What Have You Bought Now!!!??? [Archive] - Page 3

Notredame11211

06-07-2011, 07:15 AM

Got financed today, picking her up tomorrow. :)

http://images.autocatch.com/537378_10029194224da0ba3a20a0d-640x480.jpg

1999 Toyota 4Runner in amazing shape, just under $5400! Lots of bushwhacking/bushcraft/fishing/rock abusing potential!!!

Very nice find Mike! It should give you many years of service

Martin

06-07-2011, 09:24 AM

Wow, must be the most expensive Bushcraft purchase on this thread. And, what did your good lady say about this 'must have' bushcraft item? ;)

Martin

Silverback

06-07-2011, 09:25 AM

Got financed today, picking her up tomorrow. :)

1999 Toyota 4Runner in amazing shape, just under $5400! Lots of bushwhacking/bushcraft/fishing/rock abusing potential!!!

If it was the UK you wouldnt manage to do any of those - No 1 it would cost you more than that to fill it up and No 2 the roads are blocked solid most of the time.........What are the immigration rules like for Canada ? ;)

cuppa joe

06-07-2011, 09:52 AM

serious. 4 days out of each pair Right way round and right side out, right way round but inside out, back to front right side out, and lastly back to front insidie out;)

Thats craaazy ha ha ...funny Sapper.

Adam Savage

06-07-2011, 01:32 PM

Regatta Nelson microfleece...

http://feedback.dare2b.com/altViews/RC_RC/large/RMA028_Alt_view_3.jpg

Regatta moorpark jacket...

http://images-eu.amazon.com/images/P/B003AOAI32.02.LZZZZZZZ.jpg

Sea to Summit kitchen bits...

http://www.completeoutdoors.co.uk/images/products/7038/kitchenbits.jpg

Coleman F1 Lite...

http://media.thesimplygroup.com/ColemanF1LiteStove/13498/1.jpg

cuppa joe

06-07-2011, 01:47 PM

Adam Savage

06-07-2011, 01:55 PM

Nice looking fleece...I like regatta gear its really good value for money ,I bought a Regatta defiance fleece last year and a waterproof xert performance softshell...really well fitting and does the job very well Also have a packaway Regatta Mantle jacket still going strong 3 years on.

Will be interesting to see how good the isotex fabric is on the jacket. I have a craghoppers aquadry jacket that performs really well, but it's not very well insulated. Hopefully the regatta can fill in for both jobs. If not I have the micofleece to pop on under it lol.

CanadianMike

06-07-2011, 02:39 PM

Very nice find Mike! It should give you many years of service

Thanks, serious score on my part....... no body rust!

Wow, must be the most expensive Bushcraft purchase on this thread. And, what did your good lady say about this 'must have' bushcraft item? ;)

Martin

When I post, I try to make a BIG statement. Lol, actually my good lady is excited for me because a lot of dreams and my want of a 4Runner has been fullfilled, and the excitement of seeing me pouring over 4x4 videos last night. Lol

If it was the UK you wouldnt manage to do any of those - No 1 it would cost you more than that to fill it up and No 2 the roads are blocked solid most of the time.........What are the immigration rules like for Canada ? ;)

Lol, dunno, but you are part of the Commonwealth, so they might let you hang around here for a bit. :)

scorpian

06-07-2011, 10:38 PM

:shocked:aaaarhg, been spending loads on ebay, but got a lot of quality kit:

Danner arcadia boots
2 x combat survival tins (complete)
snugpa Stratosphere Hooped Bivi tent
dpm issue basha, ( got one already and its awesome)
millbank bag
Arktis waterproof trousers

now the aaaaargh bit, checked my bank balence, :oops:
still whats life without a little adventure, just hpe the bank agrees....... hee hee.

Martin

06-07-2011, 11:10 PM

JEEP

07-07-2011, 04:59 PM

Trangia 27 kettle
Trangia 27 nylon pouch (I use these for many purposes, they are cheap - yet high quality)
Trangia simmering ring (I busted one the other day)
LMF Firesteel Scout w. oak handle
LMF Firesteel Armt w. oak handle
A pair of cheap leather bbq gloves (for handeling pots etc. over fire)

J_P

07-07-2011, 06:25 PM

jupiter bivvi bag, flectarn basha

Adam Savage

07-07-2011, 06:32 PM

Magellan GPS 315, used from fleabay = £37 with free P&P
Inc European mapping software, canvas case, manual

http://www.bctech.fr/gps/images/m315.jpeg

Martin

07-07-2011, 06:33 PM

Magellan GPS 315, used from fleabay = £37 with free P&P
Inc European mapping software, canvas case, manual

Nice one Adam, looks like a nice unit. :)

Martin

Adam Savage

07-07-2011, 06:38 PM

Nice one Adam, looks like a nice unit. :)

Martin

The reviews and specs seem to suggest a quality unit. Only accurate to 15m, but that's good enough for my needs. Was going to go for the GPS 300, but that couldn't store as many waypoints or POIs, plus this one can be connected directly to a PC for programming, where the 300 can't. Will give it a good shake down when it arrives.

RobbC

07-07-2011, 07:27 PM

Looks like a nice gadget, although i think i prefer old fasioned map and compass :)

Robb

Adam Savage

07-07-2011, 07:36 PM

Looks like a nice gadget, although i think i prefer old fasioned map and compass :)

Robb

I've always used "map n magnet" before too, but after watching Martin play with his GPS at the weekend, I thought it may be a good idea for vast open moorland (especially fog bound), dense forrest and snowy peaks. Just to double check current position. Also, when programmed with waypoints before hand, it saves refolding a map or buying multiple maps for those rarely travelled regions.

Martin

07-07-2011, 08:24 PM

Looks like a nice gadget, although i think i prefer old fasioned map and compass :)

Robb

I'd never go into open countryside without a map and compass Robb. However, with the gps, I can pinpoint my exact position instantly and then check that position on the map. It means I spend more time enjoying the surroundings than studying the map.

That said, you are quite right Robb. There is absolutely no substitute for a map, compass and the knowledge of how to use them properly. You'd be amazed at the number of people who don't know what to do with them.

Martin

Silverback

07-07-2011, 09:09 PM

You'd be amazed at the number of people who don't know what to do with them.

I wouldn't. Picked a few of em up in my time and no doubt it will continue

Silverback

07-07-2011, 09:10 PM

Bought a budget hickory handled 26" felling axe today as a project - pics when finished

comanighttrain

07-07-2011, 09:27 PM

I've seen people heading up ben nevis with a 6 pack and a packet of sandwiches, wearing naught but sandals and some beach shorts...

I absolutely expect some all the gear but not idea types to be unable to use a map and compass

Adam Savage

07-07-2011, 10:20 PM

Bought a budget hickory handled 26" felling axe today as a project - pics when finished

Is it a Helko by any chance?

Silverback

07-07-2011, 11:38 PM

Is it a Helko by any chance?

no, hasnt got a name. Painted with tatty varnish and paint and the head needs work but i think we can get there.

Adam Savage

07-07-2011, 11:47 PM

no, hasnt got a name. Painted with tatty varnish and paint and the head needs work but i think we can get there.

Cool. Is it gold painted? red? or black? lol it's like an interrogation, just nicer haha.

Silverback

08-07-2011, 12:03 AM

Cool. Is it gold painted? red? or black? lol it's like an interrogation, just nicer haha.

Black. My hatchet was orange, its now plain wood and steel

Adam Savage

08-07-2011, 12:08 AM

Black. My hatchet was orange, its now plain wood and steel

Ahhh, if it's the B&Q felling axe (normally black) they are great steel and take/hold a good edge. I had the small B&Q hatchet, but did the same as you, polished off the black, wire wooled the varnish off, and oiled the handle instead.

scorpian

08-07-2011, 12:10 AM

Wow!! That's some gucci gear there mate. Let us know how it works out when you get to use it all for the first time. :)

Martin

T^well i have used millbank bags in the past, and still prefer them today over modern water filters, simple to use and nothing much to get wrong!
as for basha, the dpm military issue is as good as i have found, they have ample suspension points, waterproof seam, and as a bonus the grab handles down the side and the centre seam allow it to be used as an emergency stretcher, i always carry one with me when taking the young people i work with on hikes/outdoor activities, and its big enough to use as an impromptu bothy if the weather suddenly catches you out, have got four people in one before now.
the danner boots are a replacement for my well worn matterhorns, i hear the SBS love danners, so they should be bloddy good, tough without the weight of some boots.

regards-Steve
Steve

Woodwose

08-07-2011, 03:56 PM

Will be interesting to see how good the isotex fabric is on the jacket. I have a craghoppers aquadry jacket that performs really well, but it's not very well insulated. Hopefully the regatta can fill in for both jobs. If not I have the micofleece to pop on under it lol.

I've got a Reggatta jacket in hydrafort, been happy with it so far. There sizing seems to be on the small side. In the world of kit snobbery, Reggata seems to be looked down on compared to your Berghaus and such. I like there stuff, works well for me.

