Thanks, my friend, and welcome! I am currently trading back and forth between a military surplus truck (LMTV) and Scouting videos. Entertainment being the primary goal of the channel. You will like the video I am releasing today. Cheers!

Thank you, Ann! I hope this inspires you to make your own staff and mod it as a tool. Best wishes!

Great idea! You certainly like your shelters built with precision, Sir! Thank you!

After you wind the 550 cord around that handle area where the cut was made, it increases the strength once more. It feels very solid in the hand. Remember, that step is optional. Some will say it is too dangerous, while others have still other reasons. It's what I wanted to do, and knew I could do it safely. Have I ever used that storage area? Not yet, but I know where it is if I had to. :-D

Oh boy... personalize it, functionalize it, and then test the heck out of it. I love my staff... I really need to make a video of me fishing with it, all the other things I can do. My latest add was an in-line skate wheel. Just unscrew the hook and store it right there. The wheels have bearings, and are great for making bow-drill fires.

Indeed... this was just to give ideas of what you "could" do. The tacks do come in handy for emergence nails and add punch in defense of your life from wild animals. I have since added an in-line skate wheel that is held down by the hook at the end. It works as a hold-down block for bow-drill fires.

It is all about what you like. Make it yours... own it... and don't worry about what other people think. There is always someone that has a different opinion, which is totally fine. Challenge them to build one then compare. Great ideas should be a two-way street; shared both ways. Cheers, and God bless.

I wish KZfaq would offer a place for people to post their pics in the comments area.

Thank you very much! Go Scouts!

Muchas gracias!

You're welcome... come back anytime.

To help you get past the first stages of an "emergency" I think my stock of food and weapons, plus my knowledge of military tactics and security will give me pretty decent odds of survival. After those are gone, skills become more valuable than gold.

Thank you, Sir! I hope your project goes just as well.

Thank you! I will have to look into this hog spear!

I have been looking to buy that cold steel spear but I haven't heard of anyone who has it. I go camping in the New Mexico mountains and the last time I was there, I got out of my hammock one night to piss and when I used my high power flashlight to just look around I saw a pair of cougar eyes starring back at me from about 30-50yrds. I had a hand cannon on me but I still didn't sleep to well the rest of the night. 😐

Yikes! It that situation, I would want a hand-cannon rather than a pig-sticker... I don't figure I would have gotten much sleep after that, either.

I have a replacement implement handle that has a metal cover over the tapered end. I drilled a hole through it so I can attach a Bush spear to it with a bolt and wingnut. This makes it a handy defense tool! ATB Sam from Vietnam

OH! I like that. Though I do have a few C.E.D. items. (Carry Every Day) A pocket knife, a lighter, and some chapstick.

Thank you so much. I hope this gives you some inspiration.

It did have a small crack in it... all I did was use wood glue... stronger than original. Still walking with it till this day... two 50 milers with it now.

Definitely. The walking staff is accompanied with a well stocked but light weight bug-out backpack. Cheers!

Not really what a walking stave was made for, but then again, I don't think that was your intent. But thanks for the comment and supporting the cause.

If a "fan" of your channel gives you something they made on their channel, aren't you kind of obligated to show that item on your channel and give credit to the person that gave it to you?

@@jacksond.hardcastle3422 why? is it in the T&C's of YT?

@@kammelryder why should common decency and common respect need to be legislated? It is called "common" because everyone should have it. Because someone is a super hero, they should not? No, sir. They should have more.

Jackson D. Hardcastle why? You just sound thirsty, for attention, for recognition of just how altruistic you are. Here’s the truth. When you send someone a gift, unbidden, to someone you don’t know or have never met it can frankly be a little creepy, even a little stalker-like, also, maybe, just maybe, they plain forgot your details to credit you? Or tried out the item and decided it wasn’t worth recommending or mentioning? Re read your original comment, you come across like a high school boy who sent a girl chocolates and she didn’t stand up in class and thank you in front of her schoolmates.

I agree about the opening... but once you make the darn thing, you can't change it without getting rid of the whole thing and uploading another. By the time the video really took off, it was too late. Thanks for sticking with it.

