Trusted Bushcraft Brands
These are the bushcraft brands, makers and outdoor companies I personally use, trust, recommend, or have worked with directly through Prepper in the Woods.
Some are affiliate partners, some are small makers I’ve met at The bushcraft Show, and others are companies whose products I’ve bought, tested, reviewed, or featured on the channel.
The aim of this page is simple: to highlight practical outdoor gear from companies that fit real-world bushcraft, camping, prepping and woodland use.
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Forest Fundamentals is one of my longest-standing affiliate partners and one of the companies I recommend most often. Their focus is on practical bushcraft gear, fire lighting equipment, water filtration accessories and compact outdoor cooking systems.
I've used their products in videos, on woodland trips and as part of my own bushcraft loadout. Their gear is designed by outdoor users for outdoor users, with a strong focus on simplicity, reliability and field use.
Artisan Fire Starter
The Artisan Fire Starter is one of Forest Fundamentals' most popular products and for good reason. Handmade in the UK, it combines natural materials with reliable fire-lighting performance, making it a practical addition to any bushcraft kit, emergency bag or camping setup.
I've used these in videos and woodland trips, and they're an easy way to get a fire going quickly in poor weather or when natural tinder is limited. They light easily from a ferro rod and burn long enough to help establish a sustainable flame.
Ideal for bushcraft, camping, survival kits and everyday outdoor use.
Why I Like It
Handmade in the UK
Lights easily from a ferro rod
Long burn time
Compact and lightweight
Great for bushcraft and emergency kits
Titanium Nesting Stove
The Forest Fundamentals Nesting Stove System is designed to provide a compact and practical cooking solution for bushcraft, camping and emergency preparedness. The system nests together neatly, helping to save space in your pack while still providing everything needed to boil water, cook simple meals and make hot drinks in the field.
What I like most about this setup is its simplicity. Everything packs down into one compact unit, making it easy to carry in a day bag, vehicle kit or woodland loadout. It's a practical system that focuses on function rather than unnecessary extras.
Why I Like It
Compact nesting design
Saves space in your pack
Ideal for bushcraft and camping
Simple and reliable
Easy to carry in a day bag or vehicle kit
Great for emergency preparedness
Nesting Stove Bag | 1000D Condura Storage Bag
The Forest Fundamentals Nesting Stove Bag is designed to keep your stove system organised, protected and ready for use. Built from durable materials, it provides a simple way to carry and store your nesting stove, fuel and essential cooking accessories in one place.
What I like about the bag is that it helps keep everything together. Rather than having stove parts and accessories loose in a pack, the bag keeps the system organised and easy to find when setting up camp. It's a practical addition for anyone who values a tidy and efficient bushcraft or camping setup.
Why I Like It
Keeps stove gear organised
Protects equipment during transport
Durable construction
Easy to pack in a rucksack
Helps prevent lost components
Ideal for bushcraft and camping trips
I like keeping my cooking kit together, and the Nesting Stove Bag makes it easy to grab the whole setup and head into the woods without hunting through my pack for individual items.
Beast Fire Starter
The Forest Fundamentals Beast Fire Starter is built for those who want a larger, more robust fire-lighting tool for bushcraft, camping and emergency preparedness. Combining a substantial ferrocerium rod with a durable handle, it is designed to produce a strong shower of sparks capable of igniting a wide range of natural and prepared tinders.
What I like about the Beast Fire Starter is its size and ease of use. The larger ferro rod is comfortable to grip, performs well in poor weather and offers a long service life, making it a dependable addition to any outdoor kit. Whether you're building a campfire, practising bushcraft skills or preparing an emergency kit, it's a tool designed to be used again and again.
Why I Like It
Large ferrocerium rod
Produces powerful sparks
Comfortable to use
Long-lasting performance
Works well in poor weather
Ideal for bushcraft, camping and survival kits
Artisan Tinder Pouch
The Forest Fundamentals Artisan Tinder Pouch is a simple but practical piece of bushcraft gear designed to keep natural tinder dry, organised and ready for use. Handmade in the UK, it combines traditional materials and craftsmanship with a design that's well suited to woodland use.
What I like about the Tinder Pouch is that it encourages you to collect and carry natural tinder while you're out in the woods. Whether it's birch bark, dry grass, seed heads or other natural materials, the pouch provides a dedicated place to store them until they're needed. It's a useful addition to any bushcraft kit and pairs perfectly with a ferro rod or fire starter.
