Urban Altoids EDC Tin (v2.1) by TheUrbanPrepper

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  • Опубліковано 16 лис 2024

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  • @TheUrbanPrepper
    @TheUrbanPrepper  5 років тому +134

    Thank you for watching this video! I never would have thought that this little Altoids kit video would pass the 1 Million views mark. This version of the kit is over 5 years old now. Here is a link to my latest version of the Altoids EDC Kit: ua-cam.com/video/MyMNiANaJrQ/v-deo.html. I hope you enjoy seeing how this kit as evolved over the years. Cheers! ~Cliff

    • @countloco592
      @countloco592 4 роки тому +3

      LMAO... Please don't call this a survival kit ! Nail clippers ? Seriously ? I'd hate to see you out in the wilderness trying to survive !

    • @countloco592
      @countloco592 4 роки тому +1

      There's something that SAS survival guide can't teach you ! Real life wilderness experience. You( anyone ) can read a book about survival all you want but if you( the people reading survival guides ) and don't practice, apply that knowledge to real world wilderness experiences it pretty much does no good ! Because there's much more you will learn being out in the thick of it, applying what you know , you'll never learn the best, a better way to use the skills.

    • @Element_lifestyle
      @Element_lifestyle 4 роки тому

      Will be nice to add one of those really small water pill.

    • @JamesSmith-fy4qs
      @JamesSmith-fy4qs 4 роки тому

      Nice vid liked it why do you need a liter

    • @LcaGud
      @LcaGud 4 роки тому

      I can't believe it either i h8 to h8 on videos you did a great job i just think these items can just be thrown in a sandwich bag n food right n tight n it'll be waterproof also you have all the electronic things how tf are you plan on using those sorry for talking crap just imho this was a waste of my time

  • @LuckyXIII84
    @LuckyXIII84 9 років тому +1612

    Inside the smaller tin that you opened last it would be awesome if there was one more even smaller tin with one actual altoid in it...

    • @TheFeralKid
      @TheFeralKid 7 років тому +25

      HAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!!

    • @bd7104
      @bd7104 7 років тому +7

      Shaun Turner haha xD

    • @DanielWagnerSU
      @DanielWagnerSU 7 років тому +6

      Shaun Turner 😂😂😂😂

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 6 років тому +3

      Shaun Turner
      Lmao.

    • @kathiderdemetraker1692
      @kathiderdemetraker1692 6 років тому +1

      Yesterday I came across a website HowToSurvive24.blogspot.com that has all the survival methods that will helps you to survive

  • @kennethjohn4668
    @kennethjohn4668 6 років тому +330

    "And a paper clip for office type applications".
    "Hey Bob, do you have a paper clip I can have"?
    "Sure, gimme like 5 minutes to get it from the mini tin that I keep inside another mini tin that I always carry on me."
    EDC tin 3.0, tin inside a tin inside a tin inside a ballon that I swallow that's attached to fishing line that's tied to my front tooth...for easier retrieval.

    • @SayWhen83
      @SayWhen83 5 років тому +1

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @Itsprincesweets
      @Itsprincesweets 5 років тому +3

      Swallow a rubber glove too in case some crazy killer uses water to try and kill you from the inside.

    • @gositdown.3800
      @gositdown.3800 5 років тому +1

      Lol excellent

    • @cmo9572
      @cmo9572 4 роки тому +2

      Lol

    • @Murphy007
      @Murphy007 4 роки тому

      Kenneth John 😂

  • @Bushlore1
    @Bushlore1 5 років тому +11

    @TheUrbanPrepper
    I am a a bit of a "prepper" and love the outdoors. When I saw the contents of your EDC kit I wanted to be critical as they lack any of the every day items I use. As I patiently watched and waiting for the end of the video to post some critique or negative comment, I slowly began to realize the genius of your kit. You are just in a different type of forest or jungle than I typically am in. Yours is the concrete jungle/office. Your kit began to make perfect since to me. I realized I was the one lacking the preparation. So I am going to make a nice little city tin like yours, and honestly looking forward to it. For all the Armchair survivalists bashing the video, they just lack the intelligence to sit through something that doesn't make since to them long enough to try to see the other persons point of view. Afraid to learn something... I learned a lot from this. Thanks for posting!

  • @AC-pm7sn
    @AC-pm7sn 9 років тому +67

    This is good! This is an EDC. Something you can throw in a shorts pocket with your wallet and keys. I'm sure you often times layer on top of what you carry when it's necessary, but I'm sick of some of these guys saying they carry 3 flashlights and 12 knives with them to go to the gym or walk down to their mailbox and back.

    • @coltenmeyer2775
      @coltenmeyer2775 9 років тому +34

      I carry 42 knives and two pounds of rice to go to my mail box.

    • @daporkypig4027
      @daporkypig4027 9 років тому +6

      +Colten Meyer oh my god im dieing of laughter right now

    • @coltenmeyer2775
      @coltenmeyer2775 9 років тому +3

      Gots to be prepared lol

    • @coltenmeyer2775
      @coltenmeyer2775 8 років тому +2

      ***** lol i think i needs to add a few shermans for that trip ya neva know when my maillady is gunna have a few rpg-7's..

    • @perpetualconfusion5885
      @perpetualconfusion5885 7 років тому +4

      Cole Byre yeah I carry an M4,4 pounds of C4,a vest, and everything this guy has and more

  • @biosaber585
    @biosaber585 7 років тому +18

    Altoids recently started (at least in my area) selling the little metal folding top tins/canister things. I find for anyone carrying earbuds take three fingers and wrap starting from your jack to your actual earbuds the entire cable length semi loosely around your fingers and then tuck them inside for a good way to store your earbuds. they stay untangled and protected

  • @RandomButtonPusher
    @RandomButtonPusher 9 років тому +125

    I used to carry a Swiss Army Spartan knife -- very basic, large blade, screw driver, awl, toothpick and tweezers, I think. And a cork screw. The latter seems a bit esoteric, right? Then one day I was at a small conference that had a reception at the end of the day, with beer and wine provided by the organizers (not catered). I was chatting with another attendee when I heard someone call out, "Does anybody have a cork screw?" About 40 people laughed and shrugged their shoulders. As I walked over and handed them my Spartan, they were amazed...and I had quite a few new wine-drinking pals.
    A couple years back I was the only one on my floor of about 20 offices who had a small flashlight ( 2AA Mini-Mag) when the power failed. All my brief cases/"man purses" and computer bags have a flashlight. Why wouldn't you?
    The point is, EDC is a very personal thing. No one has to be a death's door from lack of a paper clip to make it a simple, useful tool to have when needed. Yes, I was a Boy Scout. "Be prepared" is about mindset. It is as much about learning to think (or more) than it is about what gear you have stashed away. BTW, my key ring has a Micra on it and a micro flashlight.
    Those who believe pre-thinking your possible daily requirements for handling small problems is somehow paranoid are "non-thinkers." They will be the first to piss and moan when they can't open their wine...and will be the first to trip over each other in the dark when the lights go out.

