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@felixdacat6572
9 ай бұрын
hmmmmmmm...Just wondering if your'e gonna give The Urban Prepper some credit for doing this Altoids tin thing Wayyyyyy back in the day....just Sayin...!
@brendag2891
9 ай бұрын
Container: put the whole tin in a freezer Ziplock bag. You can drink out of it in a pinch, or use it for gathering small items (berries, trash, pretty rocks, parade candy)
@patriciatinkey2677
9 ай бұрын
Brilliant!😊
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
This is also what i do, you need a place to use those purification tablets!
@brendag2891
9 ай бұрын
@@minuteprepper838 Exactly! I've been hiking and ran out of water, I would have killed for a purification tablet. When you are thirsty, you don't want to be searching trash cans and dumpsters for a container!
@1000sister
8 ай бұрын
Parade candy! 😂Looking forward to the disaster that has parades!😉
@brendag2891
8 ай бұрын
@@1000sister lol, just saying, if you carry this small tin always in your car, someone with kids (obviously before SHTF) is out visiting friends for the 4th of July, and everyone goes to the parade, your kids will be able to collect a lot more parade candy.... Or use it to pick up your dog's poop at the dog park, or collect agates and shells at the beach, or collect trash from your car, or seal off that dirty diaper.... just saying, there will be a hundred uses for that Ziploc before Teotwawki
@jdtallant3751
9 ай бұрын
The strength of dental floss will surprise you. Years ago my scout master was a dentist. On a hike in Philmont one of my backpack shoulder straps broke. He used dental floss to sew it up. Not only did it make the rest of the week, but for several years longer until I bought a new pack.
@Jack_all
9 ай бұрын
Great kit... As a father, one of the most handy and often used hacks is simply storing 2-3 Bandaids between my phone and phone case. I cant tell you how many times this has saved the day.
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
yup! with kids we need these all the time :)
@Swamp_Lad
9 ай бұрын
That’s pretty smart, I run out of mine quite fast as well. Have some in my mini med kit, but found through experience I really need desinfectant/wipes as your typical scratch is dirty
@hannahgroeneveld
9 ай бұрын
I always have some bandaids in my wallet - but between my phone and phone case is a great idea!
@user-zu9ym2lw3i
9 ай бұрын
I keep a stitches strip in my case also.
@ben_nerf_lego
9 ай бұрын
I put band aids in my wallet
@cristyhill9226
9 ай бұрын
That is a great kit. I would definitely add a couple of Benadryl for allergic reactions and a couple aspirin in case you encounter someone having a cardiac event. Take care
@jacksonfamily678
9 ай бұрын
The Benedryl is a brilliant add.
@JeffJacquesmd
8 ай бұрын
Brilliant additions. I also have a couple of Lipitor in my emergency kit. Statin plus Aspirin can be life saving in MI
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
Yes, I am 80-ish & have a tiny pill-type case in which I carry 4 of my BP pills & some tums-type and Arthritis aspirin.
@Rose-ht3xc
9 ай бұрын
I have a suggestion. I would use an index card for my contact info with one side showing names, addresses, numbers of whoever I wished to contact but the other side would have a small neatly printed chart of the Morse code alphabet for signaling with the flashlight, or whistle etc.
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
Okay, now where do I secure one? TX. My flashlights that I purchased from Aldi grocery stores (their "Aldi "finds" are neat).
@iamsemjaza
8 ай бұрын
The ¨trick" birthday candles can work well for fire starting as they will trend to reignite when blown out. Good for transferring the flame from a match or lighter to a more robust flame holder.
@x.soph.x
8 ай бұрын
Love this idea ......off I go to find some trick birthday candles that I swore I would never buy lmao xxxx
@iamsemjaza
8 ай бұрын
@@x.soph.x lol :)
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
@@x.soph.x Me too
@carriageofnoreturn.1881
9 ай бұрын
It's small and simple enough to make several identical sets so that every jacket/rucksack/car door could have one!
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
That is what I do. Since I switch car/truck.
@mikehowkins4017
9 ай бұрын
Turn batteries around in flashlight to prevent accidental use and longer endurance.
@jaycarver4886
9 ай бұрын
Great tip. Thx
@rkent9672
9 ай бұрын
I always put a small piece of cardboard (the same size of the batteries) in between each battery and the end contacts. That way, if needed, there is extra fire tinder and it stops corrosion and accidentally drain of the batteries.
@lisatangen4213
9 ай бұрын
Could batteries also be used for combustion?
