As a former Trauma Room employee that went to Haiti right after the earthquake. I know how to use a stethoscope. With a simple piece of coat hanger you can also use it as a "Mechanics scope" for diagnosing weird noises on cars or machinery. In a building collapse situation you can also use a "Mechanics scope" to listen for tapping. Just remove the diaphragm/bell, but a straight cut length of a coat hanger into the end of the tubing and zip tie the tubing onto the wire. I not only survived when the world fell down in Haiti, I was part of a team that Medically treated over 2000 people.
The mirror on the whistle allows you to signal to rescuers by reflecting sunlight. Even airplanes or helicopters can see the reflection but they wouldn't be able to hear the whistle.
After traveling for days and sleeping on the ground. Brushing your teeth can be like a cup of coffee. You can be dirty and smell but just brushing your teeth can change your whole outlook.
Two other options: - Keep the Nalgene, and find a metal cup that fits over it (or over the single-wall bottle), and boil water in THAT. - Keep the Nalgene, and reinforce it with two wraps of duct tape holding on a piece of cord that you can carry it with (a ala Cody Lundin). The stethoscope definitely needs to go, though.
@@TheSaneHatter "The stethoscope definitely needs to go, though." I think is pretty much the consensus. A decent stethoscope will cost nearly as much as the whole bag. And, if one is trained on the proper use of a stethoscope, one would probably have one already.
I've always liked the idea of packing second string tools in a pack it and leave it emergency kit. A person is less likely to raid the kit and pull a cheap off brand Ozark trail multi tool or folding saw than a Gerber or Silky saw. A Gerber that you raided out for a camping trip is useless if it's not in your kit. That $250 kit is the type you leave in the back of your closet for 5 years and then replace the hand warmers, batteries, water and emergency rations before leaving it for another 5 years.
That whistle has a water proof match holder inside and the mirror is for signaling etc. I have them in a couple of my kits. Also there is a small ferro rod on the case as well. They are cheap but do work. I got one in several of my kits. I add a qu!lity 18in machete or a tomahawk In all my survival kits. I fill a old pill bottle with Cotton balls and add a chapstick that makes very good fire starters for cheap.
Stethoscopes are not just used medically. They are also used to listen on walls etc, by engineers on machinery and in rescues trying to find people stuck down.
I totally get the survival manual, I have a couple of Lofty Wisemans SAS guides in the Collins Gem series in my kit. Its the size of a pack of cards and also doubles as "entertainment" in a kit.
I have a regular B..P. But stuff gets squashed. I started collecting Tin containers, like metal boxes. So stuff doesn't get squashed. And empty pill bottles are waterproof. And free.
This is a decent starting point for an emergency kit, i do have to say. Agree that the stethoscope would be useless for me, but definitely seems like they are focused on emergency situations like going to a Red Cross shelter or being in ur home, so maybe thats why they skimped on fire? I would be interested to see if u could build ur own kit for similar money or even just upgrade choices u would make for some of the cheaper items (knife, multi-tool, whistle, saw, etc)
Talking about hygiene ( as a retired nurse) I discovered freshwipes when I was in hospital following cancer surgery. One large juicy wipe is enough to clean the whole body, and as they have chlorhexidine in them they not only refresh but kill bacteria . When we had no shower for almost a week whilst our bathroom was being renovated we all used them during a hot spell and they did great. ATM I have ten packs of 12 in my prep storage and will add more the next time they send me a voucher. Worth every penny for hygiene, comfort and morale. Most people need 2-3 litres ( approx half a gallon) water to drink a day but that includes tea etc .
I’ve read someplace that a good rule of thumb for the amount of water a person needs to drink is to divide your weight by 2, and that’s how many ounces you should be drinking per day
At 207/8 pounds, that makes my 100 oz. Camelbak Antidote about right. It's a good thing that my BOB has a slot for a hydration bladder: it would comfortably replace the "water packs" thrown in here.
I just saw the stethoscope that they included in the bag. You’re right. Most people wouldn’t know how to use it. I know because I worked as a paramedic for 10 years full time. Used one a lot!!! But I wouldn’t put one in my bag because I wouldn’t want the extra weight. The benefit wouldn’t offset the extra weight in my opinion for what it’s worth.
