Recent content by disconeil

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    What are Opinels like?

    Hi Gotte, I have owned an opinel for 5 years and used it exclusivley for gutting rabbits, it did this job brilliantly until I got it out of my bag and the end had broken off, I reground the end but it was never the same. I'd have another tommorrow though,they are great to sharpen i find.
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    Pancake Sheath for my 'Nessie'...

    Thanks for posting this project Neil, I haven't seen this type of sheath before and I really like the look of it.
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    Gransfors Froe sheath

    Hi nickg, That looks really great! Is it your own design?
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    whats the best way to create this pattern? [wood]

    I have seen this "chequering" in some DIY HOW TO sections of the Airgun mags.
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    Any uses for this shrub?

    Thanks alot Flexo, I must admit that Ididn't know if you were winding me up with "blowpoker" I'd never heard of one. After searching the archives i know understand and all makes sense. Great idea. THANK U. Neil
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    busy in the shed agen..

    Hi Cowboy, Some nice and detailed work there! and the other half think when we're in the shed all we do is put our feet up and drink tea!!! Or is that just mine.
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    Any uses for this shrub?

    Hi You Guys, Earlier today on my travels i saw a homeowner trimming his garden of Buddleia shrubs. Some of the pieces are about 70mm in diameter. To me the trunks look similar to elder (with the centre pith) Anyway it seemed a shame to see it go to waste and he said i could take what i liked...
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    Kit for the larger person??

    Thanks Preper, had a quick look and it looks very promising.
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    Kit for the larger person??

    Thanks alot Jock, I should have thought about our American friends. I am looking for a waterproof,windproof jacket. If the chest fits the sleeves are too short!!! We have a Decathlon store in Sheffield (about 15 miles) but i don't know much about them as a company i.e quality of their...
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    Kit for the larger person??

    Hello you guys, This is my first post after my intro. My question to the wise is; Does anyone know sellers of clothing for the larger chap? Being 6ft 4 and 50 inch chest I find it hard to get any gear and if i do it is the odd peice with dodgy colours. I have searched through the old posts so...
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    Hello Everybody.

    You guys are quick with the welcomes!! Just because i find it slightly more difficult than some to get out and about I don't thnk I do too bad. Some kids are a great inspiration. Thanks again.
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    Hello Everybody.

    Thanks alot folks, I think I'm going to enjoy this forum.
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    Hello Everybody.

    Hello All, I have been a member of your fantistic site for a few days now although this is my first post i have been keeping busy reading the rules and regs and navigating my way around. I must admit to being a little intimidated at first as i am disabled and sometimes find it difficult to get...