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Shelly Nelson

Professional III

What is the best outdoor survival tool?

October 11, 2011 7:34 AM PDT · Flag · 8 answers

Johnny Winchester

Specialist III

Tool Logic SLP2 Tactical Folding 1/2 Serrated Knife With LED Flashl...

Tool Logic SLP2 Tactical Folding 1/2 Serrated Knife With LED Flashlight Magnesium Fire Starter and Signal W...

Tool Logic SLP2 Tactical Folding 1/2 Serrated Knife With LED Flashlight Magnesium Fire Starter and Signal Whistle Silver : The Tool Logic SL1 offers an integrated approach to survival/rescue. It features a razor sharp blade, flashlight and emergen... read more...

This thing is absolutely wonderful!!! Exactly what I was looking for. A blade, a flashlight, a fire starter... even an emergency whistle.
If you ask me this is the perfect little knife to take on a camping trip. It offers that little bit of security I need to feel confident in my safety. It's a great single item to bring along in your pack for ANY outdoors activity, because you really have no idea what might happen to you while you're out there.

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Kristin Walden

Professional I

United Cutlery Bush Master Survival Knife

By far this survival knife surpasses those other cheaply made models. Features include black cast metal handle, detachable hand guard, survival kit inside, precision compass built into butt cap, a 420 J2 stainless steel blade with saw back. Nylon ... read more...

This is a pretty awesome knife I bought for my husband, but there are some inherent problems with it.
The blade is really big, and is sharp enough. It's not fastened very well to the handle, so it's not useful for heavy duty chopping like big branches.
I still think it would be very useful if you were lost in the woods or whatever because you could certainly hun with it and also you could whittle sticks with it, if need be. Just hypothesizing here.
It also comes with lots of other useful things in the handle and sheath. It's a good thing to have around, that's for sure.

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Brad Vanlandingham

Specialist III

Victorinox Swiss Army Champion Plus Pocket Knife

From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army Knife a century ago comes the Champion Plus, a complete set of tools for campers, hikers, hunters, fishers, picnic enthusiasts, and people all trades--all neatly contained in a single implement... read more...

I would say as long as you don't need a big blade, this is the way to go. It's got tons of different knives, blades, even serrated ones...even has a magnifying glass which may help you make a fire? maybe..
these are fantastically durable, well made tools. years of use will come out of this guy!

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1 points posted by Tammy Smith

I think this is a tool that would be the most beneficial in the outdoors. It has a little something for every situation I can think of, minus starting a fire. Swiss Army knives are great.

Lance Reynolds

Specialist III

Tool Logic CC1SB Credit Card Companion With 1/2 Serrated Knife, Com...

Tool Logic CC1SB Credit Card Companion With 1/2 Serrated Knife, Compass, Magnification Lens, Tweezers and T...

Serrated Blade, 8X Power Lens, Compass, Bottle/Can Opener, Flat Screwdriver, Awl, Tweezers, Toothpick, Ruler, Lanyard Hole read more...

GREAT EXCEPT FOR THE COMPASS!! Compass does not work at all
The blade is sturdy and sharp. The bottle opener works, as does the magnifying glass, although it's small. Has little tweezers, too.
It wil fit in my wallet, although it adds too much bulk to carry around all the time, so I only add it when I am going for an adventure, or basically any time I leave the city.
It feels good to be prepared for the worst.

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Howard Eitzen

Professional III

Ka-Bar Becker BK2 Campanion Fixed Blade Knife

For all those who camp, hunt or spend time afield. The Campanion works just as happily splitting out kindling as it does prying apart joints and skinning game, not to mention chopping onions for the campfire chili! read more...

This should be all you need to survive in the wild. A solid, well made, sharp as hell knife.

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1 points posted by Doug Salgado

i agree. you can hunt, defend yourself, prepare food. all you need, and some survival instincts!

1 points posted by Matt Maiser

Luckily, survival instincts come standard if you're a human being!

Benjamin Thomas

Practitioner III

Camelbak Classic 70 oz Hydration Pack, Black

The minimalist for 2+ hours in the saddle. read more...

This is probably my most valued camping and hiking tool.

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1 points posted by Sean Hill

Yes I think if I were in survival mode in the wilderness my biggest concern would be finding water. A camelback would be nice, or some sort of water purifier.

Ryan Jameson

Professional I

SOL Origin Survival Kit and Essential Survival Tools

In one product that fits in the palm of your hand, the origin gives you the collection of tools you need to survive the unexpected and make it back alive. Think of it as the ultimate cross breed of the traditional ten essentials and a survival kit... read more...

This is a great tool to keep in your car... too bulky to carry around with you though. It has lots of good stuff like a blade, a firestarter, flashlight, signal mirror, etc. Some of the stuff is useless like aluminum foil? I don't get it.
Nice to have in the car or for camping trips, just in case.

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Richard Edwards

Professional III

If you watched enough Man vs. Wild you would know that the best survival tool is your BRAIN! You just gotta know how to survive... like how to find water and what you can eat.

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1 points posted by Tammy Smith

That is such a great show. My husband watches it whenever possible. He also watches the one with the ex Marine who goes out in the wild with his wife. They are very interesting and definitely give you some great survival tips.

Voting Summary

1.	Tool Logic SLP2 Tactical Folding 1/2 Serrated K...	28% agree
2.	United Cutlery Bush Master Survival Knife	25% agree
3.	Victorinox Swiss Army Champion Plus Pocket Knife	23% agree
4.	Tool Logic CC1SB Credit Card Companion With 1/2...	7% agree
5.	Ka-Bar Becker BK2 Campanion Fixed Blade Knife	5% agree