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  1. DocG

    Looking for a kydex sheath

    Apologies for adding to John’s OP, but I’m after 2 Kydex sheaths: for a Spyderco Bushcraft knife and a Rob Evans bush tool. Can anyone offer suggestions, please? I am only interested in UK-based makers.
  2. DocG

    Sold Sub £30 Man-Drawer Purge.

    Bu++er - just seen the Zippo: have been looking for one.
  3. DocG

    Try Stick

    Great thread: thanks to all for sharing
  4. DocG

    PhD - Bushcraft Research

    Happy to help. Please keep me in the loop.
  5. DocG

    Felix Immler and Victorinox Venture Bushcraft fixed blade collection

    Thanks for sharing and for individual contributions. Does anyone with one have any more comments or reviews to offer, please?
  6. DocG

    Tick removal

    I have found that, working with kids (Scouts), the plastic type don't always give a good grip on the tick. My current preferred tool is a metal tweezer-type with hooked ends. I think it came from Tiso's, but I'm not sure. To date I am a multiple tick ace with (touch wood) 100% success...
  7. DocG

    sheath, ferro or no ferro?

    As others have said so well, the matter seems to be more personal choice than anything. I have had both types of sheath but I tend not to carry a ferro rod on the sheath but rather in my pocket, secured to a lanyard by a mini carabiner (Alpkit type) together with my SAK. If I use the rod, it...
  8. DocG

    Metal 58 pattern bottle (to fit mk1 British metal mug)?

    Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate the benefit of a black plastic water bottle, however, I’d prefer a metal version. I don’t need it to be tactically silent, I would like it to be boilable over a fire, like the Pathfinder and Nalgene metal bottles. The titanium versions may have their...
  9. DocG

    Metal 58 pattern bottle (to fit mk1 British metal mug)?

    That’s one idea. I’d prefer a bottle that fits the mk1 mug and is made from stainless steel. Is there one?
  10. DocG

    Metal 58 pattern bottle (to fit mk1 British metal mug)?

    Greetings Does anyone know of a metal water bottle that fits the mk1 (or 2, I suppose) British metal mug? I quite like the round mug and bottle combinations a la Self Reliance/ Pathfinder School but find the kidney shaped mug more appealing overall. I’m aware of the Pathfinder Canteen and Mug...
  11. DocG

    Handy securing knot for rolled stuff

    Useful knot, thanks for sharing. Do others use the Canadian jam knot for similar purposes?
  12. DocG

    Condor Bushlore. Any good?

    Great job, thanks for sharing. I bought a fully made version years ago, after the initial production problems were resolved. I still use it occasionally and lend it to more reliable Scouts if they are knifeless at camp. It is a solid and reliable knife that won’t let you down. I’m sure you...
  13. DocG

    Tracking sign

    Shame - was hoping for rare fen brown bear sign.
  14. DocG

    What excites you about spring arriving?

    To misquote Shelley: if Spring comes, can Winter be far behind?
  15. DocG

    For Sale Victorinox Classic / Classic sd. Batches of 5 for £26.50

    Ok, I’m canvassing family members. Would “not black” incur the £5 tariff?
  16. DocG

    For Sale Victorinox Classic / Classic sd. Batches of 5 for £26.50

    Thanks for sharing the information.
  17. DocG

    For Sale Victorinox Classic / Classic sd. Batches of 5 for £26.50

    Excuse my ignorance but I can’t seem to google the difference between Classic and Classic SD. Please define. Apologies for what may be basic level Bushcraft terminology failure
  18. DocG

    Firesteel recommendation

    Does anyone have experience with the Bushcraft Store “fat” firesteels? Are they a gimmick or worth paying a bit more for? I like LMF steels. I have found that the plastic handles fall off almost immediately, however…
  19. DocG

    Mors Kochanski - Sad News

    Today is the anniversary of Mors Kochanski’s death. I’m going into the woods to light a fire in his memory.