    • @Trentacles1
      @Trentacles1 6 років тому +7

      Very well said +1

    • @rent2242
      @rent2242 5 років тому +8

      You are so right! I carry a Swiss Army knife, small flashlight, and other small basic items in my backpack. It’s not like I’m hoarding and my backpack isn’t stuffed to the gills but it just gives me a peace of mind. I was in the military so I too have that preparation mindset. Some friends make friendly jokes about my edc carry but we have been in situations where my gear was needed 😎

    • @kitsunesden8085
      @kitsunesden8085 5 років тому +4

      Ah! I see you're men of culture as well!
      I always carry with me the Swiss Army that my mom gave to me like >20 years ago and some analgesics just in case.
      The memory cards it's a plus if you add some official documents in it if SHTF (earthquakes, hurricanes and stuff like that).

    • @lynnej.9357
      @lynnej.9357 5 років тому

      I carry the tiny swiss army knife. No corkscrew on that. But I have a corkscrew in my travel toiletry bag. No more calling room service for a corkscrew!

    • @kevingosse8657
      @kevingosse8657 5 років тому +2

      I under stand what you are saying, but it is better to be prepared right!

  • @waffmann
    @waffmann 9 років тому +933

    That awkward moment when you actually watching this from Caracas Venezuela

    • @brandonTopchev
      @brandonTopchev 9 років тому +3

      Is it that bad their?

    • @brandonTopchev
      @brandonTopchev 9 років тому +5

      There*

    • @waffmann
      @waffmann 9 років тому +56

      Brandon topchev crime rate very high, incompetent "comunist" goverment, no work oportunitys this year we have some elections lets hope the best I keep preparing my self and family for the worst

    • @phyros27
      @phyros27 9 років тому +29

      Stay strong brother! Those UNASUR / Foro de São Paulo communists need to be put to justice. Cheers from Brazil

    • @onlyashadow1121
      @onlyashadow1121 7 років тому +11

      ARE YOU OK

  • @brasstrombone9
    @brasstrombone9 10 років тому +38

    I have no idea why people are giving you shit. Sure you are probably caring on you more than I would but it isn't my place to judge what you carry. I copied you and made one of these tins for my car and love it. I have used it multiple times the past few months mainly for my lighter and multitool. Thanks for the great video and thanks for taking the time to share what is important to you.

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +11

      brasstrombone9 I figure it goes with the territory of making UA-cam videos. I usually check out the channels of people who "give me sh*t" and I have never found one where they too post videos. I feel that those that actually make videos to upload on UA-cam have a good understanding of the amount of work that goes into creating one, especially ones that require a lot of planning, and therefor see things from a wider frame of mind (such as yourself). Sure, I would not expect everyone to want the exact same contents as I do. However, I feel that the organization and strategy could be leveraged towards custom tins of their own. So in the end, I usually take the extreme negative feedback with just a grain of salt. :)

    • @biancad6289
      @biancad6289 6 років тому +2

      TheUrbanPrepper Years have passed here and I am just passing through Your expression stopped me when you wrote ((So in the end, I usually take the extreme negative feedback with just a grain of salt.))Which made me give you positive feedback and Thank you Sir for Uploading the video and make time to share some thing from your heart

  • @hillynath69
    @hillynath69 6 років тому +205

    "This is going to be a quick video", Read's out entire list of emergency contacts...

    • @TinManOne9
      @TinManOne9 4 роки тому +15

      Very redundant and most items are for city/office folk that will freak out before going to EDC kit if shit happens - this is one of those " I cant get that time back" videos...if half of your "EDC" kit contains items for making sure your nails look good, something to pick salad out of your teeth, 1 pill so you dont shit yourself, spare button with kevlar thread (wtf?), whistle for someone violating your personal space or having a collapsable pen - then you need a purse, not an altoids can

    • @antonsterlin9720
      @antonsterlin9720 4 роки тому +2

      @@TinManOne9 😂

    • @blindbrailleable
      @blindbrailleable 4 роки тому

      Ikr lol. Not to mention useless. 911 can direct you to all those numbers. Or 411. What u should have is a list of the emergency services number for various countries. "Whats the number for 911?!" Its no joke. I mean it kind of is. But 911 wont put you through to local law enforcement in all countries. Its 111 or 999 i think in the UK for example.

    • @voidremoved
      @voidremoved 4 роки тому +1

      @@TinManOne9 The video guy will be trimming his nails, writing farewell notes to his daughter and crying because his phone didnt fit in the altoid. I will be busting out my hash, pipe and getting high...

    • @AAGWproductions
      @AAGWproductions 3 роки тому

      LOLOL

  • @vortega472
    @vortega472 Рік тому +1

    I am nine years too late - but I love the idea of not only a lens cleaning cloth - but a necessary phone number list - that is brilliant - considering we are all so use ot having that information in our mobile phone, but the concept that if the phone is low on power, you have a time and possible life saver.

  • @-manxman
    @-manxman 8 років тому +222

    In Venezuela the tin would include a Beretta Micro

    • @Memphisfire40
      @Memphisfire40 7 років тому +6

      999manxman Wow! really? I might visit venezuela! xD lol that made my day.

