Which Survival Kit Would You Choose?! Kit A or Kit B?!

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[@AcidSalamander7331]

I feel this video highlights the most important thing, it doesn’t matter what kit you have it is knowledge of how to use it that will keep you alive

[@hoss5852]

Absolutely

[@Morski_BlackFox]

Agree completely! That's why Adrew is my skill-guru whose I'm following!

[@DoctorSuezz]

100% agreed! Great comment!

[@Dev05-fr5np]

yes I am

[@jovenalasis4468]

I appreciate Andrew's honesty here. He admitted that it took him three attempts to successfully start a fire with a bowdrill set. Other bushcraft KZbinrs would have been embarassed to admit that. By doing so, he also set proper expectations to his viewers. Yes, you can make a fire by rubbing two sticks together, but that would be difficult to do in wet and windy environments.

[@kyucumbear]

It does also help to showcase the ups and downs of either kit, so it has to be mentioned.

[@RodCornholio]

A. That shelter capability is #1. You're going to be thankful for the thousands of years in technological development to be able to keep wind and precipitation at bay, virtually instantaneously. Other than immediate emergencies, exposure is the #1 threat is survival.

[@kosfireandbushcraft]

I agree with you. basically kit A covert all your needs immediately. most importantly fire (matches). you can quickly get your fire going and boil water in the container while setting up a tarp tent/lean to. compass helps you in basic orientation. knife is better imho because you can do finer tasks better as well as making tools (wedge to split bigger pieces of wood). cordage is a bit easier to live without. you normally have your shoe laces for bow drill or you can make natural cordage depending on you environment.

[@rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594]

A couple heavy duty 55 gallon drum liners can make instant shelter or fashioned into windproof/waterproof garments.. Don't forget to include ventilation

[@KrPrepaid]

The thermal blanket is just as good. It's waterproof and great for keeping you warm. You can also boil water in most thermal blankets if you don't have anything else.

[@Tryputo404]

@KrPrepaid Most space blankets are awful, like as thin as tinfoil and not much more durable.

[@marcleblanc6293]

Fire is number one for several reasons, then shelter.

[@user-zu9ym2lw3i]

A - for summer B- for winter Both all the time.

[@leonelalmeida7921]

But B doesn't have a guarantee to provide fire, and this in winter is a difference between staying warm or turning into an ice cream...

[@_jocker_games_]

​@@leonelalmeida7921 B doesn't have a guarantee to provide fire, A does have guarantee to NOT sustain fire. You will produce more heat during collecting wood then while burning it

[@MarkWeston-h8e]

A is better full stop all year round ready made shelter weatherproof match’s and a more versatile tool doesn’t matter time of year will always be plenty of dead wood won’t need the axe to be honest

[@ThroughTheGatesOfHell]

huh? other way round maybe, A has a better firestarter and better shelter capability

[@Danceswithempties]

Really goes to show no kit is perfect. A custom tailored kit to your predicted environment & skill is the only way to go & be willing to change it up with the seasons.

[@kevinroberts781]

Absolutely! I'm making bags for my immediate family for Christmas. It has everything I can think of to survive for 24-36 hours. These family members know nothing of survival so I can't count on them to use the items for anything other precieved intended uses. These items could keep you alive for many weeks but I'm counting on 24+ hours. Wilderness survival, car emergency, electronic charging.

[@NewHampshireJack]

Where I am retired in the tropics (Philippines), we have two seasons. Typhoon/rainy season for several months and the rest of the year. I would gravitate toward kit B most of the time. It is rarely cold during typhoon season but make no mistake, when you are soaked, hypothermia could easily become a problem. Be sure of your fire making skills so you are able to deal with the damp materials nature offers. Now, up in the mountains of Baguio, it gets cold enough to have a light frost. Knowing that environment, a different choice of gear might be appropriate. Note that some of our gear may be different here. For example, a machete would be the tool of choice for many.

