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  • Best Kukri Knife – Top Rated Survival Knives

    Posted in: Knife Blog by Michael on September 16, 2024
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    Top 5 Kukri KnivesWhat is the best kukri knife? For many, an authentic, traditional khukuri is the only option. These knives are hand-forged by Kamis, master artisans from Nepal who have honed their skills through centuries of practice. Traditional khukuri knives are prized for their craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and durability. The design has been passed down through generations, making them ideal for purists who want an authentic experience.

    These kukris often feature wooden or bone handles, with a blade made from high-carbon steel. The high-carbon content allows the blade to hold a sharp edge and withstand heavy use, although it may require more maintenance to prevent rust. Despite their age-old design, these kukris are highly functional tools that can be surprisingly affordable compared to high-end, modern kukri designs. Continue reading this post ➜

  • Guide to Sharpening a Kukri Knife

    Posted in: Knife Blog, Survival and Preparedness by Michael on September 25, 2024
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    The kukri, also spelled khukuri, is a traditional Nepalese knife known for its distinct, forward-curving blade. Used for centuries as a tool and weapon, the kukri holds cultural significance in Nepal and has become renowned worldwide for its unique design and cutting power. Keeping your kukri sharp is essential for ensuring its effectiveness, whether for outdoor tasks, combat, or ceremonial use. Sharpening a kukri requires some specific techniques due to the shape of the blade. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

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  • Lansky Turn Box Review: Crock Stick Knife Sharpener with Ceramic Rods

    Posted in: Gear Reviews by Michael on May 18, 2019
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    Review of the Lansky Turn Box ceramic rod knife sharpening systemToday I am reviewing the Lansky Turn Box Crock Stick knife sharpener (model LCD5D with 4 ceramic rods); one of my favorite sharpening systems for its quick touch up ability, ease of use and portability for carrying in the field. Despite my best efforts, I have never been skilled at manual sharpening with a whetstone. Countless hours of practice have mostly lead to inconsistent sharpness, incorrect edge angles, wasted time and much frustration. This simple little $12 sharpening system from Lansky can alleviate all those complications.

    The Lansky Turn Box is a very affordable, compact, quick and easy to learn sharpening system. Those of you familiar with the Spyderco Sharpmaker will notice many similarities between these two rod-based sharpening systems. They actually complement each other quite well. Continue reading this post ➜

  • Ontario RAT 2: My Favorite EDC Pocket Knife

    Posted in: Knife Blog by Michael on January 4, 2019
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    Ontario RAT 2I have always had a preference for fixed blades, but in the average person’s day-to-day life they are simply not practical. I doubt many office workers could stroll into their cubicle with a BK9 hanging from the waist without someone calling the police. That’s why the majority of “EDC” knives (Every Day Carry) are small and inconspicuous folders. They don’t draw attention and as long as certain restrictions are met according to your local laws, are usually perfectly legal to conceal carry.

    Today I’m going to be discussing the Ontario RAT 2, my current and all-time favorite EDC pocket knife. Continue reading this post ➜

  • Paramilitary 2: The Best Spyderco Knife

    Posted in: Knife Blog by Michael on May 11, 2018
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    If you are a knife connoisseur then you’ve most likely heard of the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 folding knife. It’s no secret that the Para 2 has easily become one of the best reviewed, most popular and fastest selling folding knives on the market by both users and collectors alike.

    What is it about the Paramilitary 2 that makes it so special? A handful of unique design features, quality build materials, robust compression lock and improvements over the original Paramilitary help explain why it has become a must have for all knife enthusiasts wanting a larger sized folder for everyday carry.

    Lets take a quick look and discuss the various reasons for its ascent to the top of an evergrowing pile of high quality EDC knives.

    Paramilitary 2 folder with black DLC and digital camo pattern from Spyderco; made in Golden, Colorado USA. Continue reading this post ➜

  • Folding Saw Vs. Kukri – Best Compact Wood Processing Tool for Survival and Bushcraft

    Posted in: Knife Blog by Michael on March 6, 2018
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    Best Compact Wood Cutting Tool: Kukri or Folding Saw?Which is the best compact wood processing tool for your bug-out bag – a kukri knife or folding saw? Both have their advantages and disadvantages.

