Yes, I agree, I should know them in my head, but unfortunately I’m not perfect and I still use a calculator and sticky notes from time to time. The issue is when people get stressed in an evacuation situation they sometimes tend to forget simple things like leaving a note behind, turning off the gas or grabbing their medication. This is why pilots with 30 years of experience still use check lists. If someone is hungry, stressed and exhausted, the problem is compounded even more. Enjoy the fall:)
Hi mark cogdell, thanks for sharing the tip about the Zebra Pen refill option with me and the viewers. This is what RU-vid is all about, sharing ideas. Much appreciated.
I feel sorry for these guys that make these videos. They go such lengths to be organized and ready, then they do these videos and have to take everything out and make a big mess. But I appreciate what they teach me about being prepared for any situation.
Actually, I have done a lot of precision work. Theres not even a pair of cutters, needle nose or strippers in your kit. You clearly enjoy collecting widgits.
mark rogge Hi folks, as indicated in my write-up this kit is not for everyone. What tools one person finds practical another finds unimportant. This is true with a lot of gear and equipment. Bottom line, this kit will not address every minor repair. Not even close. It is simply how I chose to outfit one of my mini kits. Kindly build your own kit your way and show it to us so we can get some tips from those who practice precision tool work. Please contribute and share your kits, all the best
Good job on the kit. It is obviously an EDC tool kit, not a survival kit. I agree with a previous post that you can eliminate about 30% of your tools with a Leatherman wave multi-tool and bit-kit. A leatherman has a lifetime warranty as well.
Just like to start off by saying I LOVE your videos, I've given ALL of them a look and they have helped with my b.o.b. and e.d.c. as well. One thing that I've noticed in most every e.d.c. video on youtube is everyone carries the "write in the rain" notebook, but nobody addresses the fact that it can be your lifeline. I for one use a few pages in the back to write very important info for myself in case of emergencies, writing things like your medical info blood type, allergies, etc. could save your life if hurt and unable to communicate, contact info for first responders (basic of course) is vital. also I have in mine local plants and edibles with drawings of them, locations in my area i know of, trap designs, bugout plans and maps,paracord braid designs, known animal locations and the propper way to skin and process the meat of said animal, complete breakdowns of my firearms and locations of parts, etc. anything that can help you in a crisis when under stress works and is an invaluable tool to have stored, only takes up a few pages in the back and takes no more room for possible life saving information. Hope this advice helps you guys and once again thanks for the awesome videos!
A tool you really should add is a Knipex. It will be the most versatile tool in your kit. They're made in Germany and are rather expensive but once you own one you're hooked. I suggest the Knipex 7-Inch Pliers Wrench its a awesome tool.
Hi Hugh Chapman, It’s there, simply click on show more at the bottom of the comments section to see my write up in the exploded view. It’s a very long and detailed list of all the items. Thanks and enjoy.
Unfortunately for me, I’m a heavy writer and still take notes by hand and do diagrams and field sketches. I keep two pens and one marker in the kit, but they are not necessary, unless of course I need one. Thanks.
The grappling hook shown in the video is the Micro Grappling Hook by Maratac. Caution: this thing is not designed for any type of climbing. It is only designed to retrieve small items or to start a rope lead or hang food from a tree. Also, please use caution around any electrical wires. This thing has a tendency to grab onto almost anything. This can be both good and bad. I have used it to retrieve decoys, ducks and geese, as well as to lower items from my tree stand. Happy Trails!
You've built a great kit and I got a number of great ideas from your video. I'd like to suggest a Leatherman Wave, Charge (AL, ALX or TTi) to replace the following to save you weight. Scissors, eyeglass screwdriver, driver bits, saw, file and more. I carry a Leatherman Charge TTi and a Led Lenser M3R flashlight (220 lumen rechargeable AAA or Alkaline AAA ) to reduce weight and expand my sight field. Absolutely superior to the Streamlight flashlight.