@gregorymorse7990
9 ай бұрын
@lisatangen4213 combined with steel wool
@jaqian
6 ай бұрын
A small piece of plastic between the battery and contacts will do the same
@jamespruett2849
9 ай бұрын
Don't make my mistake,don't get duct tape from the dollar store get the known quality tape
@redhotgamingfire4177
9 ай бұрын
Congratulations on hitting 1 million subscribers as always thank you Kris for your hard work with these updates and videos you bring us they have helped me with my own preps tremendously
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@SurvivalLilly
9 ай бұрын
Nice, I love these small survival kits.
@milododds1
9 ай бұрын
I love your knives Lilly!! You are also someone who I follow and I love your videos. You and Chris have your minds and hearts in the right place. Thank you both for all your contributions.
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! First time building one. I went simple on this one. Will definitely try to improve on the next iteration. Loved your setup and The Urban Prepper's.
@emilypulman7046
9 ай бұрын
I really like your approach it's given me alot of food for thought onto how preparing these small tins and keeping them in various locations like my work vehicles , home , outbuildings etc thankyou . All the best from Mark and Emily at Rooster Recovery in the uk
@ralphlemmon4122
9 ай бұрын
Wishing you a Happy New Year Lilly, I love your monthly reports on what's happening in Europe, all the best in 2024 ❤
@jackschannel8619
9 ай бұрын
One thing I stash everywhere are those little small tubes of super glue. A little goes a long ways and they're really useful to have around. Great for small cuts, repairing things, all manner of different fixes.
@my-honest-review
9 ай бұрын
My contribution would be a credit card size punch out that contains a saw blade, some fish hooks, etc. Very cheap on Amazon. Congrats Kris on 1M!
@stepheneddington1667
9 ай бұрын
That would go great with my idea of swapping out the dental floss for the heavy weight braided fishing line. Some can have break strengths of up to 60 lbs, which makes it more suitable for tying things up.
@my-honest-review
9 ай бұрын
@@stepheneddington1667 for sure, I love it when one item can serve two or more purposes, good thought!
@SaltyEntropy
9 ай бұрын
Cerdit cards dont fit in an altoids can
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
I believe he is just talking about the punch out pieces of that item, they are small and flat
@my-honest-review
9 ай бұрын
@@minuteprepper838 yes, that's right, you can punch out what you need, very handy!
@seandadon4884
9 ай бұрын
As far as comms go not only is the whistle useful for auditory reasons, but the Altoids can itself can be used as a signaling mirror!!!
@erinhellebuyck7527
8 ай бұрын
A gallon size zipper plastic bag and a large pull tie garbage bag. Gallon bag could collect water and garbage bag could be stuffed with leaves and slept on like a bean bag. Or used as shelter or slept in. The gallon bag would fit in the tin but the trash bag might not.
@nantanlupan2046
9 ай бұрын
Very well thought out. I would safety pins. #8 circle hooks and ~20 feet of 5lb fishing line. And last, but not least, a Fresnel lens (courtesy of Survival Lilly). But that's me, especially the fishing stuff. Thank you for your sober intellect and outlook on this crazy world.
@alicerafferty9595
8 ай бұрын
Great tips. A piece of moleskin encase you get blisters on your heels .
@maineiacts
8 ай бұрын
I guess tgen, A Seasonal Kit(s) would be handy..only, with the fishing ' gear' wouldn't you be restricted by fishing rules and regs? Like holding a valid fishing/ hunting/ trapping permit....Also, how many Suburban locales have access to a well stocked pond/ lake/ stream??? Meat hunting in a ' survival BO situation would seem a challenge for folks not used to actually hunting and gathering... I think more education should be taught and or freely taught as a community service, either free will donation or some voluntary action.. Our community survival / emergency network skills are sadly too few and far between. Especially in this day and age.. Self Defense, Backyard or Communal Gardening, Skill Shares like simple electrical, mechanics, etc... Thank The Heavens for folks like this young fellow, and gals! Pay Attention,and get experience! Its fun too! ;-)
@Diebulfrog79
9 ай бұрын
I used a soap dish
@emeraldpilgrimfireuma
9 ай бұрын
If you have a wife, especially a mom, she will have these things inside her purse.
@Stkrrook
9 ай бұрын
My BOB has the same kinds of items, just more and larger. For anyone who can't carry much weight, this gives great ideas for cutting back without cutting out. As a mom, I carry a large purse everywhere, so I have a lot more emergency items than an Altoids can would fit! 😊 As a prepper, I have items both in my BOB and my purse and my BOB is in my truck. So, if someone were to steal my purse, I'd still have what I need in my BOB.
