The Ultimate Survival Jacket? A Work In Progress.
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- Hikers often carry survival kits into the wilderness but, how about a survival kit in the lining of a jacket? Ive created an experimental one and the basis for it is a Kochanski survival scarf. Lets have a look at it and see what all Ive done and Im open to other suggestions as this idea develops. Reallybigmonkey1 reallybigmonkey really big monkey
Thank you so much Dave and Nick for bringing joy iand humor n these hard times! God Bless you both and family!
You are very welcome Regina and we try to stay as upbeat as possible! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too my friend
Regina, your so correct. I truly watch an rewatch your videos of these guys anytime I can an always when life starts weighing heavy. You guys I believe they're alot of us out here that love your humbleness, an just having fun "in the woods" an being real! God bless you all, an all that watch.
@@knifelore1647 Thanks! And may God bless you too my friend
Wearable kit, with personalized handmade gear. Dave and Nick ride again! I believe your idea for a gear pocket on the back is a great one, similar to the large back "envelope" style pocket on a hi visibility surveyors/construction vest. As for fan suggestions, I was surprised by the lack of mule tape in your cordage choices. 2nd I'd suggest wrapping a poncho liner around one of your grills to keep it flat and structurally rigid so it didn't bunch up at the bottom of the new pocket on the back, or sew in an internal "clothesline" hanger from shoulder to shoulder inside the back storage pocket to fold your blanket or woobie over to keep it flat and less bulky. Thanks for inviting us along Gents !
Tyler I like all your ideas but man that clothesline idea is brilliant! I'm definitely going to use that one! Thanks for watching my friend
Dave looked like “Gumby” walking around in the green bag w/ bug netting sewn in. Lol 😆 👍. Dave will remember who Gumby was. Nick probably won’t.
Survival Gumby!! YES I like it.
Ayea ! Had me a Gumby when I was a tike. So that was the first thing a thought. A GIANT GUMBY !
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Lol, oh of course! That was one of Eddie Murphy's best skits
Hahaha, yep had a Gumby back in the day, must have been early 70s. wouldn't have even remembered if you hadn't mentioned "him"
Cheers Duke.
I like how you get me thinking. My first suggestion is to add a hood. Hoods trap lots of heat coming off your neck and back, they shield your neck from the cold wind and will come in handy if you use my next idea. Where you have your lining, substitute a pouch. A pouch as wide and deep as you can make it. Make it out of wool or an insulating material of your choice. Make the pouch detachable so you can remove it, step into it, velcro or zip it to the top (jacket) and with your new hood, you have a makeshift sleeping bag. Mountaineers have outfits similar to this so they don't have to bring sleeping bags. The pouch would also add lots of insulation to your back and sides if wide enough when stowed away. Thanks for the fun videos.
Fantastic idea David! I'm definitely adding a hood so I'll write down your idea. Thanks for watching brother
Dave, you and Nick have a way of making us feel as if we are right there with you. This was so much fun to watch and I can't wait to see what you come up with next! Your channel is one of the best places on the internet to be.
Thank you so much Beverly! No telling what I'll add next. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one
Right here I have a project idea for you. Get one cold weather full jumpsuit/hunting suit. Cut the sleeves off about 3 inches lower than the shoulder seam. Take out any zippers. Use the insulation from the cut off sleeves and add to the hip area of the hunting suit on the inside. Remove the collar. Sew Velcro closures down the front. Rip out the inseam of the legs and sew them straight down. You've made a sleeping pad! Take the outer fabric from the cut off sleeves and make a signal flag. Make a wool felt liner for the inside for cold nights. Leave the bottom open and the shoulders open so you can adjust wool liner. Make carry straps out of the cut off pockets and collar. Love your videos!
Sounds interesting Robin! Thanks for the ideas and thanks for watching
Absolutely genius Dave. This is a fantastic & endless project with the possibilities it has. I think the back pocket would be a good addition for you to add much more gear to make things more comfortable for you, but I would either put in 2 vertical pockets, or even split the back into 4 pockets to avoid everything just falling to the bottom and becoming cumbersome & bulky, but I’m sure you’ve already thought of that. Your genius mind comes up with some incredible inventions & this is the most easiest of things to grab as you walk out the door on a day to day basis. Thank you for sharing, and I look forward to seeing where you take this. As for the sleeping sack, I think it needs to be much more wider to not feel so claustrophobic in the night, and also for the benefit of the hammock. Great job. Sending as always, much love brother 💕 God bless you & Nick.
