How To Carve And Use The Climbing Fire Stick

[@brucermarino]

Your empirical and operational definition of kindling and fuel is exactly the scientific approach that is needed. The other definitions are woefully inadequate. Great job, again, my friend!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@stephanygates6491]

Again, you offer an elegant, effective technique no one else is showing. Instead of constant vertical, as long as you're holding it, a slight angle plus rotation (like when you're catching a match in a breeze) would give more flame, I think. You rock, Dave!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Anything upright helps, even rotating has to help. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@michaelkelly8061]

I love your one hour vids...and will watch them several times in a row to catch all the little stuff you add in in passing....I missed your work and am glad to see you back.....I amazed my grandkids by building a tree shelter as you had done in one long ago... Wonderful stuff, always.........

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you like em Michael. I dont think I could make a short one even if I tried! Thats awesome to hear about your tree shelter. That made my day! Thanks for watching

[@johngray9702]

Your long videos just mean more gold nuggets to find. You and Nick are AWESOME.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you John!

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

I've been binge- watching your videos since I discovered you recently ( I'm retired and don't have or want tv, so I have plenty of time) and am amazed by the amount of information you share with us! Most yt channels on these subjects invariably turn into nothing more than glorified gear reviews but you pass on real knowledge! Much RESPECT ! A KOOK

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you like the way I do things. I hear ya on the gear reviews, not much to learn on most of them other than being a commercial. LOL. Thanks for watching

[@RenegadeTimes]

What a pleasure to see Dave and Nick share time where niether is looking down at a phone. Pure fresh air ...breeeeeeeath !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, no phones for us. The outdoors keeps us entertained!

[@fisherman4094]

so many good ideas man I like the grill and the lid for the fire on the tree strapped to it

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks man! Im full o ideas!

[@MaffTUK]

Can’t believe how simple and fantastically brilliant that is.....totally impressed again! Thanks Dave and Nick.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Matt, I'm glad you liked it. Brother its so simple it makes it easy to carve and use! Thanks for watching

[@TBOR101]

I can only speak for myself, I like your hour long videos. The unique handcrafted pieces of gear, plus we share a fondness for machetes..lol and tomorrow I'm gonna try this on a stick less than 2 inches in diameter. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks man! LOL, I do have a HUGE fondness for machetes! Good luck with this and remember to make four square corners. Thats what gives you the flame. Once the corners are burnt off then you just have a glowing red stick.

[@runeborgbjerg]

I might have a tip for you. You chose a tree that was broken at the top. If you could have found one that was dead AND had an intact top, the rain couldnt have entered, and probably it could have had less moisture. Thanks a bunch for all the amazing videoes. It's a real pleasure to see all the different things you do :). Greetings from Denmark

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Rune, theres some logic in what you mentioned. Thanks for watching

[@mauriceyoshikawa3554]

Another good idea. Looks like this will save some time collecting tinder and kindling.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Maurice. Oh yes, not much collecting needed, with this burning you can light almost anything thats laying around.

[@Luxory13]

I started watching your videos 5 years ago and you're the reason I got into survival. I do it all the time, have multiple bags and have a passion and love watching your videos, you're so awesome!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great man! I love hearing I got you interested in this stuff. Its the most fun a person can have and teaches skills.

[@GetMeThere1]

This was really an amazing demonstration! You're a tremendous resource! I've always kept feathers on the bottom of sticks and then teepeed them in starting a fire, but I never realized (or even dreamed) that it could be taken to this extent. One idea it gives me is starting a "long fire" vertically and when it's going good, laying it down horizontally. I also imagine notching the tops, or some other method, to hold them vertically without having to do it with your hand. This opens up a LOT of ideas for firestarting techniques and methods. Thanks for sharing this stuff! Great!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it! Yes, there's plenty of variations to be tried here but it's based on the same principle, fire loves to climb

[@dalewilson8476]

Dave, we went family camping for a week and I wowed my grand kids with some of you bushcraft methods..of course they think it was papas skills, but keep up your homespun inspiration.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thats awesome Dale! Doesnt matter where the skills are learned. As long as the younger kids see em and get interested. Help em make a rope bed next time. Kids love that stuff!

