[gaspump86]

Originally Posted by GrtWhytHype

Are you saying he needs a can opener by chance? /:-)

I have one. Forgot to type it.

[gaspump86]

Originally Posted by ctshooter

Don't forget the dryer lint, or tampons as fire tinder.

I have dryer lint in my kit.
I just typed "tinder"

[Gizord1]

Originally Posted by gaspump86

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/ol/B007N61MK6/ref=mw_dp_olp/189-7334756-8772121

Oh ok, I thought you meant the annihilator.
It wouldn't be good as a hatchet or a pry bar.

[dango]

Originally Posted by GrtWhytHype

Are you saying he needs a can opener by chance? /:-)

If memory serves me right ,would that be the old P-36 ?

[vj95]

It a p-38.

[JTJ]

You are carrying a hatchet/multi-tool and a machete. Might be a couple of pounds of redundancy. A wire saw works well and weighs almost nothing. Also quiet. I have an Old Timer Sharpening Steel which doubles as a chisel for breaking joints. Probably not made in the USA anymore. A prior poster was not kidding when he said get good hiking socks. Also get underwear like Under Armor. Expensive but worth every dime. Get good boots. Cheap ones wont hold up or protect your feet. Carrying a pack puts a lot of extra strain on your feet and ankles. Good boots are pack rated. I wear light hikers now but I would not think of carrying a heavy pack in them. If there is an REI near you, go there. They are specialists in hiking and climbing. You will be betting your life and unless you are a seasoned backpacker you wont believe the gear they have available to keep you comfortable and alive. In a way every backpacker is a survivalist. Almost forgot, get some ACE knee braces and put some mole skins in.
http://www.rei.com/?gclid=CMHg_6rbyLUCFad_QgodZioAbg&s_kwcid=TC|13030 |rei||S|e|17330702653&ef_id=UJXA9gAAGN@LOOzA:20130 222005951:s

[Gizord1]

Originally Posted by JTJ

You are carrying a hatchet/multi-tool and a machete. Might be a couple of pounds of redundancy. A wire saw works well and weighs almost nothing. Also quiet. I have an Old Timer Sharpening Steel which doubles as a chisel for breaking joints. Probably not made in the USA anymore. A prior poster was not kidding when he said get good hiking socks. Also get underwear like Under Armor. Expensive but worth every dime. Get good boots. Cheap ones wont hold up or protect your feet. Carrying a pack puts a lot of extra strain on your feet and ankles. Good boots are pack rated. I wear light hikers now but I would not think of carrying a heavy pack in them. If there is an REI near you, go there. They are specialists in hiking and climbing. You will be betting your life and unless you are a seasoned backpacker you wont believe the gear they have available to keep you comfortable and alive. In a way every backpacker is a survivalist. Almost forgot, get some ACE knee braces and put some mole skins in.
http://www.rei.com/?gclid=CMHg_6rbyLUCFad_QgodZioAbg&s_kwcid=TC|13030 |rei||S|e|17330702653&ef_id=UJXA9gAAGN@LOOzA:20130 222005951:s

Wire saws tend to break very easily. I've heard there is one used by the SAS that is very good, but all the ones I have used break easily.

[molonlabexx]

Originally Posted by gaspump86

Critisism? Critique? Comments?
check out the video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9yF_mnhVl8&feature=youtube_gdata_player

SHELTER:
camo 3 man dome tent, camo 8x10' tarp, green poncho, 100' paracord, poly string, blanket, *US GI sleep mat

TOOLS:
hatchet/pry bar/hammer in one, shovel, machete, saw, tool kit, gun cleaning kit, utility knife, *sharpening stone,

FOOD &COOKING:
3 days food, seasoning, sugar, salt & pepper, Mess kit, stove, fuel, utinsils, pot holder, lighter, matches, trioxane, filet knife & sheath. *Rod & reel, tackle

WATER & WATER PURIFACATION:
3 liters water, *water filtration pump, water purifacation tablets, steel water bottle, coffee filters,

FIRE & LIGHT:
e-candles, flashlight, *AAs, lighters, w/p matches, trioxane, tinder, hand sanitizer, magnesium block & striker,

HEALTH:
FAK, hygiene kit, bug spray, sun block, foot & body powder, extra socks, underwear, & clothes

WEAPON SYSTEM:
.223 rifle + extra mags & sling
9mm pistol + extra mags & holster
Fixed blade knife & sheath
Molle vest + magazine/dump/misc. Pouches

I would add the following:

Portable water straw
.22 Rifle (Ruger 10/.22) and about 350 rounds of ammo.
Shortwave radio and am/fm/WB radio (most come all in one, those are the best to get and add to your kit.)

[CapnJack]

Looks like youve put alotta thought into it and it shows, nice work man.

I used to work witha guy that was my age that hiked the Appl. trail for the better part of some years past. I always used to ask him about his adventures and the such,and you could tell he wasnt bull****tin about any of it. Real down to earth hippy dude witha out of control beard. Damn i miss that clown.

[JTJ]

Originally Posted by Gizord1

Wire saws tend to break very easily. I've heard there is one used by the SAS that is very good, but all the ones I have used break easily.

My wire saw is an older one that has held up well. I dont remember what brand. Kink it and your done. Use a wedge to to keep from binding. The wedge is important.