The Ranger Handbook Survival Kit!

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

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[@alanjohnson1204]

I’ve seen a lot of “survival kit” how to videos over the years. Apparently no one has ever had to use one for very long, or at least not so long that they dulled their cutting tools, because virtually no one ever mentions how necessary it might be to have a freaking sharpening stone of some sort as part of their basic kit.

[@dougcfrary]

You've had great training, but your method of transferring information is next to none on KZbin. Thank you for your work, instruction and great video!

[@Sheltowee1775]

Agree. He does a great job. Should do a masterclass. I’d pay.

[@DonaldRains-uv2lb]

Small tube super glue in kit glue large cut 😢😊

[@johnmichaels4330]

Right? I figured he had spent time as a green beret because he is so clear, considering and correct.

[@charlesbrightman4237]

82nd: My dad was 82nd during WW2 and my oldest brother was 82nd during Vietnam era. Also have a brother who was a Navy Seal, another as a Navy Hospital Corpsman, and me (Navy Aircraft engine mechanic/Helicopter crewman), all also served during Vietnam era. Have another brother who was a teacher, the world needs teachers too. Way to go Andrew, served and also a teacher. Enjoy your vids.

[@alglen9208]

Wonderful instruction over the years Andrew. Last week I was in a thrift store. An intermediate bag of the MSS caught my eye. Scattered on the shelves I found 2 complete sets minus on compression bag. They had seperate price on each individual peice. Walked out of there having only spent $38.67. Being on a limited income this was an incredible Christmas in January. With the current temps in Kansas this old man is very happy to have one in my old pickup truck, just in case. My med. LC1 Alice is kitted for summer and my $24.99 thrift store 80 ltr Gregory pack is kitted for winter. Visit your thrift stores y'all.

[@CredibleHulk10]

Amazing find! Congrats

[@johnnybushman651]

A very good video,love your teaching skills. Stay warm this week up there, it’s getting cold this week here in Kentucky but nothing like where you’re at . ☃️

[@yakfishin4912]

Andrew, write a book bro. Plenty of us would buy it. We need a book to carry in our pack bro. Might as well be yours right.

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

Started brainstorming and an outline!

[@sonicplanet9193]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft I completely agree with @yakfishin4912. I'd buy it.

[@yakfishin4912]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft I mean why not right. You got great info and just like me tons of us wait around all week for Sunday morning. Folks need a pack stuffer. In times of panic some aren't gonna remember stuff so clearly and you have some cool fresh ideas. Hell maybe a 3 part series. Bug in, Bug out, and Get home. Hell just throwing ideas out there. The illustrations is where your gonna have to be careful. Quality is everything right there lol.

[@jamescrowe7892]

Concur wholeheartedly.

[@wjf213]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft Another suggestion if you write a book, include QR codes that can be scanned with a phone and it takes you to a short video to further explain or show in greater detail what words just can't always convey. I have never seen a book have this, but man, I think that would be a huge plus for any book, which is now a book/video. Just a thought. Keep up the great work. I forgot to add too, the QR code can take you to your Amazon store or wherever to buy certain harder to find gear, like a chapter on survival kits, scan the code and it takes you to just the survival kit items and so forth.

[@clarkleakins879]

Advice from personal experience. Keep the bandaids in a small baggie/similar to remain dry/clean if the items get dropped/blown by wind/storm. Another pill bottle may be able to contain the medical items. Also, if space available, medical kit include a surgery blade/xacto blade/utility knife blade and needle. Spare headlight batteries, 5 AAA will fit in a 35mm film bottle.

[@natashaball316]

I love your military survival kits!

[@Scott-p5y]

Thanks for the important information I am just an army combat veteran 1976-1978.

[@cindyjean3208]

Brrrrr! Crazy cold weather here in Nebraska… hope everyone is well and getting prepared for 2024… Another great video, by my favorite instructor 😊 May God bless us ,one and all ,as we prepare mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually for whatever happens this year… Blessed be the name of the Lord 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@user-el7jctrio]

Дружище, а что должно произойти в 2024 году по вашему? Напишите ответ а потом я свой

[@wildweasel8564]

I still have my brother's Ranger handbook he brought back from Korea in the early 1970s, a treasured keepsake along with his Ranger TAB.

