Category: 10C’s of Survivability list

Handmade Puukko Whittler Knife from an OPINEL no9 Blade.

I had spare Opibel No 9 blade so made me a whittling knife, based on a Puukko knife. The joy Novice survivalist

Rough Ryder Black G-10 Lockback, A nice choice in between a Traditional and Modern knife

A Sharp and Shiny is a Sharp and Shiny – They all deserve a good home

Came across this in a thrift store. I git it just because it was unusual and had no idea what it was. And…it was 50 cents. Brought it home and discovered …..joy. its actually a knife. Sooooo. Gave it some love and a home… Continue Reading “A Sharp and Shiny is a Sharp and Shiny – They all deserve a good home”

You won’t believe what happens when these two knives combine! Opinel + Svord A Hybrid SVOPinel !!”

I had a moment. ( Happens when you old like me) and decided to make a hybrid folding knife. This is the result. A fun project if anything Novice survivalist

SVORD Peasant Knife Upgrade – Opinel inspired handle and safety tip for …

I am a whittler. Love to whittler decided to step a bit. I wanted a wood handle for my Svord Peasant Knife. I have very little power tools and no electricity in the shed…so did it the old way. Remember, Sometimes you have to… Continue Reading “SVORD Peasant Knife Upgrade – Opinel inspired handle and safety tip for …”

Transforming a SVORD Mini Peasant knife – DIY Modification to a Wood Handle.

I thought I would make it more interaction. After all its history is hundreds of years old. So I added my own wooden handle Remember lots can be learnt from tradition. Knowledge is a survival skill. The Novice Survivalist

The twisted Vine, DIY Walking stick – Fun Project carving and whatnot

I like to go walkabout and like sharp and shinny things. So used one to make walkbouts easier. Fun easy to do project Remember knowledge is a survival skill. Keeping up practicing with your tools can be fun and knowledgeable. Be safe out there… Continue Reading “The twisted Vine, DIY Walking stick – Fun Project carving and whatnot”

SVORD Peasant Knife -The Large and Mini. Simple pleasure with a lot of history

Came across these while researching history of knives and such. Very interesting. So I got one or 2. Very old style of knives .Originally used by the Roman foot soldiers during the hey day of the Empire. Used or all tasks from general camp… Continue Reading “SVORD Peasant Knife -The Large and Mini. Simple pleasure with a lot of history”

Opinel #8 Outdoor Sport, Folding Survival Knife, Sea and Mountain, The Blade is certainly different.

I came across this while researching traditional European knives. I was surprised that Opinel have this. It’s not your normally Opinel. But still it’s an Opinel…so I got it. Interesting knife. Remember knowledge is a survival skill The Novice Survivalist

Early Spring Walkabout Riverbend MN. 3-2023, Small Pack loadout and a Critter visits

I thought that spring had finally arrived. Yep another false start to spring. But it gave me the chance to get out and about. The joy. Come join me… Remember any chance to get out is always a learning experience. Knowledge and experience is… Continue Reading “Early Spring Walkabout Riverbend MN. 3-2023, Small Pack loadout and a Critter visits”

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