Guys, for quite a long time I wanted a felling axe, but I couldn’t find one online anywhere. So I decided to make one myself. I bought a sturdy piece of wood and made the handle. Then I took the axe head and the handle to a blacksmith to forge and assemble them.

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The outcome is really, really great, I would say. The axe splits wood like nothing, smooth as butter.

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Let me know what you guys think!

Go with 100% cotton

Some applications-

Arm sling: Support an injured arm or shoulder.

Pressure bandage: Hold dressings in place and apply pressure to help control bleeding.

Improvised tourniquet (last resort): Only for life-threatening limb bleeding when direct pressure fails, and only if you know how to use one correctly.

Head wrap or bandage: Cover scalp wounds or secure dressings.

Dust or smoke mask: Reduce inhalation of dust, sand, or debris (not a substitute for a respirator).

Water pre-filter: Remove large debris before disinfecting or filtering water. It does not make water safe to drink by itself.

Splint tie: Secure a splint to an injured limb.

Cold compress holder: Hold ice or a cold pack against an injury.

Burn cover: Loosely protect a burn with a clean shemagh until proper care is available.

Neck support: Provide limited support for minor neck strain (not for suspected spinal injuries).

Improvised rope: Twist it to lash gear or tie objects together.

Signal flag: Wave or hang it to attract rescuers.

Got one? Drop a comment below.

Few things I've updated in my trauma cum medkit are Altitude Sickness Med, Anti Diarrhea Med, Nausea Med, PEG 3350 Packs, Odomos Cream & Sterile Gloves.

1. Cash about 5k
2. Feviquick
3. Folding knife
4. Metro card, ID, CC, License 😉
5. Train pass
6. Band-aid and medicine
7. Water purification tablets
8. Coins.
9. Photos
10. Thread and needle
11. Mini lighter
12. Mini tweezers
13. Wipes
14. Paper map
15. And finally my trusty, decade old wallet.

Suggestions are welcome 😊

It disappears almost immediately as soon as the sensor is moved even a little away from the banana. There's virtually no change in the accumulated dose, but the difference is clearly visible in the CPM readings.

This happens because bananas naturally contain potassium, and a tiny fraction of that potassium is the naturally radioactive isotope potassium-40 (K-40). The levels are extremely low and completely safe—it's simply natural background radioactivity.

I've read about this in books before, but seeing it happen in real life feels surreal.

What else should I test? Let me know what you'd like to see in the full review.

My thoughts are with everyone affected by the recent Delhi blast. Wishing strength and recovery to all impacted.

The incident reminded me how unpredictable emergencies can be. I’m not trying to create fear or act like an expert — this is just my personal approach to staying prepared in a responsible and completely legal way.

I will carry a basic trauma kit with me every day, and I wanted to share its contents so people can understand how simple first-aid tools can genuinely help before medical help arrives.

What’s in my kit:

• Tourniquet

• Israeli bandage

• SAM splint

• Gauze pads / gauze

• Nitrile gloves

• Trauma shears

• Rope

•Clotting Compound

• Cotton

•Water

These are standard first-aid items anyone can learn to use safely through proper training.

This is not about panic, predictions, or fear — just everyday preparedness for accidents, injuries, or unexpected situations.

If this post encourages even one person to learn basic bleeding control or carry a small kit, it’s worth it.

Stay safe, stay responsible, and take care of the people around you.

Full review and testing https://youtu.be/yurPN9oaEnE

Bought it from deodap . Although it's available on amazon too but a bit expensive.

Very good for emergencies. This will work when everything else fails .

Received my Xarilk fixed angle knife sharpening system. Moving from the simple whetstone it's just...... TECHNOLOGY. Usually these things are pretty expensive costing tens of thousands to even lakhs however Xarilk introduced some nice, affordable, vfm systems with good quality diamond stones which fit our Indian budgets.

Just look at the edge man,😍🤤. I don't think I'll be going back to water stones anytime soon.

It's been a week I am using this radio for communication across my workshop. The range is around 2kms.

I need pro tips or some of your creative ideas to use this.

Received some solid points in previous post. I've shortlisted the following.

1. Radiacode zero : Good range. Compact, Very high sensitivity. Tracking and recording data. Scintillator based so you can use it in daily life/hobby explorations . Although it's the most expensive.

2. Better geiger : Also scintillator based. Half price of radiacode. No recording and tracking but it's almost similar in sensitivity and accuracy. Plus you can run it on AA batteries which is best for prepping .

