Army Survival Cravat - 20 Real Survival Uses!

Learn these Survival/SERE techniques and uses for the best tool: The Army Cravat!
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[@corleyoutdoors2887]

I think I could survive the apocalypse with you and Corporal Kelly.

[@robertgregory5260]

Besides the ones in my first aid kit; I put an extra bandage in the bottom of each ammo pouch. I had extra bandages and it raised the magazines for easier handling.

[@StabbinJoeScarborough]

A crevat is a MUST HAVE before leaving for the field

[@tenchraven]

Been cutting my own for years- broadcloth or muslin bought off the bolt, or even cheap bed sheets. My medical instructor, oh so many years ago, had a serious love for cravats, we trained to use them as surface dressing, wound packing (if you have enough hole that I need to use ALL of a cravate, you're doomed), TQ, splinting, slings, putting tension on an expedient REEL splint (compounded femur), pressure for internal abdominal injuries, ribs, attaching pax to backboards and litters.... If I don't need to poke a hole in you, I had to memorize how to do it with a cravat. :P I've got them in multiple greens, browns, tans and greys, along with white, black, various colors- sometimes camouflage means blending in with a crowd, not a bush. As a result, I won't lie, I like squares better, particularly bigger ones- a yard and a quarter of 45" wide cotton at any fabric store (yard and a half if it is 54" wide), and you don't even have to know how to sew. Wash it, let it dry, good to go. Basically a shemagh without the culture. You can turn one into two triangular cravats permanently in ten seconds, temporarily in a second, but once you add how to tie a furoshiki (Japanese carry cloth) to your skills it gets even more flexible. Carry at least one with me every day in my pack, and a couple of vacuum sealed ones in different colors in the car. Amazing how much you can hide behind a yard and a quarter of enviromentally appropriate colored cloth, or how much attention you can get with the same thing in bright pink. And cheap enough it's basically disposable.

[@OKBushcraft]

You sir need to make a video of everything you just said. Excellent info. Thanks.

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

I keep one of these in my first aid kit, but didn’t know about all of its uses. Every day is a school day.🤙 Have a great week.

[@nookied3735]

High speed, low drag. Thanks for the tips!

[@ross.58008]

You know what mate? This simple shit, is stuff that us simple people never really think about. A great explanation of uses. An underrated item could help in innumerable ways. Respect. Keep up the good work. Just watched your hunter winter survival vid yesterday. Good. Unfortunately I live in Spain now and the temperature here at the moment is shit hot. Keep safe dude.

[@TheDsgrant79]

Team #NoBeard. The crevat is sorta like a larger version of what my southern granny called a 'head scarf '.

[@gerryprater3003]

And also In That fashion, you can dress scalp wounds

[@janaweaver1235]

I have Never learned so much in such a short time. TY. Also, am I the only one who thinks this is the kind of stuff we should have learned in school at some point? Really. They get you for 12 yrs at the end of which, you have skills in sports, writing reports and ...? yet Zero Real-World knowledge! Maybe that was just me? Cannot thank you enough for this invaluable information- passing it along to my 20 yr old daughter who also exited high school with zero real-world skills.

[@brandyhouston2105]

Thanks Major...best officer I've ever learned from.🇺🇸😎

[@overthehill9415]

I always had 2-3 camo bandanas from Walmart with me. Used to be my headcover of choice. I've used them as headcover, slings, for splints, carried fruits, nuts, berries, tinder and smalls in them, wet it and wrapped it around my kneck or head to cool down, used it as a sweatband, a washcloth, wrapped them around my arms in the desert to prevent continued sun exposure (I was wearing sleeveless shirts since I was used to the eastern humidity), dust mask, add a bit of something with a smell you like and cover your nose to help with odors that would gag a maggot.

[@Nunya_Binness]

Glad to see the military is still training old school methods. Technology is great when available but it WILL fail. Stay safe out there protecting and defending Ol’ Glory!🇺🇸

[@VaDeR-411]

Hup! Changing directions. Major, very complete. Green to Gold 👍

[@stephenspencer355]

Another great Video Andrew! Being a former Fla. state paramedic, I know most but not all of the medical uses that you showed and I appreciate you sharing a little of the training and skills that you've learned from the the military and passing it on to us, your viewers.