    • @bizzandy
      @bizzandy 6 років тому +6

      Better known as "La Bicha" by the locals

    • @CarlosFlores-xv7sy
      @CarlosFlores-xv7sy 5 років тому +1

      Mini glock

    • @miguelpestana314
      @miguelpestana314 5 років тому

      @S3NTRY you gotta take care of your sweets or ants will get them

    • @striker6240
      @striker6240 5 років тому

      @S3NTRY Freedom, locked and loaded, ready to deploy on the brown people

  • @JoshSchlottman
    @JoshSchlottman 10 років тому +72

    Your prepping/EDC videos are by far my favorite on UA-cam. Super high quality, great content & you have an interesting personality. Keep the vids coming!

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +8

      Thanks a bunch, Josh! I'll keep the videos coming.

    • @MrTigersClaw
      @MrTigersClaw 10 років тому

      TheUrbanPrepper I have to ask but where do you find all of these items?

    • @bobvensko437
      @bobvensko437 10 років тому

      MrTigersClaw
      Amazon.com

    • @MrTigersClaw
      @MrTigersClaw 10 років тому

      ***** I was thinking of that thanks

    • @JoshSchlottman
      @JoshSchlottman 10 років тому +1

      MrTigersClaw If you click the link to download the PDF in the notes section he has links to most of the stuff

  • @edgaravila2776
    @edgaravila2776 8 років тому +343

    I'm going to knit a paracord shirt and wear it everyday

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  8 років тому +35

      +Edgar Avila I'd love to see that, Edgar!

    • @hexadecimil
      @hexadecimil 8 років тому +44

      that shirt would weigh a ton. especially sized for an Internet troll ;)

    • @Christian_Prepper
      @Christian_Prepper 7 років тому +14

      HAHA! But really, lace up your boots with 20 FEET of 550 PARACORD!!!
      I laced up each boot with one end of a 10' length of 550 paracord (1100 was too thick) & with the rest of the paracord I braided it with a series of slipknots & tucked this braided excess under my paracord laces. The very last end of the braided paracord is used to finish lacing/tying up my boot. Now when I need cordage I can momentarily untie my "paracord shoestring" & from only one end, pull out as much as I need, cut it off & still be able to re-tie my shoelaces! So with the exception of my dress shoes & one pair of tennies, I walk around everyday with 20' worth of 550 paracord & unless people take a close look, no one ever really notices.

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 6 років тому +6

      Christian Prepper
      I've a paracord belt.

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 6 років тому +6

      Edgar Avila
      Weave, not knit. Lol.

  • @edctvbytommyviola9119
    @edctvbytommyviola9119 4 роки тому +1

    Those of you not subscribed to this channel are missing out a lot. TUP has the best content on UA-cam. His knowledge and organization is second to none

  • @fromantv5170
    @fromantv5170 2 роки тому +2

    I remember when this video first came hard to believe its been 8 freakin years!!!!

  • @clemkadiddlehopper7705
    @clemkadiddlehopper7705 4 роки тому +7

    I used to have little kits like this. I'm older now and have found that coming up with solutions on the fly saves pocket space and promotes ingenuity. If I had a handy kit for problems I have each different day, the kit would have to be different each day and still be big as a 5 gallon bucket. Just prepare your mind by being smart and you won't have to waste your pocket space.

    • @richardminnick6797
      @richardminnick6797 4 роки тому

      The best EDC kit is between your ears.

    • @ihaveabeaoproblem4694
      @ihaveabeaoproblem4694 2 роки тому +1

      its easier to stay prepared

    • @Northanteus
      @Northanteus 9 місяців тому +2

      It's not wasting space by keeping a small tin of items in pocket. You're only limiting your ability to deal with situations the less gear you have on you. That's up to you, but don't tell others they're wrong for wanting more options to work with. I say each individual chooses what they want, some less, some more. I prefer more options, within the weight and size I can put up with on a daily basis. Some people carry less than you, would you listen to them and leave home with nothing in pockets? 🤔😋

    • @Northanteus
      @Northanteus 9 місяців тому +1

      @@richardminnick6797 And that brains memory has learned enough lessons to rightly tell me that the more items I have in my pocket, the easier it'll be to deal with random situations throughout the day. 😉

  • @Porthosity
    @Porthosity 6 років тому +11

    You know, it blows my mind that all of the stuff that I would normally have floating around in a junk drawer, pockets, etc would be useful to have on an everyday basis. Particularly if it can all fit into an Altoids tin. Love this video!

  • @JohnDoe-ee6qs
    @JohnDoe-ee6qs 5 років тому +36

    I keep mints in mine, you never know when you might have a mint emergency

  • @johnhartley4200
    @johnhartley4200 2 роки тому +2

    8 years later still useful stuff

  • @keitharoo1962
    @keitharoo1962 4 роки тому +7

    That has got to be the most complete, and most practical, Altoid tin kit I have ever seen. Nicely done!

  • @patmaloney5735
    @patmaloney5735 7 років тому +50

    I'm assuming this isn't survival based. It's 'normal day I need a random thing' based...?

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 7 років тому +4

      Pat Maloney
      Let's hope so, because it's useless in any other context.

    • @misterturkturkle
      @misterturkturkle 5 років тому +12

      Thats what EDC means.

    • @jag6262
      @jag6262 4 роки тому +2

      @@misterturkturkle It stands for "Every day carry" right?

    • @misterturkturkle
      @misterturkturkle 4 роки тому +1

      @@jag6262 yup. Since i started seeing these i actually put together an edc kit of my own. Its a backpack so i can carry bigger stuff like rolls of tape a first aid kit in an altoids tin butterfly pliers rain poncho etc.

    • @jag6262
      @jag6262 4 роки тому

      @@misterturkturkle Yeah, a streamlined everyday backpack seems like a great Idea

  • @fromdaddytoanya
    @fromdaddytoanya 6 років тому +7

    When packaging a razorblade, put tape on the blade edge to ensure it stays sharp. Rubbing on the tin will dull the blade.

    • @danielmyers5940
      @danielmyers5940 4 роки тому

      When packing the razor blade, how about just leaving the cardboard protective wrapper on that came with it in the first place?

  • @cobaltmoonrose
    @cobaltmoonrose 7 років тому +26

    I subbed just for the fact that you handle rude commenters with such a calm manner. Well done.

