Written by Tim Stetzer Monday, 30 August 2010 08:38
CAS-Hanwei is best known for their line of well made historic swords. While the original CAS Iberia company dates back a quarter of a century, back in 2006 they were purchased by renowned sword maker Paul Chen and the collaboration of CAS-Hanwei was formed. The newly formed CAS-Hanwei has gone on to produce top quality hand forged swords of both Eastern and Western design.
Written by Ian Fielder Wednesday, 25 August 2010 17:58
Last month I had the opportunity to review Solkoa's fire starting kits. This month I have the good fortune to test out Solkoa's Grip-S which stands for Grip Survival. Solkoa is marketing the Grip-S as a multi-tool capable of utilizing a wide variety of saws, drill bits and other tools which sets it apart from other multi-tools. Solkoa has shown a great deal of innovation with Grip-S and its nearly endless list of options.
Flashlights, Lamps, and Other Illuminators
Written by Luke Causey Tuesday, 17 August 2010 16:45
One thing the outdoorsman needs is a quality flashlight. Even when you don’t expect to be out at night, some sort of light source is a staple of the well planned trip. In this article, Woods Monkey looks at the lights being put out by Elzetta, a 100% Made In USA quality tool.
Written by Jeff Hamilton Saturday, 14 August 2010 17:46
Any tool kit without a set of locking pliers is not a tool kit. We’ve all seen them. Most of us have used them and I have thought it would be interesting to compile a list of crazy things people have used them for, because they are not really a task-specific tool, more a tool at the mercy of the user’s imagination.
Written by Tim Stetzer Sunday, 08 August 2010 16:25
An axe is probably one of the most basic, yet most useful, tools that a person can have along in the outdoors. Whether it's for gathering firewood, building a shelter, or clearing downed trees off of back roads, it's one of those tools that when you need it, you really need it! Finding a size that will let you do serious work while not weighing you down too much on the trail, or taking up too much room in the truck cab, is always a lesson in compromises.
Read more: The Trail Boss: Cold Steel's Bush Axe for the Masses
Written by Tim Stetzer Sunday, 08 August 2010 15:39
Unless you're a regular on Knifeforums.com you may be missing out on one of the real sleepers of the custom knife world right now. Quietly, but steadily, Mike McConnell has been showing off an ever growing line of practical, hardworking blades built for the everyman. Mike has a vision that I can really appreciate: make a quality, handmade tool that folks can afford and won't hesitate to use.
Written by Garrett Lucas Sunday, 25 July 2010 15:35
Anyone that knows me will tell you that I'm a fan of neck knives and other short fixed blade knives. My first experience using a neck knife was when I converted the sheath for a Cuda Talon for neck carry. Turns out that was a bit heavy for neck carry, but the latest knife I've tried in this mode, the BRKT Bravo Necker turns out to be just the right balance between portability and utility.
Written by Andrew Blanchard Friday, 23 July 2010 10:39
Today, Woods Monkey takes a look at a rock solid folder that was a result of collaboration between BM engineers and Shane Sibert. Known for his Hell-for-stout products, the new 755 MPR continues that tradition, but in a more portable package.
Written by Garrett Lucas Tuesday, 13 July 2010 10:37
This seems to be the year of the chopper, or at least big knives. We've done earlier articles this year on some big knives we've had a chance to play with, and now we've got another one! At the SHOT Show this past January, we came across a couple of new knives from KA-BAR that we thought looked interesting for outdoors work, and today we're going to talk a bit about the Johnson Adventure Potbelly.
Flashlights, Lamps, and Other Illuminators
Written by Tim Stetzer Sunday, 11 July 2010 16:23
Headlamps in one form or another have been around at least 100 years or so if you go back to the old carbide miner's lamps. As modern technology has made them smaller and lighter, they've transitioned from industrial and specialty use to pretty common pieces of kit for today's outdoorsmen. Despite that, I've somehow managed to keep from trying one out until recently! I'm something of a flashlight nut, and have more than my fair share of lights, but I've resisted the headlamp urge until now.
Firestarting Equipment
Written by Ian Fielder Sunday, 11 July 2010 15:36
The ability to make fire in survival situations can mean the difference between life and death. Tools that aid an individual to make fire have varied throughout time. If you go camping, hiking, or keep a survival kit in your car, having tools that allow you to make fire quickly and efficiently are extremely important. Solkoa has produced a series of products that make fire quick and easy even in rain or wet conditions.
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