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[@NewHampshireJack]

Ten minutes of pertinent information with zero fluff. We like it.

[@wesscoates5676]

I mean, i saw a little bit of fluff, but it went up in flames. I'll see myself out...

[@NewHampshireJack]

@@wesscoates5676 You executed that like a PRO!

[@mysticjedi6730]

If you are using a battery to make a fire you are finished.. Take a roll of electrical tape over tourniquet in pockets (not on chest rig)

[@coolchange954]

@@mysticjedi6730No shit Sherlock?From Ronald Reagan Marine Corps!1984

[@joecummings1062]

Finally.... Information , nothing more...

[@Biomass1]

I carried the early 600 Gerber in the 90s. Broke it years ago and had it in a drawer for 25 years. I had 2 broken ones and contacted Gerber during covid. They had me send a pic of the broken tools but didn't want me to send them in. They sent me 2 brand new ones about 2 weeks later. I was impressed to say the least. Good on you Gerber.

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

That’s awesome! I have a broken one and may be contacting Gerber!

[@fyrchmyrddin1937]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft I never even heard of a multi-tool being part of their CIF list. Hell, I didn't even draw a bayonet or pocketknife! (Though I was gifted a Bundeswehr pocket knife from our 'sister unit'). Thanks for making me feel really, really old, I guess? 😁

[@Biomass1]

@@yellowbrand3524 No. They sent me 2 new ones. Lol

[@cvcoco]

Quality? Leatherman wouldnt break parts?

[@__logan__duvalier__]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft my 600 Gerber broke back then also !

[@chrismackay8314]

That gum wrapper trick is cool. Thanks again

[@dammitdan106]

Pro Tip. Twist on/off AA maglites: turn one battery around until you deploy the flashlight. Otherwise it can turn on when stowed and oops dead batteries right when you need it.

[@maxpinson5002]

You can also cut a strip of plastic to slip between the 2 batteries or at one end of the light or the other, and it will prevent contact until removed, and can be quickly pulled out

[@ytty5183]

Duracell batteries tend to leak. KZbin to clean damage electronics, don't throw away until you try cleaning.

[@chrisconversino6294]

There are also upgrade kits that will turn the base into an on/off switched. I carried mine on my belt and the light was on half the day as I brushed against things. Since I went to the switch, no problems.

[@fyrchmyrddin1937]

Good advice! Plus leaving them in can corrode the light.

[@shawnr771]

Or lit up in your pocket while on patrol. Saw that happen once. After that we put a piece of tape on them as SOP.

[@wuffos]

0:02 Gerber Multi-Tool 1:57 Knife 2:37 Lighter & Chapstick for starting fires 3:52 ParaCord 4:53 Pen & Notebook 5:22 Chewing Gum 5:37 Flashlight 6:25 Gum Foil & Battery fire starter 7:34 Large Cravatte Bandage 7:56 Snack(s) 8:15 Tourniquet

[@donaldstrader7241]

Thanks for the table of contents. It took me a while to figure out that it was a All Weather Pokka Pocket Pen at 4:53.

[@johnwilson5637]

Should have included condoms - excellent water carriers.

[@DomoArigatoRobot0]

Thank you, always appreciate it when someone like you breaks out the vid into chapters if the orig vid is not.

[@1johnmthompson]

You forgot the most important use of the flashlight to check the porta potty for critters and bugs before using 😅 😜

[@Lily-has-wings]

This is probably the best survival item video I have ever watched. Thank you.

[@charlietobin8728]

That’s correct man straight to the point no jaw jackin just the basic fats and needs

[@recondo4u]

Straight to the point, plain and simple! Thanks Andrew

[@just9911]

I love how as much as things change, some things stay the same. This is the same list of essentials my grandfather (also a veteran and a survival instructor) taught me decades ago. My day pack always has these items (and a few other things I’ve found really handy in the bush like a poncho and basic water purification gear) in the large organizer pouch despite me spending most of my time in the suburbs. That bag is never more than 50 feet away from me.