[@alhart6126]

It all come down to this, skill sets, environment, season, destination and pace(duration), final goal and forcast weather.

[@Peterinnerbickler]

If it is freezing out and you fell in the water between the two kits offered, you absolutely need it with the storm proof matches and you need it right now to get warm and dry. You can't afford the time to make a bow drill and in particular if a bow drill fails and you start over again. Also, as your wet body starts to freeze you are going to have trouble moving your fingers, hands and later arms. If you don't get a fire going quickly you might not even ageable to hold a stormproof match to strike it. You can listen to a video with audio only on Jack London's book, To Build A Fire or watch one of the movies. From that you will understand exactly.

[@ThomasSpearman-g3y]

Which kit? Kit "A" first time every time. The storm matches ensures I won't freeze to death. One well known survival instructor said "Survival is easy- just don't die."

[@irjake]

What about in the desert? Being able to carry water without fear of spilling could outweigh the value of a fire. Knowing which environment you're going to be would be important to know which kit would be better.

[@MarkWeston-h8e]

Anyone that knows anything about survival is gonna go a knife is more versatile has a decent tarp for shelter and as u said those storm match’s are gonna make things easier in wet weather plus they are dry wood if u don’t get the fire light first time

[@jameshendrix8100]

Honestly I would combine both kits into one and probably have said kits stashed in a vehicle, maybe even a few bags of dehydrated food and some bottles of water.

[@kyucumbear]

@@irjake Don't deserts get seriously cold at night? Kit A still has better shelter capabilities so that might save you there.

[@darylb7453]

No reason to go with either kit. I would choose the items out of both kits that are suitable for me. That then would be my kit. Great video, it teaches us what you already know. Improvise, adapt, and overcome

[@j.robertsergertson4513]

The matches in kit A are the selling point. Instant fire is a life saver. I'd rather have a hatchet ,but matches are #1 Don't underestimate the hatchet though for fine carving .theirs a dude on wild manlife ,does mad fine carving work on traps with a hatchet

[@bogopuar7463]

Im going with kit B. I can use the hatchet to create what I need and still have the heft of the hatchet. Making it easier to process material for a debris shelter and use the mylar blanket as a cover for myself, cover for a debris bed, or reflector in my shelter. I like the idea of a canteen and cup over the bush pot for carrying and purifying water. I can place the canteen cup next to the fire for boiling water. The paracord can be used in so many ways. The backpack has multiple uses as well. In real life I would use a combination of the two. I enjoyed the video and the thought provoking issues.

[@Mr.Matchingsocks]

It's hard to beat a fire starter, especially up here in the Midwest this time of year.

[@MarkWeston-h8e]

Plenty of dead wood in winter the knife would be better for finner details like feather sticks plus it comes with storm match’s which stand up to horrible weather in the long run a is actually the better option as it give h a ready made shelter weather proof matches and a more versatile tool

[@davidsutton1121]

@@MarkWeston-h8e u can use the ax as a knife and with a little skill do all u can with a knife and more. y does every nomadic people have an ax? because the ax is the survival king. with an ax u can make any tool u need

[@MarkWeston-h8e]

@ can’t use a ale as a spear or use it to finally fill it something like a fish

[@davidsutton1121]

@@MarkWeston-h8e u can make a spear with an ax and u can fillet a fish just takes skill. with an ax u can make just about any tool u need. u can not with a knife

[@mikewinner1658]

Kit A. The matches and the heavier tarp really improves your situation

[@VikingRWR]

A is the clear winner. Knife is self explanatory. Tarp is multi functional; shelter, rain catch, carrying ability assuming it doesn't tear and you can fashion some natural cordage or source it on the move, I feel like I find lots of rope and fishing line when I'm in the woods. Pot and matches for boiling water, creating char material, pot for carrying water. Compass for staying on track or retracing steps.

[@jasongarling20]

I agree with you. Situational dependant! I absolutely 💯 love this kind of videos!