  • @ryanthompson950
    @ryanthompson950 4 роки тому +24

    For all those times when I’m clipping my nails and sewing during work.

    • @ChrisWolf75
      @ChrisWolf75 3 роки тому

      Maybe not but certainly great for when you travel and need to sew something or clip your nails. It's a handy little tin when your on vacation or away from home.

    • @BenRangel
      @BenRangel 3 роки тому

      Nail clippers underrated: happens surprisingly often you get an annoying skin tag or chip a nail it’s just nice to be able to cut it off with clippers - a knife or swiss army knife scissors are not great substitutes.

  • @earcher0
    @earcher0 5 років тому +11

    Add crazy glue. Perfect for fixing something or patching up a deep cut on you.

  • @MrdPicek
    @MrdPicek 10 років тому +15

    for the quality, time and effort you put into your videos....you deserve way more subs!

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +8

      Thank you so much. I'm blessed to have the number of subs I currently have.

  • @lamunecadog
    @lamunecadog 9 років тому +208

    What if someone wants to steal a mint from your desk? Lol.
    Great video.

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  9 років тому +29

      lamunecadog Haha.... They'll be in for a nice surprise. :)

    • @blairbushproject
      @blairbushproject 5 років тому +6

      lamunecadog they will be able to survive forever.

    • @mxplixic
      @mxplixic 5 років тому +12

      He has a small tin labeled "Survival Gear"... Full of Altoids. :)

    • @michaelhall3321
      @michaelhall3321 5 років тому +1

      Awkward moment

    • @jesscc5584
      @jesscc5584 5 років тому +1

      They'll see a cute kid and are inn for a surprise

  • @brianv1372
    @brianv1372 10 років тому +4

    I am SO GLAD that I found your channel. You've definitely earned a new subscriber. All of your ideas are great... but my favorite is having a pic of (in your case- Kid Prepper) loved ones. Thanks & God Bless.

  • @HH-iv6mf
    @HH-iv6mf 5 років тому +4

    This is TRULY THE BEST VIDEO ON PACKING AN ALTOID TIN!!!!

  • @DeputyDiddle
    @DeputyDiddle 8 років тому +196

    I need one dollar (digs through entire tin to get to it)

    • @hondasaki900
      @hondasaki900 6 років тому +16

      Jordan Lovejoy - then takes 15 minutes to repack tin.

    • @vonzaag4555
      @vonzaag4555 5 років тому +14

      I’d rather dig through a tin for one dollar, than not have a dollar

    • @banjobill8420
      @banjobill8420 5 років тому +4

      Assuming you have a wallet, this is for emergency cases, hence why the quarters aren't in a priority position.

    • @AmstradExin
      @AmstradExin 4 роки тому

      in that amount of space, you could get either 4-6€ 1000-1500 Yen just in coins. If you are in an european city and your car rans out of gas, you can actually either put some liters into the tank or if you're hungry, 1500 yen (3 relatively flat coins) in japan get you a very very generous lunch. So this is not as useful in the USA anymore to hide coins. (:

  • @allmagicguy
    @allmagicguy 10 років тому +9

    Thank you for this. I really want to say this is a good video for people. This kit is put together for real use. Mini Survival kits are nearly useless just due to the fact that 99.9% of people will never be in a survival situation. But nearly every one may get a splinter, need to sew on a button, or get caught in a room where the lights can go out during a storm. This is a great kit that should point people in a more realistic direction.
    Never hurts to carry "tools" you might need to use than carry a bunch crap you'll probably never Need, Good thinking mate!

  • @alessandrozuffi5068
    @alessandrozuffi5068 9 років тому +18

    Well, I say that this is a very helpful EDC, compact and complete, don't pay attention to the haters, this things are not only useful, but a training to your mind, to imagine various scenarios, what can you need, how can you use it, and stuff like that, it's not simple as someone can think; good job again.

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  9 років тому +14

      Thanks. Don't worry. I have thick skin and don't take negative comments to heart. It goes with the territory of making UA-cam videos. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

    • @benjamingames6350
      @benjamingames6350 9 років тому

      I have been in the next day I can get a new job

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 6 років тому

      TheUrbanPrepper
      I do it as a joke to try raise a few laughs and hope you don't take offence.
      Some of the others?
      Haters gonna hate. Lol.

  • @rickjack78
    @rickjack78 9 років тому +23

    I'd recommend a cut down China marker. You can use it to write on anything, and in the rain.

    • @antquinonez
      @antquinonez 4 роки тому

      I don't know where any of the stuff on this video can be of any significant use but a China marker is handy. Maybe this stuff should all go into a junk drawer or a small case of stupid stuff you may need.

  • @TheGadler
    @TheGadler 6 років тому +4

    WOW... a nailcutter and a USB cable. Prepared for WWIII. Live today!!

  • @math6844
    @math6844 9 років тому +130

    The TSA must love you.

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  9 років тому +17

      Randy butternubs Haha... Yes they do. :)

    • @cine-air4490
      @cine-air4490 9 років тому +4

      *****

    • @jimdreger4626
      @jimdreger4626 5 років тому +2

      The Amazon.com reviews on this light put me off buying it.

  • @wasalazar
    @wasalazar 8 років тому +9

    And this video is from 2014, today we are even worse here in Caracas Venezuela we need a bug out bag for a daily carry on. Greetings from Venezuela

    • @shatterednova5308
      @shatterednova5308 8 років тому +4

      I hope you and everyone living there makes it through.

    • @eeeeeeee134
      @eeeeeeee134 4 роки тому +1

      How is it now?

    • @wasalazar
      @wasalazar 4 роки тому

      @@eeeeeeee134 10 times worse than the last time (3 years ago).

  • @SirenaSpades
    @SirenaSpades 6 років тому +20

    The confused moment when you are watching this from very rural wooded Maine... :D wondering, where's the survival kit?

  • @moorshound3243
    @moorshound3243 4 роки тому

    I love how different we all are, you can see just by watching a altoids tin video.
    Nice kit.

