Top 100 Survival Gear :: Emergency, Disaster, and Survival Gadgets

Swedish Firesteel Fire Starter – Army Model – Black

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Ultimate Survival Technologies JetScream Whistle (Black)

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Low profile shape great for wearing under garments.
Great for cold climates, with no moving parts to freeze and inhibit operation

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1. Swedish Firesteel – Army Model (see video)

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Wet matches and severe weather will make your lighter and match no good. The Swedish FireSteel will instantly create a 3,000 degree-C spark for creating a fire in any weather. Originally developed for the Swedish Department of Defense, it is good to have one of these in your car, home, keychain, and wherever you go. Used by a number of armies around the world, Swedish FireSteel's dependability has already made it a favorite of survival experts, hunters, fishermen and campers. It has also found its way into cabins and backyards as a fool-proof way to light stoves and gas-barbecues.

11. Eton Rover Self-Powered Weather Radio with Flashlight and USB Cell Phone Charger (see video)

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Self-Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Alert Radio with Flashlight and USB Cell Phone Charger. Self-powered aluminum crank with TurboDyne technology is power enough to charge your smart phone. Also comes with headphone output, built-in speakers, telescopic antenna provided for maximum range and reception, and more.

12. Kidde 468094 25-Foot Three-Story Fire Escape Ladder with Anti-Slip Rungs (see video)

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A small investment can go a long way. The Kidde 25-foot escape ladder provides a way to escape fires or other emergencies and offers your family an essential piece of safety equipment if you live in a two- or three-story home. The National Fire Protection Association recommends one ladder in every occupied room on floors above the main level. This durable ladder stores conveniently under the bed or near a window and deploys quickly and easily. It will support a maximum weight of 1,000 pounds when the load is distributed on more than one rung, while the maximum weight for each rung is 750 pounds. The metal rung steps prevent slippage to ensure a safe climb down, and its tangle-free design makes for easy packing and repacking. No assembly or tools are required, and it is backed by a 5-year warranty.

13. Sanyo NEW eneloop 1500 Super Power Packwith (see video)

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Sanyo combines all of your battery needs into a sleek and convenient carrying/storage case with their new Eneloop 1500 Super Power Pack kit. The kit is equipped with 12 AA eneloop rechargeable batteries, 4 AAA eneloop rechargeable batteries, 2 "C" spacers, 2 "D" spacers, 4 position charger with worldwide voltage and a reusable carrying/storage case. Ready to use right out of the case, eneloop batteries maintain 75% of their charge after 3 years and can be recharged 1500 times. The charger will charge up to 4 AA or 4 AAA cells, has indicator lights to let you know when batteries are charging and fully charged plus 110V - 240V capabilities. Use the C or D spacers by inserting one of the AA eneloops to utilize for those size applications. Save money and the environment with the Sanyo eneloop batteries.

14. Coleman 2-Burner Fold ‘N Go InstaStart Stove

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Portable gas stove for convenient cooking whether you're inside the home or outside in the wilderness. The Coleman Fold 'N Go two-burner stove is ideal for the camper who cares about portability while depending on the most trusted brand in Family Camping, Coleman. The stove is about 25% more compact than traditional two-burner stoves, and is ideal for carrying since the burners can be folded together into an easy carrying stove. Each burner has 10,000 BTU's of power and can be used on low to simmer a sauce or on high to boil water quickly. It has a 13-inch wide diameter that makes it great for the campsite.

15. Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King)

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Keeps you warm in temperatures down to 20-degrees Fahrenheit with 5lbs of Hollofil-808 insulation. This camping bag is king size to fits most body types up to six-feet, four-inches.

16. Fenix mini LD01 CREE Q5 80 Lumens LED Flashlight – black color, using one AAA battery (see video)

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The Fenix LD01 is extremely small, not much bigger than the AAA cell it uses. This thing is extremely bright and should always be on your key chain as flashlights are needed for any emergencies. It has 3 modes: primary, low, and maximum. These modes not only allow the user to select the best compromise between brightness and runtime for any given task, but they also help to aid in an emergency. The Fenix LD01 uses just one common AAA battery and produces light compared to many other flashlights 10 times it's size. It's compact size and lightweight build, it is perfect for Every Day Carry (EDC). Moreover, its solid reliability has been strictly tested and proven. â�¢ Cree Premium (Q5) 7090 XR-E LED with lifespan of 50,000 hours â�¢ Three output types: 27 Lumens (3.5hrs) -> 10 Lumens (8.5hrs) -> 80 Lumens (1hr) â�¢ Uses one 1.5V AAA (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium) battery, inexpensive and widely available â�¢ 75mm (length) x 14mm (Diameter) â�¢ Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum â�¢ Durable Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish â�¢ 14.8-gram weight (excluding batteries) â�¢ Waterproof to IPX-8 Standard â�¢ Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating â�¢ Reliable twist switch â�¢ Capable of standing up securely on a flat surface to serve as a candle â�¢ Included accessories: clip, key ring, and a spare O-ring

17. Xantrex Technologies 851-0400 XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter

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The Xantrex Technologies XPower Plus 400-watt inverter provides portable power for trucks, RVs, boats, and minivans. By plugging the inverter directly into your vehicleâ��s 12-volt cigarette lighter, you can turn your vehicle into a mobile office and operate devices such as a 27-inch TV or 20-inch TV/DVD combo, a camcorder, and a laptop computer. This compact, lightweight unit automatically senses low battery voltage so you never have to worry about a depleted battery. It's a quiet alternative to noisy, gas-powered generators; it will provide hours of emergency power during snowstorms or blackouts. The high-efficiency design transfers 90-percent of the battery's power to your equipment, providing 400 watts for 5 minutes, 600 watts surge for easy startups, and 300 watts continuous power for operating appliances. An automatic shutdown mechanism protects against overload, over-temperature and low battery conditions. The inverter is equipped with two 3-prong grounded AC outlets, a DC outlet and hardwire applications. The durable plastic unit is 5.9-by-4.1-by-2.2 inches in size and just 2.4 pounds in weight. It is covered by a 1-year warranty.