My Bushcraft Kits and Gear That I Carry in the Teton Explorer 4000 Backpack

[@johnkania6888]

Good stuff again Dave. I can always count on your videos to give me an idea or two of something new to incorporate into my system. Thanks!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+John Kania Thank you, John! I really appreciate that, my friend! I am very happy that I could be of some assistance and am very happy that you stopped by! -Dave

[@treatyourself7965]

always fun to see what you're packing. thanks Dave! Mike from mass.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+UR IT Thank you, Mike! I appreciate you stopping by and leaving your nice comment, my friend! -Dave

[@BushOgre]

Great job. I love to use stuff sacks and pouches to keep my pack organized as well. My main pack I keep as a 4 seasons pack at all times. It's good exercise and keeps me used to the weight. I am going to be sewing a large habersack/knapsack for my day trips to my buddies land. Keep it up, my friend.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Jonathan Zook Thank you for the kind words, Jonathan! Great minds think alike, my friend! I, too, like to carry heavy with this pack and my LAPG operator backpack for exercise and keeping used to the weight! Sound like an excellent haversack project you have coming up! I cannot wait to see it! Nice to hear from you! -Dave

[@NathansFerroceriumrods1]

Nice back pack and packed full.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Nathan4071 Thank you for watching, Nathan! Not too full this time. I love the way this pack holds gear. Plenty of room for much more..haha! -Dave

[@LouiseGardner412]

That backpack holds a lot..looks comfortable too!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Louise Gardner Its a great pack, Louise! It can definitely hold a lot..haha! Thank you for taking the time to watch, my friend! -Dave

[@LouiseGardner412]

Your welcome Dave!

[@cindyneely6087]

outstanding

[@StratBeer]

Great job on what you use Dave

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Strat Beer Thank you for the nice comment, Strat! I appreciate you watching, my friend! -Dave

[@Lellobeetle]

Great to see your loadout, my friend. Greetings from Pittsburgh. Laura

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Lellobeetle Thank you for watching and leaving your awesome comment, Laura! Great to hear from you, my friend! -Dave

[@RhysTucker2603]

Great kit dave! ANOTHER amazing video! keep up the good work!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for the kind words! I really appreciate that, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! -Dave

[@karlatiller-barclay1965]

Nice gear set up. Have a fantastic day Karla

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Karla Tiller-Barclay Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment, Karla! -Dave

[@FedericoBorluzzi]

This is so great to see!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Federico Borluzzi Thank you for the kind words, Federico! Very nice to hear from you, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the video! -Dave

[@watermain48]

Great systematic way to approach packing your kit. Thanks for sharing it.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for watching and leaving your kind words, Bill! I really appreciate that, my friend! -Dave

[@charleslarson3152]

Very well thought out!!!! AMB from Arizona! :)

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Charles Larson Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, Charles! Nice to hear from you, my friend! -Dave

[@drcsep]

Well organized 👍🏼

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Carlos Sepulveda Thank you for watching and leaving your nice comment, Carlos! Nice to hear from you, my friend! -Dave

[@yveskc1]

Cool! informative... Thanks for sharing.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+yveskc1 Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment, my friend! -Dave

[@angelasimpson7371]

Hi Dave great setup you got there keep up your great vids Andrew

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Andrew Simpson Thank you for the awesome comment, Andrew! Very nice to hear from you, my friend! -Dave

[@MTwoodsrunner]

nice loadout David...woods

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+MTwoodsrunner I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment, woods! Nice to hear from you, brother! -Dave

[@livinright1]

smart layout and packing system...from exterior->interior loading!!! kits w/in kits and one for Ember too, perfect =)