[@johnbland1422]

Korean War Veteran taught me in winter carry your canteen inside of your jacket and your spare socks. Canteen won't freeze, and your socks will be warm, or you can dry them out, always take care of your feet. Alot of the things my dad taught me growing up, I thought everyone knew for a long time.

[@swampdaley6088]

Greetings from UK. Excellent video. I'm taking both kits. I like to keep a separate bottle of potable water from collected raw water. Thermal blanket and waterproof sheet are a must.

[@MrButcher1981]

Great. A video with German language translation. Now I can concentrate more on the content instead of reading the subtitles. Keep up the good work. Best wishes from Germany

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

Danke

[@kevinroberts781]

I'm actually putting together 5 bags for my immediate family for Christmas. These bags will have everything they need to survive for 24-36 hours. Wilderness survival, Car support "jump pack, inflation", charging ability for electronics. Everything i can think of they may face is in these bags and I'm still adding stuff.

[@jacobshelt01]

Great 👍 idea. I’m buying myself a new kelty 105 Glendale bag 💼 with tent sleeping bag and a few other survival items

[@iramkjr76]

Great ideal but show them how to use the stuff. As God is my witness I did that a year ago and my grandson who is police officer came back in the house after trying the Ferrell rod and couldn’t get it to work - hadn’t scraped the coating off. Don’t assume they know how to use the items show them.

[@frost8077]

Excellent video for showing how to make A and B act as equals. Funny you pick A for winter, when I like A more for Florida's summers. That rain tarp will be essential. Then the bigger pot means boiling more drinking water at a time and it can double as a basket like the backpack can. Matches are easy, compass is convenient for cloudy days, and then I don't need to mention the importance of a good knife. I would expect kit B to be better for colder areas, at least forested mountainous areas anyways. For where I live, I'm going with kit A for sure.

[@cindyjean3208]

I was torn between the two… I kinda wanted to just mix the two… Always happy to hear your explanations… so informative… Thanks a bunch😊 Happy survival Sunday 😁

[@sharzadgabbai4408]

Kit#1 Mors Kochanski;Pot, bowsaw blade, candle, ferro rod, knife , mylar and plastic for super shelter,cordage , down jacket.

[@thomasbrandon5111]

A-for me because of fire and shelter. 10-15 feet of cord would be a real round out for it. Thanks as always Col.

[@maxkore278]

this is great content for teaching alternative tool use what about the fire plow method though for kit B?

[@JonathanSmith-ke3lc]

For my skillset and environment A would be best. The instant fire and better shelter shading B.

[@Local-Democracy-Officer]

That paracord is really tempting, but I'll go kit A

[@jpjohnbo]

I replace all my shoestrings with 550 cord as soon as I pull the shoes out of the box, so I'm never without cordage (see timestamp 21:40). While the video didn't state how long each kit would have to last, I'm thinking that a mylar blankets durability is greatly shorter that the waterproof blanket. And when you're cold, wet and miserable (the reason I no longer live in snow country), being able to easily make fire is a must. Lastly, while the importance of the compas was downplayed, unintentionally extending your stay in an unhospitable environment because you're lost, can be not only be uncomfortable, but deadly. So, I'm a fan of "Kit A" no matter what time of year.

[@marcleblanc6293]

Number one fire starter.....for several reasons...warmth, boiling water to drink and of course to cook food. Number 2 knife, 3- axe, 4- para coward, 5 tarp....then some kind of cooking set including a pot. Sleeping pad optional, laying down boughs can certainly be a substitute, axe helps to harvest wood to build a shelter like leantoo, I would also include a box of fishing hooks and spool of line to harvest fish, snare wire for rabbits and squirrels......

[@jimsullender3435]

I would keep both kits in the backpack and have better odds of survival!

[@charoletteyanos5825]

The items in kit A, coul easily fit into the back pack of kit B. No need to choose, when you can combine both. However, I would add a change of clothing, and some food. And maybe a wool blanket. This is a good survival video, but it's also adaptable to fit your needs.😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊.

