Old School Kochanski Style Wilderness Survival Kit

Mors Kochanski loved the seven cup pot to store his survival kit in. Heres my version of it with a few updated items to cover any wilderness survival situation. I also show how it could be carried. His version was aimed towards cold weather but can be modified for other climates or environments.

[@boogaboogaboogaable]

Thanks for bringing back Mors. For people who haven't heard him. kzbin.info/www/bejne/raizioF-mtSDg5ofeature=shared His take on the survival kit.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Im glad you liked it and thanks for the link!

[@ProjektBushcraft]

For Polish bushcraft community he was a legend.

[@georgecrowe8197]

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[@angusaxeblood1080]

Was just about to share it myself.🙂

[@IFORBIDANYDATACOLLECTIONTOALL]

Your channel is truly the hidden gem of the wilderness community

[@BushcraftFlorida]

Time to blow the dust off that gem, this channel been shining to me

[@sosteve9113]

Always packed with interesting knowledge

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you!

[@moorshound3243]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 It's true over the years I keep on coming back to your videos.

[@GeorgeOrwell-yz6zx]

Do Dave is like a voice crying out in the wilderness ... about the wilderness? I'll see myself out 😊

[@scetis]

Thanks for honouring Mors and his ideas! It was great having you go through all the different items and give some history of each of the items.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it and I was happy to film this, Mors was my hero! Thanks for watching

[@BuckMckawtheotherone]

Mors also stated clearly he was a northern boreal survival instructor. There are evergreens, spruce, pine, larch, and then birch, poplar, aspen, and willow along with many mosquitoes, black flies, no-see-ums and lots of water. Mors advocated making birch bark cups, hence, a drinking vessel rather than a cup. The premise was that a typical survival scenario lasted on average of 72 hours, in which the survivor would hunker down and drink water, and stay warm (maintain core body temperature) till help arrived. He taught the smoke generator fire for signaling. Very good of you to present this. The kit was designed for air crew (RCAF and USAF) who patrolled the northern Dew Line in Alaska and the Canadian Arctic. Thank you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Buck and thanks for watching!

[@jamesbowen5573]

Exactly. That man was a legend

[@jdwilsun]

After 2 weeks bush crafting with Mors we walked in the bush 10 days allowed only; a pot made from a coffee can, a knife, fishing line, hooks, a blanket/poncho, canvass/poncho & hat. I always slept on bows under a big spruce with a long fire.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Now that's very cool to hear! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@moorshound3243]

What no whiskey?

[@matthewmaier7318]

I bet that was awesome. I would have loved to take a class of Mors'

[@KingofCrusher]

Never thought of shoving a road flare into a bear's face, but that makes total sense, lol.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

If I got a flare in the face I'd turn and run too!

[@KingofCrusher]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 bro I love that you're still right in that middle ground where you're popular but you still reply to comments, lol. Great channel.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@KingofCrusher Reading and answering comments is half the fun of doing this!

[@justincase3108]

Flare and bears …. A strategy right out of “The Long Dark” winter survival game (and wolves). I play it on Xbox -- love that game!!!

[@scottnorvell2955]

I just LOVE this channel. What a great personality. Never takes himself too seriously. Very humble but really smart and clever.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Scott!

[@asmith7876]

You have the most astonishing collection of vintage gear, rivaled only by James Bender of Waypoint Survival. What kills me is so much of this seems better than what is made today and certainly better quality....so WHY ISN'T IT STILL MADE????? Love it!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. I guess its the same old adage, people try to make things better by reinventing the wheel! Lol. Thanks for watching

[@moorshound3243]

Funny how we all rotate from the same channels.

[@l.scales7516]

The cost of the rough goods to make them up went up while the quality bottomed out.

