My Thoughts, Rambling And Gear Talk 2021

[@shannonandsheila1403]

You are the mad scientist/Genius of Bushcraft. You are the best Dave

[@leggaschmegga4657]

Soon he's gonna create his own Machete Frankenstein lmao

[@leggaschmegga4657]

Was only half a minute in, we already got our Franken shelter so Machete Frankenstein is not that far fetched

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! Its an honor!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@leggaschmegga4657 Lol! Good idea!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@leggaschmegga4657 Ah, you noticed!

[@tag1462]

Who here thinks Dave's house is just one big ol gear room?

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Ah just the basement!

[@dongarrett6228]

If its just in the basement.... he must be married....

[@kcherrick2627]

@@sebastianwapniarski2077 I get the extra bedroom. Well I did until my son wanted to move in there. 😐 now he gets to stare at my wall of death all night. 😂

[@ped832]

While I can't afford everything Dave has, when it comes to machetes and knives I will soon need to rent storage.

[@ronalddunne3413]

@@dongarrett6228 I'm bettin he isn't married..

[@erinowl4407]

The video put a much needed smile on my face and cheer in my heart. Thank you. I love your shelter videos: Really Big Monkey in a Snake Pit or FrankenShelter in a Gille Suite ........ who would understand ....? :-)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Erin! I'm glad you liked it and all the other stuff! Thanks for watching

[@BumbleBeeJunction]

Good to see you laughing in the gear room and looking forward to 2021 ! Love the new gear ! Excited to see the new shelters ! Hang tough brother ! Better days are ahead, for sure !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Brother I gotta laugh to keep from crying! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@alfr1]

Pop taught me to coat my coffee pot and other things like a small pot with liquid soap ( On the outside of the container). as it made the smoke stain wash off easily.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's a great idea if you want to keep em clean. I just let mine develop a hard black coating. Mors Kochanski said once that blackened coating sped up the boiling process. Thanks for watching my friend

[@always10poundsover56]

Used it daily at Philmont. Remember leave it 1 inch from edge so it doesn't get near food.

[@CrimeVid]

Correct, boy scout trick.

[@1banjrpkr]

Right on man! 👍 Respect families and the stories of their hearts. Love your channel!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@laniherrin7589]

Every time I start to feel like I need my Dave "fix", I get on You Tube, and you're there with another great video. Thanks for sharing the story of Ray's axe, again, it's a great way to keep his memory alive. As usual, I'm looking forward to the many videos you'll be doing and posting, this year.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Lani! Plenty more happy times in store for 2021. Take care and thanks for watching

[@oferbechor1579]

THANK YOU Dear Dave your love for bushcraft and camping is really an inspiration to me THANK YOU

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ofer, I'm glad you like what all I do! Thanks for watching

[@mikeboone4425]

Dave just got of the phone with Ontario And was told No they have not stopped making the SP53 the will be back in stock late February or the first of March . Great video .Happy Trails

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's great to hear Mike!

[@yellowdeer7163]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 So Dave, is the SP 53 still your favorite? I bought one maybe 2 or 3 years ago.

[@xlandoutdoors4077]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 that ghillie suit is awesome. And thanks for more backstory on Ray’s axe. What a great story. Here’s to a safe 21.

[@tikkidaddy]

Oh thank goodness!😂

[@tikkidaddy]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Hey Brother is that the Tsvara Skrema 240 or 200 in the video? Thanks!

[@jamessotherden5909]

Always enjoy watching you in the gear room. Looking forward to you and Nick getting outdoors again.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks James, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@tylerberry2476]

Respect for Ray and his dad you're a really good dude I appreciate that Good to see this reminds me of my dad.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Tyler!

[@kenhughes4715]

I really enjoyed this as I do all your videos. Looking forward to the new shelter videos. I hope 2021 is better for everyone. You helped make 2020 more bearable and I thank you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ken, I'm glad you liked this one and all the others! Thanks for watching and a happy 2021 to you too!

[@curt46oct]

i like the stories you tell us. thank you and stay healthy.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you like em Curt!

