Macca Machete, Silky Kydex And Other Gear

I finally finished up my three weeks of night shift! I didn't have time to plan an elaborate video but I did get a few presents from friends that you'll be interested to see. Sub here for Macca that made my machete / @maccaknives Check out Alpha Omega Survival Supply for the Silky Kydex sheathes / @alphaomegasurvivalsup... Hes also on Instagram @alphaomegasurvivalsupplykydex

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

I hope you enjoy them dave, I can make about anything out of kydex. My KZbin channel is probably the easiest way to get ahold of me, link to the silky sheaths - kzbin.info/www/bejne/amS1iHevYqamaqM

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I absolutely love them brother! I'm guessing others will want them too. Thanks a million

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 your very welcome lol I just wanted to show you a new piece of equipment, you should get years of service from them. They are pretty well impervious to weather and if they need cleaned just wash with dish soap, then a quick spray of wd-40 inside and out then wipe it down. Keep me posted on how they hold up and how they work out, in case I need to change the design lol.

[@timbo4374]

Good job brother!

[@ArcticGator]

You make sheaths for the 10" corona razortooth folding saw? that thing closed leaves teeth exposed and that can snag on gear inside a pack (or fingers ask me how i know) would love to get a pack mountable "scabbard" that encloses that section of the closed saw

[@timbo4374]

@@ArcticGator I have that same saw, and you're right. Good saw but does have that design flaw.

[@navigator5426]

Never apologize for your accent. You are a good person and that's all that matters.

[@freedomspromise8519]

I agree with you. I like a southern accent. Some people who hear a southern accent make the mistake of thinking the speaker is not very intelligent. Behind Dave's accent is a genius mind.

[@happinessis2111]

That's true. I was raised in the North and then moved to south at 18 and have now lived in the Southwest for 25 yrs. I've lost some of my drawl but the other day a friend of mine born and raised in WV called me. I happened to look up after I had been talking for about 10 minutes and my husband was about to roll out of his chair because he was laughing so hard. He's from WV himself. One minute on the phone and I had slipped right back into my accent as it were a pair of favorite old slippers! I would say "own it!" It's part of our personal living history! :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Paul! I usually have to clarify when I mispronounce stuff due to trolls and keyboard warriors. Lol. Thanks for watching brother

[@navigator5426]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 My mother's side of the family is from Kentucky, I grew up in New Mexico and my Mother lost her accent from living there. One of the things I miss about my Grandmother was her accent. One day when I was staying with her when I was young she said " Would you like a year of corn ", I knew she meant one ear of corn. But I thought to myself ' What would I do with a whole year's worth or corn ? '. Anyway, Your videos are always informative and entertaining and you don't have an arrogant ' know it all attitude ', which makes them fun to watch too. My Dad had a properly humble attitude like you do. He had seven PhDs and spoke several languages. What he said about ' experts ' was " In math, X is an unknown quantity, in Chemistry a 'Spurt' is a discarge of liquid. He knew what he knew but was humble about it. I like the fact that you have the same attitude that he did. Thanks for the Videos.

[@woodsinme]

What accent?

[@derekneumann]

Dave, you are hands-down my favorite outdoor guy on YT. A real person, who works a real job, a real Dad who enjoys and shares time and knowledge with his kid, a true outdoor lover, crafty and creative as hell, genuine, unintentionally funny, prefers nothing more than adventuring in nature, just does shit he would normally do but happens to document it on camera, cares about the experience and sharing of skills over shilling for the mighty dollar like most of these faces on YT. Cheers to you, Dave!! You are living the life!! .... and we appreciate you sharing it with us. :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You get what I'm all about! Thanks for the support, comments and for watching Derek!

[@aarde7036]

Thanks Derek, for putting Dave into words like you did. You describe all he's about.

[@kachiri]

37:10 That's one of the many thing that makes Dave my favorite... He replies to my comments, even when it's on _old_ videos. _Almost_ everyone else doesn't. Most replies I see are from other viewers. You're awesome Dave!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Reading and answering comments is half the fun of doing this! Thanks for watching my friend

[@Ve-suvius]

That's a HUGE plus of Dave. Even now when the comments and subscribers are growing in numbers. He's still responding. I really love that.

[@johnstevenson9429]

Buddy your "rant" on night work brought back memories. I'm a retired cop and our shift would change every 2 -3 days rotation backwards through the clock from 12p to 12a, 3p to 3a and then 7a to 7p. No time at all to set your circadian rhythms. Brutal 27 years.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ah man, I couldn't imagine rotating shifts that way! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching John

[@laineywright2696]

Cool video as usual. I loved your take on the night shift thing. I worked that night shift for 42 years, now... logging retirement time still doing the graveyard shift. The neighbor says, "I looked over there at 3 am, it was lit up like a Christmas tree," followed by, "some of us go to bed at a decent hour!" I said, "look around your house. Almost everything you see was made by a 2nd or 3rd shift worker. So show a little respect." Yep, when the DJ says, "on your way into the office this morning,"... isn't that a goofy thing to say? Office workers don't make cars, blue jeans, Starbucks espresso machines, etc., LOL

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Yep, factories and mills usually run 24 hours a day seven days a week. Years ago I worked in an aluminum foundry second shift six days a week for 8 years! Pay was good but what a miserable life. I pretty much stopped camping when I got that job. Thanks for watching brother

[@laineywright2696]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Whoops, I'm a female. I just like bush crafty stuff.

