What Have You Bought Now!!!??? [Archive] - Page 26

rickyamos

10-08-2015, 05:57 AM

The army had me playing with radios, and since then I have been working with them, and most likely will again if I get the kind of work I am after once my degree is in place.
And when I participated in that SAR excercise the other day, I also handle comms. That was probably like an old circus horse smelling saw dust, as now I have ordered a couple of cheap chinese VHF/UHF dual band radios, and enlisted in a HAM course to get a licence so that I can TX legally with them. Plenty of repeaters to trigger in the area. I could always only use them on licence free frequencies, but that would be boring, asthats where all the toy radios are are, so I imagine they are full of kids..

Anyway, it's been 25 years since I went trough the theory in the army, so nice with a refresh :-)

Good skills, welcome to the bands your breeze the exam

73 DE M0ZAV

midas

10-08-2015, 06:36 PM

Good skills, welcome to the bands your breeze the exam

73 DE M0ZAV

CQ-CQ-CQ,Best of luck with your exams,73's.G4 YJM.(your just marvelous)

Silverback

12-08-2015, 09:15 AM

A towbar for the car and a an annual travel insurance policy

Look out world here we come.........

Oh wait operation stack is in force

quidditys_shore

14-08-2015, 08:10 PM

Been looking for a full head height tent with living area to keep the wife happy when we camp together (my trusty argos pro action hike lite is perfect for me lol).
Today bought a bargain from halfords that ticks all the boxes. Urban escape 4 man tent for £50, down from £150.
Also picked up a mummy bay liner for £1 & a fleece envelope Liner for £2, which is lovely & warm

rik_uk3

14-08-2015, 10:40 PM

Two flight tickets for Gran Canaria, just need accomodation now, I use https://www.alpharooms.com/

beermaker

16-08-2015, 09:38 PM

My old man has bought an Opus 120 die filing machine so I scrounged his old home made filing machine for knife making until I get my 72" belt grinder finished!

cuppa joe

06-09-2015, 04:55 PM

Adz how are the dimensions ? i mean width wise .
Terra Nova Discovery Bivy (http://www.terra-nova.co.uk/tarps-bivis-bothies/all-bivis-bivi-bags/discovery-bivi/)
Upgrade from my Alpkit Hunka XL

Silverback

09-09-2015, 10:49 AM

Brand spanking new Arktis smock in Auscam........ In the sale 24 quid.....yup 110 quids worth for 24 quid.....from arktis online store

Sadly can't post pics from my phone

jus_young

13-09-2015, 10:29 AM

Not bought but a wedding anniversary present from my lovely wife. A food dehydrator

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/13/53a0f2f09a05e052b1e4c4f11234f0bf.jpg

jus_young

13-09-2015, 11:05 AM

And a gift to myself. Found that Dartmoor is not favourable pitching for a Luxe Silpeak due to the uneven ground and full mesh inner making for some very breezy and cold nights during the winter months. The sides of the tent do not lay flat so the whole shape goes very wrong. This means that the air flow is pretty phenomenal and your nose freezes. Of course choosing a flatter area would be a better idea but when you are taking teams out for Ten Tors training the best spots go to the young folk.

So a new tent was in order with cost playing a part this time round. Whilst attending the annual Gilwell Reunion event last weekend, an international Scout Leaders get together and excuse for really letting your hair down, there was a display of tents from Terra Nova Wild Country and Vango. Having owned a Wild Country Zephyros 1 in the past I know these tents are well made and up to the job, I just found the Zephyros too small for my liking. It turns out that as it was the end of the season all the display tents were being sold off at a discounted price. I even blagged another £10 off for taking the tent down myself so I managed to get an immaculate Wild Country Coshee 2 for £80, not even a speck of dirt or footprint within the inner.

A bit of a weight penalty compared to the Luxe with walking pole setup but comfort won the day.

http://www.terra-nova.co.uk/tents-and-spares/all-tents/coshee-2-tent/

OakAshandThorn

13-09-2015, 01:29 PM

Not bought but a wedding anniversary present from my lovely wife. A food dehydrator

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/13/53a0f2f09a05e052b1e4c4f11234f0bf.jpg
I can tell you're going to have a blast with that :D.

Thumbcrusher

13-09-2015, 05:34 PM

Tickets to see Ray Mears in March. Can't wait!:jumping-joy:

-Tim-

15-09-2015, 06:30 PM

A little luxury for camping/canoe trips....

Alite Mayfly lightweight chair, a very comfortable chair too :)

Info (here) (http://shop.alitedesigns.com/mayfly-chair.html)

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/12003955_886108418092395_8581237589497930273_n.jpg ?oh=0dcfb81d487b0ac4d91c38a6f90dc7d5&oe=5671FFB5

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/12036685_886108541425716_8450022149416530516_n.jpg ?oh=7f889ba8d8edba7195399632f063f9e3&oe=56A71D6A

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/12037974_886108504759053_7498651812963132668_n.jpg ?oh=5cdccb09cff4a5da3bcdbaef448fad1c&oe=56A584A9

Cheers
Tim

15-09-2015, 06:44 PM

That will add some comfort.

bopdude

18-09-2015, 04:43 PM

Just got myself a Highlander forces 88L DPM (http://www.military1st.co.uk/nrt088c-pro-force-new-forces-rucksack-88l-dpm.html)

I wanted something in-between my 44L and 120L, searched the Bay and got one brand new, never used for £12.00 delivered to the door from the seller, result :)

ian c

20-09-2015, 08:56 PM

Today at a boot fare I bought a RAB 4 season down filled sleeping bag in very good condition £25 I also picked up a wet stone and 2 oil stones for all the stones are full size in good condition £3.

Thumbcrusher

21-09-2015, 08:14 PM

Gransfors small hatchet for my sons ninth birthday. He could have had a new tablet but said he'd rather have the axe! That's my boy!!

http://www.gransforsbruk.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/410-Lilla-Yxan-300x118.png

FishyFolk

21-09-2015, 10:02 PM

Just camera gear lately...

A Samyang 14mm f2.8 lens
And an Pentax P30T 35mm film SLR camera with an SMC 50mm f2.0 lens.

Og and a collapsible scrounging cup :-)

ADz

22-09-2015, 01:39 AM

A little luxury for camping/canoe trips....

Alite Mayfly lightweight chair, a very comfortable chair too :)

Info (here) (http://shop.alitedesigns.com/mayfly-chair.html)

Cheers
Tim

Got one myself Tim, They're awesome!

It even goes in my lightweight kit as a luxury item. Tried all sorts of chairs from sit pads to stools etc and they are good for short periods but if chilling out for long periods they get on my nerves. The Mayfly is really comfy and has back support. Only problem though is getting in and out as it's low to ground but I just try and pack everything I need around me lol.

ADz

22-09-2015, 01:55 AM

Tickets to see Ray Mears in March. Can't wait!:jumping-joy:

Just bought mine for April :)

bopdude

22-09-2015, 08:42 AM

Waiting on delivery but just bought the Evernew Ultralight Titanium DX Stand and Ultralight Titanium Alcohol Stove :D

jus_young

22-09-2015, 08:58 PM

Waiting on delivery but just bought the Evernew Ultralight Titanium DX Stand and Ultralight Titanium Alcohol Stove :D
Nice

bopdude

22-09-2015, 08:59 PM

I hope so, looked at many a video review before I hit the button.

-Tim-

26-09-2015, 10:39 AM

Got one myself Tim, They're awesome!

It even goes in my lightweight kit as a luxury item. Tried all sorts of chairs from sit pads to stools etc and they are good for short periods but if chilling out for long periods they get on my nerves. The Mayfly is really comfy and has back support. Only problem though is getting in and out as it's low to ground but I just try and pack everything I need around me lol.

After a week in Scotland I can agree, a little close to the ground, so you do have to shift rocks and debris away from your bum area, but still a great addition to the luxury items.

Chairs (x4) seen here at one of our "camp-sites)
https://scontent.fman1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/11863503_890404490996121_2751667060613142468_n.jpg ?oh=c1f822c13308325aea7cb7bae614d06e&oe=565E8E5E

Cheers
Tim

Midge_Fodder

29-09-2015, 09:02 PM

Not bushcrafty but a new member of the clan, a California King Snake called Odin. Will upload some pics after he is settled in his Vivarium. Was in the pet shop as the kids are animal mad. I saw that he was reduced, been there for 18 months. I had to give the little guy a new home.

David_JAFO

30-09-2015, 09:14 AM

hello,
I bagged myself an absolute bargain yesterday in Glasgow. I received a heads up on a store stock clearance *Light My Fire Swedish firesteel army, cardboard blister packed, brand new, full unopened box this has gotta be an absolute bargain near GAW per firesteel. I priced these in nearby stores rrp £17.99p each, Whoo Hoo.. Had a browse elsewhere price check & lowest per Light My Fire Swedish firesteel army was £16.99p each. I've shared a few with Bushcrafters in the UK & going onto the trade blanket State Side. http://www.lightmyfire.com/
Regards
David

ADz

02-10-2015, 02:41 AM

Zpacks Hexamid Solo-Plus Tarp ('http://zpacks.com/shelter/hexamid_plus.shtml') (With Original/Extended Beak)
Deuce of Spades Poop Trowel ('http://thetentlab.com/Deuce/DeuceofSpadespage.html')

David_JAFO

03-10-2015, 01:14 PM

hello,
Deuce of spades poop trowel nice one.
Regards
David
T^

Zpacks Hexamid Solo-Plus Tarp ('http://zpacks.com/shelter/hexamid_plus.shtml') (With Original/Extended Beak)
Deuce of Spades Poop Trowel ('http://thetentlab.com/Deuce/DeuceofSpadespage.html')

ADz

03-10-2015, 02:13 PM

hello,
Deuce of spades poop trowel nice one.
Regards
David
T^

You got one bud?

David_JAFO

07-10-2015, 02:21 PM

hello,
ADz Yes borrowed with the intent to return.. :p
Regards
David

You got one bud?

David_JAFO

14-10-2015, 07:26 PM

hello,
Wilco stores UK heads up :p if your interested in these mini credit card sized survival tools aka Gizmo Man Card Tool catalogue no : 0418265. I was browsing through the end of season sale & came across these mini tools for £3.00. They come in a blue plastic sealed cardboard packet with Wilco logo. I had the store assistant scan the barcode & it came up as 25p :confused2: so I bought 4 of these £1.00 worth. I've used one on a course many years ago in which I made feather fire sticks, used the edge for striking my ferro rod & the honed blade for skinning a Rabbit. I kept it in my grab bag until I loaned it out.. for 25p I'm sure I'll find a use for another Bushcraft 'shiny thing' in my pocket or EDC kit bag. It's a can opener, knife, slotted screwdriver, ruler, bottle opener, hex wrench, serrated edge, *improvised direction helper when magnetised, *The original Survival aids UK (Morland Penrith) version was magnetised, wrench, key ring lanyard hole. It can also be used as a signalling device both sides are polished. I have seen this as a mini axe head tool too :shocked: others are going onto the trade blanket.
Regards
David

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Ehecatl

01-11-2015, 06:01 PM

Nice! Ive got the older model and find it a bit errr sweaty! love it and its tough as hell but definitely not for being very active in. can you do us a review of this new one mate?

A belated review as I've not really worn the jacket much. I thought that this item would be a good one to pack prior to heading up to Scotland for a week. We'd decided we would head up the Pap of Glencoe (route linked below - Strava). As this is a stalking jacket, I had previously been thrown out of ASDA by security when attempting to stalk Mrs Trellis from across the road and have since concluded that due to its colour, this jacket is unsuitable for stalking in an urban environment. :happy-clapping:

https://www.strava.com/activities/421438012

Back to Scotland and the walk. Within two miles I was too hot and packed the jacket into my rucksack, leaving me in a tshirt and Norwegian top, which for most of the climb was perfect. Nearer the saddle, the wind was stronger so back on with the jacket. Once on top of the Pap, the wind was gusting up to about 50mph and with the hood up, I couldn't feel a thing. I kept it on during the decent and again, it was just right. With the side zip open there was sufficient ventilation so I didn't end up feeling like a boil in the bag meal. We stopped near the end of last steep section and this is where I took a tumble. I caught my foot on a rock and stumbled. On the flat no problem, but the path ran next to a 10 foot slop of fist sized rocks and I went over this sideways. My rucksack took most of the impact and I had a slight bang on my right elbow but the jacket was unmarked. On inspection later, the Co-Op cheese and onion slices in the rucksack hadn't faired as well. I'd definitely been a lucky boy.

I've yet to use the jacket for a prolonged period in heavy rain but I don't think it will be long before I can report back on its performance in said conditions. I shall certainly let you know.

The view from the top.

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M@

David_JAFO

13-11-2015, 02:49 PM

hello,
I was handed a goody bag this week full of EDC kit bag fillers to use or GAW at my own discretion, lo & behold includes a couple of 7057-T6 Aircraft Alloy Alpha Lite sporks http://www.seatosummit.com.au/ I'm well pleased (that's an understatement) :o the bag given to me for my endeavours, included a few more LMF Army 2.0 firesteel & a couple of Life Systems Orange plastic safety whistles along with 1 Karrimor Mountain Whistle Silver & to name but a few of the smaller items. I've added an image of the Spork. I've been really busy over the last month collecting & supporting Armistice Day/Poppy Scotland as well as Shelter (Scotland) supporting Veterans on the streets with sometime in between for Bushcraft.
Regards
David

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phillip

19-11-2015, 07:57 PM

well i went to the uk knife show this year,,, and i bought a knife from sandy it was the jacklour,, scout, with mosaic pins etc,he even showed it on his u tube video the night before,, gorgous knife but feel bad for spending so much, as then my wife wasnt happy , will be selling it soon when i build up enough posts,i still feel gilty

Thumbcrusher

22-11-2015, 09:06 PM

Great knife! T^Keep It and use it! You wont feel guilty then!

phillip

24-11-2015, 03:08 PM

hiya mate, i think ill go back to using my buck knife, a bit smaller ,it was a birthday prezie of the wife a couple of years ago, so sentimental value,, so this is surplus, as i use my axe for heavy work ,, ill have to down size next year, 2 bed house or something, , its total crap time for me latly just wish i found a site like this years ago, ,

David_JAFO

25-11-2015, 08:59 PM

hello,
Heads Up :p Duracell Power Plus+ AA batteries large card blister 36 pack for under £8.00 (£7.**p) at Savers Health & Beauty UK discount chain shops. Normally paying £9.99p 15+5 free in Argos. That's the AA Maglite battery supply sorted for a while.
Regards
David

shepherd

26-11-2015, 06:40 PM

just ordered myself a custom knife off mark hill... Christmas present to myself :)

shepherd

26-11-2015, 06:41 PM

also been given a nice side by side spanish shotgun for free.. handy little work gun. just need to strip paint back and re-finish

phillip

26-11-2015, 07:26 PM

a good knife maker, if you know any one who would like to buy my jacklour scout, 170, , would like to sell at my house, pls reply, as moving in feb, downsizing,

ChrisCraft

07-12-2015, 04:05 AM

dont often treat myself to things, cos im always skint, but i got this massive klean kanteen recently, to gather, boil, and carry water, all in 1.

since this first trial boil test, i figured out it needed to be raised up, for proper heat absorbsion, so made a pot stand out of 3 pegs, to aid the process.

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David_JAFO

07-12-2015, 09:35 AM

hello,
T^
Regards
David

dont often treat myself to things, cos im always skint, but i got this massive klean kanteen recently, to gather, boil, and carry water, all in 1.
since this first trial boil test, i figured out it needed to be raised up, for proper heat absorption, so made a pot stand out of 3 pegs, to aid the process.

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Chubbs

31-12-2015, 06:21 PM

Only used twice for a brew, Coleman 424 suitcase double petrol stove. Wanted one of these for a while but couldn't justify the £120 price tag.