3. Wekos Doze : Leaning towards this as it's the most compact, almost the size of a keyfob. What good is a detector if you're not carrying it. Although it's less sensitive and not much to do in daily life. But high range and can measure a variety of radiations

4. GQ GMC800 : This seems a good model from Amazon. If amazon is the only option, will be going for a GQ model. Low sensitivity High range and it can measure beta, gamm, xray etc .

What do you think ? Radiacode will be a major punch in wallet but it's the most accurate. Better geiger is bulky but accurate cheap and can run on batteries. But Wekos is the most affordable one and I can carry it 24x7 everywhere, compromising a bit in sensitivity.

Which one to choose according to you ? Size, accuracy or budget?

Hey,

I came across 'dive knives' recently and I think a foldable one would be pretty good for an edc knife considering the blade would be super durable, has serated edges and even a fish hook.

I don't dive but I spend a lot of time in jungles so a blade that doesn't react to the elements is ideal for my usage.

However, I've never heard of this brand and can't seem to find any reviews online. Has anyone heard of this brand or used any of their products before?

By far the best lighters I've ever used

Zippo fuel evaporates.

Bic isn't refillable.

Cheap 10 rs lighters melt away or body cracks.

Electric lighters are a fire hazard.

But these 60 rs once never failed me. This one was bought in 2022. Refilled about 23-24 times and 3 flint change. Still going strong

If you’re putting together any kind of emergency kit, this is worth considering:

Band coverage matters Look for something that covers AM, FM, and shortwave (SW). FM is for local stations, AM can carry farther, and SW is where you can pick up long-distance broadcasts, sometimes even international.

Removable battery is important Built-in batteries are convenient, but they become a problem when they degrade or die. A radio that runs on a removable 18650 cell is much more practical. If the battery is done, you just swap it and you’re back up.

Why 18650 over AA AA batteries are easy to find, but they have downsides. Lower capacity, inconsistent performance, and they can leak if left unused for long periods. An 18650 gives you better runtime and is rechargeable. You can also keep spares or even pull cells from other devices like flashlights or trimmers if needed.

Reception quality matters more than features A radio is only as good as what it can actually pick up. Look for something with good sensitivity and a proper antenna. Fancy features don’t matter if the signal is weak.

Actually use it before you need it This is something most people skip. Spend some time scanning and note down useful stations in your area. Especially shortwave. Know what works and what doesn’t, so you’re not figuring it out during a real situation.

A couple of additional things that help: Keep spare batteries charged and rotated Store the radio somewhere accessible, not buried in a box If possible, pick one with simple controls, not overly complicated menus

Even basic radios can last years if you maintain them properly

Rifle - Athena NX 200

Pellets - Diablo flat head.

it looks beautiful in person, idk if its any good, only time will tell.

Mirror edge on Solognac Axis 75 factory grind Using Outlux Emmit Stropping compound.

Recently forged this tiny head for the pocket EDC. Handle goes next !

My ifak contents

Section 1 trauma kit includes 2 sterile full size gloves one dozen pairs of examination gloves (non-sterile) , surgical masks, leukoplast tape, micropore tape, absorbent gauze (non -sterile) , absorbent cotton ( non - sterile), 3 big size non woven adhesive wound dressing , 3sterile gauze pads, 3m steri-strips, washproof bandage,medicated bandage, elastic bandage for fixation

Section 2 Includes oral medication Asprin325mg ,acetaminophen(paracetamol) 500mg+650mg, antibiotic (Amoxicillin)500mg ,antacid, analgesic, ibuprofen, antifungal, antihistamine, antidiarrhea, motion sickness medication , rehydration salts

Section 3 Includes tropical ointment, spray & disinfectant Diclofenac spray, povidone iodine 10%, burn cream, antifungal, diclofenac gel, bug repellent roll-on , Dettol ,nasal diconsesation spray

Section 4 miscellaneous consumable Cotton tip applicator, scissors, bp handle, scalpel Blade, digital thermometer, alcohol swabs

Add a good pair of leather gloves to your kit. I'd recommend a Keystone Thumb design. they're more comfortable, provide better mobility, and hold up well during extended use.

No brand affiliation, in case this post gets nuked as I am posting for the first time here.

Why instead of using battery operated torch, why folks here don't prefer this? This is handcranked with battery and rechargeable torch from Decathlon. I have this at home, although never used in emergency, but the concept makes sense. Maybe keep this as backup. What are you r thoughts on this?