PrepMedic's EDC ⎮2022⎮

[@SixEcho]

Thanks for sharing man! And that tourniquet sheath was meant for the CAT to protect your pant leg from the Velcro. But it’s removable, just attached at the bottom with Velcro. So for your setup you should definitely take it out. Stay safe man!

[@PrepMedic]

Thanks for the tip! Pulled on it a bit and gave up right after I got it, never revisited it 😂

[@Minuteman4Jesus]

@@PrepMedic Thanks for this video, I'm an unrepentant gearhead, too. On the subject of 'need', my mindset is "I'm never in danger, I AM the danger"! I have several bags. EDC, Get-home, Bugout, INCH. 4 may seem excessive, but I believe in the maxim "2 is 1, and 1 is none".

[@DavidA20200]

@@PrepMedic great video. Btw the Glock 19 uses 15 round mags and the +1 is in the chamber if you preload it and insert a full mag. I really appreciate the video because I kind of have a similar every day carry except I use a Glock 43X MOS. I just find the thinner gun easier to conceal. I’m glad to see there is somebody else out there that understands how important being prepared is. You have to have medical supplies if you carry a firearm in my opinion. Carrying a gun is only half of the equation.

[@andrewfierek4646]

@@PrepMedic Any plans on doing a review on the six echo? What's your favorite ankle kit so far and how does the six echo stack up to it's competitors?

[@marktime.]

@@Minuteman4Jesus 2 is 1, 1 is none is the motto i live by every day. nothing is overkill its better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it

[@allenshamon442]

For anyone new to concealed carrying or getting into it, no one will notice you’re carrying unless they also concealed carry. Also, don’t cheap out on your ammo, gun, attachments, holster and make sure you train. Buy what you are comfortable with. Most important things to get first is the gun and quality ammo. Holster can be changed later red dot can always be added as can the light but if youre uncomfortable with the gun you’ve wasted money and will be crying for a 2nd time. Buy once cry once. Your expensive gun won’t save you if you can’t shoot well. If you have to decide between quality ammo or lets say a red dot get quality ammo. You should still know how to aim with iron sights in case your red dot takes a shit so red dot it not needed but is nice to have. Get used to the basics before trying to become faster with lets say a shot timer. Speed is dangerous if you don’t know the basics.

[@GabrielGarcia-ul9mg]

Looking into making my first purchase. Mainly for self defense. Recommend anything?

[@firstpersonducky9333]

@@GabrielGarcia-ul9mg i carry a Smith and Wesson M&P9 Compact, but really any compact 9mm from a trustworthy brand (Smith, Glock, Ruger, Steyer, Berreta, probably some others that i can't think of) is gonna be my recommendation. I can't make a specific recc without knowing your control level, hand size, experience etc, but M&P and Glock are a good place to start. Almost any gun shop will allow you to handle handguns on display, just go check out what feels right in your hand and try to visualize or think about your needs on the daily basis. like Prep said, if something is inconvenient you will not carry it.

[@firstpersonducky9333]

@@GabrielGarcia-ul9mg also as a new gun owner, try to stay away from the cheap subcompacts. Stuff like SCCY CPX-1, Kel-tec PF9 etc. While SCCY makes an excellent handgun (for the value), small guns like them can have significant recoil and even be painful to someone not accustomed to shooting.

[@jedijudoka]

@@GabrielGarcia-ul9mg I recommend Sig P365 as #1 choice. It’s a micro compact 9mm with full size capacity. So easy to conceal and shoots like a bigger gun. I opted for the 365x, which has a slightly longer grip and some other minor differences.

[@GulfCoastGrit]

​@@GabrielGarcia-ul9mg Don't know if you've already made your purchase but try this; ask if they can take out as many different pistols as possible and lay them on the counter. Go to each one without really looking at them and pick one up at a time. Best practice is to close your eyes while doing it. When you pick it up, ask yourself "does this feel like I'm holding a gun?" I know that sound silly, but focus on it. Pick two or three pistols that feel the most like you are holding a weapon and not a hunk of metal/plastic. Then, take the winners from that experiment. Get a good grip and drive the gun out in front of you like you've drawn it. Ideally, one of those guns will naturally come up with sights aligned and the gun on target where you are looking. If it feels right in the hand and points naturally when you present it, then you have found the right one. NOTE: It does not have to be a small gun. If the right one ends up being larger than what you expected then that's just what it is. Keep an open mind. The right tool for you is the one that you will use and train with and is comfortable. Last point I'll make is this; Even the Gucciest of Glocks and the Sexiest of Sigs fall short to the real hotness: training. A Hi-Point in skilled hands is 1000% better than Kimber Custom in novice hands. Get good training. Practice the basics like Allen said (deliberate practice at the slowest speed you can muster. Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast). Hope that helps and good luck Gabriel.