  • @ZeraFalconer
    @ZeraFalconer 9 років тому +1

    I'm actually working on my urban altoids tin and came to your channel because your tins are always the best. Since I'm still in school, I can't have a lighter, knife, or multitool, but I used your tin as a basic idea for mine. :)

  • @capsfan6862
    @capsfan6862 7 років тому +13

    The mini Leatherman deleted the need for 3 of the things you have in the tin and opened up space for other things. You should look in to maybe putting mini chem lights in your tin as well That flashlight won't last forever. Also in your smaller tin, maybe some water purification tabs for that off chance that you are in an SHTF situation and you need water. I don't know about you, but I ain't drinking the water in DC. I'd drop the quarters though. In an emergency situation you're not gonna need to worry about putting money in a vending machine. In my tin I have fishing hooks and a few small sinkers. I wrapped some small 2lb test line around the outside of the tin and then covered it with electrical tape. Just my $.02.

  • @Kurkio21
    @Kurkio21 8 років тому +151

    when I was in army I kept a pack of smokes in my altoids tin.

    • @andy77246
      @andy77246 7 років тому +18

      Steven Curcio
      That's all you need haha. I'd take a smoke over a nail clipper any day

    • @arefallout
      @arefallout 7 років тому +8

      UA-cam Spam Regulation Officer So keeping you nails clean is not a good option vs Destroying your body? Well alright.

    • @xxthat_one_guyxx3890
      @xxthat_one_guyxx3890 6 років тому +1

      Steven Curcio that's cool

    • @keithcronk7980
      @keithcronk7980 6 років тому +2

      & A BOOT LEG BTL BROTHER

    • @Accordingtoallknownlaws
      @Accordingtoallknownlaws 5 років тому +3

      AreFallout bite your fingernails

  • @johngault3388
    @johngault3388 6 років тому +22

    Seattle Limo & Towncar. Escaping the Apocalypse in style.

  • @albafigueroa707
    @albafigueroa707 4 роки тому +1

    Superb! I was hooked with altoids survival kit. You have scored a perfect 100%

  • @Dragon228833
    @Dragon228833 5 років тому

    I love how this prepper kit is actually useful for everyday life

  • @protonmail5095
    @protonmail5095 8 років тому +228

    this is basically a soccer mom kit

    • @Roberob1189
      @Roberob1189 7 років тому +24

      Proton Mail lol I was thinking the same thing! Haha. Nail clippers, USB, whistle. If shit hit the fan or got to the point where you need a moral support picture of your son those numbers, USB etc wouldn't work. And you would get shot before you pulled out that tiny knife. 4 quarters wouldn't even buy you a skittle. Just keep change in your cup holder, a charger in your car or pocket. Lighter also. Use your teeth instead of the clipper. This is hysterical. I hope you don't need your SHTF tin.

    • @grouch314
      @grouch314 7 років тому +22

      Bobby G. The whole point of this is that it isn't a survival/shtf tin. It's just an everyday tin so you don't have to root through your bag/car for some change or a lighter. It just makes life easier

    • @Aplldh
      @Aplldh 7 років тому +7

      This is an ad kit

    • @xxthat_one_guyxx3890
      @xxthat_one_guyxx3890 6 років тому +2

      Proton Mail lol I thought it was pretty cool

    • @mrdark9916
      @mrdark9916 6 років тому +13

      Rofl bullshit, those quarters are at the bottom of the damn tin. He would have to unpack this gay thing just to get to them lol. Just keep a damn dollar bill on you for fuck sakes

  • @Rangersly
    @Rangersly 9 років тому +6

    Wow! I'm impressed on how many useful items you could cram into such a small container. Good job sir!

  • @spikesbuddy
    @spikesbuddy 5 років тому +25

    Took me a while before I realized that EDC stands for every day carry! Duh

    • @ronmclinden8650
      @ronmclinden8650 5 років тому +2

      Sooner or later somebody is going to translate EDC.
      Thanks !

    • @angelinasingh4566
      @angelinasingh4566 4 роки тому

      Thank u sm I was wondering what the heck it meant

  • @lylibu
    @lylibu 3 роки тому

    I really like how you repeat things at the end of each description.
    . Very helpful!

  • @_ArmyCharg
    @_ArmyCharg 2 роки тому +1

    Dang I know I’m 8 years late to the party, but if you sold pre-made kits like this I’d buy a few in a heartbeat

    • @elijahparker7655
      @elijahparker7655 2 роки тому +1

      Agreed. This is so practical. I would pay up to $20-$25+ tax

  • @elboregojhb
    @elboregojhb 9 років тому +23

    Every culture in the world has some kind of EDC kit so I don't understand the hate. Daily tools that will need or could use to make things easier, what's wrong with that?

    • @josephcontreras8930
      @josephcontreras8930 4 роки тому

      Like a boy Scout always be prepared. Something like this edc tin is great to carry in a back pack when your going to a big city like Seattle or Portland and going on a walking shopping tour by metro bus.

  • @Peoples_Republic_of_Cotati
    @Peoples_Republic_of_Cotati 8 років тому +26

    the back of your photo can also be used to store information.

    • @EsotericOccultist
      @EsotericOccultist 6 років тому +5

      Louis Brown He can also use it to wipe his bung hatch should he need to vacate his bowels along the way.

    • @danielraileanu3876
      @danielraileanu3876 6 років тому

      EsotericOccultist hahahahaha

    • @Soldiershak
      @Soldiershak 5 років тому

      @@EsotericOccultist lmao

  • @luvmykids71
    @luvmykids71 8 років тому +16

    I love the emergency numbers in case your phone's dead. So....how are you going to call those numbers with a dead phone?

    • @Twinspinner
      @Twinspinner 8 років тому +9

      luvmykids71 4 quarters

    • @brentkilgore5478
      @brentkilgore5478 7 років тому +8

      Don't let a "clever" way of thinking limit your thought process. The numbers in case your phone is dead - useless on your dead phone.
      Emergency situation with a dead phone :
      1) Someone comes by with a live phone, and you don't know the phone number of a single person you know. Opps.
      2) Someone comes by with a phone that works, and you are able to meet up with whoever due to this miracle you were prepared for because your though process is not limited by....YOU.
      b

    • @tonylester3868
      @tonylester3868 7 років тому +2

      SMOKE SIGNALS !!!!

