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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 6, 2017 9:27:33 GMT 10
Nice post Grumble.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 5, 2017 9:48:49 GMT 10
Thanks for posting up Joey. Good info
A trick I like is one I learnt from astronomy, only works at night but quick and easy.
Without trying to line up the pointer stars and southern cross lines you can just go 4.5x the distance of the long length of the cross (usually a 4 fingers at arms length) and you'll be close enough for navigation. Can be useful if the pointers are hidden.
It's helpful to look at the stars at least once a month so you know what to expect as to orientation of the cross. In case it isn't immediately obvious the cross rotates around the southern celestial pole and will be in a different position but always pointing at the pole. This isn't hard to do with regularity, just try to locate the southern cross whenever you're outside at night, can be a fun game and will give you clear south/north if you're ever in trouble, I think of it the same as locating the exits whenever you're in a new unfamiliar place.
Good post Para. I learnt a similar method a long time ago and still practise it whenever I can see the two pointers and SC. The method I was taught is similar as the one you posted but I use a stick to dissect the lines of the two pointers and then threw the SC. Where the two dissected lines meet you drop it vertically down to the till it meets the horizon. That way I have a good marker on the horizon to walk to.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 5, 2017 9:37:22 GMT 10
No offence taken. If any was implied. I too have friends/acquaintances that I have "groomed" for want of a better word. For the purpose of having them come stay with us as I see them as an asset. That sounds a bit creepy but that's how it goes. Time would tell as well if it comes off. Ha... to offend me is quite an accomplishment indeed, sadly you weren't even close. Creep away, I certainly work some people for this. The tricky part is the cross over from thinking about it to doing something about it. In terms of secrets, I only tell people what I know they might tell others they know. Yourself and Fractus make very good points about what you tell others in your "group" with a need to seriously think about what extent that then get passed on to others outside of the group which is entirely outside of your control. Whether intentional or not. It's something everyone should think about before they open there mouths.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 3, 2017 15:36:42 GMT 10
I see where your coming from. Its the classic head in the sand mentality. These are the very people you mention that panic when something does happen. Where I was coming from is probably from a personal security point. Don't let any know what you are doing as they will be the first at your door if something does happen. Case in point. The last major cyclone to hit the far north. Neighbour comes over directly after the event and asks if I have any spare fuel for his generator. LOL. I do. I give him a few litres to see him through. I do mention I can't spare any more though as I am running low. I don't. I have plenty. I only did it because as far a neighbours go, he is ok. Wasn't aimed at your comments specifically, though you are correct. I would concur on the prepping info. Preppers and my wife are the only ones that know. The preppers have the mindset and hopefully supplies to be assets. Having said that, I've been working on some people over lengths of time in terms of joking to them about coming to mine if the zombies come because I've taken them shooting and I trust them in difficult situations more than enough. They are few in number and don't know I have food also, though I would be more than happy to be sharing food with as they would also be excellent. No offence taken. If any was implied. I too have friends/acquaintances that I have "groomed" for want of a better word. For the purpose of having them come stay with us as I see them as an asset. That sounds a bit creepy but that's how it goes. Time would tell as well if it comes off.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 3, 2017 7:53:59 GMT 10
I think it's much much simpler [yet deeper] than all of that. People are in denial of risk and of fears because they're unable to process them very well. People are terrible at it, I ought to know I talk people through it for a living. Some of us [most probably] have been very afraid of an event/or had an experience in which the reality over come our level of denial that one day we may be in a place where food and water isn't readily available. Historically it was normal to contemplate this, you learned from your parents and from experience, you processed the fear and you took action to mitigate the pain of those situations. These days the pain of those situations hardly occurs, though the risk is still there. So rather I think it's mostly that people can't cope with the possibility, because if they did, they'd go... hmm... I best put aside some food and water. I see where your coming from. Its the classic head in the sand mentality. These are the very people you mention that panic when something does happen. Where I was coming from is probably from a personal security point. Don't let any know what you are doing as they will be the first at your door if something does happen. Case in point. The last major cyclone to hit the far north. Neighbour comes over directly after the event and asks if I have any spare fuel for his generator. LOL. I do. I give him a few litres to see him through. I do mention I can't spare any more though as I am running low. I don't. I have plenty. I only did it because as far a neighbours go, he is ok.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 2, 2017 14:02:48 GMT 10
I have just found this thread and think its quite interesting what people like to call themselves and how they describe to others what they do to prepare .
I personally don't use the word "Prepper" or "Survivalist" when I speak to other people about what I do and how I do it in regards to "being ready" for what I think I need to "be ready" for.
I look at what I do as being a form of insurance if a bad situation happens. Its based on my own personal experiences gained from doing different "jobs" and being exposed to different "situations" over the years. I am broaching 50. I have seen a little bit.
Over the years I have changed what I have perceived as being a situation I may need to "be ready" for. That situation/s will be different for everyone on this forum. I am not going to go into what I am making plans for as it would be a mute point for this discussion.
I can say I have friends that have similar interests and I live in a small close nit community that also have a similar outlook because of the geography of where we live (i.e remote).
I don't expect to many people to have the same out look as I do. That's life. But this is how I go about my business.
Mozzie101 out.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 2, 2017 8:41:36 GMT 10
Nothing like doing a serious show with a "Comedian" as the host. You reap what you sow.