@miasmom1230
9 ай бұрын
Thanks as always Kris! Congrats on finally hitting 1 Million subscribers!
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Thanks! Exciting milestone to hit and glad to have this community.
@gambit-q3y
9 ай бұрын
Congrats on reaching the 1 million club, I knew you were going to do it and you did it with integrity.
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
thank you!
@steven-un4iw
9 ай бұрын
I would recommend adding a whirl pack bag sold by wazoo. Holds one liter and you could boil water in it if needed. Blessings.
@georgeg7840
9 ай бұрын
Nice EDC tin, change the canvas needle to a pre-threaded needle sealed in a straw, the ones I make include a mini paperclip and 2 mini safety pins. My EDC survival kit is called the ‘OLOK psk’ (One Litre One Kilo), large enough to be a true ‘stuck outside overnight in bad weather in Montréal’ but small enough to fit in the front compartment of my backpack (5.11 rush 24). My ‘most bang for the buck’ survival item is a stick of good lip balm, has many survival uses other than the obvious, the one I use has SPF15 so can even be used as sunscreen.
@annking1576
4 ай бұрын
@georgeg7840 in Montreal. / keep in touch in case we need to visit each other if things get really stupid. Annie Adirondacks
@THEMARTIALARTSCHANNEL-bb4fx
8 ай бұрын
I carry mine with me at all time. Togheter with a small pocket knife in the same pocket. Just as John Wiseman say you should. Fire steel Waterproof matches Water purification tablets Non lubricaded condoms Fishing line Fishing hooks Lead sinkers Brass wire Wistle Signal mirror Band-aids Alchol wipes Button compass I live in sweden and we are close to war against russia. So I study and practise survival and combat skills everyday from Wisemans books and videos.
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
My exact thoughts but is tough being a female, where/how...(usually tucked where it is 'warm'..ha ha
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
hmmm. condoms, good idea. they are strong. Wonder if they make them small enough to use as finger protectors. I buy those little vinyl ones bc my finger tips (usually from doing dishes or just the dry weather) but they break after 1/2 day use.
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear that. You and yours, please be careful.
@annking1576
4 ай бұрын
@THEMARTIALARTSCHANNEL-bb4fx God bless & stay safe - Annie from the USA
@Miclantechupi
9 ай бұрын
Canvas needle. Not for sewing. Improvised compass. Magnetise it and place it on a cork or leaf floating on water and it will swing to point north-south....
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
Plus easy to fit small magnet in tin
@annking1576
4 ай бұрын
@Miclantechupi. I'll have to check to see if that would work in areas near us that have high iron content or if magnet would be useless.
@Miclantechupi
4 ай бұрын
@@annking1576 Very rare condition. And if you were in such an area you would know the magnetic variation anyway. I have never been anywhere that a magnetic compass is inoperable or not good enough for basic orientation.
@That.Lady.withtheYarn
9 ай бұрын
Don’t keep loose pills in a bag. Make sure they’re the foil sealed with the name of it on there. A bobbing of thicker sewing thread or fishing line and an embroidery needle.
@janamiles597
9 ай бұрын
May need to add an anti nausia and anti diarrheal tabs as well
@krisqueen5939
8 ай бұрын
I carry those tablets on a locket around my neck. 😁
@saritaford3667
9 ай бұрын
Encouraging people to adjust and tweak is one of the many reasons I love your channel. I feel encouraged and supported, rather than belittled and lectured to. Thanks Kris!!!
@RobbsHomemadeLife
9 ай бұрын
I always carry cash pepper spray, a small multi tool knife, ink pen, paper, eyeglasses, and phone. Inside my phone case is a tiny Ziploc bag with a folded up paper towel my phone turns on by using my finger but if I am in a rainstorm and my hands are wet and I can't dry them I can't turn on my phone my finger is dry so the phone can identify me as a user
@Lord-Mikael-Stone
9 ай бұрын
Im glad you did this video so thanks. Due to the fact I ride a motorbike pretty much everyday and carry a backpack most days outside of that. I often have somekind of carrying capacity with me. So im thinking of building a similiar kit but using a single wall stainless steel water bottle. So bit more space and obviously a good sized container for water too. Thanks for giving me food for thought.
@paxorra5528
9 ай бұрын
Thanks, I like the SS water bottle, perfect, put all the contains into a ziploc bag and the water bottle would be available w/out fuss!
@Lord-Mikael-Stone
9 ай бұрын
@@paxorra5528 a ziploc bag is a great idea. Thanks for the suggestion
@almadeckard8360
9 ай бұрын
When you stack batteries as you have them in a plastic bag they will lose their charge. Been there! You might have some iodine tabs they are small and SYA in a nuke.