[@Uhnonuhmous]

Never disappoints. I've left the Corporal for the Major. Always great content and nothing to buy. No merch, no frills. This, IS OUTSTANDING. Thanks Andrew. Great info. 👍

[@outbackowl3040]

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

[@ross.58008]

I really like this dude. No bullshit. Easy to follow. I knew a guy who said, when you train, if you don't learn after the first time, you don't want to learn. He was a royal marine who went further.💪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Rangers are tough bastards ❤

[@badger31738]

I agree, if you don’t learn at least one thing off of the videos then you aren’t listening. 👍🫡

[@tekpic04]

A good signalling item that's already in the kit, is aluminium foil by using the most shiny side. Good one, Andy.🇬🇧

[@mikebsbd]

Best instruction and info. on youtube. Thank you sir for your time and efforts. Just another curious old vet trying to keep up with the times.

[@sixxfreak58]

Andrew ... First, thank you for your service. Second, thank for these videos. They are immensely informative and helpful.

[@JoeConstante]

Good information in accordance to the manual. I would suggest to add batteries or rechargeable batteries, charging cable(s) and a power brick for your phone or headlamp, etc... All those items you mentioned from the time the manual was printed are viable but because of new modern equipment some items need to be switched out. The Leatherman signal has all the tools plus a ferro rod and whistle. One piece of fat wood in each level. Petzl head lamp and Core rechargeable battery last 30 days if used on low or medium light before needing to be charged again. Something to sharpen or hone your knife blade that is small and compact. Some #36 bank line to use and discard if need be. 550 is great for a ready made ridgeline but the inside cords are hard to work with and hard to keep a good knot. Take the time and fill the core of the 550 cord with #36 and #12 bank line gives you more strength and better cordage to use for fishing and for securing things. You can also get the Micro Ready Rope raw and put your #36 line on the spool and carry that in your different level kits. Its small/compact, has a blade, and has room for a small Bic lighter. Great video and information to get the brain thinking.

[@ricdonato4328]

1:00 hearing you explain your experience in Ranger school with the number of guy starting, finishing, and of the ones completed receiving their coveted Ranger Tab, is exactly the same as when I went through Ranger School in 1964. We started with about 150-175, roughly 70-80 completed, however maybe 40 of us received the Ranger tab. Those completing nine weeks of hell yet not qualifying for their Ranger Tab received a certificate which basically stated thanks for being here, bye. There were not do-overs, you either passed that phase successfully making it through another week, or they sent you back to your duty unit Ba-Bye. We were evaluated every day and night. As for night, we were extremely sleep deprived. Any missteps and the like, you were gone, no questions asked, no pleading for another attempt, you were gone. Nine week Ranger school was a living hell. In my right desk drawer is my Ranger Tab, Airborne tab along with the 101st patch as well. My Ranger and Airborne certificates are on my home office wall, two very special cherished pieces of paper. On the back of my vehicle are the stick-on 101st patch and a larger Ranger tab as well. Yes, sir I am 79+ years old and remain very proud of my Ranger accomplishments. Oh, during those nine weeks they guy they pared me with lost about twenty-five to thirty pounds. At graduation his wife did not recognize him.

[@clintonwoosley3094]

Very nice video! I always appreciate your attention to detail.

[@NewHampshireJack]

After completing our wild camp at a location near our home in the Philippines, the light went on today for our young troops. While watching this video, they were commenting on how well the combination of tools in these kits would work in the conditions they were in. They discussed what they wanted to keep and what they wanted to change in their personal kits. This is a sign of a great teacher when you stimulate the students to think. Top shelf work on this presentation. Thank you.

[@brianburgess3638]

As usual continuous great knowledge

[@frankcastle4435]

I got to admit spray painting the fishing Bob is genius. Definitely well thought out video great job

[@josephmarciano2584]

In the 60s we had "The Whole Earth Catalog." Now, we have Andrew. Truly, a man for all seasons.

[@Heilansodger7536]

2 is 1 and 1 is none ! …great content well done

[@danielmatthews4262]

Firstly thanks for the great content. Your straight forward NON-whiny way of getting the info across is a breath of fresh air in such a small space as the bushcraft/survival community! Secondly thank you for not overtly shitting on other channels as some attempt to do. Looking forward to meeting and training with you (and Matt) in April for land nav and again in July for Advanced.

[@StarDarkAshes]

For fishing line, I rarely ever see anybody using the power pro fishing line. I don’t know what that stuff is made out of but you can get an 80 pound test that’s as thin as this monofilament stuff that I usually see people having in their kits and you can do crazy stuff with it like braiding it to make a heavier gauge twine. I’ve been using that stuff for years and I absolutely love it. It’s great for fishing as well as many other applications.

[@allenlarabie8854]

Great content... 👍🏼 l was thinking you should start a in field course in survival. Mock courses so when SHTF...

