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…
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…
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…
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.
All of the great blades throughout history have one thing in common: they have great stories attached to them. From the katana sword of Japan to the Bowie knife of the Wild West, getting to know the history of your blade is one of the most satisfying parts of owning one.
For anglers of a certain generation—several generations, really—the Zebco 33 isn’t just a fishing reel, it’s the fishing reel. Though it’s been widely imitated over the years, it remains the original, iconic spincast reel.
It is not always easy determining the right tool for the right job. Sometimes you grab pliers when you really need a wrench, and sometimes you get a Bic lighter when you really need a firestarter. Knives are one such piece of equipment where there is a decent amount of overlap between types and jobs….
Some scuba divers use dive computers to track their dives but others don’t use them. Here’s everything you need to know about dive computers.
Online reviews are everywhere. Whether you want to buy a piece of hiking gear, book a hotel or check out a new restaurant just down the street, chances are there are dozens (if not hundreds) of online voices telling you why that is or isn’t a good idea. Amid all that chatter, how do you…
Should you carry a pocket knife? Yes! Of course you should. This isn’t really an open question, or up for debate. We’d just leave it at that, but supposing (somehow) you’re not entirely satisfied with just that clear-cut answer. Suppose you’re saying: “C’mon, it’s the 21st century: Do I really need to tote around a…
What is a machete? A machete is a large, sharp knife that is used for chopping and slicing. It is often used to clear brush or cut through dense vegetation. Machetes are found in many different sizes and styles, making them versatile tools for a variety of tasks. What size Machete do I need? Machetes…
Machetes – everyone has seen them in movies and likely has one stashed away somewhere in their home, just in case. But what are machetes, and what are they used for? Who needs one and when? A machete is a sizable, cleaver-like, chopping instrument commonly used for agricultural activities like cutting sugar cane and/or hacking…
More and more people are spending their leisure time chucking axes at a target—and, more often than not, sipping some suds while they do so. But, where did this simple game come from, and why has it taken the world by storm? Read on and find out the history if axe-throwing, and what makes it so popular!
Bigfoot is considered the North American representative of a whole family tree of hirsute apemen. The collective imagination is fixated on this creature, so here is our analysis on the Bigfoot.
Recently we reviewed the Cahill Mid-size Diver from Spinnaker Watches. After several weeks of wearing the watch and really enjoying it, our interest was piqued as to who exactly the watch was named after and why Spinnaker chose the name. Before long, we were engulfed in the life and adventure of James Cahill.
