Viking Woodsman Kit

A presentation of my Viking woodsman kit (and also parts of my bushcraft belt kit).
I strongly believe that anyone interested in learning about the Viking Age and the Viking way of life, needs to practice the basic skills that the Norsemen and -women had to master to survive and thrive.
Seax sheath made by Hamish of Half-Goat Leatherworks in Scotland.
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[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

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[@shithappenedwhatnow3028]

The mittens are "felted" I suspect :) not sure if someone has said already. I'm still watching...love the video so far.

[@dakotacoats9214]

I like your video

[@thunderusnight]

I think the mittens were crocheted which is using a hook and yarn to make patterns of loops it's similar to knitting

[@patrickbrett66]

@@thunderusnight Historically we call Crochet (especially in viking clothing) by the name Naal Binding which is the English pronunciation of the Norse word for it. You can Naal Bind with wool or precious metal wire wich is how the stunning burial find neck and arm Torc's were made. There are some great youtube videos on how to do Naal Binding if you are interested.

[@thunderusnight]

@@patrickbrett66 thanks! I love to learn about this kinda stuff

[@breadpirateoverhere]

This guy is so pleasant to listen to. I'd want to be his friend.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you. That is nice of you to say.

[@richhoule3462]

Cimbrer Bushcraft is the same way. Love that guy too! Subbed

[@TheAschwittek]

Same here, absolutely!!

[@7stargeneraldipshitdeturd529]

We're all friends in a way on youtube lol.

[@alejandrosantana5693]

GamerEly yeah me too.

[@dragma907]

"This is going to catch fire. There it goes. I'll just put it here." Subbed.

[@christianbrown2866]

Some people cant even use a lighter to make a fire and you do it with flint in like 5 seconds. Got my thumb. Good job.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

I was lucky with that one, haha. Honestly, some times I have to try a few times before the spark lands right.

[@christianbrown2866]

Bjorn Andreas Bull-Hansen i have tried a hundred times and even though i can get firework grade flares i cant get a spark to land at all.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Have you tried to make charcloth from a thick and soft cotton fabric? That should help.

[@christianbrown2866]

So i tried a similar method like a charred rope and i tried lint from a dryer.

[@survivingdenmark2516]

i am no expert but in my limited experience, a lot of people "overcook" the charcloth. since i started being more attentive when making char i also catch the ember in a couple of strikes, i recently started using thin linen cloth (from ikea ) and it makes great charcloth

[@gelarden1]

One of my favorites. The most polite viking ever.

[@MariusQusnerius]

A good video of a great kit. At 9:30, when a small piece of lit grass fell on your sheepskin, I started saying out loud: "Oh, no!" and hoping you will see it.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

I don't remember that I noticed it! I tend to be a bit sloppy with that bundle once I get it burning.

[@daniloodnedica6841]

real wool dont burn at all , just will be a nasty smell .

[@VidarrKerr]

Yeah, and all spread out on a fake ass animal hide made of plastic.

[@kpsiex]

the wind put it out luckily.

[@rchrisawn2867]

@@VidarrKerr I tan hides of deer and other smaller animals and that looks like a real animal hide to me. You do realize you can do things to the hides as you are tanning them to make them darker in color? I have used may things before since deer tends to tan very light, almost a yellow color. Sad that with all you could learn, you have to make a nasty comment.

[@Shatteredlightunderfadingstars]

You do your ancestors honor by keeping this tradition alive. I am glad for this opportunity. New subscriber from Tennessee.

[@lfgraff1]

This man is starting fire with a flint faster than I can with matches or a lighter. That hurts m feelings.

[@raykemry954]

Char cloth works like magic.

[@adhdoggo9614]

A true Viking is proud of his wears and very willing to share the beauty. Just no touching.

[@Lutzow706]

The mittens are made with naalbinding. It's done with a yarn needle and wool yarn, basically making a series of knots into whatever you're making... socks, hats, etc.

[@sonofabear]

Awesome historical kit!

[@peteraugust5295]

Charcloth is probably not historically correcnt though.

[@VidarrKerr]

There is nothing historical about this kit. It is also made in China.