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Post by mozzie101 on Feb 1, 2017 7:44:05 GMT 10
I looked into that question of legality of knives in cars so my GHB is in a locked toolbox in boot , my middle son goes to TAFE and his kitchen knives are in a locked box in his pack when traveling The law seems to view how Accessible a knife is to your person , the only knife I ever carry in public is a SAK Climber . Your right steampunk. It depends on the state you live in and what laws there are and also the cop who is interpreting the law. If the cop wants to take the gear he can. It may not be right to do so and you might get them back later but its up to the cop on the spot. Good idea to keep it out of site and locked up. Lessons the chance of a problem.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 31, 2017 12:38:09 GMT 10
There's tons more of this sort of thing on his channel. And he's pretty easy to watch as well. No BS involved.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 31, 2017 12:04:51 GMT 10
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 31, 2017 11:52:47 GMT 10
Not sure why you would need anything more than a multitool blade or small pocket knife myself. If you felt you needed something bigger you could get a fishing knife and leave it with a rod and tackle in your car to help avoid a ticket for unlawfull carriage of a knife. I never carry a blade in my car. I might have a multi tool on my belt though. I do how ever have a 6 "D" cell mag light sitting beside the driver seat of my car. The light out put is secondary to its real purpose. Already had the boys in blue spot it and just smile. I would also not carry cams. I would carry plain earthy based coloured clothing.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 28, 2017 8:05:01 GMT 10
Good point there mozzie101 - we are getting a 10kva gennie - and the switch will be a dual one - power goes off, switch to the gennie & fire it up. Power comes back on, turn off gennie, flick switch back to mains. That's how our's was set up Jay.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 27, 2017 14:24:40 GMT 10
www.ready.gov/power-outagesOnly use flashlights for emergency lighting, candles can cause fires. Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed. Most food requiring refrigeration can be kept safely in a closed refrigerator for several hours. An unopened refrigerator will keep food cold for about 4 hours. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours. Take steps to remain cool if it is hot outside. In intense heat when the power may be off for a long time, consider going to a movie theater, shopping mall or “cooling shelter” that may be open in your community. If you remain at home, move to the lowest level of your home, since cool air falls. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Drink plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Put on layers of warm clothing if it is cold outside. Never burn charcoal for heating or cooking indoors. Never use your oven as a source of heat. If the power may be out for a prolonged period, plan to go to another location (the home of a relative or friend, or a public facility) that has heat to keep warm. Turn off or disconnect appliances and other equipment in case of a momentary power “surge” that can damage computers and other devices. Consider adding surge protectors. If you are considering purchasing a generator for your home, consult an electrician or engineer before purchasing and installing. Only use generators away from your home and NEVER run a generator inside a home or garage, or connect it to your home's electrical system. In RED. In NQ it is quite common to have a generator connected to your house. It just needs an isolator switch. i.e switch from mains to generator. We had this installed by a licenced electrician. Generator was located in a purpose build shed at the back of the yard. Honda 2uei. Couldn't hear it until you opened the shed.
Chest freezers are better than upright freezers for keeping things cold when the power goes out as well. We always have frozen water bottles or home made blocks of ice in the bottom to help keep things cold.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 24, 2017 16:00:08 GMT 10
I finally got to fly the old girl for Australia Day this year. Its a bit early but I won't be around tomorrow so she went up a day early. She's been run up between two tree's for this year. I need to get a real flag pole made and erected, but this will do for now. The main thing is the old girl is up for all to see. Post up your flags for the 26th. Mine is 1.5 mtrs wide and 3 mtrs long.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 23, 2017 10:29:02 GMT 10
I predict there will a cyclone or 2 cross the coast of QLD and there will be a change in government in QLD.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 21, 2017 11:28:01 GMT 10
Love your work mate especially the design choice of extending the butt beyond the handles. Good stuff. Looks like you had a lot of fun sticking to a campfire and hand tools... Feels like I cheated now using an angle grinder and butane torch. A mate at the pistol club makes a lot of knifes with wooden handles and he swears by plastic liners between the steel and the wood as he says the wood can sweat and cause rust. Plywood is probably fine as its sealed very well but something to keep in mind. I always stick to synthetic materials as I have bad experiences with wood but love the look of wooden scales. Look forward to the next one. Thanks Para. I wanted to extend the butt for a couple of reasons one for what was written on it and secondly as a utility piece like what is on my Gerber below. Mate I will be using power tools next time for sure. Thanks for the tip about the plastic liners between the scales and the steel. I will put that one in the memory bank. The next knife will be made from a file again with a distinct Tanto look to it. I don't think it will have scales as such. I am thinking of wrapping the handle in para cord like a survival style knife. Might even do a Kydex sheath. Will see as I go. Cheers Mozzie101
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 20, 2017 15:13:30 GMT 10
It's the fault of gun owners and it's not terrorism, Islam is the religion of peace... and it's Russia. You forgot global warming.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 20, 2017 13:49:00 GMT 10
Well after 3 days of work. Its finished. The last stages where sanding to a profile that fits my hand and then 3 coats of Birchwood Casey rifle stock finish followed by the blade sharpened up to a usable edge. It sill needs more work. The tools I used where Metal files, a wood rasp, ball peen hammer, hacksaw with fine blade and various grits of wet and dry as well as course/medium sand paper. There was no power tools used. I could have but this was as much an exercise of simplicity as it was to see if I could make the knife out of a file. I'm very happy the way it came out. I have learned a heap from this and I will be looking at doing another knife soon. Mozzie101 Out
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 20, 2017 13:38:28 GMT 10
Nice, and here's me using the excuse of not having my smithy up and running before I make any knives Thanks Gray, I had a look around on YouTube and in general on the net for a bit of info and there is surprisingly a lot of people doing it this the way. That's why I did it. I work on the KISS principle as much as I can where possible.
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Post by mozzie101 on Jan 20, 2017 10:12:39 GMT 10
The handles are pieces of form ply I had laying around. They have been Araldited on and three brass pins fitted (brazing rod) to secure it. After leaving the knife over night to harden. I started to shape the handles. Its coming along nicely. Pretty happy with the colour. More to follow.
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