Best SAK for FAK?

[Kraken]

I have an Maxpedition EDC pouch that I'm going to use as a basic First Aid Kit and want to include a SAK in there, even though I usually have one on me as my EDC. I want a model with the scissors, even though I'll have medics shears in the kit. I thought that a model with a wood saw would be beneficial as well, in case I need to trim down a couple of small tree branches to use as a splint, or to help construct a litter, etc. I'd like to hear what your thoughts are and what you have in your set up.

[comis]

How big is the pouch?  And how much room would you plan to host the SAK?


For 91mm, Vic Huntsman has the basic layers(blades, openers), scissors and wood saw.

111mm, I always recommend OH Trekker plain edge since it has a long awesome saw and sturdy lock blade, or even the rescue tool if you need the 'disc saw' and the window breaker.


For FAK use, please also consider the Delemont/Wenger Evo S17/18, which has similar setup like Huntsman, but with lockable blade.  Reason being if you need to hand the tool for someone else to use, and they are not use to slip joint knives, it might be safer to use with a blade lock.  Also the scissors on Wenger are like Shears, so they might be able to cut through material where normal scissors won't be able to.


Forget to mention--Tweezers in all these tools are great for removing small splinters.

[Barry Rowland]

The Executive gets my vote, followed by the Classic. They both have everything you need for a FAK.

[SirVicaLot]

You could also use an explorer or similar model for the magnifier.

[Kraken]

How big is the pouch?  And how much room would you plan to host the SAK?


For 91mm, Vic Huntsman has the basic layers(blades, openers), scissors and wood saw.

111mm, I always recommend OH Trekker plain edge since it has a long awesome saw and sturdy lock blade, or even the rescue tool if you need the 'disc saw' and the window breaker.


For FAK use, please also consider the Delemont/Wenger Evo S17/18, which has similar setup like Huntsman, but with lockable blade.  Reason being if you need to hand the tool for someone else to use, and they are not use to slip joint knives, it might be safer to use with a blade lock.  Also the scissors on Wenger are like Shears, so they might be able to cut through material where normal scissors won't be able to.


Forget to mention--Tweezers in all these tools are great for removing small splinters.

The listing has the size of the pouch at 6"(L) x 1"(W) x 8"(H). I used to use this pouch for my tool kit before it outgrew it and I know that it will expand a bit to fit more items in it. Great idea about the Evo S17/18! I hadn't thought about a locking blade and the need for someone else with less experience using the kit's knife. Thanks Comis! 

[comis]

You probably are well prepared and know this already, but just for brain storming sake, a few items that I also put in my kit(which is a little larger):


Non-latex gloves
Retractable Headlamp or some kind of light (Petzl Zipka, keep two hands free)
Medical/Duct tape (make split, sprained angle, fix shoes too)
Marker (in case something really serious happens, write down vital signs, tourniquet time)
Trash bag (hypothermia, water purification, impromptu gloves, etc)
Imodium

[Kraken]

You probably are well prepared and know this already, but just for brain storming sake, a few items that I also put in my kit(which is a little larger):


Non-latex gloves
Retractable Headlamp or some kind of light (Petzl Zipka, keep two hands free)
Medical/Duct tape (make split, sprained angle, fix shoes too)
Marker (in case something really serious happens, write down vital signs, tourniquet time)
Trash bag (hypothermia, water purification, impromptu gloves, etc)
Imodium

I have all of those on my list, except for the headlamp. That is brilliant! I have a small flashlight that has a pocket clip that can be turned around and used on the brim of a baseball cap, but that requires someone wear a baseball cap to use it hands-free. I'll have to add headlamp to my pack out list.

[AimlessWanderer]

The Swiss knife that lives permanently in mine, is a Compact.

[Etherealicer]

Depends on what size you want.

The obvious choice is the Victorinox Hunter XS or the Rescue Knife. But personally, I like the bakersknife (took off the tip)

[ReamerPunch]

You probably are well prepared and know this already, but just for brain storming sake, a few items that I also put in my kit(which is a little larger):


Non-latex gloves
Retractable Headlamp or some kind of light (Petzl Zipka, keep two hands free)
Medical/Duct tape (make split, sprained angle, fix shoes too)
Marker (in case something really serious happens, write down vital signs, tourniquet time)
Trash bag (hypothermia, water purification, impromptu gloves, etc)
Imodium

Great kit and picture!

[comis]

Great kit and picture!

 

Depends on what size you want.

The obvious choice is the Victorinox Hunter XS or the Rescue Knife. But personally, I like the bakersknife (took off the tip)

Don't see this very often, that's a cool choice to substitute the Rescue/Hunter XS 

[Etherealicer]

Don't see this very often, that's a cool choice to substitute the Rescue/Hunter XS 

Thanks, it is a matter of size... the XS is not a small knife, but the bakers knife is. The bakers knife cuts very well (thin serrated blade). Probably not the right tool if you want to cut someone out of a biker uniform, but I tested it on Jeans and it works no problem.