Category Archives: Product Reviews

LK-35 Backpack Modification Part 2

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Ian

In Part 1 we identified a few design modification potentials for the LK-35, in this blog I expected to have delivered the Swedish webbing pouch set, however there has been a further two week delay and the suppliers. Nevertheless, I … Continue reading →

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LK-35 Backpack Modification Part 1

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Ian

Inspired by  a video review by McQ Bushcraft I liked the idea of a traditional metal framed backpack, so wanted to try out the LK-35 backpack for myself. The basic pack can be sourced for as little as £12.50 in … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation -Paul Kirtley

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Ian

Having discovered a new podcast this week, Paul Kirtley at episode 15, it was great to listen to Paul interview John Rensten on Urban Foraging, John had a good sense of humour and really connected you to the aspects of … Continue reading →

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The Friendly Swede – Two Lanterns and a Firestarter

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Ian

  The Friendly Swede Collapsible LED Camping Lantern Lamp 2-Pack, with Keychain Fire Starter is £9.99 with free delivery, I did a quick search on the internet and the best price that I came up was £5.49  for one lantern  … Continue reading →

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The Friendly Swede – Paracord Survival Bracelet

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Ian

The XXL Trilobite Extra Beefy Paracord Survival Bracelet with Stainless Steel Black Bow Shackle is designed to be Extra long to fit  the larger wrist. Amazon.co.uk Widgets     Packaging The bracelet arrives packaged very well in a resealable point … Continue reading →

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The Friendly Swede – Beta Product Testing

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Ian

Prepare 2 Survive are please  to announce their association with The Friendly Swede as Beta Product tester and evaluators. “The Friendly Swede’s success story began in 2011, when John Lundqvist took a chance trying to set up a new business. … Continue reading →

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