Hi Wade, this video typifies one of the reasons I enjoy your channel so thoroughly- you seem to be such a grounded, pleasant, kind person! Clearly you enjoy “finer” things, but you do so without seeming snobbish, so it’s a pleasure to savor the experience with you vicariously. And you also seem to get just as much enjoyment out of simple, basic things, appreciating them just as much as high-end items and gadgets. Thank you for the kindness that led you to make this vid (and those to follow in the series); it demonstrates your warmth toward people, and your desire to include as many different folks as possible in the simple joy of savoring the outdoors. All the best to you & your family; stay warm, be safe, and breathe deep in all that fresh air!! 😄💐
Oh boy that was such a nice comment thank you so much! Its kind expressions such a yours that encourage me to keep making videos. It's TRUE though, only basic items are required to enjoy the outdoors. We are out there to enjoy nature arent we? Take care and be safe, Wade👍😀
Amen. Not only does the budget mindset spark creativity, it also makes for an awesome treasure hunt. Support those thrift shops and they will take care of you too.
That's true Doug! It's easy to buy something online and flex the ol credit card but a great bargain from a thrift shop is more fun! You meet some interesting folks too! Take care brother!
Thanks for doing this type of vid Wade. There is to much marketing going on from people who seem to just want to showcase there high dollar items. There is no reason to break the bank just to go spend some time in the outdoors. And there is nothing low quality with military gear for example. I have gear that I’ve been using on and off for 30 years, was not high dollar back than but still high quality today!
You said it buddy, very true! Some gear is worth spending extra money on but usually Mil Surplus is great! I will have a clothing vid up in a few days my friend!😉
Great budget friendly recommendations Wade! I often do get caught up in the gear junkie frenzy myself but completely agree - the budget gear often performs just as well as the expensive ones! 😄👍
Great presentation of budget yet quality gear. I guess, unfortunately, once you get into the bushcraft/primitive camping arena one gets to be a gear junkie. I’m now in therapy working to overcome my addiction. 😁 Once you get over 10 of each C you have over 50 items right there. Then you branch off to the other 5 C’s and you then have to kick a family member out of their bedroom to store everything. Totally out off control. 😂 Seriously though, your point is very well taken and glad you’re making the point. Thanks Wade!! 🤠🏕🔥🦉⛺️🥩🥓🍳🍺🛶🦅☕️🌬❄️
Haha, I am so guilty of it as well! Is there a 12 step program for us?🤣 I love the high end stuff too, works of art sometimes, and many times they are worth the money but it's also possible to get by with less. Thanks for the great comment!👊🌲👍🍻
Great video. Love your approach to budget items. I shop thrift shops, garage sales, etc and always find great deals. Amazing finds at time. Thanks for doing this!
This was perfect for the budget friendly Wade! There’ll be some people thinking different but they must remember, budget is in the eye of the beholder!! Lol Have a great weekend ✌️🇨🇦🍻
Greetings Wade! What a great video! Awesome that it was inspired by a comment! Great overview of quality gear at good prices! Thanks for taking us along! Have a blessed one
Great subject Wade and video. I really didn’t have much In expensive gear until a few years ago. I’m 57 and it’s always been camping to me, but thanks to you and many other great channels I have really enjoyed the last few years of Bush-Craft. I picked up a new pack and a few other things and I really enjoy using them. But I haven’t gone crazy buying stuff. I’ve always said quality has its place.
Thanks! It's always nice to treat yourself to some nice gear 👍! I'm guilty of it myself 😀👍! I really appreciate your support my friend, thanks so much for watching and commenting. Have fun out there🌲🔥🛶🍻👍
Great advice! I have that Corona...Lowe's $19.95 It's actually a really good saw. Keeps an edge and has a real good grip. I have 3 Gransfors and 1 on the way but my favorite axe is a small axe like that came from my family's old farm owned by my grandfather. You just can't beat sentimental tools.
I agree about the sentimental tools brother. Theres something about a Gransfors as well. They are dang beautiful to look at and a joy to use, I love the few I have. Take care bud and thanks for watching!
Love this subject. I agree with so much of what toy David here and I like that you emphasized the fact that budget doesn't mean poor quality. It is very easy to get sucked into "latest is greatest" mentality, especially when you're into long distance hiking. But I often remind myself that people were doing this outdoor thing since before we were actually people. So surely we can do it with ten year old gear.
That's right Buck. It's nice to treat ourselves once in a while to a shiny new piece of gear but not having it shouldnt keep us out of the woods. Thanks for watching brother, take care👊
One man's junk, another's treasure...awesome video! Great ideas on where to find some quality stuff without paying an arm and a leg! Have the Wal-Mart cup, got a Stanley 2 cup that I use for water/pot there as well for a little more. Plastic tab on top is melting, but can be replaced...it nests with the cup and works well with little BSR stove (some places I go don't allow fires). Also-love wool blankets! So warm! Thank you!
Excellent video Wade :) Some very valid points. It can be tricky when starting off. Knowing what to but without wasting your money. I try and buy the best I can afford. This is mainly down to the build quality. But like you say, there are plenty of options for buying quality gear for a reasonable price. You showed some good options for good tools that don't cost the earth :) Have a great weekend brother, all the best, Mark :)
Hey Mark, thanks for watching. I enjoy good quality gear. If I need to spend $$$$ I will absolutely, especially when I know it will last for many years. It's nice to have options and you're right , when you're just starting out it's not smart to spend money on gear that may not last. Take care buddy see you on the next one👊
It's about enjoying it... It doesn't have to be "posh" or "ritzy". A $25 bush knife on Amazon properly sharpened and maintained works as well as a $100 blade by _____? A $50 45-50L backpack well chosen and not abused does as well as _______? An empty 3/4 - 1pd coffee can with the right cuts and holes makes for a hell of a good field stove. And I don't have an axe LoL ! Don't have any titanium either...
Excellent! Thank you for making this. Thrift stores, yard sales and bartering are my things! I like to spend my money wisely on most things in life, saving up for the important things in my life. Like beer:) Actually, I am building a mini home (12'x28') and rather enjoy doing all I can "on the cheap". Really enjoy your channel, keep doing what you do, its a pleasure to watch. No music, no fluffy B roll.... very nice. Enjoy your day.
Tha Corona hand saw is awesome, and is my go to saw when I'm backpacking due to its light weight and effective razor tooth blade. I had the larger 10" saw but downsized to the 7" to save even more weight. I'm still able to saw up plenty of wood for my campfires... -21 degree? Yikes! Stay warm my friend!🇺🇸✌🍺
Great video! I got most of my gear from local army surplus stores, Wal-Mart has a lot if gear very inexpensive, I have the same nesting pots, they work great, eBay is also great for finding quality gear for very reasonable prices. I bought several army wool blankets at the salvation army for $7 each. Love your channel , thanks for doing this budget series!