@maryellenyork2819
9 ай бұрын
Use a rubber band to add the thin emergency "blanket/tarp" on the outside.
@paulamcclure3402
8 ай бұрын
Could upgrade to a Ranger Band, which would last longer than a rubber band... and can be used as an emergency fire starter/extender.
@mikeslebodnik8512
9 ай бұрын
Great video, Kris. I have yet to assemble a tin. I'd have to add caffeine or something to give me a boost. See ya in the members room!
@valstarkgraf
8 ай бұрын
I'd add Benadryl and Zofran to the first aid kit, might tuck a piece of something wrapped in foil for a signal mirror, would include a meds list and my health registration intake info, and I'd probably tuck the kit into a pair of decent gloves.
@Rubio_Eric
9 ай бұрын
Best tip on this video was the loop around using cash to stop the soliciting tips people.👍👍
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Srsly the tips are getting out of control
@gregorytremaine1164
9 ай бұрын
Great Kit. I got to do this. I'd try to add a small piece of gauze and a small razor blade. Or start building a second one with a fish hook. Line. Those compressed toilet paper rolls. Etc. Even mini eye drops...
@bc4yt
9 ай бұрын
Hey Kris, production quality, attitude, presentation, confidence all on point! Congrats on hitting 1m subs. Nice little kit, I liked it. I would add a good quality ziplock or oven bag, inside or out, as a container. You can use it to carry water, disinfect water in sunlight, focus sunlight, carry foraged items and so on. Maybe add a couple of sheets of waxed paper as flame extenders and some aluminum foil if it'll fit. Loved the tiny flashlight!
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Grogg22
9 ай бұрын
Good thought-provoking video. In addition to the already suggested fishing line & putting the tin in a zip top bag, you might consider using a few more mini zip top bags for the other items in the tin in the event the larger one is in use, particularly for the light & water purifying tablets. Also suggesting 4 rubber bands or 4 hair scrungis around the tin since those can be used for a variety of applications. As you noted, it's all based on individual need, so the contents of mine differ from yours. For the haters, that just means our individual sitiational needs differ, not that either is "better" or "worse".
@johndinneen1222
9 ай бұрын
Would a mini bic lighter fit in there?
@rebeccasmith8567
9 ай бұрын
Women carry their "survival kit" with them every day of their adult life. It's called a purse.
@lindamarsteller4582
9 ай бұрын
What about a balloon for water container?
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
That would definitely work as well
@First_saint
9 ай бұрын
Good idea, but instead of a balloon, you can use an extra-strong condom. Stronger and more flexibility.
@Glenn.Manuel
9 ай бұрын
For cash put a few coins in, some vending machines do not take bills, so to get a drink or a snack with coins would be handy.
@-Rook-
9 ай бұрын
Personally I think pain relief is more important than its often given credit for, if you have a significant headache its the difference between operating at normal or low capacity. Between enjoying a day and having a miserable day.
@i.b.640
8 ай бұрын
You are completly right. I always carry a Headaches Kit with me for my husband. (Paracetamol and Ibuprofen, Magnesium, and a kind of hard candy - different pains need different stuff. ) He is prone to migraines and headaches. It has saved the day more then once. And not for him alone. And these were just outings and social Situations.
@owieprone
8 ай бұрын
@@i.b.640 Haven't watched the whole vid yet, but if not mentioned, carry some electrolyte tablets (high-5 or similar), they're also good for headaches and migraines, but also good if you need to hike for help.
@i.b.640
8 ай бұрын
@@owieprone Ah, good to know. I thought I had that covered with the magnesium, but I'll look into it.
@melstark3466
9 ай бұрын
I have a small Swiss Army knife multi-tool, a lifetime match that also acts as flint, high beam compact flashlight and a few other small items that I take with me everywhere. I’m in the process of creating a bug home bag for my car. Thx Kris for the wonderful content as usual!🙏🖖
@_evilqueen
9 ай бұрын
Did you know you can get an emergency phone charger that's about the size of a credit card? I got one for Christmas.... also congrats on 1 million! You deserve it.
@karolykovacs5930
9 ай бұрын
maybe you can stick a light reflective material on the outside surface of the box. can be also handy and takes almost zero space.
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Great idea!
@kinglee3990
9 ай бұрын
I like you videos. To carry water, just fold a small sandwich size zip lock bag. That way you can put your water tablets in with the water. I like your little swiss army knife. For cordage you can purchase the 550 cord wrist bracelet with a compass on it so you can take the compass out of the can to make room for something else. I use velcro help keep my little can closed.