[@wildernesshermit2126]

Never knew that difference about saw blades, thanks for teaching me something new.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome my friend and thanks for watching

[@unfi6798]

G'day mate. What you've got there is what grandad used when he was in the army. We inherited most of his stuff from the war. We do use it in the field and as old as it may be, it still wants to Rock n Roll.! Take it easy. Enjoy life. See you on the next one.! There's also a home made knife, saw & a small sickle. Dad use it whenever he goes hunting for Barramundi & Mudcrab. We love watching your show, always learning new stuff & your ideas just expand our horizon on bushcrafting & survival. Stay safe Mr. ReallyBigMonkey. Is there a story to that name? Special hello to Nick. Cheers from Australia.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello and that's awesome you have your granddad's gear! Some of the older gear I have still works but I'd hate to risk losing it. Here's a video I did on my name back in 2011 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIrTnaCZn7N3mpIsi=U8v22HRcXhqBSG1Q

[@markgibbs904]

Excellent video and much appreciated old gear. BTW Tom Royraft is his name. His pack frame, snowshoes and scarf were named Roycroft because it wasn't allowed to name anything after a person, so they changed it slightly knowing that people would recognize it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Mark and thanks for clearing that up! His last name has been the source of several arguments online over the years so it's great to hear an explanation. Thanks for watching brother

[@billcochran4072]

I never get tired of your videos Dave, your reviews are honest and detailed, one of the greatest things is you make or modify some of your equipment to best fit your needs. Your use of vintage items such as military surplus gives your viewers insight into historical camp craft and survival. Thanks for all your hard work, I really appreciate you and your son!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Bill! I love making or modifying gear and keeping it self reliant and cheap. Thanks for watching brother

[@scottmurray8679]

Old School still Holds up as Good as the new School stuff . They try to reinvent or Up grand The Old Stuff but We see in many cases Old School still Rules. When We Look Back We can see In Many cases Our teachers Were Our Grandparents Grandma One showed how to do somethings to servive and Grandpa Showed us How to do other things things On how to servive The Outdoors There at times We find A complete stranger to be a Mentor and We absorb knowledge from These Wise people. And Now Dave has become a Good Mentor for The Young People Searching for Knowledge of Bushcraft and Survival Through His Videos . And I Think That This is a Very important Thing Such as A person Learns from someone that came before them and turns and teaches it to Another By Dave's Videos it goes Out to many and in turn they will turn and teach Another! Thank You Dave for Your helpful advice and Teachings !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments Scott and well said! We are slowly creeping up on times where grandparents live in cities and no longer have outdoor skills to pass down. Im glad you like what all I do, Thanks for watching

[@leelucero4381]

Dave. OUTSTANDING. I have watched your posting for years. I am not a poster but thought I would. I have learned so much, for so long over the years and feel like I know you. Content is always right on. You are the real deal. Your delivery in perfect and the content is much appreciated. Thank you my friend. You are a true outdoorsman with much knowledge. I know it takes great effort to bring these videos to the table. Professional and FULL of content to each video you have done. Wish I lived closer. We would not get any sleep and laugh all night. Regards Lee Lucero

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments Lee and I'm glad you liked this video and all the others! I do out a lot of thought into these trying to keep them useful and interesting. Take care and thanks for watching

[@edwinklaver]

I remember you posti g about Mors Kochanski, when he passed. I spent the next few month pouring over ever one of his videos I could find.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

He was a wealth of information and a really cool guy. Thanks for watching Edwin

[@robertpesta1777]

Great Vid!! My dad gave me the gaff and spit kit along with a CG signal mirror as a kid back in late 50s. I tried to spear fish with it (No Luck). I did however recover my rowboat anchor using it as a grappling hook and burned a few chicken legs over a fire(mom would not give me a whole chicken). I still have the kit. Thanks for stirring up some fond memories..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Robert, Im glad you liked it and thats awesome you had that gaff and used it! Thanks for watching

[@thevideostump46239]

Morn'n Dave.. Dont forget Mors grew up in the woods as a kid. Then worked for Canadian Forestery Service and apllied all this in his job as he learned more techniques... Awesome vídeo and a great reminder of what you really only need!! Hoobilly

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Yep, you are correct! And he grew up as a farm kid and learned a lot there. Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@IntenseAngler]

Now that's an awesome kit right there Dave! It's definitely tough to beat the "Old School" approach for sure. The old timers really knew their stuff! And of course your additions just make it that much better 👍 Be well my Brother ✌

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks brother! I'm glad you liked it. Old school can't be beat sometimes. Those old timers spent more time in the wilderness than we do. Take care and thanks for watching brother John!

[@IntenseAngler]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Always a pleasure Dave! I couldn't agree with you more man 👍 Take care my Brother!

