• Buck has a long history of producing quality knives and the latest model I have looked at is the Buck “Selkirk” which is described as [...]

  • I am a bit of a fan of 5.11 clothing and equipment, finding it to be tough, durable, comfortable and very well suited for use [...]

  • My preference for natural fibre fabrics over synthetics is an open secret, so it will come as no surprise that I was very pleased to [...]

  • The “Armory Jacket” is 5.11's new “casually smart” styled top of an almost classic design, made from a 60% cotton 40% polyester fleece fabric to [...]

  • Review by Lucas Payton Hammocking is becoming a very popular alternative to using a tent for camping. The appeal comes from the ability to easily [...]

  • Introduction This is a review of the OvaEasy Egg Crystals. The review is slightly different in as much as I experimented on my children, I [...]

  • Review By Craig Johnson I have always liked the look of the “traditional” style bell tents. They fit perfectly with my idea of a family/group [...]

  • Review Stryke Pants from 5.11 By Andy Sargeant If you thought tactical pants were just baggy battle dress without the camo-pattern, you might have to [...]

  • Review Wisport rucksack and pouch By Mark Aspell Wisport is a very popular brand in its native Poland – and is yet to make its [...]

  • Review Ridgeline Grizzly, Roar II and Monsoon II jackets By Mark Aspell I’ve had 3 of the Ridgeline coats to test for a couple of [...]

  • Review Whitby & Co Hand Warmer By John Fenna                 Hand warmers that run on lighter fuel are [...]

  • Review Mora Bushcraft Survival Knife By John Fenna Mora Knives are renowned for being excellent cutting tools at a reasonable price, delivering quality without costing [...]

  • Review of the DAJO Survival Knife I'm not a great lover of "survival" knives but have to admit I've found one worthy of the name [...]

  • Review of the Nordisk Tarp SI L  by John Fenna I am always on the lookout for a good tarp, and the Nordisk SI range [...]

  • I have read thousands of gear reviews over the years, I have even made some purchases as a result of them. To me it is [...]

  • Review 'Hawk' from Nite Watches First Impressions I got the Hawk from Nite watches a couple of months ago and got it on my wrist [...]

  • Review - Trangia Triangle By John Fenna I have used Trangia stoves in various forms for many years (remember the red ones? I do!) in [...]

  • Review of Hultafors knives by John Fenna I have recently had the opportunity to try out some of the new “Craftman’s” range of knives from [...]

  • Review by John Fenna The Svord “Peasant Knife” is a tough little folder from New Zealand based on designs used in Bohemia and Bavaria a few [...]