Recent content by TobyH

Are these boots gtx version (i.e. water proof)?

Got a pair of the Meindl's, absolutely fantastic boots.

From what I understand there are three ways to 'purify' water. Chemical, UV and very small filter size. From what I understand, at the moment, the only manufacturer of 'filter', that doesn't use chemical or UV, is Lifesaver as the filtration system blocks even viruses. Here's a statement from...

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Hi all, I recently bought a Parang from a chap in Borneo. Its a lovely weight blade, but there are a couple of issues I have with it. Firstly, the blade isn't straight. Secondly, the handle is a bit small for my hands and isn't very comfortable. Now bearing in mind my blacksmithing skills...

yeah there's a couple of people not in the kydex fan club, I much prefer leather to kydex, but it does have its uses. For me its always about function over form and for this particular knife, which is going to be used for general wear and tear, kydex suits better than leather. I have to admit...

Bought a couple of these for a very reasonable price but the sheaths aren't up to much so decided to make a simple but very visible sheath to go with the very visible knife. I had a go at a machete sheath previously and thought (despite saying I'd do a leather one!) that I'd make another kydex...

I much prefer the simple things, and this looks very nice. Good solid belt will last for years and years.

There are big benefits to kydex, very robust, easy to shape to the blade, quick to make. Downsides are its hard with no flexibility and a bit pricey for what it is.

Ah well, yes, that may be on the cards. Will have to check my leather supply. Might have to wait until I finish my HNC though...

To be honest I just wanted to try it out as I haven't used it before. I've made leather sheaths for axes and knives and have to say I much prefer them, but as you say, if it's used in the jungle. Mind you this was bought in Brasil where I used to live in Brasilia which is actually pretty dry...

Been meaning to do this for ages, bought a machette (one of many!) with a good blade and handle but the sheath was awful, so decided to try the Kydex route. Bought some kydex and foam for moulding, but its been sat for ages. This weekend I decided to get on with it! I've watched a few youtube...

I think I have what you want. Here's some pics. It's a german made break barrel .177 or 4.5mm calibre. It has adjustable sites, elevation and windage. It's a plastic handle, very solidly built and there is no movement on the barrel at all. I've had it for quite a few years but hardly used it...

How old is the unit? Cheers

Cheers, will have a look around. I live in a flat above the garage so it's velux blinds.