A "stave" is an old school term for staff or walking stick. The word "stave" appears on the 1940's? designed walking stick in a Boy's Life magazine. The tacks serve multiple purposes. They are arranged in increments of 1', 6", and 1". You can test the depth of a steam (for instance) before trudging in and finding yourself over you head. You can measure the size of fish that you catch to ensure it meets the legal standard. They can also be removed from the staff and used as an emergency nail. Furthermore, they give the staff a weapon-like feature to ward off vicious coyotes and such. Lastly, they are decorative. Great questions... thanks! Come back any time my friend.

Great idea... light weight and compact. Do you think the asphalt in the bank line will deteriorate the plastic bag? I've had that happen before.

@@HelicoolsHelipad it might but maybe if you get the heavy duty contractor grade it might not

@@mikeaden7870 I have seen some that are resistant to oils and grease... made for an auto shop, I suppose. Careful selection could be key. Thanks for furthering the "story" and adding a handy feature.

Unfortunately, when I went back to find the light, it was no longer available, but fret not... Walmart sells a tiny LED bicycle handle bar and seat post light kit that is perfect. Red for tactical, and white for all other times. They fit the staff perfectly, as it is the same size as a handlebar. You can find them in the bicycle isle at Walmart, or other stores that sell bikes for kids.

The ideas presented are designed to spark imagination in others, and not everyone will agree on what they prefer on their staff... some like a minimalist staff, while others want a Swiss Army knife. The great thing is, it is totally up to you and your preferences on what you add onto your staff. If a split occurs, no biggie... Gorilla wood glue to the rescue, and it is stronger than the original. Good luck on your project and thank you for adding to the content of the story. Best wishes.

You can attach a swiss army knife to the handle with a ranger band or bands if you wish. ATB Sam from Vietnam

It is for snagging anything that is out of reach, or hanging a small sack from.

It is called a Turk's Head knot... the best way is to download an app for your phone or computer. I recommend Grog Knots.

This staff was pattered after a staff found in Boys Life back in the 1940’s or earlier.

They are for crude navigation... to go around obstacles with right angles and keep your pace count right.

Can you direct me where I can read up to understand your response. I’m so new at land navigation. For the 1st time of my life I learn how to use a compass to land navigate from a “corporals corner” 2 series class in youtube a month ago. Thanks for your time in advance

Find me on Facebook, and message me, please. Would like to see what you created! facebook.com/helicool/

I agree. I have a go-bag with lots of cool stuff in it... 90% of which I would only need if stranded for more than a few days. The staff that I built was to my liking... some people like a minimalist staff, and that is okay. Some people like a stand-alone "Swiss Army knife" staff, which is what I built. My point is, I gave you enough ideas to spark your imagination... build it your way that works best for you and your situation. As for me, I took mine on a 50 mile hike this last summer, and although it was weighty, I had no problem whatsoever with it. It was not cumbersome, nor snagging. I can't speak for any other KZfaq creators of videos, as I have never watched any that build staves. What I can say is, my staff is "trail rated" ...and it did just fine for 54.4 miles over 5 days last summer. Since then, I've taken it on several smaller adventures. I hope you have as much fun and success building yours as I have building mine. Many blessings!

I agree, just have all your gear in a backpack which is always on your back. I don't have a dedicated walking stick (staff) but every time I go hiking I just find a suitable stick and just use it for the day. Where I am in Australia (south) there is no shortage of sticks laying on the ground. Cheers

I think it's a personal choice! There's a lot of people who won't use a walking stick. Are they wrong because you chose to. If you want a utility type of stick with items attached or one nicely carved, a plain one or none at all it's entirely up to the individual! After all they are the one that is carrying it on not carrying it what ever the case maybe! So people don't get your panties in a wad for something that does concern you!

After the build was completed, that is what you got out of this video? I must have failed you somewhere in the design. Thanks for watching, though... I hope it inspires you.

What I have on my staff is what I like, and I mostly added things to give people ideas of what they might like. Some people enjoy a minimalistic approach and are happy with a stick they find in the woods. Thank God we are all not alike, because imagine how boring the world would be.

You have a good point. If S really did HTF, the most dangerous animals to be around are people. It is best to form a group of trusted like-minded adventurers prior to anything happening... but if you are caught in an emergency situation, at least your walking stick can become much, much more, and help you survive. It is easy enough to strip the pole and conceal it, though.