It's a nice edc but, in my opinion it's unimportant to have that many pens in your edc, i only have one pen in my edc, but it's cool, what ever float's your boat
Malcolm Schomas Yes, this has been pointed out before, but it will only fit into the one of the main compartments. Maxpedition recommends that the Fatty be attached to the outside of the pack with PALS webbing but this is not a viable option for me. Too sloppy for me. I like it best as a stand-alone kit for the boat or truck. Thanks
i've watched this video a dozen times, great kit. where did you get the stainless steel vial from? i keep looking for small containers like that, but never find them.
+scrimpyanimal Hi, here’s a link to that item. It’s called the Stainless Steel Screw Top Vial for $5.95 at Survival Resources. They have other containers as well for kit building. Respectfully www.survivalresources.com/Products/Misc_Containers.html
@@TheAmericanOutfitter I would rather click affiliate links I the description to buy stuff; it's only fair since we get to learn about the items from you. Please consider it. Thank you for this video.
buddy you have taken EDC to the nith degree its a great effort but my advice to you is what ever survival situation you are in hide under a tarp when ever you pull something out cause the way the world is today some punk will knock you out and swipe that $600 bag.
DeTrop EHMB Well, my EDC tool kit is not a survival kit. It was never intended or designed to be one and it is not something I take backpacking with me, nor would I ever be caught underneath a tarp with it. My survival system is entirely different and much more comprehensive and will address criminal activity quite effectively. Thank you for your concern.
Right now the EDC Beefy Pocket Organizer is $32.99 (and if you buy 2 you get a BOGO deal!) ! What I simply cannot fathom is how everybody on YT seems to have a perpetual erection (lasting more than four hours apparently!) over Malcolm's (Hidden Woodsmen) Survival kit pouch at TWICE THE PRICE! THe only difference I see is Malcolm's use of orange fabric to line the inside with. THAT'S IT though! What am I missing here?
Just put up a quick video on my channel for a how to on the Zebra F-701 to space pen conversion. Turns out that it's actually about $13.50 to make the thing. Way cheaper than any of the metal space pens.
Great kit, but do all the MICRO tools come in handy often? Just curious as compared to a few normal sized tools? Just me personally I rarely would ever need micro tools on a weekly basis. Nice video!
I don't see your list of the items in your kit. I thought that you said you were going to post that in the description. Maybe that was a different video. Thanks
Hi. This is a great video. I was wondering if you made a video for what is in your Fatty Maxpedtion bag. You said that you converted it to a range bag and I was interested in doing something similar. Thanks!
Hi Joe Smith, you are correct. I did convert my Maxpedition Fatty into a range bag. It is a basic set up consisting of the usual suspects. It contains an HK tool, Swiss Army knife, Pocket Gunsmith tool, one miniature allen wrench for adjusting laser sights, chamber safety flag, Choke wrench, Cabela’s boresighter, duct tape, telescoping magnet, Q-tips, Swarovski lens cleaners, hex wrench, small hank of 550 cord, extra staples for my staple gun, oil pen, Microstream flashlight, Nikon Lens Pen, red and black Sharpie marker for scoring targets, ear plugs, batteries (AAA and CR123), Loctite, 6 inch plastic ruler, whistle, small magnifier, Micro SD cards, small hemostats for changing SD cards in my Bino’s, patches and part of an Otis cleaning kit. I’m sure I have a few other knickknacks, but that’s the bulk of it. Enjoy.
Hi Phill Swanson, This would make sense and explain why the Beefy Pocket Organizer does not fit in clothing pockets. Perhaps a play on words by the Maxpedition people. Thanks.
Hello IIIottoIII, I am very familiar with Knipex. They are premium cutters. I have a pair of Knipex bolt cutters as part of my 72-hour tool kit. They will go through 8 gauge commercial grade fence, the top guard and concertina wire too. The con is they are heavy and like you said, expensive. Nothing in their line is cheap, but like with most things, you get what you pay for. I will do a review of my 72-hour tool kit one day. Thanks.
Good Day David Smith, The pivoting t-handled driver is simply called the T-driver. It costs $14.95. The other one that looks like a blue clip-on pen is called the Miniature Screwdriver Set. This one comes with 5 different screwdrivers and cost $16.95. The larger blue tool is actually a file set. It’s called the Large Needle File Set and comes with 6 files and costs $14.95. All can be obtained at Survival Resources. Please see my detailed write up in the comments section. Enjoy.
