@roundtablereview No problem at all. It might be my fault. For some reason I thought you were asking about the backpack I showed towards the end of the video which is the Vulture II. Thought you were asking about that since I didn't mention the name of it in the vid. You are looking for the Max IFAK pouch right? If you go to their website, then Pouches and Pockets, then IFAK is about half way down the page, middle column. the SKU is 0329 if that helps.
A tip for Ace-type elastic bandages. I unroll them and fold them in a s-fashion with the folds the same width as the bandage. Then I vacuum seal the whole thing with my home vacuum sealer. It makes a nice flat, compact package, a little smaller than a couple of 4 x 4 gauze pads. It makes it easier to carry this type of bandage if you don't have the space for the roll or it allows you to carry a wider bandage for the same or smaller space. Great vid!!
@tekknorat Thanks! I actually would have redone this vid because I wasn't that happy with it, but there was no way that I was getting that pouch back off the Maxpedition bag in less than 2h worth of trying I think.
@EnduringEagle You can get everything in my vid without a medical license. I don't know about locally, but they are all over the internet for purchase. There are lots of options for quikclot type stuff - granules, sponges, gauze, etc...
Sorry for the confusion. The IFAK is the Maxpedition Individual First Aid Pouch. Its on their "pouches and pockets" page. $26.99. Or just type "Individual First Aid Pouch" in their search window and it comes up.
@NewbieCamper Yea, I actually need to add some meds like Motrin or Tylenol at least. They are definitely worth having. I actually may add a few more things to this within the next few weeks such as a needle for needling chests, maybe some airway stuff and a few other things. I'll probably redo the vid if I add the stuff.
Love this video.It's nice to find knowledgeable professionals that can evaluate kits like these and not just throw equipment into a bag.I have had numerous interactions with others that put IFAK's together, and because of some limited medical background start advising people to include items such as antibiotics and narcotic pain relievers. They have no Idea what they are doing! I recently put a kit together using the FIGHT bag, and it turned out pretty well.This is why I subbed. Thanks & Be Safe
@kdrerik I suppose it depends on where the person is shot. If its in an extremity and the bleeding isn't horrible a basic compression dressing might work. For moderate bleeding some type of QuikClot might work. If its really significant you might need to go the tourniquet route. That Israeli bandage can actually be used as a tourniquet. You could certainly get a dedicated tourniquet though - its just going to be more to carry, although it might work better. Stab or GSW to the torso
Im a Police Officer in a Trauma Center and I also work for another town so I decided to carry a medkit. Speaking to the Trauma Doc's and the Tac Medics that I see regularly they have helped me build a IFAK, and a few other kits for things. Detroit maybe violent but the Trauma Docs and Medics stay busy so they come in handy for advice. Good Video Brother!
I worked in a hospital as a janitor for awhile and I love the scoff at the "one pair of gloves" thing. I agree. If you're going to stock up a FAK, do it right.
Thanks. Actually at the time I didn't realize the battery on the mic I was using had gone bad so it wasn't really getting in my sound. I'm hoping to remake this in the near future.
I would love to put links in the description, but it is apparently illegal per youtube at the risk of getting my account disabled. :-( Check out Chinook medical though.
I don't, but I'll have to work on that. I've added a few things since I made this vid. Some medication, CAT tourniquet, simple meds (tylenol/Naprosyn) and I forget maybe what else.
Interesting. Can't say I've ever heard of that, especially the internal stuff. Just went and read about putting it in your nose for nose bleeds. I'd think that would make you sneeze which would be counter productive for stopping bleeding. I'd also think that for stopping some type of gastrointestional bleeding you'd have to have a pretty high concentration of it because by the time it got to the source it'd be pretty dilute or digested in some form by the stomach. I'll have to look into it more
Done right, sure. A lot of people use it. It should be on a clean wound (not a bite or something else likely to get infected) that doesn't have a lot of tension on it. Clean the wound, pinch the edges together and then apply several coats, allowing to dry between each. Be careful not to get the glue down into the wound itself.
