Thanks for watching! If anyone would like to checkout a Jerven, betterbushcraft.com/products/jerven-fjellduken-hunter-primaloft-60g-mountain-camo?_pos=1&_sid=009a6f94b&_ss=r
I’m 70 and I love your videos it reminds me when I was young I don’t get around as good I used to but I still camp in my backyard keep up the good work God Bless you and Thank You
@garycase1790…. I think you are very wise to continue doing what you enjoy despite the inevitabilities of aging. I am just shy of 60, a wife, mother and grandma. And I still get out and camp in our woods and if that’s not possible I’m quite happy to do the same in our backyard. This channel keeps me inspired and learning new things. Merry Christmas to you! And many happy camps in the coming year!
👍 Nothing wrong with the back yard. When it's dark and outside the circle of light from the fire / whatever and when in the tent, under a tarp asleep .. you could be anywhere with similar conditions you imagine to be.
Another great video! My favorite piece of kit of yours is not the awesome WW2 Ruck, Jerven, Basha, elephant skin, or even the titanium kit! My FAVORITE piece of your kit seeing is that cooking tool you whittled down in a past video! That thing keeps paying dividends! Love it! Keep it up!
Interesting mods on that ruck brother...I have an old M1952 and often thought about doing some kind of mod to the thing...their frames are not the friendliest to lug around...looked to be a mite soggy on this one amigo...thanks for taking us along...woods
@@MTwoodsrunner Thanks Woods! Man, I love that old steel frame, but it is built for someone about 6” shorter than myself. The mods were very simple with a speedy stitch. Piece of aluminum and some 1.5” webbing to make a pocket at the bottom and a sleeve at the top. Sit pad tucked between aluminum and back. Stitched an ALiCE kidney belt on and shaped the aluminum to curve of my back. Carrying is night and day to what it was. Probably cannot handle the heavier loads the steel frame could, but this is very comfortable to carry now. Have a good one, my friend. 🤝
👍👍👍 Nice one Jess. That's a neat conversion of that '41 Mountain Pack. 'Old School' / Stuff shown to work in the real world .. I've got a serious leaning towards that 😊. 🌲🎅🥂 and more to you, my Friend, K and the W's. Take care .. Tommy
@@thomasmusso1147 Thanks Tommy! Been looking for one of these packs for years. I bought a frame about 8 years ago and have used it with different setups. Unfortunately, it seems to be made for someone about 5’6, hence the mods. It carries pretty good now. Merry Christmas! 🤝🌲
Hi Jess another brilliant video my friend ,nice to see a British basher in your kit ,and I bet that old rucksack could tell a few stories as well from my family to yours merry Christmas and a happy new year, keep well and outdoors my friend ,all the best 💪🏴👍
↟↟Hey Jess🙌🏻 Cool wild camping in harsh conditions Brother.. A great opportunity to improve your skills and test new gear🔥 Happy solstice & marry Yule☃️❄️
Awesome trip like always! Got my Hunter Extreme not too long ago, tried it overnight as a hammock cocoon at 17F with a folding mat and a wool blanket, it was amazing how warm it was with just that. Merry Christmas!
I thought my cold tolerance was fairly high, but then I see you setting up camp with no gloves and waiting til near dark to get that fire going lol. Great video! Thank you and Merry Christmas.
@@jds0406 Living here has adjusted my inner thermostat. This trip wasn’t cold, about 35f. Currently it’s about -10F. Mitten weather for sure.😁 Appreciate it! Merry Christmas!
Always enjoy your videos. They’re relaxing, inspiring and I never fail to learn something new. This one was no exception . Also pleased to see your collaborative sourcing of gear from Better Bushcraft, as I am a huge fan of their quality products and exceptional customer service. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas and throughout the new year.
Interesting! My dad was in the 10th Mtn in Italy. I have almost the same ruck, (not the one he carried, but he must've purchased it post WW2) but the middle compartment has a leather strap rather than a zipper. It's not in great shape, but I'm making repairs little by little with needle and thread. It also has integral canvas pack straps.