Adam Savage

08-07-2011, 06:10 PM

I've got a Reggatta jacket in hydrafort, been happy with it so far. There sizing seems to be on the small side. In the world of kit snobbery, Reggata seems to be looked down on compared to your Berghaus and such. I like there stuff, works well for me.

If it does the job then it'll do for me lol. Have worn the adventuretec fleece a couple times now, and like you say, the sizing is a little on the tight side. It's a large, but the cuffs on the sleeves are so tight you can only just get your hand through them. Rolling them up is completely out of the question. May have to adapt them slightly with some sew on velcro tabs...

scorpian

08-07-2011, 07:20 PM

If it does the job then it'll do for me lol. Have worn the adventuretec fleece a couple times now, and like you say, the sizing is a little on the tight side. It's a large, but the cuffs on the sleeves are so tight you can only just get your hand through them. Rolling them up is completely out of the question. May have to adapt them slightly with some sew on velcro tabs...

:evilgrin:or cut down to two shredded wheat instead of three a day, and shrink them manly muscles:tongue:

Adam Savage

08-07-2011, 07:23 PM

:evilgrin:or cut down to two shredded wheat instead of three a day, and shrink them manly muscles:tongue:

lol

Adam Savage

09-07-2011, 01:17 PM

Wooo, the GPS arrived today, in mint condition. So far accuracy is within 5 metres, and even on the path outside my house, with houses both sides of the road plus trees, it can track 8-9 satellites. Very happy ;)

LeeSunny

09-07-2011, 06:32 PM

i just got some craghoppers from trago.
i pair craghoppers base camp trousers
1 craghoppers jumper
and from the sports shop in torquay i got karrimor peaks walking shoes

all this for £60

comanighttrain

10-07-2011, 11:22 AM

5 replica rations from https://www.armyrations.co.uk/ . Looking forward to some dog turd on brown biscuits. will report

Adam Savage

10-07-2011, 12:34 PM

5 replica rations from https://www.armyrations.co.uk/ . Looking forward to some dog turd on brown biscuits. will report

mmmmmmm biscuit browns.

JEEP

10-07-2011, 03:01 PM

This little baby; http://www.flickr.com/photos/jakobeep/5922079110/

(No, I am not going to use it)

LeeSunny

10-07-2011, 03:16 PM

nice, i like knifes

Adam Savage

11-07-2011, 03:47 PM

comanighttrain

11-07-2011, 04:06 PM

not a bad wee find there dude

Adam Savage

11-07-2011, 04:14 PM

not a bad wee find there dude

Martin bought my attention to it on the Ten Tors Challenge. He knows everything he does lol.

JEEP

11-07-2011, 05:24 PM

Ron Thompson 10" 10-40 g Steelhead Pro rod + som lures etc.
4,5 L Trangia pot w. lid (the Trangia fits snugly inside the pot and the pot can be used on the Trangia 25 aswell as over open fire)

cuppa joe

11-07-2011, 08:20 PM

Tesco Ultra-Lite sleeping bag.The Ultra-Lite Mummy single sleeping bag is ultra lightweight. It has a 290 tog micro polyester ripstop shell with a 290 tog polyester lining and a 225g/m² single layer goose down filling.

http://direct.tesco.com/pi/Enlarge/5/AW08200-7415TPS331890.jpg

Im thinking about getting this ,already have a defence 4 ...brilliant quality.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120744632974&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Adam Savage

11-07-2011, 08:26 PM

Im thinking about getting this ,already have a defence 4 ...brilliant quality.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120744632974&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Some nice features on that bag. £40 is a good price for it too.

cuppa joe

11-07-2011, 08:32 PM

Some nice features on that bag. £40 is a good price for it too.

http://www.carinthiashop.com/en/scripts/podrobnosti.php?IDZ=139. its the best bag ive owned.

Adam Savage

11-07-2011, 08:36 PM

http://www.carinthiashop.com/en/scripts/podrobnosti.php?IDZ=139. its the best bag ive owned.

Little on the heavy side for me lol. A quality product though, none the less.

Silverback

11-07-2011, 08:44 PM

Arktis Hot climate shirt in American Woodland cammo brand new in packet......... £7.99 BARGAIN !!

comanighttrain

12-07-2011, 09:14 AM

http://www.carinthiashop.com/en/scripts/podrobnosti.php?IDZ=139. its the best bag ive owned.

wow they look pretty neat! how much are they in £?

fish

12-07-2011, 09:35 AM

just baught a Aquaguard Eliminator Inline Hydration Filter from drinkSAFE-systems ( http://www.drinksafe-systems.co.uk/products.php )

that and a kelly kettle and ime sorted! anyone else tried these?

Martin

12-07-2011, 10:36 AM

just baught a Aquaguard Eliminator Inline Hydration Filter from drinkSAFE-systems ( http://www.drinksafe-systems.co.uk/products.php )

that and a kelly kettle and ime sorted! anyone else tried these?

I've got the Travel Tap from Drink Safe Systems. I love the simplicity of it but I am disappointed at the flow rate. When trying to fill containers with it, you seem to spend a lot of time and effort squeezing water through for minimal results.

Verdict; a good product but not 'The' solution to water filtration and purification. On my last trip to Dartmoor, where admitedly the water is very clean anyway, I used ClO2 tablets along with neutralising tablets and I found these to be superior in pretty much every way to the Travel Tap. It may be just me but I couldn't taste the chlorine tablets in the water, and I can only assume that they have come a long way from the chlorine tablets of old.

Would be interested in your experience of this system.

Martin

Adam Savage

12-07-2011, 10:50 AM

I've got the Travel Tap from Drink Safe Systems. I love the simplicity of it but I am disappointed at the flow rate. When trying to fill containers with it, you seem to spend a lot of time and effort squeezing water through for minimal results.

Verdict; a good product but not 'The' solution to water filtration and purification. On my last trip to Dartmoor, where admitedly the water is very clean anyway, I used ClO2 tablets along with neutralising tablets and I found these to be superior in pretty much every way to the Travel Tap. It may be just me but I couldn't taste the chlorine tablets in the water, and I can only assume that they have come a long way from the chlorine tablets of old.

Would be interested in your experience of this system.

Martin

I'm with Martin on the puritabs. I used Aquaclear tabs, without neutralising tabs, on that Dartmoor trip and noticed hardly any tastes. The taste that was there was easily bearable.

Martin

12-07-2011, 11:38 AM

I'm with Martin on the puritabs. I used Aquaclear tabs, without neutralising tabs, on that Dartmoor trip and noticed hardly any tastes. The taste that was there was easily bearable.

In fairness Adam, I don't think the neutralising tablets actually kill the taste, they neutralise the chlorine, thus stopping them from disinfecting your stomach. Obviously, we need the bugs and microbes in our gut to help us digest our food, and killing them with chlorine is not a great idea.

Martin

Adam Savage

12-07-2011, 11:48 AM

In fairness Adam, I don't think the neutralising tablets actually kill the taste, they neutralise the chlorine, thus stopping them from disinfecting your stomach. Obviously, we need the bugs and microbes in our gut to help us digest our food, and killing them with chlorine is not a great idea.

Martin

I thought the augaclear tabs self neutralised in that respect. I will have to look into this further, I fear I have been ignorant of such things lol.

Martin

12-07-2011, 11:59 AM

I thought the augaclear tabs self neutralised in that respect. I will have to look into this further, I fear I have been ignorant of such things lol.

Doh!! My mistake, the neutralising tabs actually are only about the taste. Apologies for misleading everyone.

http://www.safariquip.co.uk/all-categories/water-purification/lifesystems-neutralising-tablets-72/

Martin

Martin

12-07-2011, 12:02 PM

And, one more thing I've just learned. I have been using the ClO2 (Chlorine Dixoide) tabs which don't leave any after taste anyway. Looks like I've been wasting my money with the neutralising tablets. :(

Martin

Adam Savage

12-07-2011, 12:07 PM

Doh!! My mistake, the neutralising tabs actually are only about the taste. Apologies for misleading everyone.

http://www.safariquip.co.uk/all-categories/water-purification/lifesystems-neutralising-tablets-72/

Martin

Phew, have just been reading up on all the scientific test into sodium dichloroisocyanurate, and all I could find was it has less (if any) taste/smell than regular chlorine. All research states it is a safe and effective form of water purification (something to do with the controlled release of the chemical creating safe amounts of "free chlorine"), so I won't be needing that stomach pump after all. :)

jus_young

12-07-2011, 12:58 PM

Phew, have just been reading up on all the scientific test into sodium dichloroisocyanurate, and all I could find was it has less (if any) taste/smell than regular chlorine. All research states it is a safe and effective form of water purification (something to do with the controlled release of the chemical creating safe amounts of "free chlorine"), so I won't be needing that stomach pump after all. :)

Don't know about stomach pump, I think you would be cramming the old pro biotic yogurts down your throat

Adam Savage

12-07-2011, 01:15 PM

Don't know about stomach pump, I think you would be cramming the old pro biotic yogurts down your throat

mmmm, Danone...

jus_young

12-07-2011, 01:16 PM

mmmm, Danone...