[@OPsK1LLs]

just who is complaining about long vids? ramble on all ya want, it's always good stuff. never would have thought of this one. gonna try it and next time I get dirt time I'll throw away all my matches except one just to try this. always look forward to you guys. thx for this one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Man you would be surprised. I get a lot of folks that refuse to watch a video over 5 minutes! Oh well, I couldnt make a vid that short even if I tried. Give this a go brother and see how you like it!

[@OPsK1LLs]

+Reallybigmonkey1 well when those folks with a goldfish sized attention span waste their last match the rest of us are gonna be cooking stew or something with this trick.

[@crazyhorseaz4280]

Just stopped by to re-watch, That machete made short work of prepping. Nice sharp blade trimmed her up real nice. Moving from different locations, that climbing fire stick would be just what the doctor ordered if needed in the survival frame of mind. Thanks guys, 👍🇺🇸 It never hurts to watch more than once from time to time, just in case a fellow might need the knowledge you so freely show us. Speaking for my self i pass these things on to my family and friends. I grew up in country and had knowledge handed down to me from family that have long ago left this world to be with our maker. No matter how much we have been taught, we can be taught more and sometimes even better. Hope you're doing well 👍🇺🇸✌️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh yes, that machete made short work of it fast! This technique not only makes good use of one match but it also makes it where one piece of wood replaces tinder, kindling and fuel. You also can get it going and carry fire easily from place to place just like you stated

[@BillHalliwell]

G'day David, thanks for the great idea. It proves the old saying you live and learn. I've never seen that done before but it's so logical. Lots of really dry wood in the Aussie outback. If all you've got is a match and a knife; you've got a fire! Outstanding!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Bill! Im happy you liked the idea. It is very simple and the whole idea is to just use what fire likes to do best, climb. The square corners are what really key in sustaining the flame. Thanks for watching!

[@RegularSean]

I did this one. Worked great. Excellent video. Also... I've been marathoning you for two days.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Sean!

[@john-waxerone6972]

Hey good Camo Buddy!!! Great to see you and Nick out in the bush! That one stick fire is one of most important things in the woods! I have found myself in the most wet and co!d conditions ever...and finding a lay/perched stick/dead tree, was the ticket- once I cut off the damp outer layers...the internals became my friend! A lot of folks do not know that and have, well, you know... You, sir, do a lot of good in the bush world! And this was one of the best! One that will actually save a life! Great vid! And, by the way...I hate matches also!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Its always great to be out with Nick again! Man this is so simple and effective, I hope everyone that sees it and remembers it. If in a for real bad situation, it may just save a life. Thanks for watching John

[@spammerwhammer5526]

Excellent advice - thanks. With properly dry wood, about 18 in long, and in a sheltered spot you really could have a 15 min mega match. I like your working definitions of tinder, kindling and fuel. Keep it simple. Greetings from limey land.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Richard, I'm glad you liked it all brother

[@JonathanSmithMusic]

I have watched nearly all of your videos and I have to say that this is one of my favorites, very informative and clever! Thanks for sharing :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Jonathan! I'm glad you liked it that much. Thanks for watching

[@PurplePixie333]

Are you like a camping genius?!? How do you keep making such cool ideas!?! The giant match is wonderful!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, nope, not a genius. Ive just seen and done a lot of weird things! Take care and Thanks for watching

[@trollforge]

Thanks Dave, your Tinder to fuel definition is exactly what I've been saying for 30 years...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Brother. I think thats the best way to understand the materials!

[@trollforge]

You are 100% right, Tinder IS anything that will catch a spark! I like the "take a flame in 5 seconds or less" rule, I'll be using that!!!

[@MrMatthewcropley]

very cool, think I may try this the next time I am in the woods. Thanks for the video Dave, and thanks to Nick for taping it. Have a great day.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great man! Give it a go. This method is dang near one of the most reliable fire sustainment method there is. Thanks for watching!

