Curator's Notes 

We thought this was a great shape for a camping pot until we learned of the design’s origin story and became even more obsessed. It became even more fascinating as an object and as functional camp-side storage and cookware. Originally used as a military design for its compact travel size, the lidded tin is now beloved by campers all over the world, and particularly in Japan where it can surprisingly cook up a vast majority of the local cuisine over a fire pit out in the wild - anything from curries and stews to ramen for one and even a loaf of milk bread! Also ideal for mountaineering as its sturdy enamel resists dents from hard impact. We can’t wait to incorporate this piece to our camp gear.

Camp Mess Tin Pot was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker 

Maker: Ambai

Designer: Makoto Koizumi

Specifications

Dimensions: 

Short:

With handle: 3.8” (w) x 7.5” (l) x 2.6” (h) or 96mm (w) x 190mm (l) x 66mm (h) 

Main body: 3.6" (w) x 5.9" (l) x 1.8" (h) or 92mm (w) x 151mm (l) x 45mm (h)

Lid: 3.8"(w) x 5.9" (l) x 0.8" (h) or 96mm (w) x 152mm (l) x 21mm (h)

Tall:

With handle: 3.8" (w) x 7.5" (l) x 3.5" (h) or 96mm (w) x 190mm (l) x 89mm (h)

Main body: 3.6" (w) x 5.9" (l) x 2.7" (h) or 92mm (w) x 151mm (l) x 68mm (h)

Lid: 3.8" (w) x 5.9" (l) x 0.8" (h) or 96mm (w) x 152mm (l) x 21mm (h)

Weight: 

Short: 12 oz or 345 g

Tall: 15 oz or 430 g

Materials:

Steel, Enamel

Details

• Made in Japan
• Includes a pot and lid
• Volume for Short: 540ml (filled with water)
• Volume for Tall: 800ml (filled with water)
  
• Enamel mess tins can be used with various heat sources such as alcohol burners, open fires or ovens.
• Made of enamel that is resistant to acid, it can be used for tomato dishes and dishes that include wine
• Ideal for mountaineering with its lightweight and durable features
• Features two side handles to hold when drinking broth
• Easy to clean and remove charcoal stains from fire by using hot water
• Can be used outdoors or indoors