Great vid,when I started out my knives were a Cold steel trail master, I bought used for $50.00 U.S, an Ontario USN MK2 I think from WW2,$10.00,and an old Buck knife 110 folder for $10.00.yard sale find.I still use my Military canteen cups to cook with,I bought heavy lids for them.You are right about buying good quality even if it is budget.You don’t want to have to by twice.Man it looks Cold there.
Thanks for stopping by brother. Buy once cry once they say! That's some nice vintage steel! Canteen kits are a great way to go as well👍. It was cold for sure but I was warm. Next vid is budget bushcraft clothing. See you on the next one👊.
Hi 👋 I am new to your channel I would like to say I think it’s one off the best on TH-cam 👍 Very easy and pleasurable to watch Very informative and to the point Well done keep them coming
Thrift shops dont produce a great deal every time but if you go regularly you will find a great deal. I have a bunch of fantastic vintage axes I bought at yard sales, a few I paid as little as $1 that I had to rehandle and restore. For some people its not worth it because it takes a lot of time to source these things out, I get that. Thanks for watching and keep looking for that deal my friend.👍
Great video Wade. I’m gonna send it to a couple of friends that I know that want to get started. I recently bought the husqvarna carpenters axe on eBay for $40.00 usd. It’s nice Swedish steel and a great little axe. So far I’m impressed by it.
Great selection, Wade, one budget company I have come to like is Lixada. I need to think of budget items now, as I spent quite a bit on a Swanndri shirt. Thanks again 👍😃
Excellent choices and what a great idea for a video. Few other things that I get and use are old wool sweaters or goretex parkas off Ebay or from thrift stores, cooking items suck as fry pans, pots, utensils from the same, tarps from Walmart.............
There are so many great options for good quality gear out there. It's fun searching for them as well! Ake care and thanks for watching and commenting!👍
Wade. I enjoy your philosophy on life and bushcraft. I really enjoyed this video as it has reinforced my desire to continue hunting for bargains. I also enjoy your gear reviews. Yes it nice to have the best but for me it is about trade offs. I confirm I just ordered two Hultafors OK4 with firesteel/ferro rods. One for backup for myself and one for my son’s birthday. I used your coupon code with Borealventures and thank you for that opportunity. I picked up a few more ideas and tricks from you once more.
Hi Bud. Great video. Some amazing budget gear out there. My moto has always been 'I'm too poor to buy cheap'. But that's cheap quality not cheap price. The Mora companion is proof of that. Keep warm my friend. BR Darryl
Great job Wade, you can have nice gar and not pay a lot. I've won some serious gear on TH-cam just by being involved and entering GAWs. Yard sales, thrift shops, tool consignment and flea markets are treasure troves. Awesome content my friend.
Thanks for the info, Wade! Definitely like yard sales and thrift store deals. But I recently bought a Gransfors wildlife hatchet. Holy expensive!!! Won't do that again!😂
Oh but David it is such a beautiful axe! Worth every penny! Once I handled a Grans SFA I had to have it. It's ok to treat yourself brother, have fun out there🌲🌲🌲
Mindset, skill-set, tool-set.... the first two are free! I've brought two "junky" Plumb hatchets back to life, and I'm more likely to pack one of them than my pricey Gransfors Small forest axe (it is just too precious, I can't imagine dinging it). How many people have axes they don't know how to sharpen?
Looking forward to the next video ,you can’t go wrong with the military kit in most cases,I use the same parkas,actually have the older and that gotetex one, great kit lots of great features you’ll start a rush for people looking for them after your next video,lol. Keep it going thanks
Hey Wade, I watched this when it was only a few hours old and commented but I look again and it’s gone lol tbf it was late when I did it. 😂😂 Really appreciate these kinds of video, not that I don’t like quality gear, I just can’t afford it. Yes I get it that quality gear lasts a hell of a lot longer lol. If I get something then my boys want that same exact thing hahaha so I essentially buy 4 of each. Military surplus is quality and usually how I go, just not from eBay...had some bad experiences there. 😂 ok wow I didn’t mean to leave a chapter book for you to read! Appreciate all you do! 👍 Many blessings and take care my friend, Nikki.
Hi Nikki , always good to hear from you. There are options for everybody out there and 4 boys are expensive to raise these days, that's a challenge for sure! Take care and I appreciate your support 👍!
My favourite budget gear is Terrava jaakaripuukko Corona saw Schrade scaxe2l Condor 3day assault pack GSI cup with nalgene Shemagh This $10 stool Canadian Tire paracord A good ol fashioned blue tarp
You hit the nail right on the head when you spoke about your flint and steel, Quote "something fun to play around with" and that sir, is the whole point, its fun, A glamour hobby for some? yes i would agree there are a few that would fit that description but not many, using hand tools, learning new skills whilst enjoying the outdoors is the one thing we all like doing and if you can afford good quality gear then great, we shouldn't feel guilty that we may have some of the best gear going you've probably worked your arse off to get it anyway. I've always said learn how to use your tools ⚒ first and then splash out if you can or if you want to, you just don't need to unless its -30! and you don't want crap gear that's going to let you down in that or your going to be in big trouble...... . oh by the way I thought you were playing space invaders 👽 then i realised you were stamping out the snow LOL..... just kidding :-) great talk on tools Wade, right behind you on that one regards Matt 🍻
Well said buddy, you always find the right words!😎 You should have a You Tube channel😂! The nice expensive axes, knives,clothing is usually worth the money actually, but if you dont have them or if you cant afford them, it shouldnt be a barrier to getting out in the woods.Take care Matt, I'm looking forward to your next one🍻👍
I agree 100 percent Wade. I have Fiskers hatchets and saws. Atleast 5 Mora knives, a couple from when they were called Frosts. Carbon and stainless. Nothing fancy. I am a craftsman by trade snd I prefer professional quality tools. I do own a custom knife, pride of ownership. Our good friend Tom likes jis gear old school and I respect that and him also as I do you. Anyway great advice my friend. Have a great day Wade. Tennessee
You have some great stuff there! Nothing wrong with buying high end gear, I just didnt want folks feeling left out if they didnt have all the latest and greatest. I love it when Tom gets new gear, it's always beautiful stuff! Take care bud!👊
Minus 21/3o with wind chill Lovely . We do have to be a bit careful here because there are a lot of crap out door stuff out there that would be considered as "Budget" but could get you killed because they will not stand up to the outdoors. So if you can get good gear the best you can the safer you will be...Good video thanks for sharing atb
Very true, thanks for that insight! Budget doesn't mean poor quality, we need good reliable gear for sure. I will talk about clothing in the next video actually, all budget, all warm! 👊
Great video wade I agree with other subscribers in gear collecting takes over I've been thru that phase but the most important thing is getting out there and enjoying the nature the word bushcraft is thrown around nowadays along with the commercialism that goes with it so many channels are just 30 minute adverts and endorsements on gear that's brand new and unused people new to it get caught up I've selected a handful of what I consider honest bushcraft channels that give an honest review and incorporate skills not just boiling coffee and gear reviews sorry rant over stay safe
Thanks for watching John, I truly appreciate your support! New gear is nice, dont get me wrong, but I have just as good of a time with budget gear as I do with the high $$$ stuff. Take care my friend and I enjoyed the rant😉👍
Haha funny you should say that. I had one all set to go and forgot it at home. It was too far to snowshoe back! It's my go to stove for light backpacking, you will see me use it in some of my hikes. Great recommendation, thanks!👍
Great video! I for one believe here in the US the bushcraft thing has gotten way out of hand. If I bought everything YouTub tells me I need (expensive items) I would be broke! and would need a 20 mule team to drag it in the woods! Keep up the great videos.TX
Haha its true though. I just wanted to get the message out that great gear can be bought on the cheap. It shouldnt keep someone out of the woods if they dont have a lot of $$$ to spend on gear, or if they just choose not to spend a lot. Thanks for watching!
