I have an SAS compass also. I keep it in my micro kit . The difference in quality between the SAS and the True Nord is quite signifigant. I really love the this True Nord compass. I is as smooth and quick to point as my Suunto Ranger.

I think you (and the others that mentioned it) may be on to something with my excessive amount of first aid supplies. Bandaids are probably not needed. Small cuts can probably be left uncovered and larger ones could be protected with duct tape if needed (is that correct is there a problem putting duct tape on an open wound?).