Payed £75.00 which includes delivery.

jus_young

03-01-2016, 12:19 AM

Bought myself a couple of raffle tickets a few weeks back and only went and won the prize.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/02/c12b4fe95248be941ee959ae9cb0d22c.jpg

FishyFolk

03-01-2016, 05:51 AM

Bought myself a couple of raffle tickets a few weeks back and only went and won the prize.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/02/c12b4fe95248be941ee959ae9cb0d22c.jpg

Nice :-)

Tigger004

03-01-2016, 10:06 AM

Nice one Justin, a great start to the new year :happy-clapping:

Ehecatl

03-01-2016, 10:48 AM

Ooooo....... shiny :o

rossbird

03-01-2016, 02:18 PM

Great pressie Justin.
Yeah I believe you won it��

ian c

03-01-2016, 07:38 PM

That is a very nice win hopefully you will be able to get out and use it when the weather improves.

rik_uk3

03-01-2016, 08:11 PM

Only used twice for a brew, Coleman 424 suitcase double petrol stove. Wanted one of these for a while but couldn't justify the £120 price tag.

Payed £75.00 which includes delivery.

Good price, I've a Coleman 413G, pretty much the same but mines older (1960's), of course you'll now need is a Coleman folding oven :)

Try not to run it on petrol, the additives tend to clog them up, stick to fuel like Aspen 4T or panel wipe.

jus_young

03-01-2016, 08:25 PM

Going to see if I can win the rifle rest next. Great little FB group called West Country Air Rifles with a good range of used rifles and equipment posted for sale as well as regular prizes up for grabs.

shepherd

04-01-2016, 02:27 PM

got a nice little cheap medium to fine water stone.. stock mounted cartridge holder for me semi-auto shotgun.. and a load more linseed oil... :)

Chubbs

05-01-2016, 09:49 PM

Rik

Would you know what brand of panel wipe to use. The Aspen 4T looks the business but its so expensive.

Cheers

Chubbs

05-01-2016, 09:49 PM

Rik

Would you know what brand of panel wipe to use. The Aspen 4T looks the business but its so expensive.

Cheers

rodger55@blueyonder.co.uk

06-01-2016, 08:31 PM

Fjalraven Barings Pro trousers. They don't have back pockets, but they come in raw length.
The Spouse says there's enough extra fabric on the legs to make a dozen pockets.
She's going to be busy..

David_JAFO

07-01-2016, 06:04 PM

hello,
A great start to 2016 for Bushcraft gifts received. Today received a few more Light My Fire 2.0 Scout ferro rods blister cardboard packets x4, 1 Aircraft Titanium Spork, a Primus Power Lighter III, & a huge box of loose Light My Fire fatwood from a store clearance. I was given the fatwood load for free, so I'm making up bundles for storage & use later, 4 pack of Wildo brand folding cups 200ml capacity weighs around 30g colour green.
Regards
David

shepherd

08-01-2016, 05:08 PM

OakAshandThorn

09-01-2016, 08:01 PM

Bought myself a Council Tool Hudson Bay "camp axe" (really a boy's axe) - 26 inch/66 cm helve...not the Velvicut version. The head weighs 1.75 lb/0.8 kg, and I feel the balance is better on a longer helve than the Velvicut (same head weight), which is 18 inches/20 cm.
Will be a companion to my others for trail work :).

OakAshandThorn

22-01-2016, 05:53 PM

Being gifted a one of these: http://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/guide-gear-backpacking-teepee-tent?a=1677985

The price mark-down makes them quite appealing. :)
For quite some time I've been looking to acquire a tipi backpacking tent that wasn't too large nor too heavy. It says the weight here is 7 lbs/ a little over 3 kg, though one can simply replace the steel ridgepole with a trekking pole or a fashioned stave, and limit the mosquito netting and floor to spring and summer. Using the fly alone would cut down the weight significantly.

David_JAFO

27-01-2016, 04:01 PM

hello,
I was gifted this afternoon free of charge *arrived via Post a couple of these True Utility plastic box containers with magnifying glasses. They're cast metal & come with a real glass 5x magnification lens that fits on your key-ring & a strong scratch resistant alloy body. http://www.trueutility.com/products/eyeglass I received them for Bushcraft & trade purposes as I mentioned last year I was looking for such, then I found a resource for a similar but different brand Rolson magnifier. I did manage last year to use similar to start a fire along with Amadou as tinder. It's a useful item that I can include/exclude from my EDC kit bag pending the weather. Not very often that I can boast such here in Scotland. Summertime the best day of the year.. :p
Regards
David

shepherd

28-01-2016, 01:58 PM

got a mini pry bar for my keys to save my knife tip.. and was gifted 2 huge lumps of flint from wayne (silverback) - thanks again buddy

David_JAFO

28-01-2016, 03:16 PM

hello,
Shepherd where did you purchase the mini pry bar? any images/links? I've been thinking along similar lines for my pocket dump & EDC kit.
Regards
David

got a mini pry bar for my keys to save my knife tip.. and was gifted 2 huge lumps of flint from wayne (sapper/silverback) - thanks again buddy

shepherd

29-01-2016, 09:56 AM

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Gerber-22-01769-Shard-Keychain-Tool/dp/B002ZK45IQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1454061322&sr=8-4&keywords=mini+pry+bar

looked perfect for keys.. lots of other ones on amazon also...

David_JAFO

29-01-2016, 12:17 PM

hello,
T^
Regards
David

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Gerber-22-01769-Shard-Keychain-Tool/dp/B002ZK45IQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1454061322&sr=8-4&keywords=mini+pry+bar looked perfect for keys.. lots of other ones on Amazon also...

ian c

07-03-2016, 09:27 PM

Not bought but gifted from Mick91 a very nice neck knife for SWMBO it is a well made tool and very nice looking, SWMBO is well pleased with it and we would like to say a big thank you Mick91

mick91

07-03-2016, 09:32 PM

More than welcome! Hope it serves her for many years to come :)

Northan

09-03-2016, 05:14 PM

Just got my new berghaus centurio 45ltr backpack with two Mmps side pockets. Can't wait to see what kit I can squeeze in.

Pootle

10-03-2016, 09:18 AM

Just got my new berghaus centurio 45ltr backpack with two Mmps side pockets. Can't wait to see what kit I can squeeze in.
great bag. I've had the 30 litre version with the 10 litre pockets for a couple of years now. bombproof it is. I use the main pack every day and with the side pockets it will do me for a weekender. I sometimes wish I'd got the 45 when it's really cold but it would have been too big for my daily use.

Northan

10-03-2016, 06:16 PM

I hope so Pootle. I'm hoping the side pockets on straps will be useful for bumbling about.

Pootle

11-03-2016, 07:40 AM

They are in theory but never used them like that.
word of warning though, I found the bag took a bit of breaking in. The straps are quite stiff and can get a bit sore if you're in them all day straight away. They will get comfier though.

Northan

11-03-2016, 08:24 AM

That's a sound bit of advice, thanks. I had planned short hauls with lots of weight to start with, and then progress to having it on longer with less load (in other words: will not venture to far as I'm inexperienced and will have too much kit, then as I learn I will go further out with less kit because I have worked what I really need and I will probably end up buying things to replace parts of my kit to make it lighter LOL :ashamed:)

I bought the pack from shop-outdoors, it was apparantly the 2016 variety. When I asked the vendor they said that the straps have been improved (stronger, softer or what, I do not know). Also they are not able to get the bags direct from Berghaus as they have done in the past, it now comes from a distributer in Europe (again details on this is sketchy). All in all this seems to make the bag a little more expensive than it's predecessor, but I thought I will only be wondering if the straps were better if I had not gotten the newer one.
Besides after a few emails with the shop, I felt more at ease that I was buying from a reliable vendor. I'm still at the mercy of parcelforce48 for waiting on this. Dispatched the 9th but there are no signs of them delivering.

ian c

18-03-2016, 10:31 PM

Have just got back from holiday in Cyprus while I was there I bought a new Victornox its called the camper it has a main blade, small blade, saw, tin opener, bottle opener, awl, corkscrew, and the usual tooth pick, tweezers and screwdriver blades.

rossbird

19-03-2016, 08:52 AM

Bought a Optimus lantern, at the local auction last night.
Just need to read up on them now:rolleye:

Thumbcrusher

20-03-2016, 05:56 PM

New berghaus centurio 30 ruckie for me today. Impulse buy but a bargain so couldn't resist!