I've been watching this channel for some time. He knows damn good and well it's a can opener. I'm not really sure what he's getting at sometimes. I think maybe he's looking at the "everyman" who might be watching. But yet he brings up things like wilderness survival, and grey man. So it's hard to say.
The huge, hollow orange whistle appears to be a Coghlan's 5-in-1 Survival Aid: a common, inexpensive survival tool in many stores. It also has a tiny little firesteel along the side, and the *inside* is also a waterproof match case (which takes care of the "firestarter" requirement, in theory). The compass and/or mirror do sometimes benefit from being glued in more firmly; it's a common fix with that item. Those hollow-handled knives often do suffer from weak construction, unless they're a rare, expensive few made from one piece of steel. It's a good size and shape for a knife, though. The "self-defense weapon" seems to be some variant of the Kubotan, a "non-lethal" weapon that's been in use in the martial-arts community since the 60s. It's meant to reinforce blows with your hand, and as a lever for locking or twisting someone's limbs. A tactical pen or flashlight would have done just as well.
I I was a bit surprised and disappointed to see how little you knew about some of the basic equipment; for instance the orange whistle, what was making the noise was the pee in the whistle itself and it is also a water-tight container for matches.
The first aid kit is actually standing out because the other bags are red so a black bag is standing out in contrast to them. A person needs at least ½ gallon of water per day to stay fully hydrated.
You can easily add a hip strap to that bag. Hip straps take the load of your shoulders so you can hike much longer without tiring. My current backpack has an internal frame, so it's like a duffel with should straps and a hip strap. You could a actually do all those thing for half that cost- or even less.
$200 for all that...ill pass looks like the bags are worth more than the gear. Also sounds like you've never slept in a emergency blanket/emergency sleeping bag. They will keep you alive, not comfortable and not warm but alive(mostly)
There are adhesive hand warmers that you can stick to an inner layer of clothes under sweaters or coats to stay warm. Put on a pair of pajamas before you go under the sleeping bag. They're handier then regular hand warmers.
Stethoscope. If you know what you are listening for, there are field expedient techniques to handle some major issues. For example Sucking Chest wound or collapsed lung (no sound on one side), lay them on that side so gravity will help reduce the displacement, and determine more advance treatments (if qualified). Heart arrhythmias, if it don't sound right, you may was to stop what you are doing, and try to get help. Of course, without a BP cuff, you can't assess blood pressure, other than using advanced knowledge. They do have some more nefarious and covert uses. Black rod, Self defense weapon (If you know how to use it), maybe glass breaker. Yes that was a can opener. Knife, Standard mini-RAMBO-POS Definitely needs a fire starter. Those few matches just wouldn't do it.
I love the videos!! The medical things, stethoscope, is important for us that have medical training. I would really push for everyone to get least get first aid training. Why not skip the water and put a life straw?
His review is not bad. Lots of helpful info to incorporate into your own bag or to look for more high quality products. I dont understand why the hate comments on here. I wont buy the backpack itself because its too pricey not to mention some of the items look like dollar store quality. I can add multiples of the same item in my own bag such as the pads, tampons stuff. Women menstruate usually 5-7 days. 2 pads barely covers a full days worth of feminine care. His also right about hygiene. Many pack food, survival tools, flashlights but many dont consider that hygiene such as handwashing with soap is crucial in preventing contamination of food or after using a restroom. Is one going to be eating their mre or performing first aid with dirty hands?
First thanks for showing about that bug out bag But I might understand about the milty tool being cheap but they should have at least put a knife that has a full tang in that kit. What if you had to use that knife on some wood and you had to pound that knife for the first and only time with that blade and it comes apart and what will you use if that happens you will so mad at that pice of junk and some of the stuff in that pack will be ok but I will not had gotten that pack or change most of it
that can opener (p38) that you didn't know what it was at first and then disregarded with a flick of a hand happens to be a popular and very effective piece of survival gear
Weak in the fire starting area, and if you give me a pencil, include a sharpener... triple duty item! The Item that confused you is a P-38 style can opener... best tool ever... also, titled as $250 survival kit, but later in the vid you said $180... I would say this is good for someone who really doesn't know the difference nor has nothing else... for the rest of us, it is a good organizational system in need of several upgrades...odd that you couldn't identify a p-38 nor the tonfa striking tool...
