One of the Harbor Freight tools most people overlook is the fencing pliers. It's a hammer, wire cutters, pliers, and can be used for some other things as well.
@@markd7762, Put one in your kitchen too. Use it on a branch of fresh rosemary. Strip off the leaves and mince as per usual. Take the branches the leaves came off of, and sharpen them, push thru the chicken breast. Grill as per usual.
One item that H. F. sells, that is a great survival tool, is a "Speedy Stitcher" (knock off) sewing tool. But you can hand sew / repair heavy canvas, tent sails, leather, boots, sleeping bags, clothing, etc. I use mine several times a year, making repairs around the house.
Sound good. I’ll have to check it out. I truly believe the days of throwing something out and buying new will be the old days. Repairing your items will be more regular. There will likely be shortages on most things.
I've used one before, it makes a very strong fix. We used it to stitch together a sling for a pumpkin trebuchet and it held up to slinging 10lb pumpkins using 1,000lbs of counterweight. I was impressed. I always keep one in my vehicle.
A tip I picked up when living in an extremely rural area was to keep a small foldable scooter (man-powered, not electric) in the back of your vehicle. If you get stranded, that little scooter will make the difference between being caught out after dark and making it to a place where your cell phone will work. Also extremely useful in the (rare) case an EMP. They take up virtually no space and are very affordable.
Zip Tie tip I learnt from AVE, open your zip tie pack by making a small ( about 1 inch ) hole in the middle of the pack, that way your ties will stay secure in the pack rather than spilling out and all over the inside of your bag, which is what seems to happen when you open the pack at the end.
I've bought some packages of zip ties at Lowes which came in zip-top reclosable bags. For a non-reclosable bag, I make a small diagonal cut in the corner, just big enough to pull one tie out.
A most excellent idea! Thanks! I've found a lot of good deals there. You made the comment about "wanting the best"...in an emergency, the items you have are "the best"...if only for the moment.
The Japanese pull saw they sell is a pretty lightweight and versatile option. It isn't as small as a folder but it does the same job and offers both ripping and fine cutting (to help notch and fit).In a pinch works as a personal defense weapon.
I was lucky enough to get two different styles from Harbor Freight many years ago. Back then they were excellent quality and were actually made in Japan.
Yeah, a lot of their stuff is low quality, but for certain items, inexpensive works just fine. I too have bought hatchets (keep one in each chainsaw case in the event of getting into a bind), multiple firestarters, nitrile gloves, work gloves (always have at least one pair in my glove compartment), various flashlights and headlamps, tarps, rope, tent stakes, and yes the occasional ammo can. Another favorite of mine are their moving blankets. I keep a black one (my vehicles have black leather interiors) in the back seat of each vehicle to cover any items left inside while continuing shopping, knowing I can always use it as a blanket if stranded on the side of the road in cold weather. Get on their texting list to be alerted to sales. Any of the above can be had for $5 or less if you visit at the right time.
Also if you're not a pro-homebuilder, a pro-mechanic, a pro XYZ, many of their options are at least 85% as good for 33% the cost. If I'm not using a tool 10x/day/365 my odds of breaking it are marginal and the utility of up-time is also marginal to begin with.
Well done, Sir. While HF may not be the highest rated product around, we all have to know that most of the items we buy at big name brand stores are likely built by the same producers. Nice episode.
Usually next to the checkout register, they will have the little razor knives with the break-away blades for each one as they get dull. They are really cheap, and will serve a lot of useful cutting tasks. Great video, and I found a lot if useful suggestions in the comments that even I never considered.
Must not use it much. I have some stuff from HF like floor jack, impact sockets, angle grinder and pry bar that have been great. But they have plenty of stuff that’s pure junk too. Drill bits, ratchets, pliers, air tools... junk. And the zip ties aren’t as strong either.
The metal ammo can could be used to boil water.super glue for wound closure, heavy duty gloves, needle nose pliers for working the wire. Always keep cash on you in case card machine is down
I've always wondered how an ammo can would hold up as a cooking pot and how the paint would react. Wouldn't want to eat paint and fumes but you could cook it off before using it with food. Boiling water probably would leave the inside paint intact so that'd probably be okay. Better than dying either way
@@DL-ij7tf Get what you say, however, I will not ingest anything from the CCP. Remember how many pets they killed with their contaminated pet food? FJB
For water filtration you can get three of the plastic ammo cans. Fill each one with the necessary material to filter. Gravel on top, sand in the middle, carbon in the bottom. Cut a hole for drainage to the next can. Open the lids, stack and fill the top container. Harbor freight also often sells stock pots you can use to boil water or make a still from.
I have tons of those ammo cans. They are cheap, water resistant, and stackable. They will hold 8 standard 556 pmags loaded with 60 extra box rounds on top. Great for loose ammo storage as well.
@@firstlast-vq4xt I've been collecting the silica packs from packaging and products I received. Bake them out to get them dryer. I also like the hand/foot warmers to remove oxygen too.
There are always basics - zip ties, rope/wire (like you already had) and their wool moving blankets. They are actually pretty good quality for the price - we've even tested one out by washing it a few times (to get rid of the chem smell) and using it for a couple overnight hiking trips - no complaints. That one is an underrated gem!
Have heard about that on the blanket they sell. I need to get 2 or 3 for tent floor liners and double as a blanket if needed. I try to make purchases on some items that can have other uses.
Get a supply of the wool blankets from Walmart. The ones they sale for moving. They come in packets of, I believe, 10 or 12. They also have bigger ones, in packs of 2. Wool. Been using them awhile and sturdy. Pretty cheap.
Great video on how to inexpensively set up a survival bag for your car. One extra tip you can save space and add to your bag by putting the Nitrile gloves in a Gallon heavy-duty freezer bag and add a few bags with the gloves. As you know freezer bags can be used for a variety of things as well!