Woody

23-03-2016, 10:15 PM

Bought a Japanese whetstone, DBL sided(1000/6000) for easy storage... King brand?
Sharpened my bushy with it and it's scary sharp now!
My old DMT diamond dual is rubbish compared to this...

Very pleased with it indeed...
Mirror finish on .
Block plane and chisels next on sharpening list...
Also making a storage/transport box for the sharpening kit et all...
Result

Pootle

24-03-2016, 09:28 AM

got a hulafors classic hunters axe for my birthday. what a beauty. especially as ive been getting by with a five quid hatchet from the garden centre for the past 8 yrs or so. This is gonna be fun!

FishyFolk

24-03-2016, 10:26 AM

got a hulafors classic hunters axe for my birthday. what a beauty. especially as ive been getting by with a five quid hatchet from the garden centre for the past 8 yrs or so. This is gonna be fun!

Congrats, I have their felling axe and I am very pleased with it :-)

hunnersahings

10-04-2016, 08:35 PM

I bought myself a rab sil-tarp 2 as I realised it is roughly half the size and weight when packed as the dd 3x3. I need to seam seal it first. It's rather nifty. I have a pic of the two lying side by side although I can't get it uploaded for some reason. I also bought myself the tbs boar and the snugpak special forces bivi bag to go with my snugpak kestrel sleeping bag. It's crazy how the money goes and you reply to your partner with the old I have shown you that already have I not when quizzed about shiny new gear.

hunnersahings

10-04-2016, 10:00 PM

jus_young

12-04-2016, 12:14 AM

hunnersahings

12-04-2016, 06:41 AM

The pack size is 20x10cm. It fits in the top zip pocket on my highlander pro forces 44 rucksack which is quite good as I don't bees to open up my bag to get a shelter up. What size is the superlight tarp? I never knew dd done such a thing. Yeah it was expensive. Double the price of my dd tarp. How much did yours cost?

jus_young

12-04-2016, 07:09 AM

The DD is nigh on a 3x3 if I remember rightly, one side might be a little shorter. The tarp on its own is about £65 but mine was bought as part of a package with the superlight hammock and bug net. Lovely setup that is.

hunnersahings

12-04-2016, 07:35 AM

Ehecatl

17-04-2016, 11:11 AM

I bought some new trainers - not very bushcraft. BUT, while in Sports Direct I noticed that their dry bags are reduced (by 50%) but the stock liquidation is only on for a week.

http://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-dry-bag-784313

Enjoy,

M@

shepherd

17-04-2016, 12:09 PM

just received my pathfinder scout clone that i had made for me by mark hill... will use it abit then do a reviews..

mick91

17-04-2016, 12:12 PM

just received my pathfinder scout clone that i had made for me by mark hill... will use it abit then do a reviews..
Knives like busses eh mate? ;)

shepherd

17-04-2016, 12:13 PM

Knives like busses eh mate? ;)

haha indeed mate.. going to pop up a review of the one i got off you also pal... its a cracker... like a razor

mick91

17-04-2016, 12:15 PM

haha indeed mate.. going to pop up a review of the one i got off you also pal... its a cracker... like a razor
Good stuff mate. Interested in the scout clone too actually!

jus_young

17-04-2016, 10:55 PM

What's it like sleeping in a hammock? I have had my eye on a dd hammock for about a year or so. The dd kit is well priced and we'll built. I think I need to do a bit of ground dwelling for the time being to get use out of the snugpak bivi bag I recently bought. What rucksack do you use? I have the highlander one mentioned. It's ok but I think I could do with more pockets or better side pockets.

Best sleep ever if set up correctly with the right insulation. Pack wise, I have several but my favourite is the Osprey Exos 46 which has recently been upgraded by the manufacturer.

Midge_Fodder

20-04-2016, 01:10 PM

Yet more assorted junk lol T^. Nah actually it was a new thermal water bottle, Hellvelyn claimed my old one as a casualty.

David_JAFO

20-04-2016, 06:18 PM

hello,
I was given 2 of these NiteIze DoohicKey® key tools for free last week & another 4 today (free of charge) landed on my doorstep end of line stock. https://www.niteize.com/product/DoohicKey-Multi-Tool.asp
Regards
David

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Midge_Fodder

21-04-2016, 03:22 PM

A stream side fly tying vice. It means I can add it to my bush fishing kit.

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Sylvanbilly

23-04-2016, 11:45 PM

You lucky thing Dave [emoji106][emoji6]

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shepherd

24-04-2016, 05:06 PM

yes look handy tools dave T^

David_JAFO

24-04-2016, 07:24 PM

hello Sylvanbilly,
PM your full name address & postcode & I'll send you 1 free of charge. :wink: Shepherd trying to keep up with you & your prybar..:p LOL
Regards
David

You lucky thing Dave [emoji106][emoji6]
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shepherd

25-04-2016, 06:16 PM

hello Sylvanbilly,
Shepherd trying to keep up with you & your prybar..:p LOL

haha, T^:cool:

rossbird

01-05-2016, 09:26 PM

Just received my Skookum Bush Tool. made by Rod Garcia.
The wait was worth it, it is just what i hoped for.
hopefully get chance to give it a serious workout in the next couple of weeks.
Cant speak highly enough of Rod, first class knife and a pleasure to deal with.

OakAshandThorn

02-05-2016, 02:15 AM

Just received my Skookum Bush Tool. made by Rod Garcia.
The wait was worth it, it is just just what i hoped for.
hopefully get chance to give it a serious workout in the next couple of weeks.
Cant speak highly enough of Rod, first class knife and a pleasure to deal with.
Let us know how you get on with it :). I've heard a lot of talk about it, including some words from Mors Kochanski.

tomfury

02-05-2016, 06:26 PM

...when I was a teenager a doohickey was what you got (if you were lucky/or maybe not) from one of the local girls of the evening(that's ladies of the night in waiting).

Tom.

OakAshandThorn

02-05-2016, 11:44 PM

Schrade Old Timer 250T with original sheath...she's a beauty :cool:

Ehecatl

03-05-2016, 12:58 PM

I haven't actually bought these but they were given to me as presents.

1. Blue Ridge Camping hammock - I'll do a review just as soon as I can get back from the next time I'm out. (http://www.lawsonhammock.com/products/blue-ridge-camping-hammock.html)
2. Big dutch oven
3. Big dutch oven bag for #2

I can't wait to play ;)

FishyFolk

03-05-2016, 03:22 PM

Been a while, but I bought a dutch oven to my dad for christmass. But they will not use it as it is too heavy. So I made a trade, and gave him a new fishing rod instead, and I got the oven.
Must be tried some time during the summer when they alow open fires again... :happy-clapping:

rickyamos

05-05-2016, 12:27 PM

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160505/6b033789be2e10819f5c6ad8dbb436bb.jpg

I know I'll take some stick for buying this but after the go outdoors discount and 15% discount from online scout manager I pick it up for £45, not bad as it is a gerber with a limited life time guarantee

FishyFolk

05-05-2016, 02:38 PM

Shakespeare synergy classics c 60 fishing rod and reel combo for the runt + some assorted lures, line, etc.. this will be our summer...he starts school in the autumn :-)

Mora Robust carbon steel knife because at 8£ + something it would be rude not to. :zombie-fighting:

David_JAFO

05-05-2016, 05:23 PM

hello,
I was given (not really a buy) a brand new large British First Aid kit pouch MTP MOLLE/PALS/HMTC & a set of hand made wooden toggle buttons for my FSK leather/hide pouches.
Regards
David

wildwanderingwoodsman

16-05-2016, 12:47 AM

Bought/ buying Mrs WWW a custom knife, its being fabricated atm. Get her summat nice, keeps her sweet when i buy myself an item or 10!! Lol

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Ashmantle

16-05-2016, 11:57 AM

Just received my pro-force trooper 45, impressed with the quality, especially the zippers and back padding

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David_JAFO

17-05-2016, 04:14 PM

hello,
Trade off no money involved for a (hot off the anvil) a Colonial C striker similar to one I have but struck by a different blacksmith. I've got a spare Colonial C striker I might put up on the trade blanket later.
Regards
David

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Ashmantle

24-05-2016, 11:41 AM

Ehecatl

24-05-2016, 11:59 AM

Nice! Do you have a link (or title)we can search on Flea Bay please?

