Well Done! This was a most enjoyable and memory filled video! Half a century ago, when Councils were in counties, we had a bigger troop that gave each Scout part of the belt collection as the Scout achieved rank. By the time a Scout achieved Eagle, he had an entire collection. The entire troop wore their belts at every function. They were quite a site at camp! Everyone knew who they were and their approximate rank. Sadly, over the years, scouting has changed, for many reasons, the habit died out. But while it lasted it was an awesome sight ! An entire troop, all class A's or all class b's, with their belts. Other Troops had their traditions to be sure, but I'll never forget watching them in formation, they were quite a sight!. Thanks for the look back, it brought back fond memories. Blessings!
That's really cool! My troop does a much smaller and more affordable version, when Scouts get their First Class rank we present them with a sheath knife.
Interesting historical tidbit regarding the bail-style pocket knives: the “tiny insert” pocket on jeans (the little pocket above the main pocket) were purpose-designed originally for large coins and bail-style pocket knives to go into; the original intention was to run a string through the bail and tie it around the belt loop above the pocket and keep it suspended in that tiny pocket, thus providing easy retention in environments where lots of bending and stretching was required and it could fall out of a pocket otherwise.
I agree friend! My energizer headlamp has three functions and is going strong 2 years later. It won't blind a bear or burn tinder for a fire but is great for my needs
Excellent thoughts, Mr. Dyer! Very well done. One thing I'd suggest adding is a decent multi-tool to the modern kit. They've come in handy on many of my outings and hunts.
You know the first thing I remember in scouts was making a rope with a toggle and a lashed loop. They were a certain length so everyone could hook them together. It cut down on rope weight. We all wore old army LBE (load bearing equipment). I was a scout in the 1980s. I really enjoy your content.
Thank you! I made a "commando belt" as well in Youth Leadership Training and still have it. The history of it being used in WWII by commandos was really intriguing to me too. I appreciate your support!
Hey Mr dryer Eddie here just wanted to say hello and thank you for sharing your video keep up the awesome job thanks again I appreciate you and also happy father's day to you God bless you and your family I really enjoyed you the and I really enjoyed the info it brings back memories brother God bless Eddie over and out
Just stumbled upon this channel; very interesting! I'm a pocket knife, flashlight, and history junkie as well as a sucker for older equipment. Yes, I was a Scout in the late 1970s. Well done video.
Thank you for the support and I am glad you liked it! It's really fun learning about history through things you can actually use and handle. Have a great week brother!
Yes I just watched your video on the belt kits and a few years ago I made a military style butt pack and I think it's not that different from what your talking about but that's just my thought Sir and I have learned a lot from your video's and I thank you for that
Thank you for the kindness friend! I still use a butt pack on hikes myself! Lightweight, out of the way, and holds what you need. Checks all the boxes in my opinion :)
Go to the hardware store, and pick up a pair of carpenter suspenders to attach to your belt. It takes the weight off of your hips, and still allows you to wear a backpack and have your knife, hatchet, shovel, etc at your side without stowing it away in your pack.
@@honorableoutfitters Oddly enough, I had been wearing suspenders on my tool belts for 30+ years in the construction industry. It just dawned on me a couple of years ago to do it on my bushcraft/camping belts. Lol. 🤦♂️ You can get leather ones to make it feel more "old timey"
I wonder if that is regional or age related. My dad was born in 1950 and was a Scout in the 60's, he always referred to them as whet stones. I didn't really know what a hone was until I started straight shaving, he clumped them all together.
Mr. Dyer, I have made several paracord bracelets and I don’t think they have 50’ of paracord on them. I think it may be more like 15’ of paracord. If you strip it down that still provides you over 100’ of total cordage.
I do! Here's the video on it: ua-cam.com/video/4gTHPh26hCc/v-deo.html and you can find it here to buy if you would like one! onlinemilitaria.net/shopaff.asp?affid=1633&id=4446
@@honorableoutfitters thanks haven’t bought from what price glory in a long time. I used to reenact WWII. Now I’m just a scoutmaster teaching the boys to be good people. Just like Lem in follow me boys.
That is what in part sent me on this journey myself. Finding the best way to reach the kids in a n engaging way is back to the basics and sticking to the roots of the organization that made it so awesome 110 years ago! Keep on keeping on Scoutmaster! YIS
@honorableoutfitters surprisingly yes! , I also have one on my gun bag. I got them to hold emergency MAGs, and I couldn't believe they would hold a hatchet or hammer...it's nice to have something like that when you need your hands to climb or work.
Thank you! Ebay, search Boy Scout belt clip but make sure it is for the Boy scout belt, not the Cub Scout belt as the widths of belts are different. Happy hunting!
You get me 50 feet (or even 15 feet) of para cord off that bracelet and I will weave you a purse seine net for Coho salmon 😉 All chiding aside, good video. New sub 👍🏼
Well Done! This was a most enjoyable and memory filled video! Half a century ago, when Councils were in counties, we had a bigger troop that gave each Scout part of the belt collection as the Scout achieved rank. By the time a Scout achieved Eagle, he had an entire collection. The entire troop wore their belts at every function. They were quite a site at camp! Everyone knew who they were and their approximate rank. Sadly, over the years, scouting has changed, for many reasons, the habit died out. But while it lasted it was an awesome sight ! An entire troop, all class A's or all class b's, with their belts. Other Troops had their traditions to be sure, but I'll never forget watching them in formation, they were quite a sight!. Thanks for the look back, it brought back fond memories. Blessings!
That's really cool! My troop does a much smaller and more affordable version, when Scouts get their First Class rank we present them with a sheath knife.