[@learnshareevolve1842]

A wealth of old-school knowledge!

[@charlesborum3910]

We use to call them drive on Rags

[@brianmabin5947]

HUA! Former Army here, just found this channel, outstanding! Thanks, looking forward to checking out all your vids! God bless!

[@dukeeod1650]

I almost fell out of my chair laughing. Great video thanks for sharing the tips and tricks of the trade.

[@Doc_Egan]

Brother, I love your stuff! Keep it up. I only have one pointer. When you put a tourniquet on it has to be on the upper arm or thigh. Tourniquets are not effective on low limbs due to blood vessels running between bones. Other than that. This oldschool Hospital Corpsman approves. You gotta love a triangular bandage!

[@simonlane7817]

Excellent content! Here in Aus we call them "triangular bandage" , considered one of the most versatile pieces of medical kit. After this video - definatly increase stock in pack to 2. 👍

[@joannekeefe426]

You can fill up a pocket book that has a long shoulder strap and fill it up with rocks if you have no locks and a sock or cravat. I have tried it

[@WetFeetSux913]

I camp at Clinton lake in Kansas. I wouldn't call it illegal because I don't use the campground. Your tips have proven valuable.

[@WetFeetSux913]

Edit, I use a hammock and walk in and out.

[@themajesticmanic]

OMG! "Dew Rag"...I thought it was "Doo Rag" because I only ever heard that when referring to someone wearing it on their head...covering up their "Hair Doo" I guess...WTF was I thinking? That's brilliant BTW.

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

You weren't alone...

[@alanrice39]

Lol

[@tenchraven]

Or DO, as in "do 'it'" or short for Drive On, and "there is dust and sand- f*** it, drive on!" At least that was how it was explained to me.

[@kevinwiens4804]

Hahahaha I LOVED that "opening"... Bald eagle 01 SERE Training!

[@shep6123]

Man you can learn a lot from you thank you man thank you thank you love I wasn’t in military military I was in special ed so do you know what that is I had difficult reading and I still do I learned by watching hand doing I wish I could’ve went they didn’t sept me but I prayed for all you guys in service thank you for your service I like to learn new things even though I’m almost 60 or more year but I still like to learn never too old to learn family young guys you’re very smart keep bringing them up these programs I’m out

[@Dreoilin]

Those are called bog shoes, pampooties, or ghilles. Our Gaelic and Celtic ancestors used them just like that all the time, but generally out of hide, sometimes with fur on them 👍

[@puma51921]

We used to roll them, wet them in water and rap them around our face over nose. Would keep moisture in your nostril to prevent nose bleeds in the desert. Also keep n you cooler.

[@MasterK9Trainer]

Even though this video was specifically about the cravat it also proves the utility of scarves, handkerchiefs, bandanas, shemagh, or even just an old bath or kitchen towel added to our backpacks or any emergency kit

[@DougPalumbo]

Outstanding! Indispensable item for any kit!

[@achillesdalessandro4322]

Thanks. I got another usage for self defense with multiple applications. If you research the Indonesia martial art of Silat and or Kali they wear a Shurong around their waist and deploy it for martial purposes especially when being attacked with a knife. U see a little bit of it in one of the earlier Jason Borne movies, the first or second one. He uses like a towel. I think you could use a shemagh for that as well

[@karlmiller1947]

Liked the old school medical uses. Most emergency medical promotes the lastest high speed gear. But they forget where that comes from and in an extreme emergency they may need to inprovise, whether they like it or not...

[@MrCarlosramos127]

Great!! So many cravat uses...

[@garydeike734]

Great video. You could do a whole video on just medical uses. How to wrap different body parts.

[@kenbarrett6466]

Old school is the way I was taught .. . I wish I had a good amount of them ,, a few field dressings and some saw ammo slings and . 223 stripper clip bandoliers .. ..