[@philipbacani9400]

Better have it and don't need it, than need it and you don't have it.

[@christianthegrayt]

One of my favorite edc sayings haha

[@alottathat1017]

better do

[@levigeorge2141]

This guy gets it

[@RizztrainingOrder]

That’s what it says on my Trojan mini’s

[@bobjones8838]

That’s why I always carry a Mk 2 Panzerfaust everywhere

[@DylanLey]

A lot of the things in my EDC don't get daily use, but when I need them, I'm glad I'm carrying the items! Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it!

[@petergarcia8225]

Words of a Paramedic. When you need it you really need it. Very true in all professional fields.

[@Shackleford_Rusty]

extremely impressive how honest you are with the medical section. great overview and mind set. appreciate the video.

[@abramrexjoaquin7513]

Merican' Priorities for a Civic Medic. EDC > gun > Medical Items.

[@Soluscide]

@@abramrexjoaquin7513 Gotta stop the threat before you can get to work saving lives.

[@turbulentmind2044]

@@abramrexjoaquin7513 he aint a civic medic. . .hes a paramedic.. . so yes gun is important

[@anz388]

This guy is thoroughly genuine and truly the best to learn from.

[@45auto17]

Pretty good EDC, especially the med kits/eq. As a former USAF Paramedic/Firefighter, I can attest to really needing the Quick Clot whether in a bandage or other form. The Boo boo kit also is very handy. The worst situations I've faced are when I've NOT been carrying my kit or just minimal and the Quick clot or some kind of esophageal airway could have really helped. Thanks for your time. Oh, I also conceal carry. Don't ever wanna hurt anyone but it did save my life once with a really bad dog situation.

[@juanestesio]

It's amazing how all these other creators just advertise expensive products on their EDC videos, while this man is just here showing simple yet awesome products he actually loves and uses every day. I really enjoyed the video. Nice EDC!

[@codyharrison1942]

Great video man, I’ve learned a lot from watching your videos the past year or so, definitely believe if you carry a weapon you should carry ample medical supplies to treat potential wounds

[@jg_jgjg]

There was a shooting at a mall in Indiana (within the day or so of this video) and a legally armed citizen stopped the threat. People who ask why usually outsource their security

[@NickAlphason]

Just watched the news clip. Extremely impressive and professional performance

[@whiskybooze]

Yup, 22 year old man who took him down with 8 shots from what they said is about 30 yards. He basically shot the shooter from across the courtyard.

[@NickAlphason]

@@whiskybooze 10 shots 40 yards

[@PrepMedic]

10 shots fired, 8 on target.

[@user60521123]

I never thought I’d give up my leather belt with a buckle for CCW, until a couple months ago I tried a nylon belt with quick-release buckle (Blupond brand if you’re interested) and I was immediately hooked. They are more comfortable with IWB carry. I have 3 now and can’t imagine wearing anything else.

[@jomess7879]

I use the next belt, ratchet with a quick release. Love it.

[@2centsbear638]

I actually have been carrying the LTC pocket kit since your last video and eventually took out the swat-t and added a NAR compressed gauze behind the gloves. Way slimmer and easier to fit in even a front pocket, and I sometimes use it next to an extra mag to keep it upright in my pocket. Anything extra, like that swat-t, I'll keep in my ready pack that I always have in the truck right next to a cat tourniquet and bigger bandages. Thanks for all the information and everything you do, I've learned a lot from you over the years. God bless you Sam

[@2centsbear638]

Since your last EDC video* or maybe it was the promo video for the pocket kit, I don't remember

[@PrepMedic]

That’s awesome! Everyone has different needs and should modify accordingly.

[@grimthegreat8832]

Always looking forward to these updates!! And the “whys”

[@jonmapa0077]

I remember getting on you because you didn't clear your weapon years ago, so glad your doing it now!

[@knewsome69]

Don’t worry about the “why do you think you need” trolls; life is too short. Great video. Would love to hear more of the ankle kit and the watch.