Other brands of pro biotic yogurts are available...

Adam Savage

12-07-2011, 01:21 PM

Other brands of pro biotic yogurts are available...

I apologise. I was not implying any preference over a specific brand/manufacturer. All probiotic yogurts available meet the standards and claims of their respective advertising. "Natural Bushcraft has no opinion or preference over these products, nor does it imply superior quality of one product over another in this matter."

That should cover it :p

cuppa joe

12-07-2011, 01:21 PM

Does anyone have any thoughts on these ?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250839563304&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Adam Savage

12-07-2011, 01:42 PM

Does anyone have any thoughts on these ?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250839563304&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Thanks for bringing us back on topic CJ. Here (http://www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?1534-Clear2go-Water-purifier....Anybody-used-one&p=19057&viewfull=1#post19057) is the thread started about this product. Basically no one has used this exact product, but Martin (and possibly others) have used similar products.

Adam

cuppa joe

12-07-2011, 04:28 PM

Thanks Adam.

RobbC

12-07-2011, 04:37 PM

http://www.carinthiashop.com/en/scri...ti.php?IDZ=139. its the best bag ive owned.
Thats a sweet sleeping bag there CJ. How much is that in £? Edit- ignore that, just worked it out :)

Robb

JEEP

12-07-2011, 05:55 PM

Another 0,5 L Trangia safety bottle, this one is for white gas
Trangia pack strap

...I sure am getting a lot of stuff from Trangia these days

jbrown14

13-07-2011, 05:56 PM

I think Jakob would be the hands-down winner in a "biggest gear pile" contest. You're making me jealous, young man!

Today, I picked up a new headlamp (headtorch?) from EMS (Eastern Mountain Sports.) The Black Diamond Spot (http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en-us/shop/mountain/lighting/spot-headlamp?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=black%20diamond%20spot%20headlamp&utm_content=Spot_CopyGETQUALITYnodki&utm_campaign=Product-Lighting) headlamp.

Nicely sized, and great technical specs. I've been temporarily blinded by the center "double power" LED already...

LED Type : 1 DoublePower, 4 SinglePower (2 white, 2 red)
Lumens : 75
Max Distances : 70 m (DoublePower LED); 15 m (2 SinglePower LEDs)
Max Burn Time : 200 H (DoublePower LED); 250 H (2 SinglePower LEDs)
Batteries : 3 AAA included
Weight Without Batteries : 54 g (1.9 oz)

JEEP

13-07-2011, 06:28 PM

I think Jakob would be the hands-down winner in a "biggest gear pile" contest. You're making me jealous, young man!

I am the equivalent of your local crazy cat lady = crazy gear dude... :)

Todays additions to the pile:

Vango Halo 300; http://www.vango.co.uk/tents/halo-300.html - I have been needing a new tent for a while. After a lot of consideration I desided on this one. It is dead easy and very fast to pitch, quite weather resistant, very airy, plenty of space for two large persons + gear, not too heavy for two persons to carry and the price is quite good considering the quality

Lifeventure Collapsible Fabric Bowl; http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/cookware/collapsible-bowl.html - good for foraging, water collection, dishwashing, laundry, etc. I have a really really expensive one from Ortlieb which I never bring, because it is quite heavy and a pain to fold/pack

Lifeventure 650 ml and 100 ml Tritan Flasks; http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/cookware/tritan-flasks.html - good for oatmeal and other dry storeage aswell as - ofcourse - water

13 L Exped Fold Drybag; http://www.exped.com/exped/web/exped_homepage_int.nsf/0/822467D8F71C9A55C12575A20047AF3A?opendocument - product sample from a supplier (yay loot!) :D

Adam Savage

13-07-2011, 06:48 PM

I am the equivalent of your local crazy cat lady = crazy gear dude... :)

Todays additions to the pile:

Vango Halo 300; http://www.vango.co.uk/tents/halo-300.html - I have been needing a new tent for a while. After a lot of consideration I desided on this one. It is dead easy and very fast to pitch, quite weather resistant, very airy, plenty of space for two large persons + gear, not too heavy for two persons to carry and the price is quite good considering the quality

Lifeventure Collapsible Fabric Bowl; http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/cookware/collapsible-bowl.html - good for foraging, water collection, dishwashing, laundry, etc. I have a really really expensive one from Ortlieb which I never bring, because it is quite heavy and a pain to fold/pack

Lifeventure 650 ml and 100 ml Tritan Flasks; http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/cookware/tritan-flasks.html - good for oatmeal and other dry storeage aswell as - ofcourse - water

13 L Exped Fold Drybag; http://www.exped.com/exped/web/exped_homepage_int.nsf/0/822467D8F71C9A55C12575A20047AF3A?opendocument - product sample from a supplier (yay loot!) :D

Some nice items there Jakob. Looking at the exped sacks, I must say I like the looks of the shrink system. Have always found it hard to expell 100% of the air from other drysacks.

JEEP

13-07-2011, 07:02 PM

Some nice items there Jakob. Looking at the exped sacks, I must say I like the looks of the shrink system. Have always found it hard to expell 100% of the air from other drysacks.

Try looking at the LTW Pneumo series from Pacific Outdoor; http://pacoutdoor.com/water-gear/view/pneumo-ltw I can highly recommend these

Adam Savage

13-07-2011, 08:24 PM

Try looking at the LTW Pneumo series from Pacific Outdoor; http://pacoutdoor.com/water-gear/view/pneumo-ltw I can highly recommend these

Thanks Jakob.

JEEP

14-07-2011, 11:07 AM

Haglöfs waterproof Toilet Paper Pouch; http://www.haglofs.com/en-US/products/backpacksbags/accessories/unisex/toilet_paper_pouch_en-us.aspx - laugh as you may, but as I always carry toilet paper intended for chemical toilets on the trail, bacuse this paper dissolves a lot quicker in water/damp soil than regular toilet paper (LNT again!), I have learned the hard way to make sure the roll doesn't get wet (it is difficult to wipe yourself with a handfull of watery pulp).

ProLogic WP Camera Bag - bacause my Canon 500D is not weather-sealed

comanighttrain

14-07-2011, 11:09 AM

not easier just lighting the used paper on fire?

JEEP

14-07-2011, 11:41 AM

That is not legal here in Denmark - and because a lot of our nature are spruce forests, bogs and moors, it is not safe either.

comanighttrain

14-07-2011, 11:43 AM

Really? I didnt think a few burned poop-tickets in a cat hole would cause any harm

Adam Savage

14-07-2011, 01:18 PM

Trangia simmering ring, Trangia rubber (sealing) rings x 2, 25L plastic jerry can (water container) and strangely enough, some chemical toilet (rapid dissolving) paper. Unlike Jakob I brought these for use with a chemical toilet, as I am hosting a small meet and pit latrines/long drops aren't suitable for the location.

CanadianMike

14-07-2011, 06:25 PM

I got one of these finally on Monday:

http://diagnosticinnovations.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/tb29.gif
http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/images/LargerPhoto/29-Shots2.jpg

http://diagnosticinnovations.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=DI&Product_Code=CF-29ETKGZKM

Gonna use it largely for with my truck for navigation, maps, internet, GPS, etc. Drop proof, water resistant, don't need to worry about banging it around, it'll just laugh at me. :)

Adam Savage

14-07-2011, 06:31 PM

jbrown14

14-07-2011, 07:51 PM

I got one of these finally on Monday:

http://diagnosticinnovations.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=DI&Product_Code=CF-29ETKGZKM

Gonna use it largely for with my truck for navigation, maps, internet, GPS, etc. Drop proof, water resistant, don't need to worry about banging it around, it'll just laugh at me. :)

Mike,
A company I used to work for included these to run the software for their hazardous material detection systems for military and law enforcement. Cool stuff...I never did get to "acquire" an extra one...bummer.

CanadianMike

14-07-2011, 08:00 PM

They tested one of these on the Gadget Show. All I can say is, Don't get it wet. They aren't waterproof, only water resistant.

Ya, I know, don't plan to drop it off a boat, only have the option of using it in the rain if need be, but more likely to have beer spilled on it. ;) At least the one I got has the full rubber keyboard, but is a pain to type on.

Mike,
A company I used to work for included these to run the software for their hazardous material detection systems for military and law enforcement. Cool stuff...I never did get to "acquire" an extra one...bummer.

Ebay my friend. Lol, I got mine for $377CDN.........

Adam Savage

14-07-2011, 08:04 PM

Least it will be a 100 times tougher than an I(diot)pad. :p

JEEP

14-07-2011, 10:43 PM

i got one of these finally on monday:

http://diagnosticinnovations.com/merchant2/graphics/00000001/tb29.gif
http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/images/largerphoto/29-shots2.jpg

http://diagnosticinnovations.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?screen=prod&store_code=di&product_code=cf-29etkgzkm

gonna use it largely for with my truck for navigation, maps, internet, gps, etc. Drop proof, water resistant, don't need to worry about banging it around, it'll just laugh at me. :)

sweet!

