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Shop now. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:31:11-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"4 inch"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_motivator_product"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":165214027825,"handle":"anthony-powers-featured-gear","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:02-04:00","published_at":"2020-10-06T11:32:21-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"list","published_scope":"web","title":"Anthony Power's Featured Gear","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/files\/Anthony_Powers.jpg?v=1602004874\" style=\"float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/files\/Anthony_Powers_480x480.jpg?v=1602004874\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e"},{"id":284053185,"handle":"best-sellers","title":"Best Sellers","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:02-04:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:31:05-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_motivator_product"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":284072385,"handle":"cutting-tools","title":"Cutting Tools","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:30:07-04:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:31:05-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Cutting Tools"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_motivator_product"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2016-10-12T13:39:39-04:00","alt":"","width":52,"height":52,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/collections\/cutting-tools_60x60_f60f89da-f458-4c07-94dd-dd7aab3276ac.png?v=1476293979"}},{"id":293498241,"handle":"hunting-gear","title":"Hunting Gear","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:01-04:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow to Carry All Your Hunting Gear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want an easy way to carry all of your hunting gear, then invest in a hunting pack. Your bag should be large enough to accommodate your equipment, durable, waterproof, comfortable, and easily accessible in case you need to reach inside quickly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview the rest of our \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHunting Gear\u003c\/span\u003e frequently asked questions here:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#huntingGear\"\u003eDo I Need Different Hunting Gear for Different Animals?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#GetHuntingGear\"\u003eWhat Hunting Gear Should I Get?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#StoreHuntingGear\"\u003eWhere to Store Hunting Gear?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"huntingGear\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I Need Different Hunting Gear for Different Animals?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: Yes, you do need different hunting gear for different animals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/1-mink-snare-dozen\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/1-mink-snare-dozen\"\u003emink snare\u003c\/a\u003e is not going to work as well on a coyote as it might on a rabbit. If you plan to see medium-sized mammals like possums, woodchucks, or fishers, then you’ll want something large and durable like a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/160-double-spring-body-grip-traps\"\u003edouble spring body grip trap\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you begin shopping for hunting gear like traps and snares, think about the environment you’ll be in and the kind of game you’re likely to see. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"GetHuntingGear\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Hunting Gear Should I Get?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour hunting experience is only as good as your gear, which means you want to invest in the right equipment for your outdoor adventure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start, you’ll need the right clothing so that you can stay comfortable, dry, and warm even through freezing nights: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOveralls or pants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn your hunting pack, you’ll want to bring: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinoculars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone saw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirestarters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Aid supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBow and arrow, traps, and\/or snares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadlamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnives (hunting and survival) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPS, compass, and\/or map\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCordage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"StoreHuntingGear\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere to Store Hunting Gear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you’re back at camp, it’s easy to place all your hunting gear back in your pack until you need it next. But when you get back to your home, your equipment suddenly becomes a dangerous liability, especially if you share your home with young children. You want to be sure that you safely and securely put your hunting gear away when you’re at home or around inexperienced bushcrafters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s recommended that you store your belongings in a climate-controlled area. A designated area like this is critical as it prevents sunlight access and humidity or moisture from building up around your expensive gear, which can otherwise result in mold, discoloration, and warping. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:30:11-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Hunting Gear"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2016-10-07T10:16:31-04:00","alt":"","width":52,"height":52,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/collections\/hunting-gear_grande_60b7a951-7a5f-4232-a412-9c5a951dbc7e.png?v=1475849791"}},{"id":156480110641,"handle":"kevin-baxter","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:02-04:00","published_at":"2019-11-30T10:25:46-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Kevin Baxter's Featured Gear","body_html":""},{"id":156481388593,"handle":"matt-mercer","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:01-04:00","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:30:17-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"list","published_scope":"web","title":"Matt Mercer Featured Gear","body_html":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/files\/Matt_Mercer_Affiliate.jpg?v=1575129248\" alt=\"Matt Mercer Featured Gear\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e"},{"id":284590977,"handle":"pks-knives","title":"Pathfinder Knife Shop Knives","updated_at":"2022-05-14T17:25:07-04:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/files\/31682343_1670465329704830_7041262117701287936_o_1024x1024.jpg?v=1526474153\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12pt; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:30:10-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"list","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"PKS"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_motivator_product"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":33939128369,"handle":"pks-branded","title":"PKS Branded","updated_at":"2022-05-14T17:25:07-04:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:30:17-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"PKS"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":154164002865,"handle":"shawn-kelly","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:01-04:00","published_at":"2019-11-05T07:23:44-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"list","published_scope":"web","title":"Shawn Kelly Featured Gear","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/files\/Shawn_Kelly_Affiliate_2.jpg?v=1572962446\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e"},{"id":79849357361,"handle":"store-sale","title":"Store Sale","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:02-04:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2018-11-04T17:45:00-05:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"STORE SALE"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":293498369,"handle":"survival-gear","title":"Survival Gear","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:35:02-04:00","body_html":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Survival Gear is Necessary?