@johnoudin5646
9 ай бұрын
Only thing I would recommend is smaller $ currency. Thinking in a SHTF situation, folks will be reluctant to give change.... so more 1's, 5's, and 10's.
@damiensanguinaire
9 ай бұрын
Great idea but I would suggest more smaller denominations namely more 5's and 1's maybe some change not too many because it'll become too heavy but just in case the cashier can't change a ten or twenty. Just a thought. 😁
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
Yep, works in soda and snack machines, but a 20 is good for gas
@OneOffization
9 ай бұрын
In a sub-zero environment, I wouldn't want to blow on a frozen metal whistle, I'd probably go with plastic.
@Favorite-catNip
9 ай бұрын
I would add a pair of medical gloves. U squish them down. Gloves will protect your hands in soo many situations. Whether fixing something or basically getting hands dirty
@adventurebythemile
8 ай бұрын
I think having a bugout bag would be more useful. I don’t understand why anyone would want something so tiny in an emergency. I keep a 35L backpack ready to go. Freeze dried foods, sawyer water filter, hot hand, fire striker, down blanket, wool socks, few pair of undies, hat, down jacket, cordage, small homemade first aid kit, sunglasses, small signally mirror, handgun, knife, teabags, quick energy tablets, MSR pocket rocket stove, small can isopro fuel canister, bandana, emergency blanket, and small folding shovel. In my closet ready to go. I still need to get potassium iodine tablets and water purifing drops. I do have an alcohol stove also.
@njwtube
7 ай бұрын
Can imagine him trying to signal someone with that torch 😂 😂
@suzannedundon4275
9 ай бұрын
Congratulations on hitting 1 million, Kris! Really good ideas in this video. Thanks
@hannahgroeneveld
9 ай бұрын
Could probably fit a rain poncho and/or an emergency blanket in there too!
@milododds1
9 ай бұрын
Chris, you always do an amazing job. I too am a "Sub-urban Prepper" like yourself and I'm certain we have very similar backgrounds. The only difference is that I'm in NorCal while you're in SoCal. You follow Dave Canterbury's advice (military) while I tend to follow Cody Lundin's (earthy/indigenous) approach a little bit more but I also have some military training I took from a retired green beret that's been very practical. It's best to learn from as many different perspectivs as you can, we always need a Plan B, C, & D up our sleeves.
@shellywerner4509
9 ай бұрын
Hi milo, I'm in norcal too, in CC county. Where about are you?
@milododds1
9 ай бұрын
@@shellywerner4509 Fremont. Many years ago I ran the East Bay Preppers and we would connect with folks in Stockton and Modesto areas. Always good to have friends from out of town, especially for bugging out purposes.
@zenyeti3076
9 ай бұрын
Thanks Kris- this little tin is a literal life saver! Though you’ve covered this before; I think you just can’t pound this kit into people’s heads enough! If everyone that leaves the house daily carried this, think how less panic there would be in a disaster small or large. Blessings & good work as always! ☮️& 🌱
@theViewer221
8 ай бұрын
Would a small tea candle be a good option? Been wondering if that would be better than a a fire starter that only lasts a few minutes.
@dirtyscoundrel2013
8 ай бұрын
Great video! As a survival instructor (urban and suburban) here's my additions. Benedryl and Imodium tablets, butterfly wound closures, 1 quart freezer bag for water, bus tokens, safety pins, lock picks, lock shims, single use tube of super glue
@lindadoby5891
9 ай бұрын
Add a hair elastic, ladies!
