It is clear that A.I. cannot comprehensively review a pocket knife because it lacks the necessary input from real-world experience. Human experts can still offer an informed opinion on such products, as they have had the opportunity to use and assess them in actual practical situations. For example, a human reviewer can provide details about…
Any time you go off the grid, there’s always a question as to how and when you’ll be able to charge your devices. These days, it’s not easy to fully unplug, which is where portable power stations come in.
Are you in the market for a new machete but have never bought one before? Knowing where to start can be a little overwhelming because machetes are far more diverse than most people realize. This diversity should be embraced because it means you have many unique options from which to choose. Use the tips and…
So, you think the perfect garden tool doesn’t exist? Then I have a surprise for you. The Barebones Hori Hori cuts, slices, trims, saws, digs, scoops, and looks good doing it.
It’s a rare day that you’ll catch me without a pen. You never know when you’ll need to take notes, jot down a stray thought, or provide my John Hancock.
Yes, you can survive with just a survival knife. A heavy-duty, well-made fixed, blade knife will be your best friend in many emergencies. However, we should dive deeper into the question because my answer to this question may surprise you or bother you off. First, think about what type of realistic survival situations you may…
I love this thing. I can get a little obsessive about weight when I’m hiking—yes, I’m one of those guys who saws the handle off his toothbrush—and the Fiskars Hatchet is light enough that I pack it on just about every backpacking trip I go on. It’s simply the best ultralight hiking hatchet I’ve found.
Today I am diving into the newest version of the Seiko Turtle, the SRPE93. It really should just be called a slightly updated Turtle because other than a new lume marker at 3 O’clock, the watch is identical to the Seiko SRP777. In the landscape of automatic watches, I think the Seiko SRPE93 might just…
As every parent quickly learns, once the little ones arrive, the simple act of leaving the house becomes a major operation. You don’t get to just grab your keys and go anymore. You need a whole arsenal of gear to support you and your youngsters as you venture out into the world, and you also…
The newish knife from SOG, the Terminus XR is up today for review. It’s another ho-hum folding knife to come out recently, and I grabbed it off of Amazon after seeing a few YouTube reviews. It got more favorable reviews than I’m about to give it, but all in all, it’s not too bad for around $50
A good axe can, and should, last you a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. But all too often, axes get used and abused to the point that they need some major TLC to get back into chopping shape. But not today. Today we’re going to take some time to learn how to properly sharpen an axe, so your trusty splitter will always have a working edge. Hand-sharpening an axe or hatchet is fairly simple, but there’s a technique to it that requires a bit of time and patience to master.
Axwell is a company that has set out to re-invent the everyday carry wallet, and I for one am all for it. The wallet has been ripe for reinvention for quite some time.
Kershaw Knives have been around for a while and their catalog boasts a wide assortment of folding knives, fixed-blade knives, camping knives and more. Probably best known for their folding knives, Kershaw offers a lot of knives for not too much money.
The term “machete” comes from the Spanish word for sledgehammer, and while any machete can make it through bushes and branches, heavy-duty machetes have all the wrecking power of this tool due to their unparalleled size, weight, and power. A heavy duty machete differs from a regular machete in that it’s meant to be more…
Condor Tool and Knife made the Bushlore knife to tackle the toughest bushcraft and camping tasks, and, by extension, help you survive in any natural environment. It’s not quite a survival knife, but it’s definitely a robust bushcraft knife that can handle tough camping tasks.
I bought the knife in June of this year (2022) and never got around to writing a review until now, so my opinions have changed. First, don’t waste your money on a $20 knife…ever. Save a few more bucks and get to the $30-$50 range. However, if you were to spend your last $22 on a knife, should it be the Zilch? Maybe, it’s not a total loser considering the entire cheap knife landscape.
Are you like me and always on the hunt for that one amazing watch that does it all? I sure am and have been for a few years. Many have come close, but I haven’t found one to crown the champ yet. I am going to give you a little backstory on my watch addiction…
The earliest known machete may have come from Ancient Greece or China, with the Greeks using a kopi, a very similar tool, and the Chinese using the dao. However, European armies, throughout multiple centuries, have also used swords that resemble machetes. The modern manufacture of machetes likely originated in 1826 in Collinsville, Connecticut.