Thanks Sheila and we are glad you liked it! Oh this is definitely a work in progress. I had a few more ideas written down and now that I'm reading the comments I have a multitude of more ideas! Have you a good weekend, thanks for watching and may God bless you too
Poor Nic with those spiders! Love the jacket, Dave, not to mention all the gear. We love your videos.....thank you! 😎👍🇨🇦🌲
Lol, he survived! We are glad you liked it and thanks for watching Marian
As an old squirrel hunter we all had jackets witn that big "pocket" across the outside of the back,,sewn top and bottom but accessible from each side for carrying game (squirrel/rabbit) but also worked well for other items. Thermos,ham sandwich, whatever. Bet you know what I mean. Good vid Dave, Take Care
Yep. I know exactly what you mean brother! I have two duck hunter vests with that same pouch. I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching Dale
My step father showed me that wrap to hold your gear using a large piece of cloth around 60 years ago and it worked well for me as a very young boy scout. Thank you for sharing as always. I love this idea !!
That's very cool your step father showed you that! I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching
You do know we are all going to want you to make us all this awsome survival jacket now BIGMONKY. I think you are so cool you never cease to amaze me, piece and love from 1 leg UK England
Thanks! Man I'm way too slow on the sewing machine to make these. Lol. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching
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I think all your subscribers are thankful for all the good ideas! It's allgood stuff that might help somebody in dire circumstances to make it out OK and get back home! It's fun to practice something, and be prepared when the World goes sideways !
Big THANKS to both of you! 👍👍👍
Thank you Roy! And yes, always be prepared
Good morning. You bring a whole new meaning to the word "prepared"! People laugh at me sometimes because I keep various items in my car, just in case. But, I don't care. If something happens and I get stranded somewhere and no one finds me for a week or two, (wouldn't hurt my feelings. I don't like crowds. By crowds I mean 2 people), I will survive just fine. Great video!
Good morning! I think folks that laugh at the prepared people are probably the ones that wind up lost or stranded anyway. Lol. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching
Yesterday at work someone was having a problem with allergies (like I was - ragweed is blooming) and he asked everyone if they had some allergy pills. I did and helped him out. Later someone asked if anyone had a needle nose pliers. I did and it helped clear a paper jam in the copier. I sometimes feel like Felix the Cat and his bad of magic tricks
Hello David, thank you for sharing this great project. Best regards from over the Atlantic, Michael
You are very welcome Michael and thanks for watching brother
Nice to see this Dave, I like the concept of carrying essentials on your person, and distributing the weight over the body by using various pockets, etc. Particularly when the clothes don't end up looking like you are wearing a bunch of stuck on pouches, and are carrying as much as you have. It reminds me of Lonnie's magic vest from Far North Bushcraft and Survival. He seems to pull anything and everything out of it!
Just a small tip on the survival scarf hammock: If you fold the end over a stick before wrapping the rope around and back through the loop, you end up with footrests, sort of like "highway pegs" on a cruiser motorcycle. The stick also helps the bindings hold. You can do the same at each end, obviously, but the foot end is quite useful. Alternatively, you can suspend a stick from your guyline with some cordage in a triangle "A" configuration and also have a footrest. It works best if the stick is crossways, and underneath the hammock end. It doubles as a gear hanger too.
I'm glad you liked it Sean! I hadn't thought about it but get rid of the camo and the even weight distribution would make this the ultimate gray man jacket! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching
@@Reallybigmonkey1 If you were looking for inspiration on your next scarf Dave, look up the Norwegian "Jerven Fjellduken". It's a multi-use shelter bag system. You can add zippers to your scarf on each side, and either open them to stick your arms out, or zip in sleeves, which would work with your Pants-sleeve idea too.
Thanks Sean, I'll look that one up
I'm continually amazed at your innovation. It really sets me to thinking. Another instructive video. Thanks!
Fantastic to hear that David! Thanks for watching brother
I had thought about sewing a fishing vest into an oversized field jacket in the past. Fishing vests are loaded with pockets. I do posess a fishing vest for summer use that holds an 8x10 tarp, folding camping stove, fishing kit, first aid kit, fire supplies, water purification, etc. and etc. I have yet to develope my cold weather survival/ camping wear. I can set up Kochanski's super shelter with my 3 season setup. A good high quality pocketed vest can carry as much as a small to medium backpack. I carry an old military survival rifle/shotgun on a paracord sling with paracord wrapped around both barrels. For survival fishing I carry K-Bar's hand reel. They are great and very reasonably priced. I also carry some auto- fishermen that doubles for snares. They are spring loaded. I use both natural and artificial bait. I carry bugnetting as well. My hat has a pocket in the top where I put in face netting and for body netting I use a trouser pocket. I still have to work on innovating my winter coat or vest or combination.