[@casualcamping3776]

Good morning Dave. Great timing on your video. As a truck driver I often have time to kill waiting to be unloaded. No better way to spend it than learning from your videos. Thanks for what you do brother. It's very much appreciated.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good morning and that's great to hear! Thanks for watching brother

[@timcoker5732]

Me too, I’m waiting for a door

[@casualcamping3776]

@@timcoker5732 story of my life 😆

[@jamieschmotzer]

Your video has been up for 13 minutes and you’ve got 130 views already? Geez, Dave! You’re a beast!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

What can I say man, I love my friends on KZbin!

[@torjones1701]

it's the withdrawl for the past month. We haven't gotten our Dave fix lately...

[@lynderherberts2828]

Hi, darlin', Caught your video at the 27 minutes. I've got to tell you you have some very cool knives and gadgets sent by people who love and admire you. It's exciting and fascinating to see all these new things and hear the stories that go with them. Really great video. Hugs, Linda Lee

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Linda! A gift is always fun but the story behind it is usually fun too. I've met the best people here on KZbin. Take care and see ya in the next one!

[@virginiacopeland108]

Dave, thanks for continuing to post videos. An amazing amount of the old bushcrafters no longer make their vids (a sad turn of events.) You are and always have been my favorite ... I consider you a friend. I appreciate that you are sticking in there. As always "Thumbs up!!! Your loyal Subscriber, Clark

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Clark! I know exactly what you mean about some of the old bushcraft video makers. I know of a few that got disgusted and quit after multiple years of video making and seeing brand new channels rack up millions of views. I'd love to grow bigger but for now this is still fun. Take care and thanks for watching my friend

[@rasmusrasmussen84]

This is the best youtube channel! I love your videos Dave! You're a great guy!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@garys5540]

Dave you have taught me so much about bushcrafting. I've been a fan of yours for years!! You are a fantastic teacher and I thanks you so much!! You get me to escape from my concrete jungle.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Gary!

[@kimberlysharp-ko1301]

I have so missed your videos! Glad you're back! You are awesome!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos that much! Thanks for watching Kimberly

[@bradh74]

I'm just happy I wake up everyday! Some days I wonder if it's all worth it? Then I thank god for another day he has made for me to enjoy and be part of the lives of others. Maybe you'll get used to day shift and you can still have fun with your friends and enjoy the time you have with them. As far as you tube goes I think you're the only guy that always answers or at least acknowledges every comment. That why you're high on my list of favorite people on here or the best person on here. Have a good one Dave give Nick a hello for me.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Waking up is a great thing! You just gotta make the best of the day. Oh, answering comments is a joy to me! Take care and thanks for watching Brad

[@marianfrances4959]

Always good to plug in to your channel, Dave. We appreciate you and thank you for every video. Take care and carry on! 👍🇨🇦😉🏹⛺🌲🌳🐒

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you like it and Thanks for watching Marian!

[@maryspeight2840]

Part of what makes this such a great channel is because of the way you interact with your followers, it's like talking with an old friend , never gets old. Thanks for posting. Guy Speight

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear that Guy and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@REB65]

Thanks Dave, and you’re pretty darn awesome yourself 👍👍 God bless 🙏✌️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you like the way I do things. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@martincobb6937]

Dave... I can't tell you how much I appreciate your commercial free presentations. Always a pleasure to hear you share. Thank You! Oh... and I spent most of my life on night shift and in war zones so I can relate to the flex. Take care my brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Martin and thanks for your service!

[@neva.]

Nick Space Force Cadet with shades too cool! Wow so many gifts of gratitude and innovative ideas springing to you from all over the bushcraft community, it's amazing. I like the family feeling here on your channel and in the way you keep things real. Jasper idea is great & stylish. Thanks for the contact connections and your time. Have a good reset Dave, seeing you in the next one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all! Im glad things are getting back to normal! Thanks for watching

[@BeverlyJaneUnfiltered]

Welcome back to the realm of the daywalkers! LOL Thank you for sharing your awesome and special gifts some very cool craftsmanship there and the information on how the body is able to reset itself. Always a laugh and learning something new here.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Awesome gifts but funny how the greatest gift of them all has been actually sleeping at night! I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching Beverly!

[@michealfranco1597]

Hi Beverly

[@defel1]

It's obvious that you like your KZbin viewers. Your conversational style is inviting and your content is interesting. I always look forward to your videos. Thank you for your humility and sense of humor. You're the best.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks David, I'm glad you liked the way I do things. I film videos in a way where this is the absolute most fun I can have! Thanks for watching Brother

[@VictorGarciaR]

Dave, I was having a bad day... thx for the new video! It is great to disconect from life a little bit At 24:20, if you are interested in knifes with some sort of retention mechanism you should check scuba diving knifes. All of them are stainless and have some sort of latch. Old school ones used a rubber O-ring on the sheath that would be used as an elastic strap for the handle. Modern ones use plastic latches or plastic and steel hinges. I own a ScubaPro Squeeze and it has an awesome double-latch setup, it is secured until you grab it. By grabbing the handle, the palm of your hand operates the double latch and its ready to go. It is better than using your thumb or your index finger to operate a latch