CanadianMike

15-07-2011, 03:10 AM

Just for fun, neighbour put the sprinkler on to water the lawn, I was stitching up a new sheath and listening to tunes on my Toughbook, decided to give it a wash for a few mins....

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/263884_10150252725479207_510619206_7162756_4317486 _n.jpg

Adam Savage

15-07-2011, 10:04 AM

jus_young

15-07-2011, 12:44 PM

Not sure if I would be brave enough to try this one out with such a nice new toy.

CanadianMike

15-07-2011, 03:04 PM

Worked just fine, it's designed for worse!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pP15zqPxiiQ

This one is of the CF-30, which replaced the 29, but still just as tough. BTW, the top corner black pieces, the Wifi antennas are under there....... you'll see why I brought it up..... ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aA1s9MH0odE

JEEP

15-07-2011, 07:08 PM

Lifeventure Downlight 660; http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/sleepgear/DL660-sleeping-bag.html - finally an ultralight sleeping bag for large persons like myself!

New pair of shoelaces for my Meindl Boeneo MFS Pro Boots

Iisakki Järvenpää knife. A present for a good friend, with whom I will be going camping tomorrow. We used to live together (4-5 computer/roleplaying/reenacting geeks sharing a house while studying), but haven't seen each other for quite a while. We finally found the time to meet the other day, discovering that both of us, in the meantime, have started hiking/camping/bushcrafting/worshipping Ray Mears. It is funny how things work.

CanadianMike

15-07-2011, 07:25 PM

Agreed, my buddy Steve Wilson (introduced him here) is a survivalist type,and since he's enjoyed this place enough, I saw on a recent thread of his on Airsoft Canada, he's softened up bit and is less SHTF type and more feeling the natural bushcraft mentality, which is good, bushcraft is less alarmistic than survivalist title, enjoyment of the earth vs "the government is against us, stock up on ammo! Of course, he isn't really that way anyways (to a point), but does seem to really enjoy comparing notes between here and there.......... because bushcraft is lightweight survival skills, back to basics survival techniques and mentality. Is why I introduced this site to buddies on ASC, is more important to learn the basics with enjoyable lightweight camping than it is to stock up on supplies and equipment for the day SHTF and learn very little during the process.

jus_young

16-07-2011, 08:22 PM

One litre aluminium kettle with tea infuser for £3.50 and some sporks for £1 each all from Tesco.

The kettle is great as it is mm perfect for fitting in my Trangia 25, adds next to nothing on the weight, will give me faster water boil times with less meths and cost a fraction of the original Trangia version.

Adam Savage

17-07-2011, 03:28 PM

jus_young

17-07-2011, 06:00 PM

It's also lighter than the Trangia too.

The material on this kettle is very thin. It does state on it that the kettle is suitable for electric, gas and open flame but I would be a little cautious of just how hot I let it get. But at £3.50 I can afford a little trial and error on this one, if I do end up buckling the thing then I can pop down the road and get another or three!

JEEP

17-07-2011, 06:13 PM

I recieved one of these kettles as a product sample earlier this year. I too am a bit concerned about how well it will hold up to strong heat. I tested mine over open fire, it held up long enought to boil water in it- but the plastic on the handle and the plastic knob on the lid did not react well to the massive heat and occasional flame.

I ended up giving mine away to two hikers I met at an open campsite. They had forgotten to bring fuel for their Trangia - and did not wish to use their Trangia pots over open fire.

Adam Savage

17-07-2011, 07:25 PM

The material on this kettle is very thin. It does state on it that the kettle is suitable for electric, gas and open flame but I would be a little cautious of just how hot I let it get. But at £3.50 I can afford a little trial and error on this one, if I do end up buckling the thing then I can pop down the road and get another or three!

I recieved one of these kettles as a product sample earlier this year. I too am a bit concerned about how well it will hold up to strong heat. I tested mine over open fire, it held up long enought to boil water in it- but the plastic on the handle and the plastic knob on the lid did not react well to the massive heat and occasional flame.

I ended up giving mine away to two hikers I met at an open campsite. They had forgotten to bring fuel for their Trangia - and did not wish to use their Trangia pots over open fire.

I've used mine on huge fires, 4800w gas stoves, and on top of my twig burner. It's done very well. the handle has reached tempratures so high I need welding gauntlets to pick it up, but it has never shown any signs of melting. Maybe I was just lucky to get a good one, maybe you (Jakob) were unlucky and got a faulty one, who knows. But Like Jus says, it cheap enough to buy another if you need to. :)

JEEP

17-07-2011, 07:36 PM

I guess it is very much possible that there are versions with heat resistant plastic on the handle - and some without. I remember the price of mine being extremly low, but I can't remember how low exactly. I may have gotten a cheap copy of an already low priced product. I am sometimes amazed when I recieve e-mails at work from agents and manufactures in the Far East; no matter how cheap a product is, you can always find a cheaper version/copy.

I remember we got a sample of some folding cooking utensils once, sent from China i think (we get a lot of samples like that, without asking for them) - I took a set home for testing. If you left them in the pot, they melted and mixed with the food :p

Adam Savage

17-07-2011, 07:41 PM

I guess it is very much possible that there are versions with heat resistant plastic on the handle - and some without. I remember the price of mine being extremly low, but I can't remember how low exactly. I may have gotten a cheap copy of an already low priced product.

I remember we got a sample of some folding cooking utensils once, sent from China i think (we get a lot of samples like that, without asking for them) - I took a set home for testing. If you left them in the pot, they melted and mixed with the food :p

LOL, essence of spork haha. When I bought my kettle they were £7, rather than the £3.50 they are now, so maybe the extra price included better plastics? Even if mine ever did melt, it's not impossible to replace it with a wooden piece.

JEEP

17-07-2011, 07:43 PM

Even if mine ever did melt, it's not impossible to replace it with a wooden piece.

That could even make a nice little project for the long evenings :)

Adam Savage

17-07-2011, 07:45 PM

That could even make a nice little project for the long evenings :)

Seeing as I have two of these kettles, I may have a go at that soon :).

jus_young

18-07-2011, 09:33 AM

Seeing as I have two of these kettles, I may have a go at that soon :).

Think I will have to do a little testing on mine before I want it on a trip out. At least that way if I need to do some 'improvements' I can get them sorted sooner rather than later

comanighttrain

18-07-2011, 09:33 AM

I hate you guys, I dreamt about camping kettles last night

Adam Savage

18-07-2011, 11:03 AM

Lol

paul standley

18-07-2011, 03:29 PM

Bought 5 mini karabiners for 99 pence the lot including delivery off ebay Direct from HongKong and delivery only took 14 days - bargain...!

Thought I'd test the seller out with something cheap in case it went pear shaped but I'm well impressed with product and service.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390175494512&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:1123

Paul.

Adam Savage

18-07-2011, 05:15 PM

jus_young

18-07-2011, 11:41 PM

I hate you guys, I dreamt about camping kettles last night

:D

dogrob

19-07-2011, 12:30 AM

Berghaus explorer boots and web tex fire steel

Adam Savage

19-07-2011, 10:18 AM

Berghaus explorer boots and web tex fire steel

Those webtex fire steels are good, they give off some meaty sparks.

Silverback

19-07-2011, 10:21 AM

a workmate type folding workbench.....because I keep making things now and a wheely bin isnt really an ideal platform for buschrafty building projects.

JEEP

19-07-2011, 11:46 AM

The Danish public forests has been opened up for one-night, low impact (no fires, large groups, big tents) camping. Time to gear up for that:

Used Danish Army Teltflage (tarp), 278x180 cm - http://www.417armyvarer.dk/shop/teltflage-dk-second-6468p.html You do not find a better tarp for your money. I am thinking of organizing a group buy (D.Kr. 250 = approx. £ 30)

New 5 m. Danish Army Guyline w. carabiners (mine is labeled October 1974) - http://www.417armyvarer.dk/shop/bardun-5-m-3738p.html (D.Kr. 25 = approx. £ 3)

Haglöfs Sleepingbag Cover - http://www.haglofs.com/en-US/products/sleeping-bags/accessories/unisex/sleepingbag_cover_en-us.aspx

Primus Easy Lantern - http://www.primus.eu/Templates/Pages/3_cols_white_middle.aspx?SectionId=5888

dogrob

19-07-2011, 10:26 PM

Those webtex fire steels are good, they give off some meaty sparks.

You're not wrong there bud, I'm a gas engineer by trade and used it today to get the pilot light going on an old back boiler that had a knackered ignition. Usually you either need a very long bendy taper and a whole lot of luck to get em going or take the gas fire off the front then light it. I used the fire steel and the shower of sparks it gave off bounced around lovely underneath, 2 strikes and it was going. Saved me half an hour that did :-)

CanadianMike

19-07-2011, 10:54 PM

a workmate type folding workbench.....because I keep making things now and a wheely bin isnt really an ideal platform for buschrafty building projects.

That's what I use for all my knifemaking, gotta love the flexibility of them!