Thnx for the comparison video. I've been looking for an appropriate bag for my suture kit (p/o my when-medial-help-isn't-coming bag). Re zipper pulls on bags, a tip I learned from an EMT instructor: always use both zipper pulls to close the bag to where the zips meet at the half-way point. Then you always know exactly where on the bag the pulls are when you have to open it in hurry (or, not so in a hurry). Thnx again for a great video. I truly enjoy medical emergency prep videos by pros v.s. all the self-appointed posers out there in UA-cam land. Best regards
+Jim Piper PS on Maxpediton, I'd like to add an admonition: WARNING! WARNING! Maxpedition is habit forming! Because it is so, it can be very dangerous to the health of your wallet! (I should know as I am now attending Maxpeditions Anonymous) Else, terrific products...
@kdrerik are a different story. Certainly getting some type of dressing on them to stop the bleeding is great, but more so you need to get to the ER so they can figure out if there are more serious internal organ injuries (you aren't going to fix a speen or liver laceration in the field). Hope that helps some.
Overall I don't think i've had any problems with it, although I haven't really beaten any of it up too much. I think the double rifle bag I have is a Voodoo one if I remember correct and its been thrown around a pretty good amount at some classes with no problems.
@scoobydoo6906 I think a neck brace is a little much to carry. I don't mean to say that you shouldn't carry one if you want, but on the usefulness to space scale, you probably aren't going to get that much use out of one compared to the other stuff in your kit. You can also apparently make one out of a backpack with a firm back and the straps up over the head somehow, although I've never seen it.
Great video Sir, I applaud you this day as you are the 3rd video I watched this morning with my family of trauma kits to only end the first two very early from foul mouths and cussing..... Very professional and informative; you earned a sub here. THANK YOU.
Thanks for the kind words and sub! Sorry about the sound quality in this vid. I didn't realize the battery on my mic was dying. But yea, I don't get all of the foul language people use in vids. Just don't understand why they feel the need. I try and have more of a family channel as it were. You should check out my Field Wound Care vid. I had fun putting that one together. :-) ua-cam.com/video/4oKM0ODuDe0/v-deo.html
Oh, no, I didn't mean what I said in a negative way in reaction to your comment. I meant that you said that I seemed to put it together in a way that made sense. I was just agreeing - I tried to put it together in a way that made sense for what I thought I'd use. I've thought about adding an NPA and maybe a needle and/or chest seal.
@roundtablereview Yea no kidding. I'd heard other people talk about it and thought "how hard could it be?" But yikes, they aren't going anywhere. I thought about redoing the vid due to the poor audio quality, but not after I saw how hard it was to get though things off.
great video, really liked all the good side info, when you go off on tagents they end up being better than some peoples planned out "suggestions/thoughts". well made video and great info. thanks for doing this and doing such a good job at it. it was very helpful and friendly but stayed topical and straight forward. keep it up.
No, I meant my bag was tight with all the items I've got stuffed in it. It's almost like one of those commercials you see where someone has to sit on their suitcase just to zip it up.Anyway, I think it covers a lot of potential issues.
@scoobydoo6906 You mean including an actual hemostat? If I had one in the kit I'd be more likely to use it pull things like glass out of a wound than I would be to try and clamp off a bleeding vessel. Sometimes if you don't know what you are clamping and start clamping blindly in various parts of the body you can cause damage to tissue, nerve and vesels that you didn't start with. A hand is a great example of a place to not go blindly clamping into a wound. Does this help?
Thanks! You mean how are the 2 pouches as far as being water proof? I can't say I've really put them to the test as far as that goes. Right now they live in my closet and one in my trunk.
Yea, I swear Amazon used to have Surgicel in smaller quantities that didn't cost $700. That's crazy. I do see I think a single size of Celox for $21 on Amazon though.
@scoobydoo6906 That's a tough situation. Having never had an open femoral artery inury I'm not sure exactly how it would be, but I'm thinking that there would be sooo much bleeding from it under a lot of pressure that might be hard to find and clamp off with a pair of regular hemostats. Certainly couldn't hurt to try though. Not sure how well some of the hemostatic agents would work on that massive of a bleed, but that would be another option.
I went the long route - 10 years and 4 degrees, but I think you can do PA out of HS in maybe 5-6 years? I've been out for 13 years so I'm not as up on the current school times as I used to be.