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+livinright Thank you for the kind words, Lisa! Nice to hear from you! I appreciate you stopping by, my friend! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave, I finally made it to my man cave. I went lite over the weekend, But what I did bring complimented eachother, The Gerber Gator in the 154 CM I didn't even use because my Fox Bushcraft Parand worked magnificently as a one tool option although I did team it up with my Vic. Rangergrip 78, I used my Phillips carefully to untangle paracord. It worked, But I got a Genuine British Issue Army Clasp Knife with a Marlin Spike, I'll be bringing just for that. But The Rangergrip complimented the Fix Parang. I don't have to tell you how good the 24" Council Pack Axe worked and so did the Silky Bigboy 2000 in the sheath. I knew the snow would be a obstacle so I brought my Kodiak Gearsling and it worked great. Just the right size. I prolly could of put it along the side since it has a similar carrier to your pack, But I used the sheath with the sling. Yeah, My Fix Bushcraft Parang is a good one. The N690Co. Bohler Austrian Stainless is good stuff and worked out great in the wet and snowy condition. I finally got a knife to team up with my Blind Horse Bushcrafter, It's a 4" blade and 5/32" thick with a Scandi Grind, It's a little tank, Just like Mors writes in his book, "A knife should be strong and work's wood well" Indeed it does, It has a Natural Micarta Handle which I had the handle flattened, The natural micarta is a tan, and most if my knives have black handles, So with than I could of used my Tio's Mini Scandi 2.5. But my new Cold Steel Mackinac Hunter Picket Knife with the Tri-Add lock will work better and natch better too. I'll get the sheath fir it., Anyhow, Thanx you for sharing. I like watching your video's for good tip's, Thanx You for sharing.,,.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Sounds great, my friend! -Dave

[@ShinyKnife]

Great video! Thumbs up👍🏼

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Shiny Knife Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I appreciate you stopping by! -Dave

[@seanlikesnfl]

nice

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Sean Williams Thank you for the nice comment, Sean! I appreciate you watching, my friend! -Dave

[@seanlikesnfl]

welcome

[@phyllismulkey3778]

nice gear

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+phyllis milky Thank you, phyllis! I appreciate you watching, my friend! -Dave

[@boggycreekbeast]

HaHaHa! Asked by a subscriber? Dave, I'm sure you get asked by more than one subscriber because you have great information on your channel. Oh well, I'm gonna bug you now. In that flap pocket you had knit caps. What type were those and what do you prefer? Also, I'm always wearing bandanas (100% Cotton) but I don't use a shemagh. Is that one 100% Cotton or some other material? I'm like you and believe in getting multiple uses from my gear hence my last Rudiger Roll video. Fantastic video, Dave. Thanks for taking the time to make and share. Take care friend, Tim

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+boggycreekbeast Haha! Thank you for the kind words, Tim! The knit caps that I wear in this type of weather, 99% of the time, are the military 100% wool watch caps. Very warm! My dad introduced me to them. He said that he was issued them in the Navy to keep watch and they were the warmest hats he ever wore, especially in being still and keeping watch, not moving around to keep warm - www.amazon.com/Military-Genuine-Winter-Warm-Watch/dp/B00Q5COO3Q/ref=pd_sim_sbs_193_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=51a8hqaZm-L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR147%2C160_&refRID=160SX8QN94D0H0TTX9NX. In the summer time, I am a huge fan of cotton bandanas. I always like wearing something on my head, all year long. Yes, the bandana and shemagh are cotton. I appreciate you stopping by, my friend and it's great to hear from you! -Dave

[@boggycreekbeast]

Thanks for getting back with me, Dave. Gonna set myself up with a few of those. May grab myself a shemagh or two. Have a good night friend - Tim

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

boggycreekbeast You are going to love the shemaghs! I use them for so much! Very versatile. If you get a chance, check this site out. My dad and I buy from here and their cause is excellent. They list them as "battle scarves" - www.battlesaint.com. Nice talking with you, my friend!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+boggycreekbeast My Dad is super cool! He's a Vietnam vet and a true war hero, even though he would never admit to that. My son is doing really well. Finishing up his high school Junior year already! Excellent Rudiger video, as always, my friend! -Dave

[@boggycreekbeast]

Salute and Respect to your Father. Can definitely tell he has had a very positive influence. Glad your son is doing well. The BIG J! He do ok in competition this year? Exciting times for him!! Thanks Dave. I wanted to do a better version of that one. I got pressed for time.

