This week I'm breaking down the cutting tools that live permanently in my truck - the ones that actually see hard use, not the pretty collector pieces gathering dust.
We'll cover why I choose machetes over axes in my Georgia environment, the fixed blade philosophy that saves you money and frustration, and that tiny ceramic blade in my belt that's literally sharper than surgical scalpels.
Plus, I'll tell you about the Thanksgiving Day axe accident that sent me to the hospital and changed how I think about tool safety forever. Spoiler: it involved my brother asking if my axe was sharp right before it buried itself in my leg.
You'll also discover the unconventional Russian shovel that surprised me, why most multi-tools are carried wrong, and the simple sharpening technique that works on everything from machetes to pocket knives.
This isn't about collecting pretty blades or bushcraft Instagram photos. This is about matching tools to your actual environment and needs - because when work needs to get done, reality hits different than the fantasy.
What you'll learn:
Why environment trumps brand names in tool selection
The convex edge advantage nobody talks about
Emergency cutting tools that fit in your belt
Tool safety lessons learned the hard way
Ready to stop overthinking your cutting tools and start getting real work done?
P.S. - Tell me in the comments: are you team machete or team axe? And what's the most unconventional cutting tool you've found actually useful?
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