@yellowdog762jb
8 ай бұрын
Very good video. This is your urban kit. Sadly, in urban areas finding a discarded water bottle or other container shouldn't be that hard. So, IMO, you're good to go on that omission. A stick of chewing gum is a must have! Think of where MacGyver would be without a gum wrapper! 😂 I think a regular needle and a little thread wouldn't take up any noticeable space. With it, you can sew on a button or mend a small tear. In all odds, a popped button may be the most severe urban emergency many of us face on a daily basis. A small needle would work better than the canvas needle for digging out splinters. That canvas needle could almost be made into an improvised weapon in an emergency. Also, maybe wrap it with a few feet of Kevlar fishing line. I'd add at least 2 Exedrian tablets as they are pain killers plus caffeine. If you are a caffeine junkie forced to suddenly go cold turkey the headache can be debilitating. Maybe a tiny pencil, what we used to call a golf pencil, and a few loose sheets of paper to take/leave notes. If you have a Write in the Rain tablet you can pull from that's even better. Pencil is water proof. The watch band style of compass would only take up a tad more room than your button compass, but they could easily be worn around your neck on a piece of string. A safety pin. They have a lot of uses and don't take up any room. Felix Imler is an advocate of a small magnet stuck in a nook of his Swiss Army Knife. I've tried to find places to stash small round magnets that have a hole in the middle. Using a piece of thread they could be useful for retrieving items from hard to reach places. I usually carry a fairly strong magnet that's a tad larger than a U. S Quarter in my fishing tackle box because stuff just seems to end up in the water at times. I'm not sure what long term effect a magnet stored near you compass would have though. I'm on the fence on whether I'd pack a single use triple antibiotic instead of the alcohol wipe if I had to pick just one of the two. You didn't really touch on your reasoning for that item. Perhaps I'm not fully considering all the reasons you made that choice. I like your light! I stash the squeeze type lights that run on a 2032 coin battery. They come in red and green as well. You might be able to bluff someone that you are holding them at gun point if you have a small red light. But I like red or green to preserve my night vision. You may also be able to scavenge extra coin batteries from car keys and other devices. Many devices will actually work with more than one size of coin battery. So if you don't have the exact size that's called for, try it anyway. A bandana could easily be carried in your pocket on a daily basis. Even a handkerchief could be used to pre-filter water or as a wound compress. If I was going to grab one more thing to stuff in a pocket, it might be a large trash bag to use as a rain poncho in a pinch. They fold up super flat when new. But then so do cheap ponchos! Lol. Especially for ladies, be aware of having decent footwear if there's ever a chance you may have to walk any distance at all. But shoes aren't going to fit into an altoid can!
@KaylynnStrain
9 ай бұрын
you could put the kit in a iplock bag that is double the size of the tin then just fold it over and secure that with a ranger band, then you got a practical water container you can drop one of the tablets in
@melissacrawley2854
9 ай бұрын
Good old fashioned waxed dental floss is always in my bags. That stuff is so multi-purpose its nuts! Lol. I keep one in my glovebox too. :) I've gotten some pretty strange looks for packing that stuff so I'm glad I'm not the only one. lol.
@dennisdahlberg4000
9 ай бұрын
With all that stuff you probably last 24 hours..
@Shalyn890
8 ай бұрын
Have you been looking in my kit? My tins look almost exactly like yours, down to the Katadyne tablets. I had some little "finger lights" that were kind of more like toys and I used to keep one in my tin. It was a great addition when the electric went off at work, we had to use the stairs, and the safety lights were out, too. As an aside, your voice and looks remind me of my history professor at Univ of Indianapolis who could tell a great story! I enjoyed watching and listening. Thank you
@felixdacat6572
9 ай бұрын
hmmmmmmm...Just wondering if your'e gonna give The Urban Prepper some credit for doing this Altoids tin thing Wayyyyyy back in the day....just Sayin...!
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
He said a bunch of people have done these vids and they have there are 100s maybe more, I don’t blame him for not researching to find out who was the actual first person. Heck boy scouts were doing it prior to you tubbers
@felixdacat6572
9 ай бұрын
@@minuteprepper838 Yep...You're right...its been recycled around for a good while...I remember making and carrying one as a Boy Scout inside of a 35mm film canister. 👍
@ikuk172
9 ай бұрын
We literally got lost walking our dogs in a small woodland area, not life threatening but it makes me realise how important knowing we're you are is, if ky phone wasn't working we would still be lost.
@manwiththeredface7821
9 ай бұрын
Half of these can fit on a keychain, the other half in a wallet or even better in a smartphone case (the kind that can hold a few cards as well beside your phone).
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
I also have things like that flaslight attached to jackets as zipper pulls, also paracord replacement for clothing (hoodies, jackets) draw strings
@user-McGiver
9 ай бұрын
I would add a space blanket [one side army green] in its little bag outside the box, with a couple of rubber bands to keep everything together... (think ''outside the box''...)
@exceptionallydez7391
8 ай бұрын
Very nice! I will be adding this to my purse. Thanks for the tips.
@clarkkent4991
9 ай бұрын
🔥🥬🧠Hello Kris. CAN YOU PLEASE HELP ME? I’m trying to locate your video regarding making Jelepano pepper jelly. I made a batch and I need to make another but I can’t find the video again. Can you please tell me the title of that video again please? Thank you so much!!! Stay safe.
