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#140310 - 07/18/08 09:29 PM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: JustinC]
red Offline
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Registered: 02/24/07
Posts: 175
Originally Posted By: JustinC

From top to bottom, left to right:
2. Wallet
7. Chapstick

5. Magnesium Block
7. Mini-maglite with extra lamp and batteries.


4. Gerber 600 Needlenose multi-tool

Just some random suggestions...
If you find any extra money, upgrade your wallet to something like the specops brand. You'll be able to put lots of EDC goodies in there.

Switch the chapstick to one that has an SPF rating of 30 or higher, if possible. You can put it all over your face in a pinch.

I'm not a fan of the mag block, I'd rather get lots of tinder. A lot lighter and IMHO easier to work with.

Uprade your mini-mag with the LED kit, and/or switch it out for a good headlamp. I like the Takktica.

Are you allowed to carry the multitool? Having that on your belt would be much more versatile than the single blade.

Cheers!
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#140317 - 07/18/08 10:15 PM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: red]
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I have This watch from county comm and I love it! I can't handle all the features of a digital watch, so i have had analog for a while, and i find it amazing how many people can't read analog watches. All it has is time, date and a compass which really rocks!

(No, I am not getting paid to say this)
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#140321 - 07/18/08 10:40 PM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: JustinC]
ironraven Offline
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Registered: 09/08/05
Posts: 4642
Loc: Vermont
Thoughts:

I like the Stiff KISS, but tantos aren't the most versatile.

Bag the spare bulbs for the mini-mag- add the Nite-Ize LED drop in. Not the best of the kind, but I don't see the point of putting an $18 lamp into an $8 light. :P And there are a couple of head straps for it.

Duct tape, zip ties, wire.

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#140340 - 07/19/08 12:23 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: ironraven]
Hacksaw
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The 1 watt NiteIze replacement has served me very well. Get the IQ tail cap switch too and it's like having a brand new light. It's got a bit of a hot spot in the middle as the reflector isn't the ideal shape but it's 100 times better than the standard mini mag.

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#140343 - 07/19/08 12:27 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: climberslacker]
Hacksaw
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Originally Posted By: climberslacker
I have This watch from county comm and I love it! I can't handle all the features of a digital watch, so i have had analog for a while, and i find it amazing how many people can't read analog watches. All it has is time, date and a compass which really rocks!

(No, I am not getting paid to say this)


Pretty nice. I don't think I'll get another watch with an electronic compass though (and I won't order from CountyComm).

I'm thinking about getting a Casio G-Shock Mudman as a rugged watch to wear in the bush...they're sorta ugly (and digital...yuck) but the better ones are solar powered, 5 band atomic, and about as tough as a watch under $100 comes...or so I'm hearing.

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#140345 - 07/19/08 12:46 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: wildman800]
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Registered: 07/08/07
Posts: 1268
Loc: Northeastern Ontario, Canada
I am also tough on watches and considered the military band with the protective covered over the watch face. My problem is that it then takes 2 hands to check what time it is; often my right hand is holding my pen or steering wheel/handlebars so it is not available to remove the velcro cover.

Mike

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#140361 - 07/19/08 02:26 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: ]
haertig Offline
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Registered: 03/13/05
Posts: 2322
Loc: Colorado
Originally Posted By: Hacksaw
(and I won't order from CountyComm)

Have you had problems with them? I've never ordered from them, but I've been quite tempted several times. Including just two days ago. I always end up thinking, "I don't really need that", so I don't buy.

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#140362 - 07/19/08 02:46 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: haertig]
Hacksaw
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They will only use UPS to ship to Canada...no exceptions. I've been bent over too many times by UPS.

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#140363 - 07/19/08 02:57 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: ]
clarktx Offline
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Registered: 07/01/08
Posts: 250
Loc: Houston, Texas
[quote=HacksawI'm thinking about getting a Casio G-Shock Mudman as a rugged watch to wear in the bush...[/quote]

I'm trying out a casio pathfinder watch that my wife got me for fathers day. I really do not like digital watches, but the feature set is amusing. I particularly like the solar + atomic aspect. Being a data hound, the alt and baro are fun but not necessary. I look forward to using the altimeter the next time I hike in the mountains, but purely from a "gee whiz" perspective.

The compass seems better than other watch/compass combos I've seen, as it is "active" and as you turn it updates continually. And i'm usually curious to know what the temp is.

Anyway, since we were on the topic...
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#140365 - 07/19/08 03:15 AM Re: My Kit, with Pics [Re: JustinC]
Troglodyte007
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Concerning the keychain:
It would be more self-sufficient if it had a striker, unless you plan on using a key; and it would be more fundamental if it had a loud whistle. Other than that, I think it is excellent.

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