Hello all
Have a bit of a request. I've finally combined my PSK into what I think is a pretty good and usable kit. I was hoping that some of you would chime in with a bit of a constructive critique.
This is my PSK
1. 20' hank of OD paracord, 12' hank of black paracord, 7' hank of OD paracord.
2. small skillet from French mess kit. The larger skillet and the plate are part of my BOB.
3. mosquito headnet. This is a holdover from living in AK where they were a necessity. Figured it would save my sanity if bugs were out plus could be used as a fishing net, or to hold fish in the river, or all sorts of other uses.
4. this is the pouch it all fits in. Found this at a local Army/Navy store for $4.50. Has belt loop on back.
5. Gerber diamond knife sharpener.
6. nail bent on one end and sharpened on both plus 50' of spiderwire spectra fishing line. The nail can be lashed to the end of a thik pole for a gig and the spiderwire can be used for snares, fishing, and shelter building.
7. fishing kit - hooks, split shot, 50' 12lb test mono, 50' of spiderwire, small orange cork float and such. The spiderwire can be used to rig a trot line.
8. start of a small med kit. currently has tylenol, immodium, benadryl, bandaids and couple of butterfly bandages. Needs a bit more.
9. my first compass - good ol' classic BSA model. Might replace this with a small keychain model as I almost always cary a bit better compass on me anyway when I'm in the woods and usually a GPS as well. Always have maps of the area to hopefully negate the need for all of this.
10. snake bite kit - most of my outdoor recreation is in the Appalachian snake pit.
11. Victorinox Tinker - love this knife and have had it for many years.
12. start of survival necklace. Currently led flashlight with button cell batteries in backwards and a Fox40 whistle.
13. sewing kit including couple of different size needles and black thread.
14. signal mirror
15. emergency blanket - will likely upgrade this with a bit better one down the road.
16. magnesim fire starter with hacksaw blade striker.
17. lighter - still need o-ring to put around this to make sure it doesn't leak when packed.
19. tinder. These are 1" pieces of cotton piping cord (stuff that makes the little round trim on couches and such) soaked in PJ and lighter fluid then sealed in duct-tape. Just cut a slit in the duct-tape, pick out some of the fibers and strike the flint rod. Will burn a long time.
19. waterproof paper and pencil. Like the pencil since it will write in the rain and doesn't age.
Here is the kit partially assembled.
Most of the items are in a ziploc freezer bag and ride in the skillet. This, along with the rope, the bug net and the snake bite kit go in the main pocket while the knife, compass and survival necklace go in the front pocket. There is still a bit of room in both pockets and a wee bit inside the skillet.
Things I still want to add:
1. one of those short sharpies. As others have mentioned you can write details on a victim and they're great for leaving notes and such.
2. more med items - here is one area I'm definitely open for suggestions on.
3. 6" wood cutting sawzall blade for use as emergency saw.
Not pictured are my fixed blade knife, 4" spear point I made myself, fixed blade knife, any of a number of types, hiking staff (rarely go without one), Mountain Smith pack and bladder system.
Upgrades I still need to do:
1. Add some webbing on the sides of the bag so I can attach a shoulder strap. Will use 2 split rings (key rings) on each side since they have all sorts of uses and for a shoulder strap I will tie up a braided type of strap out of paracord or accessory cord as a means of carrying more rope. (I like lots of rope).
2. add a couple of scalpels. All sorts of uses for these.
3. upgrade to a good ferocium (sp?) rod since I find myself never using the magnesium as tinder.
4. different flashlight - this one is camo and has a green light. Want a brightly colored flashlight with a good white light.
And of course any suggestions I get here.
Thank you to all who respond. This is really a good learning place.
Charles
Have a bit of a request. I've finally combined my PSK into what I think is a pretty good and usable kit. I was hoping that some of you would chime in with a bit of a constructive critique.
This is my PSK
1. 20' hank of OD paracord, 12' hank of black paracord, 7' hank of OD paracord.
2. small skillet from French mess kit. The larger skillet and the plate are part of my BOB.
3. mosquito headnet. This is a holdover from living in AK where they were a necessity. Figured it would save my sanity if bugs were out plus could be used as a fishing net, or to hold fish in the river, or all sorts of other uses.
4. this is the pouch it all fits in. Found this at a local Army/Navy store for $4.50. Has belt loop on back.
5. Gerber diamond knife sharpener.
6. nail bent on one end and sharpened on both plus 50' of spiderwire spectra fishing line. The nail can be lashed to the end of a thik pole for a gig and the spiderwire can be used for snares, fishing, and shelter building.
7. fishing kit - hooks, split shot, 50' 12lb test mono, 50' of spiderwire, small orange cork float and such. The spiderwire can be used to rig a trot line.
8. start of a small med kit. currently has tylenol, immodium, benadryl, bandaids and couple of butterfly bandages. Needs a bit more.
9. my first compass - good ol' classic BSA model. Might replace this with a small keychain model as I almost always cary a bit better compass on me anyway when I'm in the woods and usually a GPS as well. Always have maps of the area to hopefully negate the need for all of this.
10. snake bite kit - most of my outdoor recreation is in the Appalachian snake pit.
11. Victorinox Tinker - love this knife and have had it for many years.
12. start of survival necklace. Currently led flashlight with button cell batteries in backwards and a Fox40 whistle.
13. sewing kit including couple of different size needles and black thread.
14. signal mirror
15. emergency blanket - will likely upgrade this with a bit better one down the road.
16. magnesim fire starter with hacksaw blade striker.
17. lighter - still need o-ring to put around this to make sure it doesn't leak when packed.
19. tinder. These are 1" pieces of cotton piping cord (stuff that makes the little round trim on couches and such) soaked in PJ and lighter fluid then sealed in duct-tape. Just cut a slit in the duct-tape, pick out some of the fibers and strike the flint rod. Will burn a long time.
19. waterproof paper and pencil. Like the pencil since it will write in the rain and doesn't age.
Here is the kit partially assembled.
Most of the items are in a ziploc freezer bag and ride in the skillet. This, along with the rope, the bug net and the snake bite kit go in the main pocket while the knife, compass and survival necklace go in the front pocket. There is still a bit of room in both pockets and a wee bit inside the skillet.
Things I still want to add:
1. one of those short sharpies. As others have mentioned you can write details on a victim and they're great for leaving notes and such.
2. more med items - here is one area I'm definitely open for suggestions on.
3. 6" wood cutting sawzall blade for use as emergency saw.
Not pictured are my fixed blade knife, 4" spear point I made myself, fixed blade knife, any of a number of types, hiking staff (rarely go without one), Mountain Smith pack and bladder system.
Upgrades I still need to do:
1. Add some webbing on the sides of the bag so I can attach a shoulder strap. Will use 2 split rings (key rings) on each side since they have all sorts of uses and for a shoulder strap I will tie up a braided type of strap out of paracord or accessory cord as a means of carrying more rope. (I like lots of rope).
2. add a couple of scalpels. All sorts of uses for these.
3. upgrade to a good ferocium (sp?) rod since I find myself never using the magnesium as tinder.
4. different flashlight - this one is camo and has a green light. Want a brightly colored flashlight with a good white light.
And of course any suggestions I get here.
Thank you to all who respond. This is really a good learning place.
Charles