[@greekveteran2715]

It will take hundreds of years,and still,it will only be just 1 or 2 items added or replaced. Example,the flashlight that was added eventually or the Bic lighter,that eventually replaced the flint that our grandfathers used.

[@paulwolf7562]

Even if you're not in the military, it's always good to have items like these on hand. Mini Mags are getting harder to come by, but others are available. It's always good to know how to make fire, even in an urban setting.

[@dalehood1846]

@paulwolf, You are absolutely right. Fire starting is essential, and with a small "rocket stove" to heat water and cook on, you can survive all kinds of situations. Just last night, (ne Ohio) tornado warning, lost power at 12:39 AM, did not come back on until 11:45AM. We cannot depend on public utilities or gov't. Self sufficiency is an invaluable tool. All the best and may God bless. Keep honing your skills, don't let other people sway you. They will sometimes say your ideas aren't good. Mainly because they aren't their ideas. Take care.

[@divchief07ut]

Oolight make ALOT of great lights

[@matthewbrown6163]

First rule I learned in the Reserves - carry a Swiss Arny Knife (Tinker Model) & Bic Lighter in your shirt pockets. We used Hexamine Tablets / Stoves to get a brew going for the then boil in the bag meals. You then used that water to shave & have a wash where you needed it. Often the rations were eaten cold but a warm meal was seen as a bonus. The smaller size means you won't be leaving it behind.

[@sw33n3yto00]

Actually bought a Gerber during reception at boot camp in '94. We couldn't carry our pocket knives, but the multitools that me and a buddy bought were used through boot and air by literally everyone including drill sergeants. 😂

[@MarilynStangl]

In the Marine boot camp we were stripped of all personal gear except prescription glasses! Even our crayons, mean bastards!

[@dalehood1846]

Ouch! Not even crayons!

[@Tourist1967]

​@@MarilynStanglWhat did you eat?

[@darylsarbaugh3491]

In Basic and AIT (osut) at Benning in '91 we were not allowed to carry any blade of any kind. But every day after arriving at my first duty ststion (Schofield) I carried the multi plier by Gerber and the Huntsman by Victorinox, two tools I still use to this day 31 years later.

[@jeremiahyoder2259]

Schofield barracks home of the 25th id loved that place was there 99 to 03

[@darylsarbaugh3491]

@@jeremiahyoder2259 I was 2plt Bco 3/22. The same platoon in the movie Platoon. In '94 I went to LRSD 125th MI Bn

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

I like the Field Master SAK! It’s like the huntsman but instead of the corkscrew it’s the Philips head screwdriver.

[@darylsarbaugh3491]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft I have seen that too. I have a Hiker which is also Phillips. It is missing scissors and parcel hook. I forget what is the mirror of that with corkscrew. My huntsman has some wear and tear, but functionally it is like new.

[@davidm1149]

I went through Great Lakes in '91 (yah, I know, it's not a "real" boot camp), then Benning in '00. The Army was rougher, but at least I wasn't behind a desk with the paper weenies.

[@Timberbeartrail]

You know what I like about you, Andrew, what I like about you as you leave your ego aside. You just talk about what to do and how to do it. So many other people it is their style do I know they do it in a Braggadocious kind of way you don’t do it that way and I appreciate that.

[@zippitydoodah5693]

Amen. I just unsubbed from an ego-driven fella that has turned into a whiner lately and subscribed to this channel instead. You nailed it with your description.

[@xderiwx]

@@zippitydoodah5693 LOL. Was he whiny AF?

[@zippitydoodah5693]

@@xderiwx Now now. I ain't trying to make any personal attacks here. That's why I kept the subject of my comment unnamed and vague. _HOWEVER_ , it is noted that despite my ambiguity and vagueness, you have recognized the behavioral description, and have correlated it logically to the correct individual all on your own. Ain't hating or throwing shade. Just letting Ranger here know he' getting at least one new subscriber ( and likely two more ) because he _doesn't_ display the whiny behavior many are finding cringe beyond toleration.