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and it made your day better. Those scuba knife securing mechanisms are new to me. I'll definitely look them up. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Victor

[@ped832]

Thanks again, Dave, for going above and beyond. You looked tired in this one and my comment is days late, but I had to get back to this video and finish watching it. You are good at what you do...keeping us calm, learning, and smiling.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Im always happy to film and even happier to sleep at night! I'm glad you liked it Steve and Thanks for watching

[@tag1462]

Your musings on nightshifts brings to mind my experiences on camping. You see, I'm a night owl. Always been, and that makes camping interesting. You do learn how to adapt to the nocturnal woods as it's a whole different world than the day time. But in my opinion worth it!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm usually a night owl during camping during the winter because it gets dark so early! I do love the sounds of the forest at night

[@davidphipps46]

Hi Dave, watching this video reminded me of an older video about tool steel ferro rod striker. After seeing that older video I didn't have access or want to buy tool steel. Going through Harbor Freight I happened to see a small blue cardboard box on a bottom shelf near the milling machines. It contains 5 pieces of m2 tool steel pieces. I tool some old wood file handles and inserted and epoxied them in. I'm not a metal expert but for inexpensive tool steel, these work really good, 5.00 a box.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello David, man those harbor friend high speed tool bits are the absolutely best choice for ferro rod strikers. Thanks for watching brother

[@lancelenoir2875]

Great seeing you online again. Been following you almost 8 yrs I think.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to be on here and always great hearing from you Lance

[@michael-outdoors]

Hello David, thank you for sharing your thoughts, teaching your bushcraft & camping skills, and your adventures. All the best 👍, Michael

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Michael and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@marjiecleveland]

I love your southern accent. I could listen to you all day! LOL Thank YOU for being such a great, innovative guy that I've learned a lot from. Always look forward to your videos.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you so much Marjie! And see ya in the next one

[@MadDogSurvival]

Thanks for sharing your gifts and thoughts! Thank you for the mention too! My ceramic striker is multi use item, it can be used to hone your blades edge, can be used as a flint for flint and steel, can be used to scrape up tinder etc... it’s made from industrial ceramic and is as hard as hell 😂... I used to work nights too, hated it! I just get my body clock rest and then I’d be back on mornings shift! Hope you make time to rest and enjoy yourself too brother! Best wishes mate 👍🏽👍🏽😎

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it Brother! I always thought ceramic was brittle, I had no idea it could substitute for flint! Take care and Thanks for watching

[@MadDogSurvival]

👍🏽👍🏽👌🏽😎

[@cloudsrain8753]

So glad you got thru your 3 weeks. All that goodness back now. Thx for doing another video.......I always wait for them.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It's so good to be back sleeping at night! Take care and thanks for watching

[@RolandForest]

Enjoyed your talk about the hypothalamus. Really enjoyed just listening to you stories.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Roland, I'm glad you like them! Thanks for watching

[@jjudy5869]

I'm a night owl. I was a night owl as a kid. School was painful. The best piece of advice my mom gave me about working, was find a second shift job, so I could wake up at my own pace. Plus, you make more money on second. ;>)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds good to me. I used to work with a guy that absolutely could not sleep at night.

[@tomcatt998]

i worked 2 to 10p loved it,, also worked 3 to 11p,, not to bad either,, then i started hauling steel coils inrmill, that's when i learned to catch sleep at any time of the day or night

[@pbodymathis]

Always enjoy your videos and ramblings! You are down to earth and honest. You and Nick keep the camera rolling and I will watch!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@ralphwatten2426]

When I was a young man I worked at a grain elevator that had swing shifts. One week days, next week afternoons, and the next nights. 8 and a half hour shifts including lunch. I never and could not see myself ever getting used to that. I was always tired, some times going to the bar at 08:00, sometimes at midnight, sometimes 4:00 in the afternoon. You meet a lot of different people like that but I was always dead tired. On the railroad I worked double shifts starting at around 1:00 in the afternoon and getting off at around 5:00 in the morning. Again I was always tired and when I finally got to the motel I had a hard time getting to sleep because I was thinking about what was going to happen the next shift. Thanks for the video and I hope you can get back to "normal" soon.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ah man, both the shifts of those jobs sounded horrible! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Ralph

[@marciannanderson5075]

Some very interesting gear in this video! You definitely have great karma because people give you neat stuff, and frankly, because of what you teach us, you deserve it! 👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Marci and thank you! Thanks for watching

[@sdavis8577]

Glad you got through that annual shutdown. Here’s to hoping you get more subscribers and could make a living with your channel. You do a great job with your videos and I always look forward to seeing them. God bless you Dave!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! Ive been on here ten years and still havent broken 200,000 so I doubt itll ever happen but thanks for the support! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@cristimunteanu9397]

Watching you from Romania, Thank you for showing us the ABC of bushcraft and bushcraft "tools"! Keep up the good work! 👏🤝

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching Cristi!

[@jamescrowe7892]

Wow! Romania. Cool.

