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I bought the Utvær partly based on this review and took delivery of it yesterday. I'm a little bit perplexed by the knife to be honest. Certainly a stunning looking knife out of the box. Closer inspection and I was a little surprised to note that the red liners were not flush with the scales...

Just taken delivery of an Autine hatchet. Beautiful craftsmanship, very sturdy handle. Not used as yet, but will remedy that soon.

Thanks for the info Nonsuch, I have ordered a Frost River canvas pack that should outlast me....

That's good to know the FRost River Cliff Jackobson signature pack that I ordered is based on the Nessmuk design.

Just purchased a Frost River Cliff Jackobson Portage Pack. They will make it on Monday and then ship it out. Looking forward to loading it up and heading on out.......

I'm leaning towards the Frost River Cliff Jackobson Portage Pack http://www.shopcanoeing.com/products/frost-river-cliffjacobson-pack

Thanks, sounds like it's more an urban pack material. That narrows it down to a Duluth or Frost River.

Yeah the Frost River Summit and Vintage are on my list. Only hassle I thought with the summit is that there are no side pockets, so as you say the manner of packing it would be critical.

Thanks Rob, the appeal of a rustic pack is there, and as you say for a day out a bit of discomfort isn't a huge issue. I have a set of canvas motorcycle panniers and I do love the way they age and also the fact that they are near on indestructible.

Hi, after a bit of information and opinions. I looking for a day pack and would like something with a bit more of a traditional feel. I came across the Fjallraven Vintage 30 which has the traditional look I'm after with modern harness etc, which would make it comfortable. I have however...

Thanks for the review. I really like the look of this pack however I am concerned about the durability of the g 1000 material and it's ability to resist tearing if snagged on a branch etc. I have never encountered any Fjallraven products in Australia, so have no idea what this material feels...

I have the bowie version, had it for 4 years now. It's incredible tough, nice and light despite it's size and holds a nice edge. I have not used it as a spear, as I have had no need, and that's not my thing I guess, but it would be easy to convert it to a spear head. I have used it for...

Sigurd Olsen, John Muir and Les Hiddens all influential for me. The cattlemen of the Australian high countries also.

I have a BK2, it's an excellent prybar! Actually, I think it's surprisingly versatile. I take it on outback motorcyle trips as a substitute axe. Not sure if you could carve a spoon with it, maybe a wooden sledge hammer....

I feel lucky that I was born in OZ, it has about every type of wilderness you could want, and if you need alps, jump on a plane and in a few hours your in NZ. Currently live in Sydney and in an hour I can be in the World heritage listed blue mountains, which is truly mind blowing. But I must...