You can pick up an actually decent knife (like a Mora) for that $15 or $20 and be a lot better off. That said there is something to be said for the convenience of these pre-filled kits. I bet removing all the packaging (keeping the zipper bags packed of course) would lighten up that bag considerably!
its not strange that u cant find a brand on some items, when its cheaply made wares they dont have a brand. in my community we call them "no brands" , maybe some legality purpose why the manufacture does this im not sure. 29:31 thats a kubaton, its a self defense tool not meant to stab but bash as its meant to be non lethal tho of course u can kill if you wished. you aim to break bone like the collar or hand bones if they try to grab you, then run away as they suffer in pain. a alternative wod be a tactical pen. its a excellent tool to have in a bugout for man or women, small and light weight. 35:01 food rations usually taste like pineapple, coconut or vanilla, worst scenario is they maybe have no taste. they also have up to a 5yr self life.
Iam having a hard time feeling confident in your channel when u mentioned a "can opener" the p-38 and didn't know what it exactly was... not saying I know more then u but just kinda shocked!!! Such a tried and old school tool!. Definitely not the best but functional...
G’day Mate enjoy your videos keep them up please. Personal hygiene is important to. I had a operation in 2017 on medication & the medication has changed the smell of my sweat, so I have to make sure that I have wet ones or a damp washer in a bag or container. Cheers Brownie ☕️☕️
If you have toilet tablets, you won't need 5gallons/22litres of water per person, per day. Just moisten with water and clean your entire body. They also negate the need for toilet rolls as well, especially when used in conjuction with toilet wipes. Besides which, most people don't have the space in their homes to store that much water, much less carry it with them in an evac situation.
Maybe $100 worth of stuff in a $250 priced kit. It's honestly not bad for what it offers, and even in a reasonable price range, but nonetheless I think it's best for each person to make their own kit.
Ja. A kitchen knife. Bleach tabs. A metal water bottle etc. Is a good start. I even reused zip baggies from laundry detergent. Tabs. There tough & don't cost $.
so im about 25 min into the video and this bug out bag seems like its bs. everything seems cheap. its definitely better than nothing but i would rather have reliable stuff when it comes to bugging out even if its only for 1 night. id say your better off getting your own backpack and hand selecting what you do and do not put in the bag
I am at odds with the gray man concept--primarily after TSHTF. If an aggressor sees you carrying a backpack--regardless of style--he/she is likely going to assume you have SOMETHING of value in it; and may decide to attempt to acquire your pack from you. In normal times, a gray man pack is one in a style/color that is seen commonly in the environment in which it is found. If that happens to be "tactical-style" packs, then that would lend well to the gray man concept.
Heres a trick for you if you dont like the idea of a black first aid kit just add some White Duct tape on the bag or Do a red cross cross with Duct tape too
People bash on bags like these but don't realize that its better than nothing. Not everyone has the money to make their own bag that can cost way more than this one. Some peoples backpack alone almost cost as much as this entire bag with all the contents.
Everyone keeps saying to build your own, and most folks who really care about surviving and being prepared will do so. Kits like this are aimed at the people who don't know what to pack and who will likely head to the nearest Red Cross aid station. Many people watching UA-cam videos like this will be avoiding kits like this. Most folks who have any survival knowledge and/or skills would have included more options for fire, better knife, option for boiling water, etc, This would definitely be for someone who who needs to feel reassured that they are ready. Adding ferro rods and other items requiring some skill might not be a good idea. Imagine someone who has never seen a ferro rod trying to use it - maybe hitting it with a rock or giving up before they even scrape away the protective coating. And the knife - crappy as it is will do them fire - not likely to be batonning anything. Good review - was surprised on the can opener and a couple other things you weren't too sure on, otherwise pretty fair review.
This is an impressive cheap kit. Wow a stethoscope? Not sure what the average person would do with that. As a medical assistant I use one every day to check blood pressures and yeah you can hear lung and heart sounds. But you would need to know what you’re doing with it. The whistle is hollow to hold matches or fire starting material. There is also a striker on the side. The long sharp tool is most likely for self defense. It’s probably a tactical pen you could stab someone with if needed. Cheap but okay if nothing else. I agree with other comments. Use this as a starter but try to upgrade. Don’t forget to add clothing, emergency cash and important documents. Maybe invest in a stainless steel water bottle instead of the Nalgene bottle. Thanks for sharing this.