Peter I pretty much love all your ideas! Thanks for sharing that
I always used a fisherman's vest because it had pockets everywhere. No sewing and very versatile and effective!
Sounds good Jerry
As always, your crearivity never rests! You're amazing Dave.
Thank you my friend!
Hey Dave. Great idea! You might want to have arm holes on your scarf. If you walk around the woods with your arms inside, you won't be able to break your fall or push aside branches etc. I've seen another jacket with a drop-down waterproof tail for sitting on. I like your idea for a big pocket on the back or even multiple pockets. The surveyor vests have zippered pockets on the back. You can also add a bunch of smaller pockets on the arms for things like ferro rods, wash cloth, keys etc. I have an M-65 jacket that had a loose liner. I sewed velcro on the bottom (creating an inner pocket) and I added a shaped piece of blue camping foam to protect my back from the wind. It works great. It's good to see your brain is always thinking. Keep up the good work. Chow for now.
I'm glad you liked it and you have some great ideas too! I'm collecting a list of ideas for the next one! Take care and thanks for watching
When I saw you hopping around inside the tube, I thought you had done snapped and lost your mind. 😂
I would be careful to not make it too heavy with everything loaded in the jacket. The survival tube looks like it would be OK if it was wider and longer so that it could be used as a hammock. Another great video, Thank you.
Lol! I lost my mind years ago. Thanks for watching Mark
Mo would have been proud , you took that survival scarf to another level with that survival jacket … definitely impressive …. Well done 👍 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks! I'd love to think Mors would approve of this
12:40 - 17:00 that right there is some of the best youtube video I've ever seen, lol. And Nick's commentary 😂
You are the best, Dave! If I could live in the woods and once in a while watch only one channel, yours is the one that I'd look forward to. God bless!
Thank you so much Brother Mike!
Survival scarf is a great idea, but yes, too short. And I loved that loop and four-wrap knot you did to hold the ends of it. Great knot for that and other such holds where a grommet or tie tab isn’t available.
Absolutely too short. I'll make the next one longer, especially since that knot holds up so well
Hi Dave, you may think about a second opening in the survivelscarf at the top end. So you can enter the scarf from both sides and close the side you needed . This will give you more options like a raised bed with two poles and two tripods.
Greetings
Very good idea! I think I'll use that one
I was just posting that..like his tube bed.....
Another awesome show. Thank you Dave and Nick, great ideas.
Your shows not only.teach us but also teaches us to think outside the box and what things work well for modifiers and what goes best with what.
I always get great information from your shows.
Thanks Jenky, we are glad you liked it! Sometimes out of the box is the only way to go! Take care and thanks for watching
Always the innovator Dave , good stuff , maybe make the tube out of some high visible material, add some built in sleeves or velcro slits to stick your arms out , love you and Nick .
Very good ideas! And thanks for watching
Just put a couple of extra button holes on the outside of the jacket wherever you can. You when can simply clip a carabiner through the holes wherever you need to carry extra gear securely. Even simply knot a cord to itself and run the cord through the hole. Basically anything you can think of to keep your hands as free as possible at all times to help avoid mechanical injury in the field.
That's a great idea John
Dave and others, to get very strong but not so expensive rope you can buy “retired” rappelling rope that is still strong enough for hammocks but with very little stretch. The rope is originally rated to at least 6,000 pounds. The best carabiners to buy are climbing carabiners. Rated at 6-7,000 pounds as well. They outlast cheap junk by many years and usually cost around $6 US.
Good advice Lon
Your presentation was enjoyable, and comical, but more importantly, the advice and use diversity of the gear was great.
We are glad you liked it Julius! Thanks for watching
Brilliant concept, great execution! I'd like to have one and still use a backpack just to optimize carrying capacity. And, if by chance you get seperated from your backpack, you still have kit. For a winter load out I would suggest ditching the scarf for a wool blanket especially for those up north or high up in the mountains.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and you have a great point! Wear this for security if you get separated from your pack. Take care and thanks for watching brother
Love it!! You are one of the most creative bushcraft presenters on Utube. I would suggest using a truckers hitch on your hammock. You probably need 8 or 9 feet minimum for the hammock to be comfortable. Keep up the good work.