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThink about essential survival gear like a First Aid kit. It’s designed to get you out of tough spots and respond quickly to emergency situations until you can safely get to a hospital. Similarly, essential survival gear should include items like a map of the area, a compass, fire starting supplies like a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/c-steel-flint-set?variant=24814491393\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/c-steel-flint-set?variant=24814491393\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eflint and steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, blankets to keep you warm, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/pathfinder-trade-knife?variant=27473936641\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/pathfinder-trade-knife?variant=27473936641\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ebush knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/emergency-sleeping-bag\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/emergency-sleeping-bag\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eemergency sleeping bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/7-strand-550-paracord?variant=24813795713\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/7-strand-550-paracord?variant=24813795713\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eparacord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/gomboy-folding-saw?variant=15393052753969\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/gomboy-folding-saw?variant=15393052753969\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003efolding saw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and some kind of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/the-best-headlamp-for-hunting-princeton-tec-eos-black?variant=24814322625\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/the-best-headlamp-for-hunting-princeton-tec-eos-black?variant=24814322625\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eheadlamp for a reliable lightsource\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e you can use hands-free. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou also want to have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/dd-tarp-3x3-coyote-brown?variant=7348455407665\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/dd-tarp-3x3-coyote-brown?variant=7348455407665\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003etarp handy for shelter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/geopress-purifier-by-grayl?variant=32405229568049\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/geopress-purifier-by-grayl?variant=32405229568049\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ewater purifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e that will make short work of making nearby water sources drinkable in a pinch. Remember that no matter how sophisticated your provisions, they should support your basic needs for food, water, and shelter, and protect you from exposure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview the rest of our Survival Gear frequently asked questions here:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#makegear\" data-mce-href=\"#makegear\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHow To Make Survival Gear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#buyinggear\" data-mce-href=\"#buyinggear\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhy is Buying Survival Gear Important?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#packgear\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHow to Pack Survival Gear ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#topselling\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat is the Top-Selling Survival Gear? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"makegear\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Make Survival Gear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you’re crafty and don’t mind putting in some elbow grease, you can make quite a few of the most essential survival gear pieces for yourself. A popular example is a DIY fire starter. That’s because there are quite a few ways to start a fire, especially if you know the basic technique. It could be as easy as packing a jar of petroleum jelly, some cotton balls, a ziploc baggie, and a lighter. You could even use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/magnifying-lens-with-leather-holder\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea magnifying glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. These low fidelity items may not be state-of-the-art but they’re time-tested. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAnother great example is a DIY \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/ul-water-purifier-filter?variant=31769756074033\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ewater filter or purifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. There are quite a few techniques to create a simple survival water filter. Sometimes, that can be even better when you’re caught in an unexpected situation or if you’re not sure how to use survival gear. Ingenuity and out-of-the-box thinking are marks of a true survivalist. Just make sure to get some practice in with these DIY techniques first, so that you can adapt on the fly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"buyinggear\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy is Buying Survival Gear Important?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGenerally, it’s better to purchase survival equipment because, when you’re in tricky conditions, facing the elements, time is against you. In other words, the situation you’re in is complicated enough without having to worry about fashioning survival gear. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBuying survival gear rather than fashioning your own gives you a solid and reliable baseline form which to start. For example, if you have an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/space-thermal-emergency-blanket-silver?variant=24813922625\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eemergency thermal space blanket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/dd-superlight-pyramid-tent\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003epyramid tent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e ready to go, that’s your protection from changing weather conditions. Next, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/the-brown-bag-filter?variant=30132287733809\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ebrown bag filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e has unlimited filter capacity and it’s a simple and effective way to filter out suspended particles in water. The best part is that it’s super lightweight and easily stored. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"packgear\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Pack Survival Gear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePacking survival gear is not about how to orient gear. Instead, you need to know what to pack in your bag in the event of an unexpected evacuation or a situation where you have to shelter-in-place for 72 hours. This kit has to have 10 essential implements that will take care of your physical needs for that amount of time in the event that external situations, like a storm or a wildfire, cuts your access off to everyday, household items. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou’ll need to make sure you have:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater — You can also pack implements to help clean water for drinking (pack at least two separate filtration forms and containers to hold them in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFood — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/bridgford-foods-corporation-honey-bbq-beef-2pk\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReady-to-eat sandwiches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, dehydrated camping food, canned meats or canned soups, stews, and beans. You may also decide to include \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/campfire-survival-cooking-kit?variant=32223566495793\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esimple survival cooking kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e with metal pots, utensils, cups, plates, maybe a pan, and even a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/gen2-nano-x-case-kit-titanium?variant=31803284946993\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esmall stove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eShelter and clothing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFire starters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/bushcraft-survival-knife\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSurvival knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and tools \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLighting sources — As with water, you want at least two separate sources. The first is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/ledlenser-mh4-headlamp\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eflashlight or a lantern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. The second should be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/citronella-candles-3-pack\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecandles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCommunications and compasses — You can use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/blogs\/survival-blog\/building-an-in-home-survival-kit\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehand-crank radio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/deluxe-map-compass?variant=32750982145\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecompass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMiscellaneous items — You can also pack other implements that are important to you such as cash, duct tape, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/deluxe-map-compass?variant=32750982145\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ebandanas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, spare batteries, travel toothbrushes, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/blogs\/survival-blog\/primitive-fishing-traps\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003efishing kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, insect repellent, binoculars, and tents.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"topselling\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Top-Selling Survival Gear?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe top-selling survival gear includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKits — The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/gen2-pathfinder-stainless-steel-canteen-cooking-set\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGEN2 Canteen Cooking Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eand the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/stainless-steel-water-bottle-cooking-kit-1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStainless Steel Bottle Cooking Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/mora-bushcraft-black\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMora Bushcraft Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/no-36-bank-line-100-foot-spool\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNo. 36 Bank Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e 100 foot spool\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/100-wool-blanket\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e100% Wool Queen Blanket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/bush-one-knife-by-jeff-white\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBush One Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/5cs-haversack-set\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e5 C’s Haversack Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/wood-craft-pack-axe-24\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWood-Craft Pack Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - 24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHelikon - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/swagman-roll-poncho\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSWAGMAN ROLL Poncho\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2021-05-24T12:30:11-04:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Survival Gear"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"mw_product_option_cloned"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2016-10-07T10:18:55-04:00","alt":"","width":52,"height":52,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1452\/9794\/collections\/survival-gear_grande_c4363938-5aa7-4b92-8ec0-24cc119204c0.png?v=1475849935"}},{"id":284570561,"handle":"survival-knives","title":"Survival Knives","updated_at":"2022-05-16T18:30:07-04:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat are Survival Knives Used For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Survival Knife\" is a term used somewhat loosely. The stereotypical image is a “Rambo'' style knife with a compass, serrated spine or a saw back, with a medical kit in the handle. That is one example, but the features that make a Survival Knife truly functional for survival are far less glamorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurvival knives are a key component in bushcraft. Survival knives are used for trapping, skinning, woodcutting, carving tasks, and more. Think of your survival knife as a way to get through your “chores” for the day when out in the wilderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Review the rest of our \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSurvival Knives\u003c\/span\u003e frequently asked questions here:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#features\"\u003eWhat Are The 5 Basic Features of a Survival Knife? \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#top-selling\"\u003eWhat are the Top Selling Survival Knives?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#need\"\u003eWhy Do I Need a Survival Knife?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#carry\"\u003eHow Many Survival Knives Should I Carry?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"features\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Are The 5 Basic Features of a Survival Knife?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSurvival knives are designed for survival and utility tasks. For example, the best survival knives have the following features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Tang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Tang knives are blades and handles that are one solid piece of steel. If your knife is not full tang, there is the possibility that the blade and tail, which is sunk into the handle to some degree, might come loose. A knife that is not full tang can break free at the handle when batoning or beaver chewing saplings. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeally the blade should be at least 5 inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the size of the blade itself, not the full knife. A longer survival knife gives you the option to process wood by batoning, which could be a serious task if you don’t have an axe and you need wood to fuel your fire. (We recommend carrying a folding saw or axe). Batoning should be a last resort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5-inch blade on your survival knife gives it the kind of length you need to assure this blade can be the multitasking tool that you expect it to be.