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Has anyone ever used a Leatherman bit driver extension (the knurled bar one) with a Skeletool? I've just gone to order one and the reviews are mixed, with some claiming that it is not really suitable and others claiming that the once "in" the bits won't come out. As most published reviews are...

For some reason just lately I've had a fancying for a Leatherman Surge. I've got a couple of multitools lying around but fancy a high quality heavyweight. Some time back I was given a Wingman which initially I was not at all fussed about, however as time has gone on I've found myself using it...

what if it does. I realise that the preppers have been planning for this for years, but what about the actual chances of the planet surviving an apocalyptic event? Or humans surviving it? The median average chance of surviving a true apocalyptic event is nil. Personally I sincerely doubt...

I was a friend's on line auction house yesterday as he had asked my to appraise a spotting scope made by Fujinon (those of you who know will be aware that optics are my "thing"). I was genuinely surprised by the quality of it in terms of light gathering ability and the clarity for the expected...

A quick heads-up on a local Ebay trader who has some army kit up for auction which may be of interest to some of you guys, amongst which is a US army issue poncho and a few shirts etc. http://stores.ebay.co.uk/let-us-auction-it/_i.html?rt=nc&_sid=63676876&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1581&_pgn=2

I have just been sent this link by 38 degrees claiming that the recently defeated threat to our woodlands is on the agenda again. Does anybody know whether this is really the case? Here is the link: https://secure.38degrees.org.uk/page/s/keep-our-woods-safe#petition

I have embarked on learning the skill of lighting a fire with a traditional flint and steel striker. I am however unable to get a spark, not even a glimmer (I am just practising to try and get a reasonable spark without using charcloth/tinder at the moment) I am sure it is to do with either the...

In Swindon we have a small online auction company and they are advertising a Karrimor Bergen which is apparently one of five protoypes they made for the army (I don't know if Karrimor got the contract to supply or not), anyhow it is up for sale on the site if anyone fancies it - I reckon it...

Having recently bought a decent knife SWMBO has firmly suggested I dispose of the majority of my SAK collection, so here are the last two that are up for grabs: http://s1182.photobucket.com/albums/x446/paul170763/?action=view&current=SAKsforswap2.jpg The black handled one is an old Victorinox...

Here is a question: Have you ever been to a place for the first time and felt a really strong emotional pull to it, almost as if you belong or once belonged there? It's a bit of a "spooky" question and I don't imagine the feeling to be anything more than a stirring of the old 'race memory'...

Apologies in advance but this an unashamed plug for Eastbourne District Scouts First Aid Team. Just had some kit delivered by them, perfect service with all profits going back into Scouting, competitive prices too........ Here is their site: http://shop.edsfat.org.uk

News just in that Swedish bushcraft minister Sprail Olof has suggested giving all bushcrafters twenty acres of land and a full set of kit. Reported on the newspapaer Parils Lofo he is reported to have said that he "likes people on green that shun commercialism and prefer to cook and camp...

I've just received a Victorinox SAK "Pioneer" in alox, which is effectively a cheaper finish version of their much loved and now discontinued alox Soldier - £15.99 which is very cheap. It's online ordering but service I had was good and no P&P charges either (The Wenger version is still...

I am trying to get hold of a Victorinox Sentinel One-Handed opening knife. It is a current model but not at all common in the UK. It's the one with the opening loop on the back of the blade (like the new Soldier) but has knife blade only. Would prefer not to order from the one place on the...

Hi guys anyone dealt with Alloutdoor of Borehamwood, Herts. Good or bad? Cheers Paul

Any animal or bird watchers out there might like the Chew Valley Bird Fair on 9th April at (unsurprisingly) Chew Valley from 10 - 4.30 Reason I'm telling you about this peeps is that you can try all the latest binoculars and stuff (and entry is free too, you pay 1.50 to park at Chew and...

Any other Scout leaders out there fancy swapping our 2 sets of 6 Expedition Challenge badges for any other 2 sets of Challenge badges? We are rather overstocked on these. Obviously they are new and unsown :)

Please see the attached link for the Gilwell petition against huge council raises in rents for Scout huts....... http://www.scouts.org.uk/rent/

Madame Manacles has a desire to buy a knife advertised by Surplus and Outdoor, having never dealt with these guys before I thought I'd ask the question, has anyone on here dealt with them and are they good guys? Thanks in advance :)