Ashmantle

24-05-2016, 12:16 PM

Nice! Do you have a link (or title)we can search on Flea Bay please?

here you go mate; its also been reduced! took about 2 weeks to receive from ordering.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/322073916917

Ehecatl

24-05-2016, 12:31 PM

here you go mate; its also been reduced! took about 2 weeks to receive from ordering.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/322073916917

Thanks! :happy-clapping:

David_JAFO

24-05-2016, 01:38 PM

hello,
Look what arrived in this mornings post gratis of the Mountaineering store.. 2 packs of each. These are for my EDC kit bag. I forgot I also had a packet of Wilco black carabiner from 2015 in my EDC kit bag.
Regards
David

T^
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FishyFolk

24-05-2016, 04:16 PM

Ehecatl

24-05-2016, 05:29 PM

I just placed my order. Looks like a trangia stove might fit nicely inside :-)

What he said.

bush.pxl

24-05-2016, 08:52 PM

I got the larger version of that Lixada stove about 6 weeks ago, been really pleased with it. Can get a decent fire with some reasonably large branches, and hang a billy over it. Only bit I don't like is the pot stand, as it's easiest to load from the top. It's warped a bit with the heat, but not enough to cause problems.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131620185095

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Woody

24-05-2016, 11:10 PM

Bought one of these...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/4a0d88e30d67faf07d4bfca036b7bd7d.jpg

http://cpc.farnell.com/1/1/62-papst-1781185-fan-guard-80mm-metal.html

For doing this...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/d575abf84fd91cb06d47fec3f95e119e.jpg

So that these...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/6facdf8de91497beac6a93fae1b8689b.jpg

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00WWQU0QE/ref=pd_aw_sim_200_of_6?ie=UTF8&dpID=41nF82oReML&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL130_SR130%2C85_&refRID=KWWAS5D1QNW393X4SQPQ

become more stable and upright ...

[emoji477]

For now this will do though...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/34307f765d97d464d1f7a0a15a0bcd1f.jpg

Swmbo thinks I've lost the plot...
"Mid life crisis..." she says...

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David_JAFO

25-05-2016, 03:55 PM

hello Woody,
Your showing off now.. :p LMAO.
Regards
David
T^

Bought one of these...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/4a0d88e30d67faf07d4bfca036b7bd7d.jpg

http://cpc.farnell.com/1/1/62-papst-1781185-fan-guard-80mm-metal.html

For doing this...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/d575abf84fd91cb06d47fec3f95e119e.jpg

So that these...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/6facdf8de91497beac6a93fae1b8689b.jpg

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00WWQU0QE/ref=pd_aw_sim_200_of_6?ie=UTF8&dpID=41nF82oReML&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL130_SR130%2C85_&refRID=KWWAS5D1QNW393X4SQPQ

become more stable and upright ...

[emoji477]

For now this will do though...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/34307f765d97d464d1f7a0a15a0bcd1f.jpg

Swmbo thinks I've lost the plot...
"Mid life crisis..." she says...

[emoji23]

Ashmantle

25-05-2016, 07:19 PM

Well it worked great! Boiled a litre pan of water in about 5 mins. Really happy with it.13681

David_JAFO

26-05-2016, 05:16 PM

hello,
Not actually bought.. I raised a complaint with the manufacturer of walking shoes this week after receiving a pair of walking shoes (received as a gift). The laces that were already laced up inside the shoes, the laces one was shorter than the other & the 2nd was badly damaged shrivelled up looked like it had been damaged by heat of some sorts? I didn't receive spare laces but a roll of the same coloured paracord used for the laces free of charge. There must be over 5 meters of the cord. I'm good, so the remainder of the cord I'll put to good use for Bushcraft purposes might create some knots lanyards etc.. :wink:
Regards
David

Ehecatl

26-05-2016, 06:22 PM

I purchased a new chair.

The specifications from Amazon are:-

Specification:
Size(Folding): 56 x 60.5 65.5cm
Storage Pouch: 35 x 13 x 9cm
Color: Blue/Orange/Red/Dark Blue

It will seat up to 100kg (within that [currently]) and it weighs about just over half a bag of sugar (500g roughly).

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The best bit is, when I tried to get the dog to sit in it (the only model available currently), he slid out! So, he's not going to steal my chair again! :happy-clapping:

I suspect the legs will sink in on soft ground, but I can make some pads to avoid that or use other people's coffee mugs to slide over the legs.

The ruler was set to 40cm.

bopdude

26-05-2016, 07:38 PM

Nice but you won't get me outta my ripstop bushy al la rip off of Paul's lol

Woody

26-05-2016, 10:13 PM

Hello, so I bought one of these...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/3cad7189fc6bd3815fdc0d520b5c158c.jpg

And it arrived today. [emoji122]

I've been itching to try out my "new" IKEA stove and to use it, so with this brew kit I had the perfect excuse...
[emoji48]
Tempted the family out with a promise of hot chocolate out in the woods!!!😉

Chocolate is magic and so are the woods...
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/f12f30b0bc9480e6503c4ec4045ce4ea.jpg

I thought I'd try out some of the gifts kindly sent by David-JAFO , a while a go ...
Steel striker and quartz chunk , the charcloth is from the last batch I did back in winter...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/0f7820b0628cd2c509398cc844e8da81.jpg

I got the stove going in no time , got the ember on some dried birch bark paper , dry twigs and larch cones.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/a0228b2f221c7dc860b9cf7c6223342a.jpg

When it was all going well i loaded the kettle on...
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/d5689d42bec7e35c283445a1b88f8ec6.jpg

I made all 4 hot chocolates out of one load...

The kettle is awesome, sturdy and light, the vented lid sits perfectly on and the handle has a very good snapping lock.

The milk reached boiling point at just over 5 minutes... so very impressed with that.
The handle did not get hot, and the stove performed as well as the kettle!

The kettle has measurements in 4oz increments...
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160527/e6b6a28e23c0e06299236b93c5ed217b.jpg

Also , the kettle fits inside the IKEA stove nicely.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160527/558fe3989f90139564769e6c79bc5207.jpg

Sizes:
kettle is 100mm wide by 150mm tall

Cups (each):
90mm x 90mm
( outside measurement)

75mm wide x 80 mm tall
(inside measurement)

Chuffed as the kettle was only £15 from sports direct... Thank you for the tip off Humakt!!

(Link and thread here:
http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?p=133602)

And the stove was bought for 99 pence from the charity shop a while back.
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Now I need to make a drawstring leather bag to fit it all in.

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The lump of concrete was just there on the floor and I used it to stop the stove from scorching the new benches in our little spot... leave no trace!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/78bef0804240405e7c8d46159c5aaee8.jpg

FishyFolk

27-05-2016, 10:07 AM

Stop me!
Please!

Ok so I went to pick up some milk and bread at the supermarket...which is next to the new XXL superstore...4000 square meters of outdoors and sports gear that just opened in my town.
And I won 20£ in Lotto last weekend so I was in the plus!

And there it was, on the wall of knives and axes...the Øyo Viking Axe, 19.90£ on sale from 35£...MINE!, only MINE!!!!!

ANyway, the handles on these are rubbish, but sifting trough what was there I found one that had grain going from end to end, so I took that one.
It is sharpish, not the scary sharp you get from a Wetterlings or an Gränsfors bruk axe. This is after all just a mass produced tourist souvenir really.
But it looks like it will split wood far better than any knife, and in size and weight not much bigger than my Leuku.

I do however feel that my little wetterlings hatchet will be the one I take out, so I just may give thios one some love with some linseed oil, and
hide it in a drawer until the runt is old enough to have a go with it.

