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    Morakniv ash wood outdoor knife collection

    You know, I'm not 100 percent sure to be honest. I imagine there to be a style conscious demographic with money to burn. Being careful of what I say because I don't want to cause offense, and I don't intend to because we all have our own ways and reasons for our hobbies. So... Imagine the...
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    Trip report for Kittila 2023

    Really enjoyed reading this.
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    Morakniv ash wood outdoor knife collection

    I'd just like to add, I don't think Mora has overpriced these. I believe that it's a well researched launch and campaign. There's obviously data they have that says I) the market can bare this pricing, and ii) most people don't care about the steel used. The storytelling thing they have going...
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    Morakniv ash wood outdoor knife collection

    At the same time Joker released new model. The Joker Bushlore, a woodlore clone in Sleipner. Under 100 euros.
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    Recommend me a cordless drill

    This is why I have a bunch of Ryobi. Just easy to use the same batteries on a lot of different tools. Makes it easy for DIY stuff. When I need a tool I already have the batteries. if I was in a trade I'd go for something more solid though.
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    What a good knife to use for cooking and bushcraft

    Mora companion is a solid choice. Low maintenance with the synthetic handles, but man I don't enjoy cutting veggies with mine... It does the job though, just not a first choice. So, to muddy the waters... for a food prep knife, I like the cold steel 4116 knives. The finn bear makes a nice...
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    Bushcraft and Mental Health

    This is so interesting. I've noticed this for myself over the last 15 years or so. I need to be outside to reset. It's like a mental reset. I work at a computer and if I'm not able to go out... Normally course fishing, I can feel the depression set in. My sleep gets worse and I become more...
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    Opinions needed. Buck 102 / 105

    I'm looking for opinions on Buck knives. Specifically a 102 or 105. Now this isn't for bushcrafty purposes, but a non offensive knife I can take fishing with me. So cutting line, food prep, a tent peg or two and the odd trout. Mostly I fish in catch and release areas anyway. So a camping knife...
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    Surviving Extreme Heat- UK 40° summer days.- climate change related severe heat events

    I've spent most of my life in South Africa. Not often that we got over 40 actually, but very often in the mid to high 30s - and I spent days, and sometimes weeks fishing there at large open dams. It's not that hard - sunscreen (highest SPF) and stay hydrated. It's tempting to wear shorts and...
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    what is the best technique for using a fero rod

    Caught this a bit late, but I can't get this to work without it feeling dangerous (need more speed and pressure than is controllable from that position). I've never had a proper LMF rod though - I imagine the rod makes a big difference to this working or not.
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    Knives and the Extractive Economy

    I can't think of one, but I'm following this thread with interest. I had previously seen the Marrttiini brand as one that had those values, but now with them moving production, I'm not so sure. Also not so sure how much to buy into the environmental garb anyway. It's all from the marketing...
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    Best Bushcraft Knife to Buy?

    Interestingly. I actually use a Muela (not that model, but the Rhino but looking at that knife a lot of my comments could apply) It's not the best for bushcrafty things, though better after thinning out and convexing the edge. I think the factory grind was 25 degrees a side or close to that...
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    Review: Spyderco Resilience after 8yrs:

    Good read and nice pics. Looks like a handy knife for sure. Never owned a Spyderco... Nope, don't need it... Nice though
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    Marttiini will close the gates in Finland.

    That's disappointing. I've always liked the brand
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    Sold A Wright Bushcraft knife ''Stag''

    Brilliant. Thank you. Looking forward to getting it in hand
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    What can you see No.1

    Oh man. These are super interesting. I have no clue about any this, so looking forward to seeing what the people who know say. Of the 5 this is the one where I'm struggling to see a track at all. I do see a path where the grass has been flattened in a direction. Can't wait to see what others...
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    Campsite Coffee

    I think you mean hourly
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    Campsite Coffee

    At home I normally use an espresso machine or a French press depending how I feel. Camping is just instant coffee most of the time because it's easy and everything tastes better out there anyway. On occasion I'll pack a percolator if I feel like carrying it. I like percolated coffee but never...
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    Which knife would you remake in a better/different steel?

    I see they've also done a 1095 version called the darklore. But added a fuller to it unfortunately.
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    budget bushcraft knife

    I just saw on Instagram that they're open for business again. Good to see.