Camping with 25+ Item Survival Tin Worth £200: Solo Overnight

I go camping with a £200 survival tin that has over 25 items in it. This is the most expensive survival kit I have used so far. I want to test out the items inside and see whether it is worth the price for what you get.
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[@TAOutdoors]

We're going up in price! Catch up on every episode of the series: kzbin.info/aero/PLxnadpeGdTxAlCaBs5MW8cLSbRp8OFcO1&si=UB3lYvM3wQLjwipj

[@Masked_One_1316]

11:22 the saw is lethal, do mind your fingers. don't ask me how I know😅

[@kingrafa3938]

Fresh face in the next morning 😂

[@jackhemsworth7515]

personally speaking, any more than this it needs to have a tarp or something in it for me. survival kit with a shelter in it would be really useful, but at that point it's more of a prebuilt bug out bag.

[@luisoosiscool]

Please do not end this series. So fun to watch!

[@HayzeeHayes]

Loving this series Mike great to see what's out there and all the uses of the equipment. 👌

[@warrenbrooks-r2h]

Always better to assemble your own kit. A fraction of the price and more applicable to your environment / needs. It only takes a little research and no wasted / unneeded items. Appreciate you showing us what is available for someone who doesn't want to.

[@sarkybugger5009]

Agreed. This is a rich boy's kit. My entire camping kit probably cost me less than £200 A £60 knife that will give you blisters faster than you can say 'feather stick.' I fail to see where any of these so called survival kits would be of any use.

[@ojgalambos7836]

@@sarkybugger5009I agree no doubt but those knives are meant to wrap in paracord to fit anyone's hand Still too short for me

[@shambleshack5830]

Would completely agree, I do like the idea of using a mess tin although it would be a bit bulky. I did notice the lack of a foil survival blanket for all they cost and they take up next to no room, would be a handy shelter in a pinch

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@sarkybugger5009ridiculously overpriced "junk" in that kit… EXCEPT For the SAK… I have that version and 3 others…none of which I’ve had since I was 8 years old when my grandfather gave it to me on my 8th birthday,.. I’m 52 now :)

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@shambleshack5830yep yep yep…. I said the same thing,,,, how hard would it have been to include a Mylar blanket in there… the repetition of the survival tip cards was unnecessary and could have been replaced with a Mylar blanket instead… that kit was WAAAAAY. OVERPRICED and not worth it in my opinion….

[@JosephStealin]

There is a trend in children’s toys to have surprise hidden mystery toys inside an egg or box. This is the equivalent for adults 😂

[@CoalCoalJames]

C'mon man... thats like... comon~ get ur head out the grass man.

[@lildevilgamer]

I love the fact that the container for the kit is also a container for cookin / boiling water.

[@CoalCoalJames]

I was screaming at the screen the whole video.... "TEST THE CONTAINTER". =P

[@denisoleary5302]

I bought a similar contanianer, a Trangia no less It cosst me £7. I dont see how than can charge £200 extra foe a Swiss Army knife £35 some sewing needles, gaffa tape ect

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@denisoleary5302you are so right…. No where near worth that amount of money! In US dollars that would be $262!!!! Not worth it at all!

[@neoaliphant]

@@denisoleary5302 i was about to say the same, bought mine in 95, still going strong, great mini cook tin, great with esbot stove and hand sanitizer fuel....

[@sgoredraw1455]

I buried my pet hamster in mine . RIP Hammy 🐹

[@1964DAVODAVO]

In this crazy world we live in at the moment its great to see a video upload from you ,escapism at its best

[@robcrafteroof9161]

This is the type of youtuber who has no haters

[@lindamclaughlin1061]

I thought same, also lots of high-value, knowledgeable comments

[@coolbug900]

A big advantage of the green light is that our eyes are most sensitive to green, so at a given power level it'll look brighter than any other colour. (Or it'll be as bright and use less power!)

