What Have You Bought Now!!!???

[AL...]

Great job on the fire steel Neil and aye Antler does honk when ye cut it lol.
Had my whole famley run out the house oncce and the folks above us wondered what had died in our kitchen .. Fun days!!! :D

Cheers
AL

[Kernowek Scouser]

Good work fella T^

[AdrianRose]

Not strictly Bushcraft but I've just scored a Manfrotto 785b tripod on evilbay for just £25

Happy as a pig in poop!

:)

Ade

[AL...]

Great find Ade They coust a fortune new!! no wonder yer well chuffed.

Cheers
AL

[FishyFolk]

Got myself a nice leather drawstring pouch with a buffalo horn closing toggle for less than 3£ on a certain auction website :-)

Have not got a clue what to use it for...but perhaps my fire kit will live in there, and then my spoon knife, whitling knife and opinel can live in my current leather bag as a whitling kit.
Thats an idea that ran trough my head as I sit here. The mora whitling knife and spoon knife is always left behind in the shed...they deserve to come outr and play too :-)

[Adam Savage]

A Litchfield Combat tent

Popped to the recycling centre, and they still had the combat 1 there. Got it home and unwrapped it, and amazingly, everything was present and correct except one of the guys. Even has the original pegs and bags. This one came in the not so fetching brown colour, rather than the desirable green, but it's still better than pink :p.

Fly on the right, pole bag in the middle, and carry bag on the left, with the inner underneath...

http://i1024.photobucket.com/albums/y304/crazysaint22/projects%20and%20equipment/IMG_0814.jpg

Contents of the pole bag, including peg bag, pegs, spacers, cowls, pole feet, guy line, and instructions...

http://i1024.photobucket.com/albums/y304/crazysaint22/projects%20and%20equipment/IMG_0815.jpg

Same price as you paid, £2. Will be getting her set up when I get a spare few minutes, and it stops raining lol.

[comanighttrain]

hehe...erection instructions?

[Kernowek Scouser]

You got to love a bargain, good find fella T^

[suggy]

The combat 2 was my first ever tent

I got bought another one when the original succumbed to the inner tent going mouldy,

I still have the flysheets, I cut the ends off them and use them as stealthy windbreaks / groundsheets.

good find !

[Adam Savage]

I wouldn't have bought it if Neil (Chubbs) hadn't bought his. It was mainly the nostalgic scents, that he referred to, that pushed me in that direction. Although, with this tent, it was more getting all the bits out of the bag, and remembering the good ol' days of ridge tents, before anyone ever cared about "hydrostatic head", or "geodesic" domes :)

[Chubbs]

Well done there mate, another excellent buy.

Cant wait to use mine, maybe when the weather is a little kinder to us all.

[Silverback]

Brand new boxed Crossman 1077 Kids/ plinking air rifle. 12g CO2 caplet powered, .177 calibre, 12 shot semi auto magazine fed, weighs 3.4 lbs ish. Also bought a Hawke red dot/reflex sight to go on top, tin of pellets and 10 caplets - £120 for the lot !

Perfect for teaching my lad how to shoot and with a cross bolt safety and magazine loading so in addition to the seven safe handling rules and principles of marksmanship we can even do load/unload, and stoppage drills with him.

gets 40 shots from one caplet shooting about 650/700 fps so an economical way of training before moving up to dads full size rifles :)

[JEEP]

2x 2117 of Sweden hooded sweatshirts, free product samples
Haglöfs Roc Legend Mid GT boots - not yet in stores
Haglöfs Lava 90 waterproof travel bag - not in stores either

[AdrianRose]

2x 2117 of Sweden hooded sweatshirts, free product samples
Haglöfs Roc Legend Mid GT boots - not yet in stores
Haglöfs Lava 90 waterproof travel bag - not in stores either

You lucky, lucky b@5t@rd!! I love Haglofs gear.

My favourite 'shrafting trousers are a pair of Haglofs Rugged Mountain Pants.

Ade.

[FishyFolk]

1600 Lumens Adjustable Focus 5-Modes CREE XML XM-L T6 LED Aluminum Flashlight Torch Light
+ AC Charger
+2x 3000mAh 18650 Battery
Can use 3x AAA or 1x18650 battery

Bought another a few days ago, but that one have a huge head, so got my doubts wether I would actually bother carrying it.
And this one has a zoom power functiion and can use AAA batteries in a pinch...

[comanighttrain]

Snugpak Response Pak

seen it was £15 and want to experiment with waist packs. Now lets see how much I can cram into it....

[Chubbs]

Two Polish sleeping mats from Military Mart at £15.99 each

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Polish-army-Sleeping-mat-camp-bushcraft-hammock-insulated-mattress-shooting-mat-/251116337329?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Hunting_ShootingS ports_ET&hash=item3a77b338b1

Will be used in conjunction with the two Czech bed rolls I have already bought to make two of these

http://ww.w.militarymart.co.uk/index.php?_a=product&product_id=1892

If anybody wants one, they do have them in stock on their Ebay site.

[Kernowek Scouser]

Two Polish sleeping mats from Military Mart at £15.99 each

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Polish-army-Sleeping-mat-camp-bushcraft-hammock-insulated-mattress-shooting-mat-/251116337329?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Hunting_ShootingS ports_ET&hash=item3a77b338b1

Will be used in conjunction with the two Czech bed rolls I have already bought to make two of these

http://ww.w.militarymart.co.uk/index.php?_a=product&product_id=1892

If anybody wants one, they do have them in stock on their Ebay site.

I got one of these sleep mats a while back and they are really comfortable :D

The only downside to them is they are as heavy as a small, fat child and about as easy to lash to the bottom of your pack:eek:

[AL...]

I got one of these sleep mats a while back and they are really comfortable :D

The only downside to them is they are as heavy as a small, fat child and about as easy to lash to the bottom of your pack:eek:

LOL

Cheers
AL

[JEEP]

Leatherman Rebar; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Rebar
Leatherman Removable Bit Driver; http://www.leatherman.com/accessories/product/Removable_Bit_Driver

[NeedABrew]

http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?3327-Air-rifle-for-sale&highlight=rifle <How do I shorten these links into something more readable?>

Just arrived today with perfect packaging along with a Hawke nitrogen charged, red illuminated scope, 3-10 x 44 ir Nite eye.

Removal of old varnish and subsequent few coatings of tung oil have been expertly carried out and have produced a very nice finish to the beech stock.

Work commitments sadly mean that I won't be zeroing the sights until tomorrow afternoon at the earliest but that just gives me something to look forward to!

Many thanks to JonnyP for an easy, pleasant, and professional transaction :-D

[JonnyP]

http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?3327-Air-rifle-for-sale&highlight=rifle <How do I shorten these links into something more readable?>

Just arrived today with perfect packaging along with a Hawke nitrogen charged, red illuminated scope, 3-10 x 44 ir Nite eye.

Removal of old varnish and subsequent few coatings of tung oil have been expertly carried out and have produced a very nice finish to the beech stock.

Work commitments sadly mean that I won't be zeroing the sights until tomorrow afternoon at the earliest but that just gives me something to look forward to!

Many thanks to JonnyP for an easy, pleasant, and professional transaction :-D

Glad you like it Ed :0) You may need to re-oil it from time to time, but it was definitely worth the hassle of getting the varnish/cack off they painted on it, to oil it up and reveal the wood better.. May it bring you many bunnies..

[Sar-ian]

Hi folks, I've just bought an ops tactical vest of evil bay. I know, serves me right, but when you live in wigan and the rain never stops, I got bored... Anyway it was cheap enough at £5.51 plus a £5 p&p. It arrived this morning, and wow what a piece of kit.... The vest its self is fully adjustable and being a rather portly guy I've got it to fit perfect. Theres loads of pouches, and I'm gonna transfere my grab bag stuff into/onto it, and as a bonus I can attach a begen side pouch onto the back when extra room, or additional gear is needed...... Happy craftin' and see you all on the other side (lol private joke).........

[JEEP]

Leatherman Rebar; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Rebar
Leatherman Removable Bit Driver; http://www.leatherman.com/accessories/product/Removable_Bit_Driver

And back to the supplier it goes (probably together with the other Rebars we have at the shop). The overall design and materials of this tool is everything you can expect from a Leatherman, but the assembly/craftsmanship leaves a lot to be desired.

Edit: I have just heard from Leatherman; according to them, we must have gotten a bad batch at the store. The tools have now been shipped back to them. I really hope the replacements are a lot better...