JEEP

20-07-2011, 01:12 PM

Trekmates Expedition Hammock - http://www.trekmates.co.uk/online-shop/sleeping/trekmatesreg-expedition-hammock

6 aluminium tent pegs

8 finished guylines

JEEP

22-07-2011, 04:34 PM

Blue Smartwool Next-To Skin T-shirt - free product sample :)

Woodland Camouflage Victorinox Huntsman - http://www.surplusandoutdoors.com/images/product/main/HUNTSMAN-CAMO.jpg I am not really into camo, but I thought this one was kinda' cute

Silverback

23-07-2011, 03:33 PM

Arktis hot climate shirt in American Woodland Cammo (all they had).

Well made well thought out and a steal from fleabay for £12 inc postage

http://www.servicesandsecurity.com/arktis-a110-hot-climate-shirt-1.html

JEEP

23-07-2011, 08:08 PM

20562055

Vintage Haglöfs ShoSho 6000 in the much sought-after olive green colour w. the old Haglöfs logo.
I found it, brand new, at dba.dk - the owner had never gotten around to use it. The Haglöfs ShoSho rucksacks are legendary in Scandinavia. This is the rucksack!
Now I just need to get a heavy cigarette smell out of the fabric.

Silverback

23-07-2011, 11:44 PM

oops nearly forgot - my copy of 'Wildwood Wisdom' arrived today. £7 for a new copy from Amazon

Adam Savage

23-07-2011, 11:56 PM

2m of zinc plated chain, for use with my roadpin pot support.
Diamond stone (3000grt).

Aaron Rushton

24-07-2011, 06:47 AM

DD frontline hammock, vbought 4 days ago, very comfy sleeping in the garden.

comanighttrain

25-07-2011, 01:17 PM

Army Trangia Cook Set

JEEP

25-07-2011, 10:45 PM

Danish flag patch for my new rucksack
Grangers XT Proofer
2 packages of Primus lantern mantles

comanighttrain

26-07-2011, 09:25 AM

Danish flag patch for my new rucksack
Grangers XT Proofer
2 packages of Primus lantern mantles

heh thats lucky, the Danes are welcome in most places :P If i put a union jack on my bag i'm sure one of the baggage handlers would drop a turd in it.

Silverback

26-07-2011, 11:48 AM

heh thats lucky, the Danes are welcome in most places :P If i put a union jack on my bag i'm sure one of the baggage handlers would drop a turd in it.

or worse !!

Martin

26-07-2011, 03:10 PM

... If i put a union jack on my bag i'm sure one of the baggage handlers would drop a turd in it.

or worse !!

Yeah, but only the ones at Glasgow airport. ;)

Martin

JEEP

26-07-2011, 07:52 PM

heh thats lucky, the Danes are welcome in most places :P If i put a union jack on my bag i'm sure one of the baggage handlers would drop a turd in it.

Actually, the Danish forigen ministery advices against wearing the Danish flag on your pack or clothing, when traveling outside Europe and USA.

comanighttrain

26-07-2011, 08:16 PM

no way? who did you guys upset?

Britain has a track record of upsetting ...well everyone.

Martin

26-07-2011, 08:27 PM

Err, wasn't it the Danes who printed that picture of Muhammed? I'm pretty sure that upset the whole Islamic world. :D

Martin

comanighttrain

26-07-2011, 08:29 PM

British empire, enslaves half of world, is hated

Danish guy draws cartoon of mythical character, is hated

Martin

26-07-2011, 08:43 PM

British empire, enslaves half of world, is hated

Danish guy draws cartoon of mythical character, is hated

Sounds pretty much like the modern world to me. Glad I live in Cornwall. :)

Martin

comanighttrain

26-07-2011, 08:44 PM

We have to save the worlds wildernesses so that the normal people have somewhere to live....

jbrown14

26-07-2011, 09:19 PM

Hi, Josh here...waving to all of you from the home of "The Great Satan", I mean the United States of America.

Glad I'm going to the wilderness this coming weekend...

JEEP

26-07-2011, 09:26 PM

Martin

26-07-2011, 09:29 PM

Two sets of Exped Fold Drybags (XS-L) - http://www.exped.com/exped/web/exped_homepage_int.nsf/0/822467D8F71C9A55C12575A20047AF3A?opendocument

1000 ml Lifeventure Tritan Flask; http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/cookware/tritan-flasks.html

Back on topic with a reliable Thwackk!!! Thanks Jakob. I've also got two sets of the Exped Drybags. They are really great and keep all my stuff not only dry but somewhat organised in my pack.

Martin

Adam Savage

26-07-2011, 09:43 PM

Back on topic with a reliable Thwackk!!! Thanks Jakob. I've also got two sets of the Exped Drybags. They are really great and keep all my stuff not only dry but somewhat organised in my pack.

Martin

I like to live life on the edge, throw everything in one big mess...i mean, dry sack...then spend half my setup time searching for it. it's like my own personal foraging mission. :)

comanighttrain

26-07-2011, 09:55 PM

outdoor research seattle hat, stop my head getting sunburned and also keep the rain out of my face when the weather is the other way

Edwin

26-07-2011, 10:25 PM

It's good to offend those who take offence over trivialities and delusion, might make some question.

JEEP

26-07-2011, 10:38 PM

Drybags are funny; once you get your hands on some, you find 1001 uses for them

cuppa joe

26-07-2011, 11:08 PM

Snugpak code green forces 2 sleeping bag.

Adam Savage

26-07-2011, 11:41 PM

Drybags are funny; once you get your hands on some, you find 1001 uses for them

I'm not so sure. I have a 20 litre drybag, but I never use it since I bought my 40 litre. I just keep everything that needs keeping dry (sleeping bag, spare clothes, shemagh) in that one. Everything else is ok if it gets wet. if the weathers really bad, I'll put my bergen cover over the whole pack.

Silverback

27-07-2011, 12:26 AM

I'm not so sure. I have a 20 litre drybag, but I never use it since I bought my 40 litre. I just keep everything that needs keeping dry (sleeping bag, spare clothes, shemagh) in that one. Everything else is ok if it gets wet. if the weathers really bad, I'll put my bergen cover over the whole pack.

Amen brother ...wot 'e said

jbrown14

27-07-2011, 03:17 AM

Drybags are funny; once you get your hands on some, you find 1001 uses for them

Gotta agree with you on this one, Jakob. For the last 5 years or so I've had two 13L drybags (unlucky?) and one compression drybag for my sleeping bag. Now I've just acquired a 20L clear drybag in anticipation of a short kayak trip this weekend, and I'm loving the options I have for packing now. I don't like tossing everything in one big bag, so having a couple of smaller bags paired with the slightly larger clear one is going to make my packing more versatile.

I've used them on vacation for dealing with wet beach clothing, for keeping my camera dry on dayhikes, ah I could go on for a while. Either way, I side with the Dane on this one.

Cheers!

Josh

andy202wr

28-07-2011, 04:01 PM

Bought a small hand axe on the carboot just made a cover and sharpened it.

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt153/andy202wr/outdoor%20sport/bushcraft/DSCF2821.jpg

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt153/andy202wr/outdoor%20sport/bushcraft/DSCF2820.jpg

Adam Savage

28-07-2011, 06:57 PM

Quite a nice looking hatchet there.

comanighttrain

28-07-2011, 08:15 PM

nice axe ;)

JEEP

28-07-2011, 08:32 PM

Coghlan's Camp Stove Toaster - http://www.coghlans.com/products/camp-stove-toaster-504d?zoom_highlight=toaster

Some Trek'n'eat boil in bag meals

Two 450 g canisters of Optimus gas

Okuma Salina SA 40 - http://sportdemo06.24.testsider.dk/productBig.asp?id=499

andy202wr

29-07-2011, 06:07 PM

Gelert Ascent 1 Kookset (3 piece)

2 pots 1 lid. 1 at 2 1/4" high and 1 at 5" high about 4" wide. Not masive but they are ok for two on a weekend out. They stack together very compact and light.

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt153/andy202wr/outdoor%20sport/bushcraft/DSCF2826.jpg

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt153/andy202wr/outdoor%20sport/bushcraft/DSCF2827.jpg

http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt153/andy202wr/outdoor%20sport/bushcraft/DSCF2828.jpg

Silverback

29-07-2011, 07:11 PM

Norweigan Army old style framed bergan for a project Im planning, trouble is they sent me the wrong one and it has some tears and a buckle missing. :confused:

Not to worry the replacement is on its way after a quick phone call and I get to keep the other one too so really its BOGOF :happy-clapping::happy-clapping::happy-clapping:

JEEP

29-07-2011, 07:18 PM

A bag of Trek'n'eat boil in bag "Gourmet casserole with elk meat", which I had for dinner at work. My advice; stay away from this variant! Elk is normally my favorite meat, but this dish is the perfect combination of boring and nasty; the little taste it offers is rather unappealing. I guess I should have known better than to buy a boil in bag meal labeled "gourmet".

Two Pinewood summer shirts - http://www.pinewood.dk/v2/services/view_image.asp?id=1042 and http://www.pinewood.dk/v2/services/view_image.asp?id=1041 Free working clothes :)

100 scrubbing sponges, for cleaning my cooking gear (OCD Wha...? Hey, I got a really good deal!)