I bought some wool safety blankets from Harbor Freight that are 80% wool, fairly cheap in price. I roll these up in a tarp and attach to my back pack. The wool will keep you warm even when wet.
Cowboy bedroll! Brilliant! There’s several videos here on the fine details of how to assemble it. When in the military we’d make a bedroll out of poncho+poncho liner+Mylar space blanket+green army wool blanket! Was very warm, even in frost conditions!
Harbor Freight has real Gorilla Tape? Nice. I would have expected an off brand like ‘Lemur Tape.’ Looks like a good assortment, those nitrile gloves are good, I use a lot of those. But I’ve never had luck with their batteries, even the cheap Ray-O-Vacs at Walmart last much longer. Wranglerstar did a review of the HF hatchet with the wood handle, he thought it was amazingly good for the price.
I have that exact tarp. It's tougher than I thought. Bought 2 and one fell apart from being outside for a year but the other one stood up to hauling firewood and even worse tasks.
I have not use H.F. for survival supplies, but I did buy almost all of my tools that I used for delivering appliances for a home improvement store. All of the tools lasted for 3 1/2 yrs of hard use & not-so-ideal storage conditions. They got rained & snowed on & I only had to replace a set of drill socket drivers, Phillips head screwdriver bits, & tool bags. They were cheap, but they worked just as well as other employees more costly tools.
I work for HarborFreight. We do carry job sight back packs , double wall stainless steel tumblers, and large cotton swabs with wooden sticks. Also we sell ponchos rain suits hard hats safety vests tivex suits.
I would love to see this done at rural king and TSC as well. I think you might actually make out better at those stores. Might be more expensive though....
For TSC, they are missing a few things that you would immediately think of. They do however have items that will work if you are imaginative. They may not sell water bottles usually, but they sell animal nursing bottles. They may not sell pots and pans, but they sell stainless steel dog bowls. TSC may be smaller than Rural King, but they have the 10 Cs covered at the VERY least. If you browse the online store then they have some OUTSTANDING stuff such as coleman dual fuel stoves (camp fuel/unleaded).
I blame Wranglestar for making it hard for me to get the 1 1/2 lb wood handle hatchet! He made a video of upgrades that he did on one he bought, which seemed to make a pretty respectable hatchet for $12. It took quite awhile for it to return to stock in my area. Haven't modded mine out yet. I've bought the remote motion alarm from your video in the past, have it set for my gate, made plastic cover to help keep it out of the elements. Great addition to security for the $15 or so. Love browsing there. May not be the top of the line stuff, but occasionally the cheaper end stuff is what I want. If I have a job that as long as the tool lasts for that one job, I'm happy.
Still can't get them in my area. I went and picked on up from tractor supply for a little bit more, it's got a hammer head on the back and a nail puller notch under the blade.
@@CrazyPalidin57 Yea, I've just about seen enough from him, and I just recently discovered him. He's a little too old, besides being a "man", for all that.
Those Hardy gloves are my go to work gloves, especially for firewood work. They hold up great for the price. Harbor Freight is a good place for a prepper on a strict budget.
That knife is basically a Buck 119 copy. Btw, I feel the same way about pry bars in normal use as well as tactical and survival. I got one of those as an extra for $3 on their Black Friday sale. Great video as always sir.
I love Harbor freight. Sometimes I just go in there to see what kind of oddball things they have for sale :-). I’ve already got about half a dozen items marked to buy as soon as I’m able
A lot of regular hand tools and accessories can be pretty decent survival/outdoor tools also. Pliers, diagonal cutters, saws, hammers, zip ties, etc etc. Not hard to think of uses. Good video
They also have magnifying glasses there that you can use for fire starting. They have a black and silver folding knife there for I believe $7.99 that has a belt clip and a stainless steel blade that is awesome and super sharp. I have 3 of them and use them on a daily basis. Had them for 4 or 5 years now and love them.
I bought a bag of those Q tips on a stick and the cotton portion comes off the stick if you push it into a opening and pull it back out. like cleaning a gun barrel.
I remember on my old channel. Harbor Freight hauls did very well. Seemed everyone was more interested in what I bought from harbor freight. Then what I was pushing
I bought the 100w solar kit last month. I bought a duracell inverter from lowes and 2 marine batteries from walmart. So, for under $600 total, i can use all my countertop kitchen appliances (one @ a time!) For as long as i need to. Yes, the charging will be slow, but i can make a couple days worth of food (that my neurodivergent daughter will eat!) easily.
Would love to see you do this same type of video from a Tractor supply store. It would be a great comparison and show differences. As Tractor supply has expanded the number of stores in past several years.
I've tried to use one of those sparkers as a fire starter. The problem with them is the Sparks are too small and usually burn out before they can even nestle into anything. And if I'm going to be carrying a tin of char cloth it's going to have my flint and steel with it
Thank you for this, I travel alot for work and have really struggled with feeling like I was walking around with no plan for a disaster situation when working.
Great info on a Bugout bag. I would also add to the bag a map and compass. Its good to know your area and surroundings. I think a lot of people today use GPS to get around and have no idea how to read a map or use a compass.
very good beginners kit indeed. one may be able to obtain some or all of these things at a flea market (and get a proper back pack) all at one shot or perhaps hit up a few yards sales over a few months and save a lot of money.
Good stuff as usual. Like to see some of your favorite prepper items from Amazon. Dealing with portable cooking, first aid, heating/ lighting and survival tools.👍💯
It doesn't twist, it just slides straight out or in. One way is flood, and the other is spot beam. I had that exact headlamp until I lost it. Planning on buying another one because it's actually a pretty good headlamp!
I agree the headlamp is a pretty deal and I usually buy them on sale for less than $10. I have five or six of them in various bags and around the house.
Totally agree on the usefulness of the headlamp. I have one in every bag. But I have never used the strobe feature. I heard you could blind someone with it but I have never used it.