[AdrianRose]

Hi folks, I've just bought an ops tactical vest of evil bay. I know, serves me right, but when you live in wigan and the rain never stops, I got bored... Anyway it was cheap enough at £5.51 plus a £5 p&p. It arrived this morning, and wow what a piece of kit.... The vest its self is fully adjustable and being a rather portly guy I've got it to fit perfect. Theres loads of pouches, and I'm gonna transfere my grab bag stuff into/onto it, and as a bonus I can attach a begen side pouch onto the back when extra room, or additional gear is needed...... Happy craftin' and see you all on the other side (lol private joke).........

You got any photos buddy?

Ade.

[Jefferson]

Hi all :D I have just recenly bought my self a Sawyer squeeze water filtration system and it's great!! i have also managed my GF to buy me a vango banshe 200 for my birthday so i will look foward to recieving that very soon.

Dave. :campfire:

[JEEP]

100 m roll of green paracord

[paulthefish2009]

Emergency phone charger/led torch.

[Chubbs]

Picked up one of these billy cans as they seemed a great price and it had a stunning review

http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?4000-A-video-review-of-a-new-billycan-setup

I picked it up for a tenner including P&P from here

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251132828114?var=550169049378&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

Grab one quick before they sell out.

Cheers Neil

[comanighttrain]

20L inov-8 running backpack for my UL middle season kit

[dannyreid1978]

Picked up one of these billy cans as they seemed a great price and it had a stunning review

http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?4000-A-video-review-of-a-new-billycan-setup

I picked it up for a tenner including P&P from here

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251132828114?var=550169049378&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

Grab one quick before they sell out.

Cheers Neil

You'll enjoy it, I love mine I take it every time I'm going for a wander in the woods!

Danny

[Chubbs]

Thanks for letting us know about it mate. The pan isn't even scratched, it just seems to have a line across it. Well worth the money.

Cheers Neil

[JEEP]

NEXTORCH TA3 550 lumens flashlight; http://www.nextorch.com/en/flashlights/tactical-series/TA3/
NEXTORCH NTR123A rechargable batteries and charger; http://www.nextorch.com/en/accessories/charger/NTR123A-Set/
2x classic Leatherman Standard Leather Sheath; http://www.leatherman.com/accessories/product/Standard_Leather_Sheath_V

[Jefferson]

Just got my self a brand new sea to summit xl bowl and a spork cheap from a friend.. also got my self a couple of carabiners ready for the arrival of my new hammock (when i finally find a hennessy for the right price).. also got my self plenty of ration packs which my friend had spare.

[comanighttrain]

New PLCE Self Locking Utility Straps IRR Treated with plastic buckle

http://www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/camping-equipment/spares-accessories/new-plce-self-locking-utility-507732.html

So very, very useful....

[FishyFolk]

Basic FAK containing some band aids, alcohol wipes, scissors, tape, bandages, etc. Just gonna add a few items from the pharmacy + one of my old Norwegian army pressure bandages, shemagh etc to that and a much needed restocking of my FAK should be complete...

[JEEP]

Classic tweed patch cap; http://www.effektlageret.dk/de/product/mjm-country-patch-green-cap-5704/

[JEEP]

Green limited edition Leatherman Style CS; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Style_CS
Leatherman Monarch 300 LED torch (discontinued); http://www.leatherman.com/products/product.asp?id=78&f=18&c=4
Columbia black Flexfit cap (free product sample)

[FishyFolk]

Olive drab shemagh
Old style Norwegian army canteen with mug
100 ft of 7 strand 550 paracord
Paracord bracelet
Pocket First Aid kit
Snow gaiters for the todler :-)

[alvino78]

Olive drab shemagh
Old style Norwegian army canteen with mug
100 ft of 7 strand 550 paracord
Paracord bracelet
Pocket First Aid kit
Snow gaiters for the todler :-)
i hope by todler you mean small child? i bet it would be hard work explaining child shape disappearance lol!!!

[FishyFolk]

i hope by todler you mean small child? i bet it would be hard work explaining child shape disappearance lol!!!

Yea I meant the 2 year old :-)

[JEEP]

Leatherman Crunch; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Crunch - I have always wanted to try one out

[FishyFolk]

Leatherman Crunch; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Crunch - I have always wanted to try one out

Me too, but could never justify the expense :-)

[JEEP]

Me too, but could never justify the expense :-)

It is quite awesome. I would never carry it as my main multi tool, but as a secondary tool, for going tool heavy, I will definitely carry it in my pack/possibles pouch.

[Jefferson]

Hennessy Explorer Deluxe A-Sym Hammock with snake skins and tree huggers

[biker-bri]

10 meters of lightweight rip stop nylon at a £1.00 mtr enough for 2 underquilt,s and a large piece of acrylic fleece big enough for an extra layer to be added to my Czech army bed roll.
Going to make one autumn and one winter quilt I will then be able to combine the two - to form a kind of cocoon style sleeping system that's the plan anyway
Cheers Bri

[FishyFolk]

Army jungle hammock from Tony
4 x 3800 mah 18650 batteries
12 rechargeable AA batteries
12 rechargeable AAA batrteries
Speed charger for aa and AAA batteries
Extension tube for the Ultrafire c8 T6 1300 lumen flashlight

And to bribe swmbo....a purse...anything for the peace of the house...

[AdrianRose]

10 meters of lightweight rip stop nylon at a £1.00 mtr enough for 2 underquilt,s and a large piece of acrylic fleece big enough for an extra layer to be added to my Czech army bed roll.
Going to make one autumn and one winter quilt I will then be able to combine the two - to form a kind of cocoon style sleeping system that's the plan anyway
Cheers Bri

Let me know how that works out please. Also some pictures would be great too please.

Ade.

[fish]

just ordered a custom woodsman xdouble from ukhammocks,a woodsman x double for mrs fish and 3 woodsman scouts for the boys and one custom woodsman scout for my oldest. 2 dd tarps and cammo tarps for the boys.

[JEEP]

Trekmates BAIML Soft Shell Jackets; http://www.trekmates.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=248

[biker-bri]

Let me know how that works out please. Also some pictures would be great too please.

Ade.
Will Do Ade, everything we bought was at the cheep end of the price range i.e. the ripstop is un coated and I doubt that the acrylic fleece is as warm as polartec but who cares if it works, "it works"
Still trying to make my mind up about the fill for the quilt? needs to be light weight and cheep any ideas anyone ???? Cheers Bri

[JEEP]

Gerber stainless steel insulated car mugg
Gerber stainless steel water bottle
Gerber stoneware mugg (huge)

Free loot... umm... promotional gifts...

[Jefferson]

Just had a pay raise at work so thought id do a bit of shopping
A pair a whoopie slings..
a North Ridge soft shell jacket
some Berghaus gore-tex trousers
SOG Field pup II
LED Lenser p7 with pressure switch and scope mount
a set of coloured filters for the LED lenser can be used on both my P7 and M7

and a continuity tester and a new set of files on the works budget :D

[Silverback]

Still trying to make my mind up about the fill for the quilt? needs to be light weight and cheep any ideas anyone ????

couple of old feather and down pillows ?

[biker-bri]

couple of old feather and down pillows ?
A damn good idea mate BUT as I was in dunelm mill this afternoon and they were selling 10.5 tog quilts for 12 quid so I went and bought one, its light,ish cheep and will quicken up the job no end ( that is if I can get the misses to do the sewing :evilgrin:)
Cheers Bri

[JEEP]

Pinewood Lappmark trousers; http://www.pinewood.se/dk/prod.asp?prodId=266

[FishyFolk]

A couple of heavy duty carbine hooks with lock nut for when Tony's hammock arrives...

[TreeCamper]

Getting ready for my first Proper Bushcraft Knife to arrive I bought a Falkniven DC4 sharpening stone.

Why do they call it a Whetstone and then say don't use any water?

TC

[Kernowek Scouser]

Alpkit Gamma (http://www.alpkit.com/gamma) - multifunction LED head torch

5384

I've been after a 'decent' head torch for a while, saw this, liked the look of it and decided to get one. It arrived in the post yesterday and I had an opportunity to try it out in the early hours of this morning, when I decided to go for a nocturnal wander in a little wooded river valley, near where I live.

Here is a little review for your delectation.

This torch has five lights on it, one main light (1W), one small white light, one small red light and one small green light, all on the main front housing (and all 5mm) and one long thin red light on the rear housing (which you pop the batteries into).

