Category: DIY wood whittling

ANTIQUE MALL SHOPPING…FINDING HIDDEN GEMS

The other day came across a post on a channel I watch. They mentioned going to this Mall. It’s an hour away…so I thought wagt the ….let’s go Thanks for watching The Novice Survivalist.

Handmade Leather sheath and Walnut Handle for a Kmife Blank

I was sent a knife blank from a fellow Youtuber as a gift. There was a note saying do what I do… So I did Here’s the whole story Thanks for watching The Novice Survivalist

You Win Some, You lose Some, Opinel #9 modified, Hammered Blade Mod and …

Bringing Old Tools Back To Life: Restoring Hand Tools For The Man Cave O…

I enjoy restoring old hand tools. Ita fun satisfying hobby and adds to my tool orphanage at the cottage. These are the latest additions Novice survivalist

Why Opinel Knives Are The Best

Now that I have more time and less money on my hands, I have found away to keep busy, while enjoying myself. For those of you in the know, have heard of OPINEL KNIVES. Probably one of the most recognized knife makes in the… Continue Reading “Why Opinel Knives Are The Best”

Rough Rider’s Denim Micarta Knife: A Unique Piece for Blue Jean Enthusiasts

I am a budget knife enthusiast.. And Rough Rider certainly feeds me well. Cannot beat thier value for money. This guy is no exception… Remember knowledge is a survival skill The Novice Survivalist

The Orphaned Hand Saw: A Short Story

I can not drive past a garage sale. So I saw one and found another orphaned old school hand tool that needed to be adaopted. So I applied paid the adoption fee, filled out the required documention….(Not really). And brought the new family member… Continue Reading “The Orphaned Hand Saw: A Short Story”

A true masterpiece Amongst Cult Knives- Otter Mercator Black Cat

I own a few folding knives. I am constantly looking for a great folder. Certain makers have a overall great series of knives. Probably in the more traditional types I own alot of Rough Ryder. But, I nothing gets my attention when I find… Continue Reading “A true masterpiece Amongst Cult Knives- Otter Mercator Black Cat”

DIY Budget leather projects for a rainy day – learning leathercraft

Did some leathering learning on a cool rainy day…the joy. Saved money by using off cuts from other projects the joy

Modified OPINEL No 9, The TADPOLE, Wharncliffe Whittler , It’s a little masterpiece

I love the Opinel out knife. They are really well made. Almost perfect. The best thing is that they can be modified in so many ways. Here’s one way I changed a #9. Remember knowledge is a survival skill The Novice Survivalist