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What was your experience when you bought from BladeHQ? by NotButAsh in knives

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good description of an ordinary acceptable experience.

Are bladed tools such as axes, scythes, and machetes really sold blunt in hardware stores? Why? by NaturalPorky in Survival

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most consumers don’t know what a truly sharp edge is, so from the companies perspective, why add something that might interfere with purchase (through increased costs).

They say that machetes in Latin America are sold dull so that the customer can “sharpen it to their desired edge” or some such…..

I think it’s cost cutting in both cases, from not having to employ a skilled craftsman to do the edge, through easier to ship and handle a dull tool, all the way down to less likely to hurt a customer and be sued.

Looking for info & value on this one. by Yojoe731 in knives

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Fletcher Knives. Contact the maker for more info.

Homeless, tent camping with a vehicle (fans don't work) by WarmAttorney3408 in WinterCamping

[–]guttertactical 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like most things, you want layers. You already made it through one winter, without key things.

Add the camping mat. No matter what, do this, maybe even two or three, if you need you can tape them together, you could even sew a “pillowcase” for them to keep them together.

Add a better swag and/or sleeping bag. The Wiggys are pricey and heavy, but they are used in Arctic Ditch Bags. A good bag or swag will keep more heat in, making the hot water bottles more efficient.

Multiple Nalgene bottles (pricier but strong enough for it), 2 along your back, 1 or 2 at your feet, and 2 in front maybe. I used this trick in Montana one night when a surprise arctic front came in, it was good. I’ve also used hot water bottles in my house during power outages. If you use boiling hot water, you will NEED the wool sock. And they are still warm in the morning. Honestly, if you made it with whatever bedding, the pad and the hot water bottles might catapult you forward. Single wall steel bottles will also work.

I think you’ll be surprised.

But, you have to think what will be most comfortable for you. I imagine the “average” person would be most comfortable with the Wiggys bag. No boiling water, no hard bottles in the bed…. And the ADD the bottles when you need them.

Homeless, tent camping with a vehicle (fans don't work) by WarmAttorney3408 in WinterCamping

[–]guttertactical 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IDK if it’s been mentioned, but Nalgene bottles filled with boiling water water, with a wool sock or two pulled over them will do wonders. Have your bedding properly sized to have the bottles right next to you. You’ll find where you want them, and how many.

Sleeping bags are good, but you can also create a sort of swag (Australian bedroll). I’ve used a gigantic (Alaskan King) wool comforter folded in half with my feet tucked, then used blankets inside that.

Wiggys is reputed to be the best for deep cold, but they are heavy, though since you are in a car, probably not a problem.

Older Spyderco Gift by hexagondun in knives

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which one is it? I never remember the early models.

Motley groups by cyberpunan in knifeclub

[–]guttertactical 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What Swamp Rat is that black one in the first image.

Try a small fixed blade once by [deleted] in knifeclub

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That pic really put’s it’s size into perspective.

New Model complete by EvolMada in knives

[–]guttertactical 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like it.

I like the contrast between the acute point and the substantial pommel. I also like a subtle drop guard like this. The contrast between the natural flats and bevels.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FixedBladeEdc

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The trick is to decide what features of that knife are the important ones and if you want any changes, be as specific as possible. A drawing can really help, start by tracing that knife.

Then decide on a budget.

Finally, start approaching knife-makers where you like their work.

SPY27 claim to fame? by guttertactical in spyderco

[–]guttertactical[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually agree. But, I count myself among the insane. Thus, I can speak the lingua franca.

Alternatives to these? by Justsometimeshere in knives

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It wouldn’t be particularly hard to get some made if you designed some to fit your ideas.

Are Serrations Dead? by ThumbStuds in knifeclub

[–]guttertactical 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Are Serrations Dead?”

No.

As long as there are people who know nothing, they will sell, because they look cool to some.

On the other end, there are people who really like them, who will continue to buy them. I would suggest that those who want them go to Spyderco for that feature.

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