I have seen several of these firsthand the contents were not consistent between them most of it was low end I'm sure they sent him a carefully packed one to review
I was going to say I would've take the majority of the products in that pack and tossed into a small "junk" pile. Some items in a "cheap" kit are still going to cost you, but only your life maybe at stake. A Mora would have been light years ahead of the piece of crap, they put in there. The can opener you think is cheap, if it was a genuine (I doubt it) one, that is a P-38 can opener in use since WII-Korea-Vietnam-until the end of canned C-rations. That said it is joking to be called "The best invention of WWII", but if you don't have a pocket knife with a can opener, you electric is out After a severe storm, this can opener is genius invention, lightweight, compact, cheap to produce, cheap to buy, and works like a charm. You can buy for about .30 a piece. I make homemade C-ration boxes for emergencies, using a mix of store bought can goods, retort packs (like spam, and tuna packs) etc to make meals cheaper than MRE's. But as I said to begin with too much of the would be worth the $250 spent on it, and with some give and take I could have better quality items, in the kit. I guess I spoiled myself making my own for too long. BTW, go to your local Drugstore Johnson and Johnson sells a empty first add contents bag, that all that stuff can slip into.
organization is good, and again something we can all improve on in our own bags and preparedness. btw "The buckle on the chest strap also features a FLINT STRIKER " Some of it doesn't make sense like you stated, and some of the items might help /work but seem like light duty or single use. For ~250USD /311CAD IMHO might be better to source it out on your own while learning some skills , and gaining knowledge and experience on the way.
As a former Trauma Room employee that went to Haiti right after the earthquake. I know how to use a stethoscope. With a simple piece of coat hanger you can also use it as a "Mechanics scope" for diagnosing weird noises on cars or machinery. In a building collapse situation you can also use a "Mechanics scope" to listen for tapping. Just remove the diaphragm/bell, but a straight cut length of a coat hanger into the end of the tubing and zip tie the tubing onto the wire. I not only survived when the world fell down in Haiti, I was part of a team that Medically treated over 2000 people.
Darlin'.....the mirror is to reflect sunlight to a search plane or helicopter that may be searching for you. Just an FYI. 🤗
I used that "can opener", for two years in Vietnam! It works very good.
To answer the confusion... yes it's a can opener! Military p38 can opener.
It was a great day when you got one in your C rats!
Why does someone who does survival vids not know what one is?
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The mirror on the whistle allows you to signal to rescuers by reflecting sunlight. Even airplanes or helicopters can see the reflection but they wouldn't be able to hear the whistle.
After traveling for days and sleeping on the ground. Brushing your teeth can be like a cup of coffee. You can be dirty and smell but just brushing your teeth can change your whole outlook.
They should have swapped out the stethoscope and Nalgene bottle for a single wall metal bottle so you can boil water.
That is a good idea
Two other options:
- Keep the Nalgene, and find a metal cup that fits over it (or over the single-wall bottle), and boil water in THAT.
- Keep the Nalgene, and reinforce it with two wraps of duct tape holding on a piece of cord that you can carry it with (a ala Cody Lundin).
The stethoscope definitely needs to go, though.
@@TheSaneHatter "The stethoscope definitely needs to go, though." I think is pretty much the consensus. A decent stethoscope will cost nearly as much as the whole bag. And, if one is trained on the proper use of a stethoscope, one would probably have one already.
I've always liked the idea of packing second string tools in a pack it and leave it emergency kit. A person is less likely to raid the kit and pull a cheap off brand Ozark trail multi tool or folding saw than a Gerber or Silky saw. A Gerber that you raided out for a camping trip is useless if it's not in your kit. That $250 kit is the type you leave in the back of your closet for 5 years and then replace the hand warmers, batteries, water and emergency rations before leaving it for another 5 years.
A water filter some fire kit a metal pot some meds . A good knife . All would make that kit better
That whistle has a water proof match holder inside and the mirror is for signaling etc. I have them in a couple of my kits. Also there is a small ferro rod on the case as well. They are cheap but do work. I got one in several of my kits. I add a qu!lity 18in machete or a tomahawk In all my survival kits. I fill a old pill bottle with Cotton balls and add a chapstick that makes very good fire starters for cheap.
