You stake your life on your firemaking kit components. My recommendation is to substitute cotton balls in any application you might be using dryer lint.
https://survivalcommonsense.com/dryer-lint-firestarter-is-bad/
My knife testing generally starts in the kitchen, since that is where most people use knives. In some instances, you can tell right off the bat that the blade is not going to work for food prepar...
https://survivalcommonsense.com/best-outdoor-kitchen-knife-we-review-the-bark-river-petty-z/
Tired of stinky, sweaty socks at the end of a long hike or day on the job? Want some socks that help keep your feet warm or cool? These Silverlight Hiking Socks might work for you.
https://survivalcommonsense.com/review-silverlight-hiking-socks-comfort-in-a-dry-odor-free/
In the unpredictable world we live in, being prepared for urban disasters is a really, really good idea. Today, we're diving into an essential element of your bug-out (or Get Home) bag – footwe...
https://survivalcommonsense.com/top-five-boots-for-a-get-home-bag/
Basic survival skills don't change. Here are some lessons from a Civil War infantryman on how to provide food, shelter and improvise lighting during hard campaigning.
https://survivalcommonsense.com/civil-war-survival-lessons-92nd-illinois-infantry/
Sometimes, the best footwear is a casual slip-on boot, for those times when you're done working and just want to relax. These Irish Setter Fiftys may be just what you've been looking for.
https://survivalcommonsense.com/irish-setter-setter-50-review/
Does your daily work commute involve sitting in traffic with the other commuters? Here is a way to make use of that time.
This South African boot was designed by wildlife Rangers for combat with poachers of endangered African animals. The boots might work well for you.
Do you need a Lightning-Strike firestarter? You decide. But the ability to start a fire might someday save your life. And the inability to start a fire could cost your life.
https://survivalcommonsense.com/lightning-strike-mini-firemaking-kit-review/
There's a reason some knife designs are classics, and the Hudson Bay Trade Knife has earned its wilderness credentials.
https://survivalcommonsense.com/review-bark-river-hudson-bay-trade-knife-1/