[@weaponxnova6794]

I have the Garmin 245 4Runner and I absolutely love it it's everything I need and nothing that I don't

[@2ryan470]

at 1:50 you see the infared scanner for the faceid going off at the top of the phone

[@alepioveable]

Man, as a bearded man myself, have to congratulate you on yours. You look good with a beard, keep rocking it! Another thing, just bought a Garmin epix 2 and I'm anxious for your review on the Tactix 7.

[@titan_o7]

I live on-campus at CU Denver during the school year. I also happen to turn 21 this fall and plan on getting a handgun and a EDC license as soon as that day comes. Videos like these really help new EDC people like me see what long-time EDC guys carry and I appreciate you making these. Maybe I’ll see you fly over sometime, thanks for what you do!

[@JayFolipurba]

That's the first really smart watch I've seen. It looks like, and has the functionality of something in a sci-fi movie.

[@thundershepherd8996]

I'm glade that I took a tccc course because it teaches me a lot about tactical first aid

[@TheRealMcCoy707]

Thumbs up on the Tactix 7. I've had mine for a few months and absolutely love it.

[@ImTerero]

Just when I was itching for a good edc video!

[@adammorgan7874]

I carry similar items on a daily basis because I’ve been in situations where I didn’t have them. I learned the hard way, I’d rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

[@Syndebukken92]

Sheesh, here in Norway I dont even feel safe while walking the husky, that little shit would just lay down to sleep if I ever got attacked. 100% supports your edc system in America, always love talking with americans when they visit my workplace. Stay safe!

[@whiskybooze]

My buddy from college took a job in Norway and moved there. Married a woman there and now lives there and has a family. I'm so jealous when he posts pictures, beautiful country.

[@Syndebukken92]

@@whiskybooze Absolutely, great to hear!

[@tomturbuckle0076]

Have been working at a hospital for some months. Not a nurse or anything but doing maintenance. I can see a need for most of this because I can be in places all by myself and if I did get seriously hurt it would take awhile before anyone noticed or find me.

[@ZIggyRIbetto]

Good overview, only thing is the PocketIfak from LTC. I own one, bought in part because of previous videos of yours, realized really quickly that its a glorified set of rubber bands. Im a student and so I wear a lot of athletic clothes that make carrying stuff really annoying, I find the LTC kit takes more room than needed, instead I would highly suggest rubber banding some nitrile gloves to some packing gauze and a swat T or to a ETD dressing. A rubber band setup like this fits in any regular pocket much better than the LTC kit

[@ericduan19]

I knew you'd ultimately join the Garmin team! Since your job requires flight, my recommendation is that you should really get familiar with all the flight tracking features. There had been many cases when Garmin's watches saved pilots lives as the aircraft's electronics malfunctions. And Garmin's battery life, considering the features they provide, there's just no comparison.

[@dirtymotovation]

Absolutely not. YES- they can be used as a REFERENCE- but NEVER should they be used as concrete information

[@armin4212]

@@dirtymotovation Reference is better then none information...

[@BlueJayWaters]

Unfortunately I don't carry much if not any medical gear for my EDC. I was a Hospital Corpsman in the Navy, but literally all of my skills mean nothing in the civilian world. I only recently started carrying a firearm, and that's because more and more situations have happened where I would have preferred to have them. It sucks knowing I have the skill set to use things like a decomp needle, but liability is such a huge risk. Unless it's a family member, I wouldn't use most of my skills. For that reason alone I stopped carrying anything medical except in my car and on hikes. But the turnaround is that knowing when to act and having that ability is almost more important than actually carrying things. I saw a car accident where someone had this really nice kit in their truck, but the guy was so shaken up. No concussion, no serious damage to his vehicle, and he was still a deer in the headlights. I assessed both parties but it was the one time EMS got there in a timely manner, and I just walked away. So, it's not really by choice, but I take the risk of not carrying medical EDC. But I trust my ability to act, and like you said, a shirt can solve a lot of bleeding problems worse case.

[@PrepMedic]

Bleeding control, wound packing, tourniquets, CPR are all covered under Good Samaritan

[@BlueJayWaters]

@@PrepMedic True. Short of a tourniquet, all of that can be done with outside items, with knowledge and skills. Unfortunately makeshift TQ's are not effective, which is why I can see a use for people to carry one. My EDC is extremely minimalist, so if I ever carry a backpack or briefcase, I do throw a CAT in there.

