What Makes a Knife to Be a Bowie Knife?
By Dylan SabotBowie knives are some of the most sought after and prized knives in the world. Their rugged good looks, impressive size and incredible durability and usability make them ideal for numerous situations, from clearing brush to personal protection. However, what actually qualifies as a Bowie knife? To answer this question, you'll have to understand a little bit about the history of this popular knife. Where did the knife get its start? What did the first versions look like? Because of the intense popularity of Bowie knives, you'll find a wide range of different styles. In fact, there are so many different types, that it can be hard to tell what i

Boat Evaluation - A Crucial Step for all Owners
By John HowardEstablishing the monetary value for a boat is one of the most important and sometimes the most difficult aspects of dealing with pleasure boats, from the perspective of the seller but of course also for other parties such as buyers, brokers, insurers and marine surveyors If you are selling, the proceeds that you will get on your motorboat, sailing yacht or fishing pontoon will either determine how much you will have in your pocket if you are moving away from marine life, or if you are upgrading, it will settle on the size of your next vessel. Even if you are buying, or trading in used boat for a new one, you should not let anyone

Can I Pack a Bowie Knife in My Suitcase When Flying?
By Dylan SabotBeing able to carry your personal belongings with you when you travel is of the utmost importance. Why wouldn't you be able to carry your bowie knife with you on an airplane? Well, after the backlash of 9/11, it seemed that you couldn't carry anything aboard a plane, without being suspected of terrorism. However, the TSA has eased some travel requirements. So, can you carry that bowie knife with you on a plane? How do you go about carrying your bowie knife on the plane? First, don't put it in your carryon bag, or wear it on your belt. These are sure ways to be stopped and investigated by the airport security personnel. In order to transport y

Restore Your Antique Snowmobile
By Kit RuggerNothing beats the classics. Although that adage asserts itself when it comes to music and vintage cars, you can also make it possible for antique snowmobiles. That said, modern snowmobiles offer a lot of power, better flexibility, and extreme maneuverability over their old counterparts. But still, nothing beats the classics. The first commercial snowmobile was launched in'16 and was designed by Ray H. Muscott. Long after the first snowmobile was launched to the public, there are still some earlier versions of the vehicle that are fully restored to its former glory. If you have an old model you want restored, this article aims to point you to t

Carrying a Bowie Knife in Public
By Dylan SabotSo, you've just purchased that beautiful new Bowie knife and now you want to wear it out on the town. You've purchased a nice new sheath that matches your belt and can't wait to go out with your knife. However, before you head out the door with that knife strapped you should know whether or not you can actually carry it. Why wouldn't you be able to carry your knife in public? As surprising as it might be, there are numerous states that will not allow you to carry that knife, whether it is sheathed, or unsheathed, concealed or unconcealed. How do you know? As an example of the laws governing knife carry in the US, let's look at the state of Co