Amazing just how much (expensive) stuff they say U "need" just 2 survive a 65° nite in central Florida,,, WOW !!!! How did i manage 2 survive all these year's without all this expensive gear ??
Great Items Wade ! I have kinda both expensive and budget for knives and gear... i always advocate Army Surplus as well to followers and friends , the funny thing is my uncles were all master outdoorsman and only carried Bucks and forged knives they made and actually fed the family in the 40' - 60's before they went in the Military .... outside the box is best ....cheers bro.....Spook....P.S. about to gift the OK4 To aLady friend whos outside hiking everyday ...great blade !
Hey brother, cool comment! I appreciate that as I know you have tried out all kinds of gear from both ends of the budget scale. 👍 I think the first vid I saw on the OK4 was yours, you were right! 👊 Take care my friend, Wade
Very informative video Wade ...I think we do often get caught up in the next best thing but I think buying the best quality we can afford isn't a bad thing especially if you're life may depend on it...... great presentation and we all started some place with gear....... what mittens are you wearing?
You said it, the best we can afford, it still needs to be dependable! The mitts are Canadian Forces Gauntlet mittens. I will talk a bit more about them in a video I will release in a day or two about Budget Bushcraft Clothing.
Great ideas Wade. I also like to carry a multitool when I'm out. I carry a Surge but there are many budget options that work well. As for axes, fiskars are good for the money, as well you can buy a husqvarna 26" axe for $50 Can. at a dealer here in Canada. Too bad you couldn't use your anorak to do a budget video, would be perfect for dealing with this 'polar vortex'. Take care and stay warm, Mike.
Hey buddy! I was warm in my "budget clothes" haha(video coming😀). The 26 Husky axe is a awesome value I have one. Unbeatable for the money! Thanks for the support my friend👍
I bought it from a friend at a "Bushcraft Gathering". It's available on Amazon I believe. Various lengths and strengths. It is also available untarred but I prefer tarred. Thanks for watching!
Great info-sometimes you just need to go for the best and good value like your anorak from Boreal Mountain Anoraks-where can i get some leather mittens like you have? I like your videos !
Very true, some gear is definitely worth spending a lot of money on for sure. It is still possible to have a comfortable and safe day in the woods with less expensive gear though. I enjoy it all! Take care and thanks for watching!
Wade Brother, this is bang on! I made two bushcraft axes (on for me, one for my son) about 10 years ago using two HB 0.7kgs hatchet heads, $7,00 each using two 21" hickory shafts in clearance from a hardware store, for $8.95 each. I renovate a lot of axes so it was easy to customize the shafts and soak them in oil. Finally I put a good edge on them and they are in good shape until this day. Your anorak is milsurp, what model is it? and the mitts look familiar, are they milsurp too? Best Regards, WS
That's cool brother, I bet those axes are nice, and a perfect pack size! The jacket is Mil Surp it's a Cdn Forces IECS. I will be talking about it in the next vid in a day or two. The gloves are Canadian Forces ECW Gauntlet mittens. I'll give you the lowdown on those as well😉 . Take care brother👊 The gloves
Great video! I have the same axe in my hunting cabin. I bought it used 2013. I always bring that one with me for overnighters in the wild and it never failed. With your video you show that everybody can enjoy the nature with simple, useful and not superexpensive stuff. Workmans tools work perfect in the woods toghether with military surplus in my opinion. Btw I like your fur trapper hat. Soon I need one. It starts to´s get cold even in the south of Sweden now.
Hello and thank you! Yes I believe the woods are for everybody. It's nice to have the latest and most expensive gear but it's not necessary. I'm releasing a vid soon about the clothes I was wearing that day and I'll talk about the hat. It's my favorite hat😀. Take care and have fun out there buddy!👍🌲
Wade, nice job. I have poor circulation in my hands (Raynaud's ) those mittens looked good what are they. I bought all kinds of useless mittens from llbeane.
Oh sorry to hear that brother. Raynauds make being outdoors in the cold not so pleasant! The mitts are Canadian Forces Extreme Cold Weather gauntlets. Very warm indeed! Available on Ebay or some Mil Surplus stores. I bought mine Mil Surplus. I will show them off a bit more in a day or two in a Budget clothing video These are very warm! Take care buddy, Wade
Really cool gear friend 🙂👍🏻 you should try a Fiskars axe or hatchet if you haven’t. They are the mora of axes. Very cheap and they chop extremely well. The only downside is they have to be sharpened frequently. I wasted so much money on semi custom knives. My most recent is a Bark River ultra light bushcrafter. It is an awesome knife but I keep going back to my regular mora companion. One of these days I will stop chasing the grail and just be satisfied 😂 thanks for the great video and braving the cold friend 🙂👍🏻
@@markbader4942 That's good to know. These are Canadian Military Surplus although I know they are also available online from various sources. Thanks for sharing👍
It's a Canadian Forces IECS jacket. I will have a video up in a day or two discussing Budget Bushcraft Clothing and will feature the jacket. It's a great jacket.👍
@@Woodswalker1965 It looks to have features in common with the Danish Army Jackets (that are Multicam). Thanks for your answer. Looking forward to next video ☺
Everyone in the outdoors communities just got hit with information and hype overload when in the past there was very little. I've made one or two expensive mistakes when I've listened to what is the current piece of must have gear on YT and it's me who has to deal with and learn from the consequences when out in nature. You know if the garage sale axe is good enough for your purposes and the money you save when not buying top dollar kit can maybe get you out in nature more, isn't that what we wanted to begin with?
