First, let me say that this is super cool, and my dad loves it! It's a great "guy" gift. However, the nice assortment of tools and stuff is also the reason you may want to think about what it comes with because it's not all necessary, so here's my review of which tools are nice to have and which ones aren't:
Cool or Nice to Have Tools to have: Knife, pen, flashlight, fire starter, and wire saw.
Although the knife is average, and most guys that receive this gift are already going to have a few knives they love, it's always fun to have another knife, especially one that can stick with your kit. The pen is hefty and the "self-defense" part will probably never be used, but depending on where you live or what you do, it could be a viable tool in your arsenal. The flashlight isn't as bright as I was expecting, but it's much better than a phone flashlight. I haven't tested the fire starter, but it was something I was surprised to see in the kit and could definitely be useful (making a fire in the wilderness is very difficult without the right tools). Last cool tool is the wire saw, which you probably won't need in a survival situation but could still be handy if you're wanting to cut through a thick log for a tent pole or something like that.
Okay Tools to Have: Fishing Tools, Blanket, Spork
The blanket isn't that warm, but it is larger than I expected and water proof, so it could be used as a tent (as mentioned in the product description), and if folded enough, it could also keep someone warm. The fishing tools are handy because they don't take up very much space, but you'll still need to find something to complement it with, like a large stick, and have a way to reel. The spork is handy in general camping situations, but not an overall useful tool.
Tools that Aren't That Great: Compass, Bottle Clip, Pocket Card
The compass is not consistent; it works intermittently so it isn't very reliable. The bottle clip is pointless; most people who would use this kit already have a backpack that most likely has pockets for a water bottle. The pocket card is meant to fit in a wallet, which it does if you have a large wallet, but it's best feature is a bottle opener, so it may be better used carrying around for fun than to keep in a survival kit.
Overall, it's a great gift (or something for yourself) because it's cool, cheap, has a lot of useful tools, and is very light and compact. The downside is the useless tools that take up space and your kit may have a broken flashlight or compass, but still worth it in my opinion.
Dreamweaving29 –
Great product
Gift for son, he loved it
Regular Jane Shmo –
Works great!!
I was surprised by how many items fit in the tiny little box. The tools are great quality and easy to carry and pack too!
Chris Wilson –
Amazing Father’s Day Gift
This gift was amazing for my father. He loves that it comes with a whole lot of useful tools to use while he goes out camping. Worth the price for all the items you get. I highly recommend to others this wonderful gift for father’s day.
McKennan Dalton –
Cool Gift, But Has Some Useless Tools
First, let me say that this is super cool, and my dad loves it! It’s a great “guy” gift. However, the nice assortment of tools and stuff is also the reason you may want to think about what it comes with because it’s not all necessary, so here’s my review of which tools are nice to have and which ones aren’t:Cool or Nice to Have Tools to have: Knife, pen, flashlight, fire starter, and wire saw.Although the knife is average, and most guys that receive this gift are already going to have a few knives they love, it’s always fun to have another knife, especially one that can stick with your kit. The pen is hefty and the “self-defense” part will probably never be used, but depending on where you live or what you do, it could be a viable tool in your arsenal. The flashlight isn’t as bright as I was expecting, but it’s much better than a phone flashlight. I haven’t tested the fire starter, but it was something I was surprised to see in the kit and could definitely be useful (making a fire in the wilderness is very difficult without the right tools). Last cool tool is the wire saw, which you probably won’t need in a survival situation but could still be handy if you’re wanting to cut through a thick log for a tent pole or something like that.Okay Tools to Have: Fishing Tools, Blanket, SporkThe blanket isn’t that warm, but it is larger than I expected and water proof, so it could be used as a tent (as mentioned in the product description), and if folded enough, it could also keep someone warm. The fishing tools are handy because they don’t take up very much space, but you’ll still need to find something to complement it with, like a large stick, and have a way to reel. The spork is handy in general camping situations, but not an overall useful tool.Tools that Aren’t That Great: Compass, Bottle Clip, Pocket CardThe compass is not consistent; it works intermittently so it isn’t very reliable. The bottle clip is pointless; most people who would use this kit already have a backpack that most likely has pockets for a water bottle. The pocket card is meant to fit in a wallet, which it does if you have a large wallet, but it’s best feature is a bottle opener, so it may be better used carrying around for fun than to keep in a survival kit.Overall, it’s a great gift (or something for yourself) because it’s cool, cheap, has a lot of useful tools, and is very light and compact. The downside is the useless tools that take up space and your kit may have a broken flashlight or compass, but still worth it in my opinion.
Thomas Mitchell –
Great gift for all
It’s a great kit
Josephine Mantanona Ardle –
VEITORLD great kit
My husband loves it and it’s a great kit to carry around.
Michelle –
Great gift
My husband loves this. Everything is helpful.
Mary Crowder –
Survival kit
My son loved this. We had to remind him he had other presents to unwrap. Kept going back to this one to admire all it had.