Feuerhand Galvanized Lanterns

Originally, I intended to purchase DIETZ lanterns for each of my four grandsons...that is, UNTIL I learned they are Made in CHINA, Not in Germany, as I had thought. I will probably still purchase them but NOT the DIETZ brand.

Just got my Feuerhand yesterday in the mail and I cannot believe the quality of the workmanship. For its size it is very durable and does not rattle or show any loose parts. The the handle stays up on its own, as well as the lifting mechanism to allow easy lighting. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quality lantern.

My red Fuerhand is some serious quality, far exceeding anything else I've handled. My only complaint is it's size. It looks more a decoration than a serious tool for hard use (even though it's capable of being used hard). If they'd make lanterns Blizzard sized they'd put Dietz out of business.

Just got my Feuerhand today, and I am impressed. For it's small size, it is quite heavy, doesn't rattle at all (the handle will even stay up on it's own, and while the lifting mechanism is stiff, mine has not came crashing down yet. The light it puts out is good for the size, but I wouldn't recommend reading with it. I will be buying at least one more of these!

Wonderful lantern. I have several. I thought I would offer some assistance to the reviewer that was complaining because there were no instructions. operating instructions: Fill with kerosene. light with match. to turn off, blow it out. Safety instructions: Don't turn it over or drop it. Don't throw it. Don't place it in a baby's crib. Don't use the fuel to flavor meat. Don't drink the fuel. Don't touch the glass or chimney area as these will become hot. I know this thing is complicated, so if you still have doubts, you'd probably be better off using the light on your cell phone.

It arrived in a box and was well padded. It took several weeks from the time I placed the order online until I got it. I love the lantern, size, light, et cetera. The reason for three rather than 5 stars is I don't like the multi colored speckles it has (more than expected) or the time it took to get it; would have preferred plain black galvanized or just plain galvanized.

Well I'm experimenting with the hurricane lanterns. I have 1st purchased the Dietz-D lantern and found it kind of cheap, so I wanted to try this brand. These Feuerhand are just really only a little bit better than the cheaper Dietz D lanterns. The wick control knob is easier to turn with the key like knob instead of a small round adjustment rod the Dietz has. Feurehand wick knob was tighter fit and has a higher quality part. Seems as if the Dietz was very loose, too loose for my liking as the quality was lower. My only issue is this lantern is too small. Not enough light. The fuel tank is small and this smaller wick just isn't enough light. Go with a larger lantern!!!! I'm probably not going to stick with the Dietz-D lanterns, too cheaply made. I'm going to try the Champion Galvanized Lanterns (large) and see how that quality is. I would buy another Dietz D lantern again since its good enough and I can almost get 2 lanterns for the price of he Feurhand and Champion Galvanized Lanterns. I'm going to buy a Champion Galvanized Lanterns and give a review on that. Go with a larger lamp! The smaller lamps just are not enough light!

Received our beautiful Feuerhand in great condition and are looking forward to using it. My husband and I are lantern novices and since the lantern was sent without user instructions, we were a bit concerned about safe use, placement, wick and oil replacement, not to mention how to light it and how to blow it out. It would be good if some simple basic instructions were included with the Feuerhand for the lantern challenged users.

I was surprised that it did not come in a box, but it was well wrapped so I guess a box is not essential. However, I did expect an owner's manual or at least an instruction sheet. I have never used one of these! No safety instructions.

Very impressed with this lantern. It is more than just a pretty thing - it was a lifesaver when the power went out. We also use it when we barbecue or go camping. I prefer Feuerhand to Dietz - definitely more durable and made in Germany. Highly recommended.