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                   Basic Survival Equipment

                              By

                      Michael Ironwolf



For the last several weeks we have observed semi-catastrophic

natural disasters occur first in the islands of the caribbean and

South Carolina (hurricane Hugo) followed closely by the medium

scale earthquake in San Francisco. At this point, it becomes

quite easy to place the blame for the suffering caused by these

disasters on the people involved (inadequate preparation, failure

to evacuate) or their government (lack of emergency food supplies,

poor building/highway construction).



As a survival oriented person you have already learned that even

amongst the few million "conservative" members of the population

you are in the minority and are most likely considered an outcast

or a "strange" individual. You also understand that the "masses"

CANNOT be educated into survival. Their socialist mindset expects

"someone else" (authority figure) to take care of their needs.

The very IDEA of possibly having to prepare for a hardship of

any kind threatens to DESTROY their frame of reality and thus

everything they believe in. The government on the other hand, is

in the business of PEOPLE CONTROL. Period. It does not care for the

individual citizens welfare an so it CANNOT prepare for it. The

government system can only react to a given situation. This takes

varying amounts of time. The longer the time, the greater the

people suffer. It is no surprise then to conclude that disaster

survival is a personal choice and the responsibility belongs to

each individual citizen.



In any survival situation, the basic needs of food, water and shelter

must be met as well as personal protection from those attempting

to appropriate YOUR food, water and shelter. We should expect an

increase in the number of individuals interested in survival. In

addition, after observing the lawlessness that occurred in St. Croix

what with the military HELPING the looters, we should also expect

some "SOFT Survivalists" (NO GUNS) to become "Hard Survivalists"

(LOTS OF GUNS). Please welcome them into our ranks. (They didn't

know any better). This basic list of individual equipment will

give anyone, veteran or newbie, a place to start obtaining the

hardware they will need in the very near future.



The following list of equipment should be considered a BASIC

load and will continue to be improved as finances permit.

Ideally, your "Bug Out Bag" is utilized to provide for your

needs enroute to your retreat site or if relocation is

necessary due to pursuit by an invading army or secret police.



Your personal equipment demands the best that money can buy. In

almost every case this is government issue or contract overrun

produced equipment. Take advantage of the millions of dollars

of R & D the government has done and buy things that will

literally last decades if properly maintained.