British army basha, dependable piece of kit. It's what I use, my very basic kit being the British army basha, Savotta roll mat, British army bivi bag, wool blanket and long woolmix coat. (Serves as a second blanket)
@@mallyredfearn6834 They are really nice tarps. I need to spend some more time with it, getting the feel for different setups. I have been favoring A Frames lately. What setups do you like to run with your basha? A good bivvy and some wool is a great way to go. I have a wool greatcoat, but I noticed it is getting a little tight around the shoulders. Have a good one and Merry Christmas
@EnduranceRoom They're great with regard to longevity, though being slightly smaller, yet heavier than a 3×3 DD tarp, they take a bit of getting used to. I'm 65 now, so I do struggle with some of the very low profile setups commonly associated with these, though I'll use them if I need to. I'm in the uk, where it's almost always windy and we get more than our fair share of rain; so, while I'll always prefer a lean-to if I can get away with it, it will normally be a choice of a ploughpoint or a flying A frame. This is why the bivi bag is so important for me. The woolmix coat is a lined, quite thick cromby style, 60% wool, 40% polyester. It sheds water really well and comes just below my knees. It's well oversized to allow for layers. I use a US military poncho over this. I know I could use the poncho as a shelter and dispense with the basha, but as I say, I'm getting on in age, lol, so need that bit extra area. In winter, I can add to this a Softie suit. The trousers get used quite often. The jacket I've generally just used as another layer over me. Works very well. There's a tutorial I've looked up for you by a bloke called Jim Bob on RUclips. Give that a look. All the best to you and hope you enjoy a wonderful Christmas in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I smile every time the steamer gets deployed! What did you come up with to keep your water freezing in the canteen? Remember the pocket warmers that ran on lighter fluid? Maybe improvise something? Another great one Jess!
@@A_Meek_Lake_Dweller_2.0 Hey Scott! That thing is so great. Lightweight and efficient. This trip was around 35F, so freezing wasn’t an issue. Usually, I will just pull stuff inside the jerven. I am not familiar with those warmers, but you just reminded me of some USGI meal heaters that were in the barn. Have to dig those out and see if I can find a use for em. I have been taking a 64oz bottle with me to cover water for a night, but I think I may swap it out for a double wall for the cold and maybe even add a thermos. -10F this week. Warming up again. Weather has been like a yoyo. Merry Christmas my friend. All the very best to you and yours!
@@davef5916 It is good down to about freezing by itself. I wear my clothes inside with the insulated pad. As it gets colder, I will add clothing layers or a wool blanket. Wool is really nice inside these.
Great overnighter Jess. That Ruck is awesome. I bet pretty hard to find but if someone made a good copy I'd be down for it. Also where did you get that excellent little skillet? Wishing you , Catharine and the whole family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Take care Nate
@@journeyman7189 Thanks Nate! The ruck is pretty interesting. This is the one that inspired the tropical rucksack, ALICE and a whole lot of other packs. Working on an idea to bring it back. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 🤝
@@StefanIngargiola Ah yeah, I cut the bottom straps off and now it doesn’t matter so much. Also, it’s easier to get in and out of them with zipper inside. Cheers
@@gospelninja2.016 Oh I love the XL, but the Hunter is A plus awesome as well, and fits in a pack a little easier when space is a consideration. About 25lbs
Awesome video! I got inspired to buy one of this Norwegian sleeping bag, can I use my wool swiss army 100% blanket in it or over it if it’s effective for Scandinavian cold weather conditions?
@@Khatcharev Thank you! Wool blanket inside the Jerven is excellent. I like using just my clothing layers inside the bag until about 0C. After 0C, I either add additional clothing layers, wool blanket or a sleeping bag.
@@irmuggle knife is Falkniven F1. Nice blade. Little small for the season, but it is light, easy to carry and works quite well for most tasks. Paired with a larger chopper, bases are covered. Chopper was a Silky NATA
@@The.Omnipotent.1 It is 60g. It is good down to about freezing when setup in this fashion with appropriate clothing layers. As it gets colder, you can add more clothing or a light sleeping bag. I like using it with a wool blanket. The insulated sleeping pad I used is also a big help. It is really great kit.
@@nielsmachielsen1596 Thank you! The jervens are amazing kit. Stove is a little collapsible veggie steamer. I pulled the legs off it to make it more compact. Makes an awesome lightweight stove/fire pit.
