Still works great. My favorite tent is still in my pack, green alpine

Guest		08-Jan-2010 17:40
Dirk Be aware, Punker stoves are only meant for Alcohol. Kind Regards jsg

Guest		06-Nov-2009 01:03
I have a J.C. Higgins camp stove, model no. 710.74030, can anyone give me an approximate date of manufacture.

Steve		19-Oct-2009 03:53
Very nice. I still wear my Raichle Rotundos (late 70's or thereabouts). I'll have to pull out the old crampons and wooden ice axes. I know I have a well-used Optimus 8R and a couple of other old stoves. I worked at REI when it had 2 stores, the walk-up in downtown Seattle and the "flagship" store on 11th and Pike. Down to the garage to look through the old stuff.

stephen		04-Oct-2009 05:59
I just ended up with a Prentiss-wabers product It is a folding Auto- cook-oven any idea what it is worth you can email me at stephen7727@gmail.com

Kay Kallenbach		25-Aug-2009 22:19
I have a metal container with a well fitting lid. It measures 9" tall x 7" wide by 4" deep and the legend on the back says it is a "portable refrigerator" and has instructions for use with 2 pictures. 1 of hunters the other is a beach scene both show coolers and the graphics appear to be about 1950. The container has a grey background with black and white raindrops. This is apparently an insert for the cooler that ice is kept in to keep food cool, there is also a caution on the lower part of the container that says it has been treated with a rust inhibitor, and says do not store unwrapped food or drinks in it. Any help would be appreciated.

Guest		18-Aug-2009 05:18
all coleman lanterns have the date stamped on the bottom of them

Guest		18-Aug-2009 05:13
i have a model 9 coleman heater i can't find any like it can anybody help me to find out what year it is and what it is worth i think it is close to the 1930's my email is tmtaz1@verizon.net ty

dirk van den Bosch		13-Aug-2009 18:26
I've just put my hand on a gasoline stove from PUNKER, made in Sweden. A rare copper ballon on the end and no pumping system. Can somebody tell me something about this kind of stove.

dirk van den Bosch		13-Aug-2009 18:26
I've just put my hand on a gasoline stove from PUNKER, made in Sweden. A rare copper ballon on the end and no pumping system. Can somebody tell me something about this kind of stove.

tom		02-Jul-2009 19:08
i got about 55 coleman lanterns how do i find out how old they are??

dr. hector		26-Jun-2009 04:17
i have a colemen 2 burner 1924 pat pend. model #2 i would like to know more about it? turns into an oven to.

kenny		21-Jun-2009 13:16
I am looking for some help I have a Jan-1988 Black "Special Edition" PowerHouse Model 290 Lantern in very good condition. I cannot find anything on the web about this lantern. Any information that I can get would be great. My e-mail is croom14@hotmail.com. My name is Kenny

Steve		13-Jun-2009 14:10
I have a model 9 stove for sale what is it worth

Doug Roberts		15-May-2009 19:15
What a wonderful collection. Much of it from the golden age of hiking ,when men were men and...

Dobyman		14-May-2009 17:08
came across a JC Higgins Sears model 710-740-40 camp stove today. no rust, just a lot of scorching, so it needs a paint job. does anyone know where to get a replacement JC Higgins decal that goes on the inside lid? this one is in great shape, but if i want to do the paint job right, i need to replace it. any parts source will be appreciated too! thanks for the nice site, lots of vintage stuff here. makes me want more than i already have!! Steve

jerry		04-May-2009 12:06
just got an old optimus 111B, would like to know what its worth? Is anybody interested in it? and what fuel should i use in it? and the email i used is a friends email, and she'll let me know of any interested response she might recieve.

Phil Volk		19-Apr-2009 00:30
I've got an old coleman SOLUS stove. I'm trying to find out some information on it as to year it was made etc. Can you help?? Thanks!!! Phil Volk

Ali Majdfar		21-Mar-2009 15:49
Outstanding collection, stunning captures. ~V

Darrell Credeur		16-Mar-2009 19:07
Anyone want to have their old camping photos featured in a Coleman Ad Campaign? We are looking for vintage photos of families camping with Coleman products. Dates should be from 1950-1980. There's money in it for the right photos. Send a sample jpeg or pdf file to me for consideration.

Darrell Credeur		16-Mar-2009 17:48
Anyone want to have their old camping photos featured in a Coleman Ad Campaign? We are looking for vintage photos of families camping with Coleman products. Dates should be from 1950-1980. There's money in it for the right photos. Send a sample jpeg or pdf file to me for consideration.