Stethoscopes are not just used medically. They are also used to listen on walls etc, by engineers on machinery and in rescues trying to find people stuck down.
Hmmm . . . maybe better for an SAR pack, then?
I was thinking maybe you could play doctor with your significant other while your waiting to be rescued.
I totally get the survival manual, I have a couple of Lofty Wisemans SAS guides in the Collins Gem series in my kit. Its the size of a pack of cards and also doubles as "entertainment" in a kit.
I have a regular B..P. But stuff gets squashed. I started collecting Tin containers, like metal boxes. So stuff doesn't get squashed. And empty pill bottles are waterproof. And free.
🔥 What improvements to this kit would you make? 🔥
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This is a decent starting point for an emergency kit, i do have to say. Agree that the stethoscope would be useless for me, but definitely seems like they are focused on emergency situations like going to a Red Cross shelter or being in ur home, so maybe thats why they skimped on fire?
I would be interested to see if u could build ur own kit for similar money or even just upgrade choices u would make for some of the cheaper items (knife, multi-tool, whistle, saw, etc)
Talking about hygiene ( as a retired nurse) I discovered freshwipes when I was in hospital following cancer surgery. One large juicy wipe is enough to clean the whole body, and as they have chlorhexidine in them they not only refresh but kill bacteria . When we had no shower for almost a week whilst our bathroom was being renovated we all used them during a hot spell and they did great. ATM I have ten packs of 12 in my prep storage and will add more the next time they send me a voucher. Worth every penny for hygiene, comfort and morale.
Most people need 2-3 litres ( approx half a gallon) water to drink a day but that includes tea etc .
2 pads!🤣🤣 Gonna need more than that!
I would opt for reusable cloth pads
@@Redacted24-r2h yes, those I great I use already
I’ve read someplace that a good rule of thumb for the amount of water a person needs to drink is to divide your weight by 2, and that’s how many ounces you should be drinking per day
I was told 1 litre per 25 kilograms of weight
At 207/8 pounds, that makes my 100 oz. Camelbak Antidote about right.
It's a good thing that my BOB has a slot for a hydration bladder: it would comfortably replace the "water packs" thrown in here.
Nice review. A lot of cheap crap though. Better to make your own kit. I wouldn’t rely on any of that stuff.
The balance is cost. Yes better quality is worth the cost, but a similar kit with quality gear would 2-3 times more expensive.
I just saw the stethoscope that they included in the bag. You’re right. Most people wouldn’t know how to use it. I know because I worked as a paramedic for 10 years full time. Used one a lot!!! But I wouldn’t put one in my bag because I wouldn’t want the extra weight. The benefit wouldn’t offset the extra weight in my opinion for what it’s worth.
I've been watching this channel for some time. He knows damn good and well it's a can opener. I'm not really sure what he's getting at sometimes. I think maybe he's looking at the "everyman" who might be watching. But yet he brings up things like wilderness survival, and grey man. So it's hard to say.
The huge, hollow orange whistle appears to be a Coghlan's 5-in-1 Survival Aid: a common, inexpensive survival tool in many stores. It also has a tiny little firesteel along the side, and the *inside* is also a waterproof match case (which takes care of the "firestarter" requirement, in theory).
The compass and/or mirror do sometimes benefit from being glued in more firmly; it's a common fix with that item.
Those hollow-handled knives often do suffer from weak construction, unless they're a rare, expensive few made from one piece of steel. It's a good size and shape for a knife, though.
The "self-defense weapon" seems to be some variant of the Kubotan, a "non-lethal" weapon that's been in use in the martial-arts community since the 60s. It's meant to reinforce blows with your hand, and as a lever for locking or twisting someone's limbs. A tactical pen or flashlight would have done just as well.
Maryland in the house! Great review 👍🏼
Everything else is in a ziplock bag but the toilet paper, the most vulnerable to moisture item. 😂🤣
I I was a bit surprised and disappointed to see how little you knew about some of the basic equipment; for instance the orange whistle, what was making the noise was the pee in the whistle itself and it is also a water-tight container for matches.
Totallly agree!!
I thought the same thing. Also, the little mirror that fell out is used for signaling.
I agree... And he wasn't sure about the P38 military can opener... Geez!!
