When Im using a fire plug I fluff it up then skewer it on a thin sharpened twig, that way once its burning I can pick it up by the twig and move it about without any problems.
a plastic baggie 1/2 full of plain old Dryer lint is something that's always in my pocket....I live in OryGun, where it rains about 9 months of the year, so tinder, in the Wet season is harder to find, and the older I get, (76 now), the more I just say the heck with it, and light some Dryer Lint...I also make Fire Starters out of Egg cartons, full of Dryer Lint with Melted paraffin poured in them....works like a champ when it's raining, and you got soaked setting up a tarp..." SIGH " ......OnWard........
Great to see you knocking the rust off and getting back into the woods Rob. The tribute knife in MagnaCut steel is freaking awesome! And I would say you definitely achieved, making a spine too sharp! 😂 Good to see you back Rob👍
13:00 Using wedges: thanks for the explanation, and it just confirms my view that such small knives aren't really for bashing through wood. Either have a Big knife as well, or use a decent wedge. As you said, protect that valuable knife, use the Big bugger! Knife works jolly well! [Some skill there from the user, I'll admit! ;-) ] Those feathersticks are beauties, eh? "A bit rusty" So, what have you been doing with yourself, wasting away the summer? Congrats on the Sales! Cheers Rob!
Great to see a new video from you Rob. Just watching you carve the fire sticks was very relaxing , almost therapeutic. You are the Grandmaster of fire sticks. All the best.
For me meeting you and your gang at the Gathering was treat! Sorry I couldn't buy one of your knives and had to with one of Des' meths stoves. I'll keep saving and one day. Thanks for another video.
Oh the joy of building a fire. I just got back from my UK trip and have yet to get out to the woods. Had to make do with a some stove tests in my back yard. Not quite as nice but will have to do for a few more days. Thanks for sharing Rob
I do like the look of the Ben orford parang, a bit pricey for me, I did get my hands on a condor bushcraft parang and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised just how good it is. Origin knives make a superb parang, and his tracker knife is a work of art. Easy going outdoors does some good videos on them. Good to see you out again.👍🏻
@@RobEvansWoodsman Not a fan of the condor Dukduk myself , that's why I was surprised by this one, a lot better and actually useful for its intended purpose unlike the other.
remember those cheap and nasty 'keyring tubes' that were so small you could just about put sweeteners or salt and pepper in them well I dug out the 12 pack that I had bought and was annoyed at, it turns out they're just the right size for a fire plug so I've now got them attached to ferro rods and my Victorinox Farmer
I missed out on this 1, 😢 next time leave it run longer, and keep the change, or if you made enough for 2 knives that be great. Keep up the good content
Rob I’ve been carrying a version of that little combo firesteel with my edc for many years. Mine included a whistle on one end. If you decide you like it I could suggest a mod to save you some trouble. Early on, I lost, or the firesteel came unglued within the first several months of edc. In fairness, I play with my edc regularly, and it probably wasn’t designed for regular use. The problem is easily fixed by using high grade epoxy or super glue when it’s new to strengthen the bond between the firesteel and the plastic body. I have one I’ve been carrying and using for over a year now with no further problem. The other issue worth noting is the retention on the clip of the detachable striker declines with use. I keep mine on my keychain and I have had it detach in my pocket. The little ferro rod works surprising well as long as you have quality tender. I love your channel and still working to improve my feather sticks but so far I’m no where near Rob quality!
Another idea haven't gotten around to trying yet, is using heat shrink tubing on a fire plug. Think most plugs are 8mm-10mm so an AAA battery wrap should be ideal. Maybe with a little cord loop for hanging. And see if some slices on the end of the tubing will help in ripping it apart without a knife.
Gave it a go with some Forest Fundamentals fire plugs and 17mm wide when flat AAA battery wrap off Amazon. The plug fits well, heat shrink on the ends so can't slide out. Pre nicked can rip it open with my nails, but a ferro rod scraper should be able to get it open. Think a roll of AAA battery wrap is better than precut. As can put multiple fireplugs together like string of sausages. Like 3 plugs end to end is 3.5" long. Can expose half a plug, break it half, light a fire, and then apply heat to seal the remaining plugs in place. It's the same idea as the impregnanted rope firestarters.
Rob Your feathersticks are great. What wood would you say is the best to use for making a featherstick. I was using seasoned Maple and man I had issues. LOL
Where a fella to want to send an item* to you Rob, how would he go about getting a postal address? * don't get excited, it pretty crap, so crap even you may not want it.
Henry if you want to send me something you think is crap then save yourself the postage, if you think it's something I'd appreciate then email me robevs73@googlemail.com Thanks.
Good one Sir Rob! What a downpour…the fire was what the doctor prescribed
Good to see you back in the woods, and we’ll done on the knife sales 👏👏👏
So glad to see you out in the elements again. I always appreciate your honesty and no BS approach.
When Im using a fire plug I fluff it up then skewer it on a thin sharpened twig, that way once its burning I can pick it up by the twig and move it about without any problems.
The simple solutions are always the best.
Thanks mate.
a plastic baggie 1/2 full of plain old Dryer lint is something that's always in my pocket....I live in OryGun, where it rains about 9 months of the year, so tinder, in the Wet season is harder to find, and the older I get, (76 now), the more I just say the heck with it, and light some Dryer Lint...I also make Fire Starters out of Egg cartons, full of Dryer Lint with Melted paraffin poured in them....works like a champ when it's raining, and you got soaked setting up a tarp..." SIGH " ......OnWard........
Great to see you knocking the rust off and getting back into the woods Rob.
The tribute knife in MagnaCut steel is freaking awesome!
And I would say you definitely achieved, making a spine too sharp! 😂
Good to see you back Rob👍
I sold that knife the next day!