Thank you Mark!
We all learn together, how true, how true. The survival scarf is a pretty good idea, another multi-tool. The survival jacket reminds me of the Swiss Alpenflage jacket although the Swiss jacket isn't waterproof. Really enjoyed the video. Safe journeys to you and Nick.
Thanks ! We are glad you liked it. I actually have a Swiss Alpenflauge jacket I plan on using one day! Take care and thanks for watching
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Maybe you already know/own it, but
the Swiss M70 alpenflage jacket (or however it is spelled) has atachment points for a small daypack and integrated suspenders for a specific model of field pants. It is a sistem on its own, with a pocket designed to fit their own canteen+cup
I love so much about how you develop new ideas: Focus on the overall concept (in this case a survival jacket) while at the same time devising as many possible and/or multiple uses for each aspect of your design (lining/hammock/bugnet/bedding) as well as incorporating significant necessary items required for survival (rope, room for food etc). Very inventive and intelligent.
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I figure if you at home, just grab what you need to get the job done. When stuck in the wilderness then every item you have on you needs to serve any purpose that arises. Take care and thanks for watching
Brother Dave! That's another very cool idea you've come up with! Southern ingenuity! Love the line of thinking here. Y'all take care buddy!~John
Thank you Brother John! Plenty of improvements and mods to come!
Regarding the liner. If you could cut in a waterproof holes (cover holes with a velcroed flap) in the top two corners. Then take two poles a couple feet longer than the scarf and pass through from the bottom to the top on either side. Support the ends on a couple trees and you’ve got a cot.
I love these projects you are working on all the time. Every one knows they are mostly a work in progress and I like seeing the progression and mindset that goes along with the project.
Thanks Bill, I'm glad you liked it. Good idea, I definitely like the cot idea. Take care and thanks for watching!
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Well - I don't know if I would like to be caught by the police running through the woods with a pointy hood 😉
Just kidding. A great video as always. I very like Nick's sense of humour. And the idea of a meme is just great!
Lol! That could get ugly. We are glad you liked it and thanks for watching
As long as it isn't white I don't think you would have a problem.
Oh Dave loved your " GUMBY SUIT" !
Agree just making it longer and a bit wider should solve the hammock issue. Very inventive piece of kit.
Lol, Thanks Cheri! I'm glad you liked it
From one of my physics teachers in college I remember one thing. The closer you keep the mass of the total load to the center of mass the less energy you have to use to move. So you might not want to put anything down your forearm. On a long term survival situation energy management is the key to survival. Keep up the great videos. Not trying to be a troll
Thanks for the explanation Wilson! I was thinking the only way I'd anything extra to the sleeves is if it's very very lightweight
Another great video Dave!! Thank you so much for making these videos. I look forward to every other Friday to watch your new ones. Thank you again my friend!!
I'm glad you liked it Maria! Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one!
Cut him some slack man. Your eccentric dad might embarrass you. But he's filling a void in my life.. Dudes a book of knowledge.. Imagen never having one.
Thank you my friend!
Some great ideas there. Can't wait to see a longer version. Maybe you could put sleeves in the scarf? Anyway, great video. Thanks Dave and Nick. See you in the next one! 👍
Thanks Ian, I'm glad you liked it. Sleeves would be nice but I have no idea how easy that'll be. Take care and thanks for watching
I would think a long sleeved liner would be simpler and more usefull, leaving the pants liner as is. How about a hood that coulď be something else like a water carrier/bucket? (See how watching ýour wacky videos makes your viewers wacky!
That might be a better option. It is all in the design process right now. Lol, I love my wacky viewers!
Best idea Ever!
The amount of varients all covered too.
Beauty Monkeyman, nothing up My sleeve, Hey Presto??
Awesome thanks.
Lol! I'm glad you liked it Jono and thanks for watching brother
As I said on another video, it great to see you guys back out there. Your videos have been the nearest people could get to going out in the wilderness themselves during many of these lockdowns with all the crazy restrictions they have been putting on people travelling.
The best times in life are out here with my son. Luckily there was no outdoor restrictions in Georgia. Take care and thanks for watching
Love the jacket. Add the back pockets. Once again, great video.
Thanks Valerie! I'm glad you liked it. I'm definitely adding a back pocket. Someone gave me a fantastic idea to add to it!