The main light is very bright and the field of illumination was quite wide, it illuminated most of the wood when I got there (but it is only a little wood) and there was no danger of me tripping over a wall, tangling my feet in dead fall or falling into the stream. The field of illumination seemed a fair bit greater than what I'm used to with my existing Bushcraftland head torch, which in some scenarios e.g. when you don't want the world and his wife to know what you are up to, may be a bit problematic. But, the main light does have a lower brightness setting (and a strobe setting if you are up for a disco). Or you could opt for the smaller white light which is still quite bright, but the field of illumination is much, much narrower and you are less likely to be mistaken for ET's Mum and Dad parking up to pick up their nipper.


The green light is very handy, same field of illumination as the smaller white light and ideal for looking at a map and being able to read (and erm occasionally ignore) KEEP OUT signs. I also found the green light was a lot less harsh an experience for my eyes, trying to cope with differing lighting conditions.


I was not quite as impressed with the red light. To my eyes, it had the smallest field of illumination. I could make out what it was pointed at, but the detail was not as clear as with the green light. And, the transition between what could be seen and what could not was rather abrupt as opposed to being a bit more gradual with the other lights. But having said all that, it was the least harsh on my eyes.

The red light on the battery housing, which for folks unfamiliar with this bit of kit, sits on the back of your head when you are wearing it, is very nice touch. You can chose between either static or strobe settings, which when you are walking along a dark country road, is not a bad thing at all.


All in all, a cracking bit of kit. I am very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend this light to anyone in the market for a new one.


Cheers,

Colin



Disclaimer: I am in no way associated with the manufacturer of this product, nor any retailer who may stock it.

[Martin]

I've had one of these for a couple of years and it is, without doubt, my favourite head torch. Battery life is excellent too. Mine is in a very fetching shade of pink too. :D

Martin

[Silverback]

Another vote for the Gamma...and I see many many more..... usually on the helmets and heads of MRT /SAR personnel so it cant be a bad bit of kit

[Kernowek Scouser]

I've had one of these for a couple of years and it is, without doubt, my favourite head torch. Battery life is excellent too. Mine is in a very fetching shade of pink too. :D

Martin Maybe it matches your eyes?

You are a braver man than me, mine is black with a cammo strap.


Another vote for the Gamma...and I see many many more..... usually on the helmets and heads of MRT /SAR personnel so it cant be a bad bit of kit
... and you can pick them up for £15, good bit of kit at a very reasonable price ;)

[Silverback]

... and you can pick them up for £15, good bit of kit at a very reasonable price ;)

had mine for 5 years before it broke.... on a per annum basis you cant beat the value for money even without the amount of use I gave it

[Kernowek Scouser]

had mine for 5 years before it broke.... on a per annum basis you cant beat the value for money even without the amount of use I gave it It sounds like you definitely got your money's worth, if mine lasts half as long, I'll not complain.

The main cause of expiration of my many bushcraftland (and similar, slightly more expensive) head torches has been over use in rain.

How did you find this torch coped with wet conditions?

[Silverback]

It sounds like you definitely got your money's worth, if mine lasts half as long, I'll not complain.

The main cause of expiration of my many bushcraftland (and similar, slightly more expensive) head torches has been over use in rain.

How did you find this torch coped with wet conditions?

Very, very well from the Peak District to the Lakes in howling gales, snow and torrential rain, not one problem. It had exposure to driving rain for 8 + hours at a time - lets face it generally MR call outs arent in nice weather ;)

[Kernowek Scouser]

Very, very well from the Peak District to the Lakes in howling gales, snow and torrential rain, not one problem. It had exposure to driving rain for 8 + hours at a time - lets face it generally MR call outs arent in nice weather ;) Cheers fella :D

I will see how it copes with Cornish mizzle soon enough.

[Silverback]

Cheers fella :D

I will see how it copes with Cornish mizzle soon enough.

copes with Dartmoor and Cornwall very well I should think half the guys I know down there have them ;)

[ADz]

Uniqlo Down Filled Light Weight Puffer Jacket - 300g with stuff sack. £30
Platypus 2ltr bladder £6
Nalgene Wide Mouth Collapsible Cantene - 32 oz £5
Coghlans Folding campfire grill 32 x 17 cm £6
Highlander Outdoor Seat Back Support £10

[JEEP]

Limited Edition Leatherman Fuse Black Camo in Realtree Hardwoods w. camo sheeath; http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-831391-Multi-Tool-black/dp/B0054EU2QY/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1347897907&sr=1-1&keywords=leatherman+fuse+camo
Leatherman Bit Kit; http://www.leatherman.com/accessories/product/Bit_Kit
Powertraveller Powermonkey Discovery; https://powertraveller.com/iwantsome/arrivingsoon/powermonkeydiscovery/
Grilliput FireBowl; http://www.amazon.co.uk/Grilliput-Fire-Bowl/dp/B0015L5GOI

[Adam Savage]

Grilliput FireBowl; http://www.amazon.co.uk/Grilliput-Fire-Bowl/dp/B0015L5GOI

I have a vegetable steamer that looks exactly the same as that fire bowl, except having perforated leaves. It cost me £3.50 from a local store. Still trying to decide whether to use it as a fire bowl, or for it's original purpose.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41yjWpfNkRL._SS500_.jpg

[AL...]

I Have the same thing I use on the bottom of my wee wood burner. It works great dont even singe the grass.
Whole thing coust about 6 quid to make :)

Here it is ( I hope)

Cheers
AL

[Adam Savage]

I have one of those utensil holders too, but haven't got round to cutting the feed opening yet. Managed to get that bit from a charity shop for £1, bargain :)

[TreeCamper]

I have a vegetable steamer that looks exactly the same as that fire bowl, except having perforated leaves. It cost me £3.50 from a local store. Still trying to decide whether to use it as a fire bowl, or for it's original purpose.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41yjWpfNkRL._SS500_.jpg
Keep it for the Dutch/Camp Oven mate. Very handy.

[AL...]

Thats the only stove I use . I can use the meths burner init as well as hexiblocks (I kept the cut out to use as a platform. with a couple of cut down tent pegs to rest it on) Im well happy with it.
Sorry gone a wee bit off topic there . will shup now :)

Cheers
AL

[Adam Savage]

Keep it for the Dutch/Camp Oven mate. Very handy.

Good idea mate. never thought of using it with the dutchie.


Thats the only stove I use . I can use the meths burner init as well as hexiblocks (I kept the cut out to use as a platform. with a couple of cut down tent pegs to rest it on) Im well happy with it.
Sorry gone a wee bit off topic there . will shup now :)

Cheers
AL

Well thought out and put together AL.

Back to topic...
Put an order in for a new 8' x 12' workshop, as my current work area is getting too full of specialist tools...time to expand :D

[dave budd]

the workshop will never be big enough! My main workshop is twice the size of any previous ones I've had and I still find myself building extenions on to every side!

also, on the theme of 'just bought', though nt terribly bushcrafty. Today I bought a large compressor and a pneumatic planishing hammer :) I'm sure I'll find something bushcrafty to makw with them ;)

[Adam Savage]

the workshop will never be big enough! My main workshop is twice the size of any previous ones I've had and I still find myself building extenions on to every side!

Very true. I have two small sheds and a single garage I'm working out of at the moment, plus the forge outside, under a shelter lol.


also, on the theme of 'just bought', though nt terribly bushcrafty. Today I bought a large compressor and a pneumatic planishing hammer :) I'm sure I'll find something bushcrafty to makw with them ;)

I'll be eagerly awaiting the forthcoming products. If you ever get a major failure in the air reservoir, strip the motor out and sell it. You'll get more for an induction motor (especially a big hp one), than you would for a compressor for parts.

