It’s not just the United States providing Ukraine with lethal aid in their six-month-long war against Russia. Here in the US, when we think of Sweden, we think of…well, I think of Volvos and snow and the mythical “Swedish Bikini Team“ beer commercials from another era. The Ukrainians, however, have more pressing issues on their […]
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The Andrée Expedition: A tragic tale of Arctic exploration and mankind’s indomitable spirit
It can sometimes be easy to lose perspective when talking about historical events. Once timelines stretch beyond the horizon of our own recollection, they tend to get fuzzy. Most people would be surprised to know, for instance, that Cleopatra’s lifetime was actually closer to ours than it was to the construction of the pyramids, or […]

Hults Bruk Introduces Sarek Splitting Axe
Åby, Sweden – (Dec. 5th, 2018) – Hults Bruk, Sweden’s largest and oldest axe manufacturer, is proud to introduce the Sarek Splitting Axe, a premium axe specifically designed for splitting wood. Available at specialty retailers throughout North America, the Sarek fills the gap between a felling axe and splitting maul. Purpose built for splitting, the Sarek fosters the […]

Morakniv Tactical Blade | Carbon Steel Excellence
Morakniv of Sweden has been making blades for over a hundred years. While the company has undergone a few name changes, their commitment to crafting ultra-sharp knives for use at home or in the field has never wavered. I recently received the Morakniv Tactical for testing and evaluation. While I’m busy taking this thing out […]