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”
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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
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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
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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 …”
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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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A look at my favorite edc knives for work. Sodbusters and work folders….the joy of owning knives NOVICESURVIVALIST
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Well think I have found my work edc knife. It may just replace my beloved #8 Opinel. Huh who would have that that could happen. Check out the review below. Nice and simple. Sturdy and well made. Remember knowledge is a survival skill. Even… Continue Reading ““Boker Magnum Lockback Knife – Yellow – Keeping it simple””
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Posted on January 28, 2022
by novicesurvivalist
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I am a knife fiend, anything sharp and shinny, including axes, hatchets and saws get my undivided attention. I spend hours looking at, playing with and showing off my small but growing collection. From basic EDC pocket pals, to the fixed blades outdoor companions… Continue Reading “What I have Learnt about knives”
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I have been looking at the European folding knife market lately. Having owned an Openel No 8 for a while now and was so impressed by the Quality and above all its popularity world wide. Price is just the icing on the top. However… Continue Reading “MAM knives – Another bargain from Europe. A “steel” for the price – on YouTube”
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Well Campers it seems that summer is past. So quickly it seems, eEvery year I never get to do what plans I make for every summer. But the good news for me is its Fall again. Definitely the best time of the year to… Continue Reading “A change of Seasons. Fall 2021”
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