Really I think any type of tape will work fine, including duct tape. I've had people come in to the ER with bandages stuck on with duct tape. We have a heck of a time getting them off sometimes.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I did notice that you don't include any kind of pain or inflammation medicine, such as ibprofin(sp?) and tylenol. Is that because, as an ER doc, you prefer people come to you without having had anything? Would you still have that view if you (us, actually) are in the back country somewhere and therefore not able to get to a hospital in a timely way?
Good video. I wasn't fond of the Voodoo bag personally. Much prefer the Condor EMT pouch. Similar size and construction on the body, but much better laid out on the inside and without the straps that keep it from opening all the way. Also easy on/off the main pack with a velcro tear away panel. Also has a strap to hold it a little more securely to the panel. Has plenty of room for a good amount of gear.
I really remember seeing Surgicel cheaper than that in more single packet sizes, although now I can't find it. Yea, the Maxped ties definitely aren't very easy for on off. I'll check out the ITS. Thanks for the sub btw!
Where is the best place to get that Surgicel? It seems to be more versatile than Quickclot or similar and much more likely to be used. Depending on the size of the entry and exit wounds, you could probably use that Tegaderm, if its big enough. I think the largest obstacle to overcome would be in making sure you had a good seal, though I'm sure some Transpore could be pressed into service in a pinch to seal the edges.
+mistermanji I'm not sure of the best place. If you have a large amount of bleeding, Surgicel likely isn't going to be good enough though. I sometimes have trouble getting it to stop the tip of a finger from bleeding. Sometimes it works great, but others not as much. Its better for smaller wounds, but not for major stuff where you'd use quickclot or something similar.
I have plenty of things for major bleeding already. Due to the insane price on Sugicel, which seems to be sold mostly in boxes of 10 for over $100 dollars, I think I will be sticking with direct pressure, and perhaps one of my Quickclot gauze 4x4s if it just won't stop. Thanks for the response.
Great review. I am getting ready to put together a go-bag for work (police patrol), and this was a great primer for a first aid kit. I have a basic first aid kit in my trunk of my car. Do you have any recommendations for more advanced wounds? Bullet or knife trauma? Maybe a tourniquet? Thanks for the reviews!
Thanks. I swear the surgicel used to be available cheaper and in smaller quantities, but now I can only find it in crazy expensive prices. What other expensive items did you find?
Any idea where the Celox and the Surgicel can be found? I see them on amazon but in large quantity boxes costing some bucks. Wouldn't mind buying the box, but if i can pick up a few individuals it would be better. Also, is quick-clot the same as the Celox?
In regards to the Israeli Bandage do you recommend getting the 4 or the 6 inch? Space in my kit is somewhat limited but if it was worth it I would make space
I suppose it comes down to how much you want to be prepared for. You could carry a full ambulance worth of trauma gear. I'd imagine larger is better, but I'm sure you could probably get by with the 4" if you are crunched for space. I think that's what I have in my current kit.
Question - Do bandaids actual have a physical effect or is it just mental (for little kids)? Or does it have cons, for example I've heard someone say don't put a bandaid on and let the cut "breathe" is there any truth to that
Sorry to ask the same question just asked on the max bag. I looked up vulture II and and a bag back is all I can find on their website, its not the same bag. What am I doing wrong
Heya ! I'm looking for recommendations for a small IFAK. I'm pulling security in mostly low-risk places, where the main risks are stab wounds, and pepper spray. It should be as small as possible, fit to my equipment belt and be able to fit at least the following: something to wash persons eyes, pressure bandage and some sort of disinfectant. Cheers for any suggestions fellas.
I want to add a decent torniquet to my kit but I can't seem to find one for a good price. The military type that got the best reviews is 30 bucks. Ouch!
Thanks for the kind words and the sub! I tried to put the kits together for what I thought I'd actually use or do.
@roundtablereview No problem at all. It might be my fault. For some reason I thought you were asking about the backpack I showed towards the end of the video which is the Vulture II. Thought you were asking about that since I didn't mention the name of it in the vid. You are looking for the Max IFAK pouch right? If you go to their website, then Pouches and Pockets, then IFAK is about half way down the page, middle column. the SKU is 0329 if that helps.