[@MYNICEEV]

Awesome.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Raymond Earle Thank you for the very nice comment, Raymond! I appreciate you taking the time to watch, my friend! -Dave

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Thanks Dave! I have that same whistle tool on my pack strap for the same reason. Good kit and video!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Jon Cochran Thank you, Jon! For a thermometer, it's nice to have a couple of other options on the tool, as well! I appreciate your awesome comment, brother! -Dave

[@frostysoutdoors4135]

Great Load Out Love the pack my friend my friend gave me a council hunters axe haven't tried it yet still has the plastic edge cover on it lol going to check out that pack for sure thanks for sharing and God Bless Brother

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Yooper Digger57 Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I believe your Council Tool hunter's axe is the same as my camper's axe? If so, you are going to love it! I enjoy mine very much! I appreciate you stopping by, brother! -Dave

[@frostysoutdoors4135]

but mines black yours is red

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Yooper Digger57 Oh, okay! Let me know how you like it, my friend! -Dave

[@frostysoutdoors4135]

Now I got to find a sheath for it lol so I can pack it

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Yooper Digger57 Haha..mine didn't come with a sheath but it came with a functional rubberized edge cover. The sheath in the video is an old sheath from one of my Husqvarna axes. -Dave

[@erickalvesrezende]

Great work. I just found your chanel and really like it.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Erick Alves Rezoned Thank you for the kind words, Erick! I am very happy that you found my channel and it's great to have you here! -Dave

[@TheFourOfNine44]

Hi Dave, awesome video.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+TheFourOfNine Hi, Jacinta! I am glad you're back, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment! Great to hear from you! -Dave

[@TheFourOfNine44]

HighCarbonSteel Love Thanks Dave, Happy Weekend. Love Jacinta xX.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

TheFourOfNine You are very welcome, my friend! You have a great weekend, too! -Dave

[@TheFourOfNine44]

HighCarbonSteel Love I will, Thanks. Jacinta xX.

[@ThunderMountainTactical]

Good job buddy!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+ThunderMountain Tactical Thank you for the kind words, brother! Nice to hear from you! -Dave

[@AdventureTimeOutdoors]

Thanks for the tip on this bag Dave. I love it! such a big difference with a bag that fits properly. Take care Mark

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Adventure Time Outdoors Thank you for watching, Mark! You are exactly right...huge difference between a bag that is made to fit properly and one that is not. -Dave

[@ssrknivesandguns8741]

AWESOME!!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+SSR KNIVES AND GUNS! Thank you, Sean! I appreciate the kind words, my friend! -Dave

[@mckwilly]

good stuff !

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+MCKwilly Thank you, brother! -Dave

[@FSAIOWA]

great video Davei have been eyeballing that pack for awhile on amazon, i think it is a good one based on your video Brother, thanks for sharing

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Father and Son Adventures of Iowa (FSAIOWA) Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your kind words, my friend! I am glad I could be of some assistance and I think you would love this pack! It's pretty affordable for such a great pack! Let me know how you like it if you decide to pick one up! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave, Summer only Ok, My Rodent 5, 2Hawks Double Bit Hatchet and my Wicked Tough Saw, My pack either my Condor Mexpedition 2 or my Haversacks, my shovel is a hand jobie, with my 5C's, But I also carry my military Web belt where I can carry my Trio Belt Knife, Double Bit Hatchet and Saw, plus Canteen and Necessities Pouch, So I can rearrange and important things I double up, A Mora 510 is usually around my neck. But if I go into the hard stuff like brambles a clearing tool, Lately because if you extend your arm the BK-4 is an extention so even though it's around a 9" blade, I can use it as a clearing tool and it's lite. As the weather changes so does my carry.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for watching! Nice set ups, my friend! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Actually, I knew I wanted a axe a little larger than my Small Forex Axe, But not that I would have a problem transporting it, I through experience found that a heavier Axe head I can shorten the handle thus I had a House Axe made using my 5" thin cheek and cutting edge and had it heated on a 19" White Hickory Handle. Alot laughed, Now they want to use it to process wood on our trips, The weight plows through everything in front of it. It is a bit on the heavy side so belt carrying it isn't what you want to do, It's Simply too heavy, But with a shoulder harness is how I carry it, We'll same thing with the Council Pak Axe in the 24" infact I saved that video. It has a little heavier Axe, moderately long enough handle (24") should make it just a tich longer than my S. F. A. but manageable enough to carry, I'm also getting the harness set up with it. Thanx, Dave.