[@nathanj9354]

🇺🇸🇺🇸 Thank you so much. We have created a community of being prepared and watching your videos. We love your products reviews which are fair and informative. Keep the videos coming. 💯🙏🔥✊👍👑🙌

[@ryanc4261]

That ankle med kit broke my brain! Picking up one of those ASAP!! My only gripe would be your carry. I dropped from a full-size to a p365XL it’s far lighter and has a good capacity! Suggest a swap to that!

[@bigd2829]

I agree, Sig is the future. I love my Sig.

[@THExDUDEx8624]

I recently got the Garmin instinct,and I am absolutely in love. Tried the Samsung watches and battery life was a really big problem.. I can go 10 or 12 days now.

[@graysonsavri9125]

I think pepper spray is a good option for men and women bc if somebody is coming at you and you are being backed into a wall and a corner pulling a gun or a knife is a little over the top obviously if it's really bad pull your gun and show it but usually pepper spray is a good nonlethal option, bc when you are by yourself the best thing to do is get away from danger and don't be in those scenarios.

[@PrepMedic]

Shooting someone who is backing you into a corner is in no way over the top. One of our evolutions in police academy was being sprayed with pepper spray and needing to fight through it to wrestle an instructor, cuff them, radio for help and fire several rounds down range. It might be enough to stop some people but many can fight through it without much difficulty

[@graysonsavri9125]

@@PrepMedic huh well thanks for the info, most channels wouldn't give feedback like that.

[@ramirezpeter98]

Absolutely love this channel been following for awhile now learn so much thanks for everything.

[@zxvbcn]

my man out here saving and taking lives XD

[@barendmalan6386]

Living in South Africa, this is a must!!!

[@kenbiddle5788]

I always have at least one flashlight on me if not two. As former LEO I think ligbts on weapons are for entry teams, pointing weapon has at least misdeameanor ramifications.

[@the_Wolf_directly]

7:58 Friendly advice: 1. When racking the slide to chamber a round, pull back and then let go. Do not assist/push/hang on to the slide when going forward into battery. 2. I'd recommend loading a +1 if you dont already. Full mag +1 manually loaded. 3. I'd also recommend loading your pistol into the holster first, and then put the holstered weapon on your belt. Less chance of blowing your junk off if the trigger catches. 4. Please upgrade your trigger. 5. Nice setup. If you have any issues with slippery grip, try Talon Grips. I put the sandpaper version on all my firearms. Solid grip even if your hands are wet with blood or water.

[@alfe1402]

What do you think about a Glock 26 instead the 19???

[@williammartin6424]

Sig P320 in 45acp. .compact....3 extra mags.. 2 mini flash lights. 1 Handcuff. 4 sets of Nitrile Gloves. Basic First aid kit with 2 TQ and 2 large dressings. 2 packs Quik clot. and a few other items in my EDC

[@alfe1402]

What do you think about wearing a anticut tshirt??? May add some protection.

[@williammartin6424]

@@alfe1402 Most Paramedics I know already have a Ballistic tactical vest with their EDC.

[@caddyshack3240]

Smart man keeping a round in the chamber while holstered, shows you understand your weapon, great video

[@zachmedrano4569]

The diffence in quikclot is one has a ribbon of material that can be picked up on xray and the other doesn't.

[@rh451]

7:29 I like your Bolt EV. In a longer term emergency, it’s easier to make electricity than gasoline or diesel.

[@nathancragg6202]

Any Garmin Fenix/Epix/Tactix or Instinct watch is hands down the most used item right after phone and shoes

[@cmcer1995]

I have the same set-up on my CCW, and appendix. Yeah, this is Colorado so mag cap, yes. Only a rookie would think anything but belt "clip." Sometimes I go also with G43x and mags in cargo pocket. I do like the ankle kit, need to cutdown on bulk though, difficult to wear with boots, esp. cowboy boots, but looser pant legs help. Good video, informative.

[@theshieldwall1570]

You and Six Echo are both excellent. Nice to hear your thoughts on their product.

[@dorothydromgoole8040]

Thanks for sharing this I am going to take classes to become a premedic/EMT. And it's good to know about all of the things that I will need.

[@intothefloo1505]

Great EDC collection. Thanks for the review on everything and honest input.

[@jacobryan458]

Looking forward to the watch review. O wear the garmin instinct and thinking about upgrading

[@shanecabbage2187]

Amazing video. 2nd one I've watched and you've earned a sub. Will be passing along to colleagues. God bless.