A tip for Ace-type elastic bandages. I unroll them and fold them in a s-fashion with the folds the same width as the bandage. Then I vacuum seal the whole thing with my home vacuum sealer. It makes a nice flat, compact package, a little smaller than a couple of 4 x 4 gauze pads. It makes it easier to carry this type of bandage if you don't have the space for the roll or it allows you to carry a wider bandage for the same or smaller space. Great vid!!
@tekknorat Thanks! I actually would have redone this vid because I wasn't that happy with it, but there was no way that I was getting that pouch back off the Maxpedition bag in less than 2h worth of trying I think.
@EnduringEagle You can get everything in my vid without a medical license. I don't know about locally, but they are all over the internet for purchase. There are lots of options for quikclot type stuff - granules, sponges, gauze, etc...
Sorry for the confusion. The IFAK is the Maxpedition Individual First Aid Pouch. Its on their "pouches and pockets" page. $26.99. Or just type "Individual First Aid Pouch" in their search window and it comes up.
@NewbieCamper Yea, I actually need to add some meds like Motrin or Tylenol at least. They are definitely worth having. I actually may add a few more things to this within the next few weeks such as a needle for needling chests, maybe some airway stuff and a few other things. I'll probably redo the vid if I add the stuff.
Love this video.It's nice to find knowledgeable professionals that can evaluate kits like these and not just throw equipment into a bag.I have had numerous interactions with others that put IFAK's together, and because of some limited medical background start advising people to include items such as antibiotics and narcotic pain relievers. They have no Idea what they are doing! I recently put a kit together using the FIGHT bag, and it turned out pretty well.This is why I subbed. Thanks & Be Safe
Hi jr10 , wich antibiotics and narcotic pain relievers you recomend? Greetings from Barcelona 😉
@kdrerik I suppose it depends on where the person is shot. If its in an extremity and the bleeding isn't horrible a basic compression dressing might work. For moderate bleeding some type of QuikClot might work. If its really significant you might need to go the tourniquet route. That Israeli bandage can actually be used as a tourniquet. You could certainly get a dedicated tourniquet though - its just going to be more to carry, although it might work better. Stab or GSW to the torso
@flashlightDR Sorry about that. I need to get around to doing a review of it. Its the Maxpedtion Vulture II.
Im a Police Officer in a Trauma Center and I also work for another town so I decided to carry a medkit. Speaking to the Trauma Doc's and the Tac Medics that I see regularly they have helped me build a IFAK, and a few other kits for things. Detroit maybe violent but the Trauma Docs and Medics stay busy so they come in handy for advice. Good Video Brother!
Thanks. I appreciate it. Sorry for the sound quality on this one. I had a few mic issues. :-)
I worked in a hospital as a janitor for awhile and I love the scoff at the "one pair of gloves" thing. I agree. If you're going to stock up a FAK, do it right.
Thanks. Actually at the time I didn't realize the battery on the mic I was using had gone bad so it wasn't really getting in my sound. I'm hoping to remake this in the near future.
I would love to put links in the description, but it is apparently illegal per youtube at the risk of getting my account disabled. :-( Check out Chinook medical though.
I don't, but I'll have to work on that. I've added a few things since I made this vid. Some medication, CAT tourniquet, simple meds (tylenol/Naprosyn) and I forget maybe what else.
Interesting. Can't say I've ever heard of that, especially the internal stuff. Just went and read about putting it in your nose for nose bleeds. I'd think that would make you sneeze which would be counter productive for stopping bleeding. I'd also think that for stopping some type of gastrointestional bleeding you'd have to have a pretty high concentration of it because by the time it got to the source it'd be pretty dilute or digested in some form by the stomach. I'll have to look into it more
I like the idea of using molle Stix for mounting medical related pouches to any pals webbing pack /vest etc.
@sowelu924 Thanks. Haven't seen the AMP-3's. I'll have to check them out.
Done right, sure. A lot of people use it. It should be on a clean wound (not a bite or something else likely to get infected) that doesn't have a lot of tension on it. Clean the wound, pinch the edges together and then apply several coats, allowing to dry between each. Be careful not to get the glue down into the wound itself.