            Mandatory Basic Equipment Survey Checklist



3   Bag, Duffle, G.I., Nylon, Type II, O.D.

1   Belt, Pistol, Nylon, LC-2, O.D.

1   Harness, LBE "Y" or "H", Nylon, O.D.

2   Cover, Canteen, Nylon, O.D., 1 qt.

1   Cup, Canteen, Steel, 1 qt.

2   Canteen, Plastic, O.D., 1 qt.

3   Opener, Can, P-38, Steel or Aluminum

1   Utensil, Eating, Knife/Fork/Spoon

1   Kit, Mess, G.I.,   Steel or Aluminum

3   Matches, Waterproof/Windproof, Survival, Boat

2   Knife, Combat, U.S.M.C. K-Bar or Equiv

2   Pouch, Magazine, G.I., Nylon, O.D., 3 X 30 rd.

1   Shovel, Tri-fold, (G.I. Reconditioned NOT Chinese Import !)

1   Cover, Shovel, Nylon or Neoprene

1   Buttpack w/carrying Strap, G.I., O.D. (Nylon or Web)

1   Sling, Silent, 1 1/4" or M60 GPMG

1   Compass, Lensmatic, G.I., O.D., Tritium

1   Compass, Backup (Silva or Equiv)

1   Blanket, G.I., O.D., 80% Wool

1   Bag, Sleeping, G.I., O.D., Intermediate (Synthetic NOT Down)

2   Pouch, First Aid/Compass, Empty

1   Flashlight, Anglehead, O.D. or Black

1   Frame, Ruck, ALICE, LC-2 (or LC-1)

1   Ruck, ALICE, large or medium, G.I., Nylon, O.D.

1   Pr. Straps, Shoulder, Quick Release, ALICE, LC-2,(or LC-1)

1   Waist Belt, ALICE LC-2 (only)

1   Bladder, Canteen, 5 qt.

1   Poncho, Camo, Nylon , G.I., (1 req'd., 2 recommended)

1   Poncho, O.D., Rubber, G.I.

1   Liner, Poncho, Camouflage

1   pr. Pants, Rain, O.D. or Camo

1   Case, Map, Assault Systems type, Small

1   Kit, 1st Aid, Parachutist, Complete

1   Stove, Special Forces, ESBIT Type, Small

9   Hexamine, Bar, Heating (For Stove)

1   Carbiner, Steel, Black, (Search & Rescue Type)

1   Webbing, Tubular, 1" Black, Swiss seat, 14' long

1   Mirror, Distress, Signal, 2' X 3", G.I.

3   Repellent, Insect, G.I.

2   Stick, Camo.,Shades-Loam,light green,Sand,White,Etc.

1   Balm, Lip, Artic

1   Balm, Lip, Hot Climate (With #35 Sunscreen)

2   Bot Tab, Water Purifier (Potable Aqua) (Iodine NOT Chlorine)

1   Filter, Water, Micro-ceramic, (First Need)

2   Soap, Ivory (UNSCENTED)

2   Toothbrush/Toothpaste

1   Razor

1   Washcloth, O.D.

1   Towel, O.D.

1   Can, Silicone, Waterproofing Spray

4   Ration, MRE, G.I., Current Manufacture



                 Mandatory Clothing Survey Checklist



1   pr. Boots, Combat or Jungle

1   pr. Laces, Boot

3   pr. Socks, O.D., cushion Sole or Equiv.

3   Shirts, T.,Choice of: O.D.,Black, AIRR, or Camo

1   pr. Shells, gloves, D3A

1   pr. Liners, gloves, D3A, wool, O.D.

1   Sweater, Wool, Choice of O.D.,Black, or Camo. ONLY

1   Sweater, Acrylic, Same as above, ONLY IF ALLERGIC to WOOL

1   Belt, Pants

1   set Long Underwear, Black, Thermax

2   set Pants and Shirt set, Fatigue, Camouflage, Ripstop

        G.I.Woodland, G.I.Tigerstripe Viet-Nam

1   Jacket, Field, M65          Pattern of Uniform Chosen.

1   Liner, Jacket, Field, M-65

1   Cap, Patrol, Ear Flaps,     Pattern Of Uniform Chosen

1   Cap, Boonie,                Pattern Of Uniform Chosen





               Minimum Weapon Requirement



1   Rifle, Colt AR-15

1   Kit, Cleaning (Rod, Patches, Oil)

1   Case, Kit, Cleaning

7   Magazine, Colt AR-15, 30 Round

600 Rounds .223 Ammunition



1   Pistol, U.S. Govt Issue Type

            .45 Cal Colt Govt

            9mm Beretta 92F

            9mm SIG SAUER P226

3   Magazine, Pistol, 15 Round

200 Rounds Ammunition





Tips & Tricks :



1. The ammunition requirements are BARE MINIMUM. Should you be

   forced to defend yourself, you and your team could eat up

   a case of 1000 rounds in 6 or 7 MINUTES! Stock up now !



2. Always purchase surplus used excellent/very good or contract

   production overruns. DO NOT BUY overseas imports (except for

   Korean Jungle Boots..OK) or reproductions. You NEED the

   tough mil spec construction/materials.



3. Your sleeping bag should ALWAYS be synthetic (holifil) or

   equivalent. DO NOT USE GOOSE DOWN. It gets wet, you freeze.

   You freeze, You die.



4. Water purification tablets should be IODINE based. Chlorine

   based tablets do not kill giardia parasites.



5. Use an unscented soap like ivory. Its cheap, keeps for

   a long time and is a good CATFISH BAIT for fishing. In

   addition, heavy perfume scents can be detected by animals

   in the bush (2 & 4 footed animals)



6. Don't be afraid to take advantage of the new fabrics to make

   like more comfortable. Gortex (waterproof), Thermax (warmth)

   and Kevlar (antiballistic) are very useful. In addition,

   use of silicone waterproofing spray on cammies, boots, packs

   and sleeping bags is recommended.



7. When packing your kit ALWAYS distribute the weight evenly.

   Remember that someone besides an adult male (wife,children)

   may be forced to "get started" without you.



8. The construction of your "Bug Out Bag" is a personal project

   and should reflect your personal needs. It is not a good idea

   to buy a cute little prepackaged "survival bag", set it in

   the closet and forget it. Remember that 35-40% of the cost of

   that product is "profit" to the dealer. Good equipment at

   good prices can be had at small surplus stores, gun shows

   and even better deals can be had by mail order.



If you are a serious equipment buyer, immediately purchase the

Live Free Report on "Buying Surplus" for an EXCELLENT background

on equipment purchasing. Next time we will discuss current sources

of military equipment and surplus.



This equipment list is an expanded version of a list originally

posted on Ken Segers Survival Bulletin Board 821-2815 St Louis.

Support your survival computer bulletin boards.



For a complete list of reports on preparedness subjects and the most

recent version of "Survival Sources" please send a LSASE and $1 To:

Research Reports  P.O. Box 42003-214  Phoenix, AZ  85080=8A



 

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