[@asmith7876]

@@xderiwxHmmmm, why whoever could you mean? I think him and the Major here had the same boss, but no longer. 😅

[@gregoryknox4444]

I'm formally SF in 1970's and I have forgotten many of these things ....... nice video and thanks for the memories.

[@rik.writing.roughly3058]

Great video Ranger, but I do have a suggestion (from an ol' Devil Dog if that gives me any credibility.) One of the most important tools for me when I went to the field was (and is) a Swiss Army Knife. While I do have a many leathermans and pliers based multitools, one huge way they fail for me is the grooming/healthcare aspect. Hear me out, when being in the field for a long time, the first thing people neglect is grooming and hygiene, a small swiss army knife bridges a huge gap there. Need a clean and sharp knife for digging out foreign objects without the fear of infection? Want to trim a mustache, hang nails, or pop blisters? I like to keep a clean swiss army knife for "sanitary" purposes only tucked away somewhere, hell, I even throw them in IFAKS and other med kits just because. If you do get separated from your main blade, you have an alternative to at least open up some MREs. Also a cool little trading item, I used to trade the little ones for patches, or gear or whatever some other dude in the unit might have that you need. Oh and btw you can make little slots for them almost on any piece of clothing and weigh nothing! Great content man!

[@mwillblade]

Your "Doc" should have instructed you not to pop blisters, well maybe the ones on the back ankles where the boots rub that's sometimes necessary.

[@morgan10152]

I love the Ranger Lighter. The modification I made was to cut two Q-Tips in half, and insert them into the Chapstick at 12-3-6-9 o'clock. Cap still fits. Works great and less messy.

[@joeyperez8581]

Appreciate the info.. I thank God for Americans like you.

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

Another top shelf video sir. I appreciate the simple, straightforward tutorials. Always been a Leatherman fan, but I may look into one for my nephew. Brain tumor treatment is done for the foreseeable future. So it’ll time to the woods. Cheers and Carpe Diem.🤙

[@NonyaDamnbusiness]

Former 19K here and I remember when the first Gerber multitools came out in the early 90s. A few of us tankers bought them and used them every day on the tank. The pliers and/or flat-head screwdrivers on every single one eventually *BROKE* so we all went back to Leatherman multitools. After that experience, I never touched another Gerber *anything* ever again. Sure, it could have been a steel heat treatment issue with the first batch of Gerbers, but I'm not willing to pay to find out again. Leatherman multitools and Casio G-Shock watches are Tanker-Approved(tm) as those seemed to be the only items we carried on our persons that an M1A1 heavy tank couldn't just outright destroy in the field or on deployment. And I'm not talking about the new fat Leatherman tools but the old-school throwbacks like the Bond or You can keep your Gerber multitool, I'll stick with my old-school Leatherman multitool. A close second to the Leatherman is the Victorinox Swisstool but they're way expensive and much too "shiny" to drag around in the field. I use that one in my day-to-day civilian job and it seems to do OK, but I'm not dragging it to the field like I will my Leatherman. At no time have I *ever* seen CIF issue any sort of multitool to any armored vehicle crewman even though we need them more than pretty much any other MOS so please let me know what MOS gets issued a Gerber multitool?

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

The basic model gerber has definitely been issued it may have been part of the “rifleman’s” Kit. I have a few of them so they may have been part of RFI as well. I’m a Leatherman fan myself, but for a throw away tool I don’t mind kicking the crap out of a Gerber will suffice.