Guest		16-Mar-2009 01:57
To anyone who has a coleman 523 duel stove,get a couple of 533 duel fuel burner grates and drop in the 523.They fit perfect,with improved pot support,and burner efficiency.

Guest		13-Mar-2009 14:41
nice gallery :)

Guest		05-Mar-2009 20:17
شكرا جزيلا على جميع هالصور الجميلة

M. Peterschmidt		04-Mar-2009 03:13
Look at all the toys! what a great collection

Ken A.		24-Feb-2009 15:49
Hey,great site.I still have all my old stuff(c.1974)Phobus in can,svea,Kelty tioga,sigg cook set,sierra cup etc.I was just wondering,I need an old set of aluminum frame-pins.Any ideas for the correct vintage? Thanks,Ken A.203-257-4146.

Deems Burton		05-Feb-2009 02:30
My favorite Mad Monte Gallery; I get excited when he updates it!! and it's only equal is his vintage PCT galleries. V

James		13-Jan-2009 23:49
WOW!! Its not a hobbie;Its a passion.I to find it hard to chuck the stuff that has never failed me. Your sight is AWSOME. Keep collecting and camping -Thanx for a great sight- it really takes me back.

Rody Graumans		22-Dec-2008 10:08
Great stuff to see here! Thanks for sharing

Steve in Banning, Calif.		23-Nov-2008 23:41
Yessss! Goodies from the Golden Age of camping gear!!! Pleased to have run across this website. It is wonderful justification for my collection of stoves, lanterns, tents, packs, cook kits, fuel flasks, boots, sleeping bags, and other doo-dads, from Coleman (of course!), Primus, Svea, Trangia, EMS, Early Winters, Kelty, Eureka, Yak Pak, Twin Peaks, North Face, REI, Fabiano, Raichle, Highland Outfitters (a hole-in-the-wall Riverside institution back in the day), and so on. Some bought new, some from yard sales. I even have my REI membership from about 1968. Most will go to offspring of my brother and me. Or their grandkids, when they come and when they reach the age when they can join me on some adventure. Of course, justification covers a multitude of hobbies and vices: a ham radio buddy of mine told me that my wife's collection of stamping and scrap booking stock and equipment is also justification for ham radio. Besides, amateur radio field days are simply excuses for a camp out. But my wife is also understanding; in 2002, she convinced me to take the offer to buy a stock, mint 1960 Jeep from the original owner, then 92 years of age. I remember toodling about in it during high school days. I called his son in Portland and got his OK, so... Anyhow, finding all you kindred spirits is tonic for this bald guy's spirits. A happy and blessed Thanksgiving to all!

Marjan Schavemaker		27-Oct-2008 20:29
Great, Monte your collection of all that gear, some stuff is quite familiar to me as well! V

Guest		23-Sep-2008 16:27
For sure, very well done!!!

Pogue Mahone		05-Sep-2008 21:14
Hello Monte and friends, Fantastic collection of camping gear! Does anyone know when Coleman made the 5201 model Pak Table, a metal folding table with 4 canvas-topped folding stools? Thanks, Pogue Mahone

Jerry		03-Sep-2008 20:58
Does anyone know where to find an instruction manuel for a J C Higgins 2 burner camp stove. It was made to operate on white gas. Thanks, Jerry

Doc Mark		17-Jun-2008 04:18
Hey, Monte, Thanks, very much, for the great site, and all the outstanding photos of retro gear! I'm a Stovie, from the CCS site, and you are definitely missed over there. Stop by for a visit, now and then! Just got a "new" MSR stove, and wasn't sure which model it was, until I perused your photos! It's definitely a well kept Model G, and I'm looking forward to using it! Thanks for helping me identify it! Now, all I need to do is find a Model 9, and maybe a 9A, and I'm all set! Take care, and God Bless! Every Good Wish, Doc Mark Crestline, CA

Debbie Blackburn Beierle		02-Jun-2008 06:43
This is an amazing collection, Monte! Very well documented! Thanks for sharing it has been quite interesting and informative!!!

Guest		02-Jun-2008 03:55
Great collection of stuff but where's the enameled tin coffee pot in all this pre-latte northwest gear?

Guest		18-Apr-2008 00:56
does anyone know where i can get parts for a JC Higgins Lantern????

