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Killer Key

By on July 19, 2012 in EDC, Survival

We have spoken at some length on various tools that can be used to bypass locks. At JTT, we consider this to be an important skill that any responsible person should be familiar with. I recently came across an interesting tool, the Killer Key, that does the opposite of bypassing a lock: it can actually lock it permanently. The ability to control access like this may be just as important as the ability to bypass a lock.

The Killer Key is simple to use. It is scored so that the user inserts it into a lock and bends it, a section of the key breaks off and remains lodged in the keyway. It has a large notch that allows the pins in the lock to drop which effectively locks the broken section in place, permanently disabling the lock. This locks out those on the exterior of the structure but can not lock in people on the interior.

The Killer Key is available for Schlage® or Kwikset® keyways which covers a vast majority of the key styles in the USA. This seems like it could be a valuable addition to an E&E or urban survival kit.

Check out the Killer Key on VigilantGear.com.

SAR Global Tool Tri-Sig

By on July 18, 2012 in EDC, Survival

SAR Global Tool continues their tradition of making signaling equipment that is easy to carry, stylish, and works across a variety of conditions. Basically, they make signal systems that you have no excuse not to carry because they integrate with your life so easily. That is certainly the case with the new Tri-Sig that is being released today.

Tri-Sig is short for triple signal which gives you a clue as to the functionality of the device. It can be used to signal or be seen 3 different ways: a highly polished #16 stainless washer that acts as a signal mirror, 1″ disk of reflective SOLAS tape, and 5/8″ disk of mil-spec lume tape (glow in the dark). All three of these materials are attached to a triangular piece of textured G-10. The signal mirror is aimed via a rivet in the center of the Tri-Sig.

The Tri-Sig can be carried a number of different ways. It can be used as a zipper pull, key fob, or even a pendant around your neck. The Tri-Sig comes with a stainless steel screw gate link with a break strength of 220 pounds for attaching it to various objects like zipper pulls.

Check out the new Tri-Sig at the SAR Global Tool Blog.

Hill People Gear Pack Bags

By on July 17, 2012 in Survival, Tactical Gear

The new Hill People Gear Pack Bags are now available. These simple, lightweight bags are designed to attach to a range of pack frames like the Mystery Ranch NICE Frame or Kifaru Cargo Haulers. The Pack Bags can integrate with the smaller Hill People Gear packs (the Tarahumara and Highlander) and the HPG Compression Kit or they can also be used as a stand-alone lightweight pack.

These represent a very innovative and very modular approach to building your ideal cargo hauler. A complete set up that includes a frame, Compression Kit, Pack Bag, and one of the smaller HPG packs would allow you to handle everything from an over-night trip to an extended hike.

They come in a variety of sizes and colors, many of which are already available from HillPeopleGear.com.

RE Factor Tactical Tourniquet Holder

By on July 14, 2012 in EDC, Survival, Tactical Gear

RE Factor Tactical has introduced a Tourniquet Holder with some interesting functionality. They claim that it is the first tourniquet holder that is designed to be carried either overtly or covertly.

The tourniquet holder utilizes 2 straps that can be weaved into MOLLE webbing, secured to a belt, and that hold the tourniquet (TQ) horizontally. This horizontal mounting position makes sense for placing the TQ high on the center line of the wearer when wearing it overtly. The straps are tied together so that the user needs only to pull in one place to release the TQ rather than pulling two separate straps. The straps have elastic sections that allow the RE Factor Tactical Tourniquet Holder to fit a wide variety of TQs.

The back of the RE Factor Tactical Tourniquet Holder is covered with hook material so when you need to covertly carry a TQ, you can locate the holder inside of a loop lined bag. Internal loop fields are becoming more and more common in EDC, police, and military bags.

Check it out at REFactorTactical.com.

D.A.R.K. Gen2 from Dark Angel Medical

By on July 14, 2012 in Survival, Tactical Gear, Tactics and Training

I was recently searching for a blow out kit pouch with a slimmer profile than one that I am currently using and a friend recommended that I take a look at Dark Angel Medical. Dark Angel Medical produces what they call the Direct Action Response Kit or D.A.R.K. which consists of a custom designed pouch and some proven trauma treatment supplies. The pouch that is used to carry the DARK is also available for purchase separately.

DARK full kit, shown with M4 mag for scale.

The pouch has been redesigned by Dark Angel Medical and produced by FirstSpear. It is barely larger than a double M4 magazine pouch and mounts to only 2 columns of MOLLE (versus 3 or 4 for some med pouches). Despite it’s compact dimensions, it still allows ready access to its life saving cargo. There is a pouch on the front that allows immediate access to a tourniquet. The pouch is sized to fit most common tourniquets like the CAT or SOF-T wide.

The majority of the components (gloves, HALO chest seals, nasal airway, compressed gauze, and 4″ Israeli bandage) are carried in the main pouch that features a reverse opening flap. The full coverage flap opens opposite of the way most pouches do. It hinges at the front of the pouch which makes sense since the person opening the pouch may also be the person wearing the pouch.Once the pouch is open, there is an elevator strap that can be pulled to lift the interior components out of the pouch part way for easy access. It also features webbing on the sides that allow the user to carry trauma shears, a Sharpie marker, or compression needle.

The DARK is available in black, ranger green, coyote brown, and Multicam. Check it out at DarkAngelMedical.com.

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