NO, NO chance, this thing is DANGEROUS....the force you have to use because of the useless grind, makes it dangerous for unexperienced users.

But been wanting one for years. After all, it says "viking axe" on the box. Comes with a drawstring axe max...

I'll hang it on the wall, and leave it there.

Anyway, these guys tells what it is.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avq82x9z0MI

Woody

27-05-2016, 05:14 PM

Having a shop like that so close to home is just trouble
.. I feel for you Rune.
Will power test for sure. 😃

FishyFolk

27-05-2016, 05:26 PM

Having a shop like that so close to home is just trouble
.. I feel for you Rune.
Will power test for sure. ��

They have everything a modern hobby bushcrafter can wish for, from first aid kits to 30-06 hunting rifles. Fishing gear, all the Norwegian knives, axes, bows, tents, tarps all the most popular gas and multifuel stoves, clothes, sleeping bags, GPS, maps, compasses, horse and dog stuff, bicycles, everything! And all sold at internett prices. The seller today told me that if you find anything we sell on the internet cheaper from a Norwegian outlet, we will match the price. There is simply no need to pay for postage anymore. I will just check prices online before I buy at this place. :-)

The Brittish soldiers who come here for winter training every year will go nuts in there :-)

David_JAFO

27-05-2016, 05:49 PM

hello,
Rune packing my bags moving to Norway.. bus Glasgow to Muckle Flugga kayak the rest.. I'm now too old for BFPO I could ask the Ministry of Defence if I could go on a Arctic Warfare Cadre refresher course.. :p
Regards
David

FishyFolk

27-05-2016, 06:29 PM

As you mentions kayak...the neighbour store is allmost the same size amd opened last week....in there you find everything from pipe wrenches to sit-on-top fishing kayaks...I was drooling at one today. A plastic-fantastic wonder with four fishing rod holders, ready fixing for a fish finder etc...250£ :-)
The only reason I don't own one right now, is that up here you also need a dry suit...that will costy me 500£....

https://www.jula.no/catalog/fritid/bat-og-maritime-produkter/bater-og-motorer/gummibater/kajakk-650399/

OakAshandThorn

30-05-2016, 05:51 PM

I've bought quite a lot recently...

3 tick keys, 3 pairs of merino hiker socks from Wigwam, 1 pair of hike/trek Darn Tough (Vermont) socks, 1 pair of fox River liner socks (to wear under merino for extra wicking), Frog Togs Pro Action rain pants, Columbia Roamer Omni-Tech rain pants, some Dr. Scholl's Moleskin Plus, 2 Silky replacement 170mm blades (fine and medium teeth), Easy USA sport sandal-boots, a bottle of Campsuds, White Sierra hiking trousers, Bog's Tumalo waterproof boots, and an Etekcity Ultralight stove with piezoelectric ingition (bargain-buy at $10).

David_JAFO

30-05-2016, 08:50 PM

hello Woody,
This might interest you http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?9235-Stanley-pot-mod I've seen a similar set up recently, using what looked like silver galvanised wire, couldn't have been thicker than 3mm (resembled brake cord)? made with adjustable wire rope grips, slightly Heath Robinson but it did work.. :p
Regards
David

Hello, so I bought one of these... *edited for length.. :ashamed:

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/3cad7189fc6bd3815fdc0d520b5c158c.jpg

Woody

30-05-2016, 10:55 PM

Good one David, thank you.
Sounds like a great idea.
Might just do that! Got some brake cable leftover from the old Zebra...

😃

Woody

01-06-2016, 11:58 AM

I got me one of these....

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160601/aad26d202f72a3889927243f5b55af95.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160601/b66d55005d290f6b414da6d1e31fc051.jpg

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321710665567

http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=321710665567&category=16036&pm=1&ds=0&t=1464778736735

Love the fact it comes in a little bag, and I can just use locally sourced poles for a tripod.

Can't wait to use it....

FishyFolk

01-06-2016, 02:35 PM

New little wood burning stove delivered this morning, Chinese fleabay, £7.99 inc postage...it was rude not to order it!

Nice build quality, lightweight and fits together just great. Heading out for a wild camp tonight so I will see how it fares.

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Mine arrived right now, looks like a nice piece of kit, and it went straight into my grab bag for testing.
But I am doing my exam in Scientific Research metod right now...a one week slog trough research design, statistics, and analyses...doing the statistics part now, so back to explaining what a type I and a Type II error is...luckily the exam is classedas a home exam, with all available sources allowed. So Google here I come!

David_JAFO

01-06-2016, 07:32 PM

hello,
Nice one.. 1 previous owner the Spanish Inquisition "no one expected the Spanish Inquisition.." :p https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFx8ctO7OEc
:oops: I'll get me coat..
Regards
David

I got me one of these....

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160601/aad26d202f72a3889927243f5b55af95.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160601/b66d55005d290f6b414da6d1e31fc051.jpg

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321710665567

http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=321710665567&category=16036&pm=1&ds=0&t=1464778736735

Love the fact it comes in a little bag, and I can just use locally sourced poles for a tripod.

Can't wait to use it....

Woody

01-06-2016, 07:38 PM

No one ever expects the Spanish inquisition!!!

Now every time I use this I'll remember that sketch!!!! 😂
Cheers David

Midge_Fodder

02-06-2016, 09:16 PM

A gransfors bruks wildlife hatchet.

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Woody

12-08-2016, 11:51 PM

Time to ressurect this old thread me thinks...
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160812/d40a389ded5f74e1bb86c9b81ba06ce1.jpg

I realised that woody jr. (And his sister) have been playing a lot more with fire these days... supervised of course!

And as they both now have their little FSK each (available only under supervision...) we will be practising primitive and natural fire lighting skills as level2 on this subject.

Very kindly, David-Jafo gifted us with quite a selection on natural tinders, carbon steel strikers and marcasite as well as iron pyrite and ferrocium rods a few months back... Which I personally can't wait to start playing with!!!
So now 2 weeks off work and some time to hone skills , play and camp out has finally come!!!

...And so, I decided to buy this , as my normal FAK lacked some of these items...
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160813/5091d47d702ccb319a81a3ab4adec25f.jpg

A bit of fire awareness and safety talks have had a great effect on them as well as the fun and excitement of starting natural tinders with steel and flint or a fresnel lense....

Rather than ordering it all separate from Evilbay or Big River trading, which would be a pain, I ordered ( a standard burns 1st aid kit) straight from St.Johns ambulance in one neat package just over £20 ! Whilst at the same time supporting their charity...

I am qualified first aid (L3) and have renewed and updated courses every 3 years for the last 12.
and it's just nice to have all of the gear to hand just in case ...

Is this prepping? Sure .

Failing to prepare is preparing to fail, as someone said before...

That's my excuse anyway....
;)

midas

13-08-2016, 04:09 PM

that seem a very good kit..woody.at a reasonable price.
n when off road.outside help isnt on hand.

FishyFolk

13-08-2016, 04:32 PM

Since photography is what brings me out there these days...

A new ball head for my tripod, an L bracket for the same, plus a monopod with ball head.
All as a b-day present from the Wife :-)

Oh yeah, and a Master class in landscape photography :-)

Woody

13-08-2016, 07:43 PM

that seem a very good kit..woody.at a reasonable price.
n when off road.outside help isnt on hand.
Exactly! I'll put a link up in a bit, so to list contents , etc.

I thought it quite a modest price too for what it is...

I made an error in previous post, it wasn't just under £20 it was just over...
link:

http://stjohnsupplies.co.uk/products/First-aid-kits/Burns-kits/New-Standard-burn-kit

jus_young

15-08-2016, 10:21 PM

Have been using that same kit for a few years now along with a comprehensive First Aid Kit from them. Has served me well and come to the rescue of even a few strangers when camping. Also first aid trained but recently undertook a level 5 including remote outdoor and emergency situation management. Very interesting course.

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Woody

18-08-2016, 01:42 AM

KaiTheIronHound

30-08-2016, 10:34 AM

Bought a Condor Mini Duku Parang. Will be testing it out tomorrow, maybe take some pictures if i can rope in one of the family!