[@168Diplomat]

Yeah I carried one of the original leatherman’s right after they first came out as a 31C -11B LRSD right after they got put on the books. I also carried a lock back SAK I have fixed everything from radios to Huey’s with those two. ( yeah I showed my age with that one ). Lol

[@ericktamberg670]

As a police officer in Brazil, I carried by many years a Victorinox multi-tool that I bought in 2000. It was very useful, specially when dealing with recovered stolen vehicles or searching by hidden narcotics. But the tools are some fragile, specially the screwdriver tips. Years later I bought a Leatherman Super Tool 200. It's less comfortable to handle, but more rugged than Victorinox by far.

[@SCRalston]

The unit supply sgt bought our multitools in the units I was in.

[@topguntoyota6790]

Ten minutes of pertinent information with zero fluff. Well done.

[@Cale_Davison]

There is an artistic beauty to your best videos. Simple still-life paintings brought to life. Red bandanna against the green woods or orange vest against blue water and sky. Etc.

[@majorhykroutdoors1986]

Our Gerber Multitools were the MP-600 Basic. We were not issued any multitools until we went through the Rapid Fielding Initiative (RFI) lane at CIF when we deployed in 2006. Most soldiers that carried multitools bought them themselves. The first soldier that I knew who used one was in my platoon in Germany before we deployed to Operation Desert Storm. He had the old Leatherman in the brown leather sheath. He was an 88M (Truck Driver) in our Support Platoon for our Mech Infantry Battalion.

[@Jerry-jg1uc]

When I was in Germany in 1992 - 1996 as a mechanic if we wanted a Gerber or Leatherman we had to buy them. I bought my Leatherman and used the hell out of it, I was using it to fix a track and one of the grew walked off with it 2 weeks before I came home, I was so pissed.

[@mcburcke]

I really like the Gerber 800...have carried one since they came out. Great tool. Another really good one is the Leatherman Wave Plus. Also a great tool.

[@terrywarner8657]

In the pause between Desert Storm and Desert Stampede, I was deployed to Kuwait City where there was an Army explosive ordnance disposal unit. The Sergeant Major had a Leatherman, and he explained he'd changed the starter on his Blazer with it. Convinced me I needed one.

[@woodrowcall3269]

@@mcburckeI carry the Wave, good handy everyday tool.

[@fyrchmyrddin1937]

@@Jerry-jg1uc Yup, said as much above - personally didn't even draw a bayonet or pocketknife. The 'giveaway' was talking about mini-Maglites as being commonplace and referring to headlamps. Circa '89, Maglites really weren't that common, and cost a lot more than they ought to have - and headlamps were almost never seen.

[@joshuabomar6974]

Great information, simple & precise. I have used so many different styles of m.t.'s for thirty years in the field & at work. I love all of them in my collection. I left my Leatherman charge on my bumper of my truck the other day ,& drove away . I went back immediately but It was gone & It broke my heart. It was like losing an old friend. I ordered a new one within a few days. My advice is never set your m.t down always return it to the case or pocket. Use a Paracord lanyard when working around water or when climbing. Love this Ranger channel! Thank you Andrew

[@michaelbumbera4350]

Great info.I want my son and grandsons to watch..the way things are changing worldwide this skill set could be a life saver..thank you for your service and thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@williamparrish673]

I especially liked the chap stick and bic trick. We survive out of our pockets. The most important six words I have ever heard.

[@richardhildreth4471]

I was in the National Guard and carried a Leatherman. Really came in handy. Cannot recommend a good pocket tool enough.

[@TheCivilWarriorProj]

Here for the algorithm. Thanks for your time and knowledge.

[@Biomass1]

Served for 12 years, late 80s throughout the 90s. I still carry paracord, knife, multitool, bandana, lighter, flashlight and a few other small things. Of course a pistol has been on my side for 20+ years. Old habits never die and one should always be prepared. 😎

[@Supermanrs]

Really good advice. Although I would personally switch out the folding knife for a fixed blade knife. They are a lot tougher and quicker to get into action. You can baton with them for making kindling for your fire. And in a pinch most fixed blade knives can be lashed to a stick to make a makeshift spear for hunting or self defense. Plus you already have a folding knife on your multitool anyway. But other than that 1 change I think you would have a solid kit if you follow this video.