[@lth9520]

@@VidarrKerr Fuck off

[@BushCrafts]

As far as I know, the English language word for the process by which your mittens are constructed is often the same word as in your language. Many people use the loan word Nålbinding (or Nalebinding) though I have also heard people call it “knotless netting.” Thank you for the tutorial on how to say the word properly so I can try to copy your pronunciation. I love Nålbinding and think it has some significant advantages over the more modern arts of knitting and crocheting especially when looked at in the context of survival under very harsh conditions. Along with other preindustrial fiber arts skills, Nålbinding is an very useful skill to know. Cheers and thanks for this great video! -Allyson

[@carlrichards9333]

When one is free of being self conscious then they become there Natural selves like this Beautiful Man here 🙏❤️

[@georgehenrypeach9298]

his shoes are fresh m8, they are the ting!

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[@yuriypovoroznyuk2096]

Tusen takk Bjørn I like Scandinavian culture, traditions,music go on with your programs and good luck Sorry for being late but God Jul Greetings from Ukraine.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

God jul and god nyttår (Happy New Year!) It is very exciting to me to get a comment from the Ukraine. I have actually been there, and I enjoyed my stay. I am a big fan of the old eastern European cultures. (So when my novel was sold to a Russian publisher, I was very excited!)

[@dennisvolpe7805]

I've done furtrade era historical reenactments most of my life. From experience I learned that longer softer blowing into the fire bundle works a little better and leaves you less out of breath. Just a piece of advice. Great video.

[@svp3rn0v47]

I love your Viking kit, Bjorn! Great way of living pursuing that what makes you happy. Respect! ❤

[@hikerx9366]

Okay who would like to be just like this guy give a thumbs up? Thanks Bjorn your one of a kind.

[@kronk8276]

This man is so wholesome

[@prusinwj1131]

I've been watching this guy for about a month. I enjoy his accent and his philosophies about life. I can picture him with a sword and a shield.

[@jdschauss]

The weave of your garments is amazing. I think Viking age Scandinavian textiles were probably superior to just about anything in lower Europe at the time. Great video, great kit, very authentic looking!

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you, Jamie!

[@cimbrerbushcraft-vikingheritag]

Great and very interesting video 👍🏻 I love your Viking woodsman kit. And it’s an inspiration for me that you stick to the old traditions an present your Viking gear 😊👌🏻

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you, mr Cimbrer! I know you have a belt pouch that looks very Viking. I find that what we call bushcraft today is not very far from the Viking ways.

[@wastelandwarrior9738]

I love your kit and channel as well😂

[@bolverkloki]

When the fire has died and food has run short at least there will always be the trusty cup to aid in surviving the storm. I found it to be an awesome addition. Skal!

[@GoodmanMIke59]

You've gotten much more comfortable as you've done more of these. Always enjoy. I share regularly.

[@Xaforn]

Love your kit, that bow is absolutely gorgeous.

[@swhedge71]

Bjorn, you are skilled in many ways. Your practicality and common sense advice is good for the soul! Your plethora of knowledge is amazing! Please continue exactly as you are doing! Your stoic philosophy is intriguing and has enlightened my way of thinking and perceiving the world around me. By the way, your Viking Woodsman Kit is awesome! Take care. -Steve-

[@7stargeneraldipshitdeturd529]

Just found your channel today. Your Viking 'kit' is awesome btw. Simple, practical, elegant and natural👍

[@sambentham7799]

Always great to watch Bjorn doing his thing.

[@captainfragger6295]

You rock! First guy I've seen on here to make a fire with Flint from one strike! Damn fine job!

[@richardkay4920]

Using the tools your ancestors used brings you so much closer to nature. Very nice video by the way.

[@psychoXwolf69]

Loved every second of this video. Thank you for showing your suplies and giving me inspiration to craft my own viking bushmans kit.

[@heathenwolf4997]

Friend of mine shared this video with me, glad he did. I love it!

[@WayPointSurvival]

I love your kit! Thanks!

[@sebastianshacteau7509]

Love your flint and steel

[@1notgilty]

Bjorn seems like a nice guy and a good man. I would trust him to be an honorable friend and have my back in the woods.

[@jrhamilton4448]

ROCKING Kit! As a flint knapping enthuast I really get into this stuff!

[@davidroach8866]

Glad you brought up the fungus for fire starting. Many are not aware that the tree fungus or mushrooms are great fire starters since they are so fiborous. Great video Bjorn. I will share on Marauder.

[@DarylTunget]

Thank you for sharing your kit Bjorn. Nice presentation! Nice kit! Be well.

