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    Based in the Appalachian Mountains, Anthony is a commercial product photographer within the outdoor industry. Alongside Anthony’s commercial work, he is also an avid outdoorsman and would rather be in the woods than anywhere else.

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Looking for gear that I’ve posted about on social media or that you’ve seen in my photos? Check out my latest gear below.

 

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Use coupon “anthonyawaken” for 20% off at Exotac.com

 

Tops Brush Wolf
I have been excited about getting my hands on the Brush Wolf for a while now. I was able to handle this knife at Bladeshow 2022 and it sealed the deal…I knew I had to have one. This knife is in testing right now…And so far, it has been incredibly impressive.

1. Tops Brush Wolf Knife
2. My Survival Sheath Kit
(read more on GrimWorkshop.com)
3. PNW Bushcraft Foldable Pouch

Get the Brush Wolf Here

Bushcraft Fire Kit…
I like to swap out gear in my fire kit a few times a year so I can try new brands or types of firestarters. Here’s what I’m currently carrying in the current wet Spring weather.

1. Altoids Char Tin
2. Mini BIC Lighter with Modifications
3. Beeswax Birthday Candles
4. Esee Fire Steel
5. Feuerstock Fire Starter
6. Titan Survival Jute Rope
7. Waxed Hemp Rope
8. Repurposed Wazoo Whetstone Bag for my flint & steel kit.

See my Favorite Ferro Rods of 2022

 

 

Spring & Summer EDC…
Here is a quick look at the gear that I carry on my person every single day. If I’m heading into the woods, I add a bag, belt knife, and a leatherman.

1. Helikon-Tex Micro Med Kit
2. *Foraging & Tracking Bandanas
3. *Firestarting Necklace
4. *Knife Sharpening Necklace
5. Fenix Flashlight/Headlamp Combo
6. Modified BIC Lighter
7. (NEW to my EDC!) Baby Banter Pocket Knife
8. Badger Claw Wallet
9. *Cache Belt (w/ a full survival kit inside)
10. Duke Cannon Chapstick
11. Small hank of Titan Survivorcord

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Exotac reelKIT

Just Launched: Exotac reelKIT™
1. Individually wrapped peanut butter (for bait or quick calories)
2. Snare wire
3. *Exotac xREEL
4. Simpleshot Hunting Slingshot
5. NEW! Exotac reelKIT™
6. Esee JG3
7. **Tuff Possum Gear Possibles Pouch
8. Survival Belt Kit Pouch

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Who else is ready for some camping?
1. *Multi-functional Cache Cap
2. My favorite shirt of all time
3. *Viking Whetstone Necklace
4. **One-Person Tent
5. My favorite hiking boots
6. Titanium Canteen

Coupons*10% off at WazooSurvivalGear.com = Coupon: “awaken10”
**10% off at Battlbox.com = Coupon: “anthony”

New Hip Pack from Grayl x Earthwell.
I’ve been spending this week breaking in the new BottleLock Hip Pack from Grayl. So far, it has been an awesome way to carry the necessities for day trips. I personally love a good waist pack and this one has checked a lot of boxes for me.

1. *Wazoo Cache Beanie
2. Grayl BottleLock Hip Pack
3. Helikon-Tex Sere Pouch
4. Grayl Ultrapress & Titanium Nesting Cup
5. Esee JG3
6. Coalatree Jeans

Coupons*10% off at WazooSurvivalGear.com = Coupon: “awaken10”

 

My favorite & most-used firestarters:
1. Reel Striker
2. *Wazoo Survival Bushcraft Necklace
3. *Exotac fireROD XL
4. *Exotac fireSLEEVE (w/ BIC lighter)
5. *Exotac matchCAP XL
6. Überleben Zünden Pro
7. *UCO Stormproof Matches

Coupons*20% off at Exotac.com = Coupon: “anthonyawaken”
*10% off at WazooSurvivalGear.com = Coupon: “awaken10”

Griffin Pocket Tool (GPT)
I have carried an “Original” *Griffin Pocket Tool for as long as I can remember. In their simplest form, a GPT securely holds your keys on your belt loop (like a high-quality carabiner). In their most complex form, they’re a phenomenal multitool in the woods & everyday life. Your imagination is the limit on how you can use these.