[@ScottCarlson-cz7wj]

Super great camo paint method. My Dad was in the 82nd in the 1960's. I have a photo of my 2 year old self on the Fort Bragg parade grounds. (I'm ex-USAF) I keep my woods gear in a medium Alice. Love your vids. Thxs!!

[@stuartniven2401]

Wooo! I’ve been waiting! Thanks Andrew!

[@arctodussimus6198]

Outstanding! This kit-building reminds me of the P.A.C.E. method which I use when building a kit or a bag. Semper Fi Ranger 🇺🇸

[@Ashton.everydaycarry]

I really like the tier system. And its straight forward. Carry the things you need, nothing extra. Great video! Just subscribed.

[@unanimousanonymous3354]

Well I'm pleased to say my EDC level 1 is on point even incorporating items from level 2 & 3. My level 2 & 3 kit are only missing a few key items to be 100% and I see that having double/extra of some items is actually encouraged! I'll definitely be watching this a few more times until my kit is complete! 😤 Thanks for this informative video.

[@clayjohnson-ry8lt]

Still have my Ranger handbook from Ft Benning, 82-04 outstanding AF video sir drive on Hooah!!

[@victorchinchillvas]

As always, LOVE the content. Thank you for sharing the knowledge.🙏🏽🤘🏽🇺🇲

[@hiltonturner9852]

Great video Andrew. One simple tip I will suggest to improve the medical portion of the kit is: if you purchase adhesive bandages (or band aids) for your medical kit, purchase the 'waterproof' bandages. Non waterproof bandages will easily come off a wound if they get wet.

[@Tony-zp8xn]

I've recently came across some of your videos, but this one particularly reminded me of a small "boo-boo kit" that I put together in a small, zippered pouch that has a belt clip. It consists of some adhesive bandages, alcohol pads, a couple small tubes of super glue, tweezers, a mini-Bic lighter, lip balm and a button compass. The lip balm in particular is one that has a number of things in it like calendula extract, eucalyptus extract, tea tree oil, peppermint oil, and vitamin E, so it also works quite well for cuts and scrapes in addition to being lip balm or a flame extender. Probably not as inexpensive as a more basic lip balm, but it's one more use out of an item carried, and it also works far better on chapped, split, and cracked lips.

[@scottangel6462]

Great video!! The only thing that I would suggest adding, is some kind of small sharpening system to go in the level one system, especially if you have stainless blades. Rangers lead the way!!!

[@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft]

That's a good idea. In fact, in some USMC documents and manuals I've read they recommend the Marine has a sharpening stone in their pocket for that exact reason.

[@Paddys_Bad_Decision]

The Fallkniven DC/CC4 is a perfect fit for that!

[@theGhostofRoberttheBruce]

@@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft Eze-Lap Model 26

[@bayouflats5054]

@@Paddys_Bad_Decisionyes. I have one. Coalcracker bushcraft offers one, 1/2 the size and easily just as good.

[@les3449]

When I was spraying camo paint on my gear I sprayed a base layer of the leaf color I wanted. I put actual leaves over that and sprayed the background. I did the same for pine needles. Just another method. Good video.

[@eliot1970]

Nice

[@les3449]

@@eliot1970thanks.

[@sonicplanet9193]

Hashtag #AwesomeAndrew! I swear, if it's the last thing I do I'm going to get that trending. Most of my friends/family are current/former Army Rangers, and Andrew nails it single every time. Solid dude.

[@georgehorkan7205]

Dang! Where were you with this information 50 years ago? My handbook does not have the levels and list of equipment like yours does. I think I still have my original one that I picked up in 1974. Thanks both for this information and the audio visuals. I may be 71 y/o but I still carry some of this stuff and adhere to the Boy Scout principle of "Be Prepared". RLTW

[@lowieapitz8575]

Man Andrew, you sure have the certification to be doing this. Congratulations with your resume.

[@FJB_GFY2024]

Thanks for another excellent video

[@45422]

Outstanding AF brother.

[@TK-tt7jm]

Tanks for the information brother. Always continue to Lead The Way! Aahhoo! Each year our list changes slightly. Smaller, liter, tougher etc. A lot of great gear out there. 💥😎

[@robertnelson1098]

As usual... FANTASTIC INFORMATION...... Thank YOU so very much for SHARING and informing us.. the common man... ( Or women ).