[@kiddwong4186]

I love the info cards. Feels like they missed a trick not having a card for how to tie knots. I've got one in my own DIY survival kit and it's really useful

[@alexcannon-microdot]

My instinct would be to include a mylar blanket in there for some emergency cover.

[@byrondewhaus1750]

And the Victorinox sharpener.

[@byrondewhaus1750]

The saw on SAKs is a first class piece of kit.

[@Nyctophora]

That looks great, really good quality. All it's really missing is a space blanket or similar and perhaps some more first aid gear.

[@loragunning5394]

Would be nice to have a honing stone/small sharpening tool for keeping knife edges/saw sharp, also, and maybe a small vial of honing oil, tho spit will work in a pinch.

[@SmithandWesson22A]

The orange ribbon is often called "flagging tape". A green light works better on a topographic map as you can see the brown contour lines. With red light the brown is close to invisible.

[@JeffNoel]

I'm impressed. At this price point, it's a neat little kit. The Victorinox was a nice surprise. Lots of small cards with survival tips is perfect for the kind of people that would buy a kit (instead of building their own), which they might not know some of those tips. I'm loving the series so far!

[@EricTheSwede]

MCQ Bushcraft and your channel is what got me into bushcrafting and the outdoors!

[@neoaliphant]

its so saud MCQ has stopped his bushcraft videos and just expedition, still good tho.

[@Itsmedansee]

Okay new challenge.. give yourself a monitory limit and create your own uk survival kit the TA survival kit

[@CoalCoalJames]

Yea, don't many online shops let you make lists you can share... for a quick purchase. Would be nice to see a few made up and tested that people could easily go buy without any hassle.

[@fubufb420]

Yes, I would purchase that tin, or backpack, or whatever custom kit he has to offer!!​@@CoalCoalJames

[@pamelamcintosh236]

Excellent as always. Ty very much Just a wee story: About 52 yrs ago when I got my very first job in Montreal Quebec, I told myself that when I get my first pay check I’m buying a Swiss Army knife! I did and it has a tent emblem on it. It’s called a camping ⛺️ knife! It’s the exact knife you just got!! I still own it and keep it in my purse 👍 I always take it camping 👌 Oh buy the way, just to let you know, the yellowish item at the end of the knife, is supposed to be a toothpick 👍

[@glorfendell2967]

Now I can't wait to see YOUR kit you put together.

[@notacluebbq2500]

Re the Swiss Army Knife - there is a tiny little hole in the red scale underneath the Philips screwdriver on the back and this is an ideal place to store a pin!

[@marcusfridh8489]

In the SwissChamp the pin is under the corkscrew

[@davidcarothers3311]

​@@marcusfridh8489Yes, the "Huntsman" too!! But the Huntsman has a wood saw too...😊😊

[@leighrate]

In terms of it's contents and their quality, yes it's value for money. My only issue with it is that it lacks a shelter component.

[@markyoungman148]

Plenty of space in the tin for extras.

[@keithoszmanjr4802]

I don't know if it's worth 200 but it's the best small pre-prepared kit I've seen. Your demonstrations and explanations of this kit are on point. Thanks for sharing.

[@gallopingg1]

crazy price!! £150,more like at a stetch!!! great reviews every time.BRILLIANT channel. surrey

[@ryancapewell6504]

Wow £200. I think there comes a point where it's better off not surviving so you have more to leave in your will.

[@vvvvv432]

Please continue this series, it's soooo much fun!!!

[@patlehair]

That saw was surprisingly good wasn’t expecting that

[@Trukzut1]

Another great video, Mike! The only problem I have with this kit is the lack of any first-aid supplies. For £200 you'd think they'd throw in a couple band-aids or some Bactine or somethin'.