[@stephenowens8705]

I have been starting one match fires since I was around 5 years old, my dad taught us not to waste matches in case you needed them. This is such a unique way to do it I can't wait til the next time I get my dad into the woods to show him this!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thats cool Stephen! Your Dad is gonna get a kick out of this. With the wood craved right with four square edges, this has a 99% success rate!

[@gnametap5431]

As always a great video. Welcome back Nick and David as well ,nice to have your smiling faces.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Always great to be back on here Brother!

[@mattlilly2303]

Brilliant little technique mate. Going into my note book of tips and tricks. Also great to see Nick "back" (get it) on camera. Quick update on my permanent hunting camp. Cook area is finished now staring the round house. We can pretty much thank you for the cook area mate so cheers. Also good to see the do rag is back and as always, look forward to the next video. Congrats on 70,000 subs as well buddy.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Matt. This method can be useful dang near anywhere. Great to hear how to camp is coming along. Oh, I felt like myself again in the ole Do rag. LOL. See ya in the next one!

[@1969rbmustangboss]

Loved the video. As usual, you taught me something I didn't know. Loved the very end where Nick sneaks out from the tree. He is elusive, isn't he? I was glad to at least catch a glimpse of him. I know you guys have great fun together.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Lisa, I'm glad you liked it and learned some from it. LOL, oh yes, Nick is elusive. And weird and sneaky. Im hoping he will start filming again. Thanks for watching

[@yellowdeer7163]

Great video Dave. And great camera work to Nick. He's grown quite a bit. Good to see you two having....Fun in the Woods. It would be great to see another boat excursion. Maybe some how catch fish without a rod and reel. Take care guys.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. I love having Nick along helping. We have a few fishing vids planed, just havent gotten around to them yet. Thanks for watching

[@woodsinme]

Nice! Thanks for sharing. Glad you and Nick are hanging out.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Nick and I always have a great time doing this stuff. Thanks for watching!

[@RowdyFisk]

Gosh, I had forgotten about this technique - Was it at boyscout camp - only difference was they feathered the point / edges - Very Cool to see it again - Thanks so much for posting.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thats pretty cool. The main difference tho is with feathered edges, you get higher flames but they dont last as long. Only having the four square edges, the flames last longer giving more time to work lousy or damp fire materials. Thanks for watching my friend!

[@CanadianCuttingEdge]

Such simple and easy to follow logic. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Sometimes simple is the best way to go! Thanks for watching

[@ruththinkingoutside.707]

Yay! Another video! 😄 Made my day! Thanks David! And Nick ;) lol That was a cool idea! Great way to go get better mileage out of a single match.. Glad you two are working on your video list this summer! I can't wait to see the next installments 😁.. By the way, please send that rain up here, it hasn't rained at my house in over 3 weeks, even my weeds are dead! Lol .. Take care David! Thanks for sharing as always!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, I'm glad you liked it Ruth! Yep, this is a great way of directly extending the flame time of a match. Give it a try when you can. We have a 7 inch rain deficit here. Even with the bout of rain we have had for a few days. I hope you get rain up there. Thanks for watching

[@sherbasky]

As a match girl from way back, I love this technique! Some thing about striking a match I just love. And creating a big match with my machete...what fun...maybe even Fun in the Woods! Take care you two!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds good Cheri! If you love matches then you know they give you a flame for 5 to 10 seconds. This giant match holds a flame for at least 5 minutes giving you plenty o time to work with your fire materials. Take care now!

[@ritamastin8841]

Enjoyed the video. Like having Nick back. Like seeing two peas in a pod. You both look good together. Good information to have thanks for the tips and tricks. Look forward to the next video. Peace.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Rita. Im always happy when ole Nick is along! See ya in the next one and Thanks for watching

[@Psychonaut273]

Great Idea. I have to give it a try. What also works, if you only have one match or you want to save matches but need to get a fire going, is to lay a small bit of shavings or fat wood on top of the match, while striking it. Then the piece of wood will catch the flame imediately. But your method is way cooler, my friend. Wish you all the best. Christian

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Christian. Oh yes, your method will definitely work. You just have less time with an open flame as you do with this method. Take care man and Thanks for watching

[@stilcrazychris]

I learn something new every time I watch ur videos. Thanks for the tip, ur the best. Please make more videos. Its been to long since ur last one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Chris! I love hearing that. My full time job eats up almost all of my time but every chance I get, Im out filming Brother!

