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    Help to identify knife

    Hi everyone... Got this knife in New Zealand not too long ago. Can't seem to find any information on it's use and purpose. Odd shape on the spine (the recess) Any clue? [/URL][/IMG] [/URL][/IMG] [/URL][/IMG] Thanks in advance.
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    Where to get axe heads only

    Can anyone tell me where I can order axe head only (without the handle) I have a small project and may need a few. Would very much prefer not to buy a completely good axe and remove the handle. Mr Moderator...please remove my post if this is not the right place for it. Thanks
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    An axe with a flexible wood handle

    Hi...thought I'd share this video I recently compiled. Mr Moderator, please move my post if it is not posted on the right place. Enjoy :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y78U55kBv5Y&list=UU18E YArvvBvMrVhNrYgGZeQ&index=1&fe ature=plcp
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    Is there such a thing as a flexible axe handle?

    Hi everyone... I thought this would be the best place to ask. I recently had the privilege of witnessing an axe with a wooden handle that is flexible. It is not rattan. But it is really 'springy'. Is this something common among some designs of axe handles? pardon my ignorance but I am really...
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    1 died and 4 survived, lost in the jungle in Malaysia

    Hi everyone... Just saw the article below on the local news portal here. I think the location where it happened is in the southern state of Johor and very close to Endau Rompin National Park. The park itself is huge and its been reported to be home to several individuals of tigers and quite...
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    Camping with the Ibans of Batang Ai, Borneo

    Hi everyone... In June, I organized a group of like minded friends (6 in total) to a jungle camping trip with the Ibans of Batang Ai. We planned the trip so that we stayed at least a night at the long house and 2 nights camping out in the jungle. Here are some pictures from the trip...
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    Zebra (Thailand) camping cookware, stainless, 4pc set

    Hi everyone! I scored this 4pc camping cookware set by Zebra Thailand today. They were retailing for RM99.90 and currently on discounted price of RM70! I am so happy! Just to share some pics with you all :) Stainless steel SUS304 The box: The side of the box, showing its content...
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    Traditional Keruing tree oil extraction by the Semelais of Lake Bera, Pahang Malaysia

    Based on archeological findings, the Semelais have lived around Lake Bera for over 600 years. The largest natural freshwater lake in Malaysia, Lake Bera is a mystical and enchanting place to experience. The place has captured my heart and my other half since the first time we visited it...
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    Putting a wooden handle for a borneo parang

    Hi everyone... I have done a few wooden handles for knives and parang blades in the past (some terribly horrific looking), so I decided to give it another go. Was in Sarawak recently and manage to land myself a Iban styled Candong. Forged by a 3rd generation bladesmith. I manage to witness...
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    Handling a borneo parang

    Hi everyone. Not sure if I am posting this at the right place. Would just to share my latest project. Got the blade from a blade smith in Sarawak. I liked the shape and weight, so decided to give it a go. The maker was making 4 pieces, an order he says was made by an Iban. I paid him and left...
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    Portage...borneo style?

    Hi all...I stumbled on this incredible video on youtube. The title is 'Kenyah mudik'. Kenyah is the tribe and 'mudik' means going upstream. I think it is really an amazing video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqDci_aHRPE
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    The Kenyah blow-pipe making video

    I have always been intrigued by how blow pipes are made. Though there are several types of blowpipes (some made of bamboo), this video I stumbled upon on youtube really made my day! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xwkPKLO11E Enjoy!
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    Bidayuh blades in Semban, Sarawak

    Hi everyone, A month ago, I visited this village in Sarawak called Semban. It is very near to Kuching. A 5 and half hour trek up to the Bidayuh highlands. There are several villages along the trail and most of the lower villages will be submerged in water once a dam (in construction) is...
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    Beautiful parang gift from Borneo

    I was recently introduced to a local guide from Kuching, Sarawak by a mutual friend. Danny Voon is a kayaker, adventurer and a guide that specializes in less travelled routes in Borneo. After several exchange of emails, I also found out that he has a keen interest in promoting the preservation...
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    Resource on river safety

    Hi everyone...I am discovering this new interest in river trekking. I recently visited a river (not really big- about 5 meters across) with rocks and rapids and really enjoyed walking on it. I know the dangers of rivers (flash floods, twisted ankles etc) but I was wondering if there is a...
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    Meeting up with a blade enthusiast

    I have the pleasure of meeting up with a local Malaysian knife enthusiast (Stan) recently. He brought PART of his collection along and we went to a nearby secondary jungle to try some of the blades out. Here are the 'bigger' blades. My personal blades are no 2 & 3 from left. The...
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    Paddling a hydro dam in Kedah, Malaysia

    Hi everyone! Thought I'd share some pics of a paddling trip I did a few weeks back with a mate, Nadir. Nadir is here some where on BCUK but not sure what's his username. 5 days 4 nights, the two of us paddled the Ulu Muda dam, located in the state of Kedah, Peninsula Malaysia. A man-made...
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    Found my old Mora

    Ah-ha! I manage to dig up this old Mora I bought back in my university years. From a flea market, (probably stolen) for less than RM10. Never thought much of it until I started using and learning to appreciate a good Mora. Phew...thank God I manage to find it. Any tips of how to make...
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    Noooo! Mora replicas? What next???

    Stumbled upon this video on youtube about 'Replica' Moras. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rq3OU7lTYF4 Noooooo!
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    My first knife

    Hi everyone... This is my first attempt at making a handle for a blade. The blade was given to me by an Iban friend from Sarawak. I had a piece of guava wood, so decided to try my hands at making it's handle. What I started with: Using an electric drill and some epoxy, I got...