[@Nunya9876]

Don’t forget the edc gear in your pockets/on you. EDC gear comes in handy and the other gear in your kit give you more options.

[@mysustainabilityjourney9321]

Back pack....my most favourite item. I carry one with me at all times.

[@stuartniven2401]

Awesome!! Thank you, Andrew!

[@apepex1464]

Kit B. The two kits are doable but skills and knowledge are needed for both kits, I can do with either kits but I prefer kit B. I can understand people picking kit A but it depends on the person’s skill level too, and with that I’m picking kit B.

[@scheisstag]

Is there reasoning behind? Without arguments its just a random decision for us.

[@apepex1464]

@ kit A has all the items to be comfortable and can easily be used by everyone with no survival skills. Kit B lacks items for immediate survival situations for most people, but for the right person with knowledge of bushcraft, survival skills, and experience the kit be can be their choice. An axe will last longer than a knife and the handle can be fixed easily, A tarp is great but a survival blanket can do the same thing, a compass is convenient but you can actually use sticks and shadow to find north, Matches will run out but knowledge of making fire from natural materials takes skills. You don’t really need a large pot, military canteen cups are strong enough to be used as a shovel too. Paracords can be used to lash, make traps, fishing lines, and tons of other uses. The backpack is convenient when moving on to other places or collect materials needed for survival, it also can insulate and protect you like a shield from animal attacks. Both kits are just convenient to have but the real test is surviving on your own skill, knowledge, and experience.

[@scheisstag]

@@apepex1464 Thanks for your answer. I dont want to offend you. But have you actually done all this stuff? I mean: actually caught animals in homemade traps? Fished fish in an amount that you can live of it? And then second step: with diy fishing gear? Made fire without bringing anything? I mean: not taking dry wood to drill with into nature, but really tested your skills in a likely survival situation: A rainy cold day, within half an hour time frame, with the wood used for drilling collected on site? Protected against animal attacks with a backpack? I am asking this, because in my opinion some of the stuff is borderline impossible. Not for you. But for everybody. Most of this stuff is a bush craft myth and not possible in reality. I think, there is a reason why the most common post seems to be a gear set (with lots of knives and axes). Because nobody can post a clip of him actually using it. To start with: the only animals likely to attack you in the wild are bears, cougars, crocodiles and so on. You get the picture. I cant see a backpack of much use here. I am fishing for decades regularly. I was able to live of my fish for 17 days. But this was under optimal conditions. There are plenty of days in a row ending totally unsuccessful for me. I doubt, that anybody can start a fire in rain by drilling it. Because its already hard to achieve with a lighter. And I have never seen it done. Not even on film. And I dont get why people seem to be so obsessed with axes. If you want to cut down a tree its much easier done with a saw. The only thing axes are optimal for is splitting wood with the fiber of the wood. Thats the reason why in the normal civilized world axes are only used to split wood or by firefighters. And you need to split wood to make the size of the wood fit into an oven. But in the wild you are using a bonfire...Not an oven. So cutting with the fiber is actually kind of never needed in the wild....And it is hard to hunt for me with a shotgun. I am certainly not able to live of the animals I kill without a gun. How do I end up thinking this way? I have lived in a tent for five years through all seasons. Part of this time in real wilderness in Kamtschatka, Canada, Greenland, Papua New Guinea, Afghanistan and the Amazon. Five years is a long time to master all this stuff. But I havent. So I wonder how all this people with certainly a lot less time spent outdoors have achieved it....