Just checked online and Harbor Freight do also sell a first aid kit, which I think should be an essential addition to this bag. They also sell rain suits if you are stuck without a waterproof and hard hats which can keep the sun off or be stuffed with newspaper insulation to cover the hat/coat problem. They have safety glasses that offer UV protection too so you can use them as sunglasses and wool "furniture covers" that you can use as a blanket. They sell a portable am/fm 'site' radio you can use to monitor emergency broadcasts.
One of my Bug Out Bags is a Dewalt tool bag similar to your tool bag, good quality and the outside pockets are just right for AR magazines. Great video sootch (Don).
Great video. I have their hatchet and sharpening stone. I got a Quantum headlight and flashlight at Lowe's. Those are both USB rechargeable, so the solar setup will keep them going. Thanks for all you do!
Something I use a lot in any outdoor situation are solar lights. Harbor freight has a good variety or even a battery operated small lantern would be handy. There are lots of options there.
Fine video Sootch! There are a few additional items from HF that can be added to your kit. They have 3,4 and 6" forceps, angled scissors, SS probes, tweezers and of course small tubes of super glue that can be used in a medical kit. Others have made good comments for additional items too. Between HF and The Dollar Tree you can come real close to completely outfitting your BOB, GHB or your EDC kit. The items are not of the highest quality but as often as they are used or needed they seem to hold up for their intended purpose, "Emergency" use. I've built the same bag for three of my vehicles and motorhome several years ago and aside from updating emergency food bars and meds everything is still packed up and ready to go. I've checked out most of your videos and have gotten at least one or two bits of information from any one of them. Thanks for your efforts to bring them to us. Keep them coming.
1. I carry a multi-tool (Leatherman) on my belt almost everywhere (except maybe church). 2. A decent compass to find direction, especially if you are in unfamiliar territory or a woods. 3. FAK (first aid kit) with needle and thread. You might have to sew the seat of your britches, your tent tarp or a nasty cut.
I remember years ago I went into a harbor freight and they had those magnesium ferro rod combos for $1.49 each so of course I got 10 of them. They also had the fold up phone charging solar panel so the five panel solar charger. I got three of those , the Harbor freight don’t keep the same cool stuff for very long so when I find something that will go in a bag or that belongs in prepper supplies I always let my friends know to go grab them now
Thank you for this video and all the others you do. You are my go to for real reviews of products. I am currently carrying the 3.6 inch drop point pocket knife 57584 that is under $10 every day and so far love it. I carried its predecessor 63168 that is partially serrated for several years and had no problems ever. I have bought much more expensive knifes over the years that I wasn't as happy with.
@@txrunroutdoors I'd fold the furniture pad and put it on the bottom of the trunk. It kept the trunk carpet clean and I always had the pad ready. It would be a better ground pad than blanket.
Bolt cutters are a absolute! A bottle jack from HF 29$ . Get a breaker bar and a socket that fits your lug nuts, add a speed wrench for quick tire change. One is in a vulnerable position in a urban setting changing a tire.
Like others, I pick up ammo cans from Harbor Freight for use in multiple venues. I am in the process of assembling a bug out bag and your video has given me some ideas as to what types of items I need to include that may have alternative uses. Since the pandemic started I have been keeping lint that comes out of the clothes dryer filter in a zip lock bag. Lint can be used as a fire starter in a survival situation.
Awesome Video, it helps Greatly...You named some extras I need. I live in t' woods on a lake, I have a lot of tools from HF they work fine. Now I'm putting together my Mini-Van/Camper in case of (IF or When) SHTF...I mean like we've been HIT w/COVID & Natural Disasters, t' ugly word t - orn - a - does, floods, wildfires etc. I'm just getting everything put together. Peace✌ - Love💘 'n' Happiness to Everyone🌲🌲🌅🌲🌲
Will the folding shovel fit in the ammo container? That would be perfect! - instead of cotton swabs or cotton balls, you can use jute twine for fire starting.👍 and I think there are water bottles at the front at my harbor freight. For coffee and with water. Having a get home bag with you all the time is a good idea.👍❤
Jute is one of the best cordages you can carry. 550 cord is not the end all be all. I've been carrying jute twine for 3/4 of my life INCLUDING in the Army because it is light, super compact, natural oils make it a good firestarting tinder. Plus, if you need to have stronger line then you can just braid it. Also, if that etool is the same head dimensions as the US Army etool, it should fit in the ammo box sideways.
@@sqike001ton I like the double wall to help prevent freezing of water. But you can't boil in them for sure. I picked up camping stainless cup just as big as standard sterno can, the sterno nests in the cup perfectly.
you never want to put a shovel into an ammo container ammo containers are waterproof, your shovel is usually going back in with some moisture on whatever dirt is still on it before it's sheathed. Better to let the shovel be a loose item in a bag/trunk
I had to go back and listen to the first few minutes of this video to make sure I heard it right. A lot of the criticism was due to extended use of most of this equipment, and it not holding up well. It is my understanding that this scenario was if you were caught in an emergency situation away from home without any emergency supplies. Most of these items are more than ample to suffice for a few days until you either receive help or the emergency has passed. The main thing you need (aside from food & water) is shelter, thus the tarp, along with a way to make a fire, and a blanket would be nice. The idea is temporary survival. I think the things you picked up pretty much covered that. Now, that being said, everyone should have their own Get Home Bag; and if you are going to be with someone else in their vehicle, I suggest you grab your GHB and take it with you. Several of the viewers' suggestions were also very helpful. Now everyone who has not yet done so, can make a list & start building their GHB. As usual, your videos are always knowledgeable, well thought out & helpful. Thank you for sharing with us.
Everyone's bug out may be different as to their situation, but, this was a very good representation of some basic items for a discount! Well done! I am a BIG fan of 2 tarps and if you can find them, 35mm film containers. Fill them with Vaseline coated cotton balls. I have 5 of them in my get home bag.