[@drpebbs]

Yes. Folding pocket knives arent used nearly as much outside the US.

[@Supermanrs]

@@drpebbs yeah I think they are mainly popular because most people think on concealed carry when it comes to carrying a knife. And most states have laws on blade size. For instance my state has a 3 inch or less blade length for carrying a knife. Also I personally feel like people got hooked on fidget toys and want their knife to be an adult fidget toy rather then an effective tool. Which if that is your kind then cool but some of us she a knife as a tool to complete a task. Whether that is cutting rope or opening boxes/packages, cutting food, craving something, or skinning an animal. Or more importantly use it as a means of self defense. But I openly admit I have never been a folder guy. The only folding knife I own is a buck stockman which I actually do carry. For those times when I need a knife but don't want to scare people with something tactical. I usually carry a crkt spew or crkt minimalist Bowie and my buck stockman. But as I hunter I also have many larger knives. Including a handmade Damascus stag handled skinning knife.

[@drpebbs]

@@Supermanrs Youre spot on about the laws against knives. Chosing a small folder instead of a fixed is like chosing a castrated mutt over the intact thoroughbred attack dog.

[@Supermanrs]

@@drpebbs even more so now that you can get small fixed blades as well. For instance my crkt spew and minimalist Bowie are both 3 inch or less for blade length.

[@NobleSavage44]

My state is weird with its gun and knife laws. I can carry a 10 inch folder practically anywhere, but if I conceal a 2 inch fixed blade it’s slammer time. I carry a Tenacious daily. Used to carry a Griptillian, both are great. I like the Spyderco’s fit in pocket a bit more.

[@Section8_704]

This was outstanding, thanks General

[@cindyjean3208]

Hello … from Nebraska… Another busy day for me… but always listen to this channel as I’m doing my work… Excellent content… Have a blessed day… … and week… 🙏🏻🙏🏻😇💕

[@terryleighton7514]

Great pocket dump video, thanks

[@paulzimmerman3895]

Thanks again for your service! Appreciate everything you do. Keep up the good work!

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

Hello from Detroit Michigan brother thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise and for taking us on your adventure into the woods

[@winfieldagonoy]

That's actually a good idea to carry these small items that fits tactically in pockets because they are light and can be taken on a moment's notice. Thank you very much!

[@dalehood1846]

Absolutely best comment in my opinion. All the "stuff" in the world will NOT help you if you do not have it with you. Pocket sized kits can be life savers. Take care and all the best.

[@kiplynch3625]

2nd battalion RGJ 1974. My go to kit extras in my pack was a flask of whisky and plenty of cigarettes, dry matches and dry socks.

[@jasongarling20]

Love the pocket dump. EDC is vital. If you don't have it on you, then you don't have it in an emergency situation.

[@maxpinson5002]

Having ready-to-use cordage is very important. Only most people don't carry enough. If you have to unravel it, or un-weave ( is that a word?) something to get a length of cordage, you don't have any and it might as well be in a drawer at home. Just like known pure water ready to drink

[@Ratchman_5000]

Never underestimate a Ranger with a battery and a stick of gum! Excellent video.

[@jonbroadsword7572]

I specifically got my Gerber Diesel because it has the scissors and saw I wanted -- and 20 years later I still use it and abuse it every day. Also, another survival use for gum is to use chewed up gum as a fire extender. A wad of used gum will bubble and burn like rubber after you set fire to it, giving plenty of time for your tinder to start burning. I've never tried setting an unused stick of gum on fire, but it seems like it should work too.

[@RT-fb6ty]

Good video. As With lights and other things, 1 is none and 2 is one. Always have a backup!

