Excellent comparison video thanks for the heads up. I've been using my 7 inch cold handle skillet which is all I need to cook spam and eggs in the bush.
The firebox stained because it wasnt seasoned. So basically it started to season while cooking the burger. A real test should have been set both pans up the way they say to be used. I.E. Firebox needed to be seasoned first. But all in all good video. Also when I'm cooking in the woods I want my pan to use as little fuel as possible. The firebox gets to temp much faster using less fuel, fuel is everything when out in the woods. My pick is the firebox 100% The other pan warps as well as you saw. It will keep warping. So stepping on it is not a permanent fix.
This was great! I could tell you had a lot of fun with this! Man those are both lightweight pans but they sound pretty good. I really loved the added humor.
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Thanks for dropping by. I assume you are referring to the rounded sides and yes, in some cases that is a big plus in a skillet. It all depends on what and how you like to cook but I found this Firebox a worthy entrant into the market for sure!
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I have a small carbon steel wok that I use while camping. I've made some dang good Asian Fusion Tacos along with some fried rice.
Thanks for checking us out. In general I am a big fan of carbon steel and it is my preferred camping skillet. I think it is not a replacement for the light weight anodized aluminum when weight and ease of maintenance is a concern. I do however have a favorite camping carbon steel pan and did a video on it. The affiliate link to the pan is Amazon amzn.to/3S5psG8 Scheels alnk.to/3nfi81m You can see my review here th-cam.com/video/DZYLWkVBh3g/w-d-xo.htmlsi=IrbcPrP-CLam487J
Good reference video for anyone in the market! Now say this,...Now we will spray the pan, with Pam to cook the Spam! HAIL TO CARBON STEEL,....THE REAL CHAMPION!
I’m in the Uk and it seems it’s not possible to purchase the Fry bake here which is a shame, importing is way too expensive. I have both the large and small Firebox pans and I have been very happy with them. The Firebox plates nest perfectly with also handy.
I have heard the Fry-Bake doesn't make it across to the UK sadly as they are top notch gear. The Firebox stuff is nice as well and I use a lot of it, primarily focusing on their stuff made in the USA. They also have a very high level of customer service. Not being political but I do like to support our geopolitical allies, heck I even have a Dualit toaster! The Firebox pan really did perform very well though and was an easy recommendation. Did you season yours?
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I did I season mine but it’s wearing away gradually, I won’t bother re-seasoning them, I use a lot of anodised aluminium baking trays for home oven use and they work well as there are. I try to use non stick as little as possible but have the GSI pinnacle pan for omelettes etc. I think you are correct in you assumption that the FireBox pan is a GSI that hasn’t had the non stick surface applied, they identical part from that. Pinnacle pan is a good non stick though, very happy with that and I don’t use it on high heat. It’s always good to support one’s own country and manufacturers,I have a couple of spun steel pans made by Netherton Foundry here in the UK, they call them glamping pans as the handle can be removed and reversed for packing/travel and the Oak scales can also be removed from the handle for open fire use.
Those Netherten pans look really nice, I did a review of he OXO carbon pan a bit ago and really liked it as well as the GreenPan Clip non-stick series. The handle on the Netherten looks like it would be more solidly attached than either of my reviewed pans however. I appreciate you stopping by the channel!
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 You can purchase lids for them as well, I rarely use them at home but they are handy when camping as they help to keep food warm in the colder months. I’m going to suggest to Netherton Foundry they make a lid that is flat or slightly concave so coals can be placed on them.
For smaller companies like that importing ends up cheaper than buying from an importer anyway just takes a little longer. Even as expensive as they are I might get one though I would prefer a version with a bail and proper handle on the lid, would be much better for a buscraft setup since you wouldn't need a trivet.
Good question-since the Firebox was bowed to the bottom if I stepped on it there would be nothing to keep my weight from simply creating an opposite bow on the inside. With the Fry Bake I was pushing against the flat ground.
Great video! I have both Fry-bake pans and like them a lot. I did notice that I'm getting some chipping on the surface as a result of using my pot grippers, which surprises me. Have you tried the Pathfinder skillet? That one looks interesting, too.
Is it chipping or are you seeing some silver spots? I clean my normally with barkeepers friend and have not had any issues but I definately have with other anodized pans so sure can happen! I have not tried the Pathfinder gear at all but have seen their stuff on other folks videos. It looks like theirs is stainless steel which I normally avoid when camping due to cleanup effort and poor heat transfer unless it has an aluminum ply. Thanks for checking us out and see if Barkeepers friend powder helps-good luck!