One can clearly see, this is not your first time in the woods. Thanks for the work, Sir, taking of the gloves at minus 21 is'nt the most convenient thing to do. By the way, at minus 21 you better don't try to save money on your sleeping system. Awesome tips here, first watch at your channel, you have a new subscriber.
Hi thanks very much for watching and subscribing! I actually have a great system I used this winter that didn’t break the bank. You can check it out here if you 👍 th-cam.com/video/SvsnVmZzsng/w-d-xo.html
I have found a good source to obtain almost all of the items in your list except for the tared bank line for very little money it is a mail order site called wish shopping made fun, if you are interested.
I got turned around when I first started watching BC videos on YT. I'd done outdoors things since early teens and suddenly there was all these options out there I'd never even heard of. I bought some overpriced junk. You get back in your stride though and realise no one can choose your gear for you. You have to use it not the person or clique on YT or FB. That realisation in itself will save you money. Not everyone is comfortable with a £300 knife, I'd probably never use it.
Youre completely right about that. A beautiful and expensive axe or saw won't make your skills any better. Sometimes it's cool to have a few "nicer" items but not necessary. Thanks for watching and commenting my friend👍🌲
Very good information. Constructive criticism - you say "okay" a lot. Practice your presentation...you will notice the difference. Keep up the great work 👍.
Wade, I agree with you 100% that Bushcrafting has become an elitist pursuit at least as we see it portrayed on YT. I have watched many of your videos and have made purchases based thereon as well(LL Bean Continental Ruck for example). While I applaud your efforts with this video in particular; how about using a few of these "Budget" items in one of your usual videos? Most people simply can't afford an Isle Royal Jr. or a Savotta Jakkari as their go-to pack. Nor does the average person trying to get into this have the financial wherewithal to carry a GB Small Forest axe. While I truly enjoy your videos I literally cringe every time I see one wondering what new uber-tool you're gonna be showing off. I applaud your efforts but would take them more seriously if you actually practiced what you are preaching(at least with this video in particular!) Keep up the good work; just please bear in mind that people's perception determines their reality in that the average viewer tends to believe what they see.
Thanks for your continued support of the channel. I actually do use a lot of Mil Surplus clothing and sleep systems or budget equipment. I use vintage, yard sale axes regularly as well. Sleeping under a tarp using a military surplus sleeping bag and a yard sale axe is anything but elitist or glamorous. Take care and hope you enjoy future vids👍
Hi Wade, this video typifies one of the reasons I enjoy your channel so thoroughly- you seem to be such a grounded, pleasant, kind person! Clearly you enjoy “finer” things, but you do so without seeming snobbish, so it’s a pleasure to savor the experience with you vicariously. And you also seem to get just as much enjoyment out of simple, basic things, appreciating them just as much as high-end items and gadgets. Thank you for the kindness that led you to make this vid (and those to follow in the series); it demonstrates your warmth toward people, and your desire to include as many different folks as possible in the simple joy of savoring the outdoors. All the best to you & your family; stay warm, be safe, and breathe deep in all that fresh air!! 😄💐
Oh boy that was such a nice comment thank you so much! Its kind expressions such a yours that encourage me to keep making videos. It's TRUE though, only basic items are required to enjoy the outdoors. We are out there to enjoy nature arent we?
Take care and be safe, Wade👍😀
Amen. Not only does the budget mindset spark creativity, it also makes for an awesome treasure hunt. Support those thrift shops and they will take care of you too.
That's true Doug! It's easy to buy something online and flex the ol credit card but a great bargain from a thrift shop is more fun! You meet some interesting folks too! Take care brother!
Always carry an Opinel in my kit, cheap as chips, very light weight and super sharp
Good choice Andy👊 I need to look into those they look great for food prep as well. Cheers!
Woodswalker 1965 Absolutely Wade, even use one in the kitchen, super slicey 👍
Thanks for doing this type of vid Wade. There is to much marketing going on from people who seem to just want to showcase there high dollar items. There is no reason to break the bank just to go spend some time in the outdoors. And there is nothing low quality with military gear for example. I have gear that I’ve been using on and off for 30 years, was not high dollar back than but still high quality today!
You said it buddy, very true! Some gear is worth spending extra money on but usually Mil Surplus is great! I will have a clothing vid up in a few days my friend!😉
Great budget friendly recommendations Wade! I often do get caught up in the gear junkie frenzy myself but completely agree - the budget gear often performs just as well as the expensive ones! 😄👍
Great video, my friend. A lesson to learn here for people like me, who spend far too much on bushcraft gear!
😀 Haha well Bjorn I too am guilty of that, it's hard to resist! Take care my friend.
Great presentation of budget yet quality gear. I guess, unfortunately, once you get into the bushcraft/primitive camping arena one gets to be a gear junkie. I’m now in therapy working to overcome my addiction. 😁
Once you get over 10 of each C you have over 50 items right there. Then you branch off to the other 5 C’s and you then have to kick a family member out of their bedroom to store everything. Totally out off control. 😂
Seriously though, your point is very well taken and glad you’re making the point. Thanks Wade!!
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Haha, I am so guilty of it as well! Is there a 12 step program for us?🤣
I love the high end stuff too, works of art sometimes, and many times they are worth the money but it's also possible to get by with less.
Thanks for the great comment!👊🌲👍🍻
Another great down to Earth video - stay safe it’s chilly out there!!!!
Oh I will! Thanks very much for watching and commenting!😀👍
👍👍Another great , no nonsense video from you . all bases covered .cheers Wade 👍👍
Thank you, I always appreciate hearing from you! Take care👊
@@Woodswalker1965 👍👍Thanks friend , have a good weekend 👊Wayne👍👍
You too👍
Excellent tips Wade!! I just ordered Tim and I the Mora HD that you showed in this video. Cant wait to get it!
Hey Carey! You wont be disappointed brother, let me know how you guys like them! 🍻😎 Thanks for watching!
Great video. Love your approach to budget items. I shop thrift shops, garage sales, etc and always find great deals. Amazing finds at time. Thanks for doing this!
Hi Nathan thanks for your feedback. Happy bargain hunting brother!👍 Wade
This was perfect for the budget friendly Wade!
There’ll be some people thinking different but they must remember, budget is in the eye of the beholder!! Lol
Have a great weekend ✌️🇨🇦🍻
That's very true, it's all about perspective! I thought it would work for most people. Take care buddy and have a great weekend!🍻👍😎
Another great video and great budget gear it can be found with a little searching and patience!
Greetings Wade! What a great video! Awesome that it was inspired by a comment! Great overview of quality gear at good prices! Thanks for taking us along! Have a blessed one
Thanks for stopping by I always appreciate your support buddy! Keep up the great content 😎👍
nice vid...great examples of low cost gear without sacrificing quality! 5K just around the bend...congrats...well earned!
