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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

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What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness? Figuring out the five things…unfortunately not 5 all the time…normally start with 3.. 1. breathing…2. having food to eat ..and 3. getting out of bed… hey I retired, old and on a fixed budget.

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

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If you could have something named after you, what would it be? Outdoor junkie…just saying Love the outdoors. Nature has so much to offer us. Peace, quiet and restoring. Everybody needs that. Try it. 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”

2 just like now I wish I was 21 again..

When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? Just saying. This older age thing is not really all its cracked up to be……

Artisan Cutlery – Sea Snake Fixed Blade EDC Knife, Very nice for a Neck or Pocket Carry.

Something I have never considered before. Neck Cary knife. Having looked and tried this guy out. I may just do it when out in the woods on a walkabout. Check it out NS. Knowledge is a survival skill

What do you wish you could do more every day? Anything outdoors is all I want….outdoor junkie I am