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave, Yeah, Slowly I'm bringing out of rotation some tools I'll be using for the on-going colder, wet and snow weather, I had all the intentions of using my Benchmade #162 Bushcrafter, Last time I believe I brought out my Benchmade #156 CSK In D2 with Serrations, Just to see if I could make curls with Serrations. I did. But today I Christened my 17"Hultafors Bruks Agdor Hatchet as my official Bush Craft Axe(Hatchet), Don't get me wrong I think my G. B. Small Forest Axe is Aces, and my new 24" Council Wood Craft Pack Axe with the heavy duty sheath and sling is Simply TiT's, The 17" handle is still compact enough so I can still on person carry it, But It makes a pretty good short two handed Hatchet when I need to chop down a dead fall and trim and size it. Eugene on KZbin makes good leather holsters for that kind of carry, But this up-to ming week, the weather is still cool, but nice and no rain, Hip Hip Hurray, But that wouldn't stop me. But I'm defenetly taking my #162 Bushcrafter, my small knife is going to be a Weidmannshiel, The blade is a pocket knife size, a large pocket knife, I think it's a Bird and Trout Knife, But very nice in 440c. I coukd neck or belt carry it, But I'm starting to use my 3Day Backpack, Since I have a tarp and a wool blanket, plus a termo under suit, and extra socks, But basically I carry similar gear to you. Oh, I always have a Herf-A-Dor Cigar Humidor, It's water proof and I have three sizes depending on what type of trip. The boys laugh at me because they notice I like matching my cutting tools especially my cutting tools, The mask on my Hultafors matches the Sheath of my Benchmade #162 Bushcrafter, and even the Folding Saw Sheath, (one fits 3 different saws). Or I can find a place in my pack. I think I'm going to have a Molle attachment for a Hatchet on my backpack, But the 17"Hultafors Bruks Agdor Hatchet, Like I said I can carry on person even with my Canteen and a Necessities Pouch, I think we have alot of similar tastes. Keep up the great work, Job well done, Thanx.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for watching! Always good to break out some tools for the changing weather! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Yes it is Dave especially when you have a few. But I did change my mind at the last minute, I ended up taking my 2Hawks Warbeast Tomahawk , It has three sharp edges and for the weight, It's very lite, But chops like a dream, I teamed it with my Benchmade #162 Bushcrafter and that Weidmannshiel clip point bird and Trout Knife as my neck knife, It was cloudy, but in the 70°'sF. So I had a nice day to practice. Usually I like larger knives and with Choils, Like my Ratmandu, and my Rodent 5, But my Rodent 4 is turning out to be one of my Fav. Bush Craft knives and I'm piggybacking it with my Rodent 7 in tge Baldric Carry. Talk to you soon, Laters, Dave.

[@Mallorysnails]

sweet video thumbs up

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Mallory Mirenda Thank you for the very nice comment, Mallory! I appreciate you taking the time to watch! It's very nice to hear from you, my friend! -Dave

[@RebeccaCattaneo]

really beautiful video :)

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Rebecca Cattaneo Thank you for watching and leaving your very nice comment, Rebecca! I am happy that you stopped by, my friend! -Dave

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

That is the pack I had decided I was going to get. But now I saw the Teton Sport Fox 5200. I think I am going to go with that one but jeeze I still love this one. LOL Have you seen the Sport Fox 5200?