[@richardthompson6406]

Your videos always brings a smile and a wealth of knowledge with them. The story’s are great. The gear reviews are the best. The only thing I don’t like is that you don’t make enough of them. I could watch you every day. I know it’s hard when your working all the time. Stay safe and keep those videos coming. Thanks for helping us coupe threw these times. Bye from Oregon

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Richard and I'm glad you like them! Believe me, I'd love to be able to make a lot more. Thanks for watching

[@guywpacot754]

Dave, you always make my week. Thanks for a wonderful distraction from all the crap that's going on right now.

[@thankmelater1254]

Yes! I felt better when I saw the video was up. The story of Ray's Axe and the way to wrap the lanyard for your machete grip were told again and both are memorable for me. Thank you Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Guy!

[@gregknight293]

......Thanks for the update on Ray's axe...thank you for keeping it and Ray's family in such high regards. Your shows always of great interest..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Greg and I'm glad you liked it

[@LizzieWestBathandBody]

Good Morning love the gear! Looking forward to seeing the bug out shelter! You reviews are spot on!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Elisabeth! I'm glad you liked it. Thats gonna be a fun shelter, Thanks for watching

[@snaponjohn100]

I totally love your rambling gear videos! It’s 3:30am and I am still up watching this. Gif bless you. John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Brother John! I'm glad you liked it now get some sleep. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@skyjac92]

Great stuff Dave! Always appreciate your chats. Getting ready to take my family to the Smoky Mountains for a long weekend. Great way to kick off 2021. Looking forward to what you’ll be doing this year.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Mike and I'm glad you liked it! Have fun in the Smokies and I hope you see some snow!

[@skyjac92]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 we had snow today in the Smoky’s. 👍🏻😊

[@shannonmurphy9790]

Thanks so much for another nice video. I always enjoy when you have a new post :) The additional words about Ray's ax were really touching. I agree - the ax has a good home with you! May you be blessed more than you ever could have imagined in 2021.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Shannon and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and you have a great 2021!

[@OzMan9989]

I saw “rambling” in the title and I knew it would be a good video!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Thanks!

[@snaponjohn100]

I just watched it again! I can’t get enough of your videos man. I too love your rambling Gear videos. God bless you brother. John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Brother John! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother

[@jackkennedy_1963]

Dave, great vid. You can use the Arcturus Survival Blanket pouch as a "cozy" into which you slip your heated pouch meal (Mountain House, etc.) to insulate it and keep it warm.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jack, I'm glad you liked it and that's a good idea!

[@trynsurviven2440]

I’m looking forward to seeing your shelter videos. Happy New Year and stay safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for watching and a Happy New year to you too!

[@billkincer4256]

I had a K bar back in the 70s with a 10-in blade. Tough ass knife I wish I had it now

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh I hear ya Bill, that is one tough knife!

[@tikkidaddy]

That "big brother" with actual useable serrations in a place where you can actually use em is interesting

[@chipchaffee2416]

I think it’s great that you saved the axe!! And shared the back story . Way to go Dave !!!! Thanks for another great video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I saw the cheap axe and picked it up just as a spare. After hearing the story I absolutely had to keep it and use it! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching Chip

[@bigcountry5045]

HHEEEYYYYY Dave, just what we need is a Davesquatch running around the woods... that should be real funny to watch, cant wait for that !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Heeeyyy Kerry! I needed a brown ghille suit. Too much green looks like a swamp Monster. Lol.

[@JPerridew]

I don't even understand why, but I could listen to this all day. Really dig your work!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Jack!

[@Traderjoe]

Just think, that guilly suit can count as a “face covering” for entry into stores 😷🤪

[@bumstudios8817]

😂 it might be time to have some fun with this plandemic

[@GODANMEDIA]

Lol. Good one

[@1fanger888]

Good idea. I always walk into a store with my camo head net I used for deer hunting and I cut out the top and wear it around my neck so I can just pull it up to my nose if I have to.

[@chiefredbird7315]

@@1fanger888 ? Why do you HAVE TOO?

