Really appreciate the knowledge my friend. You have opened my eyes to the idea of feeling comfortable and prepared for life outside the "safety" of city borders. Without you.. I would not be independant. For this and many other things.. I Thank You

Dave thank you for always returning to the primitive fire videos. I like how you always stress the basics and really enjoy watching these type of instructions over and over. Video is definitely not drawn out or to much detail, I think it is perfect.

This is outstanding series, one of the best presentations of the details to understand primitive fire., well done Dave.

Dave, I have been a huge fan of yours for a long time but this video was the best fire making demonstration I have ever seen with a bow and drill Enjoyed part 1 and part 2 very much

Dave just made the bow drill technique look so effortless. great video Dave!

Another good video, thanks for showing how prepping is key and how once the coal is formed to relax and let the ember form. That was a key point for me, as not to rush or panic once the ember is there, letting it form up a little.

I really enjoyed both of those videos. The little things is what I need to work on and I love how you broke them down and instead of just breezing through it. Thank you.

Dave thanks for the detailed video. USMC mountain warfare didn't explain as well as you. Yes learn by mistakes but also freeze your butt off learning the simple secrets of Time prep, and the extra little board bottom divet for air! Semper Fi

Excellent Dave. I don't get tired of your videos. Very instructive! Keep it up.

Dave I enjoyed you video, thank you for being so thorough with your explanations of the types of woods to use and your step by step run threw of the process, I will be taking these instructions with me in a week to try to duplicate this fire making skill, thanks again.

best primitive fire video I've seen.

You really are a great teacher. Maybe one day I will be able to make it to the gathering or one of your training sessions. Thanks for all that you do and I will continue to support you in the ways that I can.

Thanks Dave, really enjoying the series. Great that you did it primitive method first.

Thank you for this Dave! I have to say, your method of teaching has evolved over the years, even your tone of voice has become much calmer. Thanks again for your efforts to teach us! Greetings from Romania!

Dave, Thanks for taking the time.....

Loving this series. Thanks for posting.

Classic Dave. Take me back to when I first start watching your channel. Love the video. Keep up the good work and God bless.

Enjoyed watching you making and the procedure it takes to starting a fire with a Bo Drill.

Best explanation of this process ever. Thanks Dave.

This might be an older video but it also proves the best skills never get old.. only better... awesome video Dave

You are an awesome instructor! I appreciate you sharing your knowledge. I am so delighted that you are blessed w/ your skills, able to instruct, a good wife, and have a nice piece of property to raise and grow food. Plus, have various courses on the ability to survive off the land. I always learn and enjoy your videos. Best wishes, Gary

Ok now I am encouraged to go try it again. Thanks Dave. Great video!

Hell ya..........Old School.......and yes Wal-Mart bank line SUX.........

An excellent video on this Dave ! I got it on my first try. Preparation is everything.. thank you.

Best Bow Drill Video I Have Seen.

I enjoyed watching you make the components needed for making a fire using the bow drill.

Outstanding, Dave! This is one of the most helpful videos I've seen in months. Can't wait to get back out and tweak my bow/drill system! Thanks!

Once again another awesome video with great instruction like always.Never tried to do this so now i am looking foward to this with confidence and patience...Thanks Dave.

Ron Hood would be proud! Thanks Hi Gus and Christina!!!!

Part 1 and 2 very well done. Thumbsup buddy

That was the most detailed bow drill video I've seen man..! Very nice...smoothing it Dave...thx

Thank you Dave. God bless brother.

Another great video, thankyou for your knowledge and experience and thanks very much for sharing it . Blessings to you and your family .

Excellent. I've played with before and I can tell he knows what he is talking about. Thank you very much :)

i needed this vid 40 years ago

It's an awesome video, very detailed.

You can also rub the socket end of the spindle against the side of your nose. The oil from your skin helps lubricate.

Thanks. Another great video. Answered a problem I've had with the hand block heating up and smoking. Thanks.

Dave, Great video. This is really informative, and the details are good and clear.

Top notch video Dave and a great service to your viewers. You need to stay in front of the camera. Thanks for another lesson.

like your emphasis on knife safety!

Great Video and Info Dave... I think the "Fire School" series is going to be awesome..!!

excellent job great to see even with the vast amount of skill you have gained over the years that it is constantly being polished and improved, this is probably one of the best dow drill fire videos out there, it addressed all aspects of a succesful bow drill fire. great job

Great series Dave, like many others I really appreciate it. Thank You

Awesome stuff Dave.

Nice video!

Awesome... Great all all inclusive video for this subject. It's much appreciated friend.

Thanks for this great video. Lately I've been really interested in this technique and I find your instructions to be the best I've watched. Can't wait to give this a try -Jacko

Excellent video.. I can't wait to practice this skill this summer..

Great video, Thanks Dave

Excellent easy to follow lesson. :-)

Great content and clear instruction. Production A+. Can't wait to try my first bow drill fire next time in the field. Hope I never need it but bragging rights are at stake. Keep up the great work!

probably the best bow drill explanation i have seen on you tube i like to rub a leave into the bearing block hole to give a little lube if the block is dry works great

Aaaaaand off to try this! Awesome video! Perfect school.

Your awesome Dave .

This was an excellent video. Thanks

thanks for going into such detail. lots of good tips.