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+SouthPaw Bushcraft The Teton Sport Fox 5200 is a beautiful pack! I like it a lot! Have you checked out Teton's new line, the "Blackout" packs? If you haven't purchased the 5200 yet, check out the Blackouts. They look awesome and being Teton packs, you know they are great - www.tetonsports.com/Backpacks/backpack-main.htm#blackout. Thank you for watching, Dawn! -Dave

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

+HighCarbonSteel Love Oh yes I have I spotted those when they came out!! I would LOVE one of those but they are out of my price range right now :( Just amazing packs. I think Teton has some of the best packs for the price for sure. I sure thank you for sharing yours. You and Parker Ridge have sold me on getting one for sure!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+SouthPaw Bushcraft I would love one too but they are out of my price range, too. It too me long enough to save for the 4000 that I have..haha! Teton has excellent, high quality gear! Let me know how you like it, my friend! -Dave

[@VietNormbo]

great vid by the way man !

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+VietNormbo Thank you for the kind words, Normbo! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment! -Dave

[@mcleodharry]

Very interesting Rucksack Dave, looks like a great Pack with interesting Features...i have a lot of different Rucksacks, thats a neurosis from my time in the Army *lol* Greetings and all the Best Harry

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Highland Wanderer Thank you for watching, Harry! Nice to hear from you, my friend! I love rucksacks and backpacks and have several, as well. I like having a nice rotation. -Dave

[@mcleodharry]

+HighCarbonSteel Love the funny thing is...my first Rucksack was a medium Alice Pack which is still in a great condition...Greetings Harry

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Highland Wanderer I've had my eye on a medium alice pack w/ frame for quite some time. Maybe this summer, I will actually pull the trigger, however, do we really "need" another pack..haha! That's great to hear, Harry! -Dave

[@KIMYOKITTEN]

Enjoy your video. How long does it take you edit your videos? Really enjoy them:)

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+KIMYOKITTEN I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the video! It's takes a while to edit, depending on length and amount of editing but I enjoy it, a lot! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment! It's nice to have you here! -Dave

[@survivorjohnny44]

What a great kit brother. Is that space blanket the Grabber? I can't get the link to work.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+John “survivor johnny” Tewelow Yes, thats the Grabber all weather space blanket. Sorry the link didn't work for you, brother - www.amazon.com/Grabber-Outdoors-Original-Weather-Blanket/dp/B002CQUA3W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1460338067&sr=8-2&keywords=grabber+all+weather+blanket. I love that thing and use it all the time! Thank you for watching, my friend! -Dave

[@Theoutdoorproject80]

Great video! You look tired brother

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+omega survival Thank you for the kind words! I don't sleep very much, my friend..haha! -Dave

[@Forestwalker111]

Awesome! Loved the pack out video my friend! Cheers! You had some really good bits of kit loaded in there and it's something I admit I am always changing up and it seems to have a life of its own right? Lol Great video as always brother Be well Craig

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Forestwalker111 Thank you for the kind words, my friend! Our kits and gear always to seem to be changing and evolving through experience. It's all part of the fun! Thank you for watching, Craig! Very nice to hear from you! -Dave

[@VietNormbo]

does the council tool hatchet through as good of sparks as the boys axe ?

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+VietNormbo The CT hatchet does throw as good of sparks as the boy's axe, my friend! I will make a flint & steel fire with it in an upcoming video. I just didn't have it on me when I was doing the previous test video. Nice to hear from you, brother! -Dave

[@wildwill3336]

Hey Dave do you own the forest you camp at or is it a state forest ? Just wondering because I was wanting to get a change of scenery and go to a state forest but not sure about building fires there.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Hey Bill! I wish I owned my own forest, my friend! I shoot video from 2 different State Forests in the area. The New York State Dept Of Environmental Conservation outlines the rules of hunting, primitive camping, fires, etc...all on their website. Your state should have the same type of website with all of the guidelines and regulations. State forests have been an absolute gift to me, ever since I was a young lad. You would enjoy it a lot, Bill! -Dave

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Here is an example of the NYSDEC website primitive camping, state forest guidelines - www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7872.html -Dave

[@wildwill3336]

HighCarbonSteel Love Thanks Dave, I wanted to thank you for always replying to all the comments you get from me and all other viewers! I want you to know that I'm in the process of watching all your vids and I thumbs up all them!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

I would like to thank YOU for all of your kind words and support, Bill! I am lucky to have you here, my friend! -Dave

[@michealvega1373]

yaaaaay

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+micheal vega Thank you for watching, micheal! -Dave

