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GlisGlis:
I dont think mullen is very common nearby but it could be me not paying enough attention
Will try to find some. I'd also like to try elder
I'd also like to know if you use something to make the spindle more sticky
Usually they say to use resin or simply spit on it.
Wax is very good but unlikely to find in nature
any other sustance?
Outbackbob48:
Glis, funny you should mention using something sticky, I always had trouble with my hand drills seeming to not have enough down pressure, I do use pinepitch on my spindles and it definitely helped me to get more down pressure, ;D it will also increase your chances of blister until your hands get toughen up :( I just cut a limb of one of my spruce trees and collect the sap, sticky enough. Glis what part of the country are ya from, Mullein is fairly common at least in a Pa. Horseweed is my other favorite drill. Bob
Hummingbird Point:
Check out this, and his other videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhLkIPNwgwo&index=39&list=UU9yW33ZesEUd2ZIlNrj8ZQg
GlisGlis:
very nice video. like the fact is all primitive
--- Quote ---Glis what part of the country are ya from, Mullein is fairly common at least in a Pa. Horseweed is my other favorite drill. Bob
--- End quote ---
north of Italy.
I didnt know mullen. now i've seen pictures and I think I've seen it before in nature but not so common. will try to find some
As far as using something on the spindle I'm trying not to use anything but i'd really like to know possible alternatives to pinepitch.
maybe some berry juice, blood or something ;D
Hawkdancer:
If memory serves me correctly, Mullen is the very mature form of what we called "skunk cabbage" in the greens stage. Supposed to be good boiled with any pork and enough salt. stalks can be quite tough. Not good for Horses apparently. Good dry tinder in the drill hole to catch the heat of the drill?
Have not tried a fire bow. Being only 26(3rd time), I just want to get the fire going as quickly as possible! I carry a small bottle of lamp oil for survival type situations, and lots of matches. Whatever method you prefer, practice, practice, practice, and eat only on the days you practice. >:D
Hawkdancer
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