[@Hoover79]

I carry a gun mainly because I can! It make feel all warm and fuzzy too.

[@itekSa]

That was quite interesting. Thank you Sam!

[@firstlinetributes]

I would drop a compact CPR mask (the ones that are packed inside a really tiny package) in there as well, they take no space , i have it on my pocket all the time

[@1911GreaterThanALL]

I would recommend the Vickers Tactical shoe to make the pistol gripping more forgiving in where you place your trigger finger. Plus the upgrade is super cheap roughly 40 dollars. It also forces your trigger finger forward to the reset.

[@12345678927164]

That Garman is cool! $1000 dollars cool even. You’re basically a Fallout playable character with it.

[@wccrispy]

Just go ahead and get the Apex Trigger kit. Apex lives up to the name and pricing is good. $90-$140, then just drop-in installation.

[@mattconklin4026]

Your videos are very informative! I really enjoy your content ✌🏼🤙🏼

[@Ben-ig3bf]

13:40 I've never had to do cpr on somebody while not on call, but tbh, In that moment I dont imagine anybody caring about germs or whatever. If you're the first person that performs cpr you dont care, you're just trying to keep them in a revivable state. In the ambulance theres no need for mouth to mouth, but if it ever needed to be done, Id do it on anybody

[@PrepMedic]

🤢 I’ll do hands only CPR if I don’t have a BVM. But vomit and blood are two things you will inevitably have in someone’s airway. When you see your first cardiac arrest I am guessing g you will change your mind

[@briandavid2011]

Because of you I Carry ankle to truma kit too. 😊 And I Carry my Glock and 19 too and I always Carry both.

[@elliottseguin2430]

really good video, I just find it funny that you use to carry a gun more than a knife, and in personnal experience, a knife can come handy a lot of time, and if you can’t carry a gun in some places a knife can be carryed more often, because it’s smaller and some places don’t accept gun at all. So yeah if you had to do something to upregade your edc, in my point of view it’s the first thing to consider(sorry for my english if I made errors, I’m french)But really good video.

[@donavanveld5736]

I carry a kit that I formatted for myself if needed. Basically it's a diabetic kit with a breathing and trauma kit in it. It's really nice. It's not for concealed carry though. Which is fine for me.

[@ConnerColemanMSHS]

Check out the Belly Band; great lowpro holster with a few slots for keeping stuff and hook/loop for more stuff

[@ericm1839]

have you considered adding Narcan to your med kit? Idk your state's laws but in my state you can pick it up on a standing order from any pharmacy and I have heard of some healthcare professionals who carry it daily just in case they walk in on someone overdosing. obviously your flight packs have it in there but just a thought since you would probably recognize signs of an overdose and those chest compressions arent going to be worth a ton if you're fighting a ton of opioid-induced respiratory suppression

[@charliewillman6767]

Quik clot is fun... especially when they have to scrape it out of you after using it....

[@PrepMedic]

That’s old news brother. Powders are no longer used or recommended…. By anyone. Second, permeated gauze does not require any abnormally invasive surgical techniques to clean out.

[@renzoids]

Great video. The ankle hold appears very bulky. I’m a bigger guy and that will not allow pant leg to come down over. Still stuck using an old soft ankle holster with gauges, stop bleed, and military turnakit only. Just enough to allow pant leg to drop. Great video regardless. Would love the watch if it wasn’t so expensive.

[@renzoids]

Is this a joke? Every comment I’ve looked at has the same message. Scam on your channel?

[@stefthorman8548]

@@renzoids pretty much every channel has these scam comments, they aren't affiliated, and you should ignore them.

[@NoName-fo6ps]

"Were gonna be late! Hurry up!" "One second dear just putting on my EDC real quick"

[@yeetywheaties]

Good stuff dude, thanks for taking the time and sharing.

[@WhosJmcGames]

That's a beautiful watch, I might have to invest in one of those!

[@YEASTpodcast]

yessssss love the "need" philosophy

[@noynayru]

7:41 Heads up im pretty sure LockPickingLawyer opened that gun case with a fork... I would suggest a better one so your kid never accidentally pries into it if he has access to the case somehow. That same company makes some better ones

[@unclefreedom213]

I've been looking at that watch I currently run the garmin instinct tactical. Solid watch and for reference current LEO, Firearms and TACMED instructor

[@unclefreedom213]

who are you?