OakAshandThorn

16-09-2016, 10:32 PM

T^ HAHAHAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!! I have landed the gold mine.... :jumping-joy:
It cost me $150, but I landed a vintage US made crosscut saw (with the original handles) and in very good condition It's almost as if the saw was used a few times and then put away. It has some surface rust, but that's about it...can't wait to see what the patina looks like. My supervisor, who restores and maintains crosscuts himself, gave it a two thumbs up :D. I don't have pictures as of yet, but I'll get around to that next week. ;)

shepherd

22-09-2016, 06:27 PM

another shotgun... i dont why.. i dont need one,... but its another to add to the collection... old side by side... i may use it for flighting ducks some nights in the future if i get bored with my semi auto :p

bopdude

22-09-2016, 08:18 PM

Just got a Ti-Goat large, not the cylinder type, the box, gonna burn it in this weekend, it's light and small pack size, very :D

Woody

27-09-2016, 01:01 AM

Just got a bargain last week...
Got a mint condition OG Karrimor SF 60-100 ltr with 2 of the PLC side zip up pouches of about 15 ltrs each with it as well as the rain cover.

£100 off Gumtree

I've been after a big rucksack for longer trips as me and the boy are training for a long , long walk sometime next year... I though we could do it this Autumn but failing to prepare is preparing to fail as they say...

So this was a nice bargain

FishyFolk

27-10-2016, 03:37 PM

Just made the coup of the year, and it will last me a lifetime if I play my cards right, *evil grin*

Just picked up a pair of Norwegian army M-77 combat boots for next to nothing at the local charity shop.
Now these are sold on the civillian market as well, for a princely sum. To much for me as I have a pair or two of perfectly good boots,
so getting a pair of M-77 have been on the back burner as my "next" pair of boots.

But what makes the pair I purchased now stand out however, is the brand carved into the underside, which not only marks them as
original M-77 boots, but it also marks thamas made for the army. Which means that anyone still in uniform can walk into an army depot
and have them replaced by a new pair when the old ones are worn out. So as long as I know somebody still in the service, I will have
free boots :happy-clapping:

Han having done my time for King and Country, I do not have an inch of bad concience over it :-)

bopdude

27-10-2016, 09:00 PM

Boots for life lol, nice one mate :)

Woody

28-10-2016, 10:00 AM

That's cool! Brand new boots in the pipeline then...
👍

FishyFolk

28-10-2016, 10:21 AM

Not yet, these where just about walked in, soft and nice, while new ones are stiff as concrete and a nightmare to get walked in. In the army the lads where desperate if issued a brand new pair. But we normally where issued two pairs. One brand new, that where worn with the "Christmass tree" (the unifom with all the medals and bling) only, and kept spit polished at all times. Perhaps just worn on base for a few days to get the worst of the stiffness out. And the other pair, well worn, soft and nice, and comfy for everyday use.

But once the soles are worn out (happens in a couple of years as they are so soft, to be slippery proof), I can get some friend to change them into a new slightly worn pair :-)

Woody

28-10-2016, 10:27 AM

FishyFolk

28-10-2016, 01:10 PM

Either way, great result!
..and by the way , good to hear you're back and sounds like you're feeling better!
May your recovery be swift ! ��

Much better now. The problem now is fatigue, but out walking every morning as I walk the runt to school. So that gives me about a km, with lots of up-hill.
Going to extend it by walking the forest home, once I am sure I can do it.

Basically I am back to zero. My body has nothing to give, so it is all mind.

Ehecatl

10-11-2016, 01:50 PM

A pair of Thinsulate shooting gloves, a folding sleeping mat and a large belt pouch (belt included).

Thumbcrusher

10-11-2016, 05:59 PM

Alpkit Hunka XL bivvy bag.

jus_young

12-11-2016, 12:15 AM

Land Rover Freelander.

Sometimes you just have to get a new toy and this one is for shipping all my camping gear around. It's old, cheap and begging for some upgrades!

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Ripvanwinkle

12-11-2016, 10:19 AM

Just took delivery of a sexy hammock and tarp from America can't wait till next weekend to try them out.

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Ehecatl

12-11-2016, 10:41 AM

FishyFolk

12-11-2016, 05:27 PM

Not the sort of item you can easily sneak past the Mrs. :shocked:

"Oh that old thing, I've had it for aaaaages!" :cool:

Jak

05-12-2016, 07:46 AM

Just bought a second hand, MSR XGK 11, not bush craft kit I know, but it's been pleasing bringing it and the pump back to life?

FishyFolk

05-12-2016, 03:50 PM

Just bought a second hand, MSR XGK 11, not bush craft kit I know, but it's been pleasing bringing it and the pump back to life?

It's bush craft kit in my book. A stove like that is the only option in the mountains here in winter. And knowing what kit you need to survive or thrive out there, and knowing when to use it, and not least how, including how to fix it is certainly bushcraft. It's not all sticks and stones.

bopdude

06-12-2016, 07:36 AM

Cold weather gear, lots of cold weather gear from Mukluk's to Possum Beanie's and M39 wool trousers to Titanium wood burning stove for a hot tent Varanger 4-6 person.

Woody

06-12-2016, 06:48 PM

Cold weather gear, lots of cold weather gear from Mukluk's to Possum Beanie's and M39 wool trousers to Titanium wood burning stove for a hot tent Varanger 4-6 person.
You'd think you're going to the Arctic or something... 😀

bopdude

06-12-2016, 06:50 PM

You'd think you're going to the Arctic or something... ��

LOL yeah, must update the thread soon, less than 7 weeks to go, kit wise, I'm almost there, final few bits to buy and a few bits I'm hiring :(

Woody

06-12-2016, 07:18 PM

LOL yeah, must update the thread soon, less than 7 weeks to go, kit wise, I'm almost there, final few bits to buy and a few bits I'm hiring :(
I must admit, I've been following the thread and it's been quite interesting, especially on the amount of kit needed.
Some nice useful tips too...
Do look forward to seeing and reading the trip report! I bet you're all itching to go now...
👍

bopdude

06-12-2016, 07:42 PM

I must admit, I've been following the thread and it's been quite interesting, especially on the amount of kit needed.
Some nice useful tips too...
Do look forward to seeing and reading the trip report! I bet you're all itching to go now...
��

Chomping at the bit :)

jus_young

25-12-2016, 11:53 PM

Some extra bits for the rifle courtesy of Santa

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FishyFolk

26-12-2016, 06:30 PM

Well, well, no fire pit for my, but the old charcoal grill has seen it's best days, so that will be a conversion :-)
I allready have a nice tripod with a grill rack. So setting up that when lighter days are coming.

But I did rack in a 100£ gift card, that can be spent in any shop in town, and I need a new pair of trail shoes, and the after Yule sale starts tomorrow :-)
Else it was nothing bushcrafty, appart form a pair of wool socks. The runt scored a nice kick sled though, and he's been out on it since as we finally got some fresh snow
during the hollidays.

Anyone else get anything nice?

Woody

03-01-2017, 11:27 PM

Wool socks again... 👍
Oh and a Merino wool thermal vest to add to the others....

FishyFolk

23-01-2017, 04:02 PM

TAD 5.0 softshell jacket.

My old green TAD 4.0 jacket is just as fine as it was, I'm just getting another color, Coffee brown is more civy looking than Army green. :-)
Got tired of questions if i was working in the forces, as the army recently adopted a similar designed soft shell jacket...
So this will be my everyday jacket, and my old green one I'll use for when in the forrest. That way I have one that I do not have to worry if it smells like a forrest fire.

Lonewolf44

24-01-2017, 03:10 PM

Solo Scientific Aurora Firesteel. I will be often going close to the sea so I picked this one to cover it from salt. Plus it can be used on its own, having its own striking blade. Not to mention I just love the design. I don't know if SS is the original producer cause I've seen different companies doing that fire steel which means some of them must be fake. Im not much of a gear freak anyways, if it works then it works :)
Also, Rite in the Rain notebook, but I don't think there is something better/worse to pick from. Just a notebook, right?