All excellent items to have and you’re additional ideas to include. I suggest placing items in water proof storage bags. Ziplock works just as fine as the other.
I would’ve make sure that I picked up a multi purpose screwdriver you never know when you have to take something apart or tighten and put together multipurpose screwdriver with the 1/4 - 5/16 insert sockets would come handy
Good video. I think getting the first aid kit would have been a good idea too. Then you’d have something for emergency and you would get some gauze for fire starting if you need.
A packing blanket can be used to make a poncho. It could also be used to make a jacket if you have sewing gear. Underneath one of their cheap disposable ponchos, it would at least keep you warm.
You missed the WOOL BLANKETS! The camo furniture pads are similar to USGI ponco liners. Fuel cans work just fine as water carriers. Leather gloves are a good choice. The "Rambo knife" you passed up has fishing gear and other items in the handle. Also, use JB Weld to better fix the blade to handle. They also carry a folding prunning saw.
Great video! I was just thinking of making a big out bag/ emergency kit to stash in my cars. And I was just thinking of Harbor Freight! I’ve been following your channel for years now! Keep up the good work!
I have learned to ALWAYS carry a stainless steel liquor flask filled with lamp oil along with a zip lock bag filled with dryer lint that I soaked in lamp oil. You can start a fire in pouring rain with it. I usually include a couple of candles in the ziplock bag and seal it up with my food sealer. You can also place many of the items in your bag in the food sealer bags as well. That box of gloves could have taken 1/4 of the space.
they have a folding saw there also that you missed. It isn't bad in use either. I use those tarps at home they will last in use about 4 or 5 years before the sun and wind starts to rip them.
One of the Harbor Freight tools most people overlook is the fencing pliers. It's a hammer, wire cutters, pliers, and can be used for some other things as well.
Absolutely!
I occasionally need some of those too.
I have them. It's handy.
Good idea.
this comment made me fart
Perhaps one of a prepper's most important but often overlooked skills, is the ability to improvise.
Can't buy that Brother!
Definitely!
@@emeraldfox7175 that's why I'm within walking distance of a casino sportsbook
Dont forget a pensil sharpener..works good on small twigs for Kindling. Been doing this for 41 years during hunting season.
That's actually a phenomenal idea!
@@markd7762,
Put one in your kitchen too. Use it on a branch of fresh rosemary. Strip off the leaves and mince as per usual. Take the branches the leaves came off of, and sharpen them, push thru the chicken breast. Grill as per usual.
Yep, good idea
‘Pencil’ ...but we get your point🤣
@@edheise5128Yes and with your "kindleing "you have the book on how to start your fire lol
One item that H. F. sells, that is a great survival tool, is a "Speedy Stitcher" (knock off) sewing tool. But you can hand sew / repair heavy canvas, tent sails, leather, boots, sleeping bags, clothing, etc. I use mine several times a year, making repairs around the house.
Sound good. I’ll have to check it out. I truly believe the days of throwing something out and buying new will be the old days. Repairing your items will be more regular. There will likely be shortages on most things.
Thanks . I am learning their inventory.
I'll have to look at those. I shop at harbor constantly.
I've used one before, it makes a very strong fix. We used it to stitch together a sling for a pumpkin trebuchet and it held up to slinging 10lb pumpkins using 1,000lbs of counterweight. I was impressed. I always keep one in my vehicle.
@@DB-xo6xh are you saying planned obsolescence is over? How will wal- mart make any money? 😆 sad day indeed lol.
A tip I picked up when living in an extremely rural area was to keep a small foldable scooter (man-powered, not electric) in the back of your vehicle. If you get stranded, that little scooter will make the difference between being caught out after dark and making it to a place where your cell phone will work. Also extremely useful in the (rare) case an EMP. They take up virtually no space and are very affordable.
Zip Tie tip I learnt from AVE, open your zip tie pack by making a small ( about 1 inch ) hole in the middle of the pack, that way your ties will stay secure in the pack rather than spilling out and all over the inside of your bag, which is what seems to happen when you open the pack at the end.
Yup , just cut 3 sides then add a small piece of the tape he bought to make a flap over to stay safe and dry as well.
I learned this tip after 20+ years as an electrician from an apprentice 🤦 never too old to learn and never know everything to begin with😉
I've bought some packages of zip ties at Lowes which came in zip-top reclosable bags. For a non-reclosable bag, I make a small diagonal cut in the corner, just big enough to pull one tie out.
A most excellent idea! Thanks! I've found a lot of good deals there.
You made the comment about "wanting the best"...in an emergency, the items you have are "the best"...if only for the moment.
Thanks Kurt! The best is what you have : )
@@SensiblePrepper To quote Burt Gummer "Doin' what I can with what I got"
The Japanese pull saw they sell is a pretty lightweight and versatile option. It isn't as small as a folder but it does the same job and offers both ripping and fine cutting (to help notch and fit).In a pinch works as a personal defense weapon.
I love the pull saw I bought from them. Its not the most accurate, but I believe that's more of an error on the user, not the tool haha.
I was lucky enough to get two different styles from Harbor Freight many years ago. Back then they were excellent quality and were actually made in Japan.
Yeah, a lot of their stuff is low quality, but for certain items, inexpensive works just fine. I too have bought hatchets (keep one in each chainsaw case in the event of getting into a bind), multiple firestarters, nitrile gloves, work gloves (always have at least one pair in my glove compartment), various flashlights and headlamps, tarps, rope, tent stakes, and yes the occasional ammo can. Another favorite of mine are their moving blankets. I keep a black one (my vehicles have black leather interiors) in the back seat of each vehicle to cover any items left inside while continuing shopping, knowing I can always use it as a blanket if stranded on the side of the road in cold weather. Get on their texting list to be alerted to sales. Any of the above can be had for $5 or less if you visit at the right time.