[@Big5ocks]

Good point. Some rubbing alcohol and bandaids would perhaps be a good replacement for the sewing needles IMO

[@OregonMikeH]

So enjoying this Series Mike, you shared some important usable insights. I want to Thank You for mentioned Mike of MCQ Bushcraft. You two guys are admired and so greatly appreciated. I was a repeat customer of his leather works, top-notch Pal! As Always Mike wishing Blessings to you, Family and Dad, always so grand coming along for the ride from Oregon. Mike & The Kody-O ACD : )

[@BrendonakaShanks]

Good to see you trying out kits of different monetary values. Nice to see the difference. Thanks for doing this set of tests, it's good to know about these things.

[@PaulyDTheKiwi]

Have to admit that I am really enjoying this series on these, “Survival Tins or Bags”. It really does show you, that you truly get what you pay for. Can’t wait to see what you come up with once you decide to Pick and Choose the items that you like from each one kit, to make your own. Cheers Mike.

[@mattnash2158]

Mans got the ESEE bug. Ranger tape. Nothing beats them imo. Candiru is a great little fish hook blade.

[@fubufb420]

Sittin in my new tiny cabin, eatin sausages for dinner!!😂 Watching TA outdoors new video!🎉 I got a USB led strip light hooked up to a Milwaukee M12 5.0ah battery!🔋 Works great with the remote, dimmer and 4 colors to choose from. I like chilling at night with the green lights on! Easy on the eyes and quite relaxing! 🎉 Love my new little cabin in the woods, out on the corner of our property. Just tucked away enough in the woods where its peaceful and relaxing! 😎 So far the only wildlife ive seen is rabbits, chips, and squirrels!😂😂 It will be my 3rd night out in the woods, i think i just might stay out here for a while!😂😂 Got a spot to mount the phone and speaker, got a lil buddy heater, led lights and lanterns, plenty of flashlights! Now i just sit and think of how i can improve my situation!! 😂 Survival is just a game at this point!! I want to test out all my gear and see what works for me and what doesnt! Ordered a Kukri blade from amazon, thatll be awesome in processing all the firewood, big and small! 🔥 So far everything is all well, little cramped at times, but im making shelving for all the odd crap laying around!😂 Need a better sleeping pad!😂 Figure out where im gonna put a permanent stove would be nice!! 👍 Get working on sealing the roof better, its a little drafty when the wind picks up!!😂😂 Anyways, cool video and ill be watching all your future videos from my tiny cabin in the woods!🎉 🪓 With the green lights on no doubt!! 💚 😂

[@zacvernon5078]

This is the best series, always look forward to seeing them pop up on the home screen!!

[@charleswalter2902]

This is one of the best survival kits I’ve ever seen except for no first aid kit but it’s easy to make your own.

[@barlotardy]

I miss MCQ Bushcraft, but last I heard, he's off being a happy family man now. Good on him.

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

Yeah, I used to watch him quite a bit. Good uploads and he clearly knew his stuff. Anyway, if he's doing well and he is happy, then good luck to him!

[@tinkywinky694]

hi Mike really enjoying the suvival kit series ...however more humour is needed. We've seen humour from U at least twice now & U really are a funny bloke. This last episode concerning the green light from the torch, now that was fun. Also when U did the various shelter uses with the tarp set ups..."now pay attention people" had me giggling out loud.....need more of the real U mate 😅😅😅😅

[@prophotos365]

Great video, I have had the Swiss army knife (same model as the kit) for three years and it has become my every day carry. Light weight stays sharp and it just works!! I also have the Fire Box stove like the one you show it works and is very versatile, wood, pellets, alcohol burner or propane fuel it just works and is well made!!!

[@Bridgercraft]

Great stuff! Honestly, I think any survival kit is immensely improved by the addition of a Victorinox! I don't leave home without mine.

[@ZippedUpKitz]

I have 4of them and ALWAYS have one of them on me….

[@Bridgercraft]

@ZippedUpKitz you just can't beat them, can you? Sturdy, well made, useful and affordable!

[@davidsapp7607]

Great video Mike, I bought the tin empty and pieced it together with what works best in my area ( gulf coast ms) and have four Esee knives!! I also work for a shop that sells the Esee brand knives and to me they have the best warranty!! Yes they are very pricey but you get what you pay for!!! Keep up the great videos and I'll keep watching!!