[FishyFolk]

Dovrefjell Fjellman Classic hunting trousers...thats a pair of your average green, water proof and breathable (I beleive that when I see it) trousers that I hopewill stand the test of muck...and some snow.
Anyway, paid 80£ for them. That is the wife paid, as they where a birthday pressent :-)

I think I can develop a fondness for that lady if I am not carefull :);)

[JEEP]

Got a package from Fish today, containing a BEAUTIFUL antler stash pot; http://www.flickr.com/photos/9228131@N07/7845531328/in/photostream and an extra suprise; a hand turned whistle; http://www.flickr.com/photos/9228131@N07/7614340466/in/photostream (the middle one). Both items are superbly crafted - and the sound of the whistle is so crisp! Awesome!
:jumping-joy:

We also got the replacement Rebars from Leatherman, including mine. Much better now. The ones we initially got must have been a bad (very bad) run; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Rebar

And, I also gifted myself with a limited edition woodland camo Victorinox Classic SD; http://www.victorinox.com/ch/product/Swiss-Army-Knives/Category/Classic/Classic-Range-58-mm/Classic-camouflage/0.6223.94

[Tigger004]

Another hammock from Tenth wonder (I would recommend them) regular sized one this time for home use on my stand or recreational outings (always use XL version for sleeping),
oh and another meths stove (whitebox duo - gets good reviews)
oh and "The Ultimate Hang: An Illustrated Guide To Hammock Camping"
Must stop making and ordering stoves and other stuff, the loft won't take much more.... lol

[fish]

Got a package from Fish today, containing a BEAUTIFUL antler stash pot; http://www.flickr.com/photos/9228131@N07/7845531328/in/photostream and an extra suprise; a hand turned whistle; http://www.flickr.com/photos/9228131@N07/7614340466/in/photostream (the middle one). Both items are superbly crafted - and the sound of the whistle is so crisp! Awesome!


glad your happy with them mate,the whistle is turned from lemonwood,have you annoyed everyone with it yet? lol

[JEEP]

glad your happy with them mate,the whistle is turned from lemonwood,have you annoyed everyone with it yet? lol

Only Maria. Though, as an ex-sailor, she is rather fond of the sound actually :)

[JEEP]

Leatherman Squirt PS4, black; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Squirt_PS4

[Silverback]

Got a lovely knife this morning from savage bushcraft Hessian micarta scales on a 12c37 blade in a kydex sheath fits lovely in the hand and is superbly balanced shaving sharp too. Thanks Adam!!

Also today I was given a surplus DPM army issue northern ireland daysack and a multicam grab bag by a mate

[FishyFolk]

Dovrefjell Fjellman Classic hunting trousers...thats a pair of your average green, water proof and breathable (I beleive that when I see it) trousers that I hopewill stand the test of muck...and some snow.
Anyway, paid 80£ for them. That is the wife paid, as they where a birthday pressent :-)

I think I can develop a fondness for that lady if I am not carefull :);)

Thise pants did their job. Wading trough thick grass up to my hips this morning and I was dry as toast. Both inside and out. But we'll see when they have bveen used for a while, and run trough the washing machine a few times...

[JEEP]

NOS Leatherman PST II - new in packaging. Now to decide whether to keep it as a collectible or to break it out and play with it.

[Jason]

3Ltr Camelback Thermoback.......

[JEEP]

NOS Leatherman PST II - new in packaging. Now to decide whether to keep it as a collectible or to break it out and play with it.

Upon discovering that the tool had several small spots of rust, I decided to take it out of the blister pack. Fortunally the rust was only superficial and could be removed with a little Autosol. It's a date code 0403 (april 2003), så really not that collectible, even in packaging. It's a really nice tool btw, I might make it my EDC.

[FishyFolk]

My new FAK arrived. Nice little bag, with not so much content. Came with a couple of bandages, band aids, trinagular bandage, scissors, tweezers etc. Mostly bought it for the pouch. Filled it to bursting with stuff I had laying about,
like my old Norwegian army issue pressure bandage, gaffa tape, super glue, paracetamol, martins bandage, burn cream, sports tape, compeed, wound clossure strips, etc...had all that loose in a pocket in the molle bag...but better organized in a separate pouch that I stuff in that pocket...also small enough to go in a jacket pocket if need be.

Best of all....saved 15£ compared to what a simillar FAK retail for here....with the same dismal content...

[RobbC]

My first car!! :D 57 plate renault clio :D

Robb

[Hathor]

Malaysian parang, something very similar to this...

https://plus.google.com/photos/103233270262875761893/albums/5772746384733740129?banner=pwa&gpsrc=pwrd1#photos/103233270262875761893/albums/5786115795677067217

Lovely feel in the hand, super balance. Photos really do not do justice to it.

[Hathor]

Ah, that link goes to the home page. Click on 'albums' and you get there (no connetion to seller, etc.)

[Primerib]

Just ordered this sleeping bag/sniper bag from the german army as a hunting warm bag. Especially good as it has the extra tough rubber coated outer liner and can be zipped in two. The price was also a must have for first pick quality. I'm really excited and can't wait 'til it arrives. Will test it thorougly for 6 days in november out hunting. It will have to prove it's quality then.
5471

[Basha72]

Bought a cheap solar spark £2:59 works well from e bay, decided to get another for my lad ;-)

Managed to get the Aussie water bottle & cooker pouch for £8 of e bay also

Bought a few plant books of amazon for 1p plus postage so not too bad deals on them

Dave

[JEEP]

Smartwool Men's PhD HyFi Full Zip Hoody, black; http://www.smartwool.com/m-s-phd-hyfi-full-zip-hoody-12.html
Elka classic thermo jacket, olive green; http://www.effektlageret.dk/de/product/elka-termojakke-5745/
New sheath for my Leatherman Juice; http://www.leatherman.com/accessories/product/Juice_Leather_Sheath

[JEEP]

Puma IP Grizzly Stag; http://www.pumaknives.de/dispitem_122.php?item_no=890008 - this knife is an absolute monster! Bordering to the ridiculous really. But, somehow, I really like it,
Led Lenser P3 AFS P; http://www.zweibrueder.com/ENG/produkte/html_highperformance/html_Pserie/p3-afs-p.php?id=p3afsp
Wool Buff, black; http://www.buffwear.com/buff-headwear/wool-buff/black-[wool-buff]-33007

[ADz]

Optimus Crux Weekend HE Cook System
http://www.optimusstoves.com/seen/optimus-products/products/katadynshopconnect/optimus-outdoor-kocher/optimus-crux-weekend-he-kochsystem/

Wanted this as a even lighter, more compact alternative to my Trangia 27-6.

[JEEP]

Custom sheath for my Leatherman Wave; https://www.etsy.com/transaction/95834843 (the dark brown tooled one on the second photo). I can highly recommed NAY Custom Leather, their work is excellent!

Vintage Leatherman leather sheath for my PST II; http://www.ebay.com/itm/360463747177?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

[Sar-ian]

Been on the dreaded flea-bay again, got myself a pine blanket box and it's just big enough to fit my bergen, spare side pouches, ops vest, and a few other bits and bobs. At some point I'll add some rope handles, and a bit of artwork, all for the princely sum of £6.50 plus £3 fuel, RESULT......

[Basha72]

5495

[ATTACH=CONFIG]5495A few things of e bay & amazon

[Silverback]

DD frontline hammock hardly used as new £20 :-D

[f0rm4t]

DD frontline hammock hardly used as new £20 :-D

SOLD!
How do you want paying champ?

[Silverback]

SOLD!
How do you want paying champ?

Sorry I think you misunderstood me its what I have bought. If I was selling one it would be in a for sale thread with the usual disclaimer

[Adam Savage]

SOLD!
How do you want paying champ?

Keep an eye on the DD seconds page (CLICK HERE (http://www.ddhammocks.com/products/seconds)). They don't have any seconds at the moment, but when they get some, they will be added to this page. The Hammocks normally sell for £25 or there abouts, with only minor faults, such as only one zip, messy stitching, tear-repair, or missing mozzie net loop :)

[f0rm4t]

Sorry I think you misunderstood me its what I have bought. If I was selling one it would be in a for sale thread with the usual disclaimer

Don't care, you've sold it to me now! ;)

[f0rm4t]

...for clarity, I was taking the proverbial!

You'll love it!
First thing I did was cut the lines down, and use some climbing grade carabiners and some 25mm strap halved and knotted at 1-2' spaces ...all off of ebay for next to nount.
I do fancy the whoopie system too, at some point.

[Silverback]

...for clarity, I was taking the proverbial!

You'll love it!
First thing I did was cut the lines down, and use some climbing grade carabiners and some 25mm strap halved and knotted at 1-2' spaces ...all off of ebay for next to nount.
I do fancy the whoopie system too, at some point.

Yes I already use climbing tat for my rigging kit

[Johnnyboy1971]

Decided to treat myself and bought
Jervens bag
Parachute
Altberg boots
And some new boot laces for my old boots.

Now then what can i have next week.

[FishyFolk]

Decided to treat myself and bought
Jervens bag
Parachute
Altberg boots
And some new boot laces for my old boots.

Now then what can i have next week.

What jerven bag did you get?

[Johnnyboy1971]

After much deliberation i opted for the Thermo Hunter.
Decided the others were too big for my needs.

[FishyFolk]

After much deliberation i opted for the Thermo Hunter.
Decided the others were too big for my needs.

Good choice, it should be excellent for your neck of the woods. I have had the same for many years, and used it over half the globe.
So that is a buy you will not regret :-)

[f0rm4t]

10 x Mini Carabiner Clip
£3.79

A Walk in the Woods - Bill Bryson
£2.49

Outdoor Picnic Gas Burner Portable Camping mini Stove
£4.47

8mm Fire Steel
£1.74

Multimat Camper Compact 25 Self Inflating Mat
£22 (I was in a rush!)