@ericallen7200
9 ай бұрын
I would add a wide large rubber band or short section of latex tubing...either would help make a decent slingshot. You could still fit in a paper thin mirror. I have one credit card sized that's half mirror and half magnifying glass (can start a fire with it on a sunny day) plus the edge can be used to shave kindling off of small sticks for fire starting needs.
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
Do you remember where you got the half mirror half mag.
@deleter1823
9 ай бұрын
I’d like to including Card gun or my belt buckle 22 pistol. Very well hidden always with a belt that looks like a simple buckle and belt can be used to tie , twist things open , Or defense itself .
@annking1576
4 ай бұрын
Planted my medicinal herb garden at my bug-out location 2 years ago - plantain, yarrow, mullein, stinging nettle, chamomile, wild Lettuce, plus others. And a perennial edible garden ( protected from creatures). That makes 2 less things to have to worry about!
@NewEnglandLyle
9 ай бұрын
Might I suggest a couple thin strips of gorilla tape used to tape your needle to the inside of the lid of the tin so it doesn't get lost if you're moving stuff around to access bits and the thin strips of tape are also a crude ready-made butterfly stitch should you get a gash of sorts
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
Also the taoe can double for firestarter and if you add a curved needle the floss can be used to stich a large gash (in a bind)
@jointgib
8 ай бұрын
those little packs of sugar and salt you get at mcdonalds etc
@jmartin3134
8 ай бұрын
Can opener, salt tablets, safety pin, Bobby pin, rubber band, tweezers, nail clipper, allergy pill, aspirin, soap paper
@SparkSurvival
9 ай бұрын
Considerations... A small drawstring bag/pouch is better for a couple reasons, it's not hard sided, so it's more comfortable in a pocket. Offers more flexibility in size & shape of items. Can also be used as a prefilter for water collection. I know it means sacrificing the char tin, but a .5 oz beeswax tea light/cosmetics screw top tin would easily fit. I'd have sime type of wood saw blade. AAA flashlight offers more output and more availability on batteries for not much bigger. could even use a rechargeable AAA if desired. One with a clip can attach to a hatbrim as a headlamp. Kevlar or dynema cord depending on application is better for size to weigh ratio. And I'd trade whistle for a thin candybar or protein bar mylar wrapper, reflective side is signalling and can still be used as a whistle. I'd lose zipties in favor of a 2nd fire tab, or even better is an actual small lighter or quality matches. All that being said though, I'd rather spreadload my needed items on my person in ways incorporated as EDC I don't need to remember to pack. Example would be to put the duct tape flat and under a shoe insole, or additional cordage on shoe laces. Creatively carrying necessities is the idea on that. Good base level kit and good job noting the oversights in the 10 Cs and willingness to adapt and make it your own.
@anitamorrison5426
9 ай бұрын
I made one years ago one in car one in picnic or hiking bag. It's great doesn't take any space. Thanks I have been telling people and gave me kids one.
@jessicadiaz5551
9 ай бұрын
Yay 🎉 congrats on the 1million mark ! I’m so glad I love your channel. I believe you keep a level headed attitude which calms my worries about what happening. I like other channels but that’s what sets you apart other channels just freak me out too much. I love your attitude but seriousness behind your tone which sends urgency without the panic so I appreciate and def happy for your channel. And thankful for it 🎉❤
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@osomxl
8 ай бұрын
Stick the whole thing in a wide mouth water bottle or omit the altoids tin all together and now you have room for a handkerchief and space blanket.
@Olyphoto7
9 ай бұрын
Add a plastic bag or condom for carrying water. Another item is a applicator free all cotton tampon which can be used for its intended purpose or first aid plus they can be used to start a fire. I also recommend some MeFix tape, which works great for fabric and first aid. Micro paracord is also a great option. I’ve chosen to carry a few small pouches to meet my needs.
@JujutsuMama
8 ай бұрын
I’m laughing because if I wear ladies pants to work I can’t fit an Altoids tin in my minuscule pocket. I guess women are out of luck in case of emergencies. 😜
@beccagiessing3890
8 ай бұрын
I keep a $20 bill And floss between my phone case and phone. Handy in a movie theater after eating popcorn.
@justjoanish
9 ай бұрын
I am amazed at how much you got into that. I'm going to have fun recreating this.
@darrelmartin8261
9 ай бұрын
Nice, some other items...pair of foam earplugs...medium size fish hook. Fun one.
@minuteprepper838
9 ай бұрын
Yes definitely
@AndrewZelenka
8 ай бұрын
We also added a tiny salt, lemon powder, and sugar packet for a homemade electrolytes mix.