[@UTClans_88UT]

It's great to be one of the old timers who got to meet and speak with Mors during the old Rabbit Stick get togethers. Thanks very much for this video and all the best.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's awesome you got to meet him! I remember seeing that video about Rabbit Stick. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@PhilEvansOnline]

I really love the vintage gear. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It's hard to beat! Thanks for watching Phil!

[@TressaZimmerman]

No matter how many times I watch your videos I always find them interesting and informative. Thanks Dave

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Tressa!

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

All smart and functional items. Mors was the Man! I always fold over the ends of anything taped, to form a tag end, to make it easier to grab and unravel taped items. Makes all the difference. I'll give you that one for free! Lol! Great video Sir! Thanks for sharing your broad knowledge with us all!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. You are right about that tag end on the tape. I figured since it was blue painters tape it would come off easily. I guess not! Lol. Thanks for watching brother

[@xibowhunter]

What a great video. I’ve always liked the old school packs and gadgets. This just shows how all the old ways are still relevant today.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and I agree, old school still works!

[@CJ-bb2gs]

I live in rural Australia and am no stranger to being out in the bush.. But I have learned so much from your videos over a few years.. Keep them coming mate..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that my friend! I try my best to post useful information

[@gunterbecker8528]

Ahhhh u here again ,now my weekend is complete! As always informative n interesting to the end,thaks Dave! 😊

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Gunter! Have a great weekend and thanks for watching

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

Apart from the knowledge, Dave is genuinely one of the most amiable and pleasant bush-crafting guys on KZbin. Vintage kit is always fascinating, it reflects the thinking of the time and the expected capabilities of the people who were meant to use it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you!

[@ChatGPT1111]

I've seen one more amiable, but he was less pleasant. Downright ornery in fact I reckon.

[@Kinetic.44]

This is what a REAL survival kit looks like, not that altoid tin canteen cup crap! One suggestion, put the contents of the pot in a trash bag or pillow case so it's not all loose when you take them out to use the pot, but I guess you can just dump it in the carry pouch. Also, you could bring the inside of the pot lid to a mirror polish with some mothers for a built in signal mirror, if it's stainless steel and not tin. That gaff hook kit is very impressive for packing so small I never seen one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Mors always stuffed the pot then dumped the contents into the ditty bag but I do like your idea too

[@ebony5766]

I just love this channel! Fun with Dave in the basement bunker!!😀

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you like it that much!

[@jeffwelsh1185]

Hey Dave, The tan web belt and brass buckle is a Marine Corps uniform belt for field and dress uniforms. The tin can opener is what comes in the Australian military rations. It is a combination can opener/small spoon. A friend of mine in the Marines had one he got in Australia when on a west pac float with the Navy for 6 months. They did some training with the Australian military. Thanks for the video, and the survival content is great.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Jeff! Im glad you liked it and Thanks for watching Brother

[@scottmorton5379]

Good content. My old great generation mother would say you were”common as dirt””, her way of saying” down to earth. “Definitely a compliment.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Scott! Growing up in the south I know that's a good compliment!

[@badbadbob1]

I carried a pot like that in my work van for three years till I retired. I carried a way to heat water for coffee or hot bath a can of stew for a meal. No cleanup if you keep the stew in the can and boil water till hot. A spoon and fork as well as 3-in-one instant coffee mix. Now it is in my boat kit for a emergence meal.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very cool to hear that Bob! Sounds like a multi use item

[@comicbooksgalore8582]

I remember watching your videos more than ten years ago; I'm glad you're still making content.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for all the views and support my friend! Hopefully I'll be making videos for another 10 to 20 years

[@elaineoutdoors9581]

Great video! Mors Kochanski was a truly gifted survivalist, one of a kind! You have some really cool old treasures!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Yep, there will never be another Mors! Thanks for watching

[@mnmikeoutdoors8595]

Great video, Dave. I love the old school. Mors Pot. Kit. To protect the edge of the blade in your belt I use plastic molding that can be bought to protect the edge of car doors, bought at O’Reillys. You can get a gimlet online, especially from Dan of Coal Cracker Bushcraft for the drillbit. Like you, I’ve made my own. The blade can also be coiled and put inside the pot. I would add leatherwork gloves if you have the room inside the pot.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for all the info!