I am surprised that you don't have a tactical ink pen in that kit to break glass, and for self defense. That is one item everyone needs in case of emergency when going to or leaving home on short trips.
Hi djrn2005, the fixed blades that I showed in the video were the Bark River Pocket Bravo for about $123 and Bark River Personal Survival Knife (PSK) for about $130. Both are tough little fixed blades for someone looking for a compact knife. Another good option is the Bark River Emergency Preparedness Knife (EPK) for about $83. The EPK is the smallest of the three. All can be obtained online by searching the web for Bark River distributors. Enjoy.
Hi Dreamhawke, they can be a bit difficult to acquire. I’ve only seen them on Survival Resources for $16.95. You can find a cheaper substitute at ACE or True Value hardware stores. These are plastic oil pens (Super Tube) and not as nice as the stainless steel Micro Drop Pinpoint Oiler, but will basically do the same thing. I prefer the micro oil pen over Rem Wipes, because I can place a precise drop of oil exactly where I want it. Moreover, it is refillable and will probably last a lifetime.
if you haven't replaced the ratchet yet. look at the Chapman mfg midget ratchet. I've heard good things about them. They're inexpensive(somewhere between $5 and $10) and made in the US
Hello CHeartlyR, I replaced the sockets but not the ratchet itself. It looks like Jay Leno is a big fan of the Chapman line of tools. Much appreciated.
Very disappointed with customer service and warranty. Did you know that the "Lifetime Limited Warranty" has nothing to do with you? It actually has to do with the "Lifetime" of the materials they use and what Maxpedition perceives that to be. I quote "Lifetime is defined as the expected life of the product, not the user's lifetime." I learned the hard way when I called for a repair and was turned down
Sorry to hear about your bad experience. Too many companies try to hide behind the fine print. I try to find those companies that really stand out like ESEE, Eberlestock, Bark River, Hilleberg, Swarovski, Eagle Creek, Sako, LL Bean, Cabela’s, etc… I have very little tolerance for companies that don’t stand behind their product when something goes wrong. Thanks for the report
that's a grate portable tool kit.........i wouldn't call it an EDC i would class this as a tool kit for the car or for when you have to go somewhere to fix something and you don't need or want to carry a tool box.
It would have been nice if you would have helped out by posting sources or links to where you found and got these items. Maybe an edit would be a good idea?
Hi, the following stores were used to build this kit: Auto Zone, Cabela's, County Comm, CVS Pharmacy, DD Hammocks, EMS, Going Gear, Mil-Spec Monkey, REI, Sears Hardware, Staples Office Supplies, Survival Resources, Supply Captain, True-Value, ACE, The Pathfinder School, and True Utility
Thanks a lot for sharing the contents and suppliers. I see you like pen shape type products. I've been searching products that are credit card and paper thickness like. I will post a video asa I have a good number of stuff to fill up my EDC. Great Video bro.
Outstanding ! Excellent video and kudos for the itemized information. My take is that you need to carry whatever will allow you to get multiple UNEXPECTED repairs done. Given the number of items I would image that additions are all replacements. Even so, I would consider some electrical tape, graphite lubricant, small sized multimeter or circuit test pen, wire, military grade parachute rubber bands, wire tooth brush, plastic bags and several types of resin based glues with a drying clap.
Hi Haloshammerofdawn, it’s called the Maratac Micro Grappling Hook for $26.95 obtained from County Comm, and the Micro Drop Pinpoint Oiler pen for $16.95 obtained from Survival Resources. See my detailed write-up in the description section. I listed all the gadgets, tools and accessories in my narrative. Simply click on show more. Thanks.
Hi lillriko, Survival Resources carries the T-handle screwdriver as well as the stainless steel Sharpie. Some office supply stores like Staples also carry the stainless steel Sharpie.
Hate to keep arguing with you, but Pocket Screwdrivers only sells those two drivers in 100pc or greater quantity as advertising. Only a very small subset of their products are available as single piece sales.
I’ve seen them at a few online stores. Survival Resources carries them. If you know how to tie a Clinch knot, Palomar knot and a Uni-Knot, you should be good for fishing. They are super easy. I don’t use the fishing cards but I do reference the Pro-Knots cards from time to time. They are also good for drawing a straight line and taking small measurements. Enjoy.