[@PrepMedic]

Fucking spammers. Sorry

[@unclefreedom213]

@@PrepMedic no worries my friend

[@tomwebb10]

To improve your storage I would recommend turning on optimise cloud storage

[@mikkihintikka7273]

im a soldier and ive used sam, cat and sof torniquets and my favourite is cat followed by sam. sof is hard to prethighten

[@deeboo1122]

Sweet set up,..Functional..Thanks for ur service and God Bless. PS What's the brand of the Button Down shirt ur wearing?

[@ericlancaster2889]

Great stuff. I enjoy your videos. Thanks man.

[@tristanking6684]

This is awesome as someone who use to be a VEMS this is fun definitely subscribed

[@bruno_philippi]

show, não fazia ideia de que demorava tanto assim, realmente falta essa função nos 987

[@jonathanjessop9977]

I have to admit, I’m very surprised that you carry all of those more obscure items in your ankle kit (needle, airway), but not a chest seal. Am I missing something? I’m building out an EDC ankle kit currently and I was planning on stocking it with a SOF-T, quick clot gauze, and a compact vented chest seal (twin pack), and possibly a compression bandage and/or shears if I felt I had the extra room. Do you recommend against carrying a chest seal now? Seems likely that someone could be shot in the chest/lung in a civilian context. Thanks!

[@Raggle]

unless you are a place where it takes paramedics longer than 1h to reach then a chestseal or decomp needle really isnt necessary

[@AnOdinaryReaper]

I fell over when I saw how much that watch was☠️ I only use regular watches. That would be the only high tech watch I’d wear 👌🏼

[@jacksuffield9126]

Ah the old warrior in the garden

[@Favorite-catNip]

I think its wise to have appropriate supplies to efficiently take care of one's self & others if needed. Grt. Videos 👍🤗👏

[@moiseslorenzo5399]

The best edc!!

[@subaruforester5062]

I still think you should carry a separate light. If your using your watch for medical timing your light is going to get in the way with the watch. Check out the olight i3t black from olight for a super small edc 2 mode aaa flashlight

[@PrepMedic]

Eh, I have carried flashlights before and they end up being more trouble then they are worth. I don’t usually do manual medical timing. Is pulse really slow, slow, normal, fast, really fast etc.

[@kasper_429]

Olights might look like a good option because of the price, but lately I've seen a bunch of issues with overheating, and you don't wanna get burned lol. Like the old saying goes, you get what you pay for. I'd personally use Streamlight for a budget EDC light.

[@subaruforester5062]

@@kasper_429 if people used the lock out mode that olight uses in their lights you wouldn't burn yourself.

[@kasper_429]

@@subaruforester5062 What lockout mode? I didn't know that was a thing. Is it like a combo of button presses? Because there's no physical lockout switch or anything. People most likely don't use that because most of the time when you need to use a flashlight you either don't want to go through the hassle of "unlocking" it, or need the light ASAP (like in a gunfight/self defense situation).

[@kasper_429]

@@subaruforester5062 If you get a decent light with good electronics and design that doesn't overheat, you wouldn't need a lockout mode. Just sayin'.

[@timb2014]

Def want an in-depth on that watch!

[@zfjames]

I have a Garmin Tactix 7 Applied Ballistics edition and the support is great. Two recommendations: - swap your plastic clip on your holster to discreet carry clips. They work much better and they are less likely to break in force on force. - swat-t would be better replaced by an RMT. RMTs are approved and don't break like CATs. You are far more experienced so would love to hear your thoughts.

[@bravowhiskey4684]

CAT gen 7 won’t break unless you leave it in the sun to prematurely degrade. If you’re breaking CATs, your TQs are counterfeits. Only buy from NAR authorized vendors. He carries an SOFTT, it has an aluminum windlass, so it’s a non-issue. The CAT is easier to one-hand apply to yourself, but this is still a good TQ. The RMT, and other mechanical TQ like the SAM XT, have moving parts that can be fouled by sand, debris, etc. Also, none of these are easy to self-apply, especially one handed. These also don’t meet the TCCC specifications nor the new OSHA specs for workplace trauma kits. A windlass is required to meet these specifications. SWAT-T is the best for pediatric, geriatric, and k9 applications. It’s also a great pressure dressing. It’s not suitable for self-application, realistically. Carrying one windlass TQ and one SWAT-T is the best plan, period.