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs long as the knife is full tang, a knife shorter than 5 inches can still be used to process wood, however you are limited in the diameter of fuel you can process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Should Be Made of High Carbon Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to being durable and strong, high carbon steel blades have another secret.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFlint will shave a small piece of steel off of a high carbon steel blade when struck. It produces a spark when it reacts with air. Therefore, you can generate sparks from the blade if you have the right materials to do it with. This can be very helpful in starting a fire for your camp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Degree Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnives are available with a variety of spines. Knives often feature toothed spines or saw backs. Despite their cool look, in a lot of cases they are more for aesthetics and do not offer the functionality a 90 degree spine offers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe key to creating quality tinder is to process bark and dry grasses into something that will catch a spark. Much like a bird’s nest in shape and size. A great way to process that tinder is to use a knife with a 90-degree spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe 90 degree spine also provides you with the ability to throw the sparks from a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/collections\/ferro-rods\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eferro rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. That hard edge will dig into that ferro rod and shower your tinder with hot sparks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRazor Sharp Blade\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn most cases, a razor-sharp blade goes without saying, as a dull knife can make tasks much more difficult and are also very dangerous. Having to force a dull blade through tasks can lead to unorthodox motions and an overall lack of control and safety. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not just about starting the day with a sharp blade it’s also about keeping that edge sharp. The easiest way to keep your knife performing well is with a strop. A strop provides a simple option to keep your edge sharp while you are in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"top-selling\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are the Top Selling Survival Knives?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you’re looking for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/collections\/survival-knives?sort_by=best-selling\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003etop-selling survival knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, then you’ve come to the right place. Currently, some favorites are: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/scorpion-hd-curly-maple-by-pks\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePKS Scorpion HD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/mountaineer-survival-knives-by-pks\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePKS Mountaineer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/mountain-lion-curly-maple-by-pks\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePKS Mountain Lion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/survival-curly-maple-by-pks\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePKS Survival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/kephart-xl-survival-knives-by-pks\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePKS Kephart XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/products\/bush-knife-by-jeff-white\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBush Knife by Jeff White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"need\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Do I Need a Survival Knife?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe fact is that you never know exactly what to expect when in the wilderness, which means that you must be prepared for anything. One of the simplest ways you can ensure your survival is with the right knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou can use survival knives in various situations, which is why survival knives are included in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com\/blogs\/survival-blog\/the-five-c-s-of-survivability\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e5 Cs of Survivability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. You can use it for everyday tasks like shelter-building and hunting, which are essential things to do in any outdoor situation. You can also use it for emergencies, like defense, building a fire, first aid, and more. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"carry\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Many Survival Knives Should I Carry?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at Self Reliance Outfitters, we always say, \"Two is one and one is none\". You should consider the following knives for your pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMultitool:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This will provide you with a small blade for simple tasks like cutting bankline, fishing or cooking tasks. 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The PKS Scorpion is ideal for bushcraft as it conquers a variety of tasks. This knife can be used for fine carving, skinning, processing game, batoning wood, and general camp chores. The shape of the handle provides a means to easily choke up on the blade and is comfortable in the hand.
1/8" 1095 High Carbon Steel w/90 degree spine
OAL: 9 inches
Blade appoximately 4 1/4 inches with a forged finish
Grind: Scandi
Handle: Camo Micarta
Rockwell: 55-60
Knife Manufacturer: PKS - Pathfinder Knife Shop
LIFETIME WARRANTY on the blade
Made in the USA
PKS (Pathfinder Knife Shop)
Indianapolis, IN
*These knives are made by hand and your knife may vary slightly from one pictured. Visit our warranty page for more information - click here
PKS Warranty
ALL PKS Knives carry a lifetime workmanship warranty.
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Scorpion
The PKS Scorpion is ideal for bushcraft as it conquers a variety of tasks. This knife can be used for fine carving, skinning, processing game, batoning wood, and general camp chores. The shape of the handle provides a means to easily choke up on the blade and is comfortable in the hand.
1/8" 1095 High Carbon Steel w/90 degree spine
OAL: 9 inches
Blade appoximately 4 1/4 inches with a forged finish
Grind: Scandi
Handle: Camo Micarta
Rockwell: 55-60
Knife Manufacturer: PKS - Pathfinder Knife Shop
LIFETIME WARRANTY on the blade
Made in the USA
PKS (Pathfinder Knife Shop)
Indianapolis, IN
*These knives are made by hand and your knife may vary slightly from one pictured. Visit our warranty page for more information - click here
PKS Warranty
ALL PKS Knives carry a lifetime workmanship warranty.
I love this knife. It is very robust, sharp, looks great and feels good in the hand. I only wish I had gone for the XL. The sheath is heavy duty, constructed well, looks great, and fits the knife well. As usual, I am very happy with this purchase from SRO.
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Andrew Baran (Virginia, United States)
Great knife
Great knife. Showed up sharp and feels well in the hand. Looks awesome.
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michael kricko
Scorpion (Camo Micarta)
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Laurence Edwards (Virginia, United States)
Good quality knife, great price
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Scott Thomas (Texas, United States)
Super sharp
The knife arrived on time and quite happy with condition of said knife. It is super sharp and can’t wait to test it out. Just wish you would provide a higher end sheath. I also have a Bradford knife and paid extra for a nice thick leather belt sheath. I shall be buying more path finder knives in the near future