JEEP

29-07-2011, 07:19 PM

glennyb25

31-07-2011, 05:53 PM

Picked up a couple of cheap items from B&Q today whilst looking at boring stuff for the driveway...

Gelert 15 litre collapsible water carrier £1
Gelert 20 litre Solar Shower £1

comanighttrain

31-07-2011, 05:54 PM

let us know how the solar shower works out for you...one of those things i was tempted by but assumed would be useless

glennyb25

31-07-2011, 06:11 PM

To be honest, I got it as it was £1, my expectations are pretty low.

I am in Essex, nice sunny day today so got back, filled it up and left it in the sun for 3hrs (as per instructions), water was warmish, you could easily put up with the temp whilst having a shower, the water comes out of a tiny shower head at an ok rate.

If you needed to have a quick wash and fancied some slightly warmer water then the surrounding streams/rivers etc then it would be ok as it is not a heavy item when empty, but apart from those particular circumstances not sure how much use I will get out of it.

Ta

cuppa joe

01-08-2011, 06:50 PM

Og Kilosoft sleeping bag off fleabay £12.99 inc postage and a Eurohike tarp from millets £9.99.

Adam Savage

01-08-2011, 06:57 PM

CREE LED zoom-able headlamp. Very impressed with it, very bright, very well made, only £6 from Hong Kong. Thanks to Paul Standley for bringing my attention to the supplier.

JEEP

02-08-2011, 02:55 PM

Lowe Alpine Vector Salient 70+20 w. side pockets - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkT2Rfggq5k
The vintage Haglöfs didn't work out (couldn't get the tobacco smell out of it - and I nearly well destroyed all of the DWR coating inside the pack, trying to get rid of the smell, aside from that; the carrying system was slightly too narrow).
I had my eye on a Karrimor Sabre 75 w. side pockets, but decided against it for two reasons: 1. I have a fairly long back, mostly too long for non-adjustable packs. Not being able to try the pack before ordering, I was quite reluctant. 2. The lack of a bottom compartment. This feature is, for me at least, very important for the way I pack and organise my backpack.
I sold a lot of Lowe Salient's at my old job; compared to any Deuter, Vango, Nordpol, Cerro Torre or Haglöfs pack I have ever tried, the Lowe Salient have always had the best carrying system for me. The only reason for me not to get one before now, is the fact that I really do not like hauling around a large tactical/military style backpack (I almost went to prison because I objected to serving in the military, but got off with nine months of community service), olive green is nice, but I could really do without the molle straps etc. But, aesthetics/pride aside; comfort and functionality is king. So, I decided to finally get one.

Lowe Alpine Bitz Bag - I have had one of these brilliant hardwearing little organisers in my daily pack for many years. Knowing that these are getting harder and harder to come by, I decided to order a spare.

Trekmates Backpack Raincover Large (65-85 L) - the Lowe Salient does not come with a built-in cover

Martin

02-08-2011, 03:22 PM

I think we should start another thread entitled, 'What Has Jeep Bought Now??!'. ;)

Martin

Silverback

02-08-2011, 03:33 PM

I think we should start another thread entitled, 'What Has Jeep Bought Now??!'. ;)

Martin

What about one called ' What bit of gear HASNT Jeep got'..........;););)

comanighttrain

02-08-2011, 04:42 PM

2 page max

JEEP

02-08-2011, 05:21 PM

Hello. My name is Jakob, I am 29 years old.... And I am a gearaholic....

Adam Savage

02-08-2011, 06:53 PM

Hello. My name is Jakob, I am 29 years old.... And I am a gearaholic....

That's it, the first step is admitting it. Only another 9,999,999 steps to go... ;)

JEEP

02-08-2011, 07:17 PM

That's a lot of steps! Haven't got the time... Need to play with my new gear...

JEEP

03-08-2011, 08:46 AM

Fällkniven/Ray Mears DC4 diamond-ceramic whetstone - http://www.raymears.com/Bushcraft_Product/307-DC4-Diamond-Ceramic-Whetstone/ (unfortunally it seems to be somewhat faulty, I have contacted Woodlore regarding this)
Ray Mears Northern Wilderness, Hardback - http://www.raymears.com/Bushcraft_Product/704-Ray-Mears-Northern-Wilderness-Hardback/
Ray Mears Northern Wilderness DVD - http://www.raymears.com/Bushcraft_Product/739-Ray-Mears-Northern-Wilderness-DVD/
Wild Britain With Ray Mears DVD - http://www.raymears.com/Bushcraft_Product/847-Wild-Britain-with-Ray-Mears-DVD/
Haglöfs Box Cap - http://www.haglofs.com/en-US/products/clothing/layers/accessories/unisex/box_cap_en-us.aspx

MikeWilkinson

04-08-2011, 10:30 AM

2 x Natural Bushcraft.co.uk t-shirts and a Natural Bushcraft.co.uk Sweatshirt. :p

Adam Savage

04-08-2011, 12:48 PM

2 x Natural Bushcraft.co.uk t-shirts and a Natural Bushcraft.co.uk Sweatshirt. :p

I was thinking of putting that on here, but was waiting till I got them lol.

Aaron Rushton

04-08-2011, 01:30 PM

british army dpm basha/tarp for my hammock

MikeWilkinson

04-08-2011, 01:33 PM

I was thinking of putting that on here, but was waiting till I got them lol.

Mwahhahaha (evil genius laugh) The benefit of being the organiser, I get to boast first as I've got mine already :evilgrin:

Silverback

04-08-2011, 03:20 PM

Nothing !! :ashamed: However I am planning on buying an Air Rifle at the end of next month :happy-clapping:

Adam Savage

04-08-2011, 03:22 PM

Nothing !! :ashamed: However I am planning on buying an Air Rifle at the end of next month :happy-clapping:

oooooow, the TX?

Silverback

04-08-2011, 03:39 PM

oooooow, the TX?

If i can find one yes :) If not then not so sure what to get, wouldnt mind another HW77k

Adam Savage

04-08-2011, 03:52 PM

If i can find one yes :) If not then not so sure what to get, wouldnt mind another HW77k

HWs are great rifles, but I found them to be quite heavy. I guess it depends how long you plan on being out and using it, and which firing position you choose.

Silverback

04-08-2011, 03:59 PM

Adam Savage

04-08-2011, 04:09 PM

Started my shooting 'career' on MK4 No1 SMLE - so not that heavy ;) Just been looking at a cheap springer locally for £150 new with synthetic stock and moderator 11.2 to 11.8 ft lbs Hatsan 85THX or something similar - reviews look ok

Never seen one of those before. When I started on air rifles, I picked up a BSA supersport carbine, added a BSA moderator, BSA deer hunter scope, custom bipod, camo super sling, and a gas ram conversion. The rifle itself was only £130 new, but the other bits came to around £250 including labour charges. A great rifle as standard, despite being a breaker, rather than an underlever, it was surprisingly accurate. Still have a load of logon penetrator hunting pellets if you want them.

JEEP

04-08-2011, 05:03 PM

Two mosquito headnets

Silverback

04-08-2011, 06:04 PM

Never seen one of those before. .

A Hatsan 85 (budget springer from Turkey soooooo much smoother than that chinese rifle) or a MK4 No 1 Short Magazine Lee Enfield ?

Adam Savage

04-08-2011, 07:34 PM

Ahhh I see.

comanighttrain

04-08-2011, 08:22 PM

some basic stuff:

another pair of breathable knickers
Nalgene bottles for toothpaste, soap etc
wash bag
toothbrush now broken in half

JEEP

05-08-2011, 09:56 AM

Linder Tanto (7½") - http://www.linder.de/en/artikel/4477XX_447719/Linder_Tanto_Knife
Linder Tanto (9") - http://www.linder.de/en/artikel/4477XX_447723/Linder_Tanto_Knife
Linder Tanto (12") - http://www.linder.de/en/artikel/4477XX_447730/Linder_Tanto_Knife
I ordered these because I had some kind of project with them - but they have been so long underway, that I have forgotten what the actual project was :confused:

PacSafe ProSafe 750 TSA approved keycard locks (for my tent) - http://www.pacsafe.com/www/index.php?_room=3&_action=detail&id=172

comanighttrain

05-08-2011, 10:50 AM

PacSafe ProSafe 750 TSA approved keycard locks (for my tent) - http://www.pacsafe.com/www/index.php?_room=3&_action=detail&id=172

I have actually wondered how to move my gear around without any of my gear getting pinched at the airport...first idea was to have cheap gear so it mitigates the damage... problem is the bergan doesnt have anything to lock, its just some plastic clasps and a drawcord

Adam Savage

05-08-2011, 02:33 PM

I have actually wondered how to move my gear around without any of my gear getting pinched at the airport...first idea was to have cheap gear so it mitigates the damage... problem is the bergan doesnt have anything to lock, its just some plastic clasps and a drawcord

I saw a product a while ago, which was a net made of steel cable/wire rope, that had a steel drawcord with loops. You simple stick your pack into it, pull up the cord and attach a padlock. A little on the heavy side for air travel I would think though. About a kilo per net I believe.