[@apepex1464]

@ Thanks for the reply, I haven’t taken any offense from your comments. It’s important to share our knowledge and skills with others without judgment. I wouldn’t say I can do it all in a survival situation but I’m pretty sure in a tropical climate I will thrive, my only concern would be in a snowy cold environment. I grew up in a tropical climate fishing, farming, and collecting wild edibles. I only carry survival edc gear now because I’m older and it’s a lot easier to have it than start with nothing, but if it comes to it where I have nothing on me I can make items from nature through bushcrafting. I practice trapping rats with home made traps, fish with found items at the beach, and made fire with friction with fireroll. Fire starting in the rain is not impossible, wet fire wood has a core that is dry inside. Splitting the wood and using the core with fire making techniques is hard but not impossible, what makes surviving hard is the mindset. I’ve studied and watched countless videos on survival techniques, but more importantly I lived and grew up outdoors when I was younger and had a head start in learning some skills. The backpack is just another piece of gear that can separate you from a wild animal attack, you can wear it in the front to look larger while protecting your chest or wear it regularly in the back and have protection from surprise attacks. I chose the axe because it has more value in long term survival and can do most things a knife can, a fix knife has more chances of breaking from hard use. There was a video from the fifties or sixties of an Indian using an axe large axe to survive the Canadian wilderness, he made shelter, started a fire, made a trap and caught a pig, and at the end he made a dug out canoe and paddled out. He did this with just a large axe. It takes skills, knowledge, and experience to survive with just an axe. I have no doubt someone can survive with just a knife but for me an axe is my tool. There are survival bushcrafting items that are banned from using in all states unless it’s a dire emergency and not used casually, one item is the two pointed side fish hook that is used to catch fish easier. Survival isn’t about proving to anyone that you can do it but sharing ideas, knowledge, tips, tricks, and passing on the techniques that can benefit us all.

[@scheisstag]

@@apepex1464 What I am talking of is staying outside with limited gear for a longer amount of time. It must definitely be possible. Since people in prehistoric times didnt had sophisticated tools and still managed to do so. But I think an overlooked fact is, that they nearly always did it in a group. I tried to find somebody that skilled on the globe. And never succeded. I lived with Pemon, Macushi, Wapichana, Kuna, Gwichin, Inuit, Dani, Lani, Buna, Maroons, Karribeans and many more. All good hunters. But non of them really living as a full time hunter and gatherer. In greenland for example only the two most northern villages on both sides of the island still have some full time hunting families. I have only been to Ittoqqortoormiit, the more remote one in the east. And found around four full time hunter out of probably 400 people. But they of course do it with modern weapons. This means: even this people, with the tradition and the knowledge of their ancestors and with life long experience cant do it. Because of this fact I question it a little bit if people tell me they would set traps in survival situation. Not only is the food not really needed, because you can live easily three weeks from your body fat. But also you cant make your way out while setting and controlling traps. But also I find it hard to believe, that this people actually catch animals in a meaningful amount. I was followed and (fake) attacked by a Grizzly once. I personally see no value in a backpack as a shield in an actual attack.

[@jaybakata5566]

Another great video as always! I love all Ranger Survival and Field Craft videos. Keep educating and sharing knowledge, thanks.

[@doubled3983]

Hello from Oklahoma! Interesting video. I generally carry a knife, hatchet, saw, and some pruning shears. I guess I'm what you'd call a tool geek. But, in my 50+ years of woods roaming these things have served me well. I won't get into the rest of my "kit". But it's fun to watch. Keep them coming.

[@rustynail7609]

Oklahoma represents! 🤘🏼

[@Kelvin-c9h]

Take me home kit 🤔..............Kit from Knight Rider 😊 job done !

[@jylbo]

Kit A for me. Making friction fire during canadian winter, deep in snow, is a deal breaker for kit B. Hatchet may be better for chopping large wood pieces, but it's absolutely not necessary, as fire will cut long logs in middle.

[@Mr.Matchingsocks]

I live not too far south of you in Wisconsin. The matches are absolutely the most life saving piece of kit offered here. I have never gotten a friction fire going in anything but the best of conditions, and trying to get one going in the freezing wind and snow would be literally impossible for me, so... matches.