FishyFolk

24-01-2017, 03:52 PM

In my book a fire steel is only fake if it does not produce sparks... :-)

Pootle

24-01-2017, 08:28 PM

I like the rite in the rain note books. I've used cheaper ones and some have been fine but some have fallen apart a bit.

FishyFolk

28-01-2017, 09:43 PM

You all know what a fan I am of wool, but to tell the truth, 90% of the time i wear fleece, simply beacosue wool is heavy, and most o fthe time to warm to wear.
The wife recently bought a very nice, thick fleece jacket for herself, me and runt for 9£ each at the Jula store...think the Liedl of hardware stores, lol
Anyway they are isanely warm. The runt fell asleep on the sofa this evening, so I put mine over him as a blanket. And when I later carried him to bed, he was sweating like piglet over i a fire :-)

SteveW

29-01-2017, 01:56 AM

A Lixada Portable Stainless Steel Lightweight Folding Wood Stove Pocket Stove from Amazon. Gave it a test burn and so far so good. It assembles much faster and easier than the previous model, so far I like it.

FishyFolk

07-02-2017, 07:12 PM

Got that Tad 5 softshell jacket today. And the color made all the diffence. My old Tad 4 was millitary green, and the army uses a similar designed jacket. And
that made me feel self concious wearing it in public for some reason. But this one is a dark brown so I do not have that issue. It is silly really. But the old one is still in good condition and
is now my designated fishing jacket, as that is a situation where I do not care much what I am wearing.

Lonewolf44

08-02-2017, 02:00 PM

FishyFolk

08-02-2017, 02:53 PM

Nice jacket. FishyFolk is Telemark backpack easy to get in Norway?

I just bought Mora Companion Heavy Duty MG version. Ill leave Helle knives for times I will have too much money and too much kit, now ill stick to that. 12$.

Mora and Helle uses the same steel in many of the knives, so that will be perfectly fine. The extra you pay for in a Helle are just looks and brand name really.

On the Telemark backpack....do you mean the one from Bergans? The answer depends on what model and size you want I guess, but Bergans backpacks are very common here.

FishyFolk

08-02-2017, 04:57 PM

A cheap set of leather working tools that will be used once for repairing the sheath for my Enzo knife.

and a King KW65 #1000/#6000 grit japanese whetstone. + some polishing compound for my paddle strop.
As what I have gathered King stones is supposedly not the king of the hill when it comes to whet stones from the Empire of Japan, but
it is what I could afford at the moment, and I am certain it will get the job done well enough for me...unless
the usual thing happens...I get bitten by the shiny kit syndrome and go maniac...

ANyway, it will be a break from my suual mantra that the cheap 4$ stones are good enough (they are)...I jsyt want to try something new :-)

jus_young

08-02-2017, 09:53 PM

I use a King stone and find it more than adequate. Gets the blades sharp enough to keep the wife covered in plasters anyway!

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Woody

09-02-2017, 10:27 PM

The king stones are just fine actually...
Keeping them from freezing temperatures and also truing them flat before each session is imperative though...

Good choice on kit purchases Rune!👍👍

FishyFolk

27-04-2017, 01:47 PM

I went in to town to buy a new frying pan for my Trangia 27 Storm kitchen as the non-stuck pan that came with it when I bought the set for £4,50 at the local Salvation Army charity shop last year,
was completely worn out down to the bare metal....not healthy to use.

And came out of the XXL store with an Optimus Nova mulitifuel stove with a conversion kit that allows me to take off the burner unit, and use it in my Trangia kitchen :-)

Tried it today and will make a separate post with pictures etc later tonight.

Anyway I wanted a beter stove than the alcohol burner for the trangia kit for a long time. Trangia makes a multifuel burner for it. Rhat cost 1399NOK. And the Optimus NOVA cost 1299NOK.
The conversion kit was 59 NOK, and is made by Trangia for the Optimus Nova and the Optimus Nova + :-)

It was a simple task of unscrewing the burner unit, and disconnect the hose and controll valve spindle with thge supplied multi-tool from the burner, and then install the conversion kit. (3 minute job including some faffing).

The burner itself boiled a 1 litre in 5 minutes on charcoal ligher fluid, with a clean burn.

Simmer controll is not up to Optimus 111 standards, but is workable. Allso very light weight and small package, and came with an excellent pouch with pockets for all the extras inside.
Cant be used with gas canisters, but I have burners for those, so if that is my option I'll just bring one of those.

Oh and it also came with a nice aluminium wind screen :-)

FishyFolk

01-05-2017, 09:49 PM

After buying that stove, ther ewas still a few coins at the bottom of the jar, so I went on Ebay in ordered som extra molle pouches for the new backpack.
1. A radio pouch for my VHF radio. Got a set of VHF radios last year for coms between home and when I am in the boat. Started to bring it into the hills as well.
2. A pouch for my 32oz nalgene bottle and ollicamp cup.
3. A pouch for the fuel bottle for the stove, so I don't have to carry that inside the backpack. That way if it leaks, it wont go into my food/kit.
4. another magazine throw pouch, come possibles pouch. I love these and only cost 5£. They have a draw string opening and I keep them on my belt or attach them to my go bag, and us ethem for collecting stuff I find on my way, like tinders, quartz for fire making, berries to munch on, or to add to my whatever I cook etc.
and finally a foldable wind screen for the new stove, as I did not like the one they supplied with the Optimus Nova. The wind simply blew it away, and that simply won't do. But I may utilize the Nova windscreen in the new alcohol stove that I intend to use with my GI Canteen set.

I am crazy...

bopdude

01-05-2017, 10:01 PM

Like it all.

And yes, you are :D

Ehecatl

12-10-2017, 03:40 PM

Just been to visit brother in law in South Wales. On a trip out, we went through Sarnau and there's an army surplus shop there. It would have been rude not to stop, so we did. This is the sort of environment where I forage well. Quite soon I had spotted a PLCE long back 100 ltr bergen, complete with side pouches - in olive green!!!!! :jumping-joy:

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These do not often crop up, so....... I bought it. So, my stuff will now go in the green bergen and the dog's stuff can go in the cammo bergen (he's a lucky boy!)

FishyFolk

12-10-2017, 05:08 PM

Well done to both you and the pooch :-)

Woody

12-10-2017, 07:19 PM

Splashed out on this...
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Been wanting a swanndri for ages , I don't regret it .... What a beast of a shirt...

Bring on the ice and snow!!
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Ehecatl

01-11-2017, 12:48 PM

A block of green polishing compound (for stropping my knife).

rik_uk3

01-11-2017, 03:01 PM

Another dehydrator

Pootle

02-11-2017, 08:06 AM

Another dehydratorI've got a dehydrator coming for Christmas. I've never used one before so quite excited to have a play.

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Tigger004

09-11-2017, 03:02 PM

I've be thinking of a dehydrator, this year I had a glut of Chillies, Scotch bonnets and Habaneros, took me two complete days in an oven and a very toxic atmosphere,

How good are they and what to look out for, or could you recommend one?

Another dehydrator

rik_uk3

10-11-2017, 07:27 PM

Chillies ? pickle them or dry them.

Sundowner

16-11-2017, 10:25 PM

Ordered this one this morning

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Ehecatl

01-12-2017, 03:14 PM

These to hang my tarp from a ridge line:

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These to fold the tarp ends together to make a cosy tent shape.
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Sundowner

01-12-2017, 10:49 PM

Just can't help myself. This will help me when I, as always, forget my water bottle in the car.......
http://www.tamarackoutdoors.co.uk/Mobile/MBSCProduct.asp?PdtID=22476438

Sundowner

01-12-2017, 11:24 PM

Got to get me this one too....
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Ehecatl

11-12-2017, 09:20 AM

These to hang my tarp from a ridge line:

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These to fold the tarp ends together to make a cosy tent shape.
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The little ridgeline clips worked a treat.

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The tarp clips did too. I used them to pinch the inside of the tarp together. I also discovered another use for them. I had a ridge line running under the tarp, just above my hammock, over which I hung a wool blanket that was draped either side of my hammock. The tarp clips held the blanket to the ridge line so the blanket would remain in place.