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    Assistance required - rehandling a knife

    Hi all I need some assistance with my first attempt at rehandling a knife. Ultimately i want to rehandle my Fallkniven F1 and H1with some wooden handles but at the moment i thougth i'd practise on a Cold Steel Master Hunter that i've got. I cut out the old handle and it's got a full length...
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    info needed - Sabre 60-100 & Sabre 75

    hi all I'd appreciate some info from ppl who have used or own either the Karrimor Sabre 60-100 Or the Sabre 75. i'm interested in purchasing either one but i need to know the physical dimensions of the packs. I know the Sabre 60 has adjustable harness but the Sabre 75 doesnt, however i'm 6'1...
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    Another Kifaru Post!!

    I finally got my Marauder from Kifaru and what can i say?? AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!! i'll be taking it out for a "bash and trash" over the next few days so i'll post a proper review them along with some pics. it's a panel opened as opposed to a top loader and about 37L in size. I got it...
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    Kifaru Pointman Pack

    first...WOW, the new forum looks awesome...great job gentlemen!!! I mentioned on the forum some time ago that i would post a review of the my latest toy, so here it is. Ordered from www.kifaru.net (awesome service and VERY customer service oriented) Pack construction: Constructed...
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    Finally Got It!!!!!

    After reading MUCH about the quality of Kifaru, i have finally received my long awaited Kifaru Pointman pack along with two long pouches and one back pouch all with Malice clip attachments. I must say it was DEFINATELY worth the wait AND the money!!! This pack is AWESOME!!!!! the hipbelt i...
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    RAy Mears programs and screenings

    I'm interested in getting some of the Ray Mears programs on DVD/Video. CAn anyone advise whether they are available from places OTHER than the Ray MEars website?? are they available from BBC or somewhere like that? Second question...one Ray's website he's got a new book being released in...
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    Kifaru packs

    Anyone had any experience with Kifaru packs??? i read the post a couple of weeks ago re the Kifaru tipi and their gear seems to be top notch as far as quality goes...just want to know if anyone's used the pack? i'm thinking about getting the Pointman. regards Jeelan
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    Trek to Concordia/K2 and Snow Lake region

    Hi all I know this may be a little off topic on this forum, but i'm based in Perth (Aus) and i'm putting together an expedition for exploratory style trekking in the Karakorum Ranges in Pakistan, specifically trekking to K2 Base Camp and then through the Snow Lake regions. This trek has...
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    Anyone know how to dye canvas?

    I picked up a new pack yesterday which is a polycotton canvas. Unfortunately, being an Alpine design, its bright RED. i've tried using a clothing dye but the colour wont stick to the polyster. Anyone got any ideas as to what i can do??? i basically want to get it to black as olive green is...
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    advise re spostage and handling costs

    hi.. i recently wrote to PRI expressing interest in the Karrimor Sabre 35 and Delta 35 and asked for their prices plus postage to Australia. This is the response i got "Dear Jeelan, I must apologise for the delay in replying, technical problems our end. We can supply you, The Sabre 35 in...
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    woodlore knife vs Fallkniven

    hi all Just a quick question re some advice i'm after.. i've currently got a Fallkniven F1 and am considering getting both the H1 and also the Woodlore knife... The only drawback i have with the F1 is that i find the handle too thin and it doesnt quite fit my hand as well as id like it...
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    what packs do ppl use for bushcraft??

    being a bit of a gear freak i'm curious as to whether members of this forum have used brands other than the common ones mentioned here such as Snugpack, Berghaur and Karrimor?? While i understand these are probably natural choices for ppl here as it is a british site, has anyone had any...