1. Esee JG3
2. *Wazoo Cache Beanie
3. *Wazoo Bushcraft Necklace
4. Griffin Adventure Tool
5. Fenix E28R Flashlight
6. *Viking Necklace Sharpener
*Exclusive Discount: Coupon “awaken10” at WazooSurvivalGear.com

Check out Griffin Pocket Tools

 

1. Fiskars Norden N7 14″ Hatchet
I have wanted one of these Norden hatchets for a long while. Thank you to a good friend who gifted this one to me. It will certainly be by my side for many upcoming campfires.

2. Esee JG3
The Esee “Camplore” line has really impressed me this year. And I am beyond excited to put this new JG3 through its paces around camp and on some upcoming hunts.

3. Überleben Zünden Traditional Ferro Rod
A beautiful wood-handled ferro rod that is sure to get the fire going.

4. Dreki Flint Striker
This striker was a gift from one of my buddies Hank of Reptile Toolworks last year. I really like this striker for flint & steel…And it’s always a joy pulling gear out that was made by a good friend.

5. Helikon-Tex Ranger Insulated Winter Gloves
I have beaten these gloves to death for 2 winter seasons now and they keep coming back for more. I highly recommend them.

Nighttime Knife Maintenance.
I love maintaining my knives after a good day in the field. All I need is my Wazoo Viking Whetstone Necklace to bring the edge back. And some Red Eyed Hog B-Fat to keep surface rust at bay (the B-Fat also doubles as a great firestarting aid).

1. Fenix Headlamp/Flashlight
2. Wazoo Cache Beanie
3. Red Eyed Hog B-Fat
4. Esee JG3 Knife
5. Wazoo Viking Whetstone Sharpener

 

Bushcraft Cook Kit:
1. Campcraft Outdoors Utensil Roll
2. Sawyer Water Filter
3. Old Hickory Pairing Knife
4. Heavy Cover Canteen Cook Set
5. Badger Claw Sidekick Pouch (with small spice kit)
6. Red Eyed Hog B-Fat
7. Überleben Stöker Stove
8. *Wazoo Survival Foraging Bandana
*Use Coupon Code: “awaken10” for an exclusive discount on Wazoo Survival Gear (10% off).

 

Survival Fishing Kit:
1. *Wazoo Survival Knife Sharpener Necklace
2. Heavy Cover Titanium Canteen
3. Ulticlip Slim Knife Clip
4. **Exotac xREEL Survival Fishing Kit
5. Field & Steel Garcia Delta
6. **Exotac fireSLEEVE & Bic Lighter
7. Sawyer Mini Water Filter
8. Packable Grill Grate

Coupons*10% off at WazooSurvivalGear.com = Coupon: “awaken10”
**20% off at Exotac.com = Coupon: “anthonyawaken”

Lining out my summer loadout…
1. Titan Survivorcord (Dragonscale color)
2. Helikon-Tex Essential Kitbag (back in stock)
3. *Wazoo Survival Viking Whetstone Necklace
4. *Exotac ripSPOOL
5. Heavy Cover Canteen Set
6. Überleben 3″ Hexå Firestarter
7. Silky Outback Pocketboy Saw
8. *Waterproof Lighter Sleeve
9. Tom Brown Tracker Knife

Coupons10% off at WazooSurvivalGear.com = Coupon: “awaken10”
20% off at Exotac.com = Coupon: “anthonyawaken”

 

Foraging & Bushcraft Gear:
1. Waxed Canvas Bushcraft Haversack
2. Traditional Wooden Kuksa Cup
3. *Necklace Knife Sharpener
4. Tops Tanimboca Puukko
5. Silky Outback Gomboy
6. *Wazoo Survival Foraging Bandana
*Use Coupon Code: “awaken10” for an exclusive discount on Wazoo Survival Gear (10% off).

Tops Earth Skills Knife & Minimal Kit
Take a good look at this knife…The next time you see it, it definitely won’t be new.
1. Earth Skills Knife
2. Heavy Cover Canteen
3. Überleben Ferro Rod
4. Tops Mini Puukko

Check out the Earth Skills Knife

 

Standout Gear That I’m Using Right Now:
1. Titan Survivorcord (best cordage ever)
2. Extra Large 100% Cotton Shemagh
3. *Wazoo Cache Cap
4. *Exotac xREEL (available soon)
5. *Wazoo Survival Viking Whetstone Necklace (I wear it 24/7)
6. Tops Fieldcraft 3.5 Knife
7. Heavy Cover Canteen Set

Coupons10% off at WazooSurvivalGear.com = Coupon: “awaken10”
20% off at Exotac.com = Coupon: “anthonyawaken”