Hi Jesse! Cool video👌! Thank you for taking along, the elephant skin is a great thing, I always carry one to the woods. It is very versatile and the weight is not that much. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year🎄🎁🥂! All the very best from Austria my friend🇦🇹 🤠👍🏕🔥
@@outdoor-suedost Hey Bernd! Appreciate it! The Elephant skin is amazing. Best ground sheet I have used. Merry Christmas to you and yours. All the very best and Happy New Year! 🤝🌲⛰️🌲
OMFG dinners looking so good already just on that fire side skillet Brother ! Is uh, the German Elephant Skin Matt, really made with actual German 🐘 Skin ? Loving this entire style of Bushcraft work & content, especially while seeing terrain & neighboring ranges up in/around my Spirit's extremely long time former home, Many these remind me of so many fond memories in both Catskills & Adirondacks ranges growing up too. & Particular filming & editing methods very enjoyable & easy to follow as well Dude. Merry YULE to you & your's Sir ! Merry YULE & an exceptionally just in time balancing Solstice to all here as well 😃
Thanks for watching! If anyone would like to checkout a Jerven,
betterbushcraft.com/products/jerven-fjellduken-hunter-primaloft-60g-mountain-camo?_pos=1&_sid=009a6f94b&_ss=r
I’m 70 and I love your videos it reminds me when I was young I don’t get around as good I used to but I still camp in my backyard keep up the good work God Bless you and Thank You
Yeah, my
Backyard is whatever it needs to be the woods.The forest the desert the high plains.I camp in my back yard all the time keeps you young
@@garycase1790 Thanks very much, Gary! Appreciate it. God Bless
@garycase1790…. I think you are very wise to continue doing what you enjoy despite the inevitabilities of aging. I am just shy of 60, a wife, mother and grandma. And I still get out and camp in our woods and if that’s not possible I’m quite happy to do the same in our backyard. This channel keeps me inspired and learning new things. Merry Christmas to you! And many happy camps in the coming year!
👍 Nothing wrong with the back yard.
When it's dark and outside the circle of light from the fire / whatever and when in the tent, under a tarp asleep .. you could be anywhere with similar conditions you imagine to be.
Kumpel, frohe besinnliche Weihnachten. Eure amerikanischen Wälder sehen fantastisch aus. Coole Videos. Ich werde wahrscheinlich Weihnachten alleine in den Wäldern verbringen. Bleid gesund ❤
Thank you for posting, photography is beautiful as always and Merry Christmas 🎄
@@Baci1603 Thank you! Merry Christmas
Another great video! My favorite piece of kit of yours is not the awesome WW2 Ruck, Jerven, Basha, elephant skin, or even the titanium kit! My FAVORITE piece of your kit seeing is that cooking tool you whittled down in a past video! That thing keeps paying dividends! Love it! Keep it up!
@@BetterBushcraft1 Thanks Brother! 🤝
Cool pack Jess. Thanks for your video. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 bro
@@bugoutbrad8395 Thanks Brad! Merry Christmas!
Interesting mods on that ruck brother...I have an old M1952 and often thought about doing some kind of mod to the thing...their frames are not the friendliest to lug around...looked to be a mite soggy on this one amigo...thanks for taking us along...woods
@@MTwoodsrunner Thanks Woods! Man, I love that old steel frame, but it is built for someone about 6” shorter than myself. The mods were very simple with a speedy stitch. Piece of aluminum and some 1.5” webbing to make a pocket at the bottom and a sleeve at the top. Sit pad tucked between aluminum and back. Stitched an ALiCE kidney belt on and shaped the aluminum to curve of my back. Carrying is night and day to what it was. Probably cannot handle the heavier loads the steel frame could, but this is very comfortable to carry now.
Have a good one, my friend. 🤝
You've got your skills down to a science, dude! Rock on! Love your videos!😂
Great video as always. Nice to see you out. Cheers from Cape Breton 👍 👍
@@dadgad68 Thank you! 🤝
always good to see you in the forest
Take care and Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas Jessie thank you for your amazing work..
@@outsidertank Hey Tank! Thanks brother. Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas Jess ! God bless you. Warm greetings from Switzerland ! Jean-Luc
@@jean-lucbarmaverain8519 Thank you! Merry Christmas!