[comanighttrain]

After much deliberation i opted for the Thermo Hunter.
Decided the others were too big for my needs.

Let us know how you get on Johnny! Thinking of one for myself!

[Johnnyboy1971]

Will be useing it this weekend so will give my thoughts if i survive the weekend.
Just looking now at a Laavu.

[FishyFolk]

How to you intend to use it? Use it wrong and the experience won't be so very good.

[JEEP]

Leatherman Style CS, red, in Leatherman gift tin; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Style_CS - the tool will go in my fishing gear and the tin will make an excellent tinder tin

[Reaps72]

New softshell for the coming winter!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/320944249876?var=510071763386&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_3262wt_1153

The shop is regatta's seconds outlet! The one I got is in perfect nick!

[barnes3126]

I had to do the past 3 months recuperation from hip surgery. I planned during this time to refine my cooking kit to include a method to dry bake bread and generally do a complete revamp to lighten my load. Not that I hike very far at all, in fact most all my adventures involve a boat or canoe. Anyway I read volumes about pots, pans, stoves, etc. Well, I fell in love with almost everyone. I know have at least 5 canister stoves, 2 sterno, 3 wood stoves and at least 10 Alcohol stoves with at least 6 pot stands, not to mention more pots than a well stocked restaurant kitchen. I fall in love with this equipment far too easily. Now it is time to cull the excess. I think the JetBoil, one other canister, 2 alcohol Trangias for long trips and one wood burner for backup will do. I wish it did not cost so much to get a Honey Stove over here. I am trying to get Mikhail at Emberlit to send a 5th side panel and a pentagon cut bottom, maybe if he catches up with back orders he comply.

[FishyFolk]

Storm lighter for the S.H.T.F fire kit.
A pair of 11 in 1 Multifunction Multi Credit Card Survival Knife Camping Tools (only the gods knows what the h.... they are usable for...)
A sling for my nalgene bottle bag.
Soldering iron and tin wire

[FishyFolk]

Some of you have seen that small wooden bowl I have used in some of my videos for a brew, i.e my fish soup.
That one has been phased out as it deveopped a crack from the rim and down. I think it was because it was very thin.

Found the excact same bowl in a charity shop today. paid 1£ for it. Sells for 10 -15£ in normal shops. So happy me. And this one is thicker and has a more sollid feel to it, so it should be able to take my abuse , so a wooden bowl is back in the kit. Now I need a repacement for that cup. It is also cracked...I do not like drinking from metal mugs. They are okay for soup that you use a spoon for, but not for my tea....

[Kernowek Scouser]

Falklands / NI Foul Weather Jacket
5570
£5

A handy pac-a-mac alternative :D

[Adam Savage]

Falklands / NI Foul Weather Jacket
5570
£5

A handy pac-a-mac alternative :D

The guy wearing it looks a bit surprised. Mind you, he is missing his legs and hands...

[Kernowek Scouser]

The guy wearing it looks a bit surprised. Mind you, he is missing his legs and hands...
I think he might be being stood upright by an extendible bivi pole, poor chap.

[Adam Savage]

I think he might be being stood upright by an extendible bivi pole, poor chap.

oow err missus

[JEEP]

Small vintage K.J. Eriksson Mora - trade w. Suba; http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?3786-knife-people

[ian c]

Have just bought a second hand gun safe.

[ADz]

Osprey Exos 46 backpack Nearly new for £65. (RRP £120)

Wasn't the color I preferred but at the price I couldn't refuse. Will go great with my 50% smaller/lighter kit I have in mind :D

[jus_young]

Osprey Exos 46 backpack Nearly new for £65. (RRP £120)

Wasn't the color I preferred but at the price I couldn't refuse. Will go great with my 50% smaller/lighter kit I have in mind :D

Now comes the challenge of packing it :D Just packed mine up this evening ready for a session with the Scouts tomorrow covering suitable camp equipment and the art of staying warm. Hopefully a few of them will request some new gear as Christmas pressies then in preparation for our planned camps next year. Its suprising how much stuff you can get in the 46.

[ADz]

Now comes the challenge of packing it :D Just packed mine up this evening ready for a session with the Scouts tomorrow covering suitable camp equipment and the art of staying warm. Hopefully a few of them will request some new gear as Christmas pressies then in preparation for our planned camps next year. Its suprising how much stuff you can get in the 46.

Indeed. I went crazy with my Vango Pumori 60+10 and just shoved everything I could inside incase I needed it. I have definitely learned my lesson though and intend to pack much lighter this time which is why I opted to go with a smaller and lighter pack.

Are you a scout leader or something? I used to be in scouts when I was a kid but didn't appreciate it as much as I would nowadays :(

[fish]

got this one in a trade with a pal of mine ,according to a knife expert it is a Norwegian Knivsmed Strømeng army Leuku, made for the Norwegian special forces.My mate is ex SBS and i believe he may have acquired it from the FSK (Norwegian special forces) whilst in Kosovo .

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m92/fishfish_01/Bushcraft/DSC03270.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m92/fishfish_01/Bushcraft/DSC03273.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m92/fishfish_01/Bushcraft/DSC03272.jpg

thanks for looking.

[AL...]

Ohhhhh!!! well tidy mate :D

Cheers
AL

[JEEP]

got this one in a trade with a pal of mine ,according to a knife expert it is a Norwegian Knivsmed Strømeng army Leuku, made for the Norwegian special forces.My mate is ex SBS and i believe he may have acquired it from the FSK (Norwegian special forces) whilst in Kosovo .

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m92/fishfish_01/Bushcraft/DSC03270.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m92/fishfish_01/Bushcraft/DSC03273.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m92/fishfish_01/Bushcraft/DSC03272.jpg

thanks for looking.

Awesome T^

[paulthefish2009]

Not a fan of huge knives but that is great!! What do you think jakob, special forces issue? Its got some lovely design detail in it. Paul

[JEEP]

Not a fan of huge knives but that is great!! What do you think jakob, special forces issue? Its got some lovely design detail in it. Paul

If it has remains of bluing/blackening on the blade, it is most likely a military issue, designed for Hærens Jegerkommando, but bought by many other members of the Norwegian armed forces.

A civillian version without bluing/blackening does also exist.

[FishyFolk]

That is a Knivsmed Strømeng Leuku, but I doubt that it is an Army model. The Amred forces only started to purchase the knives for issue around 1995, and those where all of the 8" blade model with a fixed finger-guard.

They did however make a model with 9" blade and a hinged finger guard, that where sold to millitary personell at the Army PX in the barracks to soldiers at a reduced price. But that is more than 20 years ago. And the special forces where issued some of these. But they where not made as an army knife.
The knife may have been owned by a soldier, even a member of the FSK (Forsvarets Spesial Kommando = Army Special Command). The Special forces use a lot of "off the shelf" kit, so it could have been issued to him, but it's more likely that it was a private purchase.

Also Kosovo started in 1999 and by then the 8" blade with a fixed finger guard was standard issue in the special forces and the Border guards on the Russian border, and the Brigade North. I was also in Kosovo at that time I we where not issued a Leuku...everyone that had one had brought their own. I carried a Classic USMC ka-Bar...but then my batallion was trained in the south..

But back before '95 a leuku was something the soldier bought himself.

Else a Leuku with a finger guard is sort of a joke up here in the North. We call it a "southern guard" i.e only southerners need one...since they cant handle a knife :-)

[jus_young]

You have just got to love the knowledge that exists within this community.

[alvino78]

You have just got to love the knowledge that exists within this community.

too true!!! keep up the good work chaps!T^

[JEEP]

Puma Bowie; http://www.pumaknives.de/dispitem_122.php?item_no=116396 - a childhood dream fulfilled :D

Puma TEC Mini Set; http://www.pumaknives.de/dispitem_122.php?item_no=7302300 - maybe I'll make the small folders into a "his and hers" set and give one of them to Maria

[alvino78]

Puma Bowie; http://www.pumaknives.de/dispitem_122.php?item_no=116396 - a childhood dream fulfilled :D

Puma TEC Mini Set; http://www.pumaknives.de/dispitem_122.php?item_no=7302300 - maybe I'll make the small folders into a "his and hers" set and give one of them to Maria


they are real nice jakob

[Silverback]

Flint striker and some string

[JEEP]

they are real nice jakob

Quite nice :D

The Puma Bowie was my first "knife crush". I have been wanting one since I was around ten...