[@stilcrazychris]

+Reallybigmonkey1 that's great. I'm glad to hear that. I bet u have a great collection of stuff to show us then. I know it's hard to tell from all screen names & I just wanted to let u know. I'm a sister... lol... I can see u know, laughing ur ass off. lol.... U can be my brother & I will be ur sister. bc I have no brothers... lol... Thank u for all u do for me, us in the woods. I've got ur back brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, oh, Thanks Sister!

[@raywalter3992]

oh heck yah, found your channel after seeing the David Canterburys channel. you guys got me hooked on bush craft and camping again lol!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Ray! Not much is as fun as Bushcrafting and camping!

[@chrisdksherman]

Very clever , David. I had not thought of that. Cool to see Nick in the video, albeit briefly.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Man its a very effective way of making a small flame a large one! Thanks for watching Chris

[@ShadowBuns-zo7gy]

I learn alot from your videos, very neat trick never would've thought of this.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear that Matt! Give it a go when you can brother.

[@Steve-uq7np]

Just one more great idea, you never cease to amaze sir....

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Steve!

[@FidgetPieMucklewick]

I love it. Forget the SAS Survival Book. We need a book on your practical bushcraft.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I bet I could put out quite an interesting book. Im too lazy for that right now tho. LOL.

[@MyEejit]

as usual dave i never fail to learn something from your video`s, best wishes sir

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear that Davie! Thanks for watching my friend!

[@Gevedon]

This is one of the best things I have ever learned! Thank you, David! Awesome video, Nick. Nice to hear from you guys! Happy summer to ya!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Gev, I'm glad you liked it that much. You have a great summer too and Thanks for watching

[@joeholmberg250]

This is really cool! Thank you for sharing this. Thanks to Nick too!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Joseph, I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share. Thanks for watching

[@kelleyforbes8625]

Thanks Dave for showing us this! Can't wait to share this method with my family.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Kelley and I'm glad you liked it. Have fun with it and Thanks for watching

[@not2fast4u2c]

That is the coolest thing to see ..I have to try it !!!....I thought of you today when I made a tapered stick with a flat side to pound into the rung of my extension ladder ..the other end is notched to hold a paint can ...I used my Mora knife and a cheap back saw to make it

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great man! Youre gonna love it and be surprised how it works being just one piece of wood. Thats sounds awesome what you made today! Take care brother!

[@woodswalker64]

Great idea Dave! Love it and can't wait to try it (if I ever get out on an overnight this season!)Good to see Nick going into the woods with you as your camera man, he does a great job. Thanks again for your innovative ideas and I'll see you on the next one!👍🏻

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks David, I'm glad you liked it. Give it a go the next chance you get, its an amazing method. Nick says Hi and Thanks for watching

[@captnaidy6122]

Very clever idea, again as always you demonstrated that with ease. I love your long videos and always take something back off them. Keep them coming long or short PEACE :-)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Capt'n. This is actually a fairly easy one to chop as long as you know what the edges should look like. Im happy you like all the vids. Lots more to come brother!

[@KennethKramm]

Excellent demo. It reminds me of how I hold a match so that it burns better, if it is about to go out: Upside down, so it is a "climbing fire stick." Awesome.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother Kenneth, I'm glad you liked it. You got it man, just like an upside down match. Fire likes to climb. Thanks for watching

[@sticksnstonespatriot1728]

Tinder Kindling Fuel I learned firemaking exactly how you explained it, sir. Boyscouts taught me in the late 80's

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that my friend

[@delb0y1967]

I feel like a sponge just soaking up your wise words man, brilliant stuff !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's great to hear Del!