[@Saiyan_Ironsyd]

Another excellent video. It never ceases to amaze me how skilled you are with the flint and steel. One strike and... Bam! God Jul to you and your family

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Greg Loesche Thank you, Greg. I’ve had a lot of practice, but I guess I was lucky with that one! God jul til deg og dine!

[@MrPandafarts]

The dried grass is a brilliant idea.

[@caitnicole3809]

I’m new to checking out this channel and I absolutely love listening to you talk! It’s relaxing and informative.

[@zackzavetnaya4458]

I’ve just started to get interested in bushcraft and backpacking and I’m in love 😍

[@belligerentprisoner1959]

Just binge watching some old videos. I hope to get a hold of some of your books in english (USA). Great man! Great man! Don't ever stop! Please.

[@scottmccullough1979]

Great videos keep them coming very relaxing to watch. Hello from 🇨🇦.

[@jacoblanders7408]

I'll just uh..I'll just put this uh..here... hahaha made my night! Very well done! Great video with lots of great learning and you are very pleasant to listen to! Tusen Takk!

[@johnemmons9087]

Very nice Bjørn. Thank you for taking the time to make wonderful videos. They inspired me get back out into the wood during some tough times. Very helpful and very well done.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you, John. Yes, you mentioned that and I am very glad to have inspired you! I think there are times when we must rely on inspiration from each other.

[@johnemmons9087]

Bjorn Andreas Bull-Hansen you are very correct about that Brother. Thank you

[@sullysullivan9320]

For a fearsome looking viking you have a very calming voice. Great video too.

[@thebiggestpanda1]

Lovin’ that cup! Sentimental value always trumps practicality.

[@toastrecon]

Wow. One strike on the flint & steel and he has a fire within a minute or so? That's some serious skill!

[@wadetitcombe9971]

Wonderful presentation.

[@Sarahofthewoods]

Very interesting to see your kit; thank you! Greetings from a Montanan of Norwegian-Celtic heritage who is just beginning to make some Viking Age clothing and learning Norsk. God dag!

[@OneOutlander]

Wonderful Kit. And I loved the demonstration of flint and steel. You are the first I have seen to do it in one strike. Amazing

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thanks a lot, George. I get lucy with the flint and steel sometimes, haha. It will normally take a couple or more strikes.

[@vikinglore1066]

Just stumbled on your channel today and I was very happy to see such a great video. I’m looking forward to watching the rest, I subscribed right away! It makes me feel very happy to see the historical respect and knowledge in your kit and videos. Where I live, it’s hard to find anyone who is interested in the old ways anymore so I’m so very happy you are making videos! Best wishes for continued success!

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you! Very kind of you to say that. Glad to have you here!

[@edwardvanwyk7116]

Well done, beautiful video, it’s amazing... good job on keeping the tradition alive. Well done hope you have a good time...and can’t wait to see more of your videos

[@hollowaldfee4067]

Tack så mycket, Bjorn

[@kerrymcmanus9188]

Great kit, Very relaxing to watch,thanks for sharing.Cheers from Australia

[@NTB1977]

Your presentation is awesome!

[@clayton9549]

Great job on all that lovely kit! Looks amazing and thankyou for sharing! I love how honest and genuine you seem. Glædelig Jul min norske bror!

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Mackenzie Knight Thank you, brother! Glad you like the kit. And God jul to you!

[@rickyrenga3925]

You are the nicest viking ever. I need more! This is great, Thank you.

[@patriotrob7066]

Because of you and the fact that I am Norwegian decent. I'm putting together my own bushcraft gear of all old style (primitive) with the help of grimfrost for my knife. A kuksa instead of a titanium cup ect. I will still keep of course all my modern gear but it just was lacking that smell of leather and wood and more natural materials 👍 thank you for the inspiration my brother

[@rchrisawn2867]

I just found your channel and I find it very informative. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us.

[@Cache73]

Wonderful looking kit, you're a man's man!

[@johngordon9889]

Great kit Bjorn! You have given me some great ideas about what to expand in my kit as well as a few items to build myself in my forge. Thanks again for the videos and I hope you have a great Christmas with family.

[@cjcabral8122]

Thank you for sharing your kit I love your bow

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you!

[@elcoyote9410]

Great setup. Really beautiful in it's simplicity.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you!

