Category: Opinel #8

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 …”

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

Triple F Day – Fondling my Favorite Folders, Its a “knife thing”

A look at my favorite edc knives for work. Sodbusters and work folders….the joy of owning knives NOVICESURVIVALIST

“Boker Magnum Lockback Knife – Yellow – Keeping it simple”

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””

What I have Learnt about knives

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”

MAM knives – Another bargain from Europe. A “steel” for the price – on YouTube

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”

A change of Seasons. Fall 2021

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”

“CRKT M4-02w- The “Posh Pocket Pal”. Nicely done”

I am always looking for a good EDC pocket folding knife. I have a few, Ok a lot of them. I always have one on me, no matter where I am going or doing. My OPINEL No 8 is the one I carry and… Continue Reading ““CRKT M4-02w- The “Posh Pocket Pal”. Nicely done””

Watch “Walkabout – River Bend on the Straight River with Leigh Hunter. Always a good time” on YouTube

This turned into a great walkabout on a perfect day to do it. Walked, talked and had Fresh bread and coffee to boot. What a great time we had. Get out there and trudge. It’s good for your sole NS

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