Very cool Jess! Thanks for sharing. Happy holidays to you and yours!
@@herbsmith6871 Thanks Herb! All the best to you and your tribe!
Awesome video man
@@ProtectAndPersevere Thanks brother, appreciate it
Merry Christmas and Happy New Years, great video
@@dmtnw4480 Thank you! Same to you and yours 🤝
Thank you, sir, for an outstanding post. Much appreciated.
@@volleytheory Thanks my friend. Have a good one
👍👍👍 Nice one Jess.
That's a neat conversion of that '41 Mountain Pack.
'Old School' / Stuff shown to work in the real world .. I've got a serious leaning towards that 😊.
🌲🎅🥂 and more to you, my Friend, K and the W's.
Take care .. Tommy
@@thomasmusso1147 Thanks Tommy! Been looking for one of these packs for years. I bought a frame about 8 years ago and have used it with different setups. Unfortunately, it seems to be made for someone about 5’6, hence the mods. It carries pretty good now.
Merry Christmas! 🤝🌲
@@EnduranceRoom 5'6" .. a tad over .. that's me .. made to measure 😁.
Thanks 👍 .. and 4U Guys too.
Very nice. Basha and goog old german "Elefantenhaut" ;) I use it all the time.
Good Evening ! Merry Christmas to You & Yours. TAKE CARE..
@@brushbum7508 Thank you! Merry Christmas!
Back to basics! :) Marry Christmas!
@@swaspc7618 Merry Christmas!
Wish we had that snow here in Sweden now…beautiful video. 👌😊
Thank you! 🌲
Sehr schön !!!!
God Jul !!
Thanks for the infos and all the work
Hi Jess another brilliant video my friend ,nice to see a British basher in your kit ,and I bet that old rucksack could tell a few stories as well from my family to yours merry Christmas and a happy new year, keep well and outdoors my friend ,all the best 💪🏴👍
@@ScoOutDoors Hey Paul! The basha is solid kit and this ruck definitely has some stories. All the very best to you and yours! Cheers brother 🤝🌲
Merry Christmas Everyone !
↟↟Hey Jess🙌🏻
Cool wild camping in harsh conditions Brother.. A great opportunity to improve your skills and test new gear🔥
Happy solstice & marry Yule☃️❄️
@@BushcraftAdventure Hey Alex! Happy Solstice and Merry Yule Brother! Wishing you and your family all the very best 🤝🌲⛰️🌲
Awesome trip like always! Got my Hunter Extreme not too long ago, tried it overnight as a hammock cocoon at 17F with a folding mat and a wool blanket, it was amazing how warm it was with just that. Merry Christmas!
@@asmith7876 Thank you! That’s awesome! Really glad to hear it. Merry Christmas!
I thought my cold tolerance was fairly high, but then I see you setting up camp with no gloves and waiting til near dark to get that fire going lol. Great video! Thank you and Merry Christmas.
@@jds0406 Living here has adjusted my inner thermostat. This trip wasn’t cold, about 35f. Currently it’s about -10F. Mitten weather for sure.😁
Appreciate it! Merry Christmas!
THANKS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
👍👍 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. 🌲🌲🌲🌲
@@drrobert2120 Thank you! All the very best to you and yours 🤝
Always enjoy your videos. They’re relaxing, inspiring and I never fail to learn something new. This one was no exception . Also pleased to see your collaborative sourcing of gear from Better Bushcraft, as I am a huge fan of their quality products and exceptional customer service. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas and throughout the new year.
@@HuntCreekBushcraft Thanks so much! I really appreciate it. All the best to you and yours. Merry Christmas
Cheeseburger looked scrumptious, too bad no smell-a-vision haha
You always amaze me the amount of gear you fit into small packs and rucks! I think I may be using too much bulky gear lol.
Great,thank you!
Sympa 👍 merci de se partager
Thanks for a great video, I bet that rucksack has seen some action. All the best for 2025 👍
@@ysgolgerlan Thanks so much! Yeah, it’s been through some stuff. For what it is though, really well made. All the very best my friend. 🤝
that's very cool. that pack isn't much larger than the two pocket cotton canvas arvn pack I like to use.
Great American Video Freedom
Merry Christmas Jessman!
