George W. Sears - Wikipedia
His stories, appearing under the pen name "Nessmuk", popularized self-guided canoe camping tours of the Adirondack lakes in open, lightweight solo canoes and what is today called ultralight camping or ultralight backpacking.
On George Washington “Nessmuk” Sears - Northern Bush
Under the name Nessmuk Sears wrote about his observations on nature and outdoor life for Spirit of the Times and the Atlantic magazines in the 1860s and for the Tioga County Agitator in the 1870s.
Nessmuk Knife: Options In The All-American Outdoor Knife
2024年3月28日 · A Nessmuk knife is a fixed blade Sears designed and used for his expeditions. It has a distinctive curved blade that resembles a skinner or a butcher knife and a handle that fits comfortably in the hand.
The Nessmuk Ideal - A Knife's History - Knives Illustrated
2019年7月10日 · Nessmuk favored a “trinity” system of cutting tools, his little double bit hatchet of his own design, a light fixed blade and a substantial Moose pattern folder. Nessmuk’s views towards knives are arch-typical of the classic outdoorsmen; he preferred thin knives, keen edges, and a useable length.
The Story of the Nessmuk Knife - Bushcraft USA Forums
2011年2月3日 · The Nessmuk knife has recently regained popularity as a great little knife. It's ergonomic shape and deep belly make it a great slicer and many prefer it for food preparation. The origin of the Nessmuk knife is unknown.
Nessmuk - Mountain Home Magazine
2016年6月30日 · Nessmuk was “an American of the Americans and woodsman among woodsmen,” wrote an admiring reviewer at The Nation. “His poetry is...more genuine than Walt Whitman—that of a man who lives in the open air and speaks his mind.”
This Affordable New CRKT Knife’s Unique Blade Shape Dates Back ...
21 小时之前 · The Nessmuk’s uniquely shaped blade is by far its most notable distinguishing characteristic. CRKT. The blade shape itself is unlike any other and the defining feature of a Nessmuk knife: typically a keen-edged 4- to 5-inch blade with a hump on the spine near the upswept point and a generous belly.
Tricks of the Trade: the Nessmuk Knife | Autumn 2020 | Articles
This pattern, which had become known as simply the “Nessmuk,” has experienced a resurgence with bushcrafters. The forward weight of the blade, coupled with the curved belly, makes for an ergonomic multipurpose knife that can slice, hack, and skin.
George W. Sears – “Nessmuk” - Conservation Heritage
He adopted the pen name “Nessmuk” in honor of the Nipmuk tribe mentor of the same name who introduced him to a life in the outdoors. Under the name, George wrote poetry for The Atlantic and articles for Forest and Stream, decrying the damage to Penn’s Woods being done by the logging and tanning industries. His prophetic work resonates today.
The Legacy of Nessmuk: Master Woodsman and Conservationist
2024年5月21日 · Discover the legacy of George Washington Sears, known as Nessmuk, a master woodsman and conservationist. Learn how his advocacy for ultralight camping and deep connection to nature continue to inspire modern outdoor enthusiasts.