[@danslab8402]

good stuff , thank you for honoring Mors, tactical comment and love your cave man !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it! Mors was my hero. Thanks for watching

[@rawpraisehorn]

Brings back memories, went through the tough ESAR Pacific Northwest Search and Rescue training with nothing but my belt mounted survival gear . The first couple of sessions the instructors were a little skeptical , by the end of the training they were impressed. Finally just before the final session one of them said “ OK we are convinced, you have worked it out to have everything you need , however you don’t have anything extra to help a ‘subject’ with .” . So the last session I carried a small backpack with a couple of extra coats in it for a ‘subject’ , along with my regular belt mounted survival stuff . Over a period of a number of years all of my sons as well as some of my grand sons and granddaughters went through the training as well . Wonderful character development , plus skills that help give them self reliance . This was an excellent video , I subscribed to your channel after watching it .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing that and I love that you showed them it can be done with minimal gear. Thanks for the sub and thanks for watching

[@gmanana3627]

Thanks Dave, really good video as usual. Love that old school stuff. Containers with clear lids nice.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@negolfman]

Thanks for posting this, It's a good tribute to Mors. Think I would keep it old school and add a set of slingshot bands, ball bearings, small flask of alcohol, small opera binoculars, lenses or magnifying glass, bow string, bandannas and small amount of food: bouillon cubes, canned beans, honey, lentils and rice, canned tuna, tobacco and pemmican. Cheers 🍻

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and those are some good additions

[@dorlajacobson3077]

We loved seeing all the old school items!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@justjackfromsc]

Thanks Dave. Great ideas. God bless. You are bringing the cool in old school.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it! May God bless you too and thanks for watching

[@rubenskiii]

I just made a whole cookset from just cans and now it's finished i'm gonna treat myself to this video and probably face palm a couple of times because of all the useful information that this video probably contains that would have come in handy while making the set. Oh well, if i only "learned" from people through KZbin i would never get anything done myself. Thanks for all your video's, incredible how long you've been around on this platform and still going strong. Warm greetings from the Netherlands🇳🇱!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Funny thing, old school Mors himself advocated making cooksets and mini stoves all out of old cans! So you're thinking is right on track. I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching my friend

[@ColinNew-pf5ix]

Thumbs up 👍 as always Dave. Thank you for taking us into another era to the past and for respecting Mors.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Mors is gone but not forgotten! Thanks for watching Colin

[@WORRO]

Brother Dave, this was a dern good video. I appreciate your time. Always some advice to take away. Thumbs-up video~John.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother John! I'm glad you liked it and as always thanks for watching!

[@normanmallory2055]

I remember a bunch of that old schools stuff back in the 60’s ! Neat kit really !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Norman! I'm glad you liked it

[@user-lf7op6iv8e]

I listen to your videos while falling asleep a lot. Don’t get me wrong. I also watch them at later times. But I have bad panic attacks. Medication doesn’t help. But certain topics in videos on KZbin like yours and a few others help escape that prison. N I thank you. Please new doing what you’re doing

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad to hear the videos help! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching my friend

[@zRockin1]

Hi Dave, love that you mentioned using the auger, a very underestimated tool for survival imo. Rock On!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Definitely an under used tool, itll put a hole in wood five times faster than a knife! Thanks for watching brother

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. It's good to see you again. Thank you for sharing this informative video. Mors would be proud of you. With that kit, you are set for just about any emergency in the outdoors. Always stay safe out there. 😊

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello from Georgia Ronald and I'm glad you liked it! I'd love to know Mors was happy his teachings are still alive and being used. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@ronaldrose7593]

Keep up your great work and always! Stay safe out there.

[@mevsm1]

Grandson will be receiving as much as I can put together for his summertime birthday.

[@davidturner3014]

Loved the Coffee Pot trick. "Fire water"... Put the "stuff" inside the berry picker... Tip: "Honey Hole" Funnel. Put four pieces of dog food in a Minnow Trap. Leave the (Legal) trap in the hole. Build two "funnels" with the rocks in the stream... pointing towards the "Honey Hole". One upstream pointing downstream. One downstream pointing upstream. The minnow trap in the middle for bait, crayfish... Small fish... Attract bigger fish. The "Honey Hole" always has something... Salad with that? Remember, chase all the "fish" from upstream downstream. Flipping and turning rocks along the way. And the "fish" from downstream upstream... Into the "Honey Hole".

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it David and thanks for the comments!

