Pyrite and flint fire
Wow.....this has been a LONG time desire of mine. Pyrite and flint on chaga. At first I just crumbled the chaga. It didn’t seem fine enough so I filed some with a file and made a little pile on top of...
View ArticleFeatherstick challenge***Closed out of abundance of safety and caution ***
I know some will resent the fact that I am challenging the abilities of some but I think it’s important to be able to use your skills on the move. Much like how Marines grunts train to be lethal while...
View ArticleBearing Blocks
It has been my experience that the bearing block is the toughest component of the bow drill set to get right. Friction must take place on the hearth, not the bearing block! Friction on both ends of the...
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Trying a Fire on Water
Hi everyone, it has been awhile. I'm dealing with some pretty awful health issues that are keeping me from doing much of anything (especially any good hiking/backpacking trips), and keeping me stuck at...
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