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Really? Ill have to try that. Lol

[@geraldthompson6904]

Awesome Dave , 1st video of the year makes me happy , greetings to you & the family , L@@king forward to watching you having fun in the woods many thanks for all you do, AWESOME greetings from the UK

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Gerald and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and greetings from Georgia in the USA!

[@binsonbunch2715]

I have a couple of those Arcturus blankets. Those little bags are pretty good for keeping your brews or food cold.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good thinking!

[@pamelafrancis6086]

Thanks Dave, my Saturday nite entertainment was this video. I enjoy your stories very much

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Pamela and I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@fatandfurious5940]

The new breed of ghillie sasquatch has now fun in the woods... Loved that vidéo thank you!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, thanks! I'm glad you liked it

[@kathleenalarid1150]

That ghillie suit part cracked me up. Like a kid opening up a Christmas present.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, it made me laugh during editing! Thanks for watching Kathleen

[@redsorgum]

I haven’t been able to get a haircut because of the lockdown, now I have my own built-in Ghillie suit.🤪🤪 I bought one knife the United Cutlery, the timber rattler western outlaw Bowie knife, for twenty bucks, it’s a beast.

[@tomcatt998]

i got 2 of the usmc force recon (machete) i haven't been easy on em and they have been holding up real good,, they surprised me, for the $ i didn't expect them to hold up

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I need a ghille tent!

[@lino5167]

Loved the laughs after saying "We got matching gilly suits". Fun in the Woods treading the fine line between tactical and histerical. Much love from Argentina. Stay safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I had a lot of laughs with this

[@flashforce699]

In that suit with the hood on you looked like Swamp Things little brother walking into the Barber Shop to get a cut lol .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Man they're gonna love me next Halloween

[@Reaperc-wp6xg]

After 2 or 3 accounts over 5 year i never get tired of your content and "hello everbody" intro

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that!

[@cobrakillingfrog646]

Love the fact that you still refer to it as Rays Ax and respect the history of that ax still (yep, I saw the other video). Really honorable that you do that.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, It will always be his in my mind. Thanks for watching

[@dennisthurman8161]

Thanks brother and happy new year,we always enjoy your videos and honesty.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Dennis, Happy new year to you too and thanks for watching

[@WessexBladesHandMadeKnives]

Really enjoyed your thoughts!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it. Always great to hear from you

[@yvonnepaulovicqueen1677]

love the story of Ray's ax. I love when special stuff comes to me. At my age special stuff comes to me in the form of your story. Enjoy life it passes very quickly. Peace my friend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Yvonne, I'm glad you liked the story!

[@yvonnepaulovicqueen1677]

I remembered you showing your knives and machets a while back. I do like to buy blanks and put handles on them my self. I go to Ragnarock forge or Mora to get quality blanks but no way can I get a quality hacker by building it my self at my age. So I took your suggestion, and I do mean suggestion and sent off for an ontairo p-53. My daughter and I go camping still so that will come in handy. I remember as a kid I had what seemed like a fifteen pound ww1 trench machete and I remember hacking away bushes and logs it was fun. Long gone though. Learned how not to take off a leg. It was dull from most likly hitting rocks so if it didhit my leg it would hurt but that hurt taught me how not to do it again. Later in life I hand split all the winters wood supply. I loved splitting wood. use to cut and split about five cords .When I lived up Vermont it was fifteen cords but we had wood cook stoves as well. I didn't split those fifteen cords. We bought that wood already split. I like making kindling. Kind of a meditation for me. Well thanks for listening to my ramble. Stay safe. peace

[@sovbo101]

Happy New Year Dave and Nick! You had me choking up with Ray's ax story. I am glad you are doing well and only working to death and not Covid-19 to death. I am going to go get tested today for the Covid. I think I got it. Anyway, I spent about a week being sicker than I have ever been in my life. I have been careful, so not sure, but I couldn't get out of bed for 4 days and then just sick feeling day after day. I am on the mend now and feel OK. Your videos keep me positive. Thank you sir. Peace brother. Hi Nick!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Happy New year Steve and man if you have Covid good luck. I've seen some that it was a breeze to get through and two guys I knew had to stay in the hospital. Take care and thanks for watching