Thnx for the comparison video. I've been looking for an appropriate bag for my suture kit (p/o my when-medial-help-isn't-coming bag).
Re zipper pulls on bags, a tip I learned from an EMT instructor: always use both zipper pulls to close the bag to where the zips meet at the half-way point. Then you always know exactly where on the bag the pulls are when you have to open it in hurry (or, not so in a hurry).
Thnx again for a great video. I truly enjoy medical emergency prep videos by pros v.s. all the self-appointed posers out there in UA-cam land.
Best regards
+Jim Piper Thanks for watching and for the tip Jim!
+Jim Piper PS on Maxpediton, I'd like to add an admonition:
WARNING! WARNING! Maxpedition is habit forming! Because it is so, it can be very dangerous to the health of your wallet! (I should know as I am now attending Maxpeditions Anonymous)
Else, terrific products...
+Jim Piper I believe it.
That's not a bad idea. I need to add some duct tape and safety pins also. I've added some more stuff since I made this vid.
@kdrerik are a different story. Certainly getting some type of dressing on them to stop the bleeding is great, but more so you need to get to the ER so they can figure out if there are more serious internal organ injuries (you aren't going to fix a speen or liver laceration in the field). Hope that helps some.
@triskeets Thanks! Its a Sinn 857 UTC.
@scoobydoo6906 I do now have a CAT tourniquet in my kit btw. I'll post an update vid at some point here.
Overall I don't think i've had any problems with it, although I haven't really beaten any of it up too much. I think the double rifle bag I have is a Voodoo one if I remember correct and its been thrown around a pretty good amount at some classes with no problems.
@scoobydoo6906 I think a neck brace is a little much to carry. I don't mean to say that you shouldn't carry one if you want, but on the usefulness to space scale, you probably aren't going to get that much use out of one compared to the other stuff in your kit. You can also apparently make one out of a backpack with a firm back and the straps up over the head somehow, although I've never seen it.
You can find it on the internet in various places, but its rather expensive and seems hard to find in small quantities.
Great video Sir, I applaud you this day as you are the 3rd video I watched this morning with my family of trauma kits to only end the first two very early from foul mouths and cussing..... Very professional and informative; you earned a sub here. THANK YOU.
Thanks for the kind words and sub! Sorry about the sound quality in this vid. I didn't realize the battery on my mic was dying. But yea, I don't get all of the foul language people use in vids. Just don't understand why they feel the need. I try and have more of a family channel as it were. You should check out my Field Wound Care vid. I had fun putting that one together. :-) ua-cam.com/video/4oKM0ODuDe0/v-deo.html
Both the backpack and IFAK are by Maxpedition
Thanks for the comment and sub! Glad you enjoyed it! You should check out my Field Wound Care vid too if you're interested in the this type of topic.
@JimmyGunXD556 Glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully the vid can help a few people out.
Oh, no, I didn't mean what I said in a negative way in reaction to your comment. I meant that you said that I seemed to put it together in a way that made sense. I was just agreeing - I tried to put it together in a way that made sense for what I thought I'd use. I've thought about adding an NPA and maybe a needle and/or chest seal.
Very informative! Nice to hear what a E.R. professional carries in his ifak.
@roundtablereview Yea no kidding. I'd heard other people talk about it and thought "how hard could it be?" But yikes, they aren't going anywhere. I thought about redoing the vid due to the poor audio quality, but not after I saw how hard it was to get though things off.
Yea, I'd like to get around to that. Its on the list.
You're welcome. Thanks! I'm going to make an updated one here sometime soon. Thanks for the sub!
great video, really liked all the good side info, when you go off on tagents they end up being better than some peoples planned out "suggestions/thoughts". well made video and great info. thanks for doing this and doing such a good job at it. it was very helpful and friendly but stayed topical and straight forward. keep it up.
Thanks!!
Thanks for a very good video. I camp and hike a lot and have several IFAKs, and its good to know what an expert carries in his kit.
No, I meant my bag was tight with all the items I've got stuffed in it. It's almost like one of those commercials you see where someone has to sit on their suitcase just to zip it up.Anyway, I think it covers a lot of potential issues.