Thanks for this series, Dave. I am learning a lot. Keep up the channel, your videos are great!

well done Dave, cristal!

Awesome series

Very useful video. Thanks dave

Nice video. Very good explanation, full of details as usual. It seem to me that spring has came. Cloudy Regards from southern Spain.

Great instrucions. Thank you for showing. I like your Mora Knife.

excellent, great video!

Good job very well done.

Well done Dave! This was way better than the last FF vid of yours I saw. I have watched a lot of friction fire vids, I know a good one when I see one and this was superb. You covered a lot on this one that many people just overlook. It is those little things that make all the difference. ps. Your trapping series is also superb. Good stuff man, good stuff

very good video.... In South Africa we sometimes put a slug into the divot of the bearing block.... prevents friction and heating. Just a small tip ( but is obviously not essential - it just helps abit) Nice Viodeo... thanks!

EXCELENT VID! by far your best one since starting your subscription page!

So I was making lots of smoke, a lot of powder, but no ember from my cedar board and spindle. After watching your vids I think I see that I cut my notch to deep. Thanks for the training.

had ALL theze plans today .... afternoon rain comin' .... maybe be bow drill playin' later

Great video! Thanks

Dave, my man. You have done this FAR too many times lol. It's like second nature to you :) As always a great bid, easy to follow. Thx again for all you do.

you're just awesome man, i'm glad i heard of you

thanks DAVE its great !!!!!!!!

Man that worked like magic.

Hello Dave Well carved! I have always taken as a piece of a dry brooks but e is very hard to find a good print piece, I will like you to sometimes take a green wood. Thank cools video. LG Remo

Thanks,nice ,god job. Regards from Lithuania

Great video :) Please make one like this for the hand drill!!!

Although a bow drill fire is the LAST way I'd want to build a fire, it's an awesome thing to know when you need it.

I have a question about the Tarred Mariner's rope: I'm assuming that the tar is giving it excellent grip on the spindle so that it rotates the spindle and not just slipping around it? what if we had to fashion cordage off the land wouldn't it likely lack the same grip to turn the spindle as efficiently as the mariners rope? I'm assuming you could coat it with something to give it better grip?Sap maybe? what else could work? When you cut the spindle down do you try to have cylindrical or with clear edges like a pencil?? Thank you for this series Mr.Canterbury and all that you do and allowing this resource to exist and pass on wonderful knowledge to people who probably wouldn't have the chance or given bushcraft the chance had it not been for you.

excellent! Thank you very much!

Tip or trick: Carve little knurling grooves in the spindle to grip the rope better !

The best bow drill vid in the youtube even better then Ray Mears and thats a colpliment, Dave your best work yeat you hit the spot wery educative an useful and importan detales espesily the chois of wood. Thak you and keep them comming!!

I like the moment of silence when the job was completed.

Hey Dave, I'm always impressed with your knowledge. I'm not sure if you would consider this, but it would be nice if in your instructions you added reasons why other methods may not be as beneficial as what you're doing. For instance, I see some people cut their notch halfway into their spindle hole. I know it's not always easy because often there is more than one way to skin a coyote, but you always have a particular way of doing things and I'm usually interested in why you do something your way versus how I see other do it. Just a thought. Thanks for your videos. Keep up the good work.

great video that explains why i failed sometimes on the bow drill the video was awesome and i think it helped me i am going to try it tomorrow hope it works :)

Hey Dave, great video. I saw on a recent show, a survivalist use a skateboard wheel for his bearing block. The ball bearings provided a zero friction pivot. Just a thought.

Nice brother! Thumbs up!~~John

Dave, just wondering, would adding a dap of the fixin' wax to the bearing block help reduce the friction on the bearing block, and make it last longer also?

You kept brushing the dust away that was created when you made the V-notch. Would that dust help or hinder if put under the V-notch to catch the ember as it fell through to the bottom catch stick? Hope this makes sence. I know the technique is as old as the dinosaur but would that dust help I wonder... Thanks Dave. I know a bit about your life and background and just the guy you are now and I think your TOP NOTCH!! I hope you continue to make videos for a long time!

ur the master brother...

Is it a viable option to put some sort of lubricant between the bearing block and the spindle; such as: lard, tallow, beeswax, petroleum jelly? Will this cut down on some the friction up top or not enough to make it worth the resource spent?

i think for me that this is the best demonstration of this technique to date thank you very much for taking the time to share you knowledge i am very much looking forward to the next step sir

I've found bankline in goose/duck hunting suppliers as a decoy line.

good stuff

Dave, Great video on the bow drill part 1 and 2. I have been a big fan since you and Cody did dual survival. The one question I have is why the tar coated cord versus a cordage like 550 cord? Is it the fact that the marinar cord with the tar coating prevents the cord from slipping on the drill? Just wanted some clarification. Again, great video’s from a long time fan.

Ok so now your copying every tip I do? LOL! Just kidding, all these tips are gold and thanks for teaching me these...for FREE!

Great video Dave. Great detail and insight. I live in southern California and dont know of too many trees I can use besides Cottonwood. Any suggestions? Thanks

i tried cedar but no smoke. I'll try poplar next

Dave thanks for all the great videos but does the "tarred set line" from Walmart mot have tar in it either