Agreed. I was watching saying come on. I even know that...and you are an "expert"?
It is a can opener it is called a P38...
Stethoscope is also good if you want to listen for trapped people. Listen for running water in a pipe if you need water. I can think of a few others.
I would not intentionally seek out a kit like this, but, if I was in a situation where it was all I had available, I would certainly use it.
The whistle was a match holder. Better to use the content list and build your own kit with better quality items.
Not the greatest kit, but I think its good to build a foundation on. And to upgrade that kit, just swap items out to quality products
I was thinking the same thing. 💯
Hell yeah bro
It's called a Kubotan. It's a self defense tool that's used as a force multiplier.
Thanks for the review....great Bug Out Bag to keep in the car or even at the front door. I will purchase it. Thanks.
The most useful aspect of this kit is as a reminder of what better-quality products you might include in your own kit.
The first aid kit is actually standing out because the other bags are red so a black bag is standing out in contrast to them. A person needs at least ½ gallon of water per day to stay fully hydrated.
Great review. Thanks for sharing some good information about useful survival tools. 👍Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family.
You can easily add a hip strap to that bag. Hip straps take the load of your shoulders so you can hike much longer without tiring.
My current backpack has an internal frame, so it's like a duffel with should straps and a hip strap.
You could a actually do all those thing for half that cost- or even less.
$200 for all that...ill pass looks like the bags are worth more than the gear. Also sounds like you've never slept in a emergency blanket/emergency sleeping bag. They will keep you alive, not comfortable and not warm but alive(mostly)
There are adhesive hand warmers that you can stick to an inner layer of clothes under sweaters or coats to stay warm. Put on a pair of pajamas before you go under the sleeping bag. They're handier then regular hand warmers.
Stethoscope. If you know what you are listening for, there are field expedient techniques to handle some major issues. For example Sucking Chest wound or collapsed lung (no sound on one side), lay them on that side so gravity will help reduce the displacement, and determine more advance treatments (if qualified). Heart arrhythmias, if it don't sound right, you may was to stop what you are doing, and try to get help. Of course, without a BP cuff, you can't assess blood pressure, other than using advanced knowledge. They do have some more nefarious and covert uses.
Black rod, Self defense weapon (If you know how to use it), maybe glass breaker.
Yes that was a can opener.
Knife, Standard mini-RAMBO-POS
Definitely needs a fire starter. Those few matches just wouldn't do it.
Extremely useful information. Thank you.
Down with the organizations for sure!!!
This guy looks like someone I knew in the military.
I love the videos!! The medical things, stethoscope, is important for us that have medical training. I would really push for everyone to get least get first aid training. Why not skip the water and put a life straw?
This is a good kit for people who live in disaster areas not for people who want to Rambo Into the Woods
You could put leaves in the resealable bag for a pillow
Life hack. Look at the item list and build a better kit one item at a time.
His review is not bad. Lots of helpful info to incorporate into your own bag or to look for more high quality products. I dont understand why the hate comments on here. I wont buy the backpack itself because its too pricey not to mention some of the items look like dollar store quality. I can add multiples of the same item in my own bag such as the pads, tampons stuff. Women menstruate usually 5-7 days. 2 pads barely covers a full days worth of feminine care. His also right about hygiene. Many pack food, survival tools, flashlights but many dont consider that hygiene such as handwashing with soap is crucial in preventing contamination of food or after using a restroom. Is one going to be eating their mre or performing first aid with dirty hands?
Just recently stumbled onto your channel. Loving the vids man!
First thanks for showing about that bug out bag
But I might understand about the milty tool being cheap but they should have at least put a knife that has a full tang in that kit.
What if you had to use that knife
on some wood and you had to pound that knife for the first and only time with that blade and it comes apart and what will you use if that
happens you will so mad at that pice of junk and some of the stuff in that pack will be ok but I will not had gotten that pack or change most of it
that can opener (p38) that you didn't know what it was at first and then disregarded with a flick of a hand happens to be a popular and very effective piece of survival gear
Something i think is essential is stuff like honey, food that can last for years
The usb wire is to charge other objects from the crank on the flash light I have one
No fire because they don't have any items that would allow you to boil water/heat food. Did I miss any items to filter or chemically treat water?
there is a fire starter in the bag itself, in the strap that goes to the hip. Like to your review, dislike to the quality of the items.