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 7 років тому +3

      Brent Kilgore
      Society falling apart in the scenario and folk imagine any phones will work?
      That optimism at it's best. Lol.

    • @geezusLive-OF
      @geezusLive-OF 6 років тому +5

      Billy Andrew you do realize a person might need phone numbers without society falling apart, right?

  • @jebstewart666
    @jebstewart666 4 роки тому +2

    Interesting vid. I have kept Altoids in all my vehicles as a breath mint, of course, but when they are empty I have turned them into two burner candles. Good for backpacking. Waterproof matches taped inside on the lid. Also good for power outages. You have given me some new ideas for their use...like how many candles do I really need? (although I have started giving them away as gifts in the last few years) thanks!

  • @cf8959
    @cf8959 5 років тому +1

    I love this! My brother showed me what he puts in his Altoid tin. He also has a mini mag fire starter that he has on his keychain.

  • @MajikCatSecurity
    @MajikCatSecurity 9 років тому +17

    HAHAHA Bravo Cliff, I think you have handled the snide remarks like a scholar and a gentleman.

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  9 років тому +15

      I’m glad you enjoyed my responses. I don’t mind negative feedback. I try to answer everyone with respect, even though often times it is not reciprocated. I’m not sure why some viewers seem to be so taken aback by these Altoid Kit videos, or really any videos. We all have our hobby’s: video games, gardening, coding, fishing, etc. I just choose to focus on prepping and sharing a lot of my projects here on UA-cam. That seems to make certain people appalled for some odd reason. I’m glad that you and many others enjoy my videos. I’ll keep cranking them out and will continue to respond to the snide remarks as a gentleman. Thanks RJ!

    • @MajikCatSecurity
      @MajikCatSecurity 9 років тому +3

      Hey Cliff,
      Listen I just had something come up here at home with my mother and it made me think it would probably be a good idea for you to share this with your followers. You see my mother is prescribed several medications for a condition she has that mimics Diabetic Neuropathy. This means a couple of the meds she is prescribed are heavily regulated narcotics. Thing is, my mother like so many others carries so back up meds with her at all times in her purse in a little zip lock baggy. All the time not realizing if she were to be caught with these without her prescription she would go to jail. I don't think a lot of people realize that, and I know many people carry back up medication with them in various forms. Perhaps it would be a good idea to share this with your followers to inform them as well. Having been a state constable here years a ago I knew this and thought it was common knowledge, but it appears not. Have a good one! =)

  • @Doncarpenterradio
    @Doncarpenterradio 10 років тому +12

    This is pretty awesome, but I have a two word suggestion. Word economy. This could have been a 5 minute video. You'd get a lot more response if it were shorter.

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 6 років тому

      DonCarpenterRadio
      Word economy, remember? Lol.

  • @SupaFlyFatGuy859
    @SupaFlyFatGuy859 10 років тому +10

    Great set up man! AWESOME video as well!

    • @ARTISREALEASY
      @ARTISREALEASY 10 років тому

      i know its AWSOMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @LarkinJackson
    @LarkinJackson 2 роки тому

    This was the video that got me started on my prepped journey

  • @tetsubo57
    @tetsubo57 9 років тому +3

    My wife just got me a Victorinox SwissCard for my birthday. I think it would be perfect for a survival tin. I also think a Newman's Own mint tin makes a better container as the lid is flat and the tin itself is slightly larger.

    • @AntonAdelson
      @AntonAdelson 9 років тому +1

      +tetsubo57 Yeah, I have the lite one. And it fixes the need for tweezers, pen, and a flashlight found in this video. Although I'm guessing it is better be kept in the wallet rather than a tin like this.

    • @tetsubo57
      @tetsubo57 9 років тому +1

      +Anton Adelson The problem with that is the plastic can suffer stress over time. My old one broke. I made a guard for my new one to prevent that from happening again. In a tin it would be safer.

    • @AntonAdelson
      @AntonAdelson 9 років тому

      tetsubo57 May I ask you where you keep your wallet? The reason for this is because I keep my wallet in a bag and I imagine it'd go through a lot more stress if it was kept in my pant pocket. Especially the back one.

    • @AntonAdelson
      @AntonAdelson 9 років тому +1

      +tetsubo57 I'm guessing a cargo pocket is different from what I've just said.

  • @billsabado9393
    @billsabado9393 5 років тому +6

    When I was younger I used the cans to carry my weed, papers, and lighter

    • @internziko
      @internziko 5 років тому +1

      Now that's what i call a survival tin

    • @billsabado9393
      @billsabado9393 5 років тому +1

      @@internziko surviving 7th grade

  • @jio-lito
    @jio-lito 10 років тому +6

    This was great!! I just thought of the Altoids case I have had in my car for a while and was about to throw away cause they had expired... I will throw away the altoids, but after watching this, definitely not the case!

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +2

      Ulises Corado Awesome! Please keep me posted on your upcoming Altoids Tin project. :)

    • @josephcontreras8930
      @josephcontreras8930 4 роки тому

      I reuse recycle all types and sizes of pocket sizes of tins and fill them with useful things according to use and need in my work locker car glove box my nylon lunch bag and carry gum-mints in a small altoids tin. The possibilities are endless.

  • @wyntermackenzie4952
    @wyntermackenzie4952 5 років тому

    Thanks from a theatre geek, for including gaff tape rather than duck, duct, or gorilla. I will add that it can be torn along either axis, twisted to make a cord, will work as a splint, is waterproof and is not shiny [reflective]. It really does hold the world together,

  • @scott27288
    @scott27288 6 років тому +2

    Great video. There's no way in this world I could pack a tin that tight and get everything to fit. Kudos to you for a job well done.

  • @carlos722
    @carlos722 10 років тому +6

    I thought there would be an even smaller tin inside the little one. Tins all the way down.

  • @yamonte
    @yamonte 4 роки тому +3

    I would say carry around $2 in quarters because everything in those machine high now

  • @nopegrigsby1140
    @nopegrigsby1140 8 років тому +13

    the only thing wrong with this is if you need something in it you have to dig for it then you have to arrange it all back

    • @jasontheron7655
      @jasontheron7655 5 років тому

      Small price to pay when you really need a Snickers! lol. No, but seriously, putting it all back is no problem if you're trapped in a collapsed parking garage and really need a tiny light because your cell phone was smashed. Just saying.