[FishyFolk]

two 1 litre dry bags + one 4 litre same.

[ADz]

Rab PollyCotton Sleeping Bag Liner.
Gelert Gas Canister Stand.

[FishyFolk]

1 brass zippo ligher with extra wick and flints...

[alvino78]

karrimoor sabre 45 with pockets!!!!!! result!!:happy-clapping:

[claverhouse]

A Bahco Laplander

[fish]

1 brass zippo ligher with extra wick and flints...

have you tried the gas upgrade? beats the petrol evaporating just in time for needing it!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Z-Plus-Jet-Lighter-Butane-Insert-Single-Flame-Refillable-/370666782287?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item564d763e4f

[AL...]

Thats kinda smart . But I like my Zippo just the way it is :D
But must say its real handy lookin.

Cheers
AL

[FishyFolk]

have you tried the gas upgrade? beats the petrol evaporating just in time for needing it!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Z-Plus-Jet-Lighter-Butane-Insert-Single-Flame-Refillable-/370666782287?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item564d763e4f

Bought it more for sentimental value than for use really.
Was looking for some zippo hand warmers, and when I get them I will be carrying Zippo fuel anyway.

[FishyFolk]

Zippo hand warmer :-)

[JEEP]

Fällkniven U1; http://www.fallkniven.com/en/shop/details/462/22/folding-knives/slip-joint/u1 - had one of these beauties a few years ago, lost it within the first week of purchasing it. I haven't been able to forget it since.

Fällkniven DC4 http://www.fallkniven.com/en/shop/details/369/13/sharpeners/dc4 - bought one from Ray Mears last year, used it a lot, but lost it somewhere.

I almost never loose my gear really - I must have bad luck with Fällkniven. Time will tell :)

[Silverback]

Nothing, but I got 2 decent sized bits of flint through the post this morning from SimonB. FREE GRATIS -Thanks Simon !! Beers on me next meet

[Andy Sherwood]

Just ordered: 24 hexi cubes for my stove
New firesteel
50 water purification tablets
Bushcraft: Outdoor Skills and Wilderness Survival

All for under £45 :D

[AL...]

New pair of Cargo pants and a Realtree camo hoodie and a new set of bands for the Barnett Strike Nine.

Cheers
AL

[JEEP]

Leatherman 4" premium sheath

[FishyFolk]

My 15 meters of nylon webbing arrived. Will turn that into tree huggers and suspension for a hammock :-)

[AL...]

T^
My 15 meters of nylon webbing arrived. Will turn that into tree huggers and suspension for a hammock :-)

Cheers
AL

[Chubbs]

A cheapy camo tarp to see if my boy likes sleeping under it before I buy him a decent one and hammock.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TARPAULIN-3-5M-x-5-4M-Approx-12-x-18-CAMO-CAMOUFLAGE-WATERPROOF-TARP-COVER-/400329406035?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item5d357df653

A tea/coffee filter for making single brews when out in the woods

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nothing-but-Tea-Infuser/dp/B0074FRDZY/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1350497535&sr=8-15

[mark]

a one man millbank bag from flea bay for £ 8.00 + post

[f0rm4t]

a one man millbank bag from flea bay for £ 8.00 + post

Do I get a finders fee Mark? Ha! ;)

[f0rm4t]

All ebay

Digital LCD Thermometer £2.00

NEW TRAVEL SEWING KIT £0.99

3L WATER BLADDERS £8.99

100 feet of 550 £6.80

[ADz]

Therm-A-rest NeoAir £36+P&P :D

[Hathor]

Good catch!! Where did you get that? :mad2:

[AL...]

Not bought but Gifted from Peaks.
Bullet mold and Crucible (Spelling?) for casting my own Catapult ammo.
It realy is fantastic and thanks again mate !! Oh and a cool wee pouch with it too.
So depending on weather I will be down the plot castin some ammo.

Look out bunnys Im a commim te get ye!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :guns:
hahah

Cheers
AL

[ADz]

Good catch!! Where did you get that? :mad2:

Ebay. Somebody outbid me to £31 so I waited to last few seconds and put £50 as max bid and won it at £37 (not 36). :D

Was tempted to get a Klymit Inertia XLite but these look more comfy.

[Martin]

Not bought but Gifted from Peaks.
Bullet mold and Crucible (Spelling?) for casting my own Catapult ammo.
It realy is fantastic and thanks again mate !! Oh and a cool wee pouch with it too.
So depending on weather I will be down the plot castin some ammo.

Look out bunnys Im a commim te get ye!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :guns:
hahah

Cheers
AL

If you need any lead to melt down. Try your local glass company. If they use the stick on lead strip to make lead effect windows, they will have loads of little off cuts which they will have to send for recycling. If anyone came to us, asking for a few hand fulls, we'd have no hesitation in letting them have some.

Martin

[AL...]

I'll give that a bash martin Thanks for the info mate :)

Cheers
AL

[JEEP]

2x Leatherman 4" Premium sheath

[jus_young]

Rab Neutrino Endurance Down Jacket

[JEEP]

A certain knife from a certain Fish

:jumping-joy:

[AL...]

T^ Jakob :D
bet it looks better than it does in the photos mate

Cheers
AL

[JEEP]

It does. It is absolutely amazing! I have just (litteratly a few houers ago) returned from visiting the annual Danish knifemakers' festival here in Horsens, where the very best Danish knife makers display and sell their work. I can say without the slightest bit of exaggeration, that this knife would not look out of place if displayed among the knives sold there.

[AL...]

I beleve it .. Its a real work of art

Cheers
AL

[Andy Sherwood]

Brand new NATO DPM's and balaclava for airsoft. (I'll most likely use the DPM's when I'm out on the woods too.)

[JEEP]

New model Helle Temagami CA; http://www.helle.no/products/knives/temagami-ca/

[FishyFolk]

Tree 1 litre water proof bags and one 4 litre bag

[ADz]

Rab Sleeping Bag Liner (£9.99)
Heat Holder Thermal Socks (£3.42)
Nikwax Tech Wash and TX Direct Wash In (100ml sachets) (£4.59)

Biltong King (Biltong drying box from Mellerware) (£64.99)

Incase anybody's wondering, Biltong is the Dutch/South African version of Beef Jerky but much MUCH nicer and great for trail/camping food. Decided to buy this as I absolutely love biltong and this is much easier to clean/store away then my current DIY job.

[f0rm4t]

Decided to buy this as I absolutely love biltong

+1
Biltong is bloody fabulous stuff!!

[f0rm4t]

Just bought a beautiful hand made possibilities pouch from a certain biker-bri!
Super happy and can't wait to get it full of ...well ...possibilities!!

Thanks again bri! You're a true craftsman!:D

5683

[ADz]

+1
Biltong is bloody fabulous stuff!!

Indeed. Didnt even notice thread about it here, Was going to reply to it but didnt want to Necro and old topic :D

I think I may create new one and post some pics of current box in some pics I took a while back of a batch I was making.

[biker-bri]

Just bought a beautiful hand made possibilities pouch from a certain biker-bri!
Super happy and can't wait to get it full of ...well ...possibilities!!

Thanks again bri! You're a true craftsman!:D

5683

Don't forget it WILL be delivered EMPTY :jumping-joy:

[f0rm4t]

20L Dry Bag (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300672003587?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649) £2.65

10L Dry Bag (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110928185301?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649) £2.98
T^


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meqJZJ8pRuY

[FishyFolk]

Rab Sleeping Bag Liner (£9.99)
Heat Holder Thermal Socks (£3.42)
Nikwax Tech Wash and TX Direct Wash In (100ml sachets) (£4.59)

Biltong King (Biltong drying box from Mellerware) (£64.99)

Incase anybody's wondering, Biltong is the Dutch/South African version of Beef Jerky but much MUCH nicer and great for trail/camping food. Decided to buy this as I absolutely love biltong and this is much easier to clean/store away then my current DIY job.

Shared appartment with a South African in Khartoum, so I had plenty ofthe stuff there. Really nice.

[Silverback]

Some leather offcuts to make some drawstring pouches and 3m of amsteel to make some hammock suspension straps

[JEEP]

Got a lot of old knives yesterday, mostly beat up Moras - and a 80-120 years old silver mounted Finnish puukko, maybe an early Iisakki :)

[FishyFolk]

8 litre dry sack

[fish]

Got a lot of old knives yesterday, mostly beat up Moras - and a 80-120 years old silver mounted Finnish puukko, maybe an early Iisakki :)


pictures!

[fish]

my fourth roll of coton for making this under blanket!

[JEEP]

pictures!

Will do, as soon as I have cleaned it up.