[@maryspeight2840]

Best thing to date, so far in 2021. Really enjoy your content, and easy going approach . This is just what we need in the coming year. Wishing you peace and prosperity in the days, weeks, and months ahead. Guy Speight

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Guy! I'm glad you liked it that much! Let's have a great 2021

[@ydargkeeton4167]

AWESOME SHOW, I LOVE THE NEW STUFF, IM ON IT😁

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@brianwofford3831]

Great video, thanks for putting in the time to film and edit it. I especially enjoyed you showing the new emergency blanket. I will look that up. I enjoy the video on a cold snowy morning here in middle Tennessee.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brian, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@theraven5935]

Someday someone will get a heart attack of these guilly suits. Try to imagine in time of dawn someone jumplng through rhe forests wearing one of these things and grandma Walton comes along. And this new machete looks more like its been made for the henchman. Fazit: Gullie suit and machete would make a great costume for halloween.

[@tomcatt998]

Watch the Texas bushman,,, funny as can B just 2 C how many people he scares with his gillie suit set up

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@tomcatt998 Ill take a look!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! I figure Nick and I can play hide n seek with them.

[@rustowens4757]

Was waiting for you to put that bag on your head. Love the channel, seeing your gear room inspired me to create my own, and get a sewing machine, and start making my own gear.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Improvised head warmer. Very cool you're sewing and making gear! Thanks for watching my friend

[@robertevans8126]

Glad your still here, with all of this COVID BS

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Amen brother

[@TheScoundrel70]

HI Dave! I'm sure you have thought of this already, but the Arcturus bag works great to trap and hold some of the lost heat when making a dehydrated food meal such as Mountain house. There's usually a good few minutes needed to fully rehydrate the contents after adding the hot water. Often, by the time it's fully ready, it's only luke warm, particularly when it's cold out. Putting the pouch of food in the Arcturus bag (resealed) can make a big difference in how hot your meal is.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very good thinking Sean! Ill try that.

[@ydargkeeton4167]

I love it, ... There IS a spoon😂🤣

[@mrmarmellow555]

I See you're KNIFE And RAISE A SPOON !!💂🏾‍♂️MR WOOKIE SIR🧐🤗

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Thanks!

[@juliusgonzo7527]

LOVE YOUR WONDERFUL VIDS ! You make a joyful presence for ME AND ALL YOUR FANS ! Happy New Year Dave !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that my friend! Thanks for watching and a happy new year to you too Julius

[@jonnyboat2]

If I owned a ghillie suit, I think I’d be tempted to wear it everywhere and just ACT like it’s normal daily attire like I wasn’t even wearing it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, with all the Tik Tokers out in public nowadays it probably won't even draw attention

[@patriotpop2436]

Love your videos and your ingenuity with self made equipment. I’m 71 years old and grew up camping and love the outdoors. After getting out of the service in 1972 I bought a down sleeping bag that I still use. As many outdoors ventures as I’ve participated in the weather conditions have varied widely. The coldest temperature I camped in was -3 degrees. My sleeping gear was an army sleeping bag cover like the old one you showed, the down bag, and a poncho liner. I have always has a problem with my feet getting cold in cold weather so to remedy that I tried wearing clean dry socks while sleeping. They helped somewhat except in freezing temps. The next attempt was to zip my coat up and slide it over the sleeping bag over my feet. That did the trick. Maybe this is too much but there may be some new folks just getting into outdoor adventures. In cold weather camping when getting in that sleeping bag be sure to take off all the clothes worn during the day. If you wear any clothing in the sleeping bag be sure it is dry and do not wear cotton material. It will absorb your escaping body moisture and keep you cold.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Pop for that info. It's spot on and several could learn from it. My feet get super cold too. Thanks for watching

[@thekitowl]

Looks like we’ve got some great vid’s to look forward to.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely! See ya in the next one!

