We have been continuing to refine the RealSurvival Kit adding a few things, 8 feet of duct tape, a "D" ring for securing the Kit, a StretchLanyard for the Swiss Army Knife, a 1 quart and a 1 gallon Ziplock bag, and some additional colors. Next week the stock of about 60 bags will go to Merlene at Diamond Designs for lettering. At that point we will begin sales of the Kits. In showing the Kit bags around I have received a good bit of support for the Camo Bag, we'll just see what the response is on colors to determine what combinations remain. Meanwhile we will keep on trying new colors and combinations.
The redesign of the FireStarter Kit is essentially complete, I am quite happy with how it has turned out. I made a number of them in different configurations before settling on this one. I like it because it holds the Mag Stick well and the kindling packs, with everything easy to get in and out. The bag is light weight and features 2 internal pockets, velcro flap closure, a 2" belt loop, a "D" ring for securing to a lanyard or for securing the Swiss Army knife. The kit is also remarkably thin in profile, which is nice because I hate bulky things on my belt. I am contemplating supplying a neck lanyard with the FireStarter Kit. Also I made the BIG decision to make this the configuration that goes in the RealSurvival Kit instead of the ripstop bag that was originally supplied.
I have perfected the StretchLanyard for the Swiss Army Knife, it will be for sale as a separate item as well as being included in the kits from now on. It will retro into existing kits.
Another change I have made is on the Magnesium Fire Starter I have thrown away the ball chain lanyard and made a special size StretchLanyard which I like much better, this will be supplied in all future kits, and unfortunately it is not upgradable on existing kits.
As the above listed items have been refined I am next working on a method of mass producing the waxed rope, which will now be called FireStix. I am in the process of purchasing hemp cord to use and a special beeswax mix that will make them burn hotter and a bit longer as well as a higher melting temperature.
We have made some great strides in our productivity, as things are refined and standardized I have made many templates and jigs, produced my own butane powered hot knife for cutting fabric, cord and webbing. I have made a spool dispenser for webbing and cordage, that has a measuring capability. So hey we are coming right along here in our "factory" in Springville.
Also late word, we have a serious investor we are talking to, if that works out the process will be able to speed up, so we'll see what happens with that.
Until next time, take care, and be sure to enjoy the outdoors.
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