A lot more difficult than most people realise. Bushcraft experts not withstanding that is. The RS kit is space limited, which is why I have only added half a dozen extra hooks. All of my larger kits have 20 plus hooks. The intention being to set long lines etc baited with whatever happens to be under a rock.

Is there a good way to pack hook(s) so the point doesn't work its way out -- for long term carry ?

Teacher, one way I was shown is to take a piece of tape (either duct, or electrical, depending on the size of your kit), jay the hooks on it, and put another piece over it. It will lay flat, and, thinking about it, I suppose you could put safety pins & split shot in there too. You may have to clean gunk off the hooks, but thats one way to do it.

Oldsoldier is correct, most of the fish hooks in this mini-kit I laid on a piece of electrical tape with the smaller ones gradually fitting inside the gap of the larger hooks, they take up little space.

I have been carrying this kit for about a year know and am still pleased with it. I use the Gerber STL 2.0 knife frequently throughout the day, the Bic lighter and diamond sharpener I use occasionally. The only thing I used of the mini-survival kit was some of the outside wrapped black tape and cordage, it was months ago and I do not even remember what I needed them for?

I tried to purchase a couple more of the pouches in case I ever damaged this one, but Nite-eze has changed the design and removed many of the functional pockets. If you like something you should always buy a spare before the change it!

I like having the mini-kit with me as part of my larger EDC, it just makes me feel more prepared.

Mike

Don't forget,should you be stranded Away from a Fishing source,those fish hooks work real well on Snares/Traps!Carry as many,Assorted sizes as,is feasable!Ideally,set many Traps&Trot lines,if possible.

Thats the beauty of laying them out on tape: they all stay where they are, they all fit, and they dont take up a lot of space. Laying flat is MUCH better than a tube!

Fishhooks are standard in a PSK, and have many uses other than fishing, such as sewing to repair packs or clothing, stitching up large cuts, making traps and snares, etc.
I agree that their use for fishing in a survival situation is questionable, as it is not likely that you will catch more fish then than you normally do when fishing, maybe fewer. That's why I learned to make fish traps, trot lines, jug fishing rigs, wiers, etc. so if opportunity presents itself I can fish and still have time and hands free to do more productive things. The knowledge may save you when stuff lets you down. Be sure to check local game and fish laws before practicing though as trot lines, fish traps, etc. are illegal in many places.
Some heavy weight, say 35- to 50-lb., braided fishing line is very good for tying out tarp shelters, lashing support poles, making traps, setting trot lines, and so on. It's much lighter and more compact than paracord, too, for a small EDC pouch like you have.

i like bics, but if i was going to bet on a disposable lighter inho djeep is a much better brand. they are shaped squat like a zippo. they are regular butane, their claim to fame is over 4000 lights. i have had three, and i think that they blow bics away. better flint, adjustable flame, and the new ones come with a child proof thing that locks the gas release up, and usually have some silly sticker around it. i peel the darn thing off. i just picked up a few more on sale at a gas station, 99cents! they are kinda hard to find.

Djeep

Thanks EL, I have never seen a djeep lighter here in Northern Ontario but I will watch for them.

Mike

Those look rather promising. I'll have to keep my eyes open for them. Since I rarely venture into convenience stores; are there particluar chains of stores that seem to carry them?