[@thekitowl]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 can’t wait my friend.

[@rickkerans8485]

Great video. Thanks for the tour and showing all the gear.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it Rick!

[@thebrizzy]

The blanket pouch would make a good food warmer

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@gulfcoastpinebelt8600]

That ghillie suit is gold! You can cover your body or layer your hiking bag to help break up your outline..absolutely useful and it doesnt way much. Great purchases

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good thinking covering your bag!

[@randywithofapt2660]

Dave: I haven't even watched your entire video yet... but... at 9:40 minutes in, a thought struck me... I felt the need suggest... NO playing with Ferro-Rods or Bic Lighters while wearing the Ghillie Suit if the need ever arises! WOOSH! ; )

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Good advice Randy!

[@randywithofapt2660]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I hope you're doing well, Sir. ; )

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@randywithofapt2660 I'm good, just old and lazy. Lol

[@ManuelPerez-vy9xj]

Not related to this video, but can't remember which one I saw your tip about using three blankets to keep warm. Used that tip to stay warm during last week's winter storm here in Texas when our power went out. Your advice really payed off for us. Thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great to hear that helped Manuel!

[@DudesIn101]

Your house is starting to look like an army surplus store....hahah,but we love your shit man don't get me wrong....

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Yeah but aint it cool?

[@DudesIn101]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 hell yeah it's cool,it's exactly what I want mine to look like brother...

[@alancope1094]

Thanks Dave for all your insight I drove pass you 2 days ago said to myself can't wait for another video from dave and Nick thanks aging

[@alancope1094]

I am a truck driver

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Alan and I hope you enjoyed the drive through Georgia!

[@GODANMEDIA]

Darn I’m second lol. Love The name Franken shelter! What if there was a guy named Frank and he had a shelter? That would be Frank and shelter :-) Well it looks like you had a pretty good Christmas brother thanks for the video and the additional backstory notes to Ray’s Axe. Hey, What did 2021 say to 2020? LOL.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, better try next time. I only knew on Frank in my life and he had no shelters. Lol. We had a good Christmas and man was I ever right about 2021! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@DougShoeBushcraft]

Happy New Year! Cool video as always. I love the ramblin' thoughts. - God bless! Doug

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Happy New year to you too Doug! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@Prepping2endure]

AMES E tools are the way to go.. I used to have 2 and lost them in a move.. Sad day. Great Video as always

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

My Grandfather had a bunch of AMES tools, I didnt know they made smaller packable sizes. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@Prepping2endure]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 AMES is the company who had the contract for many military tools including the folding E tool. they by far are the best as far as I'm concerned, Thanks for the reply

[@casey197930]

The reflective 550 is what I've used for years for lashing tent stakes. Nothing worse than tripping over it in the middle of the night when your sneaking a pee. Ive got 3 of those old bag covers I got from a customer that gave them to me. Had no idea they were rare. Thanks for sharing, and don't work yourself to death brother! You won't be on your death bed wishin you'd of worked more.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds good, I need a lot more of that reflective cord. Hang onto those bags! Take care and thanks for watching

[@paulinesalzer2659]

I can’t tell you how soothing it is to start listening to you again after watching the toxic & gut wrenching political YT’s . It’s time to focus back on the basics. TY for the reviews & stories. 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Amen! I'm sick of all politics on both sides. We all need to chill out and focus on actually living. Take care and thanks for watching Pauline

[@keepthefaith35]

Love your videos and you as a person are so down to earth its almost unbelievable. STVB Malcolm 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and the way I do things! Thanks for watching Malcolm

[@mudsslinger]

thanks Dave , I can listen to you talk and tell your stories any time , have you ever told or talked about how Realybigmonkey came to be ?