[@ilaldoglu7145]

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[@baronedipiemonte3990]

That's a very proper kit, although there was a bit of content duplication (the neck knife, cards, there's already a magnifier on the çompass, ...). I'd have liked to have seen at least a basic shelter diagram, and a slightly larger mess tin with a 7 ft × 7 ft sil nylon tarp as a emergency shelter, and a life straw water filter.

[@MrWalko]

Great little kit. As someone else commented, just needed a cover element (space blanket), a few first aid bits (bandaids, alcohol wipes), and a small cloth bandana.

[@darrinrebagliati5365]

Good to know that I put the right stuff in mine, for a lot less! Granted, I built mine 20yrs ago. I update regularly as well. I have a mylar blanket instead of the cards tho and more fishing gear, in a slightly smaller can.

[@FidesLTH]

I'm loving this series. Please keep it up!

[@bradygraff5876]

ESSE is top tier stuff. I live in a rural part of Montana in the US and spend much time in the wilderness. I've had and needed only one bushcraft knife and it's an ESSE Laser Strike. I've been using for years without issue or need of another fixed blade

[@anthonyrushton3495]

I think you should make your own TA survivel kit it would do well let me know what you think

[@TheDavewatts]

Price £300 😂

[@anitapaulsen3282]

He mentioned that he is going to do that at the end of the series.

[@snowy8546]

You should make a video where you make your own survival tin and see how the prices and quality compare to an all in one!

[@annswarmfuzzies]

Fresnel (the lens) is pronounced “fray-null” according to the book i got that taught me about them as a kid. The reamer tool (leather punch) has a hole for a thin cord and you thread the cordage through and you can use it to stitch leather bits together without having to fight with a needle in leather. Great vid! Thanks for all the testing

[@mightywookiee6633]

Fresnel is a French last name, it's definitely not pronounced the way you claim it is lol The lens is a reinvention by the French physicist Augustin-Jean Fresnel for use in lighthouses. I speak French and I can guarantee you your pronunciation is wrong. So much for correcting him, when in fact YOU'RE the one who needed correcting 😆smh....

[@humbletheology6591]

Greetings from Texas! Enjoy the kit reviews!

[@chrisclark2356]

I love all this kinda stuff but you don't really need it to be honest most of it is just fun to learn to use with the kids or something

[@DanielBelliveau-y5x]

Personally I would , and have put together before , a Survival Pouch according to John " Lofty " Wiseman from his " SAS Survival Handbook . You could use some of the elements of your ESEE Mess Tin . Mr. Wiseman included electrolytes , a brew kit , dried meat like jerky , and instead of using lard or ghee , like he did , I would use coconut oil . He also packed signal flares and chocolate . I found it to be a fun challenge to try and include all the items of his kit into a mess tin . I really like your channel keep up the good work ! ! !

[@marcusfridh8489]

I have that survival handbook, both the one that came out in the early 1990's (with the blue cover and the revised version from just a decade ago with the cammo cover.

[@markbailey2130]

@@marcusfridh8489 I have the yellow one from about 1993 . I also brought the mini camp one for my daughter when she was a cadet about 10 years ago

[@PippetWhippet]

Re. Flares - I couldn’t help laughing when I saw the evasion card in this kit - yeah, not being found when in a survival situation is exactly the opposite of what you want and tell me everything I need to know about people who buy these kits. They don’t want a little tin to keep in the bottom of their bag whilst outdoors just in case, they are LARPers (Live Action Role Players) but instead of wearing elf ears and medieval clothes pretending to be on epic adventures, they wear camo and pretend they are in a combat zone. I remember quite distinctly passing the fattest tub of lard crouched in a bush, wearing camo face paint and wearing a backpack covered in little military-ish patches and pouches of no doubt, this sort of stuff in this kit. We said hello and he ran away!

[@tourcheverybridge]

I could be wrong and I will stand corrected, but I am certain that the smaller flat blade is for philips head screws. Great video as ever.