[@TennesseeMtnMan]

Really enjoyed this one Dave !!! 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that and Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@spaceboypoogie]

Great video, and I apologize if I ever Outbid you on FleaBay: nothing personal. I've been a "Student" of Les Stroud and Ray Mears for Decades, and discovered you a few years back. You turned me on to Mors Kochanski, and I thank you so much. I'm always on the lookout for the perfect "10 C's" vessel, and appreciate the McGyver ingenuity of past Adventurers, from common items. I'll be designing my kit around a Titanium pot, etc., to celebrate turning (40.) As a "Student," I noticed that your "Crushproof Container" for Matches, can also be used as a Reflective Signal Mirror. 😊 Take care, and thank you for everything you do, and may your Son be protected whilst serving his Country and its Citizens.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked the video and that's awesome we have the same heroes of bushcraft and survival! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@carlcarlamos9055]

Back in the ‘50’s, ‘40’s? the bow saw blades for the red Craftsman bow saws from Sears came rolled up when they were mail ordered. This was for 42”, 36”, etc. saws. They were rolled up tight enough that they would fit in your pot. I have some spares that were my Grandfather’s. Thanks for a very good video. Take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Mors always mentioned coiling up bow saw blades but, he said it could be quite dangerous getting them out and uncoiled. Lol. Thanks for watching

[@Mike-yl6hs]

Thanks Dave! Great vid!! Another use for that road flare is to keep PEOPLE away from you- crowd control. Five minutes is NOT a lot of time. m

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Mike and I'm glad you liked it. That's definitely another really good use for a flare!

[@ShinjitsuKK]

Hey! Nice to see an upload from you mate 👍 If your stuck for ideas, think about Flat Head and the old days 👍👍 I miss your stories mate 😜👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I was afraid people would get tired of hearing about them old guys, I'll try to bring up stories more often. Thanks for watching my friend

[@jeffrichards5106]

Great video, Dave. The Mors old school kit is interesting to see it all together, thanks. I like your antique spit, spear and gaff kit. That's really cool. Never seen those before. Take care 👍🏻

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jeff, I'm glad you liked it. I love showing old gear like this. Thanks for watching

[@Prepping802]

Morning Dave. Jumped off another video cause I got ur notification. Ur one of the greatest. Hope all is well with you n Nick.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Marcus! All is well here, Nick and I are just working too much. We need more free time. Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@albedo0.392]

THE BEST OUTDOOR CHANNEL...NO BS

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you!

[@davidhuster2700]

Thanks for another cool video. Ive subscribed for a couple years, but im literally sitting at my coffee table planning a walk/camp trip from Cincinnati to Chicago.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That sounds like a very exciting trip David! Good luck, enjoy the coffee and thanks for watching

[@canastasiou68]

Hi David, that funky can opener, was standard in Australian army ration packs,there is a Swedish bushcraft man that carries a bowsaw blade rolled up in his cooking pot. Cheers from Australia

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info and Thanks for watching

[@maxpinson5002]

Those camouflage pouches are from what we've always called a "dove belt " The larger one is in the back for your birds, and 2 smaller pouches to either side on a nylon ( or polyester) belt with a fastex type buckle I have a new one sitting right here that I bought from wallyworld more than a decade ago. Still has the clearance price tag of $7.00 on it Very useful as is as well

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Max! What were the side pouches for? Ammo?

[@maxpinson5002]

Yes Shotgun shells or a pack of peanut butter and crackers

[@jameshayden5053]

Great video Buddy! I never thought about the difference in the Blade's. Thanks for sharing this. 👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks James! I'm glad you liked it brother!

[@jameshayden5053]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 🤝

[@ANNOTTO]

Dave I've been a sub of yours ever since your survival vacation series over 10 years ago. I've learned a ton from you and wanted to reach out and tell you how amazing your content has been. It's been incredible hearing and seeing Nick grow up. Appreciate you brother💯

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! That's fantastic to hear that and I'm glad you've liked my channel for so long!

[@shauncarl9535]

Great video. I love old stuff.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Shaun

[@randybeeson3424]

I'm thinking the bow saw blade could be rolled along the inside of the pot. And instead of wing nuts just use a couple keyrings? Great video Dave and good thinking on the road flare for old school bear protection.