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you like em. Here's a nine year old video on how that name came about kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIrTnaCZn7N3mpI

[@anneli1735]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 thanks for this link 😁 what a story! 😂

[@troyrogers3475]

Awesome video. Ray's axe is a wonderful story. Your lucky to have it and know its history.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Troy, I'm glad you liked it. I'm honored to own it

[@cloudsrain8753]

Just want to say Love you Dave!! Looking forward to your next videos.....and wish you safe and well this year too!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! And a happy new year to you too

[@Tykevelli304]

I really enjoy your gear videos even though you're not in the woods! Thanks Dave!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jerry! I'm glad you like em. Thanks for watching

[@Wheeling88]

That old double bit axe looks a lot like my ol craftsman double bit head.one old tip my granddad had for loose handles either on a hammer or axe was to soak it in antifreeze ,it'll get tighter than a nuns **** just keeps animals away from the containers soaking.. Great vid ,Dave .thanks for keeping it real.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Theres always a possibility mine is a Craftsman, its from that era. Never heard that anti freeze tip. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@RoxUniverse]

That suit that you wore is classic! I can just imagine you and Nick dressed up in those and suddenly sneaking up on some other campers out in the woods! Another great video, I’m having lots of fun going through all of your videos, they are so fun and educational, thanks Dave ⚡️🌎🐄👍🏻🌔⚡️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, fun suits but I wouldn't sneak up on campers. Someone might shoot us! I'm glad you're liking the videos and thanks for watching

[@RoxUniverse]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 did you both ever wear the suits out in the bush or are they in case you go hunting?

[@pnyarrow]

Hi Dave. Thank you for the information and the story behind the story. Stay safe and take care everywhere not only in the woods. ATB. Nigel

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome brother and I'm glad you liked it. You stay safe too and thanks for watching Nigel!

[@gabet6600]

The bag for that blanket you could use as a survival hat to keep your head warm.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good thinking Gabe

[@rpettit2551]

Monkey boy your a good man. Great additional story of Ray's ax. I'm also looking forward to 2021 and getting out into the woods. Let's do this!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bob, let's make 2021 a good year!

[@bigkhansen2150]

I hope you will have a good, safe and healthy 2021, thanks for another nice video Dave! Best wishes from Denmark

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks and I hope you have a happy 2021 too! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@gerardvanengelen9001]

Nice video. Thanks. Have the SP53 also. Used it a lot to process 24 trees that had to go. My absolute favorite.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Gerard, I'm glad you liked it. Man that SP-53 is a beast! Thanks for watching

[@anneli1735]

Happy New Year 🥳 so glad you’re back again ☺️ highlighting this weekend especially during this hard lockdown now! Looking forward to your upcoming outdoor vids this year ❣️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

And a happy new year to you too Anne! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@johnoneill5812]

Thanks for an uplifting & cheerful video. Glad that COVID has not slowed down the gear collecting.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome John and I'm glad you liked it!

[@mbarr1029]

Looking forward to the camo stealth shelter. Thanks for the content, You and Nick will enjoy the new suits

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh its gonna be a fun one! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@troybranaman316]

Another great video as usual Dave !! I took your advice and bought Ontario 13 inch cutlass and I got a Marttiini Big Game Hunter . I really liked them both alot thanks for great advice !!! One of the reasons I have always liked your channel is because of your stories ! You have a huge heart and it really shows Dave !!! Take care and stay safe my brother!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Troy, I'm glad you liked it. Man that Marttiini is one under rated knife. Very nice for the price. I love telling stories, I have plenty more! Thanks for watching

[@troybranaman316]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I got that Marttiini for 21 dollars during new years sale . Lol I also got a Marbles hatchet with a 4 inch blade for carving . Im just going to use it for that. It was 14.99 the same sale lol . I cant afford the expensive things . Take care sorry I took so much of your time . Take care and stay safe my brother!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@troybranaman316 Oh I like Marbles too! Thanks for the comments Troy

[@surfingspiritbear398]

Man I always enjoy your videos man. Thanks for all the good stuff, you and Nick are some very down to earth people. Keep doing what you do.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and the others! Thanks for watching

[@BOBOMulleinWolf]

You could use the bag that space blanket comes in as a hat in a survival situation. Ty for this and all your videos. Keep up the good work

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good thinking Bobo and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@ourtechwriter]

Thanks even for bits and pieces of the story about Ray’s axe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and thanks for watching

[@RobBernhard]

That ghillie suit is great. I can't wait for the videos. :) I have purchased a lot of orange reflective paracord from Menards. It works great for looping around tent stakes in addition to lines from the tent so you don't trip over them in the dark. They reflect really well.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. I need some in orange, sounds perfect. Thanks for watching Rob!