Interesting historical tidbit regarding the bail-style pocket knives: the “tiny insert” pocket on jeans (the little pocket above the main pocket) were purpose-designed originally for large coins and bail-style pocket knives to go into; the original intention was to run a string through the bail and tie it around the belt loop above the pocket and keep it suspended in that tiny pocket, thus providing easy retention in environments where lots of bending and stretching was required and it could fall out of a pocket otherwise.
For mini survival kits the Petzl headlamps are tough to beat. On a budget the Energizer headlamps are excellent values
I agree friend! My energizer headlamp has three functions and is going strong 2 years later. It won't blind a bear or burn tinder for a fire but is great for my needs
Excellent thoughts, Mr. Dyer! Very well done. One thing I'd suggest adding is a decent multi-tool to the modern kit. They've come in handy on many of my outings and hunts.
Great point!
You know the first thing I remember in scouts was making a rope with a toggle and a lashed loop. They were a certain length so everyone could hook them together. It cut down on rope weight. We all wore old army LBE (load bearing equipment). I was a scout in the 1980s. I really enjoy your content.
Thank you! I made a "commando belt" as well in Youth Leadership Training and still have it. The history of it being used in WWII by commandos was really intriguing to me too. I appreciate your support!
Hey Mr dryer Eddie here just wanted to say hello and thank you for sharing your video keep up the awesome job thanks again I appreciate you and also happy father's day to you God bless you and your family I really enjoyed you the and I really enjoyed the info it brings back memories brother God bless Eddie over and out
Thanks for stopping by Eddie! You are very welcome and have a great week, stay cool!
Just stumbled upon this channel; very interesting! I'm a pocket knife, flashlight, and history junkie as well as a sucker for older equipment. Yes, I was a Scout in the late 1970s. Well done video.
Thank you for the support and I am glad you liked it! It's really fun learning about history through things you can actually use and handle. Have a great week brother!
I made a hatchet sling
For my son last summer just because of that reason because that's how I used to carry it when I was a kid awesome advice.
Thanks man!
Always look forward to seeing your videos. Always learn a thing or two along the way ,Thanks for what you do
thank you brother, I appreciate the support!
@@honorableoutfitters anytime my friend
Yes I just watched your video on the belt kits and a few years ago I made a military style butt pack and I think it's not that different from what your talking about but that's just my thought Sir and I have learned a lot from your video's and I thank you for that
Thank you for the kindness friend! I still use a butt pack on hikes myself! Lightweight, out of the way, and holds what you need. Checks all the boxes in my opinion :)
Go to the hardware store, and pick up a pair of carpenter suspenders to attach to your belt. It takes the weight off of your hips, and still allows you to wear a backpack and have your knife, hatchet, shovel, etc at your side without stowing it away in your pack.
What a brilliant idea!!!! Thank you, I never considered that!
@@honorableoutfitters Oddly enough, I had been wearing suspenders on my tool belts for 30+ years in the construction industry. It just dawned on me a couple of years ago to do it on my bushcraft/camping belts. Lol. 🤦♂️
You can get leather ones to make it feel more "old timey"
Excellent information!
Thanks brother!
I didn't even know what a whet stone was until I was a teenager. Its always been a carborundum stone to me,
I wonder if that is regional or age related. My dad was born in 1950 and was a Scout in the 60's, he always referred to them as whet stones. I didn't really know what a hone was until I started straight shaving, he clumped them all together.
Mr. Dyer,
I have made several paracord bracelets and I don’t think they have 50’ of paracord on them. I think it may be more like 15’ of paracord. If you strip it down that still provides you over 100’ of total cordage.
Thank you for that, sincerely. Perhaps the fellow who made it for him was mistaken or an unscrupulous salesman, lol.
Great video and kit brother!
I appreciate it brother!
LOL @2:01 he said, "double Ds" Great video by the way.
I really like your jacket. Is there a video with info on that? Reminds me of the 42 jumpsuit the paratroopers used
I do! Here's the video on it: ua-cam.com/video/4gTHPh26hCc/v-deo.html and you can find it here to buy if you would like one! onlinemilitaria.net/shopaff.asp?affid=1633&id=4446
@@honorableoutfitters thanks haven’t bought from what price glory in a long time. I used to reenact WWII. Now I’m just a scoutmaster teaching the boys to be good people. Just like Lem in follow me boys.
That is what in part sent me on this journey myself. Finding the best way to reach the kids in a n engaging way is back to the basics and sticking to the roots of the organization that made it so awesome 110 years ago! Keep on keeping on Scoutmaster! YIS
@@honorableoutfitters thank you sir! I know the original scout manual was better than the current. Lol have a great day! YIS
My gun belt has a super magnet on it for a hatchet 😅
That's cool, does it really hold onto it if knocked around in the brush?
@honorableoutfitters surprisingly yes! , I also have one on my gun bag. I got them to hold emergency MAGs, and I couldn't believe they would hold a hatchet or hammer...it's nice to have something like that when you need your hands to climb or work.
Good video. Happy fathers day. And we're can I get a belt clip for my boy scout folding knife. Thanks. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Thank you! Ebay, search Boy Scout belt clip but make sure it is for the Boy scout belt, not the Cub Scout belt as the widths of belts are different. Happy hunting!
@@honorableoutfitters thanks. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
You get me 50 feet (or even 15 feet) of para cord off that bracelet and I will weave you a purse seine net for Coho salmon 😉 All chiding aside, good video. New sub 👍🏼
Haha, thank you!
That paracord bracelet might have 5 ft of paracord on it not 50 ft sir.