[@scoutingfreegermany]

Nice review. Some people I know that use Tetons have trouble with the quality of the zippers. They say they tear or rip very easy, what is your opinion on this? Cheers, Marc

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Scouting Free Thank you for the kind words, Marc! I had heard the same about the zippers. I have had this pack for a couple of years and have never ripped or torn any part of the zippers or material. One time, the "head" of the zipper pulled off the actual "zipper" part but it was a very easy fix. Other than that one time, the zippers have been tip-top. I am relatively light with them and make sure I have pockets packed evenly before pulling the zippers and I never force them. Great question, my friend! -Dave

[@guncotton1950]

Hi Dave I have a question In Ontario I have never seen bank line do you know if we have it here and what it is called or where I can get it as it sounds very handy otherwise I use paracord - have a great day dude

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+guncotton 1 Hello, my friend! That is an excellent question and I just added link to my video description of where I get all of my #36 bankline. www.memphisnet.net/product/2245/twine-tarred-seine. I have never purchased it anywhere else. I believe the thepathfinderstore.com also carries a 1 pound roll of bankline (or tarred nylon twine or tarred mariners line), although I have never bought it from there. I use the Memphis online store because I know that it's made in the USA, its top quality and relatively inexpensive. I think you would enjoy it a lot. There are many different sizes and thickness, but I prefer #36. I prefer it over paracord because it's easy to work with and maneuver, fastens to itself really well for knots and is much less expensive than paracord. Also, #36 bankline has a 340 pound approx. break test, so I can trust it. Thank you for watching and let me know how the search goes, my friend! -Dave

[@guncotton1950]

Wow thanks Dave thats plenty of info i will see what i can find out

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

guncotton 1 Let me know how it goes, my friend! I think you will love bankline! -Dave

[@catlady8324]

I gotta axe a question...🪓 Why does everyone go out with an axe? 🪓 What’s with all the axes? 🪓 They went axe viral or what? 🪓 I stand corrected: Not everyone has an axe 4:22 this guy has TWO axes!!! 🪓🪓

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave, Yeah, Slowly I'm bringing out of rotation some tools I'll be using for the on-going colder, wet and snow weather, I had all the intentions of using my Benchmade #162 Bushcrafter, Last time I believe I brought out my Benchmade #156 CSK In D2 with Serrations, Just to see if I could make curls with Serrations. I did. But today I Christened my 17"Hultafors Bruks Agdor Hatchet as my official Bush Craft Axe(Hatchet), Don't get me wrong I think my G. B. Small Forest Axe is Aces, and my new 24" Council Wood Craft Pack Axe with the heavy duty sheath and sling is Simply TiT's, The 17" handle is still compact enough so I can still on person carry it, But It makes a pretty good short two handed Hatchet when I need to chop down a dead fall and trim and size it. Eugene on KZbin makes good leather holsters for that kind of carry, But this up-to ming week, the weather is still cool, but nice and no rain, Hip Hip Hurray, But that wouldn't stop me. But I'm defenetly taking my #162 Bushcrafter, my small knife is going to be a Weidmannshiel, The blade is a pocket knife size, a large pocket knife, I think it's a Bird and Trout Knife, But very nice in 440c. I coukd neck or belt carry it, But I'm starting to use my 3Day Backpack, Since I have a tarp and a wool blanket, plus a termo under suit, and extra socks, But basically I carry similar gear to you. Oh, I always have a Herf-A-Dor Cigar Humidor, It's water proof and I have three sizes depending on what type of trip. The boys laugh at me because they notice I like matching my cutting tools especially my cutting tools, The mask on my Hultafors matches the Sheath of my Benchmade #162 Bushcrafter, and even the Folding Saw Sheath, (one fits 3 different saws). Or I can find a place in my pack. I think I'm going to have a Molle attachment for a Hatchet on my backpack, But the 17"Hultafors Bruks Agdor Hatchet, Like I said I can carry on person even with my Canteen and a Necessities Pouch, I think we have alot of similar tastes. Keep up the great work, Job well done, Thanx.