Also if you're not a pro-homebuilder, a pro-mechanic, a pro XYZ, many of their options are at least 85% as good for 33% the cost. If I'm not using a tool 10x/day/365 my odds of breaking it are marginal and the utility of up-time is also marginal to begin with.
I have moving blankets also! If nothing else to use as a kneeling pad or to sit on. Cheap enough to throwaway, but I've yet to throw one away.
I knew there had to be someone on this planet that actually put "gloves" in their "glove box". 😁
@@Fatty.D.McButterpants OK, one guy. My gloves are under the driver's seat.
Also, if you download their app and enable notifications, its even easier to get to the deals since they stopped sending out the emails.
Well done, Sir. While HF may not be the highest rated product around, we all have to know that most of the items we buy at big name brand stores are likely built by the same producers. Nice episode.
Usually next to the checkout register, they will have the little razor knives with the break-away blades for each one as they get dull. They are really cheap, and will serve a lot of useful cutting tasks. Great video, and I found a lot if useful suggestions in the comments that even I never considered.
Nothing wrong with harbor freight. I've been using their stuff for years and never had any problems
Same here
Must not use it much. I have some stuff from HF like floor jack, impact sockets, angle grinder and pry bar that have been great. But they have plenty of stuff that’s pure junk too. Drill bits, ratchets, pliers, air tools... junk. And the zip ties aren’t as strong either.
The metal ammo can could be used to boil water.super glue for wound closure, heavy duty gloves, needle nose pliers for working the wire. Always keep cash on you in case card machine is down
I've always wondered how an ammo can would hold up as a cooking pot and how the paint would react. Wouldn't want to eat paint and fumes but you could cook it off before using it with food. Boiling water probably would leave the inside paint intact so that'd probably be okay. Better than dying either way
You can make a wood stove out of an ammo can
@@DL-ij7tf Tough deal. Made in china, so would never consume anything out of the ammo cans. Forage for a soda can, anything but CCP crap.
@@cmsag7428 I get the sentiment but the odds that your safety and health don't rely on anything made in China during the average day is pretty nil.
@@DL-ij7tf Get what you say, however, I will not ingest anything from the CCP. Remember how many pets they killed with their contaminated pet food? FJB
As I more or less gracefully age, knee pads have become a game changer.
I know, but where do you get them that are not cheesy neoprene & can be used in rocks?
@@johnruckman2320 Check out those from Milwaukee Tools, available at Home Depot.
Don't forget dollar general. They have some items that can fill out an impromptu survival kit.
I believe they also sell sterno.
For water filtration you can get three of the plastic ammo cans. Fill each one with the necessary material to filter. Gravel on top, sand in the middle, carbon in the bottom. Cut a hole for drainage to the next can. Open the lids, stack and fill the top container. Harbor freight also often sells stock pots you can use to boil water or make a still from.
Great idea
Two liter bottles are everywhere. Cut the bottom suspend with wire from limb... And gravel on bottom aswell. Good to go
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just add “coupons” to the end of the main webpage
I have tons of those ammo cans. They are cheap, water resistant, and stackable.
They will hold 8 standard 556 pmags loaded with 60 extra box rounds on top. Great for loose ammo storage as well.
Agree. I store all my bul*ets in them, with O2 absorbers. comm*e gog*le AI is watching.
@@cmsag7428 I learned the other day that there's 100% silica gel cat litter that costs a fraction of those ready made absorbers :-)
@@firstlast-vq4xt I've been collecting the silica packs from packaging and products I received. Bake them out to get them dryer. I also like the hand/foot warmers to remove oxygen too.
I like the plastic because they way less than the steel, though the steel can stack more compact and take rough handling better.
@@warrenharrison9490 good idea on the warmers! must try that! :-)
There are always basics - zip ties, rope/wire (like you already had) and their wool moving blankets. They are actually pretty good quality for the price - we've even tested one out by washing it a few times (to get rid of the chem smell) and using it for a couple overnight hiking trips - no complaints. That one is an underrated gem!
Have heard about that on the blanket they sell. I need to get 2 or 3 for tent floor liners and double as a blanket if needed. I try to make purchases on some items that can have other uses.
I purchased a couple for my windows had no idea they had wool in them the price was right a good investment. Thanks for sharing.
Sew the ends all up together to make a nice thick blanket. Sew 4 together(2&2) to make a sleeping bag
Get a supply of the wool blankets from Walmart. The ones they sale for moving. They come in packets of, I believe, 10 or 12. They also have bigger ones, in packs of 2. Wool. Been using them awhile and sturdy. Pretty cheap.
@@01Lenda thank you 🙏🏿
Great video on how to inexpensively set up a survival bag for your car. One extra tip you can save space and add to your bag by putting the Nitrile gloves in a Gallon heavy-duty freezer bag and add a few bags with the gloves. As you know freezer bags can be used for a variety of things as well!
I bought some wool safety blankets from Harbor Freight that are 80% wool, fairly cheap in price. I roll these up in a tarp and attach to my back pack. The wool will keep you warm even when wet.
Cowboy bedroll! Brilliant! There’s several videos here on the fine details of how to assemble it. When in the military we’d make a bedroll out of poncho+poncho liner+Mylar space blanket+green army wool blanket! Was very warm, even in frost conditions!
I have some too. But usually you either need to air them out or wash them to get the smell out.
Haven't seen the wool blankets in my area in several years. I thought they were discontinued
Harbor Freight has real Gorilla Tape? Nice. I would have expected an off brand like ‘Lemur Tape.’ Looks like a good assortment, those nitrile gloves are good, I use a lot of those. But I’ve never had luck with their batteries, even the cheap Ray-O-Vacs at Walmart last much longer. Wranglerstar did a review of the HF hatchet with the wood handle, he thought it was amazingly good for the price.
Lol Lemur Tape “Lemurs man, Lemurs!”
I have pretty good luck with their alkaline batteries.
Bet that real gorilla tape could be bought at big box stores cheaper.