Great video Dave and Nick, love the idea of a survival jacket, so amazed at these projects you come up with . Looks like you and Nick are having fun, that’s the most important. I really enjoy these videos, they just brighten up my day. Looking forward to seeing the modifications you make to the survival scarf. As it’s said survival items should have more than one use, you have exceeded that. I think a large pocket on the back of the jacket would be ideal. Pilot survival vest have a large pocket on the back. I think a whole survival suit shirt/ jacket and pants that would be like pocket EDC only options to carry more items. I large backpack pocket on the back of the jacket for the larger items. That survival scarf must be included, what a multi use item. Alan R.
Thanks Alan! I'm glad you liked it brother. I had a few more ideas and mods in mind but after getting the comments on this video I've filled up a notebook with ideas! Lots more to come and thanks for watching brother
You are now... without dispute...the bushcraft king!!!!! Nobody on the whole UA-cam puts more thought into it than you do dave!! Love you buddy, all the best from the uk✊✊✊
Thank you so much John!
The folks that are prepared won't need this. It's the day hikers that get lost who could use this. This is a great idea for those people who "don't want to carry any extra weight". Just slip it on and go. Good job!
You have the right idea and thanks for watching!
The survival scarf hammock may be able to be fixed by not changing the dimensions at all, but by adding a rod pocket to each side big enough for a long stick on each side strong enough to support your weight by tying off each of the four Paracords to eaçh end of a stick to make more of a supended bed. You could also replace the vest and quilted pants with a woobie with a slit in it that would allow you to wear it as a poncho with the many possibilities that the woobie offers. If anything I said sounds a little confusing I'll be happy to try and explain it better. I love watching your build videos they really get me thinking. God bless and stay safe.
Thanks for the input Rich! Good ideas you have there. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother
David, I think you should sew the draw string channel at the top and not the bottom. Will make it a lot easier to get in/out of. You may have to shift the mesh down a bit to compensate. Will have to be much wider and about 10’ long for the hammock. This will add weight but comfort over ounces! Love your ideas brother!
Like the idea of the opening at the top, but Perhaps you could have a Velcro at one end and the bungee (or both bungee) tie at the other and have two openings for whatever needs. I would sure hate to have to go to the bathroom and only have one option of getting out.
The more I think about it, I believe I'll leave both ends open with drawstrings. That also means I can use it with two logs passed through as a cot style bed! Thanks for watching Ron
@@Reallybigmonkey1 great idea, I’ve seen sewn tubes used as cots. Canterbury has featured them and Jeep over at EconoChallenge makes a silnylon camp cot sleeve as well. Good luck with your adventures!
I rarely comment on videos but I' m always impressed by your ingenuity an creativity Dave. Please don't ever stop sharing your concepts.
Thank you my friend! Plenty more in the works!
That pocket you have in mind for the back of the jacket would be perfect for a poncho and Woobie liner, which would equip you with a shelter and blanket in inclement weather.
Very good idea Barry!
You're so creative! Adding length and width to the scarf will really work for a hammock setup. Really cool how there are so many uses for the scarf. Adding a pocket on the lower back of the jacket, with the same material, seems like a really good idea. Perhaps that pocket can be attached to the "arms" of the pants somehow.
Thanks Marjie! I'm gathering up a list of cool ideas for the next jacket, it's gonna be cool! Take care and thanks for watching
If you leave it open but reinforce the edges (or use eyelets & velcro) then sew it together with paracord when needed, it could still be used as a tarp.
An 'A' frame of sticks and you have a bush chair. Some long sticks down each side and you have a rescue stretcher (though fitting a couple of burly buddies in the pockets to carry you out might be tricky).. Lots of uses. I think I saw this scarf concept years ago and completely forgot about it. With a jacket, it rounds out the capabilities nicely. Thanks for the video!
Fantastic ideas Michael! And thanks for watching brother
Fantastic idea ! Great job Dave loved the video, you come up with some excellent ideas. You are an entire R & D department all by yourself. Nick does good too.
Thanks Sharon! We are glad you liked it
We have matching Polish Army jackets with a double liner system and seven pockets.
They’re our ‘grab and go’ system. I grab the jackets while Chris is grabbing me. They don’t have everything. But, having a few items makes up for having a whole lot of nothing!
Amanda
I love adding pockets to garments, even if they have lots of pockets already! Thanks for watching Amanda
Very very cool Dave! Always neat to see what you come up with, quite the imagination!
Thanks Matthew! I'm glad you liked it brother
I would feel confined in the scarf/bag -- add arm slits would change my comfort level entirety .
Videos for out-of-the-box thinking !