Skott		08-Mar-2008 01:43
I have been looking all over for some info on my old Colemam 2 burner stove I would love to know how old it is It is a model # 413D it had an older gas tank but had holes in it so had to move to a newer one (to bad) it still has the sand and of course works great just lke to now how old it is Thanks

Stephen Taylor		19-Feb-2008 01:22
Thought I'd skim thru the rest of your site. I see I'll have to bring my REI brass candle lantern to th KO so you can photograph it. I also see one of your guests is interested in the white wedge.You may have to fight it out with him if I suceed in buying a lime one! P.S. I can send you prints of my later model Jansport if you can send me that new adress. LWExp

Dave		20-Nov-2007 23:08
You rule! This brings back so many memories! This is just a fantastic site. Why the hell doesn't anyone make an external frame pack anymore? I know that my kid will be orienteering without the help of GPS.

Steve		18-Nov-2007 01:41
Monte, I just acquired what looks like a 1945 Aladdin Mountain Stove. It has US M-1942-MOD, PW 1 45 stamped on it but no Aladdin. For curiosty, I would like to see if it works. The operating instructions are 99.9% worn off and I have no clue as to what fuel to use. Heck, I dont even know if it will pressurize. Could you pass on some info please? You're retro gear is great. I have started to acquire retro coolers and jugs, particularly clay lined jugs. I'm in Olympia, where exactly is Adenvoir?

skip yowell		13-Nov-2007 00:31
what a great collection brought back some good memories- skip yowell- jansport still truckin

Cindy		02-Nov-2007 00:55
Hey, Great site! My Coleman stove and lantern are vintage 1982. I just picked up a Jansport Dome tent made for Hermans Sporting goods. Alas, no poles came with it. Do you know where I can find some replacement poles? Thanks, Cindy

Strider		22-Oct-2007 23:01
I'll put my ice axes in my will to you, including the rare, broken one with "Hillary" etched into it. Oops, I'm going to outlive you, so how about putting all of yours in your will to me!!!!

Bige		16-Oct-2007 16:17
I have a 1945 Aladdin Mountain Stove, and I am needing a replacement needle valve for this stove. I was wondering if you would have one or know where to get one from. If you could lead my in a direction I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you Bige

Guest		13-Oct-2007 21:10
I think you have an addiction. What an amazeing collection.Kudos

Lee G		09-Sep-2007 05:54
Monte, you are a camping icon. I never tire of browsing your galleries as you always have something interesting and cool to share. These images really bring back fond memories of camping with my dad when I was a kid. Too bad we didn't save our old gear like you have done. Thanks for the great trip back in time!v

Matt		17-Jul-2007 00:52
I have a 242 C lantern that uses white gas, having trouble lighting it. Any suggestions? what is the L shaped piece of metal on the opposite side of the plastic circular valve.

Jim Gansberg		13-Jun-2007 16:24
Great collection! Saw my Eureka Timberline there....backpacked it in Europe 2 summers. I fired up my SVEA 105 stove this morning. It cam to me from a local man who attempted Everest and was an expedition Doc numerous times. I am taking it on our Mt. Shasta climb next week. Better check out my old Coleman stove and get it goin again! Thanks!

Guest		01-Jun-2007 19:30
Wow! What a great collection of old school hiking and climbing gear. I have the 111b, an REI hickory ice axe, the Optimus 8r, the Jansport Mountain Dome, and an REI Crestline Expedition tent used by the '75 K2 expedition. I bought it for $75 at an auction that Jim Whiiaker had to pay off the expedition's debts. All of these things are still in good working order, except for the Crestiline, which is missing a pole.

jim Klazek		29-May-2007 18:20
Monte--Wonder if you could contact Steve "Lonewolf" Tailor--Am interested in buying his Jansport Trail Wedge tent--

Guest		29-May-2007 18:11
Monte--Wonder if you could contact Steve "Lonewolf" Tailor--Am interested in buying his Jansport Trail Wedge tent--

Guest		29-May-2007 17:47
I still use my North Face wra-pak and Tuwallame ? tent-the rat bastards confiscated my 74' vintage Optimus 99 stove at the airport on my last trip to Utah-great site !

Kim		26-May-2007 00:34
I really enjoyed your retro pictures. I learned that my 502-5891 One Lunger is from the 60's. I just picked up an Optimus 111B at a garage sale for $3.00. looks to be in great shape. I also have a 413 E Clomeman stove. I was wondering if you knew what year they were made. Paid .50 cents at a garage sale. I used it last weekend camping and it worked great! Thanks for all the stove and lamp info! Kim

Guest		26-Apr-2007 03:29
Great gallery Monte! DD

1moremile		23-Apr-2007 23:53
A great, interesting, educational gallery. v.

