The Hbc Point Blanket
By Luke Langsdale
Would it be right to do a Canadian camping gear test without taking along a Hbc blanket? I don’t think so. “...introduced into the fur trade in 1780, it is believed that M. Germain Maugenest first suggested to the Company’s London Committee that “pointed blankets” become a regular trade item...”
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Pendelton shirt, strap and blanket
By Luke Langsdale
The Pendleton woollen mills were established in 1909, at first manufacturing blankets but quickly incorporating woollen shirts and jackets into their repertoire. Since then, Pendleton have moved into housewares, bed linens and selected leather items...
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Gränsfors Bruks Axe
By Luke Langsdale
Ever since I first found out about Gränsfors axes a few years ago I have been a huge fan. Gränsfors axes are handmade in Sweden to the same standards they were in 1902 when the forge opened. These magnificent axes are hand-forged from a Swedish steel specifically engineered to temper the blade...
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