@-inov8talon-
8 ай бұрын
I disagree with your combustion choice. A bic lighter is just as good if not better than a ferro rod. It can get wet, submerged and dry it out it will work and if it’s dead it can be used as a spark to ignite a birds nest. It will fit in your Altoids can also.
@christinae.burlison936
8 ай бұрын
Next years stocking stuffers for my kids. Or maybe i move it up to birthdays with the state of the world!
@HungryJavelina
8 ай бұрын
A couple more "Cs" for your consideration: 🍬 Candy - A single Werther's Original is 24 calories, 5 carbs (sugar), a half a gram of fat, and even 20 mg salt. Perfect energy booster, better even than a Jolly Rancher. Also gets your mouth juices going if you're walking and have a dry mouth. 🥫Can Opener - P-38 or P-51 🥣Cube of bouillon - if you have your single-walled metal water bottle with you, heat up some water and pop in your cube. You've got a hot broth that can hydrate you as well as provide some electrolytes. ⚪Compressed towel - these are magic. Seriously. The size of a button yet they expand to a normal washcloth. ☕Caffeine - A caffeine tablet could be helpful in an emergency that requires energy. OR a tea bag. During warm weather, make sun tea in your water bottle. OR a single instant coffee packet...or, all three if you're a Tetris packer 🧷Connect - Safety pins, one large, one small Care - Single use Neosporin, chapstick or small lip balm, or vaseline 🧵Cordage - if you don't need dental floss, consider Kevlar micro cordage or thread Containment - use a ranger band around your tin to keep it from opening, keep all your supplies contained within. Women may like to use a ponytail holder band 🌵🥵 IN A HOT WEATHER / DESERT ENVIRONMENT: ☀Cover: Single use packet of sunscreen or mini bottle 🩹Care - blister care adhesive cushions (Compeed, etc.) 💧Care - Pedialyte Electrolyte Powder Packet 🔍Card, i.e. Magnifying card that can focus the sun to start a fire
@ironman2326
8 ай бұрын
I have yet to use the push pin in my swiss army knives but it's so small and doesn't weigh anything so why not🤷🏼♂️
@janiceb8809
8 ай бұрын
Gave your ideas some thought. First put all the things you need together and then find a container. Tiny hand made sewing kit safety pins, regular and heavy coat thread and needles.Nail clippers. Put small things that can be easily lost on hook or around neck. Some carrying ideas. Wear a pouch on a zippered travel travel belt. Carry a water bottle in a strapped carrier that has a pocket. Can tie a hanky on. Wear cargo pants, lots of pockets. Carry in a purse/man bag or backpack. Use small zippered bags. Update and refill regularly. BTW I usually have had this kind of stuff in my purse for the last 40 years. Also good when traveling.
@kevinb8572
9 ай бұрын
Smelling salt can be very helpful, especially if you or someone else needs to keep moving.
@MsKitty-st1yv
8 ай бұрын
PS You could pin ur currency with a med size safety pin, instead.
@apprenticegilligan1635
9 ай бұрын
10 Cs is like Vanquest color code. Not everyone is going to know what they are and if you are wounded or unconscious you won't be able to explain to others. I would also put in a gram of gold along with the cash (I heard people in Venezuela were trading them for hotel rooms).
@denisestewart8247
9 ай бұрын
Cordage I would use fishing line. It's strong and thin.
@ifyoudontfailyouarenoteven6210
9 ай бұрын
One word on the small compass - if you can afford something like Suunto mini compass, go for it. My experience from last week - a year ago I bought a pack of small compasses from some no-name company on Amazon and put them into a drawer. Last week I opened a drawer just to find that all of them had no liquid inside, and for whatever reason no spin at all. On the contrary, I've been using a Suunto Clipper attached to my watch band for the last three years, and it still works well, even with the small air bubble inside. If you know other trustworthy brands, let me know below.
@TaraLee627
9 ай бұрын
Congratulations on 1 million subscribers, Kris! Thank you for all of your content and teachings. May we all have heard to hear, eyes to see, and hearts to embrace. Wishing you, your family and your team many blessings in the coming year.
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@sylhunt8230
9 ай бұрын
very intrigued i just made 6 bug out bags for kids, wife and myself for christmas....but this is also great
@michaellucas8927
9 ай бұрын
Instead of using a nail to roll your tape on try using one of those lottery pencils. That way you have something to write with, jic you need to leave a message or take notes.
@CityPrepping
9 ай бұрын
Excellent idea!
@michaellucas8927
9 ай бұрын
Or, if you prefer, you could use the ink cartridge from a cheap ballpoint 🖊️.
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