Reports from Spain suggest Victorinox has removed quite a few knives from their catalogue. There are a few surprises in the list of discontinued models and it may be wise to buy anything that interests you now, while you still can!
The NexTool Mini Sailor combines ten functions into a single product to bring a surprising addition to the few 'keychain sized' multi-tool options available.
It has been a few years since Three Points of the Compass purchased this multi-fuel stove specifically for more challenging sub-zero winter backpacking trips. My terrific Edelrid Hexon stove has seen far too little use due to a series of mild winters coinciding with improvements in gas stove design
The Primus Micron is a gas powered lantern with a mantle. Every now and then, a mantle requires changing. It isn't difficult, but can be a mystery to those new to the process.
"a small, but sturdily built, wheeled measurer, fitted with a dial and rotating hands which indicate lengths of traverse up to 25 feet or 300 inches" Philip & Son
Three Points of the Compass takes a glance at cheap silicone diffusers that used to provide a 360° pool of light, potentially useful in the home or tent.
Only a few years ago, there was little in the way of choice if you were looking to purchase a pair of microspikes. Today there is an almost bewildering choice. Some are good, some not so good. You makes your choice and whatever you buy will probably last you many years.
This cheap little USB light can be plugged directly into a powerbank and may be all that is required for night time lighting of a shelter when backpacking. They don't come much lighter than this!
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