LED Flashlights and Knife Reviews | DLK Blog » Hunting Gear Reviews http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog LED Flashlight Reviews, Hunting Knife Reviews and Industry News Fri, 04 Mar 2011 19:49:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Experts Agree – LED Headlamps are Must-Haves for Camping http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/experts-agree-led-headlamps-are-must-haves-for-camping-2007-09-24 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/experts-agree-led-headlamps-are-must-haves-for-camping-2007-09-24#comments Mon, 24 Sep 2007 17:36:55 +0000 admin http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/experts-agree-led-headlamps-are-must-haves-for-camping-2007-09-24 If you have been wondering whether investing in a quality LED headlamp is a good idea, take it from an expert – it is. In the October 2007 edition of Cooking Light, the editors asked experts what they considered the best camping equipment. In addition to a mini-water purifying system and a compact, thermal camp mattress, an LED headlamp was considered one of the best additions you can make to your camping gear.  Ann Froschauer, the southeast regional program coordinator for the National Parks Conservation Association was quoted as saying, “I can’t do without my LED headlamp during camping trips because it allows me to be hands free for nighttime camp setup.” She recommends finding one that is comfortable and small enough to fit in your pocket.”

You may recall, this reviewer made a similar suggestion to campers, hunters and hikers last month after purchasing an LED Lenser LL7468 Revolution headlamp by Coast. LED headlamps really are the smartest piece of equipment you can have – and now I have some expert endorsements to prove it!

]]> http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/experts-agree-led-headlamps-are-must-haves-for-camping-2007-09-24/feed 0 The Puma Shark | Hunting Knife Product Review http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/the-puma-shark-hunting-knife-product-review-2007-08-20 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/the-puma-shark-hunting-knife-product-review-2007-08-20#comments Mon, 20 Aug 2007 15:48:11 +0000 Outdoor Guy http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/the-puma-shark-hunting-knife-product-review-2007-08-20 I thought that I would start pointing out some quality knife products available online these days as the Fall hunting season starts to come into view.  I know a lot of fisherman may have already purchased their gear for the summer but there may be some hunting enthusiasts just starting to realize that an equipment update may be in order.  Look for more knife reviews in the coming weeks.

Sleek and sophisticated, the Puma Shark hunting knife is a sturdy, well-constructed knife that can be relied upon for a number of touch uses.  This folding knife is durable enough for hunting, fishing or outdoor survival applications because of its 3 3/16”, 440A stainless steel blade.  A notched thumb rest allows for a firm grip when cutting through bone or wood and the liner locking blade ensures user safety while in use. The knife features a quick-action thumb stud that allows the user to open the knife with one hand – perfect for if you are hunting or hiking alone and don’t have an extra pair of hands around. While durable and sturdy, the knife is also a beautiful piece with wood inlays and a curved, sleek handle.  The knife is reasonably priced for being such an incredibly functional piece ($59.76 on the DLK web site). 

]]> http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/the-puma-shark-hunting-knife-product-review-2007-08-20/feed 0 Eddie Bauer Pedometer with FM Radio Review http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/eddie-bauer-pedometer-with-fm-radio-review-2007-08-06 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/eddie-bauer-pedometer-with-fm-radio-review-2007-08-06#comments Mon, 06 Aug 2007 16:01:57 +0000 Nikki http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/eddie-bauer-pedometer-with-fm-radio-review-2007-08-05 I like to work out. I really do. I mean, okay, so sometimes I need a cattleprod to get me out to the gym but most days I look forward to it.  What I’ve learned from reading magazines, talking to trainers and generally obsessing endlessly about weightloss is that every movement you make each day can contribute to burning more calories.  If you take the stairs instead of riding the elevator or park a bit farther out in the parking lot when getting your groceries, those added steps can work toward improving your health. Hey, I heard that even tapping your foot while at your desk can have a positive impact (so long as it doesn’t drive your co-workers crazy).  So how much do these added steps really help and how many does it take to make a difference?

Well, to find that out, you need to invest in a pedometer to help you track your steps each day, whether while walking, running, hiking or just going through your normal routine. Pedometers are great fitness tools and can also be used outdoors to track your distance while hiking or hunting.  The Eddie Bauer Pedometer is a great device to start with. This pedometer includes a pedometer, stopwatch and an FM radio to help the time go by that much faster. This pedometer is easier to use than some more complicated gadgets out there and it is light-weight so you can wear it all day without discomfort. It comes with comfortable earphones and clips to your waistband or belt or can be slipped into a jacket pocket.

Once you have a few days of data from your pedometer, visit one of the online pedometer calorie and distance calculators available online like the one at About.com to see how far you walked and how many calories you burned. This particular tool even recommends a diet plan based on your workout.

]]> http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/eddie-bauer-pedometer-with-fm-radio-review-2007-08-06/feed 2 Puma Silverlion Staghorn Hunting Knife http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-silverlion-staghorn-hunting-knife-2007-07-20 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-silverlion-staghorn-hunting-knife-2007-07-20#comments Fri, 20 Jul 2007 14:14:59 +0000 Outdoor Guy http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-silverlion-staghorn-hunting-knife-2007-07-20 The fall hunting season is no longer a ways off.  Many big and small game hunters are starting to polish up their equipment and take inventor of their hunting gear for the coming months.  If you are in need of a new solid, handcrafted hunting knife, let me recommend to you the Silverlion Staghorn hunting knife from Puma. 