[@alanrice39]

I always carry a military cravats, some used I’m aware of but several of those you demonstrated I was not aware of. Those uses are great to know. Thanks Andrew for this video, excellent subject . Alan R

[@rickfrench8905]

This is the kind of video we need to have! Helping people, not watch me cook a steak. Great video, keeping it real. I considered this a Xmas gift! Thanks

[@dankmazzi2376]

Your war face is the bomb... good show man. Scouts out...

[@dannythomas648]

Hoooah. I keep one of those at all times. Rangers lead the way Sir

[@michaelcavender6883]

Love your videos thank you for all the awesome videos and information you share keep it up 👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tribalismblindsthembutnoty124]

Ranger channel uploads I click A wild Andrew sneaks up on me from the bushes Pause for a giggle and a comment Much

[@theprophetez1357]

I have one in my first aid kit, but never had considered that many potential usages. Good job again.

[@donnywilkes6417]

Im glad Corporals Corner suggested your youtube videos I found this video very informative. Much needed information on outdoor survival.

[@lloydh1100]

Great old school info, excellent video!

[@kingsclownvideos]

Excellent content and Teaching style. Thank You.

[@timmccarver4121]

Keep these things everywhere, too many uses not to! Thanks, Andrew!

[@JH-6]

Just a little ol' cravat, who knew... Well I guess we all do now thanks for sharing

[@herbsmith6871]

Great info Andrew 🤠

[@cmsag7428]

Excellent! Many great ideas. Thanks.

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Andrew ☺ thanks for the tips, stay safe mate, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart uk.

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

Well done Andrew! I need to buy some of those laundry markers!!

[@IntoTheWildernessBushcraft]

That intro…😂😂😂 👊🏼

[@forrestsecord7743]

Fabulous, love the thinking outside the box, now where are did I put all my old cravats?

[@BerkUnant]

Thanks for your effort and sharing with us, really effective and important informations.

[@antoanto5301]

Thank you for this well thought out and researched knowledge, I'm sure this one simple, so simple it may be overlooked, bit of kit, will save many lives, more power to you buddy!

[@kendralynn2490]

Going to buy 5 right now. I had no idea I loved Cravats so much!

[@davesauter8374]

Andrew you are like the McGuyver of kit possibilities! Enjoy old school refreshers! Get too comfortable with a modern IFAK. Keep the content cranking!

[@IntoTheWildernessBushcraft]

Andrew, your channel has become one of my favorite YT channels. Thank you for the amazing information! 👊🏼

[@johnkline5930]

Excellent block of instruction today Andrew!!! Great reminder of combat medical aid with cravat… I remember the mid 90’s combat medical aid that was taught in Basic… to be replaced with CAT tourniquets and the Golden Hour CASEVAC. This knowledge you imparted today still has tremendous value when paired with a simple cravat; one item, many possibilities! Outstanding! Keep up the Fire!

[@kevinedward1234]

Andrew, great video and info!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@asmith7876]

I lived in one wrapped around my face for my 4 years spent between Ft. Bliss, Ft. Irwin, and 29 Palms. Probably not COVID approved but worked good 35 years ago LOL.

[@billyblastoff7027]

Good job Andrew love this channel

[@KT_survival]

Awesome ideas for my field notebook. You did an amazing job, Andrew! Thank you. 💯

[@paulzimmerman3895]

Cool stuff! I thought about those poor guys in WWII right away when you mentioned the cold weather application.

[@kennedymcleod1479]

Awesome. Great medical tips

[@monlonlabe5016]

Hello, as usual a video full of practical information, thanks for taking the time for us ! As a side note, did you know that crevate is a french word? Cravate (with a "a" after the r) coming form the word Croate (the country Croatia). The french regiment of the 17 century was formed with Croatian men and part of their uniform was a white scarf...the regiment was named "Royal-cravate". From the white scarf to the kaki scarf... This old regiment is still alive today in the tradition of the 10e régiment de Cuirassiers (Cuirassiers= cavalerie=armored véhicule)

[@jamescrowe7892]

I half expected you to be carrying an M-7 bayonet when you came sneaking out of the bush ready to silence the video sentry. The beginning was hilarious. I reckon the spit and polish of GCSC is just around the corner. Just be careful you aren't wicking moisture off poison ivy/oak with that thing around your leg. Another video with great content.