[@MasterK9Trainer]

I'm glad that you mentioned the safety vest to use as a mesh stencil for doing camo because you can find those at the dollar store and places that have cheap little items. As a matter of fact I believe years ago I came across an article where somebody used one of those vests but probably a little better quality and by attaching velcro they were able to attach pouches to it. The other thing is I know that they sell those little waterproof boxes at Walmart but I picked a couple up of all places at Aldi's.

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Yes I have my friends canteen belt from when he served in Vietnam but the good thing is it has open holes so I can add on items and kits. Thank you for sharing.

[@drcsep]

Thanks for your weekly and continuous unconditional support and encouragement.

[@KLD2929]

Awesome video. This has started to make me rethink about how to make my survival kit for sure.

[@oddduck2298]

Young Man, I love you, and thank you for your service!!!

[@ellenelliott2865]

Love your video it reminds me of my dad who was in the military and taught us survival techniques, so that's why when I go day hiking in the woods, I take a mirror, emergency blanket, Ferro rod and knife for just in case situations

[@thomasbrandon5111]

Kool nastalgia vid. My jungle kit finally deteriorated a couple years ago. Thx Col.

[@TracieHunter-v5p]

Andrew’ You show great content im sure I speak for all of your viewers when I say looking forward to 2024 and what you have to share thank you very much for sharing your knowledge with us 👍

[@tooterplumber1128]

I really enjoy watching your videos. It's always full of very informative information. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom.

[@misterviddy]

Class 03-13, dang that makes me feel ancient. I was class 04-86. Love your content, keep it up!

[@Lonewolf259]

Excellent video Andrew. Thanks for sharing. Cheers from Alberta!

[@maxpinson5002]

Thanks again for featuring some pocket carry items. IMO most important because your pockets are free and they go everywhere you do

[@KennethBrowning-n9q]

These are the best videos ive ever seen on youtube! I agree with the others write a book!

[@patriotpop2436]

Rangers have come a long way since 1970s. Your video is very informative and impressive. I’ve tried attaching a bob with all the necessities to my bug-out walker. It all fits better in the back seat of my truck. Camping, bugging out is a bit out of the question now although I still have a small GHB in my vehicles. Enjoy and do it while you can. Teaching others of your experiences is a gift you give rather well and I hope received well. RLTW.

[@desmo5514]

1970s? Her seen the old school movie Northwest Passage ? Might be partly historically based, I don't know

[@lloydh1100]

Excellent camo painting technique. I like the velcro on the knife sheath. Excellent quick to the point info as always. Thanks!

[@brandonmousseau2020]

God bless you bro, and thank you for your service.🙏🇺🇲🙏🇺🇲

[@Wolfram762]

This was an awesome instructional video Andrew on the layered kits!! I thoroughly enjoy watching you channel and learning from you! Keep up the great work and spectacular content!!!!

[@joshwagner4368]

Kind of surprised you don't have at least the L3 kit in a metal container. That way, the container itself can be multi-purpose.

[@stevehartman1730]

Thx. My Dad didnt want to b bothered with me so at age 6 he walked out n set up home at local bar. He worked his way up to 25 bottles beer day for 12 years. He retired 1975 till 1987. Mom was hateful told me not to talk to Dad or shed cut my throat while asleep. Love outdoor stuff thom was n Boy Scouts 1 or 2 years. Left because Scoutmaster n his son were crooks n stole. Im 70 now. Best time of my life was when i spent 2 summrrs on my cousins farm in mtn of WV met hermits, drank spring water so good it made your pecker hard. Learned a lot on his horse farm wish ide stayed😊

[@richardkibler3870]

Excellent info Andrew,We can alway's adjust our contents of kit from the base kit,Improvisation,etc.My addition this time of year,I place a few "Hot Hands"stick on body warmers in the kit & a couple Cinnamon tea bags,they keep the brain functioning at it's best when the chip's are down.Many Thanks for your time,Andrew,Cheers!!

[@tonydryer3904]

You have the best professional videos! Thanks so much for the content you put out. I have working on my kits because of your suggestions!

[@joesashiify]

I really like that mesh camo idea, it looks badass. 👍👍

[@victorygarden5773]

Thank you

[@codyjames1952]

Thanks for the info it will help us out !

[@davidweaver189]

I was a SERE school Survival Instructor @ Camp Mackall back in 90-93

[@khamen723]

I edc a Rangergrip 79 with those handsome green & black scales. Scored a custom leather sheath with a snap cover.

