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    Singer Sewing Machines - which models to look out (for Bushcraft Projects)

    I have been reading all of Angst's recent posts on his 201k additions with great interest. Today I missed out on a hand crank "99" for the sake of £5 at a car boot sale. In reality I didn't know what I was really looking for or the true cost. What I thought would be useful if the more expert...
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    Recognise this Cookset?

    Anyone recognise this cookset; Is it still available / from where? Thanks, GH
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    Swiss Infranty Axe

    Considering getting one of these: http://www.troph-e-shop.com/de/infanterie-beil-gebr.html Made 1939 - 1942 Maker: Hämmerli. Axe Head ca. L14.5 x B8.5cm Length ca. 33,5cm Weight with mask ca.1,1kg Anyone use or seen one?
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    Waterproofing German Poncho

    My German Army Poncho wetted out badly this week, admittedly in torrential rain. Its the rubberized version and looking at the label all I recognise is Polyamid and Polyurethane. Has anyone any experience/ advice on reproofing them? I think I read on a previous thread someone using Plasti Dip...
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    Leather Blanket Straps

    Hi, I am looking to get leather "Blanket" straps to attach to a Swiss Army Rucksack. I'm thinking @60cm L, 20mm wide and 2-4mm thick (in dark brown). Any ideas where to buy?
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    Heads Up on Vapalux Lamps

    These normally seem to be in short supply - new batch on ebay today. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vapalux-Hurricane-Kerosine-Lantern-M320-Paraffi-Diesel-Army-Surplus-/330753022088?pt=UK_Collectables_Militaria_LE&var=&hash=item7dbe8b27c7 No connections etc....
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    Belgium Army Wool Blanket Vs Dutch Army Wool Blanket

    Has anyone experience of the Belgium Army Wool Blanket? I can get one considerably cheeper than a Dutch army equivalent, so I am wondering about quality.
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    NEO AIR in a Hammock ?

    I am thinking of getting a NEO AIR self inflating mattress - mainly for ground dwelling. I am wondering how suitable it would be as an insulating mat in a DD hammock? I am thinking noise may be a factor? Anyone any experience of a NEO AIR mat with a hammock set up?
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    Hi from the Dublin Mountains

    :naughty: Apologies been lurking for a while without introduction. Hello My name's Adrian and I'm from Dublin. Found this site/forum while looking for information on "Tarp" camping Recently re-acquainted myself with camping and now starting to do a bit of "wild camping" in the Dublin...