[AL...]

ye cant cleen up knife porn!!!!!


Cheers
AL

[craige]

60m of amsteel, dd 4x4 tarp, snugpak uq, snugpak chrysalis 4 sleeping bag.

[Silverback]

60m is a lot of amsteel. I hope you got it at discount

[JEEP]

2117 of Sweden Bölaholm Mens Hood Jacket, blue; http://www.2117.se/?p=w&c=aw2012&a=aw2012ssw&m=7812945

[craige]

Yeah it is! It better last! Got it for £0.79pm from dd.

[fish]

a trip to the dump today got me:

singer sewing machine in working order.
5 pairs of vintage sheffield made scissors
6 vintage sabatier chefs knives in good condition,
more haberdasherie than you can shake a stick at,
24 tent pegs,
a coleman polylite flask in good condition,
a aluminium camping kettle.
all for £3.00!

[AL...]

Thats a great haul bud

Cheers
AL

[jus_young]

a trip to the dump today got me:

singer sewing machine in working order.
5 pairs of vintage sheffield made scissors
6 vintage sabatier chefs knives in good condition,
more haberdasherie than you can shake a stick at,
24 tent pegs,
a coleman polylite flask in good condition,
a aluminium camping kettle.
all for £3.00!

Can never get anything decent from my local tip. Good find there Fish.

[jus_young]

Went to Go Outdoors again, knew it would be a mistake...

Merrell Moab mid Gore-Tex boots http://www.merrell.com/UK/en-GB/Product.mvc.aspx/15388M/0/Mens/Moab-Mid-Gore-Tex
Berghaus Deluge waterproof trousers http://store.berghaus.com/p/hill-walking/mens-deluge-overtrousers/432907
Free Loader Pico solar charger and silicone case http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/pico-solar-charger-p151964
A new chair for this weekend http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/hi-gear-kentucky-camping-chair-p93112
Insect repellent so that hopefully I can avoid the 29 bites I had at the last weekend out
Afterbite for when the insect repellent fails to work and I get bitten
Various dehydrated meals and puddings from Adventure Foods http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/camping/eating-and-drinking/camping-food/adventure-food
Thought I would give these a go and let folks know what I think of them. If I am still around after the weekend you will know that I at least didn't starve to death :)

[f0rm4t]

Wouldn't be aloud to do it at our local.

Good example of benefiting from recycling though. Nice one fish!


a trip to the dump today got me:

singer sewing machine in working order.
5 pairs of vintage sheffield made scissors
6 vintage sabatier chefs knives in good condition,
more haberdasherie than you can shake a stick at,
24 tent pegs,
a coleman polylite flask in good condition,
a aluminium camping kettle.
all for £3.00!

[Chubbs]

a trip to the dump today got me:

singer sewing machine in working order.
5 pairs of vintage sheffield made scissors
6 vintage sabatier chefs knives in good condition,
more haberdasherie than you can shake a stick at,
24 tent pegs,
a coleman polylite flask in good condition,
a aluminium camping kettle.
all for £3.00!

Swine !!

Now that our local tip has been taken over by the French and has cameras installed, they won't let you take anything even if you offer them a backhander.

[JEEP]

Victorinox Nomad; http://www.victorinox.com/ch/product/Swiss-Army-Knives/Category/Pocket-knives-with-lock-blade/Pocket-knives-with-lock-blade-Linerlock-111-mm/Nomad/0.8353.3 - soon to be sent to Fish for customisation

Leatherman Juice XE6; http://www.leatherman.com/product/Juice_Xe6 - will replace my Juice S2 as EDC, as I have found myself in need of a file too often

[ADz]

Mountain Equipment Xero 350 (Without stuff sack) brand new for £175 from fleabay (RRP £280) :D
http://www.mountain-equipment.co.uk/the_gear/down_sleeping_bags/xero/xero_350_0%C2%B0c---465/

[craige]

2 dutch Flyz, 4 dutch hooks, and a 12 pack of glow in the dark line locs from ukhammocks and this throwline: www.frjonesandson.co.uk/products-page/climbing-equipment/throw-bags-lines-cubes/marlow-dyneema-throwline-50m/
All for my tarp suspension.

[Bambii]

2 dutch Flyz, 4 dutch hooks, and a 12 pack of glow in the dark line locs from ukhammocks and this throwline: www.frjonesandson.co.uk/products-page/climbing-equipment/throw-bags-lines-cubes/marlow-dyneema-throwline-50m/
All for my tarp suspension.

Do you use the throw line to suspend the hammock?

[craige]

No I don't think it would be strong enough, I bought amsteel and made whoopie slings and a ucr adjustable ridgeline and some polyester webbing for tree straps with a little bit of fishing rod (carbon fibre) in a marlinspike hitch on each strap with the whoopie hung from that.

Pm me if you want and I can send pics and links to instructions if you want!?

[Edit] this is for my tarp set up.

[Silverback]

No I don't think it would be strong enough

you're right 1.5mm dyneema would leave you sleeping on the floor ;)

[paulthefish2009]

Bought nothing but just been given a darling little hatchet (when does a hatchet become a axe? ). could do with re-handling and sharpening but its perfect for around camp etc,pics soon. Paul

[Bambii]

No I don't think it would be strong enough, I bought amsteel and made whoopie slings and a ucr adjustable ridgeline and some polyester webbing for tree straps with a little bit of fishing rod (carbon fibre) in a marlinspike hitch on each strap with the whoopie hung from that.

Pm me if you want and I can send pics and links to instructions if you want!?

[Edit] this is for my tarp set up.

The throw line is definitely strong enough, but it probably isn't the best idea anyway.

Don't worry about the pictures, I don't have a hammock :o

[FishyFolk]

10 meters of 4mm shock cord for makingan under quilt out of an old sleeping bag...

[JEEP]

Biltema Firesteel; http://www.biltema.dk/da/Fritid/Haven/Grill/Tilbehor/Tandstal-45509/ - just to test it out. It is actually not at bad firesteel at all; it is softer than a LMF, which means it will wear faster - but it also makes it throw larger sparks more easily. Like litteratly all cheap firesteels I have handled, the rod pops out of the handle very easily. The striker is really nice; it works very effectively as a striker, it has a ruler (cm) on each side and a bottle opener. What I like most though are the instructions on the package, they are very thorough and clearly written by someone who has outdoor expereince.

[SimonB]

Just about to go out and buy a glaziers hacking knife... To ue for spliting wood for my little stove I will be making this afternoon... Save the edge of my mora for other thing... :)

[Martin]

Just about to go out and buy a glaziers hacking knife... To ue for spliting wood for my little stove I will be making this afternoon... Save the edge of my mora for other thing... :)

A new Mora would be cheaper. :)

Martin

[FishyFolk]

Was out and had picked up a new Mora 911 carbon steel for 4£, some soldering tin and a few other bits and pieces. Stand in a looooong line with someone in training to pay. Arrive at the cashier, can't find my atm card. Think it's in the car, go look. Nope.
Drive home, turn the house upside down looking for it. Calls the bank to cancel it. And as I hang up I realise that the card is in another pocket in the jacket I am still wearing. Says a few choice words, calls the bank, and they gladly open up my card again, only it takes 24 hours...meanwhile I have the kitchen table full of stuff that needs soldering, and I can't go back to the shop to pick up my soldering tin. The car is almost out of gasoline, and I have to pick up the wife in 2 hours...

So what the f....did I do to deserve this today?

[AL...]

Is Tuesday in Norway kinda like Momday here in Scotland? Thats when everything hits the fan for me mate. lol
I feel for ye :D It will all be forgoten tomorrow .

Cheers
AL

[Martin]

Was out and had picked up a new Mora 911 carbon steel for 4£, some soldering tin and a few other bits and pieces. Stand in a looooong line with someone in training to pay. Arrive at the cashier, can't find my atm card. Think it's in the car, go look. Nope.
Drive home, turn the house upside down looking for it. Calls the bank to cancel it. And as I hang up I realise that the card is in another pocket in the jacket I am still wearing. Says a few choice words, calls the bank, and they gladly open up my card again, only it takes 24 hours...meanwhile I have the kitchen table full of stuff that needs soldering, and I can't go back to the shop to pick up my soldering tin. The car is almost out of gasoline, and I have to pick up the wife in 2 hours...

So what the f....did I do to deserve this today?