@@RobEvansWoodsman
I would have bought it for sure 👍
Spring to us Down under. Good to see you back.
13:00 Using wedges: thanks for the explanation, and it just confirms my view that such small knives aren't really for bashing through wood. Either have a Big knife as well, or use a decent wedge. As you said, protect that valuable knife, use the Big bugger! Knife works jolly well! [Some skill there from the user, I'll admit! ;-) ]
Those feathersticks are beauties, eh?
"A bit rusty" So, what have you been doing with yourself, wasting away the summer?
Congrats on the Sales!
Cheers Rob!
Making bloody knives Dennis, quite a lot of them!!!
Summer was shit anyway, wind and rain here in South Wales.
Glad to see you back mate,happy you did great on the gathering 👍🏻
Nice one Rob 👍….enjoyed the craic and beer with you boys at the WG as ever…and thanks for moving on the SAK 👌🔥
No worries Stu, I've almost finished your FTP.
Nice one Rob. Great to see you back 👌👍😊
Great to see a new video from you Rob. Just watching you carve the fire sticks was very relaxing , almost therapeutic. You are the Grandmaster of fire sticks. All the best.
Cheers Clive.
For me meeting you and your gang at the Gathering was treat! Sorry I couldn't buy one of your knives and had to with one of Des' meths stoves. I'll keep saving and one day. Thanks for another video.
No worries mate 👍
Oh the joy of building a fire. I just got back from my UK trip and have yet to get out to the woods. Had to make do with a some stove tests in my back yard. Not quite as nice but will have to do for a few more days. Thanks for sharing Rob
Thanks for joining me mark
Top man Roberto 👍🏻
Good to see you back and congrats on the sale success!
Love watching you make the feather sticks! Still so proud of my knife:) and I use it often!
Great to hear from you Lyn.
Xx
Glad you did well at the show mate. Hopefully catch up soon, atb Andy
I do like the look of the Ben orford parang, a bit pricey for me, I did get my hands on a condor bushcraft parang and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised just how good it is. Origin knives make a superb parang, and his tracker knife is a work of art. Easy going outdoors does some good videos on them. Good to see you out again.👍🏻
I hate my mini dukduk or whatever it's called Condor Parang, it's shit, wish I had this one in Panama.
@@RobEvansWoodsman Not a fan of the condor Dukduk myself , that's why I was surprised by this one, a lot better and actually useful for its intended purpose unlike the other.
Great video rob 👍
Cheers mate
remember those cheap and nasty 'keyring tubes' that were so small you could just about put sweeteners or salt and pepper in them well I dug out the 12 pack that I had bought and was annoyed at, it turns out they're just the right size for a fire plug so I've now got them attached to ferro rods and my Victorinox Farmer
I've got a brass pill box somewhere but it's a bit heavy for around the neck.
I missed out on this 1, 😢 next time leave it run longer, and keep the change, or if you made enough for 2 knives that be great. Keep up the good content
Rob I’ve been carrying a version of that little combo firesteel with my edc for many years. Mine included a whistle on one end. If you decide you like it I could suggest a mod to save you some trouble. Early on, I lost, or the firesteel came unglued within the first several months of edc. In fairness, I play with my edc regularly, and it probably wasn’t designed for regular use. The problem is easily fixed by using high grade epoxy or super glue when it’s new to strengthen the bond between the firesteel and the plastic body. I have one I’ve been carrying and using for over a year now with no further problem. The other issue worth noting is the retention on the clip of the detachable striker declines with use. I keep mine on my keychain and I have had it detach in my pocket. The little ferro rod works surprising well as long as you have quality tender. I love your channel and still working to improve my feather sticks but so far I’m no where near Rob quality!
Good to know that mate, the intention was to strap it to the kydex neck sheath of the MK2 for emergency use.
Thankx Rob
Hope you enjoyed your brew.
Another idea haven't gotten around to trying yet, is using heat shrink tubing on a fire plug. Think most plugs are 8mm-10mm so an AAA battery wrap should be ideal. Maybe with a little cord loop for hanging. And see if some slices on the end of the tubing will help in ripping it apart without a knife.
Gave it a go with some Forest Fundamentals fire plugs and 17mm wide when flat AAA battery wrap off Amazon.
The plug fits well, heat shrink on the ends so can't slide out.
Pre nicked can rip it open with my nails, but a ferro rod scraper should be able to get it open.
Think a roll of AAA battery wrap is better than precut. As can put multiple fireplugs together like string of sausages. Like 3 plugs end to end is 3.5" long. Can expose half a plug, break it half, light a fire, and then apply heat to seal the remaining plugs in place.
It's the same idea as the impregnanted rope firestarters.
I have watched you make many fires, could you do a video of making a pump drill and lighting a fire with it?
Not a chance mate, total waste of energy, and I'd struggle where I live to find suitable drill wood.
Cant make a fire without a few.... ahhhh shits!!!!
A little out of practice!
The ah shit moments keep it real.
So many people only trust the vids of guys making a fire during a thundetstorm, in 5 minutes.
@@alfonsedente9679 the liars and bullshiters who edit themselves to look amazing.
Rob Your feathersticks are great. What wood would you say is the best to use for making a featherstick. I was using seasoned Maple and man I had issues. LOL
Anything knot free with a straight grain, I'm in a different environment to you but over here I find conifer's , willow and hazel best.
@@RobEvansWoodsman Thanks
When you don't get out into the woods for a while, how do you stop your webbed feet from drying out - asking for a friend?
Wet socks in wellie boots .
Where a fella to want to send an item* to you Rob, how would he go about getting a postal address?
* don't get excited, it pretty crap, so crap even you may not want it.
Henry if you want to send me something you think is crap then save yourself the postage, if you think it's something I'd appreciate then email me robevs73@googlemail.com
Thanks.