Why I Like It
Handmade in the UK
Ideal for collecting natural tinder
Helps keep fire-lighting materials organised
Lightweight and easy to carry
Traditional bushcraft design
Pairs perfectly with a ferro rod or fire starter
Stealth Fire Starter
The Forest Fundamentals Stealth Fire Starter is designed for those who want a compact, lightweight and dependable fire-lighting tool that can be carried every day. Small enough to fit in a pocket, pouch or survival tin, it provides a reliable way to start a fire without adding unnecessary bulk to your kit.
What I like about the Stealth Fire Starter is its simplicity. It takes up very little space but still provides the performance needed to ignite prepared tinder and natural fire-lighting materials. Whether carried as part of an EDC setup, bushcraft kit or emergency preparedness pack, it's a useful backup that is always ready when needed.
Why I Like It
Compact and lightweight
Easy to carry every day
Reliable spark production
Ideal for survival tins and EDC kits
Great backup fire-lighting option
Designed for practical outdoor use
Why I Recommend Forest Fundamentals
Forest Fundamentals has become one of my most trusted bushcraft partners. Their products focus on practical outdoor use, quality craftsmanship and real-world reliability rather than gimmicks.
I've used many of their products in videos and on woodland trips, and they continue to earn a place in my kit. If you're looking for well-designed bushcraft gear made by people who understand the outdoors, they're well worth checking out.
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British Machete Company is a UK blade maker producing heavy-duty machetes and outdoor tools designed for real-world use. I first discovered them at The Bushcraft Show and have followed their work ever since.
What stands out about British Machete Company is their focus on practical, hard-working tools rather than display pieces. Their blades are built for chopping, clearing vegetation, processing wood and general outdoor tasks.
I've personally used and reviewed several of their products and have been impressed by both the build quality and performance in the field.
Why I Recommend Them
UK blade maker
Built for real outdoor use
Heavy-duty construction
Excellent value for money
Ideal for bushcraft, camping and land management
Proven performers in my own testing
M28 Solifuge
The M28 Solifuge is one of the standout blades in the British Machete Company range. Designed to bridge the gap between a traditional machete and a heavy-duty outdoor knife, it offers impressive chopping power while remaining compact enough for practical woodland use.
I've used the M28 Solifuge for bushcraft tasks, wood processing and general camp work. It strikes a great balance between cutting performance, durability and portability, making it one of my favourite British Machete Company designs.
Why I Like It
Comfortable grip
Strong construction
Versatile outdoor tool
BMC M51 Vanguard Golok
BMC M51 Vanguard Golok
The BMC M51 Vanguard Golok is a heavy-duty chopping tool inspired by traditional golok designs, built for serious woodland work. Designed and manufactured in the UK by British Machete Company, it combines powerful cutting performance with a comfortable grip and durable construction.
What stands out about the M51 is its ability to tackle larger jobs while still remaining controllable. Whether you're processing firewood, clearing overgrown areas, or working around camp, the golok-style blade delivers impressive chopping power without feeling cumbersome.
British Machete Company has built a reputation for producing practical outdoor tools rather than display pieces, and the M51 Vanguard Golok follows that philosophy. It's a tool designed to be used, maintained and relied upon in real-world conditions.
Why I Like It
• Traditional golok-inspired design
• Excellent chopping performance
• UK-made by British Machete Company
• Comfortable and secure grip
• Suitable for woodland and camp tasks
• Built for long-term outdoor use
M13 Imp
The M13 Imp is a compact outdoor blade designed for portability and everyday practicality. Despite its smaller size, it remains a capable tool for a wide range of woodland and camp tasks.
The Imp is easy to carry and provides a good balance between cutting performance and convenience, making it a useful companion blade for bushcraft, camping and outdoor adventures.
Why I Like It
Compact and lightweight
Easy to carry
Strong construction
Practical outdoor tool
Great companion blade
M42 Naga Parang
M42 Naga Parang
The BMC M42 Naga Parang is a modern interpretation of the traditional parang, a blade style that has earned a reputation for efficiency in woodland environments. Designed for chopping, clearing vegetation and general outdoor work, the M42 combines cutting power with a shape that remains comfortable and controllable in use.
What makes a parang different from many machetes is its blade profile. The weight distribution and edge geometry are designed to maximise cutting performance while reducing fatigue during longer periods of use. This makes the M42 well suited to woodland management, trail clearing, camp tasks and processing natural materials.
Like the rest of the British Machete Company range, the M42 Naga Parang is built with practical outdoor use in mind rather than simply looking impressive on a wall. It's a tool designed to be carried, used and relied upon in the field.
Why I Like It
Traditional parang-inspired design
Excellent chopping efficiency
Well balanced in the hand
Suitable for woodland and camp tasks
Built for practical outdoor use
Strong and durable construction
British Machete Company produces practical outdoor blades designed to be used rather than displayed. After meeting the team at The Bushcraft Show and using their products myself, I've been impressed by their focus on real-world performance, durability and value.