[@jackypearcejustme]

It's always good to see what people are producing and how useful they may actually be/ what I'd adapt for my own use. I'm surprised that tin didn't have a mylar blanket, as it's such a cheap and easy thing to add, but so very handy. For less than £200, you could buy all that separately (especially on Temu) and have a tarp etc as well. I'll stick with my Opinel No 8. I look forward to the multi-day kit.

[@emilemarcotte2782]

Thanks again Mike for another great video 😊 Greetings from Canada!

[@Olympic_Survival_and_bushcraft]

"I've never owned an esee knife before" 😂 hope you enjoy it. I never used or had one before myself. now my esee 5 is my favorite survival knife. And I got this esee tin kit as well. Combined both are the core of my survival kit... esee survival gear is top quality and I've never regretted buying them. Great content thanks for sharing cheers as they say there in uk

[@TheEclecticOrder]

Fantastic video in a brilliant series, enjoyed every minute.

[@ddraidex6842]

Great kit great video thanks for showing us so we know what is the better of them all.

[@SaintsofAvalon]

Bit of a baffler - quality swiss army knife but a American orientated bass ( predatory ) fishing kit for the UK market ?. Like the multifunction trip line but no plasters or a bandage in there ! . Like the purification tablets and the matches . Don't like the knife , rather have an Opinel #6 or #8 for the longer blade and more glove wearing friendly handle . Ferro rod seems quality . Really like ( and i make my own ) the waxed jute , just i use it in a copper tube like a match / candle . Not sure about the snare wire as i fit brass eyes to let the snare slide as find plain wire can bend and snag instead of tightening And weirdly it dosn't have a wire saw , not super good but they are useful , especially for cutting a fishing pole etc . ( where a longer bladed knife lets you batton off the side branches without hitting your hand with the batton ) At £200 i would have expected a manual chainsaw style instead of the wire saw but there's neither ?. Suppose the marker tape could be used to wrap a piece of cut shirt over a wound , but a bandage would be better . And i'd be laying a micro fibre cloth in the bottom and placing the contents in over it so there's a cloth for cleaning / drying . And the addition of a chapstick would be nice , start a fire then cover a burn or use it on your lips in the winter . But it's ok though pricy as the contents swing from quality to cheap making it difficult to make up your mind ..

[@AwkwardHistory]

The Swiss Army knife part was the best. I didn’t know my knife has a wire stripper notch in until tonight. 🤗

[@Harrymarshall-t6q]

We meet again, men of culture.

[@purlplepow3158]

Incorrect meme deployment.

[@DrewpieDrew]

We meet again, people who watch this channel, Bear Grills, and Primitive Technology... and picture ourselves out in the woods as survivors/SAS, all whilst in the confines of our warm, centrally-heated homes.

[@labhrais6957]

And women 😢..

[@frakismaximus3052]

​@@labhrais6957this is a male safe space

[@DrewpieDrew]

@@labhrais6957 Gosh, you're absolutely right... slapped wrist! Aaaaand edited for purposes of inclusion.

[@isaacthatsit]

Thank you for doing this, I'm going to make one myself to put in my emergency pack !

[@michaels1528]

Thanks was waiting to see this ESEE kit put to good use!!!

[@wondertownfunk6858]

Babe, wake up! A new TA Outdoors video about another survival tin just dropped 😮 -also, bring my wallet and get those MRE's cooking with the self-heating elements.

[@RachelRay-o2x]

I really really love your channel. I was wondering if you could explore and do a video or even a series of videos where you build a totally stealth shelter in woodland but also do it where you are in need of gathering materials and constructing it in an inconspicuous way... stealth shelter and stealth build as if you have enermy troops close by. Thanks in advance Please keep making fantastic videos You work and sound great too which adds to the viewability

[@jefftest7018]

thanks for the content, makes life peaceful greetings from Ukraine

[@domnick7886]

The red light is to preserve your night vision and is the hardest to be seen by others. The green works well for following a blood trial at night. It makes the blood drops shine and easier to see.