[@rexolson582]

I expected Nick to say gas was his kindling. Lol Keep up the good work both of you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, anything highly flammable is his favorite. Thanks for watching Rex

[@sosteve9113]

very great teaching skills you have,crazy but very informative i like them long or short thanks for the effort making them atb steve

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Steve! Im always a little crazy but my methods get the job done. Lots more long and short ones to come brother! Thanks for watching

[@scott27288]

One of my favorite videos of yours Dave. Also one of your funniest. I crack up when Nick says of the tree, "Lets jump on it" lol Keep up the good work man.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Scott! I just wished Nick and I could film more often. Thanks for watching brother

[@bridgettebrown6689]

That was pretty cool. Thanks for sharing. Always a pleasure watching your videos. Peace

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bridgette, I'm glad you liked it and Im always happy to share. Be good girl!

[@randyparker8009]

👍's up my friend and enjoyed.Thanks for sharing and my the blessings of the Lord be upon you all.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Randy, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@virginiaorru6848]

I thought I had seen it all but you proved me wrong. Thanx for another informative and useful video Dave. gigi

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, well most folks thought all there was to do with fire was done. This is one of the least known methods out there but quite effective. Thanks for watching Gigi!

[@stevenacarter77]

wow that was a OUTSTANDING video Dave. i will use that trick forever

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Steven! Man this trick is a good one to remember and use anywhere!

[@thewalker9662]

Top shelf content. Thanks David and Nick.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Brother!

[@miketownsend6108]

Thanks Dave and Nick I enjoy your work and play

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks , I'm glad you liked it Mike!

[@Gullrica]

That was new and awesome. I learned something. What a great gigantic match. And you say you didn't like matches and now you made the king match. Oh I see, you like them huge not tiny. Ha ha. I liked the out-tro too! Thanks for sharing this. ATB Ulrica

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Ulrica! Always fantastic when a friend learns from me. Yes, I hate matches, they drive me crazy. I like em when they work but when its damp? A giant match helps. LOL. It was Nicks idea to do the out tro. Take care and Thanks for watching

[@preparedsurvivalist2245]

I liked the real moment at16.28 when you can see on Dave's face the concern about the changing weather. These videos are all fun and dandy but when the weather turns on you out in the field it gets serious fast.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You got a good eye! Yep, bad weather rolling in concerns me. Once youve seen lightening actually hit a tree you are always on guard. Thanks for watching!

[@rogerbartley3684]

Great vid as always Dave. Cool perspective on one stick one match fire. Also congrats on 70000 almost 71000 subs. That's awesome. Keep up the great work!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Roger. Man the 70,000 just blows my mind brother! Thanks for watching

[@UrielsJunkDrawer]

It never fails. I always learn something from you...lol

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

And I always love hearing that! Thanks for watching!

[@tikkidaddy]

Without fail!😁

[@ryanhall7041]

I just started watching you're videos and I'm hooked been watching every one I love them very knowledgeable!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ryan, I'm glad you like them all. Stay tuned for lot more my friend!

[@wheelsgonewild1286]

Very cool idea. Simple concept of fire burns up hill faster but has all of the needed elements. Cool.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Bro. Anytime you mess with fire, use the fact that fire rises to your advantage. Take care and Thanks for watching man!

[@kramrentip7528]

Next time I'm out, I'll try this one.I hope you,& Nick have a great Summer! I look forward to the next vid. Mark

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Mark! Good luck with it Brother and we hope you have a great Summer too!

[@rdlaw8868]

I'm with you my Brother, no Facebook for me, EVER, Good video David. Thanks for the lesson.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely Brother. Back when I was on there all I saw daily was arguing bad mouthing and online fighting over the dumbest little things. I was happier when I got off there. I'm glad you liked the vid,Thanks for watching

[@dzrtgoat]

wow right when I seen all the tricks on starting a fire thanks for sharing I will have to try it this weekend

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Henry! Good luck with it and you never know when Ill toss out a new fire tip!

[@joaomanuelfabiaodasilva6854]

Great video Dave!!! That is the crazyest coolest idea ever!! Thanks!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it, Im all about crazy ideas.! LOL.

[@brettbeatnick]

Thanks Dave and Nick. Always happy when you guys appear on my subs page.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to be on here, Thanks for watching Brother!

