Often information is given over the internet that is at times blatantly incorrect. Unfortunately, because it’s repeated over and over many people think these lies or myths must be true. This is true about knives. Specifics and folklore regularly get mixed together and soon there is great confusion. No one is certain if what they want to…
Learn How To Pick The BEST Swiss Army Knife For Survival And SHTF Scenarios
Every survival kit should have at least one knife in it, but it also helps to have one all purpose pocket-knife that you either carry on your person or keep with your other knife in your kit. A vital option for that second type of knife is the Swiss Army Knife. Designed by Karl Elsener…
Awesome Knife Sharpening Techniques You Cant Survive Without
We all know how important it is to have a reliable knife to help you get through a survival situation. Even more than a firearm, a sharp knife is critical to your well-being, mainly because it has so many different functions. If you could only have one item on your person in a survival situation, you…
[VIDEO] Learn To Throw A Knife Without Spin
One skill that is easily learned and can be invaluable in a survival situation is the ability to throw a knife straight, on target and without spin. While this skill is not something you will use often, it can be critical in hunting and catching game and self-protection. The key to learning how to throw a…
[VIDEO] How to Make This Awesome Atlatl Dart
The Atlatl is an ancient spear throwing device that uses leverage and stored energy to thrust spears at a greater distance and velocity than most people are capable of achieving just by throwing a spear. As a survival tool, the darts that you use the Atlatl to throw are easily made and can be lethal…
Five Awesome Gun Storage Options
It goes without saying that keeping your firearms safely secured but easily accessible is paramount to responsible gun ownership. This is particularly true in this day and age when any number of forces could require you to have access to your weapons and just as likely separate you from them if they are not hidden.…
Make An EPIC Flamethrower!
When faced with a doomsday situation, any weapon you have on hand could spell the difference between life and death, holding onto your supplies and being able to protect your property. Quite simply, the better armed you are the greater your chances of surviving, especially if you are faced with a scenario where you are prepared…
Awesome Crossbow From Wood And PVC
Of the basics of survival, security ranks amongst the top and hovers over all you are doing. In a survival setting, even as you go about building a shelter, gathering / hunting food, starting fire or finding water, if you are not secure, your very life could be at stake. One of the most critical…
Make This Weighted Monkey Fist Weapon: It Packs A Punch!
This amazing Monkey Fist can literally make a game-changing difference if you find yourself in a survival situation. A Monkey Fist serves two purposes: Survival and Self-Protection. It can be used as a very effective sling-shot to take out smaller game as well as a weapon. As a compliment to your other survival weapons (firearms,…
[VIDEO] How To Make Survival Arrows on the Cheap
No matter how prepared we are for a survival situation, one can easily pop up and catch us by surprise. When / if that happens, our very survival could depend on how well as can improvise and adapt. Protection and food rank near the top of the list in terms of critical needs if we find…
[VIDEO] How To Make These Awesome Ninja Throwing Stars
First of all, these badass ninja throwing stars can be made without the use of ANY tools. All you need to build this awesome weapon are three bear-claw hooks and some duct-tape. This is hands down one of the easiest and best handmade weapons we’ve ever seen! Ninja Throwing Stars were allegedly a weapon used…
Why You Should Make This Rad Handmade Knife
Knives are a staple in most survivalist arsenals. But wouldn’t it be even more badass if you made your own? We think so. And not only that, we found a tutorial online that is easy to follow and the finished product looks incredible. It seriously looks like something you would buy in a novelty shop!…
[VIDEO] Hardcore PVC Slingbow: How To Make Your Own for $5
This slingbow is no joke. It’s 45 lbs (hardcore!) and the capacity for precision is incredible. Added bonus? You can make one of these on your own for $5 bucks. What’s not to love? Having a variety of tools and weapons helps you maintain a level of resourcefulness which is essential during SHTF scenarios or emergencies where…
[VIDEO] Awesome DIY Tactical Knife Made from Scrap Metal
In this awesome video we’re going to show you how to make a Tactical Knife from basic scrap metal. The materials are inexpensive, it does’t take a lot of time, and the end result is something incredibly powerful! Having a tactical knife for survival is an essential element of your survival gear and equipment. A…
[VIDEO] Make a Custom PVC Sheath For Your Knife
Learn how to make this awesome customizable PVC sheath for your knife! So many of us have knives, but unless they have retractable blades, storage on your person can become an issue. With this easy to make sheath made from inexpensive PVC pipe you can ensure all your knives have a proper place. Having a…
The Survivalist Must-Have Multi Use Weapon
We’ve found a super powerful and effective American made multi-use weapon that every survivalist will want to have on hand in a SHTF or emergency scenario. The handle is made of fiberglass and is fixed with a shock absorbing grip that ensure you can pack a punch with this thing without being concerned with the recoil –…
[VIDEO] You Need this Badass Tactical Tomahawk… Now
Before we even get started on all the badass things this tactical tomahawk can do, just look at it. This thing is a monster! But unlike other hardware or weapons you have, its surprisingly light weight. But don’t let that fool you – it packs a mean punch. We’ve been reading countless reviews and articles…
How To Make a Fire Hardened Spear
Sometimes people get confused by the concept of fire hardening. Some feel that if you opt for fire hardening, you’re only going to modify the structure of the material you’re burning. We understand why they might think this, but it’s actually not true. The entire concept of fire hardening is to dry the wood. It’s…
Alternative Weapons When You’re Out of Amo
Imagine the scene. It’s a SHTF moment and you’re running low on amo. You’re not in a position to obtain more and you don’t know when you’ll have an opportunity to replenish your stash. What do you do? Don’t panic. Die Hard Survivalists plan for scenarios exactly like these and we work to ensure we’re…
DIY Badass Speargun for Survivors
We’re continually on the hunt for new and exciting weapons and tools to add to our survivalist arsenal. When it comes to fishing we have discovered several alternate ways to bait fish, how to create a three pronged spear that we posted about here, and even how to create a fishing rod using PVC pipe in…