SOL Survival Kit

Product Description

The S.O.L. Survive Outdoor Longer Origin Waterproof Survival Tool Kit redefines the survival kit from the ground up. 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, all wrapped up in one lightweight, easy to carry, indestructible package. The heart of the Origin is its ABS-plastic waterproof case which contains an array of key survival tools, including Tinder-Quik fire starters, 150 pound test braided nylon cord, mil-spec stainless steel wire, and an emergency sewing and fishing kit. For those unfamiliar with wilderness survival, backcountry expert Buck Tilton’s survival instructions contain over 60 survival techniques and strategies. Integrated into the Origin’s lid is a flip-up Rescue Flash signal mirror with a retro-reflective aiming aid. Flip the case over and find the one-hand-operable Fire Lite sparker, a removable liquid-damped compass, and a versatile folding lock-blade knife that is secured in a button-release slot. This essential survival knife features a 100 decible rescue whistle, ultra-bright LED light integrated into the handle and an AUS-8 steel drop-point blade designed for the precision cutting you need during survival emergencies. Welcome to the future of survival – the Origin is mandatory equipment for any outdoor adventurer.

Features

• Survive the unexpected with this collection of essential survival tools in one lightweight, easy to carry, indestructible package.
• Contained in an ABS-plastic waterproof case, this survival kit holds an array of key survival tools, including Tinder-Quik fire starters, 150-pound-test braided nylon cord, military-spec stainless steel wire, and an emergency sewing and fishing kit.
• Flip the case over and find the one-hand-operable Fire Lite sparker, a removable liquid-damped compass and, secured in a button-release slot, is a versatile folding lock-blade knife.
• Slip this kit in your pocket, backpack, or life vest to prepare for any outdoor adventure. This kit includes sewing supplies, survival instructions, and assorted survival tools in a rugged and lightweight case.
• Broadcast your location up to 20 miles away with the Rescue Flash signal mirror and up to one mile away with the 100dB pea-less whistle.

Top Reviews

Good for piece of mind
by Sarah S (5 out of 5 stars)
January 3, 2016

I know nothing about survival, which is likely why I think this kit is great. I haven't actually used it (and hopefully never will!!) but living in a potential earthquake zone, I thought I should get something for the car. Seems to be pretty comprehensive for short term survival. What I really love is the guide that comes with it. It's really well written, easy to understand and assumes nothing about your prior experience or knowledge. Does not take up much space in the glove compartment.
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Firestarter Defective
by Bunker (1 out of 5 stars)
March 25, 2017

First three times I tested the firestarter I got three got showers of sparks. Fourth time the wheel broke off and a metal rod hit me in the side of the face.
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Better than nothing
by A. Ramos (3 out of 5 stars)
April 5, 2014

This is by no means the best of the best- it has some good points for one the box itself is fairly well made and actually has a bit of weight to it. It really isn't much bigger than a bar of bath soap, the gear inside it isn't likely to save your life in anything other than a rather casual sort of emergency. So don't count on it to pull you through a zombie outbreak or anything. Still the tools are handy to have in your bug out bag. The knife is not the worst thing to have- its purpose might be to cut some small line or maybe to score some wood- any real cutting you need to do will cause the handle to fail or the blade to twist and possibly cut yourself. Just don't try to wrench the thing, its not made for that. There is a length of nylon rope inside, cotton for helping to start a fire and even a small bit of foil. All good to have, just not the best.

The mirror is good. Its got a hole in the center with a small guide showing you how to use it for signaling. The compass.. Oh where to I start.. Its a little liquid filled button style compass with an extended piece of plastic attached so it fits the sturdy box. It will ROUGHLY point you in a direction but by my limited testing it (and all other button style compasses) will lead you NE or NW when you really want North. That may not be an issue if you want to move in short distances but if you have visions of mapping out your course to safety with it then don't try it. Buy a good compass and carry it with you.

So to wrap this up, I like the kit. I don't love it. It doesn't have enough in it to justify the weight, but it is better than nothing. Shipping of the item was fast. No complaints on the purchasing aspect
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A good catch all, some issues
by Jason Coyne (4 out of 5 stars)
April 11, 2011

I have been waiting for this item since it was first announced.

The list price from the 3rd party amazon seller ($84) is much higher than the actual MSRP ($60). However amazon's discount brings it down to a reasonable cost, compared to other buying options. Just make sure you don't think you are getting 40% off, because you aren't.

The case is big. Think 2 or 3 altoids tins stacked on each other, or 2-3 decks of playing cards. It does fit well into a baggy jeans or jacket pocket though. The case is very well made, from nice hard plastic. The main container has a rubber o-ring to provide waterproofing. It seems like it would take reasonable drops or impacts quite well.

Unfortunately, the usable space of the box is much less than you would get from 2/3 altoids cans. This is because over 1/2 of the thickness of the box is taken up by the built in tools. Now, if you consider that you would also take up that space if things were loose in the box, it comes out pretty fair, but there is "dead" loss due to the structure that holds things in place, and you lost flexibility in choosing what to pack. I wish they had the case more open, with the tools just loose inside to maximize space and flexibility.