[@davidking4526]

Hey Dave, glad to hear your night shift is over and back to the standard schedule. You’ve been with me since I started my outdoor/bushcraft/survival adventure 5-6 years ago. So many things in my kits have your style all over them. You’re an excellent teacher and human! Thanks for everything!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Man Im loving sleeping at night now! Amazing how the years go by brother. Keep doing what you do. Thanks for the support and Thanks for watching David

[@notquiteultralight1701]

Dave! Thanks for the sneak peak into Dave’s life! What in sam tarnation do you do for work that has you doin a 21 day straight night shift?? Holy cow!! I think you’re videos are awesome because of your humility but also the fact that you’ve got the survival and bushcraft skills to back it up! You show a ton of passion and genuine interest in what you create! Get some sleep dude!! Aaand we’ll see ya in the next one! 👍🏼

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm a maintenance machinist and the mill I work at always has an annual shutdown where we work like that. I'm glad you like the videos so much and thanks for watching my friend!

[@j.k.photography3664]

I always learn a thing or two from your videos. But mostly you give me interesting things to think about. Thanks for all you do.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@jeffrichards5106]

Lot's of cool gear Dave. I like that JP Pertonin knife, especially the sheath. I've been trying to figure out a good way to mount a Kabar to my Alice pack shoulder strap for years now. You're my favorite channel and person on KZbin, I lost count of how many years I've been subscribed to your channel. Always look forward to whatever it is you want to share with us. I also appreciate you answering all my questions and comments over the years. Thanks brother!👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jeff, I'm glad you liked it brother. Use velcro and webbing to mount that Kabar! Thanks for the years of support Jeff

[@jeffrichards5106]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Thanks Dave, I'll give that a try 👍

[@justsayingtoday]

Dave , I enjoyed this video and most of all your very kind way you relate to your viewers. I can see that there have been much in the way of a good up bring in you. You are a credit to your folks and your family.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and yes, I definitely love all my friends I've made here on KZbin!

[@jeffaagaard3346]

Dave I 100% understand about the shift changing. I don't think I've had a job with normal day shift hours only, in 25 yrs. Be mindful about getting enough rest and drinking enough water. Not getting enough of either will contribute to not thinking clearly which can create bad decision making or cause accidents depending on your career field. I'm lookin forward to more of your videos this summer

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very well said Jeff. I'm guessing most modern people never drink enough water and definitely never get enough sleep. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one

[@pipingandcamping]

Those are some neat pieces of gear you received. I'm looking forward to the box opening and your bushcrafty trip. I'm not sure I'd adapt as quickly as you did to the night routine. Glad to see you've survived another shutdown. Have a great weekend and catch you on the next one brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I was really surprised at all this cool gear! I think I adjusted to night shift fast because I was mentally prepared for it. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one

[@jimmyj4811]

I worked shift work for over 20 years. We changed shifts every two weeks; days, afternoons, and nights, all 10 hour shifts. Our days off were always different. It really takes its toll physically! I'm retired now (sort of) and two heart attacks later, I'm trying to balance things out. By the way, I look forwaqrd to your videos!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sorry to hear about all them years of rotating shifts. No one can ever get used to them. Heart attacks are horrible too. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Jimmy

[@barking.dog.productions1777]

That wax is awesome! What it does to protect wood, metal, etc..It forms a hard finish that lasts for years. It keeps metal from rusting or tarnishing, and it never turns yellow. It is perfect for knives, brass, etc...I mainly use it on my katanas and other edged weapons, but works on anything metal, wood, etc. Museums use it because they can clean an item, wax it, and put it into a glass display case, and they never have to mess with it again. No constant cleaning, polishing, dusting , etc. It is expensive, but it it is the best that you can get. A small jar of the pure wax goes a very long way because it puts a thin hard coat on the surface - that as far as I can tell lasts forever. a single coat has been protecting my swords for years. Of course, if you take them out and use them that is different... it would wear off, and the weapon cleaned and more wax applied, but as far as just handling the weapon, just wipe any finger prints off and put it away again.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you for the info! Thats a lot more details than I knew about it!

[@jerrymontgomery8050]

I saw your show once and fell in love with your accent and just kept coming back. As a westerner I love it and the information you provide. Keep it up!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jerry and I'm glad you like what all I do!

[@Temp0raryName]

Glad to have you back after your long shifts. I enjoyed your rambling about that, as I work 7-7 too. Fortunately only three days a week though, so I love having four days off. It is like having two weekends every week! Felt for you having to do that non stop though, that is gruelling!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It was a tough three weeks but at least the pay is good! I'm just not a night owl. Thanks for watching Mark

[@flowerchild777]

Absolutely fascinating, all the stuff your hypothalamus controls. I'll have to do some research on it to maybe figure out how to reset my own. Thanks for that. I'd have never thought of it on my own, I'm sure😩 Glad you made it through your 21 stint and thrilled to have you back. Your brain is awesome, in that it thinks of stuff others can benefit from. Like in a tribe different people contribute different things... it's just enjoyable to watch.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It is amazing! Definitely read up on it. What all it controls is fascinating to me and help or hurt how you feel day to day. Take care and thanks for watching Angela

[@joelvansickle3623]

Great to see you Dave!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear from you Joel

[@asmith7876]

The leatherwork on the track knife was really nice, that sheath alone would cost some $$. The Finnish knife looked fantastic too! Awesome gifts for an awesome guy! As for sleep, I was in the Army in my 20's, amazing what you can get used to, sleep, no sleep, no food, hot, cold, no schedule, never know what you'll be doing. Now at 58 it would probably kill me LOL. Not too old to still go out backpacking though, spend time in the woods. Great stuff, can't wait to see the new toys in action.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Lol, ah man theres so much we could do when we were younger. Im not over the hill yet but I sure feel my age! Thanks for watching

