just two things- well three!

[treebeard72]

Firstly Hi everyone I'm a newbie
Secondly Could anyone advise me on a beginners bushcraft knife, as I'm new to all of this I don't want to spend a fortune just in case I don't get many chances to get out there.
Thirdly can anyone recommend any books on carving walking sticks?

Thanks all

 

[scanker]

1. Hello and welcome from me
2. Frosts mora or clipper Try Outdoorcode. (Other retailers are available )
3. Sorry no clue. Try a search on this site or have a look at Attleborough, they sell some books.

HTH.

 

[Bisamratte]

firstly, welcome to bcuk treebeard72, secondly get a Mora because they are very good and cheap, thirdly I dont know of any books but here's a walking stick that a beetle/worm type thing carved for me (I just removed the bark and added a few bits)

Andy

 

[Pablo]

Hi Treebeard,

I second the Frost Clipper. Great all rounder. For a tenner you can't go wrong.

By the way, where in Essex? North Essex here. North of Chelmsford.

Pablo.

 

[chrisanson]

hello and welcom
chris

 

[fred gordon]

Welcome to the site. Can't do better that agree with all thats been said. The Mora is the one

 

[Pipistrelle]

firstly, welcome to bcuk treebeard72, secondly get a Mora because they are very good and cheap, thirdly I dont know of any books but here's a walking stick that a beetle/worm type thing carved for me (I just removed the bark and added a few bits)

Andy

Nice!! does the beetle take orders? LOL

 

[leon-b]

yes go for the clipper its very good
leon

 

[pibbleb]

Welcome to BCUK I'm sure you'll enjoy it here!

I'll go along with everyone else so far and say a frost mora or clipper. Have a look around on evilbay and suppliers as you'll get a great deal.

I can't recommend any books, but would just suggest that you get your knife and have a go! If you have any questions just post and someone will either have the answer or have a sensible and sometimes creative suggestions!

Good luck with your projects!. Mind your fingers is the only advice I'd give!

P

 

[leon-b]

for the book i defininely say get Bushcraft by mors kochanski
leon

 

[John Fenna]

Hello and welcome!
Nothing to add on the recommendations - just to say Hi and enjoy the site!
John