The knife is nice, but not very durable. It is very small (swiss army sized?), but fits well in the hand, and has a nice blade. The knife is exceptionally easy to open one handed (the easiest knife to open I have, except for the assisted open ones). The handle is light plastic however, so any heavy duty (or really even light/medium) chopping or battoning would destroy it immediately. The knife is really only useful for cutting cord/cloth/seatbelt or perhaps shaving some small sticks into tinder etc. You could use it to fillet a fish, or clean a small animal. Certainly better than nothing, but any serious carrier will need to have a more heavy duty knife. The knife has a lock to hold it open, and locks into the case with a small button to release. While you can open the knife easily one handed, it is a tad bit hard to get out of the case one handed. I really recommend carrying a higher quality knife in addition to this for almost any situation

The light on the knife is pitiful. A very low intensity LED. Possibly good enough for providing very close up light to see by while lighting a fire or something (assuming you are lighting the fire a few inches away). Completely useless for navigation/signaling/travel. This is the brightness of a single LED keychain light for getting a key into a lock etc. Possibly could be used to read by.

The whistle on the knife is decent. Not equal to a dedicated howler or something though, but very convenient, and much louder than yelling.

The compass is simple and functional. No where near as accurate or reliable as a dedicated military style compass, but serviceable in an emergency. The compass must be held perfectly level. Even a slight tip causes the edge of the disc to touch the plastic and freeze the compass so it does not rotate freely. The compass is stored outside the case, so drops and impacts could shatter the bubble fairly easily rendering it broken.

The fire starter is basically a cigarette lighter, without the fuel. Easy to use one handed, and tosses out some nice sparks. Certainly not as powerful as a dedicated flint/magnesium/blastmatch, but good in a pinch. Make sure you spin the wheel the right direction.

The signaling mirror is very nice. Equal to ones purchased individually. Has a nice aiming hole, and some instructions. Comes with a protective sticker applied as to prevent scratches. Not removable from the case.

the supplies are ok. Some tinder, wire, twine, and aluminum foil. Also a small fishing/sewing kit. They barely fit into the case. You would certainly want additional supplies such as a survival blanket (which would absolutely not fit in the case)

All in all, you can absolutely find MUCH higher quality and more powerful tools if you buy separately. However, the case is convenient as an every day carry item to make sure you have at least minimal basics with you at all times. If you are the kind who carries a real knife, real flashlight, multi-tool, etc at all times then the kit probably has less value, but I will likely keep it in my jacket pocket all the time for use as backup

For those considering an "all in one" survival tool such as the various 7 in one, 6 in one tools available this one is CLEARLY superior. The other ones out there are absolute junk in comparison, and do not provide a knife or the consumable supplies. It is however quite a bit bigger and more expensive.

For me, this will replace the 7 in one I was carrying (heading to the trash!). The BlastMatch

I carried will get moved into the backpack kit instead of the every day kit. I will continue to carry an assisted opening folder, and a more powerful pocket flashlight.
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Not worth the money.
by Michael G.,Top Contributor: Camping (1 out of 5 stars)
October 31, 2014

I received mine a couple of days ago and was surprised at the quality of this kit. I have bought a ton of other survival kits in the past and was almost always satisfied with them even after doing research on them. I don't know if the battery on top of the knife died that powers the flashlight but the LED light was super dim. Dim as in, I tried using in in total darkness and couldn't see anything, not even the knife. The compass had a lot of air bubbles in it and it doesn't even give a correct reading. I tried holding it in my hand, putting it on level surfaces and still it wouldn't give a correct reading. I would move the compass about 5 inches to the left or right and the directional arrows would turn randomly 180degrees even though I didn't rotate it or anything. The clasp that closes the kit together snapped off the first day. Also, the run channels that make the kit waterproof aren't fully aligned because there are gaps when I would close the kit before the main clasp broke off. I am not happy with this profuct. Maybe I got a defective one (a lemon) but I wouldn't recommend this to anyone and will not buy it in the future.
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Low quality and not worth the price!
by Michael Clarke (1 out of 5 stars)
March 22, 2018

I tried the lighter .... one spin and the wheel came off and the flint and spring shot across the room, could have been a lot more interesting if it hit me in the eye! There is a reason that lighter manufacturers use a steel pin!!!!

The flashlight I pressed the button it worked once and then never again

Whistle is useless

Is it waterproof? I doubt it as plastic lid is a little warped ... not going to test as will be returning ... tomorrow!
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Definitely a great kit to have
by Thaabit Arnub (3 out of 5 stars)
October 8, 2017

Definitely a great kit to have. I would give it more stars but I feel that it could have used a few more small survival items. But all in all I would definitely suggest getting atleast one of these. I'd suggest getting one for each car, for your purse / bookbag whatever. The iems that do come with it def could help in a pinch.
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Great to have in an emergency
by Dora (5 out of 5 stars)
October 11, 2016

I bought this for my kids 72 hr emergency kit. She is 11 and needs tools that are easy and organized. We went over all the features, how to use the knife, read the booklet inside and everything else. It's small and lightweight. It's a great addition to her go bags we bought a second for my who is a teenager. I may end up getting one for myself.
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super convenient. I admit I was skeptical when I ...
by ZenZebra (5 out of 5 stars)
November 22, 2016

Pocket sized, super convenient. I admit I was skeptical when I ordered, thinking the different items would be cheap and cheesy but I am please with the quality. Since it's for emergency, I hope I never have to find out how well it actually works placed in service but gives me peace of mind.
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Nicely made mini-emergency kit
by W. Carter (5 out of 5 stars)
September 4, 2017

Handy glove box emergency kit. For more real-world use, add a small magnifying glass for starting fires. I use as gifts for friends who hunt or fish.

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