Thanks buddy, stay tuned for a GAW, I appreciate your support!👊
Great video Wade. I need to garage sale more often! :)
Hey buddy! Well ya never know what you can find!😉
Very good points ! The whole point is getting out , enjoying and learning, no such thing as bad weather only bad gear
Yup that's right, if you dress for it any weather is a pleasure to be in. Thank you for watching my friend!👍
Well done Wade 👍🏻😉 very important issue your talking about … the main goal is to come out there
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Atb Tom
Thank you. Yes you got it! I still like my "finer" gear but it shouldnt ve a barrier to getting out into the woods. Cheers buddy! 🌲❄🍻😀
Great subject Wade and video. I really didn’t have much In expensive gear until a few years ago. I’m 57 and it’s always been camping to me, but thanks to you and many other great channels I have really enjoyed the last few years of Bush-Craft. I picked up a new pack and a few other things and I really enjoy using them. But I haven’t gone crazy buying stuff. I’ve always said quality has its place.
Thanks! It's always nice to treat yourself to some nice gear 👍! I'm guilty of it myself 😀👍! I really appreciate your support my friend, thanks so much for watching and commenting.
Have fun out there🌲🔥🛶🍻👍
Great advice! I have that Corona...Lowe's $19.95
It's actually a really good saw. Keeps an edge and has a real good grip.
I have 3 Gransfors and 1 on the way but my favorite axe is a small axe like that came from my family's old farm owned by my grandfather. You just can't beat sentimental tools.
I agree about the sentimental tools brother. Theres something about a Gransfors as well. They are dang beautiful to look at and a joy to use, I love the few I have. Take care bud and thanks for watching!
Love this subject.
I agree with so much of what toy David here and I like that you emphasized the fact that budget doesn't mean poor quality.
It is very easy to get sucked into "latest is greatest" mentality, especially when you're into long distance hiking. But I often remind myself that people were doing this outdoor thing since before we were actually people. So surely we can do it with ten year old gear.
That's right Buck. It's nice to treat ourselves once in a while to a shiny new piece of gear but not having it shouldnt keep us out of the woods. Thanks for watching brother, take care👊
One man's junk, another's treasure...awesome video! Great ideas on where to find some quality stuff without paying an arm and a leg! Have the Wal-Mart cup, got a Stanley 2 cup that I use for water/pot there as well for a little more. Plastic tab on top is melting, but can be replaced...it nests with the cup and works well with little BSR stove (some places I go don't allow fires). Also-love wool blankets! So warm! Thank you!
Thanks for watching! Those Stanley cups are great, such good value!👍
Excellent video Wade :) Some very valid points. It can be tricky when starting off. Knowing what to but without wasting your money. I try and buy the best I can afford. This is mainly down to the build quality. But like you say, there are plenty of options for buying quality gear for a reasonable price. You showed some good options for good tools that don't cost the earth :) Have a great weekend brother, all the best, Mark :)
Hey Mark, thanks for watching. I enjoy good quality gear. If I need to spend $$$$ I will absolutely, especially when I know it will last for many years. It's nice to have options and you're right , when you're just starting out it's not smart to spend money on gear that may not last. Take care buddy see you on the next one👊
It's about enjoying it... It doesn't have to be "posh" or "ritzy". A $25 bush knife on Amazon properly sharpened and maintained works as well as a $100 blade by _____? A $50 45-50L backpack well chosen and not abused does as well as _______? An empty 3/4 - 1pd coffee can with the right cuts and holes makes for a hell of a good field stove. And I don't have an axe LoL ! Don't have any titanium either...
Excellent! Thank you for making this. Thrift stores, yard sales and bartering are my things!
I like to spend my money wisely on most things in life, saving up for the important things in my life. Like beer:)
Actually, I am building a mini home (12'x28') and rather enjoy doing all I can "on the cheap".
Really enjoy your channel, keep doing what you do, its a pleasure to watch. No music, no fluffy B roll.... very nice. Enjoy your day.
Thank you my friend, I agree always save a few dollars for beer! 🍻😎. Take care and good luck with the build!
Tha Corona hand saw is awesome, and is my go to saw when I'm backpacking due to its light weight and effective razor tooth blade. I had the larger 10" saw but downsized to the 7" to save even more weight. I'm still able to saw up plenty of wood for my campfires... -21 degree? Yikes! Stay warm my friend!🇺🇸✌🍺
I wasnt aware they had a smaller saw, sweet! You can do a lot of work with a small saw as you well know. Thanks for watching!
Thort it was Bruce Willis on thump nail.😂😂👍just found your channel great vid awesome just got a nother sub👍
Haha thanks for watching and subbing my friend! I get the Bruce Willis thing a lot actually, too funny😂😂😂😂! Take care
@@Woodswalker1965 thanks buddy
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Awesome video Wade. Thrift shops are a great source to find great gear. You scored on the Hults axes !
Sure did😀. Now I need to brush up on my leathermaking skills and make up some decent axe masks. Thanks for watching my friend.
Great video! I got most of my gear from local army surplus stores, Wal-Mart has a lot if gear very inexpensive, I have the same nesting pots, they work great, eBay is also great for finding quality gear for very reasonable prices. I bought several army wool blankets at the salvation army for $7 each. Love your channel , thanks for doing this budget series!
Hello my friend, I appreciate those comments. So many places to get awesome budget gear but still excellent quality!
Second hand stores , kijiji , craigs list , buy and trade groups on FB aswell , great video brother. Garage sales are my favorite lol
Thanks Al, I thought you might approve! Take care brother!
Got yourself set & ready for any outing, Wade ! Thanks for sharing your gear ! ATB T God Bless
Thanks so much my friend. I really appreciate your support and kind words. Take care,👊
Good stuff. Nice guide of tools to put in my bag
Thanks for watching!
Great budget items!
Thank you my friend!👊
Great Video Wade. The Corona Folding saw is also available at Home Hardware for$27.99. Great saw, i have one myself. Keep up the Great work
Sweet, cheaper than Amazon! Thanks for passing that along brother! Wade
Lowes,, a little over $19.00,, sometimes on sale 4 a little less. And yes it's a really good saw,, i hv maybe half dozen stashed here n there...
I'm pretty sure I got mine at Lowes. Great deal! Thanks for the input👊
Great kit! Has tons of possibilites you can do with it.
Thanks for watching my friend!👍
Great video Wade. Keep them coming. 👍
How ya doing Bernie Thanks!
Great vid,when I started out my knives were a Cold steel trail master, I bought used for $50.00 U.S, an Ontario USN MK2 I think from WW2,$10.00,and an old Buck knife 110 folder for $10.00.yard sale find.I still use my Military canteen cups to cook with,I bought heavy lids for them.You are right about buying good quality even if it is budget.You don’t want to have to by twice.Man it looks Cold there.