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I guess so but you mentioned yourself the cost$ so when the light of this versus that cost is definitely a factor sometimes.
And it most likely cost more compared to the fire box plus the frybake is heaver compared to the fire box even though it comes from China a crap hole country il still go with fire box
For sure the Fry-Bake is more expensive, but paying for made in the USA is valuable for some. It is good that there are solid options for everyone, regardless of budget.
And it looks like it cleaned up nicely and the only why it's cooking faster is because you turned up the heat and your a fool the actual winner is fire box now witch would you want back packing 🧳 I want the lighter one and that is the fire box and it looks like you don't hike the back country looks like you car glamer camp and you never tried to fix the fire box like you did the other so the fire box wins
As I said, both of the pans were great and the Banks won because it is a system. I would not decline to carry either one. You are correct that my days of long hiking are behind me (as are a lot of things!) but I am far from a glamper and neither of those distracts from either pan and is irrelevant to the performance of the pans. The reason I didn't step on the Firebox was two-fold 1) Firebox doesn't recommend that and more importantly 2) since the Firebox was concave and curved outward from the pan I would have had to set it on the ground face down. Thus there is no support to keep my weight from simply changing it from concave to convex which would just change the issue, not correct it. At the end of the day either pan is a great choice and if you prefer the Firebox I think you will love it.
Excellent comparison video thanks for the heads up. I've been using my 7 inch cold handle skillet which is all I need to cook spam and eggs in the bush.
Thanks for dropping by the channel. 7 inch is a perfect size for me when I am solo, only ones I have are older cast iron though.
The firebox stained because it wasnt seasoned. So basically it started to season while cooking the burger. A real test should have been set both pans up the way they say to be used. I.E. Firebox needed to be seasoned first. But all in all good video. Also when I'm cooking in the woods I want my pan to use as little fuel as possible. The firebox gets to temp much faster using less fuel, fuel is everything when out in the woods. My pick is the firebox 100% The other pan warps as well as you saw. It will keep warping. So stepping on it is not a permanent fix.
Thanks for the comment and checking out the channel. Both are great pans and very low maintenance.
This was great! I could tell you had a lot of fun with this! Man those are both lightweight pans but they sound pretty good. I really loved the added humor.
We thought our first take was a bit dry, so we made some adjustments! Thanks for swinging by.
Hello my friend 👋 hope you are well 🌹Happy New Year 🌲 wish you all the best 🙏
It's a pleasure to visit such gorgeous sharing 👍excellent reference
Your video is so impressive! I'm happy to be here!
Thanks for showing us these fabulous views 😊 much appreciated 💯
Have a pleasant day ahead 🌹
God bless you and your family 🙏
See you again! Here is your friend Athir from Canada 🇨🇦
Love the Firebox pans.
They are a super option for sure.
Excellent comparison video!!!
Thanks for checking it out-this one was a fun one to do and I was really surprised by the Firebox pan.
Thanks for the video. What were the sizes of pans you used here?
These were the 10 inch pans. Thanks for dropping by and the comment.
thanks@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609
Firebox turns into a wok. I dont see this as a problem, in fact this is a plus lol.
Thanks for dropping by. I assume you are referring to the rounded sides and yes, in some cases that is a big plus in a skillet. It all depends on what and how you like to cook but I found this Firebox a worthy entrant into the market for sure!
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I was referring to the bottom of the skillet warping downward instead of upward.
@@AtomicBleach HAHAHA-now I am laughing out loud!
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I have a small carbon steel wok that I use while camping. I've made some dang good Asian Fusion Tacos along with some fried rice.
@@AtomicBleach Let me know when and where you are cooking again and I will be there!
What do you think of the Paderno carbon steel baking skillet/pan sold by Ben's Backwoods as an alternate to these?
Thanks for checking us out. In general I am a big fan of carbon steel and it is my preferred camping skillet.
I think it is not a replacement for the light weight anodized aluminum when weight and ease of maintenance is a concern.
I do however have a favorite camping carbon steel pan and did a video on it. The affiliate link to the pan is
Amazon amzn.to/3S5psG8
Scheels alnk.to/3nfi81m
You can see my review here th-cam.com/video/DZYLWkVBh3g/w-d-xo.htmlsi=IrbcPrP-CLam487J
Thanks!@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609
Good reference video for anyone in the market! Now say this,...Now we will spray the pan, with Pam to cook the Spam! HAIL TO CARBON STEEL,....THE REAL CHAMPION!
HAHAHAHHA-nice.
Sorry I have to comment again.
