KA-BAR is well known for making some of the very best fixed blade knives on the market. For instance, their KA-BAR USMC 1942 knife has seen extensive service throughout global military conflicts and is held in exceptionally high regard. But…
The Olight Arkfeld UV flashlight is a fantastic EDC flashlight due to its power, price, and multiple settings. This waterproof, rechargeable light offers five different lumen settings for the perfect amount of power and battery life. So, now that you…
There’s always fencing to be done on a homestead or farm, and the best fencing pliers make your life a lot easier. I have one set of pliers I always carry with me. They’re the pliers that can do anything…
Nobody runs out of fuel purposefully. But we homesteaders do often tempt fate. Right? Luckily – the solution is simple if a modern diesel tractor with an electric diesel pump runs out of fuel. Fill the tank and start the engine. But…
All homesteaders should know how to tell if a spark plug is bad. Learning is easy – and we’re about to brainstorm some of the worst bad spark plug symptoms you may encounter. Because a bad spark plug can strike any…
Coolant blowing out of your tractor’s reservoir is usually not ideal! So we are here to teach why tractors blow water up out of the radiator. And better yet, we make some helpful and beginner-friendly repair suggestions. Don’t let a loss…
Generators can be complicated to shop for, especially if you’ve never had to figure out the best type of whole house generator for your home. In addition, to get the most from your generator, you must understand how much wattage…
Choosing the best Buck knife for everyday carry, hunting, or survival can get overwhelming fast. Buck knives come in many different models, materials, blade shapes, and additional features… it’s a knife jungle out there! That’s why we decided to give…
Have you ever wanted to bring a reliable flashlight with you for a camping adventure at night but realized you couldn’t stuff it inside your backpack? Love hiking but don’t love the weight that comes with a bright flashlight? The…
A wood saw belongs in your tool sheds like other essentials such as a hammer or pliers. But what happens when wood needs cutting, and your only saw has grown legs and disappeared? You find an alternative means of cutting the…
Outdoor fun doesn’t always have to involve going on vacation. If you have a yard you can add plenty of cool backyard stuff to keep your family entertained outdoors without leaving your property. But which cool backyard stuff is the…
Let’s face it – life on a homestead or farm isn’t all sunny days and dry weather! Whether you’re a backyard gardener or building an off-grid tiny house? You will need to go out in all manner of weather to…
If you butcher farm animals or hunt wild game – then you probably have loads of meat in the freezer. And when you want zesty homemade meatballs, meatloaf, burgers, or breakfast sausage – you need the best meat grinder. But…
Did you know that around 80% of quails are farmed in China? Why not change this statistic and start hatching your own quail – we’ve made it easy with these five best quail incubators! Quail eggs hatch in less than…
When cleaning up your lawn this autumn, the last thing you need is a mess left behind by unwanted guests. I’m talking about walnuts that those pesky squirrels leave behind. (How rude!) Isn’t it frustrating trying to pick up leftover walnuts with your…