    One of the points to consider is always the weight, of course, and here a folding saw will almost always win. The majority of folding saws will be much lighter than a kukri. A kukri with, say, a 12” blade will likely weigh in at around a pound and a quarter (at least) – heavier than a folding saw. Small folding saws are generally about the size of an oversized pocket knife and function in the same manner.

    There are also larger triangular models that have 15″ to 20″ or longer saw blades. This type of folding saw resembles a metal baton in compact form and they fold out into a very sturdy triangle shaped saw. They are stronger, come with larger blades, are capable of heaver cutting and still collapse into a very compact form factor. Plus, even these enlarged collapsible/folding saws are still more lightweight than a standard kukri knife. I prefer triangle shaped folding saws myself (for example, the 21″ Sven), so that is this type I will be contrasting with the kukri. Continue reading this post ➜

  • TEOTWAWKI Skills: Practical Talents for Life After Civilization

    Posted in: Survival and Preparedness by Michael on November 16, 2017
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    A growing selection of people all over the world are experiencing major changes for the worse in many facets of daily life. Future uncertainties have created an extraordinary movement towards survival and preparedness due to massive and continued foreclosures, layoffs and the ever increasing prices of basic commodities. Most experts in preparedness, survival and TEOTWAWKI agree that there is need of practical skills for life after civilization. These experts also agree that “The end of the world as we know it (TEOTWAWKI)” refers to circumstances that can forever alter society and threaten the survival of human beings. Some of these situations include nuclear war, mega volcano eruptions, worldwide pandemics and asteroid impacts, among others. The average person may think these events seem absurd, but they’re among many deadly and devastating disasters that can alter society and our planet well into the future. Continue reading this post ➜

  • Best Bow Drill Techniques to Start a Fire with Friction

    Posted in: Survival and Preparedness by Michael on October 6, 2017
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    Mastering the art of starting a fire using friction with the bow drill method can be immensely rewarding. It can also be extremely frustrating, difficult and time consuming if proper technique and preparation aren’t followed. This guide will take you through the bow drill process as well as provide you some handy tips on the best techniques to implement when you first begin learning this primitive fire starting process. Continue reading this post ➜

  • How to Prep Without Spending a Penny

    Posted in: Survival and Preparedness by Contributor on February 13, 2017
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    Question: do you think prepping is expensive? If you look at some of the products that are out there, one would think so. $600 for a crossbow? 10 grand for a one year stockpile?

    In today’s article I want to make a list of some of the things you can do right now that are 100% free. They’re in no particular order, but I highly encourage you to stop reading anything else until you do or start doing at least a couple of them. We’re flooded with information and, for some people, this means they delay taking action. Continue reading this post ➜

  • Schrade Jethro Review: Kukri-like Survival Machete

    Posted in: Machete Reviews, Survival Knife Reviews by Michael on January 13, 2017
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    Today I am reviewing the Schrade Jethro (model SCHF48), a survival knife/machete hybrid with a 11.625″ kukri-like fixed blade that is more than capable of piercing, batoning, and powering through any heavy chopping jobs you can throw at it. Its official MSRP is just north of of $80.00, but with a little bargain hunting the Schrade Jethro can be found for under $50, making its price a competitive one for the quality offered by this large kukri inspired blade.

    This bold, kukri-like survival machete is manufactured by BTI Tools, a company that produces Schrade products as well as Old Timer, Uncle Henry, and Imperial branded products. They are probably best known for their pocket knives, but feature a wide selection of products ranging from fixed and folding knives, collapsible batons, tactical pens to tactical and survival accessories and flashlights that are used by survival/outdoor enthusiasts, law enforcement, and even fire department personnel. Schrade knives were manufactured by Taylor Brands until 2016, but Smith & Wesson acquired Taylor Brands and incorporated it into BTI Tools. Continue reading this post ➜