Photohiker		12-Apr-2007 19:41
Looking at these photos - I can hear the crunch of snow under foot, carrying my wood ice axe on my first summit attempt with my Dad. Thanks for taking me back to my childhood - this gallery actually brings tears to my eyes!

Bart		01-Feb-2007 13:59
God I am old! I went to your site to see if I could find canisters for my Garcia Gaz camp stove. All of the equiptment on your site was the lastest and best equiptment out when I backbacked. I guess it has been longer than I care to remember.

Mottie		19-Jan-2007 17:11
Wanna hear something bizarre? I have a Jansport D3, and the plastic part at the top of the shoulder strap mysteriously came apart... while it was just sitting there in my garage.

Monte Dodge		04-Jan-2007 16:29
Yes Jason , Mail to montedodge@msn.com

sissy boy		31-Dec-2006 02:53
don't ask about the name... some awesome stuff! I hike with some guys who use those old sveas, they work as well as my new msr, and are thirty years old! anyone know where to find usable glasses like the Hillary pair? thanks for the neat site, I'll pass on the good word

Dan		23-Dec-2006 23:56
Pretty Cool site. I love the retro stuff and they sure dont make the new stuff like the old do they? I was wondering if you had any idea Where i could purchase Hank Roberts type LP cannisters for the Coleman 5101 lantern..or how i could make an adapter for the same lantern. I have been searching hi and low but haven't really come up with anything. Any input would be great. Thanks.

Guest		23-Dec-2006 06:18
Very nice collection and pics! I came across a Sears JC Higgins today and am doing a rebuild. Found your site because I didn't have any info. on the lantern. It's great collecting vintage stoves/lanterns and making them good again--plus they come in very handy camping, fishing, backingpacking, etc.

Switchback		17-Nov-2006 01:11
Now I wish I had kept a lot of my old gear. What a great collection. Keep collecting!

Charlie Jones		16-Nov-2006 21:57
Monte ... they don't make them like they used to! I have a picture of me the day that I started section-hiking the PCT at the Monument by the US/MEX Border in 1994, wearing HEAVY lug-soled boots and a Kelty frame-type backpack. I finished in August 2006 ... wearing the same boots (re-soled a few times, but the same boots) and the same Kelty frame-type pack. Thanks for sharing pictures of your "treasures," Charlie

Arnulf M. Elvevold		07-Sep-2006 18:43
A lot of gems here. Seems that you keep them very well, and most of the items will still do their job as long as you've got the back to carry them. Interesting, well presented gallery.

Guest		15-Aug-2006 17:50
nice site, very inspiring, I just bought 3 coleman stove for 20 $can, 2x421(425usa0 and 1x4M. bought 4 lanterns too. super stuff, god they knew how to make goofproof stuff that last! after 60yers, they all work great!

walter ameling		09-Aug-2006 03:22
great web site,have the same love for older camping gear,just purchased a propane stove,coleman 2 burner,you insert cartriges that have a needle the punctures gas cans(1 lb).need to know if these propane cans can still be purchased,need help

scott gabriel		14-Jul-2006 00:09
Great page, Monte. Thanks for the wonderful pics, which sent me reeling way back. My sooty Svea 123 and a battered Sigg fuel bottle are all that survived from my days in the hills....along with a pair of petrified Fabiano Montagne block boots. Much obliged.

Lanternboy		02-Mar-2006 17:33
Awesome!!!! My kind of stuff. I probably have over 1000 lanterns and stoves. I used to be able to buy 'em cheap up till about 10 years ago!

Dave Beedon		30-Jan-2006 06:07
Cool collection, Monte. I still have my two Svea (Optimus?) stoves, a North Face Unimog sleeping bag, a so-thin-it's-unusable Ensolite pad, a nylon-covered North Face open cell foam pad, and a few other items from the 1960s and 70s. My second pair of Raichle Rotondos just gave out last summer in Utah: the sole seam broke open on one of them (sad). Also have a pair of wingtip dress shoes that I had outfitted with Vibram soles back in 1968, possibly the first wingtips in Bellingham (and West Coast?) so configured. It's hard to let go of such treasures. Keep collecting!

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