Adam Savage

05-08-2011, 02:44 PM

2 X naturalbushcraft.co.uk Ts. Remember, these T-shirts must NOT be worn when getting up to mischief, such as stealth camping....

Silverback

05-08-2011, 04:19 PM

I saw a product a while ago, which was a net made of steel cable/wire rope, that had a steel drawcord with loops. You simple stick your pack into it, pull up the cord and attach a padlock. A little on the heavy side for air travel I would think though. About a kilo per net I believe.

Pacsafe
http://www.google.co.uk/products/catalog?q=pacsafe&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=17972410559560012972&sa=X&ei=7wk8TuP0MMnPhAe56tCmAg&ved=0CFkQ8wIwAg

Adam Savage

05-08-2011, 04:27 PM

That's exactly the thing buddy. Even if people cut the zips of your pack they still can't get the contents out.

comanighttrain

05-08-2011, 04:38 PM

0.5kg...might be worth the sacrifice to know your tent is still in there...

Might order one before i go, cheers

Adam Savage

05-08-2011, 05:14 PM

Just received my new infrared HD DVR. Planning on using it to capture wildlife video. 720p HD, 120˚ wide angle lens, 0.24m-∞ focal range, lithium battery, SDHC card slot, plus motion sensor setting. Just gotta wait for it to get dark now.

£23.50 from eBay.

paul standley

05-08-2011, 10:34 PM

Superglue...! - O.K. maybe not be very sexy or expensive but I bought a card of 12 small "single use" capsules of superglue which are ideal for keeping one or two in your kit bag for first aid or kit repairs. Each capsule is sealed and has a cap and is contained in it's own blister pack compartment on the card so double sealed against any leakage - these were a bargain at £1 for 12 from Poundland UK.

Capsules weight nothing, just a few grams each and can be resealed if contents not all used by melting tip with a match/lighter flame.

2185 2186

comanighttrain

05-08-2011, 10:39 PM

superglue for first aid?

paul standley

05-08-2011, 10:43 PM

superglue for first aid?

Great for gluing sides of a serious cut/wound together if plasters etc won't hold it.

jus_young

05-08-2011, 10:43 PM

superglue for first aid?

Excellent for sealing cuts, better than plasters and easier than stitching, also seals against infection. Used by hospitals and treatment rooms aswell. Probably got as many uses as inner tube!

comanighttrain

05-08-2011, 10:44 PM

no way? thought it would be poisonous?

jus_young

05-08-2011, 10:44 PM

Great for gluing sides of a serious cut/wound together if plasters etc won't hold it.

Just beat me to it :p

Silverback

05-08-2011, 10:45 PM

superglue for first aid?

Superglue was actually invented during the Vietnam War for field based medical applications (why do you think its so good at sticking skin together) and is still used in hospitals today although it is slightly different to household superglue.

comanighttrain

05-08-2011, 10:48 PM

holy crap...well i suppose i better get some for my first aid kid... is it essentially just put in the wound and the wound held shut until it seals?

jus_young

05-08-2011, 11:14 PM

holy crap...well i suppose i better get some for my first aid kid... is it essentially just put in the wound and the wound held shut until it seals?

Apply around the edges of the wound and hold together until secure. Then apply a little over the closed wound to seal completely.

Edwin

05-08-2011, 11:27 PM

jus_young

05-08-2011, 11:36 PM

Isn't there a danger of sealing in sources of infection? The correct thing seems to be to wash out wound very thoroughly indeed before bandaging or sealing. If too deep for this procedure then the standard advice of applying pressure and getting medical help pronto must apply.

Indead standard protocol of cleaning the wound still applies. The glue is very useful for situations where you find that plasters or steristrips are not holding very well. The glue is a fast seal option that can get you easily sorted until your travels enable you to seek professional help. Products are available that can 'unstick' the sticky stuff so that the wound can be treated and stitched by medical staff.

As an alternative this product is also available http://www.elastoplast.co.uk/products/First-Aid/spray-plaster/71444.html and can be used with steri strips to help close a wound.

Adam Savage

05-08-2011, 11:57 PM

Spray plaster should only be used in an absolute emergency. I found out the hard way. I split my lip open, the "friendly" staff decided it was a good idea to spray that stuff on, got to hospital for stitches, they had to use a scrubbing brush to get all the spray stuff out of the wound before they could stitch it up.

Also when it comes to washing wounds. Use alcohol, not water, if you can. If the wound is a clean cut, don't wash it at all. Washing wounds with water has a negative effect on the healing process. At least with alcohol it all evaporates off of the wound.

Hope that is of some use to you.

Adam

jus_young

06-08-2011, 12:13 AM

Found this stuff useful for cleaning wounds. I used it for a while with an infected knee after an incident with an escalator. Was staying in London on holiday with the family at the time so a quick visit to the docs was not an easy option. Sorted the problem a treat.

Silverback

06-08-2011, 12:54 AM

Also when it comes to washing wounds. Use alcohol, not water, if you can. If the wound is a clean cut, don't wash it at all. Washing wounds with water has a negative effect on the healing process. At least with alcohol it all evaporates off of the wound.

Actually Adam current thinking (JRCALC and Wilderness medicine) leans towards cleaning the wound with 0.9% Saline solution as opposed to any other agent. Even things like Iodine actually interfere with healing

Martin

06-08-2011, 11:38 AM

Adam Savage

06-08-2011, 11:41 AM

Actually Adam current thinking (JRCALC and Wilderness medicine) leans towards cleaning the wound with 0.9% Saline solution as opposed to any other agent. Even things like Iodine actually interfere with healing

Really? I'm out of touch lol. I think the best thing is to follow all the safety advise possible and don't put yourself in a position where injury could occur. :)

Silverback

06-08-2011, 12:53 PM

Then again Adam it's first aid and we arent bound by the procedures laid down in JRCALC. :)

Lets be honest its assumed we are first aiding ourselves so you cant hit yourself with whatever you want.:happy-clapping:

Its when we start doing it on other people that it may become an issue, and not one for this thread.

In true bushcraft style though how about Potassium Permanganate crystals - good multi purpose stuff. Purify water, make antiseptic, clear up sores, good for fungal and mite type infestations, start fires with it .....nearly as good as gaffer tape

So back on topic.......I got some gaffer tape and Potassium Permanganate today :)

Adam Savage

06-08-2011, 01:03 PM

Thanks for bringing us back on topic buddy. Also ordered potassium the other day, waiting for it to arrive, but it is potassium perchlorate from a company called Inoxia. Much more potent than potassium permanganate. Will test as soon as it lands

Silverback

06-08-2011, 01:19 PM

thanks for bringing us back on topic buddy. Also ordered potassium the other day, waiting for it to arrive, but it is potassium perchlorate from a company called inoxia. Much more potent than potassium permanganate. Will test as soon as it lands

boooooooom ! T^

paul standley

06-08-2011, 04:16 PM

bought two net hammocks from Asda for kit storage under a normal hammock - Adam. I got one for you so don't buy one.

Adam Savage

06-08-2011, 04:38 PM

bought two net hammocks from Asda for kit storage under a normal hammock - Adam. I got one for you so don't buy one.

This guy's a star isn't he.
I still check for the folding trowels, haven't forgotten about Mr Nighttrain, just haven't found any more in the stores yet.

jus_young

06-08-2011, 07:44 PM

What stuff??

Martin

:ashamed: forgot linky thingy in haste

http://www.savlon.co.uk/products/antiseptic_woundwash.html

jus_young

06-08-2011, 07:48 PM

:off-topic:

Bringing it back again, bought a 6 in 1 multi purpose workbench to help with hacking down the piece of oak my son decided he wanted used for the handle on his new knife. Blade kindly made by Dave Budd whilst at the Cornwall RV this year.

Also various first aid bits from Wilkinsons

Reaps72

06-08-2011, 11:19 PM

I have just bought Gelert waterproof pouch set sml, med & lge, to use for tinder bag & Ipod/ Electrical gadgets protector! Bargain £6.00 and the large is big enough for a map case but already have one ! but as I always say to the missus "it'll come in".

JEEP

08-08-2011, 01:54 PM

Two Natural Bushcraft T-shirts and two Natural Bushcraft patches :D

JEEP

09-08-2011, 04:08 PM

Celestron UpClose 8x40 - http://www.celestron.com/c3/product.php?CatID=20&ProdID=504 A cheap, yet surprisingly good, pair of binoculars. If you need a cheap beater, with some more than decent optics, this is the model to look for!

Two packages of Trekmates Paper Soap

Some Trangia cookware for the allotment:
501254 4,5 L Billy w. lid and bail - http://www.trangia.se/english/2917.trangia_accessories.html
307260 Gourmet frypan w. lid - http://www.trangia.se/english/2927.frypans.html
406280 Camping set w. 2 L billy, small frypan and 0,9 L kettle - http://www.trangia.se/english/2929.camping_sets.html

Silverback

09-08-2011, 04:27 PM

2 58 pattern poncho rollls Adam, and comanighttrain...you have mail

paul

10-08-2011, 10:45 AM

new vulcan bergen and a fatboy versi pack and a eka folder and a gerber recon,god my misus is understanding. nearly forgot a lifeventure 800ml stainless waterbottle for the versi pack.