[@sharzadgabbai4408]

KZbin channel Swedwoods has seversl biwsaw builds. He stores his bkade in a pot and makes simple toggles to secure the blade. My issue is the blade gas to be handled carefully or it uncoils on you and can bite. Chris

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Yes, some coil it up inside the pot but getting it out of the pot without a serious injury concerns me! Key rings would hold but the blade would allow the frame to flex. Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Randy

[@randybeeson3424]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 not disagreeing with you just offering some alternatives I've seen. It's your show you do it the way you like best.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@randybeeson3424 I always appreciate the input Randy.

[@alanbierhoff6831]

Hey David! The Four Dog Stove “Mors Pots” were actually manufactured by a company called Open Country (for Four Dogs) and they closed down their camp cooking products manufacturing. That’s what caused the end of those pots. You can occasionally find a non Anodized, plain aluminum version of the pot on fleabay under the Open Country name. Open Country predominantly made those pots as percolator coffee pots under their name.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear from you Alan and thanks for that info! I never knew that. Oh, Ill be at the Blade show again this year after not going for the past 6 years. Take care and thanks for watching Brother!

[@BillHalliwell]

G'day Dave, Great to see you on KZbin. I've been a subscriber for years now and this is the first video I've seen from you in a dog's age. Probably the 'algorithm’s fault. Anyway, I'd like to tell you about a very similar system that was used in outback Australia way back even before WW1. Bushmen back then never referred to their gear as a 'survival kit' because every 'normal' day in the bush was a survival situation. The metal can is virtually the same to ours, only bushmen called it a 'Billy' and it was designed to make tea, not coffee. Usually, there was no pouring spout but some did have them. Generally, they were about 6 or 8 cup capacity with a wire carry handle and a lid. Inside the Billy went all the other Bushman's gear like tea, sugar, bacon slabs were popular wrapped in 'wax paper'. Then a knife or two; a spoon or fork, bandages, light rope (well before the time of paracord) and sometimes some 'tarred' cordage when waterproofing was needed. The ‘Billy’ and its gear could have a light canvas bag, or 'Dilly Bag' to keep dirt or 'bulldust' out of your gear. Larger items like a made-up bedroll and basic clothing items were rolled up and tied. This went inside a long piece of canvas that served as a ground sheet or a shelter on the rare occasions it rained. Either slung around the waist or neck or across the back of your saddle if going by horse. These bushmen or 'Swagmen' were itinerate workers with various skills from sheep shearing, timber cutting etc. to general farm work. Going back even before the Boer War, at the start of the 1900s, there were hundreds, or more, of these blokes roaming around, living off the land and the farmers that gave them seasonal work. Come time for the 'Great War' many Australian 'Swagmen' joined 'Light Horse' regiments as most were experienced horsemen who could look after themselves in the roughest of terrain and conditions. By the way, that item on the keyring you pointed out is an old-style military issue tin and bottle opener and the flat, slightly curved end is supposed to be a spoon. Only just useful, it was better than nothing. The little hole at one end, if held close to one eye, will show you that when a man's torso fills that hole, he is around 300 yards away; a normal shot for a .303 military rifle that were used in both World Wars by British Commonwealth countries, including Australia. (There was one of these strange ‘spoons’ issued to me in my survival kit when I joined the Air Force in the early 1970s. I still have it.) Most men who lived off the bush wore hats with wide brims to keep the sun off their heads and faces. The reason Australian Army and other ADF hats have, to this day, one side turned up or 'slouched', was because the .303 rifles got in the way of the hats while doing drill and shouldering arms to carry. In the Air Force, oddly, most of the hats, fur felt were not 'slouched', I don't know why even though I've been trying to find out for many years. Some say it was because the RAAF got issued the shorter 'carbine' version of the .303. When I was in the RAAF, we used the L1A1 SLR weapon which just fitted in underneath our hats, fur felt, without a slouch. I have my original hat, fur felt and there is no clip on the brim or the side of the hat that makes a ‘slouch’ attachment. In the Army, officers up to the rank of Colonel don’t have their wide brim hats ‘slouched’, although they can be as the slouch clips are on their hats. Worn in Dress mode, say at a parade, their hats are not slouched because they wear a sword and a side arm and don't carry rifles. I forgot to mention that Army Light Horse regiments attach Emu feathers behind their slouch, this, apparently, was a thing done in the early part of WW1 when they were formed and today some tank and motorised regiments still wear Emu feathers in their dress slouch hats. Thank you, Dave, for a very interesting video. It's fascinating to see how different folks approach survival and I reckon for many occasions 'old school' is better because this gear has been proven to be useful over many decades. I hope the KZbin algorithm does the right thing and sends me more of your videos. Cheers, mate. All the best from Tasmania. Bill H.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for sharing that info Bill!