This Puma knife was built in Germany using the same quality hot-drop forging process that has made Puma knifes great for over 225 years.  The fixed blade is fully riveted with a built-in stainless steel finger guard and a genuine staghorn handle. Its overall length is 7 ¾” (the fixed blade is 3 ½”).  This blade is perfect for cleaning deer or fowl.

Visit the lights and knives product web site to order this and other Puma products. Their superior quality makes them the superior blade that will last.

]]> http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-silverlion-staghorn-hunting-knife-2007-07-20/feed 0 Puma Knives | German Craftsmanship Proves Test of Time http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-knives-german-craftsmanship-proves-test-of-time-2007-06-24 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-knives-german-craftsmanship-proves-test-of-time-2007-06-24#comments Sun, 24 Jun 2007 06:16:57 +0000 admin http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-knives-german-craftsmanship-proves-test-of-time-2007-06-24 A long standing tradition of quality is the quintessential selling point for any company or manufacturer. When proven methods pass from generation to generation and continue to maintain their dominance in the market, a consumer can be comfortable in knowing that a product purchased from them is a smart decision.

Established as one of the most respected names in the knife business, Puma puts fine quality German design and workmanship into each of its sporting, collectible and pocket knives. For over 200 years, Puma has made knives in Solingen, Germany for hunting enthusiasts and knife collectors. This long-standing attention to detail has helped make one of its newer knife designs one of its most popular models.

The Puma Handmade Original Bowie has become one of Puma’s signature knives. This blade and design was created in 1956 but already has become world-renown for its wide fixed blade and genuine stag handle.  The 11 inch, single edge blade is perfect for hunting, fishing or camping. Like all Puma knives, the Bowie is made from premium DI.4 steel and individually forged to ensure the best cutting edge and ultimate blade strength.

This is the knife every father, grandfather or son will be asking for, for years to come.

]]> http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/puma-knives-german-craftsmanship-proves-test-of-time-2007-06-24/feed 0 Case Collectible Knife | A Great Father’s Day Gift http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/case-collectible-knife-a-great-fathers-day-gift-2007-06-11 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/case-collectible-knife-a-great-fathers-day-gift-2007-06-11#comments Mon, 11 Jun 2007 17:39:56 +0000 admin http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/case-collectible-knife-a-great-fathers-day-gift-2007-06-11 Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 17 which means it’s time to think about buying a small token of appreciation to give him on his special day.  My dad is difficult to shop for.  He isn’t a movie buff, is only moderately interested in sports, and other than coffee mugs, he doesn’t collect anything specific.  He does, however, love to be outdoors and though he likes hunting and camping and the equipment that goes along with it, he rarely buys it himself.  So I have decided to get my dad a W.R Case Leather Hunter.

For over a hundred years, W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery has been creating premium knives that have become one of the most collectible brands of knives in the U.S.  I am getting my dad the Case Fixed Blade Hunter Knife #0379 with Leather Handle and Sheath. This fixed 3.5” mirror polished concave ground blade is made from stainless steel, giving it the best rust resistance out there.  The knife is beautiful, with a polished leather handle and handcrafted leather sheath.  The entire hunting knife is 6.5” long, making it ideal for hunting or camping. He can also choose to leave it at home, take proper care of it and make it a collectible knife if he prefers. 

Knives are classic. They are masculine and they are practical.  Case Knives embodies these ideals completely making them ideal for any special occasion, especially Father’s Day.

]]> http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/case-collectible-knife-a-great-fathers-day-gift-2007-06-11/feed 0 Fish Scissors Review: A Handy Tool for Days By the Lake http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/fish-scissors-review-a-handy-tool-for-days-by-the-lake-2007-05-09 http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/fish-scissors-review-a-handy-tool-for-days-by-the-lake-2007-05-09#comments Thu, 10 May 2007 02:49:19 +0000 admin http://www.lightsandknives.com/blog/fish-scissors-review-a-handy-tool-for-days-by-the-lake-2007-05-09 I’ve mentioned before that my fondest memories of fishing are of watching my dad spend the three hour fishing trip on the banks of the lake untangling and rehooking our lines, pulling hooks out of catfish for us and generally huffing and puffing under his breath in complete exasperation for the sport. As we got older, my dad got better at fixing our lines and generally, we caused these kinds of problems less and less. I do recall that my dad had a secret weapon in his back pocket for these little fishing trips – Fish Scissors.

I took a look at the Mini Fish Scissors available through Coast. These little babies do everything you need a good pair of fish scissors to do. Their titanium coated blades provide the durability needed to cut dense hair and synthetic threads used in lures and flies. They will also be able to cleanly cut fishing lines in various weights. The stainless steel construction and titanium coating will also ensure a long life for this little tool. This is important since a pair of fish scissors will come in contact with a lot of water, lake and river silt and well, fish parts over the course of a season of fishing trips.

A comfortable fit for your fingers is also an important feature. These fish scissors are adequately sized for small and large hands and they feel solid and balanced when you use them. You can easily use the scissors while grappling with a catch comfortably. The fish scissors also have a good serrated jaw to solidly grip those pesky hooks and it locks in place so that you can avoid injury.

A final touch of this product is a simple chain that can be latched to a key chain or multi-purpose knife, keeping these handy tools close by and accessible during those family fishing trips. Overall, an excellent tool to add to your camping and fishing gear for those that spend a lot or a little time fishing.

“If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there’d be a shortage of fishing poles. ~Doug Larson

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