[@zfjames]

@@bravowhiskey4684 The TX2 and TX3 are approved by TCCC as of 2019. Your statement about one-handed application tells me you have never tried it, which is understandable if you only use CAT. I have yet to see a single example of fouling in the racheting mechanism and, looking at one, I don't see a point where that would be a problem. Will test. Any tourniquet that doesn't let you practice with it (CAT-7 requires you to use a "training-only" tourniquet that you can't use in the field) or expose it to normal elements (i.e. the sun) is useless for everything I do. This doesn't even get into the mechanical simplicity of the RMT compared to the CAT.

[@bravowhiskey4684]

@@zfjames interesting that those were accepted, I was not aware. As for the training TQ, that’s not accurate; Refuge Medical has several confirmed saves by customers with their instructor/class kits, including the blue CAT trainer.

[@zfjames]

@@bravowhiskey4684 Oh for sure, they do technically work to save lives. My point is that the "official recommendation" heavily favours the RMT because you can train with an RMT and you're not supposed to train with your carry CAT. Either way I think both are technically valid, but I use the RMT because it is mechanically simpler to me, a simple man

[@JohnW-yv6yp]

OH MY GOD HE SAID THE AMMO CAPACITY WRONG IT'S 15+1 NOT 16+1! Lmao just kidding, great video!

[@MrWilliewonka69]

Im up in canada and i understand why and wish i chould cc

[@Trusty335is]

Nice lineup! Check out the Dango wallets. I like the S1 Stealth with their belt loop tether. Very minimalist as well

[@RandornCanis]

Careful showing off keys if anyone can guess your home or workplace. Your Ford Escape and Kwikset deadbolt are essentially public domain now.

[@Vex916T]

Just read a comment from another video which the commentor said his EDC included carrying a MP5K in his backpack... I told him it was stupid for him to carry such a gun in his backpack because if someone attacked him he be beaten or killed before he could grab his MP5K out of his backpack. Also I explained to him the primary reason why most people's EDC involve a handgun is because such a gun is easily stored on your body, can be concealed at easy to reach locations on your body, and can be quickly used against attacker(s). I'm not a guy who carries a gun for EDC at the moment, yet I'm rational enough to understand why carrying a MP5K in your backpack is dumb!

[@leonardtao4457]

Hi Sam, I love your video. May I ask what's the brand for your black shirt?

[@ag4832]

Very interesting. However I'd suggest you to change the way you charge your gun : let the slide go forward by itself and always check if the round is chambered. If you need to present your gun, you want to know for sure that a round is ready to go. 👍 And a question : why no gloves?

[@kasper_429]

Gloves are good to have in an ideal situation, but at the end of the day if you actually have to treat someone or yourself, you don't technically need gloves unless you have an open wound on your hand(s) or forearm(s). I think Sam has mentioned that in a video before.

[@tanagitrattana5557]

Garmin Watch You're Is Tactical Style very Hansom!!!

[@philipjdry1234]

Medical is a kind of trained professional territory, but having what is needed. Especially what is missing is great in an emergency. I would still like someone trained, personally, lol

[@levihagen5491]

Hey there, new to the channel and already like what I see. Instantly subbed. Question though, what is the key code gun case for your Glock? would love to shop for one. Thanks in advance. (The case you show at 7:38 )

[@TheTranq]

I started with the larger Tier I holster but also switched to the one you have due to it being inconvenient and bulky

[@keithfredericksen6453]

what holster is that

[@TheTranq]

@@keithfredericksen6453 Tier I T1-M

[@grantfosdick3852]

So Im a little late to the vid, but just out of curiousity, is there any reason your not carrying a chest seal? I feel like if your carrying an NCD, it would make a lot of sense if you were to carry a chest seal. I understand you can make an improvised one pretty easy, but to me I feel like it would just make more sense to have one on hand

[@SRGCAL]

Great video man, what kind of case you got on your iPhone?

[@ohitsham]

Looks like the Incipio Duo Case

[@SRGCAL]

@@ohitsham thx!

[@MadHatter54]

Awesome kit. garmin watches are the best, broke down and upgraded from a fenix 6 pro solar to a garmin instinct 2 and its awesome for what i need. (trucker addition) since i don't do commercial diving anymore. carry a mymedic recon in my semi and have an ifak to carry in my pocket or hip. spyderco or benchmade otf depending on the day, an olight maradermini in the recon bag and warrior x pro in the pocket usually and a tactileturn nautilus pen. love edc vids

[@tanagitrattana5557]

Very hansome!!!