Buy the Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable Batts. THOSE are good.
the got possum tack. ...not bad for 1cent a yard. JK
I have that exact tarp. It's tougher than I thought. Bought 2 and one fell apart from being outside for a year but the other one stood up to hauling firewood and even worse tasks.
I have not use H.F. for survival supplies, but I did buy almost all of my tools that I used for delivering appliances for a home improvement store. All of the tools lasted for 3 1/2 yrs of hard use & not-so-ideal storage conditions. They got rained & snowed on & I only had to replace a set of drill socket drivers, Phillips head screwdriver bits, & tool bags. They were cheap, but they worked just as well as other employees more costly tools.
I work for HarborFreight. We do carry job sight back packs , double wall stainless steel tumblers, and large cotton swabs with wooden sticks. Also we sell ponchos rain suits hard hats safety vests tivex suits.
I absolutely love Harbor Freight!
These are great items!
I would love to see this done at rural king and TSC as well. I think you might actually make out better at those stores. Might be more expensive though....
Just move in to Rural King: guns, ammo, food, tools, furniture and more.
For TSC, they are missing a few things that you would immediately think of. They do however have items that will work if you are imaginative. They may not sell water bottles usually, but they sell animal nursing bottles. They may not sell pots and pans, but they sell stainless steel dog bowls.
TSC may be smaller than Rural King, but they have the 10 Cs covered at the VERY least. If you browse the online store then they have some OUTSTANDING stuff such as coleman dual fuel stoves (camp fuel/unleaded).
We have a store called Runnings up here in new Hampshire...some of the best prices on firearms around,and everything else tool wise and outdoors
Rural king where you go to buy a box of ammo and end up with 400 dollars of merchandise
@@LS-cy7zy that about sums it up. 🤣
That head lamp is a real reliable light. Had one for a couple of years, weather tight .worth the money
The wood handle camp axe is pretty awesome. Great video my friend.
I have found that their hatchets/axes and prying tools are soft metal.
Great content . Harbor Freight great for emergency supplies . Being prepared is half the battle. God Bless.
I got rain suits for my wife and I at harbor freight which I put in my hurricane prep box.
I blame Wranglestar for making it hard for me to get the 1 1/2 lb wood handle hatchet! He made a video of upgrades that he did on one he bought, which seemed to make a pretty respectable hatchet for $12. It took quite awhile for it to return to stock in my area. Haven't modded mine out yet. I've bought the remote motion alarm from your video in the past, have it set for my gate, made plastic cover to help keep it out of the elements. Great addition to security for the $15 or so.
Love browsing there. May not be the top of the line stuff, but occasionally the cheaper end stuff is what I want. If I have a job that as long as the tool lasts for that one job, I'm happy.
Still can't get them in my area. I went and picked on up from tractor supply for a little bit more, it's got a hammer head on the back and a nail puller notch under the blade.
It may just be me that sees it, but I had to unfollow wranglerstar. The man has great content, but just too much drama content lately.
@@CrazyPalidin57 Yea, I've just about seen enough from him, and I just recently discovered him. He's a little too old, besides being a "man", for all that.
Got the link for his video
Those Hardy gloves are my go to work gloves, especially for firewood work. They hold up great for the price. Harbor Freight is a good place for a prepper on a strict budget.
That knife is basically a Buck 119 copy. Btw, I feel the same way about pry bars in normal use as well as tactical and survival. I got one of those as an extra for $3 on their Black Friday sale. Great video as always sir.
I love Harbor freight. Sometimes I just go in there to see what kind of oddball things they have for sale :-). I’ve already got about half a dozen items marked to buy as soon as I’m able
harborfreight forward angle “coupons” for current salws
A lot of regular hand tools and accessories can be pretty decent survival/outdoor tools also. Pliers, diagonal cutters, saws, hammers, zip ties, etc etc. Not hard to think of uses. Good video
So cool a few years ago I put together a SHTF BOB for my future son-in-law just in case my daughter got knocked up, ECT…From the same place.
They also have magnifying glasses there that you can use for fire starting. They have a black and silver folding knife there for I believe $7.99 that has a belt clip and a stainless steel blade that is awesome and super sharp. I have 3 of them and use them on a daily basis. Had them for 4 or 5 years now and love them.
15:05 I just noticed HF has multiple size pack of Q-tips, on wood sticks - mostly for detail cleaning, including guns!
I bought a bag of those Q tips on a stick and the cotton portion comes off the stick if you push it into a opening and pull it back out. like cleaning a gun barrel.
I remember on my old channel. Harbor Freight hauls did very well. Seemed everyone was more interested in what I bought from harbor freight. Then what I was pushing
I bought the 100w solar kit last month. I bought a duracell inverter from lowes and 2 marine batteries from walmart. So, for under $600 total, i can use all my countertop kitchen appliances (one @ a time!) For as long as i need to. Yes, the charging will be slow, but i can make a couple days worth of food (that my neurodivergent daughter will eat!) easily.
Now that is real survival in my book. Bug 'in' if you can. Bug out if civil unrest is marching towards your place of residence.
Would love to see you do this same type of video from a Tractor supply store. It would be a great comparison and show differences. As Tractor supply has expanded the number of stores in past several years.
Yes!
I liked it better when it was Central Tractor.
I always thought you were local to me! I’m in that same Harbor Freight about 3-4 times a month. Great video!
You know the welders sparker to ignite the gases, that could serve as a fire starter.
Everyone forgets that.
Great catch
Works great on your gas grill too!
Yep possibly better than the cheep mag block and ferro rod combo
I've tried to use one of those sparkers as a fire starter. The problem with them is the Sparks are too small and usually burn out before they can even nestle into anything. And if I'm going to be carrying a tin of char cloth it's going to have my flint and steel with it
Thank you for this, I travel alot for work and have really struggled with feeling like I was walking around with no plan for a disaster situation when working.