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Thanks Mikel!
You’ve got some great ideas. Thanks 🇨🇦👍
Thanks Tom! I'm glad you liked it
I like your survival jacket creation with survival kit storage. That could easily save a person's life. -no exaggeration. A lot of lost hikers and others who perished would be with us today if they had something like that. You did well in adding your own pockets on the jacket back to store large, soft items in a way that is comfortable and doesn't add bulk. I've been carrying trash bags in my back pants pockets. Now I'm thinking of carrying a poncho or tarp in the back of a jacket like that....
Thanks Doug! I'm glad you liked it. Oh yes this could definitely save someone. Especially with the rash of inexperienced unprepared hikers out there nowadays. Sewing a pocket liner into a jacket is actually quite easy. Be sure and sew it into the bottom of the armpits so it won't sag under weight
@@Reallybigmonkey1 Thanks for the tip.
Very good ideas. I would definitely add food and cooking gear in one side if possible and on the other side food and tinder and a fire kit sealed in a waterproof bag. If possible on back an area for axe and larger saw plus a small shovel.
Thanks Rick, I'm glad you liked it. I'll definitely add food. I'd love a shovel and saw but I gotta keep an eye on the weight. Take care and thanks for watching
It's been a long while "cuz". Lot's of life has happened on my end since I last contacted you. I think my last post was to let you know that I had just purchased my first camp knife from Sweden in early 2019. So glad you and Nick are still in the woods teaching and sharing. You're looking great and Nick sounds like a grown man now. I am ever intrigued how your brilliant mind is working on better, more useful, workable designs for time in the woods but in survival situations. You have been a true pioneer leading the forefront.
*not only for time in the woods, but also in survival situations*
Thanks! And it's fantastic hearing from you? Are things still good down in South Georgia?
Thanks!
@@Reallybigmonkey1 as good as can be expected. Pretty good. I traveled through your area a few times in the past couple of years and it sure is pretty up there. I also did some travel up in Kentucky Appalachia. Beautiful area. You always came to mind when I would be on a trail. It's really great to see your videos again my friend.
Fantastic Dave. Possibly slits for your arms in the scarf with Velcro fasteners! Great ideas my friend
Thanks Donald! I'm glad you liked it. Arm slits are a good idea
... Always a Good Time Dave ... I think the only channel I have to read "ALL" the comments ,, just to see if I missed something of creative genius ... The ideas just seem to flow .... I'll bet MacGyver couldn't hold a candle to your creative thought process ... .. I've carried a roll of large / long trash bags in my truck for many years ,, cut head/neck hole and arm holes to provide others with improvised rainwear ,, a "mini-skirt" version of this scarf tube ... using a shemagh for a wrapped belt not only makes it more comfortable ,, creates a fashion statement ...lol....... Fun to see the crowd and comments.....Stay Safe and God Bless .....
.... P.S. -- On Nick's jacket ,, don't forget to sew in a lighter fluid fire starter pocket ...
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it that much! The comments section of these type of videos are a gold mine of information. Lol, Nick loves your lighter fluid pocket. Take care and thanks for watching
THANK YOU Dear Dave I am always learning something new from you that help me to see things in adifferent ways - waiting for your next video
You are very and glad it gave you ideas! Take care and thanks for watching
Another genius creation!
Thumbs up!!!
Clark
Thanks Clark! We are glad you liked it
I made a Kohansky Scarf a few years ago, but I left a long flap at the top front (over the mesh) to throw over the back to close the opening when inside. The biggest drawback is the tightness and lack of arm-holes, although those could be included as hemmed slits and covered with oversized interior flap patches to close them off, too. Hmm...I may have to go back and work on that!
It can also be used rolled up as a pillow, or stuffed with leaves and grass as a padded "tick" beneath you. It can also be wrapped around your middle under a jacket as extra insulation, or twirled into a makeshift rope to pull someone out of a pit or other climbing emergency. Or, twist it and double it tightly with a rock in the off-hand end to serve as a sort of soft 'club' to fend off aggressive predator. It was fun finding new ways to use it.
Thanks for the comments. Those last two uses I hadn't thought of
Awesome idea Dave. Great video. Suggestion. Reinforce the the top of the bag and tie out loops. And reinforce each side at the bottom and add tie out loops. Thanks for the awesome video and keep up the Great work 👍👍👍👍👍 Hey Nick.
