Author Archives: Ray-H

Pathfinder Waterproof Pocket Survival Guides

The Pathfinder Waterproof Pocket Survival Guide series is comprised of 8 guides that cover different aspects of Survival, ideal as a tool to help you learn in the field or to keep in your pack to use as a reference … Continue reading

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DD Hammocks – Camping Hammock and Tarp review

I had never climbed into a hammock before I tried one out while on a bushcraft course in April this year, I just didn’t think I could really be comfortable sleeping in one. So when I laid back l knew … Continue reading

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Podcast Episode 3

The Third episode of the Urban Bushcraft Podcast is out now. In this show we talk about our day at The Bushcraft Show and what we purchased at the show, discuss the Bear Grylls knife range, Mark briefly reviews Facing Up … Continue reading

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Ben Orford Crook Knives

I recently purchased some Ben Orford crook knives and compared to the Mora ones I have used in the past they produce better results on the end product. Created using 01 tool steel  in a number of sizes with a … Continue reading

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Gerber Bear Grylls Compact Fixed Blade Knife

Of the knives I have reviewed so far from the Bear Grylls range from Gerber this is my favorite, it feels less tactical in design than the others. Made from 7Cr17Mov steel (roughly equivalent to 440A) the 3.4 inch blade … Continue reading

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