Great info on a Bugout bag. I would also add to the bag a map and compass. Its good to know your area and surroundings. I think a lot of people today use GPS to get around and have no idea how to read a map or use a compass.
very good beginners kit indeed. one may be able to obtain some or all of these things at a flea market (and get a proper back pack) all at one shot or perhaps hit up a few yards sales over a few months and save a lot of money.
Whats a good way to locate yard sales? Other than driving around looking for signs haha
Good stuff as usual. Like to see some of your favorite prepper items from Amazon. Dealing with portable cooking, first aid, heating/ lighting and survival tools.👍💯
It doesn't twist, it just slides straight out or in.
One way is flood, and the other is spot beam. I had that exact headlamp until I lost it.
Planning on buying another one because it's actually a pretty good headlamp!
I agree the headlamp is a pretty deal and I usually buy them on sale for less than $10. I have five or six of them in various bags and around the house.
They are bright..burn through batteries pretty quick
Totally agree on the usefulness of the headlamp. I have one in every bag. But I have never used the strobe feature. I heard you could blind someone with it but I have never used it.
They have spark ingniters with the welding stuff, also magnifying glasses, ty straps,bungee cords, etc. Nice kit, thank you.
Just checked online and Harbor Freight do also sell a first aid kit, which I think should be an essential addition to this bag. They also sell rain suits if you are stuck without a waterproof and hard hats which can keep the sun off or be stuffed with newspaper insulation to cover the hat/coat problem. They have safety glasses that offer UV protection too so you can use them as sunglasses and wool "furniture covers" that you can use as a blanket. They sell a portable am/fm 'site' radio you can use to monitor emergency broadcasts.
One of my Bug Out Bags is a Dewalt tool bag similar to your tool bag, good quality and the outside pockets are just right for AR magazines. Great video sootch (Don).
Great video. I have their hatchet and sharpening stone. I got a Quantum headlight and flashlight at Lowe's. Those are both USB rechargeable, so the solar setup will keep them going. Thanks for all you do!
A 14 inch long blade Silkey saw is great for cutting dead trees up to eight inches in diameter for fire wood!
Something I use a lot in any outdoor situation are solar lights. Harbor freight has a good variety or even a battery operated small lantern would be handy. There are lots of options there.
Surprised u only got 1 fire starter as you taught us 1 is none. I so appreciate you teaching redundancy.
Fine video Sootch! There are a few additional items from HF that can be added to your kit. They have 3,4 and 6" forceps, angled scissors, SS probes, tweezers and of course small tubes of super glue that can be used in a medical kit. Others have made good comments for additional items too. Between HF and The Dollar Tree you can come real close to completely outfitting your BOB, GHB or your EDC kit. The items are not of the highest quality but as often as they are used or needed they seem to hold up for their intended purpose, "Emergency" use. I've built the same bag for three of my vehicles and motorhome several years ago and aside from updating emergency food bars and meds everything is still packed up and ready to go. I've checked out most of your videos and have gotten at least one or two bits of information from any one of them. Thanks for your efforts to bring them to us. Keep them coming.
1. I carry a multi-tool (Leatherman) on my belt almost everywhere (except maybe church).
2. A decent compass to find direction, especially if you are in unfamiliar territory or a woods.
3. FAK (first aid kit) with needle and thread. You might have to sew the seat of your britches, your tent tarp or a nasty cut.
I remember years ago I went into a harbor freight and they had those magnesium ferro rod combos for $1.49 each so of course I got 10 of them. They also had the fold up phone charging solar panel so the five panel solar charger. I got three of those
, the Harbor freight don’t keep the same cool stuff for very long so when I find something that will go in a bag or that belongs in prepper supplies I always let my friends know to go grab them now
$3 Super scissors ✂️ (like medical shears) are also great… I bought a few of those!
I've learned recently that an easy to work on and fast motorcycle/dirt bike is good for scouting and quick runs or surveillance. I love my shadow.
That’s the Harbor Freight near church street in Greenville! I used to work there years ago.
Yes it is! I've been going there for years.
@@SensiblePrepper didn’t know you were so local. Maybe I’ll see you around!
Thank you for this video and all the others you do. You are my go to for real reviews of products. I am currently carrying the 3.6 inch drop point pocket knife 57584 that is under $10 every day and so far love it. I carried its predecessor 63168 that is partially serrated for several years and had no problems ever. I have bought much more expensive knifes over the years that I wasn't as happy with.
Don't forget the bolt cutters! Definitely an overlooked item by many. Moving blanket to help keep you warm too.
Absolutely
@@txrunroutdoors I'd fold the furniture pad and put it on the bottom of the trunk. It kept the trunk carpet clean and I always had the pad ready. It would be a better ground pad than blanket.
Bolt cutters are a absolute! A bottle jack from HF 29$ . Get a breaker bar and a socket that fits your lug nuts, add a speed wrench for quick tire change. One is in a vulnerable position in a urban setting changing a tire.
I wouldn't want to lug bolt cutters any distance.
@@johnruckman2320 just keep them with your bugout bag and decide if you need them or not if / when the time comes.
Like others, I pick up ammo cans from Harbor Freight for use in multiple venues. I am in the process of assembling a bug out bag and your video has given me some ideas as to what types of items I need to include that may have alternative uses. Since the pandemic started I have been keeping lint that comes out of the clothes dryer filter in a zip lock bag. Lint can be used as a fire starter in a survival situation.
Awesome Video, it helps Greatly...You named some extras I need. I live in t' woods on a lake, I have a lot of tools from HF they work fine. Now I'm putting together my Mini-Van/Camper in case of (IF or When) SHTF...I mean like we've been HIT w/COVID & Natural Disasters, t' ugly word t - orn - a - does, floods, wildfires etc. I'm just getting everything put together. Peace✌ - Love💘 'n' Happiness to Everyone🌲🌲🌅🌲🌲
Great video brother I have bought and used there stuff for years and have picked up some of these items just to have in my jeep
Thanks for this review with harbor freight!!! good selection of gloves too. The portable fan/light a good find as well .