[@cindyjean3208]

Since you brought it up... I was kinda liking that beard... 😌 part of being a great teacher is making people laugh, and answering unasked questions... like” hey, major, what happened to the beard?” You are a gifted teacher, indeed... Simple yet effective uses of a scarf...I’ve noticed that it’s nice to have this information in the back of your mind just in case... I wouldn’t have normally thought of these uses.. -now I will.. Looking forward to next week’s video...😊

[@Jaden48108]

Can't have too many cravats. I think you covered most of the bases. Besides blindfolding the enemy with a cravat, you can gag them also or in some cases use as restraints.

[@nurseactual]

Seriously, is there anything you guys dont know? Is that what you do in downtime, find creative new ways to use stuff? Oooah ranger, carry on.

[@tankbennett7]

Kudos. Almost make me want to do training and learning videos.... Wait I will .why not. Again kudos

[@pnyarrow]

Hi Andrew. Thank you for that - short, sharp and to the point. US Army Cravat = UK Triangular Bandage. Stay safe. ATB. Nigel

[@TheRugghead]

Everytime I start your videos I feel like Im channeling the intro to the A-Team

[@blzahz7633]

That cravat carrying thing was simple that I didn't even think of it, even though I've seen it like 10 million times. Another one that was new to me was utilizing cottons ability to soak moisture with the passive dew collection from bushes you walk through. I really like simple multi-use items that are simple to acquire, or unconventional uses of things, like the plastic shavings of the L-shaped flashlight for fire you featured in another video.

[@chasepetty5659]

Wow thanks for the new info and ideas on this one👍

[@daveedwards6567]

Nice good job again very informative thank you

[@edwardledesma2283]

Once again great video very informative

[@gerardvanengelen9001]

Nice informative video. Thanks 👍

[@jeffechols5302]

Really great tips thank you

[@michaelblankenship7278]

Great info, and good to brush up on things I might have forgotten.

[@melvinhowell5469]

Great video, thank you!

[@scottford5561]

Great info, as always Just bought 3 to go in my kit bags. Thanks for the great concise content.

[@borismoog1800]

Awesomz video! Greetings from france!

[@maryspeight2840]

Great info ! These will always be a great kit item due to their many uses. RLTW Guy Speight

[@GruntProof]

Outstanding!

[@Bear-Ur2ez]

Excellent video with very useful information . Thank you

[@benterwellen]

While serving i always had at least one Cravat in my gear, very useful for so many things as you have shown......

[@johnburgin7478]

Good information . Thanks

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

Thank you.

[@MichaelR58]

Great tips , thanks for sharing , God bless !

[@NortheastHobbyfarmer]

Some I knew, some I didn't, so I learned and that's always good brother. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@journeyman7189]

Great uses and demo Andrew. Looking badass in face paint and woodland as well. Nate

[@scousemouse69]

Had me hanging on every word beginning to end

[@pedroclaro7822]

AWesome content! I prefer a shemagh though. Square shape means it can be used as a bag - tie each opposing corner to each other, two knots total. Hold it by one of both knots. You now have a makeshift handbag. There's tons of other uses for it if you look for traditional users - a chest baby carrier for example.

[@clayjohnson9498]

Outstanding sir HOOAH!! Great when your on a tank trail.

[@susansolomon5511]

Thank you! I’m a new subscriber and I’ve enjoyed your videos very informative 🤗🙏🇺🇸🙏✌️

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

Thank you, I'll work hard to keep that sub!

[@robertclark5002]

Great ideas that were not obvious to me. Thanks

[@grumpyuncle.]

This channel continues to deliver excellent information. Well done!

[@ElliottRodgers]

Great video! Hi from UK... 🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@urbanoutdoors3112]

Excellent advice Andrew

[@jeffreylunsford1867]

Great video thanks