I see 'adam2' includes lockpicking gear in his survival kit. The Black Scout' survival site has lots of this for sale. But I've never understoodd why. What is the purpose of including it?
That is the crime of 'going equipped to steal' in Britain, so not an option. Is it recommended for US surival kits?

as regards lending there's the Old Irish Saying:

'It's better to give than to lend - and it costs the same' :-).