@@couchcamperTM Thanks Couch! Merry Christmas!
Interesting! My dad was in the 10th Mtn in Italy. I have almost the same ruck, (not the one he carried, but he must've purchased it post WW2) but the middle compartment has a leather strap rather than a zipper. It's not in great shape, but I'm making repairs little by little with needle and thread. It also has integral canvas pack straps.
On the way back, a child and his mother hiking 100 meters passing by, " hey mom, look at a hunchbacked Bigfoot without hair ". Happy Yule.
British army basha, dependable piece of kit. It's what I use, my very basic kit being the British army basha, Savotta roll mat, British army bivi bag, wool blanket and long woolmix coat. (Serves as a second blanket)
@@mallyredfearn6834 They are really nice tarps. I need to spend some more time with it, getting the feel for different setups. I have been favoring A Frames lately. What setups do you like to run with your basha?
A good bivvy and some wool is a great way to go. I have a wool greatcoat, but I noticed it is getting a little tight around the shoulders. Have a good one and Merry Christmas
@EnduranceRoom They're great with regard to longevity, though being slightly smaller, yet heavier than a 3×3 DD tarp, they take a bit of getting used to.
I'm 65 now, so I do struggle with some of the very low profile setups commonly associated with these, though I'll use them if I need to.
I'm in the uk, where it's almost always windy and we get more than our fair share of rain; so, while I'll always prefer a lean-to if I can get away with it, it will normally be a choice of a ploughpoint or a flying A frame. This is why the bivi bag is so important for me.
The woolmix coat is a lined, quite thick cromby style, 60% wool, 40% polyester. It sheds water really well and comes just below my knees. It's well oversized to allow for layers. I use a US military poncho over this. I know I could use the poncho as a shelter and dispense with the basha, but as I say, I'm getting on in age, lol, so need that bit extra area.
In winter, I can add to this a Softie suit. The trousers get used quite often. The jacket I've generally just used as another layer over me. Works very well.
There's a tutorial I've looked up for you by a bloke called Jim Bob on RUclips. Give that a look.
All the best to you and hope you enjoy a wonderful Christmas in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I smile every time the steamer gets deployed!
What did you come up with to keep your water freezing in the canteen? Remember the pocket warmers that ran on lighter fluid?
Maybe improvise something?
Another great one Jess!
@@A_Meek_Lake_Dweller_2.0 Hey Scott! That thing is so great. Lightweight and efficient. This trip was around 35F, so freezing wasn’t an issue. Usually, I will just pull stuff inside the jerven. I am not familiar with those warmers, but you just reminded me of some USGI meal heaters that were in the barn. Have to dig those out and see if I can find a use for em.
I have been taking a 64oz bottle with me to cover water for a night, but I think I may swap it out for a double wall for the cold and maybe even add a thermos. -10F this week. Warming up again. Weather has been like a yoyo.
Merry Christmas my friend. All the very best to you and yours!
@EnduranceRoom Merry Christmas to You and your family Jess!
Tasty looking grub🔥
Respect
@@moorshound3243 🤝
Awesome to see the use of the hunter in such cold conditions without anything else inside it. Were you very cold?
@@davef5916 It is good down to about freezing by itself. I wear my clothes inside with the insulated pad. As it gets colder, I will add clothing layers or a wool blanket. Wool is really nice inside these.
Looks like perfect weather. Muenster ? Merry Christmas my friend
@@johnburgin7478 It has been up and down like a yoyo, 40s to below zero. Keeping it interesting. Muenster. Merry Christmas, Brother. 🤝
Great overnighter Jess. That Ruck is awesome. I bet pretty hard to find but if someone made a good copy I'd be down for it. Also where did you get that excellent little skillet?
Wishing you , Catharine and the whole family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Take care
Nate
@@journeyman7189 Thanks Nate! The ruck is pretty interesting. This is the one that inspired the tropical rucksack, ALICE and a whole lot of other packs. Working on an idea to bring it back.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 🤝
👍🏻👍🏻
🤝
You wear the Swiss Army Gaiters wrong! The Zipper is out side! Keep on Rocking 😊
@@StefanIngargiola Ah yeah, I cut the bottom straps off and now it doesn’t matter so much. Also, it’s easier to get in and out of them with zipper inside. Cheers
Haha, should have watched on before commenting
Nice man, is that the basha I sent you ? What do you think of it?