[@danholmblad9925]

Love your show. They were more better at survival than we would ever be. Keep up the awesome work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Dan, I'm glad you liked it. Them old school guys really knew the outdoors

[@yakfishin4912]

That thing is way more than 7 cups right?

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I think its rated for boiling 7 cups but might hold more.

[@eliot1970]

You will indeed, see me in the next one Dave. Thanks for another great video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Eliot and thanks for watching

[@johnnyharperscoutstable5386]

This is awesome. Can’t believe you got this stuff. It’s vintage. Reminds me of when I got into my dad’s stuff from Eagle Scouts and stuff from the Vietnam war. Wish I would’ve kept all that stuff. Real history but still relevant today. Proves as well that things were made better back then 🐸🍺🔪🔥

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Ah man, any time we get gear passed down we really need to keep it! Thanks for watching

[@george344]

Have a Mora from the 50’s or 60’s, came as part of a Swedish Army Medic’s Aid Bag. Then, have one I ordered in the 90’s after seeing Finns carrying them in Bosnia when I served there. Along with newer ones, a good design just lasts. Enjoyed your presentation, keep it going. Principles always remain, while technology may improve materials, it won’t change a good design.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for sharing that George! Amazing how long the design of a Mora has been around. I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching

[@george344]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 good designs last a long time. Funny how after getting the ‘latest & greatest’, we often go back to the ‘tried and true’. Opinel & Victorinox are back in my pockets as well. I still have my old army canteens and their cups, and you can’t forget the Army mess kit spoon. Not only will you get a great big spoonful of soup, but you can dig a bunker with that sucker.

[@kurts64]

Great video! The Billy can was the staple of old school Aussie swagmen as well. I like your addition of the second cup, always nice to have a proper cup. That Spit and Gaff kit was cool, suprised it doesn't come with a frog gig end too. Awesome vid, cheers👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Kurt and I'm glad you liked it. Good point, I think a small frog gig could have fit in there too. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@meldeweese6875]

Mtn Mel back ! Mors and I were among the 7 - 10 Inst in 1995 at the International Survival Inst Conf. In Sweden ( Thanks to the King & Capt Falt .) Trained 17 countries = great Comradeship by all !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Now that is awesome! I've never been to Sweden but I'd sure like to

[@pueblodove]

I love the spear set up, and the belt saw set up!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it!

[@ivechang6720]

You are the Bob Ross of Bushcraft imo.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks!

[@sebastianwapniarski2077]

Unintentional ASMR.

[@cloudsrain8753]

Super duper video Dave! Always waiting every week for another one. That one was very old school and simple tools to have. Liked it a lot!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@cloudsrain8753]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 💗❤

[@brianlykins6663]

Thanks , Dave, for a great video. There are some very good items in your kit. All the folks that do and teach bushcraft, like you, have all said the same thing. A survival kit is not a camping kit. It should be part of a camping / hiking kit. Now, once you have a survival kit put together, use it to see what needs to be added / deleted. By using the kit, even if only in the wildest part of your backyard, you're going to find out what you know and what you need to learn. Two things, all the equipment won't help if you don't know how to use it and knowing how to do everything won't help if you don't have the right gear. You've got to have the gear and practice, practice, practice how to use it. Some people can get by with a very minimal kit, some people could survive if they had a suitcase full of gear. That is where the practice and learn part comes in. I love y'alls videos and your sharing your knowledge with us. Thank you, and thank your family for sharing your time with us. God bless y'all, and stay safe on your adventures.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brian, Im glad you liked it. and very well said! If you are going to carry and rely on a kit it should be used and tested. And try to be proficient with it. You wouldnt want to spear a fish of build a bow saw frame for the first time when in a bad situation.Thanks for watching and may god bless you too!

[@1leg956]

Hi bigmonkey love the knowledge info and I love the gear room it's what every man should have or strive for so cool peace and love from 1 leg uk England

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it 1leg! The Gear room is definitely my favorite room! Thanks for watching

[@dinksoutdoors1818]

Great video dave! Just can't beat old skool stuff these days the good stuff is a thing of the past sad sad sad

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Yep, very sad we are bombarded with gimmicky survival items. Old school still rocks!