The CAT tourniquet? I don't remember what I paid for mine but I think I got it on Amazon.
@scoobydoo6906 You mean including an actual hemostat? If I had one in the kit I'd be more likely to use it pull things like glass out of a wound than I would be to try and clamp off a bleeding vessel. Sometimes if you don't know what you are clamping and start clamping blindly in various parts of the body you can cause damage to tissue, nerve and vesels that you didn't start with. A hand is a great example of a place to not go blindly clamping into a wound. Does this help?
I watched a couple of other vids on the Israeli bandage.
Seems like a great invention with numerous potential uses.
Great review again
I have no idea. You could email them and ask.
Thanks! You mean how are the 2 pouches as far as being water proof? I can't say I've really put them to the test as far as that goes. Right now they live in my closet and one in my trunk.
Thanks. I haven't seen that one, but I'll have to check it out.
Yea, I swear Amazon used to have Surgicel in smaller quantities that didn't cost $700. That's crazy. I do see I think a single size of Celox for $21 on Amazon though.
Just completed RN. Been planning on putting a good first aid kit. Was looking for carry configurations.
@scoobydoo6906 That's a tough situation. Having never had an open femoral artery inury I'm not sure exactly how it would be, but I'm thinking that there would be sooo much bleeding from it under a lot of pressure that might be hard to find and clamp off with a pair of regular hemostats. Certainly couldn't hurt to try though. Not sure how well some of the hemostatic agents would work on that massive of a bleed, but that would be another option.
Excellent review, I have the Maxpedition one and love it. New sub ;)-
Thanks! And thanks for the sub!
I went the long route - 10 years and 4 degrees, but I think you can do PA out of HS in maybe 5-6 years? I've been out for 13 years so I'm not as up on the current school times as I used to be.
I agree - self built is much better as you can tailor it to your needs.
@MrHALOCOUST Thanks. I don't really know of any particular pages off the top of my head. What sort of things are you wanting to learn?
@usmc100sniper Bunch of different websites. Which things are you looking for?
I like the idea of the quick clot and the Celox. Can a person get them locally with a medical license?
@TonicLime1 Thanks!
@frips1000 I will work on that. :-) I have had a few requests for them.
Really I think any type of tape will work fine, including duct tape. I've had people come in to the ER with bandages stuck on with duct tape. We have a heck of a time getting them off sometimes.
Great overview of the two pack options and basic contents. Thank you!
Randy Lunn You're welcome! Thanks for watching! :-)
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.
I did notice that you don't include any kind of pain or inflammation medicine, such as ibprofin(sp?) and tylenol. Is that because, as an ER doc, you prefer people come to you without having had anything? Would you still have that view if you (us, actually) are in the back country somewhere and therefore not able to get to a hospital in a timely way?
@eduffin7 Thanks for the kind words!
Good video. I wasn't fond of the Voodoo bag personally. Much prefer the Condor EMT pouch. Similar size and construction on the body, but much better laid out on the inside and without the straps that keep it from opening all the way. Also easy on/off the main pack with a velcro tear away panel. Also has a strap to hold it a little more securely to the panel. Has plenty of room for a good amount of gear.
Your ER uses regular SuperGlue and not one of the medical variants like Dermabond?
I made it so long ago that I don't really remember where I got the stuff.
I really remember seeing Surgicel cheaper than that in more single packet sizes, although now I can't find it. Yea, the Maxped ties definitely aren't very easy for on off. I'll check out the ITS. Thanks for the sub btw!
Thanks so much for the info!!! I really appreciate it. I wanted to put one of these packs together, but wasn't sure what to put in it.
You should do an updated version of this video with the new content.
Where is the best place to get that Surgicel? It seems to be more versatile than Quickclot or similar and much more likely to be used.
Depending on the size of the entry and exit wounds, you could probably use that Tegaderm, if its big enough. I think the largest obstacle to overcome would be in making sure you had a good seal, though I'm sure some Transpore could be pressed into service in a pinch to seal the edges.
