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  1. FerlasDave

    How to wash an old backpack.

    I would put it inside an old pillowcase cable tied up or similar to avoid clips getting caught and then run it on a delicates cycle on cold in the washing machine with normal detergent or whatever you use. It should be okay provided it’s not too hot as that could remove the PU coating although...
  2. FerlasDave

    South West Bushcraft Show.

    Very much so. Making some absolutely fantastic knives too! Really top quality stuff.
  3. FerlasDave

    South West Bushcraft Show.

    I know that Josh, who used to frequent BCUK as siberianfury will be there. His business is called Avalon bushcraft. I hope I haven’t caused anyone ptsd by mentioning him! :-)
  4. FerlasDave

    BcUK Photograph of 2025 March Heat Vote

    Ye does a stellar job indeed! Rather him than me. :encourage: :beerchug:
  5. FerlasDave

    Kyt-Lyn-Walken

    No disrespect intended Sam :-)
  6. FerlasDave

    Kyt-Lyn-Walken

    She seems to have come from nowhere and now seems to be collaborating with anyone and everyone. No idea if she’s kosher or not just an observation, I guess she must be pretty good at whatever it is she does.
  7. FerlasDave

    BcUK Photograph of 2025 March Heat Vote

    Is it just me or is my picture not in the poll?
  8. FerlasDave

    La Niña…Your thoughts?

    Reading up some more on these “climate drivers.” Might be interesting to others as well… https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/services/government/contingency-planners/seasonal-forecasts-and-climate-drivers-resources
  9. FerlasDave

    Any gamers on here?

    I literally just heard of this last night, Fooster did a video of it on YouTube. It looks pretty decent.
  10. FerlasDave

    La Niña…Your thoughts?

    I’ve definitely noticed a difference locally in the weather systems we’ve had this winter. Whilst it’s been windier, it’s also been drier and colder than average. We don’t usually get frosts in the valley here but have had a fair few, which has had a positive impact on the plant life in the...
  11. FerlasDave

    Tilley storm lamp resurrection

    https://bushcraftuk.com/community/threads/28-second-kerosene-heating-oil-in-tilley-lamps.161796/
  12. FerlasDave

    BcUK Photograph of 2025 March Heat

    Up and over!
  13. FerlasDave

    Just add water.....

    Roti/chapatti are an excellent choice. Super easy and takes only minuets to cook. Just make sure you use genuine chapatti flour as some have said that normal whole meal flour can be used but it’s not finely ground enough, resulting in a sub-par roti and many Indian ancestors turning in their...
  14. FerlasDave

    Designing a custom outdoor knife

    Thanks chaps. I’ll bring one across when I’m next working back your way. :encourage:
  15. FerlasDave

    The other half - Handles.

    Very nice. Do you have an oscillating multi tool? That could be useful for cutting the slot…
  16. FerlasDave

    Designing a custom outdoor knife

    Thanks. The knives are all done. But I needed to do three articles so I thought each one could be a good jumping off point for discussions.
  17. FerlasDave

    Designing a custom outdoor knife

    Yes, many lessons have been learned for sure! You should do a post about your folding knife handle. That sounds interesting. The print was perfect! To say as Tom and I hadn’t discussed handle shape all that much he pretty much had it nailed right away. I guess it’s that artistic eye doing its job.
  18. FerlasDave

    Designing a custom outdoor knife

    Hi all, I thought I would add an article I've written recently about my process for designing and building a custom knife. I know a few of you have been aware of this project for some time, and the process had been very long winded but the finished article is now here! Please enjoy part one of...
  19. FerlasDave

    Track and trace ID

    Ok, the game is up. The species was a herd of Sika deer! Descendants of an escaped herd from a local estate. Unmistakable head dress on them, and I believe they create small herds for winter and into spring. Very exciting this was my first time seeing this species. Excuse the dodgy photo...
  20. FerlasDave

    Lowered expectations and greater happiness

    I used to be the one with tons of kit, mostly cheap or home made. Not one thing would do everything of what I wanted. In recent years I’ve found that it’s easier just to apply a little patience, and research equipment well before purchasing. That way I can probably spend a little bit more, and...