[@alanrice39]

What cool items, and wow! That machete, nice. Looking forward to that video. It’s very interesting the way the brain works. Very obvious you care bout people. You are very genuine and unique. I know I speak for lots of people, your like a friend.thanks Dave. Alan R.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Alan, I'm glad you liked it. Me and that machete is gonna get along quite well! I do love my friends on KZbin. Thanks for watching

[@73FORGE]

Good to see you brother! Awesome gifts from awesome folks around the world! I did graveyard-shifts for Vons grocery back in the day, definitely a differential to live life I only lasted a few months then had to change my schedule, lol.. much respect bro, have a great weekend👍🏼🍺

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great hearing from you man! Night shift definitely ain't for everyone. I'm overjoyed to be back sleeping at night! Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@Argento261]

Auermetall, Cereisen, Ferrocium, thats all the same Dave. Auermetall and Cereisen (Eisen-Iron) Mischmetall (mishmetal) got more magnesium in it. Best wishes from Germany and stay safe

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info! I wasn't sure what it was.

[@georgsiefkes593]

Good explanation! Perhaps I may add that "Auermetall" is an older expression. It is named afterCarl Freiherr Auer von Welsbach, an austrian chemist who produced the first "flintstones" for lighters and invented the incandescent mantle for kerosene lamps which for what reason ever are called "Welsbach mantle" but not "Auer mantle" :-) And a big thanks to you Dave. A great video as always. Greetings from Denmark, Georg

[@jimmcgettigan1326]

Always cool to hear from Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great to hear that Jim!

[@ianmickelwright4136]

This was a very interesting video. Your videos are always great to watch. I can relate to a lot of this having worked two jobs at the same time. I've also worked 80 hours a week for a year. I loved seeing the gear that was sent to you. That was interesting. And we appreciate the fact that you're not just in it for the money. 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ian, I'm glad you liked it. 80 hours a week for a full year? That would kill me man! Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@louisbecke2348]

ExPats like me living in the Philippines just did one too many 12 hour 3rd shifts. Burned out for so long you wonder "is this life"? Work until you drop dead? For what. I shed the house, car and belongings and moved to where life has meaning, a place to get to know yourself. Its shocking what you find out that you were just a worker ant keeping the machines working and keeping the rich richer. Well I found I love jungle survival, photographing volcanoes and all things natural.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very well said. Most really are trapped in a concrete jungle. You are one of the few that's escaped and get to really enjoy life. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Louis

[@rhinooningo2865]

25:30 "Like I said, I am southern . . ." NO! I am shocked! I had no idea! Keep making great videos that educate and entertain!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, thanks for watching!

[@rhinooningo2865]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I shall continue!

[@michaelmcfarland3300]

Really cool stuff Dave. Thanks for another great video. I had to work night shift for 14 months and I don't think I ever got use to it. Couldn't sleep well on night shift. I do 12 hour rotation day shift now. Much better for me. I also love being a southerner...lol. I think that's why I believe I enjoy your videos , the southern connection...lol.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Michael, I'm glad you liked it. I'm ok with short term night shift. Long term? No way! Thanks for watching my southern brother!

[@curt46oct]

I've had several jobs with different schedules, some good, some bad. last job was running trains on the Wyoming coal line. 24/7. no schedule at all, go to work when they call. could be rugged. very good video. you sure have lots of nice toys. i love that always answer comments, you have my respect for that. thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ah man, being on call constantly is very rough! I'm glad you liked the video Curt, Thanks for watching

[@jvanniekerk1]

Hi Dave. Stopped by Macca's channel. ;) thanks for the video!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that my friend!

[@bigal2696]

Your way of looking at the night shift is good advice for approaching anything: what we can learn from it and how can we grow from it - this is positive and helpful. Enjoyed the video!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked that Al. Thanks for watching

[@ratroddiesels1981]

we completely enjoyed this video ,and liked all the tools and gifts you received . thank you for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it my friend

[@s.maskell7134]

I love how people send you things you may well have invented yourself. So interesting. Glad you are finally getting break from work. Rest well.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it. Im loving sleeping at night! Thanks for watching

[@edwardmclaughlin6126]

You are the most genuine person on KZbin, God bless you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Edward and may God bless you too brother

[@JoeDoomsday]

Those designs on the spine are usually just for decoration. - It’s my understanding that the little tiny choil behind the larger finger choil is there just to help with sharpening the blade. Basically a start/stop spot. 👍🏻

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Joe!

[@JoeDoomsday]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 ,… anytime

[@frankfelix1056]

Dave you are a genuine guy Your videos are always entertaining and informative Even when you are “ranting” You take care and god bless!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Frank and may God bless you too!

