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What's a good tactical/survival axe?
All I want for Christmas is a real tomahawk, a real tomahawk, oh a real tomahawk...... Sorry, I'm tired. Actually, I wish I could justify a Gransfor Bruks mini hatchet, but they cost more than the full size axes. Dad always said, "Never use a double bit axe, it's too easy to get tired and...." -
What's a good tactical/survival axe?
It's a boarding axe, tomahawks, or one of those Viking bearded axes. Uses: Splitting heads, splitting melons at the fair, picking your teeth after eating the turkey drumsticks at the fair, and taking your picture in the Conan the Barbarian outfit at the fair. In all seriousness, the tomahawk... -
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What's a good tactical/survival axe?
I like it if it is durable enough. It looks pretty non-threatening as you move past the sheep in life. I heard some Walmarts have the Fasthawk for $20 again this year. -
This is unsettling
The use of abstract concepts to sway personal thought. -
This is unsettling
I remember reading a novel in the 70's that explored the effect of rumors. Someone was afraid someone else was going to say something about them, so they went around saying it wasn't so. As the result, everyone believed it to be fact. Isn't that in essence how our culture is getting pacified... -
This is unsettling
The acceptance of the Nazi's by the German people may be a good example. The populace supported the party, or it wouldn't have come to power. What we hear, is what those who write history want us to hear. While extreme atrocities existed, there must have been some advantage to the German... -
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Gun confiscation in the event of a national emergency..possible?
Old thread, but having served with different services, I can vouch that orders will be followed. Enlisted personnel are directed to follow all orders, then if they believe them to be illegal, report them through the chain of command. (Naturally, Mi Lai type stuff isn't covered, but this isn't... -
Cold Weather Prep 2014
I guess I'm OK if something happens. 2 kerosene heaters with a small propane backup. Plenty of candles, lanterns and fuel. I also have 3 coleman stoves for cooking. Then there is all the camping stuff. -
This is unsettling
Is it martial law? Doesn't the state or federal authority take precedence? Imminent domain? How many of you guys got building permits in the last 10 years to build that "fallout shelter", I mean "basement addition"? Are there any Vacuum valve PVC pseudo-supports on that deck you built... -
Cold Weather Prep 2014
Just picked up a little kerosene. $5 a gallon in Kennesaw on Canton Road & Jamerson. -
Diy 22lr? I think so
Are pellets graphite lubed? Be interesting in a SAA style 22 pistol. I wonder if a slower blank would give better accuracy? Would be good for a movie plot. Post apocalyptic construction workers revolt. Make their own 22 cal Liberator pistols. -
Weird tutorial
I think this may belong on one of the urban prepper shows, but: http://www.instructables.com/id/Bow-The-Amazing-Bike-Wheel-Bow/ -
training the next generation
This, 100 times, this. Kids aren't raised "as close to the earth" as we once were. Just look how kids view guns and knives, camping and everything else. First time out, don't just throw her off the boat to learn to swim; ease her in. As for passing on skills, we are in the middle of a major... -
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Winter Apocalypse 2015
I used to use them quite a bit. Might want to run your CO2 monitor, just to make sure if your house is sealed up tight. I would definitely not use old kerosene. -
Winter Apocalypse 2015
Wheres the PTO? I don't see a radio on the fender either. ;) -
This is only a test
Pickle bucket with lime or ashes means no flush required. (Use a plastic bag if you prefer.) There is also the slit trench if the family doesn't mind going outside. Rig a tarp if you like. Dig a sump to pee in. Dig the hole at least 100 ft downhill from any stream. Fill it up with rocks and... -
Longest lasting canned good?
Lifeboat rats? Does anybody remember the fruitcake C-rats. You had to cut off both ends to get it out. Some called it ton-cake. Probably would have been better as a knife sharpener than as food. Used to mix it with instant coffee. Always save your peanut butter, man. If you get the xxxxs...