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Mossberg 500A Upgrade: Part 1

February 5, 2013 By Mike

A few months ago I became the proud 300th owner of a beat to Hell Mossberg 500A. It was in the rare Knock Over Liquor Stores Edition, complete with Wrist Wrecking Pistol Grip and Sleazy Dyed Wood Fore-end. The Front Bead was broken off, it had no sling mount, and the action was filled with […]

Thrift Store Knives

January 16, 2013 By Mike

After my mini Gear Review of  the Wustoff Classic Chef’s Knife I was lucky enough for a few of you guys and gals to e-mail about how lucky you have been finding quality knives at Thrift Stores. Pat from Arcadia Knives was nice enough to send along a picture as well. Pat has been a […]

Wustoff Classic Chef’s Knife Review

January 14, 2013 By Mike

Wustoff Classic Chef’s Knife Review With all the homestyle cooking  and gear reviews we do around here it is a real shame that we went so long before getting ourselves a REAL knife, like the Wustoff Classic Chef’s Knife. It is an amazing piece of equipment to have. My wife does most of the kitchen […]

KeyShark by Crankee Monkey Review

January 11, 2013 By Mike

KeyShark Review Being that today is Friday and I’ll be popping open a beer a gear review of the KeyShark by Crankee Monkey seemed like a natural for a blog. I did get a few e-mails asking about what the trick little bottle opener was on my key chain in yesterday’s EDC video, I got […]

Leatherman Juice S2, Gear Review

January 8, 2013 By Mike

Leatherman Juice S2

I’m the proud owner of a Leatherman Juice S2, since I’ve been carrying  it for a few weeks now, a gear review is in order. Leatherman Juice S2 The Juice is noticeably smaller than my other Leatherman I have hanging around (the excellent Charge TTi) and fits comfortably in a the little pocket on a […]

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About Mike

The Backyard Pioneer
I'm a 43 year old husband, father, life long outdoorsman, and have 20+ years experience in infrastructure construction. I strive to bring you the best EDC Knife and Gear Reviews, Small Scale Homesteading, Common Sense Preparedness, and Dutch Oven Recipes.

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