Thanks for stopping by brother. Buy once cry once they say! That's some nice vintage steel! Canteen kits are a great way to go as well👍. It was cold for sure but I was warm. Next vid is budget bushcraft clothing. See you on the next one👊.
Good tips for those starting out !
Yes Sir, and maybe for us old dogs too Steve haha! Take care bud!
Hi 👋 I am new to your channel
I would like to say I think it’s one off the best on TH-cam 👍
Very easy and pleasurable to watch
Very informative and to the point
Well done keep them coming
Thank you very much my friend! I'm glad you like it so far and hope you stick around for future content! Take care😀👍
great video you don't need much to get out and about just keep it simple good information
Thank you very much. I appreciate the comment. Take care!
Nicely done bud! Them some serious mitts you got there!!
Thanks brother! CF Extreme Cold Weather Mittens from the Mil Surplus😉
I like a bargain lol.
Getting a great deal on a wool blanket, and a couple of axes aren't really repeatable on the regular.
Thrift shops dont produce a great deal every time but if you go regularly you will find a great deal. I have a bunch of fantastic vintage axes I bought at yard sales, a few I paid as little as $1 that I had to rehandle and restore.
For some people its not worth it because it takes a lot of time to source these things out, I get that.
Thanks for watching and keep looking for that deal my friend.👍
Your very very welcome
Great video Wade. I’m gonna send it to a couple of friends that I know that want to get started. I recently bought the husqvarna carpenters axe on eBay for $40.00 usd. It’s nice Swedish steel and a great little axe. So far I’m impressed by it.
Good choice brother, Husqvarna make a great axe, I have a few!
Thanks for the share, I really appreciate it👊🌲❄🍻
Great selection, Wade, one budget company I have come to like is Lixada. I need to think of budget items now, as I spent quite a bit on a Swanndri shirt. Thanks again 👍😃
Lixada makes some excellent gear, it is not a compromise it works well! Oh boy that Swanndri Shirt is sweet, enjoy that brother!👍
Excellent choices and what a great idea for a video. Few other things that I get and use are old wool sweaters or goretex parkas off Ebay or from thrift stores, cooking items suck as fry pans, pots, utensils from the same, tarps from Walmart.............
There are so many great options for good quality gear out there. It's fun searching for them as well! Ake care and thanks for watching and commenting!👍
About to leave for work. Enjoyed the video. Very good recommendations.
Have a great day and thanks for watching my friend!👍
Thanks for sharing this great video! !!! Well done my brother.
Marco, thank you I appreciate that! Take care my friend! Wade
Wade. I enjoy your philosophy on life and bushcraft. I really enjoyed this video as it has reinforced my desire to continue hunting for bargains. I also enjoy your gear reviews. Yes it nice to have the best but for me it is about trade offs. I confirm I just ordered two Hultafors OK4 with firesteel/ferro rods. One for backup for myself and one for my son’s birthday. I used your coupon code with Borealventures and thank you for that opportunity. I picked up a few more ideas and tricks from you once more.
Hi Jeff thanks for checking out some of the older vids. I love a bargain too my friend!
Hi Bud. Great video. Some amazing budget gear out there. My moto has always been 'I'm too poor to buy cheap'. But that's cheap quality not cheap price. The Mora companion is proof of that. Keep warm my friend. BR Darryl
They are some wise words friend! Thanks for watching bud and for your input I appreciate it! Take care, Wade
Very cool video.Enjoyed it !!!
Thank you I appreciate the kind comment! 👍👊
Great job Wade, you can have nice gar and not pay a lot. I've won some serious gear on TH-cam just by being involved and entering GAWs. Yard sales, thrift shops, tool consignment and flea markets are treasure troves. Awesome content my friend.
You got it Kevin, there are lots of ways to snag some top quality gear without emptying your wallet. Thanks for the support buddy!
Wow really cold. Watching from San Jose California. 👌
Yes our weather is different from San Jose❄️😀
Thanks for the info, Wade! Definitely like yard sales and thrift store deals. But I recently bought a Gransfors wildlife hatchet. Holy expensive!!! Won't do that again!😂
Oh but David it is such a beautiful axe! Worth every penny! Once I handled a Grans SFA I had to have it. It's ok to treat yourself brother, have fun out there🌲🌲🌲
You have fun out there too, bud!!! Peace!✌
Perfect! Thank you!
You're very welcome. Thank you for watching!
Mindset, skill-set, tool-set.... the first two are free! I've brought two "junky" Plumb hatchets back to life, and I'm more likely to pack one of them than my pricey Gransfors Small forest axe (it is just too precious, I can't imagine dinging it). How many people have axes they don't know how to sharpen?
Wow those gloves are a proper job
I'm so happy with them, money well spent I think. Thanks for watching👍
Looking forward to the next video ,you can’t go wrong with the military kit in most cases,I use the same parkas,actually have the older and that gotetex one, great kit lots of great features you’ll start a rush for people looking for them after your next video,lol. Keep it going thanks
Thanks for watching buddy.Youre right about the Milsurp gear, pretty good stuff usually. I love that jacket, it was a bargain! See you on the next!👊
I just realized your wearing the combat jacket I thought it was the parka. They both have the same style pockets etc,,great gear
Sounds like you know your military gear!😎👊
Btdt. Long time ago
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Liked the video. Mora knives are reason enough.
Thank you Fellow Walker 😎. Moras are great, no real reason to spend more $$$$ but we do. Lol. Take care, Wade
Great info well done, enjoyed watching
Thanks very much, glad you found it useful brother.👍
Good one Buddy !! 👍👍
Thanks Tim, take er easy buddy!
Hey Wade, I watched this when it was only a few hours old and commented but I look again and it’s gone lol tbf it was late when I did it. 😂😂 Really appreciate these kinds of video, not that I don’t like quality gear, I just can’t afford it. Yes I get it that quality gear lasts a hell of a lot longer lol. If I get something then my boys want that same exact thing hahaha so I essentially buy 4 of each. Military surplus is quality and usually how I go, just not from eBay...had some bad experiences there. 😂 ok wow I didn’t mean to leave a chapter book for you to read! Appreciate all you do! 👍 Many blessings and take care my friend, Nikki.
Hi Nikki , always good to hear from you. There are options for everybody out there and 4 boys are expensive to raise these days, that's a challenge for sure! Take care and I appreciate your support 👍!
My favourite budget gear is
Terrava jaakaripuukko
Corona saw
Schrade scaxe2l
Condor 3day assault pack
GSI cup with nalgene
Shemagh
This $10 stool
Canadian Tire paracord
A good ol fashioned blue tarp
That is some great gear, thanks for sharing. The Jaakaripuuko looks like a great blade, well worth the money!