[@kenlatta9180]

Thanks for the videos...I always enjoy and learn from them.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear that. Thanks for watching Ken!

[@BrianTheMagicGuy]

That's an awesome technique. Thanks for sharing this.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brian, I'm glad you liked it. I'm always happy to share man and Thanks for watching

[@sasquatchlifenotrace8024]

Great Video and very interesting bit of know-how. Thank you two for taking time to share. I have the same problem with my sp-53, I've been thinking of making a shoulder strap instead of using my belt. Still looking for the perfect size ferro rod to tuck beside the pocket. I'll let you know when I come up with something. Take care brother

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks man, I'm glad you liked it. I love my heavy machetes but Im sick of them pulling my pants down. LOL. I love wearing that new belt so I can take it on and off. Here lately I just wear my ferro rod on a necklace. Thanks for watching

[@Plain-Ole-Chuck]

Just when I think my brain is plum full you always give me something else to cram in there ! If you keep this up I'm going to have to buy bigger hats ! Neat trick.. thanks for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL! Brother buy a bigger hat then cause theres lots more to come!

[@grampianprepper2849]

Hi Dave and Nick, loved the video , amazing fire stick ,never thought of doing anything like that before.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Sometimes I think this process is so simple that its never thought of. Thanks for watching

[@TheRebel531]

And ANOTHER great skill (and video) taught by the master, LOL! Seriously: I'm gonna try it out lighting our back yard fire pit tomorrow nite, if the rain stops, LOL! The way it works is one of them simple concepts one never thinks about. Great to see Nick back behind the camera! See ya in the next one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Vin! Oh yeah, give it a try. The concept is so simple, ya just have to make sure and carve four square edges and it will work. Nick say Hi and we both say Thanks for watching

[@tomaszstarling]

anther great video David, I love the long videos, the longer the better

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Tavor. I plan on the next one being pretty long.. Thanks for watching Bro

[@tomaszstarling]

its my pleasure

[@monicajones8450]

that is pretty cool David. Thank you for that. Loved it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Monica, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching girl!

[@lisanorwood946]

Heeeeeeyyyyy Eeeeverybody.. love that everytime!!!! very cool video.. ooooohh aint got but one match.. awesome.. keep em coming dave and nick... and nice surprise seeing nick.. even if from behind.. you guys rock.. love your videos.. see you next time

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, Heeeeyyyy Lisa! We are happy you liked the vid! Nick decided to just show up a little at the end. LOL. Stay tuned for lots more!

[@coydogoutdoors]

thats a technique you dont see a lot of people talk about great vid buddy

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bro! As far as I know, no one else has shown this method. Give it a go sometime!

[@coydogoutdoors]

lol i already did earlier today its a pretty good method thanks again bro

[@JustInCases72]

Still going back and watching your older videos, After watching i remembered when I was in Boy Scouts , on a jamboree the re was a competition of who could get a fire going first and only use 1 match , I wow a boy scout knife.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ah the memories! I remember when I was a scout leader the younger scouts couldn't get a fire going with a whole box of matches! We turned that around pretty good over time. Thanks for watching John

[@JatinKumar-bu7yq]

What a brilliant idea..thanx dave,uve got a new subscriber from india

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I am happy you liked it Jatin! Thanks for the sub and thanks for watching

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

A lazy walk up the fire stick. Good video Dave, another good idea. As always enjoyed it. atb Opal

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fire is slow and lazy but it will climb anything! I'm glad you liked it Thanks for watching Opal!

[@syabushcraft3417]

Good job on this. I will have to try this with a little smaller stick to see how it works out.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I bet a smaller stick will work. Just remember, it has to have square cut corners or it wont hold a flame.