Thanks Rod, I'm glad you liked it! And those are some good suggestions! Nick says hi and thanks for watching
Dave & Nick, thank you for sharing this video, please don't forget the First Aid Kit an Emergency Coffee Kit, Y'all slipped up today, you didn't make any coffee and i was hoping to have a cup with you, maybe next video. take care, stay healthy an God Bless you and your Family always...
Thanks Scott. We are glad you liked it. We'll have coffee in the next one. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too
That jacket would drive the air line check points 🤪
Thank you Blessings 👍👍👍
Lol! I could see that! Thanks for watching
Hey Dave, if you make that a foot wider then you can make holes at the top with Velcro closures and run two logs through it. And suspend it above the ground with the tarp over it. And if you need to use it in a different configuration you could Velcro the holes shut! Just a thought. Excellent ideas as always. I enjoy you’re ideas very much! Take care!
Fantastic idea Chris! I'm racking up the ideas. Take care and thanks for watching
If it was wider, longer and had rope hooks at each corner (not exactly at the corners, but a bit more inwards on the back), you could tie it down and prop it up with sticks from the inside or boots or bags or whatever, and have enough room inside to move a little bit. I don't know if these hooks would hurt the design or stay in the way of other uses.
I'm glad you're making these things and every time I watch your videos, I do get a small addition to the urge of making something like this myself (thank you!). For now, I'm just brewing an idea.
Good idea! I'm going to put some thought into that. Thanks for watching and create gear any chance you can!
GUMBY GETS LOST IN THE WOODS!😊 I got lost when you were making the hammock.🙄 Well, maybe I got lost earlier when you pulled out all that cordage. I would swap out whatever cordage you didn't need to support a tarp: use the space for a freeze-dried pack of sustaining and interesting food to rehydrate in a pinch. I prefer the two trash bag stretcher bed with that tarp. The bags would fit in the survival jacket. The Gumby suit would be fine in the other uses you demonstrated. I would make a pocket as you suggest...but to carry a wool blanket that could give chin-to-toes insulation in cold weather. Your need for warmth would come at night rather than when you are moving on a trail.
Thanks for the suggestions James. Right now with the pockets I have I can mix and match a lot of different contents
Omgoodness wow!!!!! That was amazing Dave!! The thought of putting more pockets on it is a great idea !! I also thought that maybe at the bottom of the jacket put some small loops for a bed roll 🤔 . The possibilities are kinda endless !! A place for a pot . Maybe a water filter like you said . Anyway this video was very informative Dave! Thanks for posting ! Take care and stay safe my brother !
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Troy! Oh yes plenty more ideas to come. I'm getting a lot of good ideas from the comments section. Take care and thanks for watching brother
You are a great teacher. You have so much patience. xoxo
Thank you!
The bagginess of that jacket would make it super warm for all the air it traps.
Let us know when you start making/selling them! I'm a 2x tall.
That scarf could also be used as a beekeeper's suit, seine casting net, AND a burka!
Those are some good uses I hadn't thought of! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Robert
Thank you Dave. Amazing video as always.
You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it!
That is an awesome idea Dave! I think having pockets outside on the front of the jacket for your hands would be extra beneficial. Have a great week guys.
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I like that idea! If I added pockets they could be insulated! Thanks for watching
Paracord is desighned to stretch. Need a non-stretch cordage like Amsteel or Dyneema. Think I would leave booth ends open with cord closers or velcro. Then you could do the cot/hammock setup. Maybe fly the tarp on a diamond setup. Genious Ideas Dave. And thanks for bringing that scarf/bag idea to my attention.
Good ideas and thanks for watching brother
havent commented in a fair while and after being a subscriber to the ever entertaining Mr. Pearson for a few years I just wanted to mention that you Dave deserve more subscribers because your content never gets dull or boring. Its always an excellent day when I notice you put out a new video and your little laughs and chuckles always remind me to smile even on the hard days. The world would be less fun without you in it Dave and we all respect you for sparing time for us. Take care my mate and stay safe.
I'm glad you like my channel so much! Either I'm bad at marketing and promotion or UA-cam isn't. Either way I'd love more subs and views. Take care and thanks for watching my friend
I have a vest I got years ago that has a ton of pockets, never knew what to put in them. Thanks for the ideas. 1st up will make myself one of those survival scarves. Love the versiabllety of that.
Fantastic to hear that Kacy! More updates and mods in the works
..Vest's of yesteryear with a multitude of pockets were made for photographers ,, carrying a couple extra cameras ,, multiple lenses and many roll's of 35mm film ... I also use one for a modified fishing vest..