I saw one of the judges on the left behind the tree and one on the right under the fence.😜😍
Awesome video
Thanks Dave and thanks for dropping by
I’m in the Uk and it seems it’s not possible to purchase the Fry bake here which is a shame, importing is way too expensive.
I have both the large and small Firebox pans and I have been very happy with them. The Firebox plates nest perfectly with also handy.
I have heard the Fry-Bake doesn't make it across to the UK sadly as they are top notch gear. The Firebox stuff is nice as well and I use a lot of it, primarily focusing on their stuff made in the USA. They also have a very high level of customer service.
Not being political but I do like to support our geopolitical allies, heck I even have a Dualit toaster! The Firebox pan really did perform very well though and was an easy recommendation.
Did you season yours?
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I did I season mine but it’s wearing away gradually, I won’t bother re-seasoning them, I use a lot of anodised aluminium baking trays for home oven use and they work well as there are.
I try to use non stick as little as possible but have the GSI pinnacle pan for omelettes etc.
I think you are correct in you assumption that the FireBox pan is a GSI that hasn’t had the non stick surface applied, they identical part from that. Pinnacle pan is a good non stick though, very happy with that and I don’t use it on high heat. It’s always good to support one’s own country and manufacturers,I have a couple of spun steel pans made by Netherton Foundry here in the UK, they call them glamping pans as the handle can be removed and reversed for packing/travel and the Oak scales can also be removed from the handle for open fire use.
Those Netherten pans look really nice, I did a review of he OXO carbon pan a bit ago and really liked it as well as the GreenPan Clip non-stick series. The handle on the Netherten looks like it would be more solidly attached than either of my reviewed pans however.
I appreciate you stopping by the channel!
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 You can purchase lids for them as well, I rarely use them at home but they are handy when camping as they help to keep food warm in the colder months. I’m going to suggest to Netherton Foundry they make a lid that is flat or slightly concave so coals can be placed on them.
For smaller companies like that importing ends up cheaper than buying from an importer anyway just takes a little longer. Even as expensive as they are I might get one though I would prefer a version with a bail and proper handle on the lid, would be much better for a buscraft setup since you wouldn't need a trivet.
Why didn't you step on the Fire Box pan? 🤣
Good question-since the Firebox was bowed to the bottom if I stepped on it there would be nothing to keep my weight from simply creating an opposite bow on the inside. With the Fry Bake I was pushing against the flat ground.
Great video! I have both Fry-bake pans and like them a lot. I did notice that I'm getting some chipping on the surface as a result of using my pot grippers, which surprises me. Have you tried the Pathfinder skillet? That one looks interesting, too.
Is it chipping or are you seeing some silver spots? I clean my normally with barkeepers friend and have not had any issues but I definately have with other anodized pans so sure can happen!
I have not tried the Pathfinder gear at all but have seen their stuff on other folks videos. It looks like theirs is stainless steel which I normally avoid when camping due to cleanup effort and poor heat transfer unless it has an aluminum ply.
Thanks for checking us out and see if Barkeepers friend powder helps-good luck!
The banks's way to $$$.
It is all relative.
@@dickinaroundoutdoors8609 I guess so but you mentioned yourself the cost$ so when the light of this versus that cost is definitely a factor sometimes.
@@DS-md7jn Definitely a factor, I agree. For the money the Firebox is a great skillet and I would recommend it to anyone.
On the burger a slit char is what you want
I am not familiar-tell me more
And it most likely cost more compared to the fire box plus the frybake is heaver compared to the fire box even though it comes from China a crap hole country il still go with fire box
For sure the Fry-Bake is more expensive, but paying for made in the USA is valuable for some. It is good that there are solid options for everyone, regardless of budget.
And it looks like it cleaned up nicely and the only why it's cooking faster is because you turned up the heat and your a fool the actual winner is fire box now witch would you want back packing 🧳 I want the lighter one and that is the fire box and it looks like you don't hike the back country looks like you car glamer camp and you never tried to fix the fire box like you did the other so the fire box wins
As I said, both of the pans were great and the Banks won because it is a system. I would not decline to carry either one. You are correct that my days of long hiking are behind me (as are a lot of things!) but I am far from a glamper and neither of those distracts from either pan and is irrelevant to the performance of the pans. The reason I didn't step on the Firebox was two-fold 1) Firebox doesn't recommend that and more importantly 2) since the Firebox was concave and curved outward from the pan I would have had to set it on the ground face down. Thus there is no support to keep my weight from simply changing it from concave to convex which would just change the issue, not correct it.
At the end of the day either pan is a great choice and if you prefer the Firebox I think you will love it.