[@paullambert4445]

Esee makes real quality products. I have three of their knives. The kit looks like it covers a lot of survival needs, but pricey. Thanks 🎸🔪

[@TerraPruett]

In my compact little kit I have a curved and straight upholstery needle along with a small pack of dental floss. Can't break it and it works fantastic for mending everything from tents to tarps and shoes. I also have a little wooden handle awl and twine for heavy duty stitching. OBTW: The dental floss can also double as a stringer for fish you've caught.

[@LONEWOLFHMS]

My pack survival kit has always been in 2 army mess tins its a no brainer. I have variations on what goes in it depending on the terrain and weather. I also have a small bull brand baccy from poundland for fishing kit, sowing kit and asprin, paracetomol and ibuprofen sealed with waterproof tape used for temporary plumming fixes (a game changer, its awesome stuff) my pocket kit is full sized baccy tin that can be used as a boiling pot aswell. Fits in most field dressing pocket in army issue jackets/smocks if it aint on you it aint gonna help in dire survival situations .. i put ALOT of survival kit in jacket seams aswell.

[@tomritter493]

Miss mcq great kit looks well done most of the cosst was used up in the 2 knives

[@Funkteon]

Interestingly, for anyone thinking of snagging themselves some of those Whirl-Pak water bags, good luck. They are pretty much only available at a wholesale level in bulk quantities because the primary buyer is the medical industry.

[@ailinofaolin8897]

That ESSE blade would make a nice skinning and prep knife if razor sharp, personally i'm not a fan of gimmicky survival kits but this review has changed my mind this looks like a very handy kit to have so much so I've ordered it for myself.

[@pjgtech]

nice vid, thank you, keep em coming mate, Cheers

[@jameshewitt8828]

Loving that Swiss army knife

[@K.Kilsom]

They could have put a 6/6 ultra light tarp in there, would have been boss. The swiss army knife is like 65$ here. Good value and resuasable Keep this series going, And I can't wait 4 the building series you're working on. I greatly enjoy the midevil or viking buildings you have done. Cheers and best 2 u and ur's

[@zacharypool]

Maybe you've already made a video like this, but I'd love to see you take some of your favorite gear and put together your own kind of small survival kit. I think it would be really great to see what you put together

[@StigDesign]

if i remember correctly is that: its not how bright a light is that can trouble your night sight or get spotted but it is the color spectrum and i think the red is the best one to preserve night sight and harder to get spotted :D Great kitt :D Nice stove you have too. i have the smal bcb stove type with firedragon(i think its called) to fire it up its sort of alcohol gel type so it can even be used for cleanign wounds too hehe and i have bcb survival kit with me always, bcb suvival kit is smal but its great for the price :D but your kit there did looks really good and if/when the cleaning tabs goes out of date you can buy new ones and put it in same bottle :D

[@gkeyman565]

Nice kit, great video, keep up the good work, be safe of coarse, have a little fun too !! have a great day

[@lildevilgamer]

Not sure about the green light but I've heard many times that red light won't break your eye adaptation to see in the dark while regular light would and you would have to spend time to adapt to darkness again.

[@bc4yt]

The human eye is most sensitive to green, so the green light is an OK idea since you'll get the best bang for buck out of that tiny battery. Only problem is color rendition when reading maps - green lines will be very faint, some other colors may appear black. For a survival kit, I think white is the better choice.

[@chrisbird4913]

The ESSE RB3 is my fav bush knife, excellent 3" with great handle.

[@davidsayer3325]

Great video Mike thanks for sharing.The use of a mess tin is however not new and is mentioned in the SAS survival handbook by John Lofty Wiseman.

[@simonosborne3047]

Hey Mike. What it is with red light is, it doesn't take away your night vision. Night vision is mainly monochrome and a red light doesn't stimulate the same receptors in your eye.

