skills: July 2010 Archives

This is a video demonstration of the firing of an improvised 12 gauge shotgun. Pellets and wadding have been removed for safety. The gun showed no signs of stress following several test shots. This model can be adapted for fully autonomous use. Plans can be found in the DIY section of the site or seen here.

*This post had been temporarily removed pending the outcome of recent confiscations by the BATFE. It has been restored to its original form. For more information see this post.

Starting a fire is easiest with good tinder. This video demonstrates my favorite method of producing tinder using shredded currency (useless in a long-term RECESS situation).

Here is a demonstration of a modified paiute deadfall. Please see the DIY for this animal trap to build your own.