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Hi all, I doubt I'll be remembered but several years ago I was a regular and enthusiastic poster on these forums. I have a small query: Does anyone know of a North American Ventile distributor? My parka, a hand-me-down from an elderly family member has given up the proverbial ghost and I'm...

Hey guys, It's been quite a while since I've posted, but I'm sure that at least some of you will remember me. Anyway, I've been looking to find a metal lid that will fit my Canadian army canteen cup. Making brews on a beach in late February and early March without a lid for my brew kit uses...

Well now that I'm in the mood to start posting again I figured its about time that I get back into the swing of things here. So, here we go: In Munich I paid a visit to Sporthaus Shuster and almost had a heart attack walking through the front doors. The place is a kit junkies dream. I think...

Europe was incredible and I had the time of my life. I'll post more about it later and I will also post a few photos. Some of the villages in Croatia I visited still used donkey carts as transportation and many people used bushcraft on a daily basis. Anyway, just figured I'd pop in and say...

Uhm...I'm not quite sure where to post this but this seems as good a place as any: On the 27th (that's this coming Sunday) I'm flying out of here to spend six weeks in Europe. I'll be staying in Munich for three days and then be heading over to Zagreb in Croatia. (I think I might pay a visit...

I was in my local butcher shoppe earlier this afternoon looking at knives (I know, its an addiction and I need help) when I came across what looked like a black handled Victorinox Spartan in the display cabinet. Closer inspection revealed that no, it wasn't a Victorinox but a $44 dollar Wusthof...

I remember reading a thread once that had something to do with using bicycle tire inner tubing as extra grip on a knife handle ? I tried searching for it but couldn't find the thread I was looking for. Anyway want to help me out on this one? Thanks, Adam

I picked it up earlier this week. It has a 100% cotton ripstop outer and is fully lined with polyester mesh. It still needs a good proofing but from what I've experienced so far it dries quite quickly. It's not Ventile, but it certainly weighs less. I apologize for the poor picture, but my...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/10m-60-ventile-waterproof-breathable-cotton-fabric_W0QQitemZ130094979600QQcategoryZ71211QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem No, I'm not related to the sellar. And I don't live in the UK either. But for those of you who do...... Good luck to whoever wins this fabric...

http://cgi.ebay.com/AVAIATION-WILDERNESS-SWISS-ARMY-KNIFE-SURVIVAL-GEAR-KIT_W0QQitemZ290098416090QQcategoryZ106996QQcmdZViewItem No, I'm not connected to the seller in any way shape or form. But the link is hilarious. And I quote "YOU WILL SURVIVE!" :lmao: Adam

Here's a question: In terms of freehand sharpening, exactly how difficult are steels such as VG-10 to work with? I'm thinking more along the lines of say, a complete edge reprofile such as one would need when their knife has become completely and utterly blunt. I understand that in a perfect...

Here'a curious question: When you're out in the bush, what is your preferred cooking method? Fire or a stove? Mind you, I'm referring to ideal conditions. We've all spent time in areas where campfires are banned. But if you had the choice, which would you choose? Adam

I don't know how else to say this or where else to say it but this is my 1,000th post. If I had enough money I'd buy all of you a pint but.........not tonight. Maybe next week. :D Adam

I live on a giant rock that's nearly the whole length of Ireland. Another way of saying that is that its about the same size as Taiwan. It hardly ever snows here, most Christmases are very green and you could go play golf on Boxing day if you really wanted to. But last night it snowed here...

....I got bored the other day and e-mailed Victorinox Canada inquiring about the blade steel used in their knives. The response that I got this morning is (and I quote directly from my e-mail inbox) "Mr. Bajan – We are not sure what the steel designation used by our factory in Switzerland...

http://www.superknife.com/ A tad expensive, but quite possibly an appropriate substitute to the Derma folding razor so often found in survival kits. AND...the user can change the blade. Oh, and I'm definately not associated with the website, seller, or company. Cheers, Adam

I found this fantastic page last night while looking for information about the Victorinox soldier. It's definately worth having a look at, as anyone who knows me or reads my odd posts knows of my obsession for all things Victorinox or Wenger. And as usual, I have no connection with the...

...are they dishwasher safe? ...or better when hand washed and scrubbed? Cheers, Adam

Does anyone out there have any experience with dextrose tablets? I found these at a small bakery in town here the other day and I've been thinking of picking up a small box of them for the fun of it. Are they worth it for a quick energy boost or not? Adam

I found this today and I think it's quite a useful reference for anyone owning SAK's or thinking of purchasing one. It might actually be worth stickying, but that's up to the Mods. Also, if you're looking at that site, please click on "image gallery" and in the top right corner you'll see a...