  • @hinmonster89
    @hinmonster89 4 роки тому

    Great kit!! I suggest adding a small spool of kevlar thread, a handcuff key and some snare/garotte wire. Could also add a couple water tabs and a couple Tylenol if you have room.

  • @maryfrady7149
    @maryfrady7149 5 років тому

    I like using altoid and other tins. I think I'll put a magnet on the back of one to keep on the fridge. Easy to grab on the way out the door. You can customize these tins as well. Good Christmas stocking stuffer!

  • @griffonsa
    @griffonsa 4 роки тому +3

    MacGyver, you could have made 7 more seasons if you had one of these!

  • @dustinmcclure3487
    @dustinmcclure3487 8 років тому +61

    i'm angry. angry about elves

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 6 років тому +4

      Dustin Mcclure
      Yeah, you'd think they were the good guys, the way folk gush on about them!

    • @buy.almond3358
      @buy.almond3358 6 років тому +8

      I don't even know what this comment is about but I like it

    • @joemurray1459
      @joemurray1459 6 років тому +6

      That’s the first step, admitting it. Now go seek counseling.

    • @JLajos
      @JLajos 4 роки тому

      I'm angry about elvis.

  • @wackaer25
    @wackaer25 8 років тому +400

    'im in the weird part of youtube again

    • @RyderDarkheart
      @RyderDarkheart 8 років тому +76

      if you think this is the weird part of youtube then i suggest you not go any further...

    • @LegeFles
      @LegeFles 8 років тому +50

      You most not know of true youtube weirdness.

    • @porbagkilla
      @porbagkilla 8 років тому +5

      +Don't be stupid most

    • @deconect5255
      @deconect5255 7 років тому +16

      wackaer25 It's only weird if you are not into survival stuff or stuff like that.

    • @wunhunglo2880
      @wunhunglo2880 7 років тому +16

      wackaer25 you got lost searching for the "gay section" of yt

  • @JulieHiltbrunner
    @JulieHiltbrunner 7 років тому

    Apple Stump Bushcraft Stuff and Things sent me an Altoids can with two screws in it and a bunch of other stuff. The kit saved my butt when my glass display case lost it's hinges on the way to a jewelry and pottery show. If I didn't have hinges my valuables would have been within easy reach of the general public! Screws are great because for many uses they are less likely to slide out. One just wouldn't have been enough!

  • @garygoldstein327
    @garygoldstein327 3 роки тому

    Enjoyed your Altoids EDC tin. One suggestion a small neodium magnet, you can magnetize your micra screw driver to hold tiny screws from vanishing on the floor . simply brush the magnet across the length of the driver will magnetise it.

  • @tannercall1021
    @tannercall1021 10 років тому +4

    Don't you get sick taking all those items out for just a toothpick, or a USB cable or anything in that tin for the matter? If I had that I would just wait till I got home for a nail clippers instead of wasting time taking everything out, getting what you need, then having to put everything back in. I just don't see it as a practical use, it will just waste your time. How do you deal with that?

    • @annunakim525
      @annunakim525 5 років тому

      I have some only for emergency so i won't open them.
      For EDC i dont fill them up too packed.
      It will keep some things uncrushed and you know where it is always...
      Need a light? In the box in my pocket. I always know where it is and if i have it with me.
      Some things like fire, light, rope. I work alot with rope and boxes so a small knife is fine to put in because i use it often...

  • @billyandrew
    @billyandrew 6 років тому +27

    EDC/survival tins?
    Not my problem, as I left it to the missus.
    She's a Swiss army wife! Lmao.

    • @Courageous50
      @Courageous50 5 років тому +1

      Billy Andrew 🤣🤣🤣

    • @billyandrew
      @billyandrew 5 років тому +1

      @@Courageous50
      Stolen, of course, from someone funnier than me! ;)

  • @heoung8611
    @heoung8611 6 років тому +6

    do you really need quarters? In a emergency situation, do you think you care about putting them in parking meters?

    • @blairbushproject
      @blairbushproject 5 років тому

      Ryan U you might need to fill a tire with air. Quarters make pretty good screwdrivers. Flipping a coin helps break indecision. You can drop one for depth perception. Some people carve them into art for trade. It can be used as bait in an idiot trap. Poke a hole in it and it’s a weight. ESP for fishing line.

    • @blairbushproject
      @blairbushproject 5 років тому

      Danny C hahah see what I mean? It’s a great idiot trap. And you totally revealed your approximate age group. But that just shows some want to be caught.

    • @57HarleyDavidson
      @57HarleyDavidson 4 роки тому

      @Danny C Pay Phone are still around and still in operation

    • @57HarleyDavidson
      @57HarleyDavidson 4 роки тому

      @@blairbushproject What do you mean by idiot trap?

    • @blairbushproject
      @blairbushproject 4 роки тому

      57HarleyDavidson you put a quarter somewhere where it can be seen or where you are watching an area. If it disappears it demonstrates someone was there. It can make someone stop to pick it up. So you can set a trap. Like leaving a dollar on your desk. It’s temptation that is set for the trap. It makes them stop look and you gain seconds.

  • @johnluker4673
    @johnluker4673 5 років тому

    If you decide to carry a nail in your kit, you may consider heating the tip red-hot and quenching it. This creates a very hard point that can be sharpened well and has a variety of uses.

  • @magdalenebecerra8475
    @magdalenebecerra8475 6 років тому

    Great altoids fill. Just needs a kitchen sink!!😊 a new admirer!😊

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  6 років тому

      The kitchen sink will be available in the next version.

  • @FedericoPelayo
    @FedericoPelayo 9 років тому +5

    I lived in Caracas Venezuela OH MY GOD! I moved about a week ago!

  • @MeZillch
    @MeZillch 7 років тому +3

    Good stuff. I like how your EDC survival tin has it's own internal survival tin. Ha ha.

  • @cynicalgenius3977
    @cynicalgenius3977 10 років тому +6

    Just in case I don't have the will to survive, I would include a 50ml bottle of booze and a cigarette.

