Hi Tom,

Ive had a couple of the standard candle lamps (EW and REI branded) and what frequently happens is the little spring-loaded base hangs up in the tube as the candle burns, then it either loosens up and shoves a bunch of melted wax through the top opening and down the sides, or runs underneath the base onto the coil and out the side slot. Either way, it makes a mess.

I've fiddled a good deal (what else is there to do in a tent?) and haven't been able to completely eliminate the problem. I've tried making tea candle lanterns from aluminum juice cans with limited success, but I've not given up either.

I always wanted UCO to offer a lightweight mesh alternative to the glass, like Primus and Snowpeak do for their little backpacking butane lanterns. It's at least wind resistant.