Looks like a wonderful work in progress brother ! Looking forward to seeing the improvements implemented ! Keep on keeping on !
Thanks Brother! Man no telling what I'll add next! Take care and thanks for watching
So awesome, your mind works in ways I’ve never saw before.
Thank you Paul!
Thanks for introducing us to the survival scarf and jacket!
You are very welcome and thanks for watching brother!
Your camouflage blends in well with the woods
Thanks!
Great ideas! The scraf may have not work as a full bed but it would work as a suspended chair.
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it! Yep, it's plenty big enough to be a good chair
Genius. When you eliminate the bags that restricts mobility and come across as someone taking a walk. When you could just avoid civilisation for a week. That is what appeals to me. Take your jacket of the hook, step outside and stay away for as long as you want. That is awesome. Or just buy some groceries and return home? Entirely up to you. Just one jacket. Thx man. Great upload!
You have the right idea behind the meaning of this jacket! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching my friend
Hi dave lovely to see you , thanks very much, love from Rob in 🇬🇧.
Hello Rob and thanks for watching!
Its always a pleasure dave , great work , I not finished watching the uther one yet thats why I not left a message.
Hello, what a great idea....super creative. It is fun to listen to you and Nick. That Kochanski scarf makes me feel claustrophobic when you put it on for bugs!!.....maybe put some arms in it and a zipper. Thanks....I am watching this 2021 episode in 2/24. Missed it somehow. Had the funny thought: sew a back- pack on the back of the jacket. Hahaha. Will be forever grateful for your compass tutorials which were the first I watched of your channel years ago. Take care. Love your channel.
Thanks and I'm glad you liked it. I've actually thought of sewing some kinda pouch on back of a jacket. I need to make that. Thanks for watching
The only thing I could suggest would be to print the actual 60 uses of the survival scarf on it 'cause I couldn't come up with half that myself!
Great video AND entertainment, as usual!
I'd love to but I don't know them all. Mors Kochanski said there was about 60 uses. I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching
Dave, I swear you crack me up. Alone in the woods, trying to survive without the use of your hands. You're the best! Hey, consider cutting a few arm holes in that costume and put Velcro on each side to close and open those holes.
Well, this is supposed to an emergency survival/shelter not really a camping type item
Best outdoor channel on UA-cam!
Thanks!
Go gadget go! 💖 💗 💓
Loving it again!
Lol, Thanks!
Aw man, how I have missed you guys. Your clever creations never cease to amaze me!
Hello Gev! Long time no see so it's great hearing from you again!
Cool rig young man. On lights, I'd put a flashlight in one pocket and a headlamp in the other! I always wear a ball cap so the bill would keep the netting off of your face. Prayers n god bless
Thanks Greg, I'm glad you liked it and you mentioned some good ideas!
For the scarf, I'd cut two slots in the side for your arms. You could put Velcro on them to close them up when not needed. That would make it a lot more convenient and versatile.
Good idea Greg
I had a laughing attack when you were inside that "scarf" Brother Dave! Awesome Video once again!!!!!
Lol, it did look pretty bad! Thanks for watching my friend
Some brilliant ideas there. I would swap out the tarp for a poncho and the Mora Silky conbination for a Swiss Army knife (we can't legally carry fixed, or locking blades in the UK). Felix Immler is worth checking out for all things SAK. It occurred to me that you could sew soome molle on the jacket to attach a water-bottle/ cup combo to. Also, if you 3 layered the scarf, you could use it as a browse-bed and still sleep inside it. Keep the great videos coming.
Very good ideas Jerry! I do like the molle webbing instead of just a pocket. That way I can tailor the pouches I attach for each season. Take care and thanks for watching Jerry
PLUS 1000! on Opal Preston Shirley's comment with the Swiss Alpenflage concept! Also, before the Alpenflage the Swiss had a great M65 type field jacket that I actually liked better! It had a stow away hood, with a fold down bug net!!! If I remember correctly it was stitched to the inside of the front edges of the hood all the way around with an extended tail. Hood up in the rain, the bug net gave you a breathable barrier inside the hood - Bugs get bad - Bug net comes out and down across the face and long enuf to tuck into the front of your shirt or jacket plus OD was good for facial camouflage!!! Don't know why that idea hasn't become standard issue GI for EVERYBODY, EVERYWHERE?!
Great Vid, as always Dave & Nick!
I love the sound of that jacket! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Kelly
@@Reallybigmonkey1 The Thanks go to you, Dave!