Thank you - I found the forum when I searched "Thermettes" on-line and your thread came up - I liked your test on the various kettle designs - especially the Kelly Kettle (which we have) We just came back from an Elk hunt and took the Thermette - the Kelly stayed home. There are disadvantages to all, but basically it (Thermette) does hold more water, it heats faster overall and you don't need 2 hands... However, we do have the ear of the manufacturer in New Zealand, and are talking about improvements... I would appreciate your thoughts when yours gets to you.