Field Expedient Candle Lantern

[M35A2]

I made several of these a decade ago as a one-time expedient, and darn if they did not prove to be a heck of a lot more durable than I ever expected. Witness that, although dented, they are still going strong.

The lantern is made from a beverage can. First step, enjoy the beverage. Second step, cut off the top and open a window in front using a camp knife. Third, bend a handle from a wire clothes hangar. Last, add a candle.

If the candle is tippy, add a drywall screw through the bottom. It does not seem to matter what shape candle. A tall skinny candle will drip down and once the bottom is completely filled with wax, the candles last a very long time.

The cost is basically zero, and the utility is not bad. I suppose you could leave the top and window attached as flaps; if the flaps are closed then the lantern acts as more of a heater.

 

[CCFD170]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing.

 

[Mass_Mopar]

I like it.

 

[Bbasso]

I dig it!

 

[chet6.7]

Cool,I had some rudimentary thoughts on using a can instead of the UCO ,if I ever had to use a Palmer Furnace.

 

[randy h]

Thanks for posting this M35A2,

My favorite part of your post are the pics showing the wonderful contrast of the low tech basics of this light source hanging in front of the modern high tech gauges and switches.

 

[grogie]

That is awesome! I'd have to use cans from some special beers.

 

[M35A2]

Thanks for posting this M35A2,

My favorite part of your post are the pics showing the wonderful contrast of the low tech basics of this light source hanging in front of the modern high tech gauges and switches.

LOL, yes, you're right. It's all about diversity - old and new, fancy and simple - it all has a place and a role. Thanks!