@@RedBranchBushcraft Yes!!! Man, I love it. Really nice.
@@EnduranceRoom class
@@EnduranceRoom I want a Basha!!!😅😅😅
Сразу видно, парень с русской душой.
Don't like the XL now? How much did your pack weigh in this?
@@gospelninja2.016 Oh I love the XL, but the Hunter is A plus awesome as well, and fits in a pack a little easier when space is a consideration. About 25lbs
Awesome video! I got inspired to buy one of this Norwegian sleeping bag, can I use my wool swiss army 100% blanket in it or over it if it’s effective for Scandinavian cold weather conditions?
@@Khatcharev Thank you! Wool blanket inside the Jerven is excellent. I like using just my clothing layers inside the bag until about 0C. After 0C, I either add additional clothing layers, wool blanket or a sleeping bag.
@@EnduranceRoom thank you for replaying my question, have a happy new year!
What machete is that?
@@emmanuelmorales6084 Silky NATA
What's the blade
@@irmuggle knife is Falkniven F1. Nice blade. Little small for the season, but it is light, easy to carry and works quite well for most tasks. Paired with a larger chopper, bases are covered. Chopper was a Silky NATA
Is the Hunter a 67g/m2 primaloft insulation, and is that all you used apart from what you were wearing?😮
@@The.Omnipotent.1 It is 60g. It is good down to about freezing when setup in this fashion with appropriate clothing layers. As it gets colder, you can add more clothing or a light sleeping bag. I like using it with a wool blanket. The insulated sleeping pad I used is also a big help. It is really great kit.
🤙✌👍🥰
@@hangtough503 Merry Christmas Brother 🤝💚
Man.. you got snow?.. jelly.
@@Gungnir762 It’s been hot cold hot cold, -10F currently. Woke with frozen pipes yesterday. The little things 🤣
Have a good one brother 🤝
@@Gungnir762 It’s been hot cold hot cold, -10F currently. Woke with frozen pipes yesterday. The little things 🤣
Have a good one brother 🤝
@ same my way… seems you have the colder end. Have a Merry Christmas.
Nice video again! I have a jerven to. Awesome piece of gear.
What is the brand of the foldable woodstove you use?
Greets
@@nielsmachielsen1596 Thank you! The jervens are amazing kit. Stove is a little collapsible veggie steamer. I pulled the legs off it to make it more compact. Makes an awesome lightweight stove/fire pit.
@EnduranceRoom that is a really clever idea. I will purchase one to. Thanks. 😄
You get that ruck from an esty store. Because I saw one like that and I was going to buy it but then couldn't. When I went back it was sold. No matter
@@gwpattrick No, ebay. There are regularly more than a few on there in varying conditions.
Love it
Miserable! Glad it’s too cold for winter rain where I’m at.
Hi Jesse! Cool video👌! Thank you for taking along, the elephant skin is a great thing, I always carry one to the woods. It is very versatile and the weight is not that much.
I wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year🎄🎁🥂!
All the very best from Austria my friend🇦🇹 🤠👍🏕🔥
@@outdoor-suedost Hey Bernd! Appreciate it! The Elephant skin is amazing. Best ground sheet I have used. Merry Christmas to you and yours. All the very best and Happy New Year! 🤝🌲⛰️🌲
That’s not adk winter you should be on frozen Lake George
@@mosinfan462 Yeah…. Currently -10F outside.
@ oh ik i live in Whitehall
OMFG dinners looking so good already just on that fire side skillet Brother !
Is uh, the German Elephant Skin Matt, really made with actual German 🐘 Skin ?
Loving this entire style of Bushcraft work & content, especially while seeing terrain & neighboring ranges up in/around my Spirit's extremely long time former home, Many these remind me of so many fond memories in both Catskills & Adirondacks ranges growing up too. & Particular filming & editing methods very enjoyable & easy to follow as well Dude.
Merry YULE to you & your's Sir ! Merry YULE & an exceptionally just in time balancing Solstice to all here as well 😃
🤝
Nice man, is that the basha I sent you ? What do you think of it?