[@jylbo]

@@Mr.Matchingsocks Have a great winter, friend ! Stay warm ;)

[@jylbo]

@@Mr.Matchingsocks 100% right ! That's why every canadian should at least have a small, but great quality firesteel with them all the time.

[@winfieldagonoy]

Happy first of the month and thank you very much for bringing in outstanding leadership skills in survival and bushcrafts. God Bless you and your top of the line channel.

[@jenniferstewarts4851]

The key here is survival. This isn't just walking out into the woods and living. This is getting into a bad situation, and having to wait. Sometimes hours... Sometimes a few days. This often flips priorities. Food and water can often wait but shelter, from sun, wind, rain, and snow become first priority... heat... may beat out shelter in some cases. But the object is to survive till rescue comes

[@NuocMamDaily]

Love your videos, sir. Keep them reeling 🎥 in!!!!

[@allthingsharbor]

I will opt for Kit C ... filled with the items easy and comfortable for ME and what will be useful based on MY location.

[@PeterFairhurst-v3e]

I'd go for A. First things you need are shelter and fire. The tarp you can make into a tent quite easily...all you need are wooden pegs and a pole in the centre. Then you know you have fire. Dry and warm. It's a no brainer.

[@natashaball316]

Cool video! I would go with kit A!

[@BrianF64]

Given the two choices. A is my choice. Prefer a knife over a hatchet. It's lighter and more versatile. You can always find down wood or break dead wood for a fire to get a fire going. A tarp for shelter is always good. Gives you shade in the desert, keeps you dry and warmer in the cold. And the compass to get you home. Though the cordage in B is tempting even though a lot of plant bark can be used for cords.

[@rogueraven7603]

I’m leaning towards kit B. I like the canteen and pack. The axe can crack a rock with the hammer side to gat that sparking edge and you can make char material with the cup for longer term fire making. Cordage for repairs and making a travois for resource transport and part of a reoccurring shelter. Just a thought or two.

[@arctodussimus6198]

I would rather have the hatchet in the winter, but your assessment of kit A for winter makes sense.

[@robertharris3577]

Cody Lundeen’s 98.6 book emphasizes the importance of body temperature regulation so agree kit A in the winter. Tarp beats mylar and matches beat bow drill. Andrew, would love to see a video about transporting fire/coals and preserving the fire it took you so long to make with the bow drill.

[@jasonprairie9968]

Kit A, based on the rule of 3's, 3 minutes without air, 3 hours without shelter, 3 days without water, 3 weeks without food. Kit A takes care of all but food rather robustly. Stay safe Andrew and great video. HOOAHH!!!

[@Jaecht88]

Also they say three month without any human contact you'll be in danger of committing suicide

[@peterbogart4531]

A generally beats B for me with fire starter, tarp for shelter, and pot for purifying water and for cooking. This minimalizing just makes me want a good tough ruck that carries 40 pounds comfortably. My first priority kit item is actually always a powerful, predator-capable firearm with plentiful ammo. Everything else to make for year-long survival, including cabin building, horticulture, fishing, and hunting.

[@TheHomesteader-Life]

Always Great Videos Man ✅️

[@Miss_moonlite]

That’s a tough one but I’ll go with Kit A

[@davekrauser7070]

So glad I don't have to choose between the tow, having all these items and more already in my kit.

[@julzsep90]

This genuinely looked Effortless but the most practical survival video I've seen yet. Thank you for the reminder that I am never done learning

[@martingreen2018]

Love that you've got a Brit canteen set

[@carrdoug99]

'A' All day. B loses on the mylar sheet as my only cover element alone. The tarp in A would be a poncho. I would also prefer the cordage over the compass. I would cheat by having the pocket knife I always carry on my person. Then, I could exchange the belt knife for a silky type saw.

[@outbackowl3040]

Hi Andrew, greeting from Australia 🇦🇺, thank you for your time to make these videos .

