Blast,

I'm looking at getting amk's signal mirror for a signal device. I don't think i would have room for desalination equipment in my 'always on me' kit. Besides if some form of vessel is close enough i'm counting on the vhf for the audio communication.

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Ironraven,

You pretty much got it. Two very different types of EDC's.

Hard to overkill, eh... I imagine if anyone can do it, i'm a good example of one who can!

I'm also looking at items that one would need for city survival
*stuck in an elevator - would a pry bar from www.countycomm.com work?
*personal defense - I always carry a caribeaner (sp?) with me that fits my hand. Never had to use it but imagine metal against someone would hurt
*smoke mask - would a hanky folded and over the mouth and bandana holding it on suffice?
*Anything else?