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To the hive mind, I’m thinking of asking nearest and dearest to buy me a Helikon-tex Swagman Roll for Christmas. I’d value input on the following: 1/ is it a useful garment for sitting still at camp and/or observing nature? 2/ what colour do you favour - not DPM or MTP or Woodland as I’ve worn...

For sale, my son's used trousers in grey with black knees and seat. Used as a scout, now grown up and a bit bigger so selling. Small repair on leg - see picture 2 - otherwise ok and all fastenings present and working. Would like £45 by bank transfer, please.

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...

Hi I used a scorp/skorp for making spoons some time ago. I have used “normal” spoon knives for a long time, but noticed that beginners found the scorp easier to manoeuvre than a fixed right- or left-handed spoon knife. Does anyone have one or more for sale, please? I’m looking for “good used”...

Greetings. Has anyone tried the (relatively) new Helikontex Swagman poncho? Reviews seem in favour, albeit either evangelical discovery-type blogs or what appear to be sponsored/paid advertisements. I have yet to see one being used as part of a video without the video being about it, if you...

Hi, just met a colleague over lunch. He has a pair of £24.99 neoprene wellies from Aldi. Not sure how long they've been available, but he has worn them for the past few days with no probs - comfortable, waterproof and, so far, strong. Will be calling in later today.

Hi Does anyone own (or has owned) a pair of Country Innovation Kestrel ventile trousers? They have a single ventile outer with a Paramo-type liner (I think - the website describes it as "Innovation XL Lining"). I'm looking for warmer, just about waterproof "wear all day and not have to carry...

Hello all. This is a new thread, albeit one that links to an earlier, withdrawn one. I am enjoying using the F1 that was so kindly offered to me earlier this year. I am still curious about the H1, so I'd like to try to find a used one in reasonable condition ASAP. If anyone has one available...

I found a wonderful supply of black currants near the coast this morning. As I merrily foraged along the path, I found two forms of currant on the bushes as illustrated in the attached pictures. I have tasted both types and both taste equally pleasant. My concern is that one is covered with a...

I recently bought two dormant wild garlic (Allium ursinum) plants from a herb nursery on Black Isle. My garden is generally well drained as we are on sandstone and the garden used to be part of a farmyard so there are lots and lots and lots of lovely stones to aid the drainage. I do have a lower...

Hi I have an Alpkit Brukit Jackal that has a burner that will not screw on to gas canisters anymore. The rest of the kit is fine so I'd like to try to find a replacement burner. Does anyone have one? Does anyone know if an alternative will fit? I have tried Alpkit directly, but they don't have...

Greetings all. I have a Robens Kobuk stove for my tipi tent and am very pleased with it. I'm considering buying a water heater that wraps round the flue/chimney as a way to free up stove space for cooking as I'm finding that a kettle and a pan are all I can safely fit on top. Does anyone have...

Lightly used knife, I think originally bought from this forum. For sale on behalf of son who's starting to make his own stuff and so needs to raise funds for materials. Sheath has been wet formed and waxed so holds the knife well IMHO. Knife was used for a year in Explorers but was not abused...

Hi Anyone have a right handed F1 sheath available, please? ATB

Hi, I have had the Fallkniven F1 recommended to me by several people. I can't afford a new one at present. Does anyone have a used but usable F1 they'd be prepared to sell, please? I'd prefer a plastic sheath, right handed - but I think I can buy those separately (anyone know for sure?)...

Greetings all, Are there any long-term users of a Fallkniven H1 out there who'd be willing to share their experiences? I like the F1's steel but don't find the handle comfortable. I think the H1 might be the answer. (Also, does anyone near Inverness or Elgin own an H1 they'd be willing to...

I have it on good faith that there are some olive drab NI packs out there. I forgot to return my DPM one and have found it a great bushcraft bag. However, I don't really like having camo kit, so I'd like either an olive one or a suitable alternative- suggestions welcomed. Hope you can help out...

Hi, I'm looking for advice about grills for use over open fires. I read Paul Kirtley's excellent blog post about canoe expedition cooking sets where he mentions Purcell Trench products. When I looked them up they were very well made but a bit too expensive for me. I'm looking for two items -...

I bought this shirt about a year ago for SWMBO. It hasn't been worn much and never near a fire: walking in cool, dry weather a couple of times before being put aside. It's a medium with the following measurements when laid flat: Pit to pit 22" Pit to cuff 19" Collar to hem (straight down the...

Hi, I've fancied a ventile top for a while but don't like the "action man" look of many jackets that are based on the British Army smock. Ebbelsen have a jacket that looks more civilian (if you follow me) but is as pricey as other brands. I think the fit will be ok for me - but willing to...