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Good tools turn a crisis into a chore. Every kit needs a knife, a way to start fire and simple repair supplies. Add bigger tools for storm cleanup at home.

Updated November 1, 2026

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72 Hours

FLISSA Survival Hunting Knife with Sheath

Full tang fixed blade with a sharpener and fire starter in the sheath.

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72 HoursTop Pick

Leatherman Wave Plus Multitool

Pliers, blades, drivers and saw in one trusted tool.

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Gerber Multitool

Reliable, budget friendly multitool for every kit.

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Morakniv Companion Fixed Blade Knife

Sharp, simple, affordable bushcraft knife.

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Ferro Rod Fire Starter

Throws hot sparks in any weather, thousands of times.

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Stormproof Matches

Matches that light in wind and keep burning in rain.

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2 Weeks

Fiskars Hatchet

Split kindling and clear branches.

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Folding Pruning Saw

Cuts limbs fast and folds small for a pack.

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2 WeeksStorm Cleanup

Cordless Chainsaw

Clear downed trees after a storm without mixing gas.

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550 Paracord (100 Feet)

Strong cord for shelters, repairs and gear lashing.

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Heavy Duty Duct Tape

Patch tents, tarps, hoses and more.

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Folding Survival Shovel

Dig, chop and pry with one compact tool.

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4 in 1 Emergency Gas and Water Shutoff Tool

Turn off gas and water quickly after a quake or leak.

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2 Weeks

Wrecking Bar Pry Bar

Open stuck doors and clear debris.

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Lensatic Compass

Find your way when phones and GPS fail.

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Leather Work Gloves

Protect your hands during cleanup and repairs.

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2 Weeks

Survival Sewing Kit

Repair clothes, packs and tents.

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2 Weeks

Tactical Tomahawk

Chops, pries and breaches. A rugged all purpose tool.

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2 Weeks

Machete with Sheath

Clear brush and trails fast.

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2 Weeks

Whetstone Knife Sharpener

Keep every blade sharp for years.

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2 WeeksStorm Cleanup

Mechanics Tool Set

Fix vehicles, generators and gear yourself.

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2 Weeks

Cordless Drill and Driver Kit

Board up windows and make repairs after storms.

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What to look for

  1. Buy one quality knife instead of three cheap ones.
  2. Carry two ways to start a fire, such as a lighter and a ferro rod.
  3. Keep a gas shutoff wrench by your meter and learn how to use it.
  4. Duct tape and paracord fix almost anything.
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Common questions

What tools should be in a survival kit?

A fixed blade knife, a multitool, fire starters, paracord, duct tape, a whistle, a compass and work gloves. At home add a saw, an axe, a shovel and a utility shutoff tool.