[@pedallinraw]

Great videos as always! I have a Becker BK7,great for battoning fire wood 👌🏻like the axe story and message at the end,have a great and fun healthy 2021,everyone! 🙂👊🏻

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all! Thanks for watching and a happy 2021 to you!

[@sheilablake7913]

I love to hear you talk about the things that you love & enjoy the most. It’s great to hear *your* memories of items, how you acquired stuff & your favourites. I could sit & watch you with my coffee all day. I can’t wait to see the new videos in 2021. Especially as your weather has such extremes, and is so different to our temperate climate here in the U.K. Much love 💕

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Every item has a story, some my memories and some stored from the previous user. Amazing when you think about it. Thanks for watching Sheila!

[@runningriverbushcraft]

Dave Great Video awesome new gear for sure. really enjoyed the story of history behind that Axe !! You talked about makes it all worth it..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. That axe had a history unmatched by any other gear I have! Thanks for watching

[@cristalclear5625]

Dave thanks, had a rather not so good day. After watching this, it's all better!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sorry to hear that but Im glad it helped!

[@Jaden48108]

I made my own ghillie suit made out of a mosquito netting coat with sewed on ribbons of burlap that had quite a stink to them. Turns out that stink covered up my human smell on at least two deer hunts. I found a bush and blended in to it next to a field where deer often went to feed. After a few minutes a deer approached directly from behind and got so close to me I could hear it breathing. I couldn't turn my gun on it so it eventually went away to look for other bushes not occupied by a human. On the next hunt I chose the same spot. This time it was an adolescent doe jumped into the field twenty yards away. She thought I was food and approached me from the front. I let it get within mere feet of me before I shooed it away. Ghillie suits. Gotta love'em.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Now that's awesome Thomas! Goes to prove the efficiency of a good ghille suit

[@davidohmart1336]

Thanks for sharing your videos make my day much better Going to get me a sleep system Ya my Ray's axe was left no one wanted it From knowing Ray and what had done with that axe and where it came from a ranch in Montana he had worked on And the story's Ray told me I will keep it Hope my son or grandson will keep it Sure this year will be much better

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome David and I'm glad you liked it. Very very cool you have your own Rays axe legacy! Thanks for watching

[@unchained20000000]

There ain't nothing like the good old down home southern respect. Song song of the south, sweet potato pie and I shut my mouth gone gone with the wind, ain't no body lookin back again.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, thanks for the comments!

[@clawhammer704]

Great story at the end and thanks for being so positive for us viewers.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome my friend and thanks for watching

[@EKEACRES]

I think Ray would be very happy that his axe went to a great Outdoorsman & KZbin personality that has a true love for the outdoors. I bet Ray is smiling his axe is in good hands.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'd absolutely hope he's proud of the axe still being used and the story told. Thanks for watching my friend

[@OnTheRiver66]

Hodges army navy surplus was there in the 1950s and from your description it must be in the same building. I still have surplus gear bought there. You brought back memories.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Really? The 50s? I had no idea it was that old! I remember as a kid back in the 70s we made a family trip to Marietta once a month and as far back as my memory goes that place was always fun to go by. Thanks for watching

[@jeffseaton5193]

Makes you wonder about the stories that will be told about our stuff that used and loved. Nice video Dave

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely, we can just hope the stories will be passed on. Thanks for watching Jeff

[@wildwoman2able]

Hahaha, really enjoyed going through your latest toys with you! God bless 😆😅😙

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

Can't wait to see you and Nick in action with the Gilley suits. Looking forward to 2021 adventures. Safe journeys.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh its gonna be fun! Happy 2021 and thanks for watching!