Avid campers who love being one with nature rely on their canvas tents for shelter and protection. While canvas tents can cost more than regular tents, they’re considered a good investment because they’re designed to last for many camping trips over the years. If you’re looking for a reliable tent, there are quite a few …
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Are you wondering about the legalities of carrying a knife in Illinois? Then this is the article for you. If you live in Illinois and plan to purchase a self-defense knife, there are several factors to keep in mind first. This post will discuss the basics of Illinois knife laws. What’s legal and what’s not? …
Hatchets and machetes are two different tools with two different purposes. Both are single-edged bladed weapons, so they’re often used interchangeably. However, each item outperforms the other in certain aspects and environments. This article will show you what tool to carry on your next trip. Hatchet vs machete; who’s the real winner? Let’s find out! …
Knife laws in New Jersey have faced some controversy over the past years. The legality of carrying a knife has been questioned in several cases. NJ knife laws vary according to the type of knife and its size. Moreover, the purpose and the location where you keep or carry the knife also affect the law. …
Many people are thinking of going off the grid and living in the woods. While living the wildlife seems like an interesting idea, there are laws and regulations that everyone must follow. Before thinking of such an idea, you have to ask yourself, is it legal to live in the woods? Yes and No – …
4034 is a steel produced by Krupp Steel in Europe that’s used in many different types of folding knives and fixed blades. It is considered a softer steel in comparison to most other higher-end steels available. This is a comparable steel to 420HC, with 4034 having similar levels of carbon composition. You can typically expect …
The hot days are flying away, and the cold season will begin in no time. You’ll soon start wondering about the best ways to set up an outstanding fire, to bring back these days’ warmth. Let me tell you, setting up a great fire requires some good preparation. And good knowledge about the different types …
Firewood comes in an array of diverse wood species. Different species work better in different settings. There are hardwoods, like hickory, ash, oak, and cherry. Softwoods, such as fir, pine, and cedar are the second type of firewood. Both types have their benefits and drawbacks. So it’s important to know when and how to use …
Sometimes we come across cases in which people are caught committing a felony or offense without meaning to. They don’t realize that they are breaking a law. However, being ignorant of that law isn’t enough to bail someone out. So if you’re asking whether it’s legal to be carrying around that pocket knife you got …
Generally speaking, Utah knife laws don’t emphasize the specifications of knives that you can own and carry. The length of the blade, the design of the knife, and how it’s opened aren’t factors that determine whether a knife is legal to own and carry or not. Utah knife laws are more concerned with two things. …