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#71042 - 08/11/06 10:30 AM Jim's EDC
JIM Offline
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Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
This is what I carry every day:



1 Coghlan's emergency-poncho
1 Coghlan's Pack-2 FAK (modified contents)
1 Quick-dressing
1 roll adhesive tape
1 pair nitrile examination-gloves
2 quart ziplocks
1 packet of sweets
small pouch containing ID, medical data, flat-pack of duct-tape and BCB pocket survival tool
1 watch
1 LED flashlight
1 wallet
1 Survival tin
1 AA mag-lite (fits in Wave-pouch)
1 hankerchiff
1 Leatherman-Wave and pouch
1 small pouch (normally on key-chain) containing:

- 2 band-aids
- 1 Acethaminophen
- 2 alcohol-swabs
- 1 gauze-pad
- 1 CPR-mask
- 1 pair nitrile gloves

1 EDC-keyring, containing: Keys, Leatherman Squirt, ferro-rod, scissors, Silver-gripper, Photon II with button compass,
Whistle, 2 paper-clips, 1 safety-pin and a small vial with cotton-wool and 3 meters of waxed dental floss.

Not pictured: 1 cell-phone

When I go hiking, I usually include:

-My medium-FAK
-1 Coghlans orange survival-bag with on the inside a space-bag.
-enough water and food for the hike.

Comments please.
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''It's time for Plan B...'' ''We have a Plan B?'' ''No, but it's time for one.'' -Stargate SG-1

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#71043 - 08/12/06 11:24 AM Re: Jim's EDC
JIM Offline
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Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
The contents of the pack-II FAK:

1 needle
2 gauze pads (7.5/5 cm)
1 assortment of adhesive bandages
1 roll adhesive tape
2 Acethaminophen
3 alcohol prep-pads
2 antiseptic swab
1 folding scissors
1 tweezers
3 safety-pins
1 quick-dressing
1 cotton wool
5 Q-tips
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''It's time for Plan B...'' ''We have a Plan B?'' ''No, but it's time for one.'' -Stargate SG-1

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#71044 - 08/12/06 05:00 PM Re: Jim's EDC
fordwillman Offline
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Registered: 08/27/04
Posts: 103
Loc: Arizona
Hi Jim,
Nice kit. I see you are from the Netherlands and are apparently involved in EMT type stuff. A good bit to carry everyday, though. Probably more than I would in an urban setting.

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#71045 - 08/12/06 08:04 PM Re: Jim's EDC
Leigh_Ratcliffe Offline
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Registered: 03/31/06
Posts: 1355
Loc: United Kingdom.
His Father is a Fireman and I would bet money that Pop's would have something choice to say about not having a decent First Aid kit handy. He is also training as a Nurse with a view to becoming a Paramedic. If some idiot does themself a mischief, guess who's expected to sort them out?
My EDC kit is built along simular lines to JIM's. Shelter, Warmth, Water, First Aid, Food. One thing about a townie enviroment - people are a lot less willing to help. Unlike country folks who understand that they are reliant on each other.
It's not a bad idea to assume that you are on your own when the Reaper's chasing you - and plan accordingly.
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#71046 - 08/12/06 08:37 PM Re: Jim's EDC
joaquin39 Offline
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Registered: 03/19/05
Posts: 149
Loc: Philadelphia,Pennsyvania, USA.
No means to start a fire?

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#71047 - 08/13/06 04:23 AM Re: Jim's EDC
Leigh_Ratcliffe Offline
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Registered: 03/31/06
Posts: 1355
Loc: United Kingdom.
Yes he has: Ferro-Rod.
I would add a Bic lighter, but JIM may still be too young to purchase one under Dutch (substance abuse) law.
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#71048 - 08/13/06 09:15 AM Re: Jim's EDC
JIM Offline
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Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
Quote:
No means to start a fire?


There's a ferro-rod on the keychain and another one in my survival tin as well as some wind/waterproof matches.
I'm going to add a BIC-lighter.
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''It's time for Plan B...'' ''We have a Plan B?'' ''No, but it's time for one.'' -Stargate SG-1

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#71049 - 08/13/06 05:34 PM Re: Jim's EDC
Craig Offline


Registered: 11/13/01
Posts: 1784
Loc: Collegeville, PA, USA
Do you carry this gear scattered about on your person, or contained in a briefcase, should you be sequested inside an office during the week (as I am).

Craig

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#71050 - 08/13/06 06:23 PM Re: Jim's EDC
JIM Offline
Old Hand

Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
I'm 16, so no office....... <img src="/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />
As you said, I carry my EDC scattered around the pockets of my pants and coat, as well as on my belt.

Although I do put my Wave in my school-bag/locker when at school to prevent any problems. (But I still have the Squirt on my keychain)
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''It's time for Plan B...'' ''We have a Plan B?'' ''No, but it's time for one.'' -Stargate SG-1

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#71051 - 08/13/06 07:00 PM Re: Jim's EDC
Craig Offline


Registered: 11/13/01
Posts: 1784
Loc: Collegeville, PA, USA
Omigod -- I've got 29 years on you. I'm 45. Pardon me, I think I have to go off and be sick somewhere. Groan. I suddenly feel old.

Craig

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