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    USB rechargable EDC?

    I'm looking for a budget USB rechargeable but I'm willing to consider a 18650 light (if I need to) in my price range. I want to spend less than sixty dollars on a, well, bright as possible somewhat throwy EDC light. Say, under 6 inches long, oneish inch diamater tube, and under or around one...
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    Strion got wet.... uh, try to charge it anyway?

    Looks like there is an authorized service center here in Pittsburgh. Gonna see what they say. Looks like I need a special tool to seat the lens o-ring correctly, although I haven't tried too hard, since I think it should be replaced. I highly doubt the circuity is fried. 6 volts isn't enough to...
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    Strion got wet.... uh, try to charge it anyway?

    I took a tumble and ended up in a creek bed with my Station LED. Anyway, looks like the lens o-ring failed and it took on water. I didn't notice until dark, of course. I took it apart and let it dry for a few days. The battery terminals both have a little bit of surface rust. As well as the...
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    Very good documentary about living in the wilderness

    Are you talking about the popular recreation Into The Wild? Because it sounds like the same thing to me. The character from Into The Wild just seemed lazy to me. I think it's likely that the real person he was based off was not nearly as lazy as the actor that played him... **** Proenneke is...
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    Backpack? (big backpack but small enough to be a carry-on luggage on flight)

    The only backpack I've ever wanted to carry was a BCA Stach BC. I have larger packs and smaller packs, but this pack has done every job for me. I used to carry my laptop in it, in the back of my truck, in the rain. I've supported my wife and I for 4 days in the woods on just what I could fit...
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    Fiskars X15 Chopping Axe

    The X15 is a great chopping ax. Much better than any alternative I know of. But I will warn you: when you get the chopping ax you will want the splitting equivalent. Make sure to get the 36 inch X27 super-splitting ax. The other versions are dangerous in my opinion. The handle is too shoot and...
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    What do you drive?

    95 Cherokee, 4.0, manual everything, open diffs, stock, BFG AT KOs. Great off road if you're not scared to rip the rear-bumper off (like any compact truck/body on frame SUV). I kind of hate it, I'm not going to lie. It was the best I could find at the time with the cash I had. Bought it with a...
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    What did you use your knife for today?

    Yesterday -- Sog Twitch XL -- Can Opener :(. It wasn't good for the blade, but it was surprisingly functional. Cut though aluminum as easily as... something not metal. I didn't want to run to the store for a new can opener when the one I own will turn up anyway.
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    Any word on the Leatherman OHT ??

    Played with one at Cablelas. Like the idea but it doesn't feel nice in your hand, which is a dealbreaker for an EDC multitool for me. I put it down before I got the chance to truly investigate it. Which is a testament to how bad it actually felt. If you depend on the tools in an instant that are...
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    Which multi-tool in your BOB.

    Gerber 600 series (?) multitool. One of the first police special ones. I found it on the roof of a house all covered with moss. I soaked it with areokroil overnight and it was pretty much like new. Terrible fit and finish but durable and nice to use. One handed deployment of the pliers. I...
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    Opinions on SOG PowerAssist

    If you don't like the feel of the Powerlock I would suggest a Leathermen Charge Tii. I've owned both. The Powerlock got passed on as a gift and the Leathermen stayed. The Powerlock has great pliers and who doesn't like assisted opening blades, but the Charge Tii has just as functional...
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    Not terribly impressed with Protac HL. Where to go next?

    1) How would you prefer to purchase the light? ____I would like to purchase the light from a brick and mortar store. I am located in Seattle. I'm not exactly sure where I'd buy anything besides Streamlight. I could check REI I suppose. ____I will be mail-ordering or buying online, so this...
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