I feel like Kid in a Prepper Paradise...or Candy Shop... either way Thanks Brother for Harbor Freight Shopping Trip.
Will the folding shovel fit in the ammo container? That would be perfect!
- instead of cotton swabs or cotton balls, you can use jute twine for fire starting.👍 and I think there are water bottles at the front at my harbor freight. For coffee and with water. Having a get home bag with you all the time is a good idea.👍❤
Jute is one of the best cordages you can carry. 550 cord is not the end all be all. I've been carrying jute twine for 3/4 of my life INCLUDING in the Army because it is light, super compact, natural oils make it a good firestarting tinder. Plus, if you need to have stronger line then you can just braid it.
Also, if that etool is the same head dimensions as the US Army etool, it should fit in the ammo box sideways.
I think they had the at mine but there the double walled bottles which works for carrying water but you can't boil in the double walled bottles
@@sqike001ton I like the double wall to help prevent freezing of water. But you can't boil in them for sure. I picked up camping stainless cup just as big as standard sterno can, the sterno nests in the cup perfectly.
you never want to put a shovel into an ammo container
ammo containers are waterproof, your shovel is usually going back in with some moisture on whatever dirt is still on it before it's sheathed.
Better to let the shovel be a loose item in a bag/trunk
Dont forget tractor supply, northern tool too.
I'd like to see the 5 & Below store you see in the mall.
Sorry to see you've hit on hard times, Harbor Freight is where you go right before jumping off the cliff. Hope you have a turnaround!!!
Love these types of videos! 👍🏼
Oh, so do I!
I had to go back and listen to the first few minutes of this video to make sure I heard it right. A lot of the criticism was due to extended use of most of this equipment, and it not holding up well. It is my understanding that this scenario was if you were caught in an emergency situation away from home without any emergency supplies. Most of these items are more than ample to suffice for a few days until you either receive help or the emergency has passed. The main thing you need (aside from food & water) is shelter, thus the tarp, along with a way to make a fire, and a blanket would be nice. The idea is temporary survival. I think the things you picked up pretty much covered that. Now, that being said, everyone should have their own Get Home Bag; and if you are going to be with someone else in their vehicle, I suggest you grab your GHB and take it with you. Several of the viewers' suggestions were also very helpful. Now everyone who has not yet done so, can make a list & start building their GHB. As usual, your videos are always knowledgeable, well thought out & helpful. Thank you for sharing with us.
Northern Tool might also be a good spot to set something up as well. And of course, Menards.
Everyone's bug out may be different as to their situation, but, this was a very good representation of some basic items for a discount! Well done! I am a BIG fan of 2 tarps and if you can find them, 35mm film containers. Fill them with Vaseline coated cotton balls. I have 5 of them in my get home bag.
All excellent items to have and you’re additional ideas to include. I suggest placing items in water proof storage bags. Ziplock works just as fine as the other.
Their blankets are great. I use the black one to keep warm all winter long.
Very nice thank you for showing it on you tube have a good night 🙂
I would’ve make sure that I picked up a multi purpose screwdriver you never know when you have to take something apart or tighten and put together multipurpose screwdriver with the 1/4 - 5/16 insert sockets would come handy
those are always great to have
Good video. I think getting the first aid kit would have been a good idea too. Then you’d have something for emergency and you would get some gauze for fire starting if you need.
Sillcock key, four-way.
A packing blanket can be used to make a poncho. It could also be used to make a jacket if you have sewing gear. Underneath one of their cheap disposable ponchos, it would at least keep you warm.
I will “game” a convenience store or other location for just the type of scenario presented here. Great video, Don!
Would be cool to see this for sporstmans guide. Good one sootch00.
I saw your logo right next to harbor freight and thought HEY ! they opened a Sensible Prepper right next to harbor freight . LOL .
I love the tarps and the packing blankets
You missed the WOOL BLANKETS! The camo furniture pads are similar to USGI ponco liners. Fuel cans work just fine as water carriers. Leather gloves are a good choice. The "Rambo knife" you passed up has fishing gear and other items in the handle. Also, use JB Weld to better fix the blade to handle. They also carry a folding prunning saw.
Great video! I was just thinking of making a big out bag/ emergency kit to stash in my cars. And I was just thinking of Harbor Freight! I’ve been following your channel for years now! Keep up the good work!
Harbor Freight does carry a backpack. It's made under the Bauer name. Probably not the best color for a bug out bag though, it's red.
AWP as a folding utility b a g with sipper pouches & assorted size pockets, and with a little ingenuity can be used as an improvised back back
HF RECHARGEABLE batteries and Predator gennies have never let me down...
Harbor freight also carries the little hammocks that go in your pocket
I've had one of those vietnam jungle hammocks for 30 years.
It's invaluable. Keeps you off the ground when warm weather (snakes) and wet conditions.
I have learned to ALWAYS carry a stainless steel liquor flask filled with lamp oil along with a zip lock bag filled with dryer lint that I soaked in lamp oil. You can start a fire in pouring rain with it. I usually include a couple of candles in the ziplock bag and seal it up with my food sealer. You can also place many of the items in your bag in the food sealer bags as well. That box of gloves could have taken 1/4 of the space.
that flashlight is actually a really good light... they also have a good folding saw.
70% wool moving blanket, they nice and thick. Rechargable batteries in the odd sizes ( D's ,C's , 9 volt etc )
they have a folding saw there also that you missed. It isn't bad in use either. I use those tarps at home they will last in use about 4 or 5 years before the sun and wind starts to rip them.
The hand crack light is good too. Doesn't need batteries if other battery operated lights run out.
Great information. Thank you! Side note, my husband noticed your band. We have the same bands!