GEAR, KNIVES & THE OUTDOORS

How Do You Sharpen an Axe? - NORTH RIVER OUTDOORS

Jan 07, 2025
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A well-honed Axe is a thing of beauty and a testament to the craft of the woodsman. Whether you're felling a mighty oak or splitting kindling for the fire, a sharp edge is essential for efficiency and safety. This is...

Jul 30, 2024
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What is a Sloyd Knife?

We typical get the question of what is a sloyd knife and what can I use it for? Lets start with an llustration of a traditional sloyd knife. The design reflects the simplicity and functionality typical of Scandinavian craftsmanship. To...

Jul 21, 2023
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Outdoors is a Classroom

In our modern world, teeming with electronics and video games, we've become increasingly detached from the very environment that nurtured and sustained our ancestors. We are often more familiar with the virtual realities of the digital realm than we are...

May 28, 2023
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MagnaCut vs. CPM-3V and S35VN: The Superior Choice for Fixed Blades in Bushcraft and Survival Tasks

Blade smiths and Knife Enthusiasts are always on the lookout for the best possible materials to improve the performance of their tools. Over the years, different steel types have emerged, each with their unique set of properties. Among them, CPM-3V,...

May 06, 2023
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Gear Spotlight: GiantMouse

Who is GiantMouse? GiantMouse is a renowned brand in the knife industry, offering a range of high-quality, innovative, and functional knives for various purposes. Known for their exceptional craftsmanship, the company has earned a reputation for producing reliable, sharp, and...

Mar 24, 2023
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What is MagnaCut?

MagnaCut has captured the attention of the knife world, with many people curious about this new steel and its unique qualities. So, what exactly is MagnaCut, and what makes it stand out?

Made in USA White River Knives

Mar 12, 2023
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White River Knives

White River Knife and Tool is a small business based in Coopersville, Michigan. It is owned and operated by John and Susan Cammenga, and their sons John Cammenga Jr. and Matt Cammenga. The company states that all components of its...

Axes & Hatchets Gransfors Bruk

Mar 12, 2023
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GRANSFORS SMALL FOREST AXE 420

Gränsfors Bruk Small Forest Axe (Model 420) is the most popular and versatile axe in Gransfors Bruks range, with a handle long enough to allow powerful chopping, yet small enough to fit into any pack. First Things First — The...

Jul 14, 2017
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Gear Review: Manker E14 II Flashlight

Manker E14 II is a new high lumen (2200) every day carry flashlight from a small company name Manker. Like most of the flashlight industry, this flashlight is made overseas. We pulled this review together to provide you with details on...