[@tanjarott7535]

That was fun and interesting! Thanks for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@michael-outdoors]

Thanks David for sharing, let us enjoy live. All the best from over the Atlantic, Michael

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it Michael and Im always happy to share!

[@richschwartz8004]

You've got some great older finds for your kit. The Ray light company was only about an hour from my house. Thank you so much for sharing with us. God bless and stay safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's very cool you lived near the company! Thanks for watching Rich and may God bless you too

[@dalesmyth7398]

All of my stuff is old, but works for me. My saw is a Wyoming break down saw, it all fits in a pouch on a belt. It has a wood blade, and bone blade.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Dale

[@clivedunning4317]

That can opener "thing" is a Australian Army F.R.E.D. (Field Ration Eating Device), now copied by many manufacturers. Used to be in every ration pack. Great video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Clive and I'm glad you liked the video!

[@venturabushcraft5916]

Your videos are always so fun. Thanks for the show Dave. 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you like them!

[@nobodyisprfct]

Thank you for making this video! I always learn something new and you have neat ideas. Thanks for sharing your ideas. I am glad you’re able to explain things so I can understand. I recently learned that M.i.T discover you can use pine tree branches to filter water. I am glad you still make these videos. Interesting thing about tape. I have been using gorilla tape to hold together my front bumper so it doesn’t fall off on freeway. Even winter time with the snow it held up good. Using tape just until I can afford to fix the problem. These newer cars don’t seem to use bolts anymore. At any rate thanks again for teaching and sharing ideas.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for the comments. I've heard good things about Gorilla tape but haven't tried it yet. If it'll hold on a bumper then I need to get a roll!

[@adamstevenson2485]

Great video Dave. I watched it while I was making dinner. I’m going to have to replay it again and write a list of the supplies in that kit.👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Adam, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@disco0752]

Fascinating as usual Professor and Chef Dave! Thanks!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@barrybrum]

Began my camping, hiking, and backpacking as a young teenager back in the sixties. You just brought back some fond gear memories. Thanks for the video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's great to hear that Barry and thanks for watching!

[@jeffcarter3139]

You are my go to guy. What a wealth of knowledge Tennessee

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you so much Jeff!

[@Robertssurvivalsystems]

Awesome video. That old school stuff always seems to work best.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Robert! Yep, it worked then and still works now. Thanks for watching brother

[@RolandForest]

Great to see another one of your videos. Wonderful look at old true great. The belt was brilliant

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Roland! I'm glad you liked it my friend

[@friend757]

Love watching your videos!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that!

[@peterslabinger6221]

Great video. A road flare is a great survival tool. You can start fire in the rain with it. A signal device. And bear defense. Multi purpose.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely! It's the most under utilized multi use device there is. Thanks for watching Peter

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Davey, You Sure Have A Treasure Trove Of Items Shared Really Enjoyed This Video Thanks Buddy ! Hay Nick ! ATB T God Bless

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Have gear will travel. Lol. I'm glad you liked it Terry and Nick says Heeyoo. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@mathewhenderson5757]

Solid video. Excellent content for the community. Another fun and informative post

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Mathew, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@tmo7734]

Hey Dave, hope all is well. It's always a pleasure hearing from you and Nick. Hope everything is well at your end of the woods.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

All is well here and thanks for watching my friend!

[@gud2go50]

Nice setup! Nothing cheesy about it.😊

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it

[@James-ke5sx]

That was interesting. It made me remember that I have two of those belt pouches and now I wonder where they are. They're cheaper Chinese ones but they have tie down Buckle straps and the velcro. Now I got to try to remember where I put them. Here We Go Again folks. What's also interesting about your videos is that we get to Snoop all the eye candy in the background. I like to watch these type of videos not to learn how to live out in the wilderness but these ideas can be applied if you are in a blackout emergency or Urban disaster. Canada.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks James, I'm glad you liked it. And I agree, always be prepared even for an urban type disaster. Thanks for watching

[@Backwoodz86]

Man what a great set up. This is for sure my favorite gear video you have done. Awesome awesome knowledge!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it that much! Thanks for watching