  • @jamesmorris911
    @jamesmorris911 5 років тому

    Mind blown when you pulled out the mini compartment!

  • @joshsk8erx1
    @joshsk8erx1 4 роки тому

    I would recommend a benydril. Helps with anyphylactic shock if you have a severe allergy to something. Also super glue is good for holding small cuts together, so you don't have to suture you're self. Other than that it looks like a good everyday carry tin.

  • @warrenstringer8760
    @warrenstringer8760 6 років тому +3

    The Leatherman tool has a nail file, scissors and tweezers. Why would you include separate tweezers and nail clippers in the tin? Obviously the key to survival is being well manicured..

  • @generaldeathmaster9295
    @generaldeathmaster9295 5 років тому +11

    Me: *replaces everything with a life card 22lr handgun*

  • @ne0komodo
    @ne0komodo 8 років тому +6

    I have been living this long, I have never encountered anything of which I need any of those. Moreover, neither of my family and friends have this.
    Is this EDC stuff really that important?

    • @ne0komodo
      @ne0komodo 7 років тому

      ***** Nice to know XD.

    • @Archergod
      @Archergod 7 років тому +1

      I realised EDC is an American thing, maybe because only Americans believed in end of the world and zombie attacks.

    • @thelaststorm5215
      @thelaststorm5215 7 років тому +5

      Chris Gilliam "like a real man" I am female and I use my knives everyday too.

    • @joeyweirdo4023
      @joeyweirdo4023 7 років тому +2

      TheLastStorm5 triggered

    • @thelaststorm5215
      @thelaststorm5215 7 років тому +2

      Joey The King. Triggered is a very overused term. It refers to actual issues. I won't go on my entire rant here, please don't use that term loosely. Thank you for your time.

  • @danni8191
    @danni8191 7 років тому

    you can glue a sandpaper to the top of the mini altoids. helps strike matches AND the sandpaper is useful.

  • @gammajones2619
    @gammajones2619 4 роки тому

    I got the same exact tin set up with two small differences . instead of aspirin I went with quick breakthrough pain relief 6 4mg hydromorphone tablets [dillauded] which actually are taking up less space at 6 vs 1 full sized aspirin .the other Dif is for long acting pain relief -2 80 mg oxycontins that are a bit larger but each give 24 hours of pain blocking from serious trauma .

    • @hahamorehaha6869
      @hahamorehaha6869 4 роки тому

      Do not get caught with those without a prescription. They neec to be kept in the bottles.

  • @502deth
    @502deth 9 років тому +7

    imagine my surprise when i watched this and learned that 4 quarters is not money.

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  9 років тому +2

      deth502 LOL!

    • @8888jaws
      @8888jaws 9 років тому +1

      +deth502 i was heading down to say something similar but you saved me the energy.

  • @TheRussellSwag
    @TheRussellSwag 10 років тому +9

    but white lighters are bad luck...

  • @curtisjones607
    @curtisjones607 10 років тому +5

    insted of having the cloth u should put char cloth its very flamible and u use it to start a fire

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +5

      curtis jones Thanks for the tip, Curtis. If this were more of a Survival Tin I think that would be great. Since it's for EDC, I find that I need to clean my glasses far more often than I need to start a fire.

  • @mnastreeservice
    @mnastreeservice 7 років тому

    Hi nice job on the video. I have a suggestion for your bic lighter. I have found that when you store the bic lighter with other thing's it tends to leak. my simple fix for this is to put a steel core garbage tie under the push tab and tie it around the back of the bic. the fix works great for this problem.

  • @katmodine5859
    @katmodine5859 5 років тому

    Thank you for all your awesome kit videos! I have learned a ton, and gotten several ideas for my husband’s and my own kits. We are just starting and love watching your videos. Keep up the awesome detailed work! Also, can’t wait until you start selling your tins!

  • @sdrw7389
    @sdrw7389 8 років тому +27

    Meth heads would love this.

  • @erikapilon5120
    @erikapilon5120 10 років тому +58

    Uuuggghh! You try so hard to hare your thoughts and expressions with us and still, there is still some people who try to knock you down! who knows! Maybe they would be helped by a prepper and then discriminate them! some people

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +7

      Erika Pilon I figure it goes with the territory of posting videos. You have to have thick skin to be a UA-camr. :)

    • @erikapilon5120
      @erikapilon5120 10 років тому +3

      TheUrbanPrepper Aahhh! you replied!! one of the happiest moments of my life!! anyway thank you for the reply. but in regards of what you said, yes it does take extremely thick skin!! oh P.S. you should have some more videos featuring kid prepper since its een awhile :-)

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  10 років тому +6

      Erika Pilon Wow! I'm glad you enjoyed receiving my response to your comment. You're right. Kid Prepper is about due for another cameo appearance. I am thinking about doing another emergency food ration bar challenge soon (dreading it, actually). He always likes joining me for those videos. Stay tuned! Thanks for supporting my channel, Erika. :)

    • @erikapilon5120
      @erikapilon5120 10 років тому +3

      TheUrbanPrepper Exciting! And no problem! I've been a big fan for a while :)

    • @psychkoala
      @psychkoala 9 років тому +4

      Erika Pilon
      You're a sweet girl. And yes, UrbanPrepper is a very gracious, patient man. Cheers.

  • @blake2802
    @blake2802 8 років тому +60

    Tinception...

  • @kaptainwarp
    @kaptainwarp 5 років тому

    Wire-core tie wraps, the kind that they use to tie cords in packaged electronics would be a good addition. They can be bent and compacted to fit in whatever space is left, and help cut down the rattling.

  • @dKoushlyab
    @dKoushlyab 6 років тому

    Great Video and Great EDC!! Thank you for including th PDF and clearly stating the tools included in your Altoid Tin!

  • @xyz-g3w6b
    @xyz-g3w6b 8 років тому +6

    Dude, you put Boy Scouts to shame....

    • @TheUrbanPrepper
      @TheUrbanPrepper  8 років тому +8

      Haha. My son just joined Cub Scouts. I'm going to be helping out our den.

    • @xyz-g3w6b
      @xyz-g3w6b 8 років тому

      : thumbs up :