Great recommendations and choices brother 👍
Thanks Doug , I appreciate that!👊
You hit the nail right on the head when you spoke about your flint and steel, Quote "something fun to play around with" and that sir, is the whole point, its fun, A glamour hobby for some? yes i would agree there are a few that would fit that description but not many, using hand tools, learning new skills whilst enjoying the outdoors is the one thing we all like doing and if you can afford good quality gear then great, we shouldn't feel guilty that we may have some of the best gear going you've probably worked your arse off to get it anyway. I've always said learn how to use your tools ⚒ first and then splash out if you can or if you want to, you just don't need to unless its -30! and you don't want crap gear that's going to let you down in that or your going to be in big trouble...... . oh by the way I thought you were playing space invaders 👽 then i realised you were stamping out the snow LOL..... just kidding :-) great talk on tools Wade, right behind you on that one regards Matt 🍻
Well said buddy, you always find the right words!😎 You should have a You Tube channel😂! The nice expensive axes, knives,clothing is usually worth the money actually, but if you dont have them or if you cant afford them, it shouldnt be a barrier to getting out in the woods.Take care Matt, I'm looking forward to your next one🍻👍
Great video mate, subbed you. Warm hello from the Highlands of Scotland 👍
Thanks for the sub my friend, what an amazingly beautiful country you live in ! I hope you like the future content, take care!🌲❄👍
I agree 100 percent Wade. I have Fiskers hatchets and saws. Atleast 5 Mora knives, a couple from when they were called Frosts. Carbon and stainless. Nothing fancy. I am a craftsman by trade snd I prefer professional quality tools. I do own a custom knife, pride of ownership. Our good friend Tom likes jis gear old school and I respect that and him also as I do you. Anyway great advice my friend. Have a great day Wade. Tennessee
You have some great stuff there!
Nothing wrong with buying high end gear, I just didnt want folks feeling left out if they didnt have all the latest and greatest.
I love it when Tom gets new gear, it's always beautiful stuff!
Take care bud!👊
Great presentation i like it a lot
Thanks brother I appreciate your comment. Take care👊
Minus 21/3o with wind chill Lovely . We do have to be a bit careful here because there are a lot of crap out door stuff out there that would be considered as "Budget" but could get you killed because they will not stand up to the outdoors. So if you can get good gear the best you can the safer you will be...Good video thanks for sharing atb
Very true, thanks for that insight! Budget doesn't mean poor quality, we need good reliable gear for sure. I will talk about clothing in the next video actually, all budget, all warm! 👊
Great video wade I agree with other subscribers in gear collecting takes over I've been thru that phase but the most important thing is getting out there and enjoying the nature the word bushcraft is thrown around nowadays along with the commercialism that goes with it so many channels are just 30 minute adverts and endorsements on gear that's brand new and unused people new to it get caught up I've selected a handful of what I consider honest bushcraft channels that give an honest review and incorporate skills not just boiling coffee and gear reviews sorry rant over stay safe
Thanks for watching John, I truly appreciate your support! New gear is nice, dont get me wrong, but I have just as good of a time with budget gear as I do with the high $$$ stuff. Take care my friend and I enjoyed the rant😉👍
Great video!
Thank you🤜🤛👍
Very cool video mate I wish I could find axes that cheap round here lol but good place to look none the less
Hey Paul, I admit bargains like that are hard to find. Keep looking mate, you never know! Take care!
Appreciate your effort, . I could see a fancy feast alcool stove and windscreen in the car pot kit.cost , basically zero..
Haha funny you should say that. I had one all set to go and forgot it at home. It was too far to snowshoe back! It's my go to stove for light backpacking, you will see me use it in some of my hikes. Great recommendation, thanks!👍
Great video! I for one believe here in the US the bushcraft thing has gotten way out of hand. If I bought everything YouTub tells me I need (expensive items) I would be broke! and would need a 20 mule team to drag it in the woods! Keep up the great videos.TX
Haha its true though. I just wanted to get the message out that great gear can be bought on the cheap. It shouldnt keep someone out of the woods if they dont have a lot of $$$ to spend on gear, or if they just choose not to spend a lot. Thanks for watching!
Amazing just how much (expensive) stuff they say U "need" just 2 survive a 65° nite in central Florida,,, WOW !!!! How did i manage 2 survive all these year's without all this expensive gear ??
Need and want are two different things my friend as you well know.😀 Thanks for commenting👊
Thanks for the info
You're very welcome, thanks for watching!
Great Items Wade ! I have kinda both expensive and budget for knives and gear... i always advocate Army Surplus as well to followers and friends , the funny thing is my uncles were all master outdoorsman and only carried Bucks and forged knives they made and actually fed the family in the 40' - 60's before they went in the Military .... outside the box is best ....cheers bro.....Spook....P.S. about to gift the OK4 To aLady friend whos outside hiking everyday ...great blade !
Hey brother, cool comment! I appreciate that as I know you have tried out all kinds of gear from both ends of the budget scale. 👍 I think the first vid I saw on the OK4 was yours, you were right! 👊
Take care my friend, Wade
@@Woodswalker1965 cheers brotha ! I appreciate u !,;:,; Spook
Great video. ...thanks.
Thanks a lot for watching John!
Very informative video Wade ...I think we do often get caught up in the next best thing but I think buying the best quality we can afford isn't a bad thing especially if you're life may depend on it...... great presentation and we all started some place with gear....... what mittens are you wearing?
You said it, the best we can afford, it still needs to be dependable! The mitts are Canadian Forces Gauntlet mittens. I will talk a bit more about them in a video I will release in a day or two about Budget Bushcraft Clothing.
Great ideas Wade. I also like to carry a multitool when I'm out. I carry a Surge but there are many budget options that work well. As for axes, fiskars are good for the money, as well you can buy a husqvarna 26" axe for $50 Can. at a dealer here in Canada.
Too bad you couldn't use your anorak to do a budget video, would be perfect for dealing with this 'polar vortex'.
Take care and stay warm, Mike.
Hey buddy! I was warm in my "budget clothes" haha(video coming😀). The 26 Husky axe is a awesome value I have one. Unbeatable for the money! Thanks for the support my friend👍
Great video as always. Where did you get the bank line?
I bought it from a friend at a "Bushcraft Gathering". It's available on Amazon I believe. Various lengths and strengths. It is also available untarred but I prefer tarred. Thanks for watching!
Great info-sometimes you just need to go for the best and good value like your anorak from Boreal Mountain Anoraks-where can i get some leather mittens like you have? I like your videos !
Very true, some gear is definitely worth spending a lot of money on for sure. It is still possible to have a comfortable and safe day in the woods with less expensive gear though. I enjoy it all! Take care and thanks for watching!