JEEP

10-08-2011, 12:10 PM

Lifeventure Large Digital Slim Case - http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/accessories/digital-slim-cases.html
2x Lifeventure Small Trek Umbrella - http://www.lifeventure.co.uk/htm/accessories/trek-umbrellas.html

comanighttrain

10-08-2011, 06:52 PM

2 58 pattern poncho rollls Adam, and comanighttrain...you have mail

this guy. this guy.

Adam Savage

10-08-2011, 07:12 PM

this guy. this guy.

Don't worry coma, haven't forgotten about your folding trowel, just haven't seen any in the local store for a while :(

comanighttrain

10-08-2011, 07:14 PM

Don't worry coma, haven't forgotten about your folding trowel, just haven't seen any in the local store for a while :(

haha thanks man :D I was looking at some bling jobs the other day...but uhh for £20 ill stick with sharpened a stick and ploughng a hole....

Silverback

10-08-2011, 07:28 PM

Don't worry coma, haven't forgotten about your folding trowel, just haven't seen any in the local store for a while :(

I'll have a look in my local one tomorrow - pound shops are the only ones guaranteed not to have been looted

Adam Savage

10-08-2011, 07:39 PM

I'll have a look in my local one tomorrow - pound shops are the only ones guaranteed not to have been looted

lol

comanighttrain

11-08-2011, 08:54 AM

haha I donno man, check this homeboy out

http://brit-asian.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/looter-basmati-2.jpg

cuppa joe

11-08-2011, 09:23 AM

He must be going on a two weeker ...lol

Silverback

11-08-2011, 09:42 AM

It looks like he is holding the rice hostage with his gangsta nine - "Back off five O else the rice get it....you get me ? innit"

Adam Savage

11-08-2011, 12:14 PM

Is that image from the looting? Couldn't he find something more...valuable to nick? :)

Metal mug

11-08-2011, 03:21 PM

Is that image from the looting? Couldn't he find something more...valuable to nick? :)Yeah I would have gone for the Waitrose value rice you know, live it up a little. :)

Adam Savage

11-08-2011, 03:57 PM

Yeah I would have gone for the Waitrose value rice you know, live it up a little. :)

Maybe he was using them as sandbags to defend his house from looters?

JEEP

11-08-2011, 04:01 PM

More Trangia for the allotment:

501252 2,5 L Billy w. lid and bail - http://www.trangia.se/english/2917.trangia_accessories.html
Trangia Pot Gripper

dogrob

11-08-2011, 06:16 PM

Hi gear blaze titanium gas stove £17.50. Bargain!

dogrob

11-08-2011, 06:28 PM

haha I donno man, check this homeboy out

http://brit-asian.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/looter-basmati-2.jpg

Behind you Dave. They is wantin a big hug innit

2228

comanighttrain

11-08-2011, 06:32 PM

Behind you Dave. They is wantin a big hug innit

2228
hahahah epic win

Adam Savage

11-08-2011, 06:54 PM

LOL.

Just had to go buy a new mouse. Again, not a bushcraft item, but it's needed to use the forum and site, to talk to all you wonderful people. :)

Metal mug

12-08-2011, 08:43 PM

LOL.

Just had to go buy a new mouse. Again, not a bushcraft item, but it's needed to use the forum and site, to talk to all you wonderful people. :)Awwwww, thanks. :o

Adam Savage

12-08-2011, 09:05 PM

Awwwww, thanks. :o

Oh and Jack too, nearly forgot him...:p only kidding mate, you're the only sane one out of the lot.

jus_young

13-08-2011, 06:31 PM

Adam Savage

13-08-2011, 07:12 PM

Mountain Warehouse were having a sale so made the best of it. Millets didn't do too bad either

New walking boots for the wife and kids
Various clothing items for them aswell including new waterproofs

But thats the boring bit so for ME

Source Widepac 2 litre anti microbial hydration system
2 map cases as I forgot I bought the first one in one shop so bought another in another if you know what I mean :ashamed:
Ordnance Survey OL28 Dartmoor 1:25000 map
Alloy tent pegs for the Banshee (bent my other ones on scout camp) :ashamed: :ashamed:
Mosquito head net
Pair of gaiters cos a single one is no good
Several isocool climate tees and endurance long sleeved tees for base/mid layers
Compede blister packs to add to the first aid kit.
Walking trousers

Nice bit of retail therapy but still doesn't feel complete as I couldn't get water purification tablets or a new tarp so those are next.

Mountain Warehouse normally have the aquaclear tablets, 50 for £4.99, surprised they didn't have any. Nice haul there.

Sadly my recent purchases have not been so great.
A mosquito shelter from Tesco: £9.00

Similar to this
http://images.cabelas.com/is/image/cabelas/s7_518262_001_01?rgn=0,0,287,282&scl=1&fmt=jpeg&id=0lmlIrEsWsjnZLxUx1Cn4i

1kg Potassium Perchlorate, for chemical fire experiments :)

http://i1024.photobucket.com/albums/y304/crazysaint22/projects%20and%20equipment/13082011940.jpg

500g Potassium Permanganate, for basic chemical fire lighting

http://i1024.photobucket.com/albums/y304/crazysaint22/projects%20and%20equipment/13082011939.jpg

Silverback

13-08-2011, 07:29 PM

I'm liking the tesco mozzie net !! Oh and i bought a copy of food for free from fleabay £3.85 inc P + P

Adam Savage

13-08-2011, 07:50 PM

I'm liking the tesco mozzie net !! Oh and i bought a copy of food for free from fleabay £3.85 inc P + P

The tesco one is the same as the one in the picture, but olive green, so more bushcrafty lol.

I was a little disappointed with the collins gem version of food for free, hasn't got quite as much detail as I had hoped. Still, good little pocket book to carry around with you.

jus_young

13-08-2011, 08:34 PM

Mountain Warehouse completely out of stock. I will have to try another store. Don't you go blowing yourself up with that latest haul!

Adam Savage

13-08-2011, 09:48 PM

Mountain Warehouse completely out of stock. I will have to try another store. Don't you go blowing yourself up with that latest haul!

LOL, they do use it as rocket propellant after all. It's pretty safe stuff if you mix it with the right substances, and keep the temperatures in the green.

Silverback

13-08-2011, 11:26 PM

LOL, they do use it as rocket propellant after all. It's pretty safe stuff if you mix it with the right substances, and keep the temperatures in the green.

GCHQ and MI6 just went PING !!...theres a OP on your house already ;-)

Adam Savage

14-08-2011, 01:34 AM

GCHQ and MI6 just went PING !!...theres a OP on your house already ;-)

It's readily available on the internet, you just have to sign a declaration (no idea what it said, didn't read it) which probably mentions illegal uses etc... Pyrotechnics use the stuff all the time.

Reaps72

14-08-2011, 03:44 AM

I picked up a vintage miners lamp in a little 2nd hand shop near Wakefield bargain at £15.00

Silverback

14-08-2011, 12:28 PM

I picked up a vintage miners lamp in a little 2nd hand shop near Wakefield bargain at £15.00

On the crossroads near Middlestown by chance ?

Silverback

14-08-2011, 12:31 PM

It's readily available on the internet, you just have to sign a declaration (no idea what it said, didn't read it) which probably mentions illegal uses etc... Pyrotechnics use the stuff all the time.

I know it was your use of certain prowords. Those that are allegedly monitored like - Queen, bomb, explosives, parliament, timing circuit, ANFO, co-op and similar

;););)

Metal mug

14-08-2011, 02:49 PM

I know it was your use of certain prowords. Those that are allegedly monitored like - Queen, bomb, explosives, parliament, timing circuit, ANFO, co-op and similar

;););):D I'll show those rioters. I'll make a big bomb out of bicarb of soda and vinegar. ;)

Adam Savage

14-08-2011, 03:16 PM

:D I'll show those rioters. I'll make a big bomb out of bicarb of soda and vinegar. ;)

And a fizzy drinks bottle. :)

Metal mug

14-08-2011, 07:13 PM

:D I'll show those rioters. I'll make a big bomb out of bicarb of soda and vinegar. ;)

And a fizzy drinks bottle. :)Mwhaa haaa ha ha! :eek: Excellent plan. :)

Reaps72

14-08-2011, 09:54 PM

On the crossroads near Middlestown by chance ?

Me thinks I have a stalker!, or another man with an addiction to go-outdoors?

Silverback

14-08-2011, 11:18 PM

Me thinks I have a stalker!, or another man with an addiction to go-outdoors?

Err most definately neither. Just good local knowledge and I run the gauntlet of the 17 gatsos on a regular basis.

Incidentally I used to work for Go when it was CCC. I worked for Mountain Warehouse too - glad i decided to make the career change.