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Dave☺ ya sure got some cool gifts , thanks for showing them to us, your thoughts on your physical, and mental adaptation to night shift was interesting, my late father who was a D ,Day veteran , could sleep anywhere , anytime, he said being in a war tought him to , eat and sleep whenever he could, and all his life he did the same , I guess it worked for him as he passed away aged 91yrs. Cheers mate, stay safe, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart.uk.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Stuart! I'm glad you liked the video and the gear. I've often heard what you're saying about combat veterans. My grandfather was a lot like your dad. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@stuartlockwood9645]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 thanks for the reply dave, they were a differant generation, brought up tuff, whith a total can do attitude, and used to existing on very little comforts, we talk about bushcraft and survival today, but for alot of veterans it was an everyday occurrence, my father talked about being in a rest area in France and shooting wounded horses and using his jack knife to cut meat from the rump, and cooking it up back in camp whith his mates, who had foraged some veg from abandoned dwellings, this was a welcome change to normal rations, as usually there wasn't time for foraging, he did say getting hold of American rations made a good change, he was a gunner and spent most of his time in a forward OP , that meant, water, bully beef, hard tack, no smoking, washing, etc , till he got back to his own lines, he did suffer whith stomach ulcers as a result. He was one of many who went through similar hardships, a generation who are sadly missed, and if I may say Thank You to all who have served, and are still serving, take care Dave, 😊 kind regards Stuart.uk.

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Thank you Dave! Nice gifts! And I enjoy ur rambling!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@kenhughes4715]

You must be beat after that stretch at work. Enjoyed all this talking included. You received some great stuff in the mail. That machete looks fantastic. I would sure like to hear some more stories about the folks you use to camp with years ago. (Flat head etc). I think it would be a great video put on a pot of coffee and just reminisce. I’m sure most folks would enjoy it. Thank you for taking the time to make your videos I look forward to them.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh man am I worn out! And I'm glad you liked it. Ive told a lot of the stories in the past, a lot of the stories I havent told are quite bizarre. Lol. I will one day. Thanks for watching Ken

[@baronvonzollo5297]

Thank you Dave for all the content you put out and the interaction you have with your audience. Your channel has inspired me to get back into outdoorsmanship like I did in the Boy Scouts. So much so that I have now been slowly converting my son's old room into my own gear room.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that! And I'm glad you like the videos. Thanks for watching

[@charlespeebles3887]

Enjoyed the video. I liked how you handled the transition from day to night shift. Keep the videos coming. Your great.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Charles, I'm glad you liked it! It's a good feeling sleeping at night again

[@zeuslabarber512]

Dave I love your show,as I'm handicapped and can't get out anymore,so I try and live vicariously through your videos ! 😂 Also I like your knives and Machetes,I've collected a few of them , Oh and thanks for the recommendations !!!😉 Brother I have learned so much from you and your Son's videos, Please, keep em coming !!! I used to hunt,fish,ice fish and camp , and I loved it, now... it's Like I said

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad I can bring a little bit of the outdoors to you! Also good to hear you've learned from us. Take care and thanks for watching

[@terryr.t.2113]

Dude! I worked the '7 on/7 off' night shift in two separate (Fed and state) licensed professions for 20+ years EACH! Was worth it (to me) to get every other week off to pursue certain 'adventure sports' activities! Once lived in Chattanooga (world famous HG location) and worked as a helicopter mechanic in the Gulf of Mexico, 100 miles offshore from the Louisiana coast!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments Terry!

[@dr.tomgio6694]

Hey Dave, what you want to look into is the role of the pineal gland. This gland is located in the upper middle of your brain and is sensitive to sunlight. This is what sets your bio clock and circadian rhythms. It works like this: when the sun is high, the melatonin produced by this gland decreases and up-regulates the production of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone). ACTH is an anterior pituitary hormone, with origins in the hypothalamus, which stimulates the production of cortisol in the adrenal cortex. When the sun goes down, the pineal gland starts to increase melatonin production which down-regulates ACTH and cortisol levels. In other words, melatonin levels are inversely proportional to ACTH and cortisol and follow a sine-wave rhythm following hours of lightness and darkness. The melatonin maximum and ACTH/cortisol minimum occur between 3:00 and 5:00 a.m.. Now, cortisol is both a selective immunosuppressant and a strong anti-inflammatory. The reason we have this mechanism is because we can't slap ourselves when we are asleep! In other words, our skin is our first line of defense against insect bites and the like. Since we can't defend ourselves consciously, the second line of defense - our immune systems - have to be heightened in their response by reducing cortisol levels. Unfortunately, this also means that if there is any kind of inflammatory process going on, it is also heightened within the same time frame. If you want to correct your bio rhythms after working prolonged shifts or travelling, you can safely take up to 5 grams of melatonin about 15 minutes before you want to go to sleep.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you for that info Dr. Tom! And that explains why when on night shift between 3 AM and 5 Am its the toughest to stay awake!

[@dr.tomgio6694]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Yessir! And your headaches, altered appetite, body fatigue , and mental fuzziness. We are primarily daylight animals, which is why it works this way. Nocturnal animals have this mechanism reversed. Anyone operating heavy equipment should be aware of this hormonal action. Hospitals are all well aware of this physiological sequence because if any problems are going to arise, they will between 3:00 and 5:00 am. Old school chicken farmers used to have a light on in the chicken coop for this reason, as well, to increase egg production. Smart old guys!