Sounds like a good candidate for the 'What did you nearly buy now?!!' thread. :)

Martin

[SimonB]

A new Mora would be cheaper. :)

Martin

Not quite.. My Mora was £15 altogether, the glaziers hack knife was £7.62.... And has a very nice thick back on the blade for battoning... :)

[Martin]

Not quite.. My Mora was £15 altogether, the glaziers hack knife was £7.62.... And has a very nice thick back on the blade for battoning... :)

Crikey, we sell hacking knives for £14.50 on our trade counter. What a rip off!!! :)

Martin

[f0rm4t]

Crikey, we sell hacking knives for £14.50 on our trade counter. What a rip off!!! :)

Martin

Isn't it your business though Martin? Ha! :ashamed:

[SimonB]

Just tested it on our back with a lump of tree branch.. No messing, like a hot knife through butter.. :)

Not sure if It's a plug or not, but bought it from toolstation... only place I have found that sell them round here..

[David_JAFO]

hello,
Nice combi glaziers hacking knife & doofer (baton) :wink:
Regards
David
5743

[Martin]

Isn't it your business though Martin? Ha! :ashamed:

Nah, mate. Just the humble General Manager. :)

Martin

[paulthefish2009]

Ha Ha David "doofer" not heard that word for years mate! Paul

[paul standley]

Just arrived today, two Samurai hand saws, just perfect for coppicing and bushcraft... 300mm long with 4mm tooth pitch. I've been using a 220mm x 3mm pitch Samurai pruning saw all year but decided to go for it's big brother for this winters hazel coppicing and my green wood working.

http://www.samurai-saws.com/product_images/saw-js300.jpg

Cheers, Paul.

[AL...]

3 new sets of barnett catapult band and 4lbs of lead .
Now just waitin for the Police to take the tape away from around the park so I can get into the plot and do some casting!

Cheers
AL

[Kernowek Scouser]

A super grade British army arctic sleeping bag £25 from my local surplus store T^

[f0rm4t]

Craghoppers Bear Grylls Survivor Trousers £37.95 :D

[BJ]

Hi All,
I have just bought a Musuc sleeping bag on a whim because I don't like being trapped in a mummy bag and can't always find a tree for my hammock. Bought from Germany arrived in two days and not expensive compared to other sleeping bags. However when it arrived I duly unpacked it and donned my new purchase "you look like a demented telly tubby or something from Dr Who" my wife's comment. you can seet it here. :ashamed: http://www.musucbag.com

[AL...]

YUp Telly tubby does come to mind but Hey!!! If it keeps ye warm yer sorted :D

Cheers
AL

[Martin]

Hi All,
I have just bought a Musuc sleeping bag on a whim because I don't like being trapped in a mummy bag and can't always find a tree for my hammock. Bought from Germany arrived in two days and not expensive compared to other sleeping bags. However when it arrived I duly unpacked it and donned my new purchase "you look like a demented telly tubby or something from Dr Who" my wife's comment. you can seet it here. :ashamed: http://www.musucbag.com

I love the concept of these and would be very interested to find out how it fares on a cold, damp night in North Wales. Please keep us posted or put a separate review up, of your purchase.

Martin

[f0rm4t]

Haha!

5744

I can't stand Mummy bags either!

[FishyFolk]

Haha!

5744

I can't stand Mummy bags either!
I concur. Need something i can turn around inside.

[BJ]

I love the concept of these and would be very interested to find out how it fares on a cold, damp night in North Wales. Please keep us posted or put a separate review up, of your purchase.

Martin
Hi martin'
I will keep you informed but probably won't get the chance to use it until spring, but I don't think I'll venture out of the tent in it in case I get shot as a sasquatch emerging from hibernation. Seriously though it should be plenty warm enough because there is very little free space.
Bill

[biker-bri]

I love the concept of these and would be very interested to find out how it fares on a cold, damp night in North Wales. Please keep us posted or put a separate review up, of your purchase.

Martin

Its NOT always cold and damp in north Wales Martin Just Most of the time!:mad2:

[AL...]

Aye Sometimes its damp and cold :D

Cheers
AL

[Kernowek Scouser]

Hi All,
I have just bought a Musuc sleeping bag on a whim because I don't like being trapped in a mummy bag and can't always find a tree for my hammock. Bought from Germany arrived in two days and not expensive compared to other sleeping bags. However when it arrived I duly unpacked it and donned my new purchase "you look like a demented telly tubby or something from Dr Who" my wife's comment. you can seet it here. :ashamed: http://www.musucbag.com

Hammock, underquilt and a musucbag?

Could this be the holy trinity of winter tree dwelling?

Well you would need a tarp too, but you see what I am getting at.

I look forward to your review with great interest :D

[biker-bri]

Aye Sometimes its damp and cold :D

Cheers
AL

so you have been to Blaenau Ffestiniog as well then AL :)
Its the only place that I have seen water flow uphill
Cheers Bri

[CanadianMike]

Brand new Canadian army cold weather shirt (90% wool, my second one like this, found in thrift store by accident a few weeks ago), brand new (for 1963) west German army 100% wool pants, just showed up today, looks like I ordered too long, so will order a second pair because the price is decent and they have lots of sizes. AND, a few weeks ago too I bought a low cost/high quality new oilskin ranch jacket, wool lined, for $50. They didn't have medium, so I bought large, is broad in the shoulders for me, but that means more extra airspace to hold warm air and make me feel less restricted when I add layers in the winter. Brains over style. Lol

[treefrog]

Nice score, Mike. Any pics of the shirt and pants?

[CanadianMike]

Here are the pants I bought (at the place I bought them from, $16 shipping brought them to the door)

http://www.armynavysales.com/products/german-wool-pants/

Here are two outdoor reviews of them:

http://pig-monkey.com/2008/12/18/west-german-wool-pants/

http://heberhiking.blogspot.ca/2011/03/west-german-wool-army-pants.html

And here's a rough pic of my first shirt, second is identical (and have a smaller third one at work, only 70% wool though)

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/379056_10151229871294207_1703270850_n.jpg

And here's the link to the oilskin jacket I bought, can't share the picture, and don't have a pic of my own yet.

http://www.fcsurplus.ca/shopping/products/110-Mens-Parkas-Vests-Jackets/464446-Rugged-Western-Rancher-Work-Jackets/

[treefrog]

I think I may have to order me some wool pants! Those look very nice, Mike. Sharon found me a pair very similar at the charity shop, and thankfully this year the forecast calls
for a cold week for deer hunting next week, so the deer will be on the move and more importantly, I can try out my wool goodies....

Jack

[JEEP]

Kershaw/Ken Onion Camo Echo; http://www.effektlageret.dk/de/product/kershaw-camo-echo-5798/
Opinel No. 8 w. hunting motif and leather sheath; http://www.effektlageret.dk/de/product/opinel-no-8-m-jagtmotiv-og-laederskede-5797/
2x 7" Knivsmed Strømeng leuku blade blanks

[CanadianMike]

I think I may have to order me some wool pants! Those look very nice, Mike. Sharon found me a pair very similar at the charity shop, and thankfully this year the forecast calls
for a cold week for deer hunting next week, so the deer will be on the move and more importantly, I can try out my wool goodies....

Jack

Highly recommended Jack, they are solid pants, well made, brand new, reinforced stitching, annoying suspender buttons...... lol. Oh, only noticed this morning, the wool is a blend of brown and green fibers. Kinda neat. ;)

[f0rm4t]

Would love to see your knives Jakob! In the short time I've been on the forum, I've read about your purchase of several. How many do you have? :D

[JEEP]

Would love to see your knives Jakob! In the short time I've been on the forum, I've read about your purchase of several. How many do you have? :D

Don't know really.... More than 50, less than 100 I guess...

[NeedABrew]

Errrrrr woops - I need my thumbs chopping off so I can't click 'Bid Now' on a certain site's app on my phone. Landrover TD5. I make out like I shouldn't but I've always wanted one :D

[Ben Casey]

I have just ordered a Bow Stave with all the bits as I want to try and make my own Longbow a bit like the one I made at the R.V. from Hazel :)

[TheOutdoorist]

Not purchased very recently but some new items to me are a full tang knife and a skandi neck knife that I will try to get some pictures of.
Also bought an Alpkit Bivy bag after selling my issue bivy.

Cheers, Ben.

[Silverback]

A brace of ferrets...if this afternoons meeting comes off

[JEEP]

Zippo BLU2; http://www.zippo.com/product.aspx?id=1025294 - a case of SHINY = WANTS...! I don't even smoke anymore...

[biker-bri]

Zippo BLU2; http://www.zippo.com/product.aspx?id=1025294 - a case of SHINY = WANTS...! I don't even smoke anymore...

HA, HA, :happy-clapping: "snap", but it was an early christmas present from my son and his girlfriend, they even put my name on it.:)