Nicely explained,I'm using expensive and less expensive tools,depending what kind of task
Right tool for the right task👊
Wade Brother, this is bang on! I made two bushcraft axes (on for me, one for my son) about 10 years ago using two HB 0.7kgs hatchet heads, $7,00 each using two 21" hickory shafts in clearance from a hardware store, for $8.95 each. I renovate a lot of axes so it was easy to customize the shafts and soak them in oil. Finally I put a good edge on them and they are in good shape until this day. Your anorak is milsurp, what model is it? and the mitts look familiar, are they milsurp too? Best Regards, WS
That's cool brother, I bet those axes are nice, and a perfect pack size! The jacket is Mil Surp it's a Cdn Forces IECS. I will be talking about it in the next vid in a day or two. The gloves are Canadian Forces ECW Gauntlet mittens. I'll give you the lowdown on those as well😉 . Take care brother👊
The gloves
Great video! I have the same axe in my hunting cabin. I bought it used 2013. I always bring that one with me for overnighters in the wild and it never failed. With your video you show that everybody can enjoy the nature with simple, useful and not superexpensive stuff. Workmans tools work perfect in the woods toghether with military surplus in my opinion. Btw I like your fur trapper hat. Soon I need one. It starts to´s get cold even in the south of Sweden now.
Hello and thank you! Yes I believe the woods are for everybody. It's nice to have the latest and most expensive gear but it's not necessary. I'm releasing a vid soon about the clothes I was wearing that day and I'll talk about the hat. It's my favorite hat😀. Take care and have fun out there buddy!👍🌲
Doesn’t matter what you have, only thing is know your gear train/practice with it. There is no right or wrong.
You are correct my friend. Get tools that you like and are comfortable with...then train.👍
Wade, nice job. I have poor circulation in my hands (Raynaud's ) those mittens looked good what are they. I bought all kinds of useless mittens from llbeane.
Oh sorry to hear that brother. Raynauds make being outdoors in the cold not so pleasant!
The mitts are Canadian Forces Extreme Cold Weather gauntlets. Very warm indeed! Available on Ebay or some Mil Surplus stores. I bought mine Mil Surplus.
I will show them off a bit more in a day or two in a Budget clothing video
These are very warm! Take care buddy, Wade
Really cool gear friend 🙂👍🏻 you should try a Fiskars axe or hatchet if you haven’t. They are the mora of axes. Very cheap and they chop extremely well. The only downside is they have to be sharpened frequently. I wasted so much money on semi custom knives. My most recent is a Bark River ultra light bushcrafter. It is an awesome knife but I keep going back to my regular mora companion. One of these days I will stop chasing the grail and just be satisfied 😂 thanks for the great video and braving the cold friend 🙂👍🏻
Fiskars make a great axe for sure, very good value! I've always like the looks of that Bark River UL, maybe one day!🤔 Haha! Take care my friend!
nice gear
Thank you , I appreciate that!
Where'd you get your gauntlet mitts? I've been looking for a pair, but nothing worthwhile so far.
There they are at Cabelas.
@@markbader4942 That's good to know. These are Canadian Military Surplus although I know they are also available online from various sources. Thanks for sharing👍
@@Woodswalker1965 Betcha my local surplus store will beat their price with a stick, I'll call them.
Let me know how you make out👍
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Hey Mike! Thanks bro!
What's your jacket ?
It's a Canadian Forces IECS jacket. I will have a video up in a day or two discussing Budget Bushcraft Clothing and will feature the jacket. It's a great jacket.👍
@@Woodswalker1965 It looks to have features in common with the Danish Army Jackets (that are Multicam).
Thanks for your answer.
Looking forward to next video ☺
Hmm I'll check them out. Thanks!
I got a antique swedish ax head at a flea market for $5... great bargain I think
I'd say that's a great bargain. Well done and thanks for the comment! 👍
@@Woodswalker1965 Thanx for the vid!
Right on brother👊
Everyone in the outdoors communities just got hit with information and hype overload when in the past there was very little. I've made one or two expensive mistakes when I've listened to what is the current piece of must have gear on YT and it's me who has to deal with and learn from the consequences when out in nature. You know if the garage sale axe is good enough for your purposes and the money you save when not buying top dollar kit can maybe get you out in nature more, isn't that what we wanted to begin with?
Very true. Not much is needed to have a great time in the woods! Thanks for watching!
One can clearly see, this is not your first time in the woods. Thanks for the work, Sir, taking of the gloves at minus 21 is'nt the most convenient thing to do. By the way, at minus 21 you better don't try to save money on your sleeping system. Awesome tips here, first watch at your channel, you have a new subscriber.
Hi thanks very much for watching and subscribing! I actually have a great system I used this winter that didn’t break the bank. You can check it out here if you 👍
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I have found a good source to obtain almost all of the items in your list except for the tared bank line for very little money it is a mail order site called wish shopping made fun, if you are interested.
Hey thank you very much, I'm familiar with Wish, lots of cool items! Thanks for watching and sharing about Wish. Take care! 👍
I got turned around when I first started watching BC videos on YT. I'd done outdoors things since early teens and suddenly there was all these options out there I'd never even heard of. I bought some overpriced junk. You get back in your stride though and realise no one can choose your gear for you. You have to use it not the person or clique on YT or FB. That realisation in itself will save you money. Not everyone is comfortable with a £300 knife, I'd probably never use it.
Youre completely right about that. A beautiful and expensive axe or saw won't make your skills any better. Sometimes it's cool to have a few "nicer" items but not necessary. Thanks for watching and commenting my friend👍🌲
Very good information. Constructive criticism - you say "okay" a lot. Practice your presentation...you will notice the difference. Keep up the great work 👍.
Thanks very much, always room for improvement. Take care✌️
Wade, I agree with you 100% that Bushcrafting has become an elitist pursuit at least as we see it portrayed on YT. I have watched many of your videos and have made purchases based thereon as well(LL Bean Continental Ruck for example). While I applaud your efforts with this video in particular; how about using a few of these "Budget" items in one of your usual videos? Most people simply can't afford an Isle Royal Jr. or a Savotta Jakkari as their go-to pack. Nor does the average person trying to get into this have the financial wherewithal to carry a GB Small Forest axe. While I truly enjoy your videos I literally cringe every time I see one wondering what new uber-tool you're gonna be showing off. I applaud your efforts but would take them more seriously if you actually practiced what you are preaching(at least with this video in particular!) Keep up the good work; just please bear in mind that people's perception determines their reality in that the average viewer tends to believe what they see.
Thanks for your continued support of the channel. I actually do use a lot of Mil Surplus clothing and sleep systems or budget equipment. I use vintage, yard sale axes regularly as well.
Sleeping under a tarp using a military surplus sleeping bag and a yard sale axe is anything but elitist or glamorous. Take care and hope you enjoy future vids👍