[@bradleycrewe1754]

Awesome video Dave , stay well , look forward to the next one !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bradley, I'm glad you liked it brother

[@Top-Jimmy]

Long time no see Dave! I know the feeling of coming off shutdowns mate, takes a few days to adjust back afterward for sure bud! Great video as usual my friend! that custom job looks like a great chopper all purpose blade.. Very nice. Starting to really like blades that come with kydex sheaths myself... Those patterns on the top of that fat blade are becoming popular as thumb slip protection...Keep up the great work and make sure you rest up!! Cheers brother from across the big pond in Western Australia, stay safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm almost back to normal, sleeping good at night. That chopper is doing really well so far! Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@Top-Jimmy]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 ;)

[@WORRO]

Buddy I'm glad your going to get back to normal on the shift. What some awesome things sent to you! Brother you deserve them all, ENJOY! Good video as always Brother Dave! I remember about 100 years ago when I discovered your channel, my little boy who's grown now was sitting there watching and listening to you and looked at me and said "Daddy he sounds like us!" Hehehe it's a Southern thing :) Thumbs-up buddy ~John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Brother John that night shift was quite the experience but I'm glad it's behind me! Lol, only us southerners truly understand the "it's a southern thang" saying. Take care and thanks for watching

[@Gabblerwba1]

Interesting thoughts from your video David, especially towards the end and how you use a 3 week period of night shifts to give you more ideas for your channel. Great job, keep us in suspense and I like your take on the moneytorisation aspect of some (many) KZbin channels.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. I did a lot of thinking during them long nights. It was quite the experience. Take care and thanks for watching Mak

[@brentmeff183]

I really enjoy your podcast as an Army Veteran and a camping/hunting/survivalist/whatever enthusiast....thanks for your content! Keep it up!

[@brentmeff183]

An and a edit lol

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Brent

[@michealfranco1597]

Hi Brent

[@stephenwest1491]

Dave i work permanent nights 11 out of every 14 and have done for the last 7 years at first it was hard i work in a parcel hub so work is hard but like with everything you get used to it so my time watching your videos help me out well with my camping...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I can see doing that shift all the time becoming the norm. Rotating back and forth is whats killer. Thanks for watching Stephen

[@stephenwest1491]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 OMG you rotate your shift i'm sorry i didn't hear it right working for a living is a downer anyway ? but rotating shifts i did three shift rota's in my early 20s even at that age i felt like i was having heart attacks most second day shift nights we were told to get at least 10 hours sleep during the day time back then so i know how you feel but keep up the good work

[@Zorbawon]

I know the problems associated with working on the night shift very well. As you mentioned, you can, over time, adjust to working the back side of the clock but the greatest danger is trying to constantly adjust between working nights and sleeping nights. That was the problem I faced with my job constantly shifting between day and night work. After working nights the first day back is useless while trying to recover and the last day before starting the nights is also useless trying to adjust; so whatever time off will be shortened by at least two days. Some people adjust better than others and some people can fall asleep at any time just like turning off a light switch. I am not one of them. There were studies done that had sensors on a few of my coworkers to see the effects of the work schedule but the results were so bad they never published the results! Other studies that you can obtain have shown the results of shortened life expectancy. Bottom line, even though I loved my job I decided to retire early.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you for the insight! And I know exactly what you mean. Them days off in between nights and days are usually wasted days because you feel so bad.

[@b2d327]

Hey, why not call that square ferro rod a “squar-o-rod” 🤣🤣🤣 I also got to thinking about that chiseled piece you showed and how it could probably be used for making curled feathers too. Nice shout out to Cody Lundin (man, I loved that show) and great video as always. 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, I like that name! Cody is definitely a great guy. I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching

[@dalemeyer8207]

There's a bunch of things I've done.... Hot coals melts foil but top part is covered so it burns slow.... Keep in center on sand out of fire and it chars ....put a hole here , there what ever...I have had intresting experiences in campfire.... I also do it in wood stoves and have had coals days later doing this , just bust foil off and put some kindling on and fan some ...it's a work in progress but I lik it. Thanks 😊

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds like a great method Dale!

[@sher64ct45]

Hi! Dave, Been a subscriber for years. Never actually comment but love all your videos, I’m just the shy kind. Learned so much from you, thank you. Love your accent to and the pleasant way you present your videos. Looking forward to your next exciting video. 😊Maybe there will be a new skill for me to learn. See you then.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello and great to hear you like the videos and have learned from them! Comments are always welcome round here and thanks for watching

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Very nice gear Dave. Good talk about the night shift. I’ve been there at times. Thanks and take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Quinn, I'm glad you liked it. Man night shift takes a toll!

[@mikeboone4425]

Dave on the burning of Delrin back in the 70s used to be around a lot of plastic injection molding machines we made plastic gears out of Delrin . It was very dangerous if it over heated in the screw it turns in to chlorine gas very dangerous. I would make a habit of staying away from the smoke . Happy trails

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Mike!