[@galenlong8022]

great stuff as always big dave, always enjoy your videos.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Galen, I'm glad you liked ii brother

[@sams1sammy237]

amazing. this is second time I am watching this video. hope to try it out one day. excellent idea.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it the second go round! Thanks for watching

[@pdiddy5186]

That's a cool trick brother, never seen that before. Thanks for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. As far as I know, its never been shown before on here. Thanks for watching

[@LeeEngle]

Fantastic - what a wonderful trick you've taught this old guy - now I've got to try it - I don't have a knife as big as yours though - but, bet my hatchet will work

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great! I'm glad you liked it LeRoy. Im sure a hatchet will work perfect for this.. Thanks for watching!

[@wackyswanderings3627]

Hi Dave. now thats a match fella....brilliant and very useful. Dave from across the pond.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Just like Crocodile Dundee, thats not a match, this is a match! LOL. Thanks for watching!

[@wackyswanderings3627]

Haaaaaaaaaa!! Now thats funny :-)

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah David, Welcome back Nick, A F. Y. I. David, The BK-4 and the BK-5 are discontinued. I always thought of my BK-4 as a chopper. But lately I've used it as my Summer Long Knife, then the light went off its called the Machete, But I find that it works good In a 2Knife carry, a large/smaller knife, it carves good, baton's and it's a pretty good lite chopper, But now I just mostly use it as my large knife. They came down in price alot and you know how the price went up on the Camillus Beckers and the steel is the same. Also the older CarbonV knives used this same steel, It might not be a bad idea to get one. I'm sort of impressed how it works as a small machete. Especially this time of the year when clearing brush is necessary, I never used it as a machete, But if anyone like a short machete, This might work out. Again, Nick, welcome back.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Really? Im surprised they would quit making the BK4 and BK5. I thought they were popular? I actually have never owned any Becker knife. Only straight Kbar. Nick says Hi Bro.

[@paulie4x1]

I bought the the Becker line because it's the same steel that Cold Steel used in their CarbonV, Camillus made all their U. S. A. made knives, Then the steel Mills went on a lengthy strike and cause Camillus to go belly up. C. S. stopped selling the CarbonV, Ka-Bar made their knives in that steel so Becker got with Ka-Bar, The point is check out some of the Becker Camillus knives, Their pricy, I believe the 4 and 5 will go up in value the same way. Fisk designed the 5 and Evan designed the 4 thirty years ago, He claims that the one that started it for him. Oh, I Wish You, Nick and Family, a Happy 4th of July.

[@b5maddog]

Wow this is awesome! Looking forward to trying this out. Thank you so much for this video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

sounds great! Good luck with it and thanks for watching!

[@denniscook1422]

very good video Dave. still waiting for the oatmeal. Glad you get to spend the summer with Nick. father and son bonding. Nick enjoy your time with your dad, life pass's by too fast.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Dennis. LOL, Brother I guess Im just going to have to break down and make an oatmeal video. I always love the times spent with Nick. Take care and see ya in the next one!

[@WW2HistoryHunter]

As always , you are showing Things that makes me wanna drop my tools and go right intothe Woods and try all of this. Thanks a lot again for sharing and looking forward to more :) Greetings from WW2HistoryHunter

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds good to me man! Give this a try when you can. Its one of the most reliable fire lighting and sustainment methods there is. Thanks for watching!

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Long video's are great. Watching you, and learning knowledge is better then the boob tube!

[@TraditionalBlackPowder]

Very cool video Dave, thanks for taking the time to do it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks man, I'm glad you liked it. It was my pleasure to film it, Thanks for watching

[@froggergoat]

That was an awesome vid. I learned something new. Thanks. Keep up the good work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Cole, I'm glad you liked it and learned from it. This is basically a very unknown method but quite effective. Thanks for watching

[@johnwmacdonald994]

That's really great, Dave. Never would have thought of it myself, I don't think. Now if only I could sharpen my machete that sharp... Cheers, my friend. -john

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks John, I'm glad you liked it man. After sharpening your machete, strop it. Thats the only way Ive found to get em shaving sharp. Thanks for watching

[@saradreaming]

Wonderful vid my friend. This is a real cool trick, and a neat primer on how fire behaves! Always great hearing from you. :-)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Sara, I'm glad you liked it. I think once a person understands fire, its easier to understand fire materials. Always great to hear from you Girl! Thanks for watching