Whether you're looking for a compact outdoor blade, a capable chopper or a traditional parang, British Machete Company offers tools designed for people who actually spend time outdoors.
Beaver Bushcraft & Leather is a small UK maker producing handcrafted leather bushcraft gear designed for real outdoor use. Their products focus on durability, traditional craftsmanship and practical field use rather than mass production.
I've followed Beaver Bushcraft for some time and really like the quality of their leatherwork. Everything is designed with bushcrafters in mind, from knife sheaths and axe masks to pouches and outdoor accessories. These are products built to last and develop character the more they're are used.
Why I Recommend Them
• Handmade in the UK
• Quality leather craftsmanship
• Built for real bushcraft use
• Durable and long-lasting
• Traditional designs
• Ideal for woodland, camping and survival
Solar Fire Steel Pendant Striker
The Solar Fire Steel Pendant Striker combines traditional bushcraft with everyday practicality. Designed to be worn around your neck, it keeps a reliable fire-lighting tool close at hand while doubling as an attractive handcrafted pendant. Supplied with a leather neck thong and a piece of natural Amadou tinder, it's a simple but effective way to carry one of the oldest fire-lighting methods into the woods.
What I like about this product is that it blends traditional craftsmanship with genuine usefulness. The compact size makes it easy to carry on every trip, while the handcrafted striker produces reliable sparks when paired with a ferro rod or natural flint. Whether you're practising primitive fire lighting or simply want a dependable backup fire starter, it's a piece of kit that's always ready to use.
Why I Like It
Handmade in the UK
Traditional bushcraft design
Comfortable leather neck thong
Includes natural Amadou tinder
Lightweight and easy to carry
Great for bushcraft, camping and historical fire-lighting
Mini Pocket Sized Tinderbox with Mini Fire Steel
The Mini Pocket Sized Tinderbox with Mini Fire Steel is a compact fire-lighting kit designed for bushcrafters who appreciate traditional methods without sacrificing portability. Small enough to slip into a pocket, possibles pouch or survival tin, it keeps your essential fire-lighting equipment together in one convenient package.
What I like about this kit is its simplicity. Having a dedicated tinderbox helps keep your fire-lighting materials organised, dry and ready when you need them. The included mini fire steel makes it a complete, self-contained solution that's ideal for woodland trips, camping, emergency kits or everyday carry.
Why I Like It
Compact and lightweight
Includes a mini fire steel
Helps keep tinder dry and organised
Perfect for bushcraft and camping
Ideal for survival tins and EDC kits
Traditional design with practical everyday use
Animal & Mythical Strikers
The Animal & Mythical Strikers combine traditional fire-lighting with unique handcrafted designs inspired by dragons, serpents, Viking ships and other legendary creatures. While they look like collectible pieces, they're made to be used in the woods and produce reliable sparks with natural flint.
What I like most is that they make traditional fire lighting more enjoyable. Instead of carrying a plain striker, you can choose a design that suits your own style while still having a practical tool that performs well. Whether you're interested in bushcraft, historical fire lighting, Viking culture or simply appreciate quality craftsmanship, these strikers stand out from the crowd.
Why I Like It
Handmade in the UK
Unique dragon, Viking and animal-inspired designs
Traditional flint and steel fire lighting
Functional as well as decorative
Strong spark production
Great for bushcraft, camping and historical skill
Natural Amadou Tinder Pieces (5g)
Natural Amadou Tinder has been used for centuries as one of the oldest and most reliable natural fire-lighting materials. Harvested from the hoof fungus that grows on certain trees, Amadou catches a spark easily and can be used to create a glowing ember when paired with flint and steel or other traditional fire-lighting methods.
What I like about Amadou is that it lets you experience fire lighting the way it was done long before modern equipment existed. It's lightweight, easy to carry and a great addition to any traditional bushcraft kit. Whether you're learning historical fire-lighting techniques or simply enjoy practising primitive skills, Amadou is a fascinating natural tinder to work with.
Why I Like It
Traditional natural tinder
Lightweight and easy to carry
Works well with flint and steel
Ideal for primitive fire lighting
Great for bushcraft demonstrations
A perfect addition to any traditional fire kit
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Beaver Bushcraft & Leather offers a huge range of handcrafted leatherwork, traditional fire-lighting equipment and bushcraft accessories.
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I'm always looking to discover and work with quality bushcraft makers. As I test more gear and build new relationships, I'll continue adding companies and products that I genuinely recommend.