I used to think that a high caliber hunting rifle is all the safety one needs in the wild, but after watching The Revenant’s depiction of a bear attack in which Leo Dicaprio, portraying a skilled hunter, gets viciously mauled without even having a chance of shooting his rifle, I decided to do some research … Read more
To start things off, it’s not something you’re going to see in your kitchen. A good tactical knife is either fixed or foldable, with a non-reflective blade. It is a tool small and compact enough for taking around with you, hidden inconspicuously in your back pocket. These knives are very versatile, and perfect for an … Read more
When you’re out and about either in the backcountry or on day hikes, it’s always a great idea to have a handy knife on you. Known as a good tactical knife, this outdoor essential is not your everyday kitchen knife. If anything, this is a tool meant for different survival or military style situations. It’s … Read more
Machetes are versatile chopping and cutting tools that have been used for centuries as effective bush and plant clearing implements, as well as brutal weapons in combat. There is no single origin story for the machete, given the many diverse varieties they come in around the world. Furthermore, even within a specific type of machete, … Read more
The machete vs hatchet debate is a highly contested one – survivalists and outdoor adventurers from all parts of the world have their own preference in this regard, and vouch for it quite forcefully. It is indeed true that both hatchets and machetes are impressive, essential tools, and both wouldn’t look out of place in … Read more
The kukri (or khukhuri) machete is a renowned cutting tool originating in the mountains of Nepal. Enjoying a mythical status in that country, this incredibly versatile machete has been used as a deadly weapon in times of war and as a reliable farm implement in times of peace. The British Indian forces first felt its … Read more
A machete or a sword – which is better? This question will have crossed the minds of anyone who has seen flicks such as The Lord of the Rings trilogy or the Machete film series. Seriously speaking though, the machete vs sword debate is made all the more complicated because the two look quite similar … Read more
Sharpening a Machete Machetes are probably some of the most commonly used blades in the world – anyone who’s had to clear bush at their farm, travel through forested expanses, or cut off unwanted branches from their hedges/trees will attest to that. You can get one on the cheap nowadays from both online and physical … Read more
The katana, a Japanese sword popularized in the West by the legend of the Samurai, and by depictions portraying the stoic Japanese warrior taking on foes much stronger than him, has become a coveted item for any martial arts fan’s collection. The same goes for a machete, which has enjoyed a globally popular status through … Read more
While the substantial scientific research and wilderness expert recommendations may have convinced you to carry bear spray with you on the trail each time you go hiking / trekking / camping, it takes a lot more than packing some bear mace cans to successfully survive a sudden bear charge in the wild. You’ll need to … Read more