[@nguyentiendongnaivlog]

I wish I could go experience it with my friend. Wish you good health ❤❤❤

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I LIKE this series but I am also looking forward to the mix of subjects you have in store. With this kit, you ARE talking serious money. We could 'grab and go' with this but we probably have even better stuff in a drawer or closet. Maybe this is for the family that suddenly hears bad times are coming and unexpectedly needs to head for field and stream.

[@leewaddell8561]

That is really a great kit. Best so far.

[@markjlewis]

Personally my preferred Swiss Army Knife is the Huntsman. I have always regarded the Philips screwdriver that is swapped out for the corkscrew a bit "not very good" (substitute your own one word replacement). The Huntsman has the same tools plus a pairs of scissors. I know the cordage can be cut with one of the blades but I still think the scissors helps improve the usefulness of the Huntsman over the Hiker (the included model). As I always pack a bottle of wine in my rucksack I am always prepared in the event of needing an emergency drink of Châteauneuf-du-Pape by using the corkscrew to open the bottle. Please excuse the fact that I use an enamelled mug to drink it but carrying a lead crystal glass means it's likely to get smashed.

[@jamieedwards6721]

I used to love watching MCQ Bushcraft! I'd say TA, MCQ, Haze and Simon a bloke in the woods are my OG bushcraft youtubers. Also Alfie aesthetics who had an amazing channel.

[@jordandimick8861]

For the knife, you could also have used some of the cordage to wrap a handle or at least bulk it up a little bit to make use a little more comfy

[@MrAlphafang]

This series as great Mike. Would never pay that amount for a survival kit though. I tend to carry most that I feel I need about my person any way. Yes I have a small tin with the small bit's in it in a pocket. Great tip don't cook on pine good info for all is that.

[@silicon-shaman]

Love your vids, Mike! Would be super cool if you made your own kit and camped out with it

[@PeterBren]

I have a photon but have stopped using it, because you need the skills of a jeweller to change the batteries. And the button never works properly again. I much prefer cooking on an open fire, which is easier to feed and to cook with. The Esee kit is over priced because of the two knives. An ex army mess tin with a cheaper knife would be a better option. Good video. I will watch more. Well done.

[@blanecornell]

Very good videos, thanks for sharing.

[@PedroMigBraga]

great video as always!

[@Tscharlieh]

What would you add? First aid? Sewing kit? Emergency poncho/tarp?

[@billopad9625]

As well as less harsh on your eyes, the green light helps with reading maps too I think. If you use red light you can’t see the all the lines

[@Parker8752]

Honestly, this looks like an almost perfect tin to give to someone who has maybe done a weekend bushcraft course for use in emergencies. It requires a little bit of knowledge that I don't know if it's included on the various cards (for example, fishing without a rod, and setting up shelter), but with a small amount of knowledge you could probably keep a small family alive (if not too comfortable) for a decent amount of time with this. An expert could create their own kit that's just as good for less money overall, but that's not really the intended target of a tin like this.

[@markcable41]

Love the series on the survival kits. The £200 kit was very good, but do you think you could make your own survival kit using similar items at a lower cost? Perhaps you could make your own TA outdoors survival kit.

[@ellanvanninbushcraft8388]

The Esee 4 is a fantastic knife. I am waiting for one of these kits to come from 5col survival from the USA.

[@nickcasolino8903]

Hi Mike, There's a Survival kit that you didn't test yet that I think, in my opinion , it is the best in Gear and in Price: the "SOL Scout Survival Kit". It carries only Life-Saving Gears -No Frills and no useless items. Something to look into for the next video. All my outdoor packs has one even my belt pouch. Thanks

[@asmith7876]

The knives alone are easily half the cost if not more. Seems to be overall an excellent kit!

[@shoelacedonkey]

All the little books and descriptions are definitely a nice touch, although some might need a pair of glasses with them as well. The fontsize seems tiny. Also, I'd lose half of the cards if they're not packed together probably. A booklet (like the one where they're attacked together like a swivel) would seem better imo.