[@MatthewCoe]

Been going over emergency/first aid and survival kits recently with my Scouts; this is exceptionally well-timed to show up in my feed. Thanks!

[@jasholden9741]

I go back and forth between a good multitool like the Leatherman Surge or a top Victorinox knife like the Rangergrip and a separate set of Knipex pliers.

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

Same

[@tarinindell8217]

I was a mechanic in the army, and most of us were able to fix common vehicle issues with your gerber plus your buddy's gerber. These are solid and hard working, but definitely not as reliable as Leatherman tools. But also, theyre super common. So, while theyre unlikely to fail, theyre also everywhere so you can just borrow one for 5 minutes for whatever you need.

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

My mechanic, when I was an advisor, fixed an MRAP with a couple of Gerbers, tape, and some zip ties… then promptly backed up into a humvee causing a commander’s inquiry… still cool!

[@darylsarbaugh3491]

Leatherman was typically the multi of choice, but being a big Gerber and Buck fan I used the multi plier the strong point there was 6 different screw drivers and the ability to take any hex bit. I have a surge now but it rarely leaves the house.

[@jamieseagraves2985]

Truth. I was a 63b for over 9 years. Carried one blunt nose and a needle nose Gerber. Fixed a lot of roadside issues driving to the field with those and some 550 cord and 100 MPH tape. Still got them. 👍🏼

[@francobuzzetti9424]

holy SHT! can you tell what was broken and how you fix it? I'm always amaze at stories like those!

[@darylsarbaugh3491]

@@jamieseagraves2985 Very true, nothing can't be fixed with some 550 and 100mph tape. On the farm we use baling wire and duct tape.

[@MichaelR58]

Good video Andrew, thanks for sharing, God bless brother !

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

That's the model I have, but mine is silver vs black MP600 (non) replaceable wire cutters tho. Had it for YEARS and years now. I also carried a mini mag for almost 20 years! I remember when they had these LED replacement kits for them, and when they first came out haha, came of a new lens/cone and the three little LEDs in a group together that plugged into the spot where the bulb used to plug in. I always kept the extra light underneath the spring tho just in case lol, but the LEDs never broke or run out like the bulbs sometimes did. They're still fantastic and I'd love to carry one just on nostalgia alone! You Can get crazy rechargeable batteries for anything thease day last forever so you still have battery replacement options.

[@StabbinJoeScarborough]

Thanks Andrew !

[@randywest9417]

great survival, camping , back packing, hiking tools and advise for all.

[@andrewsowik6075]

Ive carried a multi tool for a while now i love it.

[@DDGVET4]

I'm going to show how old I am by adding this one. We used to use the foil from gum or a cigarette pack to wrap around a blown glass fuse to repair them long enough to get to a gas station and buy replacements if we didn't have one in the vehicle. I had this happen on the interstate on my motorcycle back in the mid 70's. Just about dusk my headlight wouldn't come on because of a blown fuse and I pulled over and tore the foil off my cigarette pack and made it the rest of the way home.

[@jimhale3879]

Thank you another outstanding video! Very great pocket dump thank you!

[@thenorthwestnative94]

The gum wrapper and battery was super cool. I had to try it out myself. Works great!

[@vmac8972]

No beating around the bush, straight to the point yet informative.

[@anthonyl2823]

Video looks good. Literally had everything here on all of my deployments. Maybe not identically but in some fashion or another. Great vid. Timeless

[@ix8750]

Thanks a lot for the tips, I am a novice backpacker/hiker and your video helped me realize that I already carry a small multitool, chapstick and gum in my kit so it should not hurt to have a few spare cotton balls and bring my I3tEOS Olight since it good enough and it is powered by a AA battery for use as an emergency fire starting tool with the before mentioned items.

[@danklein8587]

The gum foil trick was amazing.

[@les3449]

Another outstanding 'down and dirty' video Major! Thank you for your contributions to the outdoor/survival community!