+mistermanji I'm not sure of the best place. If you have a large amount of bleeding, Surgicel likely isn't going to be good enough though. I sometimes have trouble getting it to stop the tip of a finger from bleeding. Sometimes it works great, but others not as much. Its better for smaller wounds, but not for major stuff where you'd use quickclot or something similar.
I have plenty of things for major bleeding already. Due to the insane price on Sugicel, which seems to be sold mostly in boxes of 10 for over $100 dollars, I think I will be sticking with direct pressure, and perhaps one of my Quickclot gauze 4x4s if it just won't stop. Thanks for the response.
mistermanji look into gauze that is like quick clot. it, doesnt leave the grains and does its job better too
Good review. Have you looked at the Condor Rip-Away EMT Pouch (8 x 6 x 3.5 inches)
Snareman, do you have a video on how to perform FA on a tension pneumothorax?
Found them at CVS, Walgreens and also even on Amazon, in small quantities and resonably priced.
Great review. I am getting ready to put together a go-bag for work (police patrol), and this was a great primer for a first aid kit. I have a basic first aid kit in my trunk of my car. Do you have any recommendations for more advanced wounds? Bullet or knife trauma? Maybe a tourniquet? Thanks for the reviews!
Thanks. I swear the surgicel used to be available cheaper and in smaller quantities, but now I can only find it in crazy expensive prices. What other expensive items did you find?
Check out my get home bad video where I've updated the contents a little and now have motrin, tylenol and benadyl.
Any idea where the Celox and the Surgicel can be found? I see them on amazon but in large quantity boxes costing some bucks. Wouldn't mind buying the box, but if i can pick up a few individuals it would be better. Also, is quick-clot the same as the Celox?
In regards to the Israeli Bandage do you recommend getting the 4 or the 6 inch? Space in my kit is somewhat limited but if it was worth it I would make space
I suppose it comes down to how much you want to be prepared for. You could carry a full ambulance worth of trauma gear. I'd imagine larger is better, but I'm sure you could probably get by with the 4" if you are crunched for space. I think that's what I have in my current kit.
great video could you tell me the name of the maxpedition bag please.
Question - Do bandaids actual have a physical effect or is it just mental (for little kids)? Or does it have cons, for example I've heard someone say don't put a bandaid on and let the cut "breathe" is there any truth to that
Sorry to ask the same question just asked on the max bag. I looked up vulture II and and a bag back is all I can find on their website, its not the same bag. What am I doing wrong
Where do you get the surgicel? Seems like a very useful product!
@EnduringEagle I found everything for purchase on the internet so stock up for your trip! :-)
Thanks. Its the Vulture II
Thanks for the video. Sounds like your microphone is backwards.
links to what?
Good stuff! Have you seen the AMP-3 kits?
Can you put a list together of the item and where you got them?
Thanks
@snareman95 sure as hell aint free for me.. where do you get your medical suplies for your IFAK's? i can't find most of it
@snareman95 just need the clotting agents.. can't find them
What's your watch ? I love it
Great vid thank! How are these in terms of waterproofing?
You should check out the condor sidekick pouch.
+Fives rip away emt is great as well by condor
Great video. I will be visiting your site often . What model is the Maxpedition?
Thanks! Its the Individual First Aid Pouch
I will! Thanks. Man, auto-correct really butchered that first comment, eh? I meant to say, "I love my other Maxpedition gear..." Ugh.
@snareman95 thanks so much, found it. Now if only there was another way other than those straps so I can remove it easily.
Thanks again
Nice vid. Have been looking forward to your input on this subject hence your profession.
Heya ! I'm looking for recommendations for a small IFAK.
I'm pulling security in mostly low-risk places, where the main risks are stab wounds, and pepper spray.
It should be as small as possible, fit to my equipment belt and be able to fit at least the following: something to wash persons eyes, pressure bandage and some sort of disinfectant.
Cheers for any suggestions fellas.
Thanks mate, I'll take a look at them.
Thanks! I hear Detroit is rather busy!
Ah, that's great. It never made sense to me that I could only find them in large quantity boxes.
I want to add a decent torniquet to my kit but I can't seem to find one for a good price. The military type that got the best reviews is 30 bucks. Ouch!
are you selling pre-stocked pouches? i've been looking for a good IFAK for personal use