This $15.00 Pistol & Rifle Flashlight is pretty functional for the price. It installed easily and worked well. While it is not as sturdy feeling as a more expensive light, it shot well and was bright. My main concern with the light is the switch. I killed the battery it came with the first night, […]
Category: Equipment and Book Reviews
Things we use or read to make DGW homestead work better.
Homegrown Whole Grains
A backyard field of grains? Yes, absolutely! Homegrown Whole Grains are rapidly replacing grass in the yards of dedicated locavores across the country. For adventurous homeowners who want to get in on the movement, Homegrown Whole Grains is the place to begin. Growing whole grains is simpler and more rewarding than most people imagine. With […]
MAKE Fun!
You don’t need to own a factory to make toys. MAKE Fun! author and toymaker Bob Knetzger has been making fun stuff all his life with simple technology like vacuum forming and mold-making. In an age where makers are tantalized by the capabilities of 3d printers and other digital fab technology, this book takes you […]
T-Post Puller Review
I have tried all manner of ways to pull t-posts. I finally spent the money on a dedicated t-post puller. Let me tell you the $40 was well spent. I recently was offered a bunch of posts from my father in law if I came and took down a fence. I allotted 4 days to […]
Conflicted Cards Financial Collapse Deck Review
I love the guys at conflicted cards – they had a great idea and really did a good job implementing it. They recently gave me the opportunity to both review their 7th set of cards as well as offer a contest. The financial collapse deck is timely, as I have come to believe that financial […]