WOFT, Here is the contents of my current Altoids FAK.
1 2” Offset bandage compress
2 Alcohol Swabs
1 Betadine Swab
2 Green Soap Towelettes
1 Sting Relief Swab
2 Neosporin
1 Burn Jel
2 Band-Aids 1” x 3”
2 Band-Aids ¾” x 3”
2 Band-Aids Juniors
1 Knuckle Band-Aid
1 Finger-Tip Band-Aid
2 Butterfly Closures
1 yard 1” Tape
1 Sewing Needle
1 # 11 Scalpel Blade
4 Motrin 200 mg
4 Benadryl 25 mg
4 Sudafed 30 mg
1 Cosmetic style Tweezers
In a separate pouch I also carry a pair of gloves, Rescui-Shield (CPR) Whistle, Buck 503 Knife, Sm Btl of Purell Alcohol Hand Cleaner. The newest addition to my kit(s) is a 2 oz package of Flat Duct tape (1.88"x3yds) as seen here . Speaking of Duct tape; for all of you real diehards out there you should check this item out here I have also added a Leatherman Squirt P4
If I am out backpacking or hiking I add a module to my FAK which contains
1 3" Ace Wrap
1 SAM Splint
1 Triangular Bandage
1 Trauma Dressing 8"x7"
2 2" Roller Guaze
1 Iris Scissors
1 Splinter Forceps
1 Iris Locking Forceps
1 S/S Survival Saw
1 US Survival Mirror
1 Sm Sewing Kit
Water Purification Tabs
Total Weight is 8.5 oz.
I do add additional items, which covers the 10 essentials really well. <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> If I am weekending (hiking, camping) I take a small backpack with everything to cover the entire weekend w/food, which weighs in at 27 lbs. <img src="images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Finally; I also carry a firearm and a couple other defense items. <img src="images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> To avoid another heated discussion let's avoid the brand and caliber. <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />