Hudson Bay Fire Kit - first impressions

Mentor · Oct 19, 2009

Hi all,

The mailman delivered my JK Fire Kit this morning. I ordered a Hudson Bay-style knife to match my big 7" HB, and I went for walnut handles.

It took about three seconds for me to fall in love with this little package of razor-sharp sparky goodness. The handle fits comfortably in my hand, and my thumb naturally gravitates to the curved, notched section of the spine. The fit and finish are great, as is the grind and the edge (shaving sharp!).

The sheath is sturdy but still compact enough to fit comfortably in a front or back pocket. I will definitely be EDCing this kit! The knife and ferro-rod fit snugly into their respective pockets, and there is no danger of them coming lose at the wrong time. The stitching is protected by welts all-around.

I'm going to take this baby for some hikes this coming weekend. Look for a review with fire-starting, fuzz-sticking and twig batoning

p) in W&SS by Monday!

Pictures:

Alongside big brother:

Awesome work again, John.

All the best,

- Mike

JK Knives · Oct 19, 2009

I like the photo of the two together, really puts the size in perspective!

MidwestDave · Oct 19, 2009

Very nice. The curve of the blade should work well with the firesteel.
Don't feel you have to limit it to your pockets. I've been wearing mine around my neck, between shirts, suspended from a length of orange paracord all week.
Can't even feel it. It's even surprised me a few times when I've leaned forward and it's popped out. I'd forgotton it was there.

Dave

Mentor · Oct 19, 2009

Good call, Dave. I'll give that a try, too.

All the best,

- Mike

Snow · Oct 19, 2009

Looks awesome. Like John said, the size difference is crazy!

Sharp Eye · Oct 20, 2009

A great set.
Have fun with them.

udtjim · Oct 20, 2009

Looks great. I will post a picture of mine today as well.

coaldigger · Oct 20, 2009

That is Sweet ! You guy's are killing me

I'm trying my best not to purchase any more blades for a long time

& you keep posting these nice kits & now I'm wanting one

... No No No !!! I can't do it

Mentor · Oct 24, 2009

Hey all,

Just did a little review of my fire kit, posted over on the W&SS forum. Check it out: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=685802 .

All the best,

- Mike

Rockywolf · Oct 24, 2009

Nice. I used my modified ewok kit yesterday to start a fire in the rain. It only took one swipe on the firesteel to light the pjcb. Slick package and great quality. Your set is AWESOME!

rooikat · Nov 9, 2009

I also ordered a mini RUSK in my kit, to match my full-size RUSK.

I am happy that john allows us the freedom to do things like that.