[@srbontrager]

Talk about timing. Just yesterday, I bought three cans(one of each of the three colors) of the Krylon camo paint to do a camo paint job on my 10/22 takedown mares leg project. I would have never thought of that brilliant idea. Being I'm a semi truck driver, have a half dozen of those stashed throughout my tractor cab. I'll pick out the rattiest looking one and use it for this. Thanks for the idea.👍 😁I also have two Rangergrip 78's (standard red handle scales). One I use daily for food prep in my semi truck, and one I keep in my survival kit along with a Rangergrip 71 and Rangergrip 74. Along with two more Rangergrip 71's stashed back at the house, as those are one of the models Victorinox is discontinuing. You could say I have an unhealthy obsession with these Rangergrip SAKs.😬

[@willames363]

Very cool, thank you again for what you do and did. God bless you

[@JPMerolla001]

Cool tip about the foil. Never saw that before. Theory behind adding it to a kit seems solid. It does not get much more lightweight or portable as far as a boil-in container goes.👌

[@wildweasel8564]

Going to Ranger Joe's for my equipment was the best part of CRC along with Yakisoba at the DFAC.

[@Countryboy071]

More good, strong avice. Thank you again 👍

[@patrickflowers9140]

As always another great video packed with tons of info that will help so many folks on their adventures.

[@johnstevenperez4186]

Thanks for sharing the lesson. Going to implement this with the kids.

[@robendert7617]

Thank you for your instructive video I enjoyed very much. I'm sure that many can pick up something useful from it. I would like to make a remark about the featured "Commando Chain Saw" from my own experience. I find that it takes a disproportionate time and energy expense in use. For the volume and mass, a couple of good wire saws could be taken. They cut much faster and easier. Or, if a bit more volume is allowed, and for the same weight, a small Silky-saw would be way better.

[@FredFreiberger-pk6wc]

Thanks as usual Andrew great information

[@alexgaras1573]

Pro tip; change out your plastic canteen cup for a stainless steel one. Peace ✌️ out

[@ThomasSpearman-g3y]

The Leatherman Multi-tool (aka Rebar) is worth every penny. The main thing it has going for it are the number of tools available without it costing in weight or space. When you first get it you'll have to work out the stiffness. It'll get the job done.

[@billdaniels8784]

Thank you Andrew ..

[@Mike-i2f2j]

You always have a good show i watch all of them 🇺🇸👍

[@turn-n-burn1421]

The only thing I can comment on is that I have exactly the same G-Shock watch. Total coincidence; I just liked it, but with my old eyes, I can't see anything on the face in the dark, even when pushing the backlight button. Without reading glasses, I'm SOL. But I did adapt something else I saw and attached a Suunto button compass to the band.

[@Jameskeith1972]

You da man Andrew! I looked into taking the course and saw the rate of people who couldn’t not complete and knew how awesome it was.

[@Joinordie718]

Major Andrew excellent video and explanation of the army ranger level kits thank you sir 👍🇺🇸

[@stevenslack327]

Andrew, great video! I just wanted to pass along a space saver tip that I use with my kit. Foam earplugs work well as a replacement bobber. Their small, light weight and can be stuffed into any crevice. When you take them out of the kit they re-inflate. You could probably replace your bobber with at least four in the same volume.

[@Doodlefisher]

Simple to follow and great instructions

[@jamescrowe7892]

This one was so good I watched it twice. So much good info on the camo methods, what goes in each container and so on. The Army taught you well. I noticed you still referred to the Army facility as Ft. Benning. I am about an hour and a half from both Benning and Rucker. That is how I have known them all my life and it is difficult to think of them any other way. Well, that is neither here nor there. Outstanding instruction, Major. Carry on.

[@alanrice39]

Outstanding Andrew! This always gives me ideas how to arrange my survival kits, as always , thank you very much for sharing your knowledge

[@MI_Prepper]

I would suggest using a stainless steel bento box as the container instead of the plastic box. Can cook and boil water or dig with it. Some electrical tape around it for waterproofing.

[@db8314]

I've been spraying my own gear and guns for years. Instead of a mesh vest use the mesh bags that oranges or grapefruit comes in. You can trap leaves and grass between the mesh and the gear.

[@chriswilson9230]

Great video. I have placed a couple of items from your store on my shopping list. Keep up the great job. You’re still one of only three channels that I follow.

[@rowdyron4111]

Excellent presentation. Thank you.

[@tankbennett7]

Kudos thanks for letting me know to always have 3 sets of daily supplies so you you can replenish and help yourself… if you have to self rescue

[@DaleJC]

Never doubted you, sir.

[@jorgenclarke5930]

Great video!

[@johnathanlamm3693]

Great information. Thank you for sharing.

[@ChaneVazquez-rx2dy]

Yes!! Been waiting for new vids Awesome 👌!