[@user-mv9nn7nm9l]

Happy to find your channel

[@themountainmans-truesurviv4474]

I just watched this one again with my boys they both loved it. Keep up the great work brother ! Skal!

[@rocktroll2002]

Thank you for showing us your kit some very nice tools

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you!

[@TheElectricalTradeToday]

This makes me happy.

[@APheonixPretense8]

Happy solstice! Thank you! Btw, when I blow to start fire I start blowing very slowly with great accuracy and then build into a full blow slowly

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

Very interesting. Thank you. From Sussex, UK. Tak!

[@mvx1874]

Amazing personal kit brother.

[@paulhampton6408]

P.s.s I love your channel ! This is a outstanding Viking kit ! Thank you for showing us this ! And for uploading the video !. Very nice of you !. Also,, to admit, I've always wanted to live a good life like you do, it's peaceful and something i plan to one-day do .

[@vegard1085]

Du er en stor inspirasjon, Bjørn. Flott video!

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Takk, Vegard!

[@jayp.2313]

Cool nice kit. My friends and I follow Viking lifestyle and you are teaching us . Thanks

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you. If I can contribute in some way by these videos, it's all worth it.

[@ladyofthemasque]

It's called Nalbinding in English, and for those who don't know, it's basically making fabric out of knots instead of chain loops. It can be made thicker and denser than knitting or crocheting, and is far less prone to developing holes and ladder-runs. That's because it's knotted. If you cut knitting or crocheting along any side of the fabric, it'll unravel because it's technically not knotted anywhere but at the beginning and the end, but nalbinding will only unravel on one out of the four sides because it's knotted solidly.

[@tsfcancerman]

I love the norwegian (kjiba/kjibå) my grandparents used these up into the 90's when fishing crabs in norway to carry the crabs back home but it had 2 handles on the top

[@SugarMapleForge]

I've watched this video several times! Such a good kit my friend!

[@donteatsmitty1727]

Just discovered this channel and I have to say that this is one of my favorite channels. Keep up the good work!!

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you so much. Glad to have you here!

[@unclesam6386]

Man, I really like this guy. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, brother.

[@supercharger2605]

Love Northern Europeans. They can tear your head off, but are the nicest people you ever met. And so polite.

[@ah5721]

I would love to see a part two of this for a trip of many days /a week!

[@sospeciallyme9096]

God jul. I am a new subscriber and love spending time watching your videos. They are so genuinely interesting and informative. Very straight forward and easy to understand too and I've gotta say I love your accent accent and the humility with how you present yourself and your life. So glad i found you on here. Have a wonderful day or night where you live. :)

[@Echo4JDHotel]

This was very fun to watch, thank you. I wish I had your kit.

[@nattybumpo4384]

That's a freaking gorgeous basket my friend!!

[@petemcpherson2259]

That's a really, really beautiful kit.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thank you, Pete!

[@jowsrik]

Thank you for your videos. There are really great

[@paulhampton6408]

That's awesome !. I'm adding to my craft list and also telling my friends and family about your channel ! My oldest cousin's appreciate your wisdom and clever ideas and neat videos !. Their poor so we share one device to watch !. Hoping you have a great weekend and rest of the month Sir Bjørn. Sincerely a friend, Paul~.

[@WildManFrizzell]

Great video my friend! I love your kit.

[@srnhhn5618]

Veldig fin video ... Takk Bjørn. Ønsker deg og din familie en fin fest.

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Takk, Sören! Og god jul til deg og dine!

[@death31313]

Great video, very informative. I find any glimpse into what historical people used in their daily lives fascinating.

[@tenten2926]

Nice shoes. Love it.

[@micheleellis3338]

Thank you ever so much, it’s very enjoyable to watch.

[@jt659]

First video of yours I've seen. Loved it.

[@feth7747]

Beautiful !!!

[@Needagoodnamebutcantthinkofone]

Really love your videos

[@saltynuts_gorm_7785]

👍 i was convinced i had seen all your uploads !! Now I have to go through them again.. god dag bjørn 🥓🍻

[@casualtactical6664]

Very cool video! I love “primitive “ camping videos keep up the good work!

[@octavian-otmartalpes1025]

Yes, you have there all that you need to survive, except the blanket... Good man, God bless you! I see a lot of people with no use things... And the basket you use is also used in my country, in the S-S-W of Romania as "BRENTA"... Thank you for your movie!