The Optimus might be safer than propane, but it's not 100% safe . . . Mine has turned into a flaming molotov cocktail more than once . . . ----- Original Message ----- From: Woodsybill@aol.com To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2003 10:15 AM Subject: wick stove I have a single burner alcohol (wick) Optimus and it works great. Consider all pros and cons and the alcohol wick type is still the safest. It fits perfect in space aft of the sink in my 1975 M-17. A two burner would be nice but would need more space. Bill K