[@ra8640]

Excellent Video with good advice and No BS. Anyone can put these together and carry them. Nothing out of the ordinary or over-priced gear. Ooorah!

[@corleyoutdoors2887]

Another informative and beneficial video!

[@mendyviola]

The battery/bubblegum wrapper trick is a new one for me. Thanks!

[@freeman436]

Brief. Cogent. Outstanding. Thanks.

[@brian_AG]

One of the best informational videos hands down!

[@Panzermech]

The peanut butter and cheese spread can also be used as fire starters. Knead them up real good and smear it on some cardboard. The cardboard also makes the cheese or peanut butter taste much better.

[@elmerkilred159]

That's pretty close to what I had stuffed in my bdu pockets, and LBE. Cigarette butts work great on the range for ear plugs. Dental floss, kiwi, and straight toe nail clippers were other items. Gerbers and Leathermen were always disappointing to me. The wire cutters were dorked once you used them. I had to cut a barbed wire fence in Hohenfels once to get a Bradley off a back road.

[@enriquegutierrez1902]

6 years in FRG plenty of area Mud, Graffenwöer, Hohenfels, Woflekens. REFOGERS, I always carried a extra Ammo pouch in my LBE, with Swiss Army Knife Multy tool players P38 And so they fall off I used rolled up Sox’s.

[@greyscout01]

I've carried a Leatherman since they came out in the 80's. Surprisingly, in all those years, the tool I used most was the File. It's amazing the uses of a simple file.

[@rogueraven7603]

Liked the gum wrapper fire starting trick. Very cool.

[@user-ij7wx6oy7j]

Straight to the point, plain and simple! Thanks Andrew. Ten minutes of pertinent information with zero fluff. We like it..

[@HouseDracul]

Are you paid commenters or robots? Many comments are exactly identical to yours and this videos is trash.

[@hiramhaji7813]

Great information

[@georgedburdettesr8730]

You must add to this list of items a SURVIVAL MIRROR....either small or large.....but it must be part of your "stash" since it's the #1 item for any survival situation where rescue it the goal. GDBSR retired US Army Aviator/OV-1D Mohawk/C-23B Sherpa

[@Kallys23]

Outstanding. I'm generally partial to a Leatherman. Currently I have the Rebar and have recently upgraded my knife to a Benchmade Bugout mini. Does what I need on the daily.

[@gjensen500]

Great info to have Soldier. Thanks for Your Service.

[@wildweasel8564]

Fantastic video! I carried most of this gear in my pockets as well, along with a few extra batteries. They used to give out the Benchmade AFO II's and Gerber MP-600 sets as Kudos in Iraq and Afghanistan. Never thought of taping a Bic lighter and Chapstick together but that is going to become a part of my everyday carry. Thanks for sharing.

[@SurvivalistChick]

I love your videos. You always teach us/demonstrate things that no one else talks about. I've watched thousands of videos over the years, by all sorts of people from all over the world: nomads, doomsday compounders, current and ex-military, preppers, survivalists, homesteaders, thru-hikers, bushchrafters, vanlifers, pacifist hippies, right-wing gun nuts, men, women, old, young, and even some children, yet I always learn something new from you. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge.

[@pepelemoko01]

Andrew, can you do a video, on opening a ration pack, and what you like to keep as survival items, later use?

[@thomasbrandon5111]

Ive had a gerber since they came out and have carried most of the items you showed for years. When i joined the military we were issued the old multy tool knife, lol. Thx as always for sharing Col.

[@robertloring2903]

I remember the 90s, still have mine as well.

[@mecho68]

Short, direct to the point, my kind of presentation. Very useful, thank you.

[@TheBanjo53]

Lol I am so old that I was issued the demo knife. We didn't have leathermans or Gerbers at the time. I was also issued the green wrist watch

[@fractalart8352]

Helpful and well done 👍

[@lookoutpath6520]

Cool & simple ideas👍👍👍!