Just a little tip on that zebra F701, you can use a space pen refill in it and you have a nice space pen for about $16. Only mod to the pen is taking out the plastic sleeve in the tip of the pen.
Hi Roy Le Doux, I believe the lanyard tool you are referring to is the Maratac Micro Grappling Hook. I purchased it online from County Comm. Please see my write up in the description section. Click show more for details. Good day.
+TheAmericanOutfitter I would like to say awesome kit as well!! I would like to steal some of your ideas if you dont mind. I am finding County Comm is an easy place to spend money on cool stuff! Thanks for making the vids!
I love your kit! Great video, has given me lots of ideas for myself, and to start a kit for my dad. I love the little fixed blades with sheaths you showed! Could you provide more info on what they were and where to get them? All I could make out were Pocket Bravo and PSK. Thanks, keep up the great vids!
So for a large portion of this stuff, why dont you find a nice multitool? Obviously that wont cover everything, but Id be willing to say 50%-70% of what you have could be covered. and lighten the load considerably.
Yes, I agree, a multi-tool would certainly lighten the load if weight reduction is the primary concern. When I’m in the woods I carry a Leatherman Charge TTI and it works okay for most things, but I would never give up my tool kit to rely solely on the capabilities of a multi-tool. The issue with multi-tools is that they are jack of all trades but masters of none and too often the implement I need is the one I don’t have. This custom kit will do mostly everything I need it to do (sew, patch, tape, glue, clip, tie, fasten, mend, nail, screw, chisel, ignite, heat shrink, melt, write, lubricate, magnify, illuminate, sharpen, electrical repairs, open/store e-files, navigation, attenuation, clean, fish, etc…) and that’s why I build it:)
TheAmericanOutfitter the more ya know, the less ya need, focus you're time on knowledge , and you wont need that monstrosity of a tool kit, and you will be able to do all the exact same things without that silly kit
jerksauce81 thats the silliest, most unecessary tool kit ive ever seen, if you rolled up to an actual base camp with all that, you would get laughed at.....just keep practicing, someday you will get it
***** ...welp i guess it all depends on where you're going, if you're going to keep this in a vehicle then its amazing!, but to lug all this onto a hike, or even a camping trip is ridiculous, the only redundant pieces of gear (imho) are the ones that will save your life.....anything else is overkill and will never be used......when i first started like you i carried alot of useless gear that just weighed me down, and never got used...dont get me wrong i would LOVE to have all that stuff in that sack, but just wouldnt carry 1/4 of it on me....i apologize for coming of as a jerk, each has their own preference i guess! happy new year!
Kyle Leggott Acetone or nail polish remover but it may also remove some of the black finish from the blade. You may want to test a tiny little corner with a Q-tip first. Good luck
Great video my friend. Really good stuff. Does your channel have more videos on the contents? I wanna know more of what you think about the tools you chose.
Hi, I have a detailed write up of the items listed within the description section. Like most people, I also have full size tools for tackling large repairs, but for small items, gear and equipment this kit can be very handy. If I had to do it over again, I would include more tools for working on firearms, watches, replacing watch batteries or bands, repairing eyeglasses, smartphones and other electronics. I’m also thinking of adding a small soldering tool to the kit to make it more complete. Perhaps a MagTorch Micro Flame Pro, Dremel Versatip or Bernzomatic Micro Torch. Respectfully
Hi johnenapier, if you are referring to the small stainless steel vial, it can be obtained from Survival Resources. I use it to store assorted sewing needles. It is called the Stainless Screw Top Vial and cost about $5.50. It measures 3 ¼ inches in length and the diameter is about 3/8 of an inch. See my write-up in the description section. Thanks.
Can anyone tell me if Cattlemans Cutlery has folding knives that are any good? I've ordered one and now I'm a little nervous because I haven't found any reviews or unboxings whatsoever ;-;
+TheAmericanOutfitter Ah thank you for that, I'm just new to the technical side of knives and I wanted to get myself a good pocket knife to start with :) great video btw!