Thanks.
I wonder if the red biohazard bag is specially treated or double walled where it would be stronger than a regular garbage bag and its STETH A SCOPE
Not a bad kit, I would swap the: Knife, Flashlight, Mulit tool and a better fire kit
Weak in the fire starting area, and if you give me a pencil, include a sharpener... triple duty item! The Item that confused you is a P-38 style can opener... best tool ever... also, titled as $250 survival kit, but later in the vid you said $180... I would say this is good for someone who really doesn't know the difference nor has nothing else... for the rest of us, it is a good organizational system in need of several upgrades...odd that you couldn't identify a p-38 nor the tonfa striking tool...
Pennsylvania here
You can pick up an actually decent knife (like a Mora) for that $15 or $20 and be a lot better off. That said there is something to be said for the convenience of these pre-filled kits.
I bet removing all the packaging (keeping the zipper bags packed of course) would lighten up that bag considerably!
its not strange that u cant find a brand on some items, when its cheaply made wares they dont have a brand. in my community we call them "no brands" , maybe some legality purpose why the manufacture does this im not sure. 29:31 thats a kubaton, its a self defense tool not meant to stab but bash as its meant to be non lethal tho of course u can kill if you wished. you aim to break bone like the collar or hand bones if they try to grab you, then run away as they suffer in pain. a alternative wod be a tactical pen. its a excellent tool to have in a bugout for man or women, small and light weight. 35:01 food rations usually taste like pineapple, coconut or vanilla, worst scenario is they maybe have no taste. they also have up to a 5yr self life.
Iam having a hard time feeling confident in your channel when u mentioned a "can opener" the p-38 and didn't know what it exactly was... not saying I know more then u but just kinda shocked!!! Such a tried and old school tool!. Definitely not the best but functional...
G’day Mate enjoy your videos keep them up please. Personal hygiene is important to. I had a operation in 2017 on medication & the medication has changed the smell of my sweat, so I have to make sure that I have wet ones or a damp washer in a bag or container.
Cheers Brownie ☕️☕️
If you have toilet tablets, you won't need 5gallons/22litres of water per person, per day. Just moisten with water and clean your entire body. They also negate the need for toilet rolls as well, especially when used in conjuction with toilet wipes. Besides which, most people don't have the space in their homes to store that much water, much less carry it with them in an evac situation.
What part of MD are you at?
Maybe $100 worth of stuff in a $250 priced kit. It's honestly not bad for what it offers, and even in a reasonable price range, but nonetheless I think it's best for each person to make their own kit.
Ja. A kitchen knife. Bleach tabs. A metal water bottle etc. Is a good start. I even reused zip baggies from laundry detergent. Tabs. There tough & don't cost $.
so im about 25 min into the video and this bug out bag seems like its bs. everything seems cheap. its definitely better than nothing but i would rather have reliable stuff when it comes to bugging out even if its only for 1 night. id say your better off getting your own backpack and hand selecting what you do and do not put in the bag
I am at odds with the gray man concept--primarily after TSHTF. If an aggressor sees you carrying a backpack--regardless of style--he/she is likely going to assume you have SOMETHING of value in it; and may decide to attempt to acquire your pack from you. In normal times, a gray man pack is one in a style/color that is seen commonly in the environment in which it is found. If that happens to be "tactical-style" packs, then that would lend well to the gray man concept.
Thermometer?
Heres a trick for you if you dont like the idea of a black first aid kit just add some White Duct tape on the bag or Do a red cross cross with Duct tape too
People bash on bags like these but don't realize that its better than nothing. Not everyone has the money to make their own bag that can cost way more than this one. Some peoples backpack alone almost cost as much as this entire bag with all the contents.
Thanks for the ideas n
Probably heard the pea in the whistle rattling around
G’day Mate Brownie from Australia.
The rattle you can hear could be pees or Beans in the whistle
Everyone keeps saying to build your own, and most folks who really care about surviving and being prepared will do so.
Kits like this are aimed at the people who don't know what to pack and who will likely head to the nearest Red Cross aid station. Many people watching UA-cam videos like this will be avoiding kits like this. Most folks who have any survival knowledge and/or skills would have included more options for fire, better knife, option for boiling water, etc,
This would definitely be for someone who who needs to feel reassured that they are ready. Adding ferro rods and other items requiring some skill might not be a good idea.
