Thank you for sharing. I happen to be putting together a pocket kit of my own.

Is the heat shrink on the ferro rod to prevent corrosion? That concept is new to me. Please explain. I would think the heat shrink promotes corrosion.

What do the beads do besides hold the items apart? Is that necessary?

How would you be using the 2 feet of paracord? (EDIT: I see the paracord holds everything together.)

Did you mention tinder of some kind? I personally have a hard time starting a fire using a ferro rod if I don't have pre-planned tinder.

Do you not feel the need for a small signal mirror?

Instead of a mini bic, I prefer either of these:
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.3734
http://countycomm.com/sslight.htm

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