Indeed a blade is one of the most useful things that you can’t replicate with naturally occurring items (a log or a rock can be used to hammer things, for examp

Indeed a blade is one of the most useful things that you can’t replicate with naturally occurring items (a log or a rock can be used to hammer things, for example, or vines can be twisted into rope). Opinel knives in particular are quite handy, thanks to the good quality of the blade. They can take a beating and keep their edge, plus they fold and fit in the pocket (up to No. 9 with ease), so they can fulfill the functions of fancier “survival knives”. Add a ferrocerium rod for easy fire starting, and a good book for downtime by the fire, and you’re golden.