Imagine someone who has never seen a ferro rod trying to use it - maybe hitting it with a rock or giving up before they even scrape away the protective coating. And the knife - crappy as it is will do them fire - not likely to be batonning anything.
Good review - was surprised on the can opener and a couple other things you weren't too sure on, otherwise pretty fair review.
I was thinking of using the biowaste bag to put kit in and discourage people from stealing
wat een gezeur over de kleur van de EHBO kit. Ik heb thuis een rode. Zullen we ruilen? Ik wil graag een zwarte EHBO tas hebben.
Hygiene is so often overlooked. After injuries and shelter, hygiene is paramount. Then water. Maybe the other way. You could convince me.
It's a p-38 US army type of can opener the one from the army were made of steel
Why did you get flak for including a survival guide in your bag?
You've never seen a p-38 military can opener before?
The winter storm in Texas really sucked I ended up boiling snow ❄😐😒
Batteries corrode in the flashlight due it humidity etc and batteries leak over time
I'd bet dimes to dollars the peeps giving you grief about the pocket manual have never been under any real stress in the first place.
What is the shelf life on those waters?
Usually several years on the water and the food bars.
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Not bad. The cutting tools are terrible. The stethoscope is just weird. And no fire starting tinder?
Oh cool, lots of handles to get caught on stuff.
This is an impressive cheap kit. Wow a stethoscope? Not sure what the average person would do with that. As a medical assistant I use one every day to check blood pressures and yeah you can hear lung and heart sounds. But you would need to know what you’re doing with it. The whistle is hollow to hold matches or fire starting material. There is also a striker on the side. The long sharp tool is most likely for self defense. It’s probably a tactical pen you could stab someone with if needed. Cheap but okay if nothing else. I agree with other comments. Use this as a starter but try to upgrade. Don’t forget to add clothing, emergency cash and important documents. Maybe invest in a stainless steel water bottle instead of the Nalgene bottle. Thanks for sharing this.
I have seen several of these firsthand the contents were not consistent between them most of it was low end I'm sure they sent him a carefully packed one to review
Tampons are great fire starters
You can't use a knife in camping? The can opener was really important. Enjoyed the review overall
P 38 can opener
Thnxs 4 sharing
If you're wondering about the quality of that knife, see Prepared Mind 101's channel on the 80s Rambo knife knock off. It's hilarious 😂
I can opener is actually a P 38 from back from Vietnam they’re not cheap and they work 👍!!! 🇵🇱🧸🛶⛺️🏳️🌈👩🍳🇺🇸
Aw man, I can't believe you didn't know what a p38 can opener is.
The mirror is for signaling probably
It's a pretty good survival kit for a cheap version I've seen worse but for a Bugout Bag for te truck or car would definitely work fine
The "glass breaker" is actually a kubotan
I was going to say I would've take the majority of the products in that pack and tossed into a small "junk" pile. Some items in a "cheap" kit are still going to cost you, but only your life maybe at stake. A Mora would have been light years ahead of the piece of crap, they put in there.
The can opener you think is cheap, if it was a genuine (I doubt it) one, that is a P-38 can opener in use since WII-Korea-Vietnam-until the end of canned C-rations. That said it is joking to be called "The best invention of WWII", but if you don't have a pocket knife with a can opener, you electric is out After a severe storm, this can opener is genius invention, lightweight, compact, cheap to produce, cheap to buy, and works like a charm. You can buy for about .30 a piece. I make homemade C-ration boxes for emergencies, using a mix of store bought can goods, retort packs (like spam, and tuna packs) etc to make meals cheaper than MRE's.
But as I said to begin with too much of the would be worth the $250 spent on it, and with some give and take I could have better quality items, in the kit. I guess I spoiled myself making my own for too long. BTW, go to your local Drugstore Johnson and Johnson sells a empty first add contents bag, that all that stuff can slip into.
organization is good, and again something we can all improve on in our own bags and preparedness. btw "The buckle on the chest strap also features a FLINT STRIKER " Some of it doesn't make sense like you stated, and some of the items might help /work but seem like light duty or single use. For ~250USD /311CAD IMHO might be better to source it out on your own while learning some skills , and gaining knowledge and experience on the way.