[@ajherring92]

I agree that in the cold you'd want a hatchet over a knife. My car kit includes a hatchet and the materials necessary to make a super shelter. I'm likewise in a Midwestern state with temps below freezing and wind chills below zero this weekend.

[@vk3zen-rfdesign980]

I agree Kit A for winter. kit B for summer. im in australia and IMHO those are the best options for my situation. Cheers Andrew awesome video as usual. was waiting for it to drop as your videos are the highlight of my YT experience. i hope your new tasking is everything you hoped it would be.

[@LisaTurner-d1b]

I'm a Kit A for all seasons.

[@PeterFairhurst-v3e]

You have a valid point. Depends where you are in the world, and the season....and the time you are out there, of course.

[@backwoodssurvivalist1779]

I would have my own kit and but I do always have a fixed blade but overall in these two options. Kit B i like having cordage already ready in winter multiple uses

[@KLD2929]

I'll have to agree.

[@anthonylumsden4144]

When preparing fire wood. Collect wood shavings,and chips

[@TacticoolCraig]

You make a great case for each kit. Combined would be ideal with a ferro rod

[@JamesEBraus]

Tarp, hatchet, and knife. Will make do!

[@dalcassian9098]

Outstanding video...and no pushing of merch!

[@alanrice39]

I pick kit A and B, really love these videos, thanks Andrew, really appreciate you

[@stevefisher2121]

Honestly there are too many “what if’s” for me to choose. What environment you are in is going to dictate what option you choose. Excellent video as always.

[@ARAW-__-]

First is weather protection and thermal insulation. Then fire, then getting a signal

[@whitecompany18]

Can you drink a signal?

[@ARAW-__-]

@whitecompany18 I'm pretty you can. Signal is for calling rescue.

[@DaneStolthed]

I love these videos! Thank you for showing what these kits can do.

[@petezahrbock]

Awesome video Andrew. Going to go with kit A. But both kits are fantastic. Keep up the outstanding work!

[@COJ62]

A and B of course ;)

[@chriscon8463]

Great video & demonstration! You really highlight how important it is to have elements of both kits in an actual survival kit if able.

[@williamdroom5789]

Depends what the conditions you're facing. Nothing is set in stone. I like a saw and knife. I like the straw in the ruck to warm and dry your feet. Good info Andrew. 👍

[@diyshawn3028]

Love these Sunday vids! Thank you for doing them

[@thomas-i5o7h]

Well, to me, it only makes sense to combine kit a and kit b into one. That would give us every advantage we would need to make survival a little easier.

[@DustinRea]

"Processing material" is literally something I've never wasted time of energy on. It's so unnecessary. Just make a fire and burn the wood. The more you process it, the quicker it goes away. I'm in NW BC Canada so definitely way different flora, mind you. Way better off with a knife than a hatchet. My advice with the Morakniv brand is to avoid the stainless steel and get the high carbon. Sure, you need to keep it clean and dry so it doesn't rust, but it sure does sharpen up nice. Stainless is really difficult to sharpen and hold an edge. I didn't know about using high carbon steel to make fire, but mine sure does work nice with ferro rods. Primitive fire is something everyone should practice during every single outing. Just make it a tradition for everyone to compete in a first to make fire thing. It's fun when you actually have a lighter in your pocket.

[@JohnFourtyTwo]

I agree plus “processing material” and other buzz words and phrases screams heavily scripted video just like XYZ survival show where they’re always talking about calories for much too long like they’re giving a lecture.

[@DustinRea]

@@JohnFourtyTwo Yeah, processing material is what I would do if I was making a stool or a table or something. Bushcraft and survival are so different though. Once I get a fire going, I just put wood on it and if the wood is long, oh well. Burn it in half and then stoke it again. Energy should be conserved in survival situations as much as possible. Calories aren't frivolous expenditures anymore. And for all that time and energy to chop sticks in half, a guy could be hunting or fishing or foraging.