[@Swimdeep]

It’s important to note that game isn’t the only food source when in the outdoors. Knowledge of plant life, fungi, bugs and other food sources art part of true survival skill training. 🌿 -SERE Graduate

[@ulary]

RESPECT 😎

[@nauticalknotcraft]

Bravo Andrew. Excellent video, thanks.

[@rickyhurtt5568]

One of the most straight to the point and very highly informative videos I've ever seen. Very informative. Thanks. This video will be saved

[@thomaspayne7800]

I actually learned a few things ! Much thanks and appreciation

[@soldieron9965]

Wow, the new gerbers and benchmades being issued today compared to what I was issued in 2007 are very flimsy looking. My bench made was automatic, and my gerber was brushed steel with way more features. My two favorite army issued items I got to keep 😁🇺🇸

[@yourgodsisspeakingtoyouher4284]

The duck tape is a great flame extender too.

[@drfever99]

Thank You Andrew!

[@davidjacobs828]

Thanks again major . Much appreciated .

[@kellywright540]

Not in the military but I did buy a Gerber multi tool or I should say, had my brother in law buy it at a BX back in the 90's. Loved the one handed opening ability, especially when working on network cabling in either high or tight places. That tool has been ALL over the country for work and even took it with me when I went to visit my sister and brother in law at Yokota AFB. That and when I wasn't carrying it for work, it is with me when I am out hunting and fishing. Someone once gave me a Leatherman multi tool but it never caught on with me, having to twist it open before it was ever of any use. Still have it somewhere, buried in a junk drawer. I don't know how good the newest Gerber multi tools are but until this 27 year old model starts giving me problems, I just keep right on using it!

[@Joinordie718]

Excellent! We do survive out of our pockets. Thanks Major Andrew for a great video 👍🇺🇸

[@willsherman1049]

I'm impressed. An American that can actually speak English without constant "like", "umm". Very good video.

[@lzcontrol]

I never met anyone who was this creative with gear in the time I was in. Wish I had!

[@razbiton173]

Veteran combat medic in the IDF here. I only carried small sak knife and sometimes leatherman wave during my service. Nothing else was needed :)

[@Errcyco]

What a great video. I have a setup almost like this to a friend when she was moving cause she had zero tools. The Gerber Diesel, a Byrd Cara Cara and then a ratcheting screwdriver for home stuff. A solid setup she can camp with and do 90% of little stuff at home. Having 500’ of good quality paracord is essential too. Makes life way easier.

[@anthonywarwick6090]

I enjoyed this. Short, sharp and informative

[@lesmontgomery7]

Thanks Andrew

[@davidmace3310]

Great EDC! Andrew knows what up. 🇺🇸

[@tumbleweed6658]

I thought really what is this guy talking about. I spent 21 years in the Army 15 in the field Artillery 2 Years a WLC instructor and three combat tours with the 10th Mountain Div out of Ft. Drum NY. Can he pass my combat Arms MOS test. And yes you passed with a flying score. All joking aside you really are right that what I had on me 99% of the time. Being FA very few kept a Bic lighter we chewed tobacco mostly Field Arty gun bunnies and big powder bags and smokers don't mix=BOOM.Thank you for the memories, I embraced the suck a-lot but as they say it doesn't feel like history when you are the one going through it. "Climb to Glory" 3rd BN 6th FA Ft. Drum NY Combat Vet. Keep leaning forward in the foxhole brother.

[@darrensmall4313]

Mini Mag brings back memories from when I was in. Great video and tips!

[@firebird1965]

Just plain awesome. thank you.

[@dougo753]

Moved from a flashlight to a headlamp with red lens, never needed to make fire...actually never could due to light discipline but we were never in some kind of artic survival training. Also, I'd swap out the gum for a mini toothbrush and wet wipes. I was also never without a small thing of lube for my rifle and if it was hot a small thing of gold bond powder for my feet.