[@ou75id32]

Dave that new machete looks like good tool and it will be interesting to watch you using it . Great video as always thx for sharing...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I've been using it some since I filmed this and man is it ever a good machete! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching

[@snaponjohn100]

What a great video! I love your videos where you just sit and talk. Boy, were you ever blessed while you were working. You have contributed so much to this community, and helped out so many other people. You have been a major blessing to me. Even though we’ve never met face-to-face, I still consider you a dear friend. God bless you my friend. John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Brother John! I'm glad you liked it. No we havent met face to face but I definitely remember those who have been here with me since the beginning. Remember how small knit us bushcrafters group was on here ten years ago? Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@jharbo1]

Very nice things viewers/fans have sent you, and thanks so much for showing them. I am intrigued by the strap pouch add-on thing...i'd use it as a chest strap for sure. Blessings from Alabama, friend!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all. Ive already thought of 6 or 7 uses for them pouch straps! Thanks for watching

[@leemichel8199]

thank you bud for all your hard work you put in to give us all great content ..more people like you in this world would make the world a better place ,,god bless you and your family .brother , your a true inspiration and in my eyes HERO,, take care and stay safe ... Lee

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Lee and thanks for the support and for watching! I try my best to add some positivity to the world

[@willynthepoorboys2]

Happy you survived the 3 week shutdown, I personally prefer third shift because it is the coolest time of day to work. Thanks for the video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I do like third in the summer. Wintertime 1rst or 2nd. Thanks for watching

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

I feel your pain on changes in the work. For thirty years I work different shifts and it can mess with you. Lots of good stuff you received, looking forward to seeing whats in the box and what you do with it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thankfully I work first and second shift most of the year. Adding third in is what wears me out. That box will be interesting. Take care and thanks for watching

[@EatCarbs]

I hated working the overnight shift. It only took me two days to adjust to the day shift. Thanks for the video brother

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

After three weeks it took me 4 or 5 days to feel normal. Thanks for watching Brother Mark

[@juanbarturen2726]

I know how you feel. I worked for Eastern airlines. DynAir tech. American airlines. For years MIDNIGHT. or graveyard shift... hey you get a day off every day.. Now every day is Saturday. I'm retired.

[@WessexBladesHandMadeKnives]

Nightshift do mess up your whole body clock, looking forward to your new vids outside, I never seem to get the notifications so I'll catch up now!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely, I hate night shift and how it makes me feel. Thanks for watching brother

[@vindivergilio3482]

Thank you for another great video! That was interesting about resetting your brain. When I was a Firefighter, we worked a 3 on/3off schedule, 3 day shifts 7am to 7pm, have 3 days & nights off, then 3 night shifts, 7pm to 7am then 3 whole days & nights off. Some guys had no prob with it, but alot of us, on the night shift....by the end of that 3rd night....oh boy. It was rough, especially if we caught a decent job (call, fire) or were running medical calls all night. Talk about dragging your feet!! It got to a point where when I worked nights, I forced myself to stay awake almost all night. If I didn't, I wouldn't fall asleep at home til around 2/3pm the next day. And I noticed, my eating habits totally changed too. Even when on day tour & days off, like you said, I would go on total Pig outs around midnight or later. It took almost a year after I retired to get my mind & body reaclimated to a 'normal' routine of eating, sleeping, & living 'normally'. Anyway.....thank you for another great video and take care of yourself. Oh, been wanting to ask...I noticed you own a bass boat in a few videos. Any chance of a 'Dave and Nick go fishing' video at all? Bet you have some great fishing in your neck of the woods. See ya in the next one, brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Vin and I'm glad you liked it. Ah man, now that was a rough schedule! I couldnt hack a life time of that. We may do a fishing video but we are both pretty lousy at it. Lol. Thanks for watching

[@benthere8051]

Resetting your circadian clock is best accomplished by forcing yourself to adapt to the new schedule immediately. Don't sleep when you aren't supposed to. I've made eight trips to Vietnam over the past 25 years, which is a 12-hour difference from CST depending on daylight-saving time. I found it's best to force yourself to the new schedule ASAP. BTW, I found the Vietnamese are true survivalists because they had to be. I studied their food, their tools, their cooking techniques, and their lifestyles in general. They are extremely innovative. The best garden tool I own was made in Vietnam from what could've been a piece of a fender from a 57 Buick, stuck into a piece of a tree branch. It's like a wicked knife with a 10-inch curved blade that's deadly sharp on the inside of the curve and on the flat end. You can weed a garden bed like a mad dog with that thing. I brought back a number of their veggie seeds and grow them here. Those veggies are super productive. Enough rambling - I enjoyed your video. Keep up the good work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info. I'd love to go see some places like that one day. They do have life way tougher than we do. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Ben

[@robertkoontz7865]

Thats a great idea Kydex on your silky saw. When I make my Farro Rods I use pine fat wood w/a knot. Then I coat the notty handle with 5 min. Epoxy. I also use the chain saw tilling of pine for lighter material, maybe a cool handle.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's a great way of treating your fatwood handles

[@robertkoontz7865]

Yep, Its like high end furniture, w/ that clear coat. Protects thing from gettin sappy and its Purdy

[@Walterliquori]

the ceramic striker is a good idea because the best all around ferro rod striker hands down is a piece of broken glass it throws crazy sparks

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's very true

[@luckyx16]

Thanks for posting. Have you ever noticed with average fero rods, that with the coating on them its harder to get a spark? I own several, as I purchased them I could not get a park for the life of me. I heard a friend talking about that and he said to take some fine grit sand paper and sand the outer coating off of them, and try again. Well by now, I had several fero rods. I tested it by doing several test strikes before sanding, and observed how many strikes produced a spark and how big the spark was. After sanding I did the same thing. What a difference it made! I was shocked.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Welll that outer coating is usually black paint, its not flammable as ferrocirium is. I always scrape it off.