[@JohnFourtyTwo]

@ Exactly 👍

[@DustinRea]

@@JohnFourtyTwo hey have you tried out the paracord with all the goodies inside? Fishing line, sewing line, firestarter, cordage. I bought a bunch and used it to swap out the laces in all my footware so I always have some

[@PlainsmansCabin]

What was swimming out in the open water beyond the ice when you were getting water after breaking through the ice?

[@terryrichards8645]

Thank you for another informative video. More information I can put in my toolbox.😅😅

[@XCX237]

Kit A. Great video

[@smoke5620]

Good one Andrew 👍👍 Kit A Your videos drive home the idea of always be expanding your “Bushcraft and Survival skills knowledge” to take into the bush with you and have your kit filled out to what you really need to have personally, plus your EDC.

[@jeffreyleonard7210]

"Wood warms twice", but I will go for the kit with the matches. That way I can use daylight to gather dry grass for insulation under the tarp, not work up sweat that might lead to a chill, and save my calories. If it was warmer, I would take kit B, for the hatchet, backpack, and better options for water.

[@chrisvankeeffe4006]

another great one Andrew!

[@caroljordan2886]

Kit A. Fire making a pot to boil in tarp for shelter and carry the knife is obvious and the compass even if your not the best a orientation These items along with just a little knowledge gives better results

[@whtwolff658]

Im going with kit B. My kit is 5Cs: cutting, cordage, combustion, cover, & container.

[@axelthorn2263]

Hey first of all I haven't watched it yet so thought I'd give my opinion then and afterwards, I kind of want both but I think the one on the left with a green tick is definitely for survival and the one with a red cross on the right is for Bush crafting😊

[@bryanpratt5850]

You really showed a lot of valuable lifesaving skills. Thank you.

[@pharaohsmagician8329]

Masterful video

[@phild8095]

I carry most of that on a daily basis walking the dog. Plus 3-5 liters of water depending on the season.

[@renerere2232]

Exactly like you said, going full primal on the firestarting is not a good idea. I also tried friction fire starting many times and it is super hard. Always have one option for easy fire with you and then make it two to have a back up xD

[@dotconnector3889]

Kit A for sure, it has a fire starter.

[@carnivorecaveman]

I would chose kit B.

[@Morski_BlackFox]

Thank you Andrew! I was just looking for a reminder how get coordinates with shadow sticks. Btw, my present gear have more common with A. I spent 2 days in wood with 4 items in poncho roll additionally canteen and knife on belt. Poncho roll is the most comfortable thing on my back ever!

[@arnelanselmo7694]

It'll be a great advantage to have them both, considering that the weight is minimal and you'll having an alternate or dedicated tools for specific purpose.

[@robertedwards7749]

Question? based on the thumbnail photo which kit would you choose? My first thought before watching your video was. Am i in transit from where I don't want to be to where I need to be or am I already there? The deciding factor was when I saw the compass. If I am already in place, I would not need a compass. But if I am moving a compass would be very helpful or make it easier. Just a thought?

[@kleinkunst8453]

Kit A definitiv 💯 %👍🏼

[@lizchatfield692]

Id have a mix of the A N B and a big plastic bag and top quality candles.

[@davidjacobs828]

I'm going with a combination of kit a and b The more you know, the less you carry.. I carry a lot .

[@zakb6]

I'm taking kit A every single time, waterproof tarp and matches is goated

[@Legion-Prepper]

I'll choise kit C. My personal kit.🧐😉

[@RobertWhite-w4v]

i agree with many others , knowledge of using what you have is what will get you through, K.I.S.S keep it super simple , and be proficient in what you do and have and be able to adapt and think under pressure is what will make a difference, as former rocky mountain search and rescue for 10 yrs using your head and being calm goes a long ways, you should come out to the rocky mountaisn and do class for people Im sure you would enjoy the mountains in winter here.

[@Paul-d2o5q]

Well, both. In a survival situation, you grab EVERYTHING that pops out!!!!