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!

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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..

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@michellehiggs60]

Great video we love listening to you babble on. 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@curt46oct]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you like em Curt!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@JPerridew]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Jack!

[@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. 👍🏻😊

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@OzMan9989]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Thanks!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@thebrizzy]

The blanket pouch would make a good food warmer

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@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

[@ydargkeeton4167]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@rickkerans8485]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it Rick!

[@WessexBladesHandMadeKnives]

Really enjoyed your thoughts!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@robertevans8126]

Glad your still here, with all of this COVID BS

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Amen brother

[@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!

[@ydargkeeton4167]

I love it, ... There IS a spoon😂🤣

[@mrmarmellow555]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Thanks!

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@plywoodcarjohnson5412]

Good stuff!! Gully suit? Is that spelled right? Anyway some suggestions. Try travelling in the kayak and just drift with the suit on. Then just pull it ashore, lay down and disappear. Crawl in the sleeping bag and hide. See how stealthy u can do it. Film it and show it. Suggestion 2: Battery powered survival. Just use 18 circular saw, anglegrinder and drill with 4ah batteries. 2 or 3 batteries. Make noise! Build in stone, wood and metal - a camp. A shelter, a chimney and an oven. Use screws and metalbrackets. Have diamond universal cuttingblade for anglegrinder and make something in stone. (I just saw a Black Friday offer and thought, could this be used for survival purposes? Build a treehouse? Whatnot) Anyway great upload! I really like these videos. And btw a third suggestion: What type of fear or what situations make ppl go for the woods? The war? The apocalypse or homelessness? Interview random ppl and see for what reason they are prepping. Best wishes JT.

[@Pygar2]

Ghillie, I think.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good ideas! Thanks for the input

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Yes, that's it

[@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

[@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

[@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! 😂

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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?

[@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...

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@octobermoon9]

This channel is my favorite online place to visit, to learn and to laugh. Thank you so much, Happy New Year and I can't wait to see all of the fun in the woods 2021 will bring!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Beverly and hopefully 2021 is gonna be a lot of fun! Take care and thanks for watching

[@gabet6600]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good thinking Gabe

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@ourtechwriter]

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

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and thanks for watching

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@garymorton7922]

You would be a treasure for a PRESIDENT folksy kind straight interesting and SMART GOD BLESS YOU FELLA

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Gary! And may God bless you too my friend

[@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

[@alf3553]

I did watch your other video & all I can say is that Ray’s exe has the best New owner it could ever have. Thanks for the story Dave 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and Im very happy to own that axe. 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!

[@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

[@DOMINYPAUL]

I've used many of those Sleeping Bag covers in my 20 year Army Career. Love them. I've spent many nights under the stars in them.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very good to hear you like them Paul!

[@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

[@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!

[@BethNitch]

Your too funny. You looked like a camo yeti. I loved it. You always make me smile.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Thanks, I'm glad you like the way I do things!

[@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

[@mjhill72]

Touching story about Ray's axe. I can just imagine that dad relieving his pain while spending time with the memory of his son by using that axe. You did them honor by sharing that story and not letting that axe go to waste in someone's basement. You'll add memories to it of your own, like you said. But you'll always think of Ray when you pick it up - and that's as it should be.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Jason. When I first picked it up I figured it was just a cheap worthless axe. After hearing the story I knew there was great value in it. I hope to use it as often as possible. Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@jerrymacklow1452]

Happy New Year! Looking forward to your postings for 2021.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

And a Happy New year to you too Jerry!

[@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

[@flyfishing1776]

Thank you Many Blessings 🤠

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for watching and blessings for you too

[@banjowoodsman7675]

Dave your a good man, God bless you and your family.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! And may God bless you too brother