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    Fig Tree Sap + Direct Sunlight + Skin = Burns and blisters.

    Wasn't sure whether this thread should have been in flora/fauna or in medical. Put it in flora/fauna so here is a link to it: http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=71674
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    Fig Tree Sap + Direct Sunlight + Skin = Burns and blisters.

    Just thought I would pass this one on as I for one had never heard about this. A few days ago I cut a fig tree down in my garden. I was a lovely sunny day. Twenty four hours later I started to get a bit of a rash on my hands fore arms and back of neck. I had no idea what this was from...
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    Leather Wellies

    I was on a walk yesterday with a bloke who had some leather Dubarry boots. They looked great, had worn nicely and apparently last a lifetime. They had special leather outers that are waterproof and dry quickly and soft, and had a goretex lining. His were the Dubarry Ultima sailing boot...
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    Wanted: U.S. Pilots Flask

    I keep seeing these come and go on here but seem to always miss out. I'm after one or preferably two U.S. Pilots flasks (1 pint). Does anybody have one or two spare or do you know where I can buy these? Cheers, Jim
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    Sony Triniton 32inch CRT Telly - FREE!

    I've got a Sony Triniton 32 inch telly (100hz). I no longer want so will give it away for FREE!! It is in full working order and comes with a matching cabinet. The model numer is: KV32FX60U Buyer must collect. I live in London, SW14. NOW GONE
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    Wanted: Goretex Bivvi Bag

    A good friend of mine is entering the world of bushcraft, and is doing the Woodlore Fundamental Course. He has managed to acquire most of the kit but is after a Goretex Bivvi bag. He is pretty skint so doesn't want to pay loads. Anybody on here have one going cheapish? P.M. me. Cheers...
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    For Sale: Ray Mears Swazi Tahr, Large

    Hello, I recently bought a Ray Mears Swazi Tahr in Large from this thread on BB: http://www.britishblades.com/forums/showthread.php?99872-RM-Swazi-Tahr-Size-L-Great-Condition&highlight=swazi+tahr It is great, and in mint condition, but it just doesn't suit me so I'm selling it on. I...
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    A potential revolutionary new waterproof material

    Okay, so this may sound mad, but hear me out. I am going through the dilemma of choosing a new waterproof jacket. Gore-Tex? Ventile? Paremo? Narrona Recon? Swazi Tahr? etc etc. It's completely driving me nuts!!!! I was at a mates house last week and he was re-roofing his shed. As I'm sure...
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    Wanted: Ray Mears Alan Wood Woodlore Knife

    I think the title sums it up. If anybody is thinking of selling their Ray Mears / Alan Wood Woodlore knife, then please drop me a line. Cheers, Jim
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    What Arctic Boots To Get?????

    Hello, I'm off to Sweden in Feb on an Arctic survival course and need to get some boots. I am guessing it'll probably be between -20C and -40C there. I don't really want to spend more than £100, and ideally want boots that won't become redundant back here in the U.K. The ones that seem to...