One minute you think you have plenty of time and there’s no need to rush your Christmas shopping. Next, you’re scrambling to think of last-minute Christmas presents for your friends and family. If this is a common occurrence year after year, it’s about time to change your ways unless you want to end up on everyone else’s naughty list. This early, check out some amazing survival gifts that you can purchase now to lessen your holiday worries.
Viper Tec Ghost D/A OTF Knife
Some may think a pocket knife for a Christmas gift is too much but it’s one of the most important survival tools around. Just think about it. It’s useful when you’re outdoors camping or hiking. You can use it to cut rope or vines, make tinder for your fire, and prepare your food. A pocket knife is also a good self-defense weapon. You just have to learn how to use it properly and effectively.
The Ghost D/A OTF (out the front) knife by Viper Tec is a great pocket knife to have in your everyday carry kit, bug out bag, and rucksack. The full-size double action knife sports a 3.5-inch 440c blade, an ergonomic zinc alloy handle, and stainless steel interior parts including a proprietary coated high-performance spring. The button is located on the spine which makes it easy and comfortable to use for both left- and right-handed people. The 9-inch Ghost Straight Edge knife also comes with a glass breaker pommel and a stainless steel reversible pocket clip.
StatGear T3 Tactical Auto Rescue Tool
Whenever you get in a vehicle, you should be wary of accidents and take the necessary precautions. We’re not turning you into a paranoid person. We just want you to be prepared for the what-ifs. If it was your family or friend we’re talking about, pretty sure you want them to be careful, too. That said, get them survival gifts that will come in handy when they’re on the road.
The StatGear T3 Tactical Auto Rescue Tool comes with a 3 1/4-inch half-serrated blade made from durable 440C stainless steel. The 5-inch survival tool also features a spring-loaded steel tip window punch for breaking windows and a 440C stainless steel hook blade for cutting seat belts. It’s also equipped with an LED light with replaceable batteries and a stainless steel belt clip. To keep it secure and accessible, the tool also comes with a nylon belt sheath. Designed by a NY City paramedic who knows a thing or two about road accidents, the T3 Tactical Auto Rescue Tool is definitely a thoughtful Christmas gift for the people you care for the most.
Leatherman Surge Black Oxide Multi-Tool
Multi-tools are quite popular survival gifts and for good reason. The more tools or features they have, the more things you can do, especially those that may matter in a life and death situation.
The Leatherman Surge Black Oxide Multi-Tool, for example, is pretty loaded for a 4.5-inch (when folded) tool. The Surge features a 3.1-inch 420HC clip point knife and a 420HC sheepsfoot serrated knife. Both blades will be useful when faced with a threat. You also get a pair of pliers, some wire cutters, a wire stripper, and an electrical crimper. The multi-tool also comes with screwdrivers, scissors, files, bottle and can openers, a saw, a ruler, and an awl with thread loop.
ASP Talon Tactical Baton
You can’t always be there to protect your loved ones. You need them to be able to fend for themselves. Aside from teaching or having them learn how to fight and defend themselves, they could also use non-lethal weapons that they can take with them every day.
That makes the Talon Telescoping Tactical Baton one of the best survival gifts to give out this holiday season to your family and friends. The lightweight tactical baton is made of premium steel so it’s hard and durable. That means it’s definitely bad news for whoever’s on the receiving end of the blows.
The ASP Talon Baton is made up of three sections that extend when you do a snapping motion or open by hand. The disc lock mechanism ensures the baton will deploy fast, stay locked while in use, and retract smoothly with just a push of a button.
Alpha Defense Tactical Pen
You’re no John Wick who can put people down with just a pencil. However, you can defend yourself with a pen – a tactical pen, that is. With the right training, a tactical pen can be an effective non-lethal weapon for self-defense. So if you’re planning to give someone a Christmas present that will show how much you care, a tactical pen is perfect.
The Alpha Tactical Pen is a must-have for your everyday carry kit. It is an actual writing tool that’s made of aircraft-grade aluminum with a diamond thread grip. It comes with a carbide tip that can be used to break glass in an emergency.
There are proper ways of using a tactical pen for self-defense and breaking windows. Make sure they learn how to properly use it to increase their chances of surviving emergencies.
SureFire E2D LED Defender Ultra Flashlight
A tactical flashlight is another survival gift that serves more than one purpose. It’s a lighting tool first and foremost but it can also be used for self-defense and in tactical situations.
The SureFire E2D Defender Ultra LED Flashlight emits a beam of white light through its TIR lens that can be adjusted from a low output of 5 lumens to a high output of 1000 lumens. The light is 10 times brighter than what you need to temporarily blind a potential threat. It even produces surround light that lets you see your periphery.
Aside from the super bright light, the SureFire Defender is equipped with a 1.125-inch crenelated bezel and scalloped tailcap that make it an effective striking tool. It also features DNA capturing options located at the two ends of the flashlight. At 5.6 inches and 4.2 ounces, the tactical LED flashlight is pretty portable so you can take it with you anywhere you go.
The weather-resistant SureFire E2D Defender has a dual direction pocket clip so you can secure it in your pocket or on your backpack any way you want. That feature also allows you to clip the flashlight on the brim of your hat turning it into a headlamp.
UST SparkForce Fire Starter
Fire is vital in many survival situations. If you’re stranded in the woods, for example, you should be able to start a fire to stay warm and keep wild animals at bay. Fire is also an effective signalling device, especially if you need to be rescued. The smoke can be clearly seen during the day while the flames are visible at night. So if you’re thinking of survival gifts to give out this Christmas, fire starters are a good start.
The SparkForce Fire Starter by Ultimate Survival Technologies (UST) will help you build a fire even in bad weather conditions including rainy days. It can ignite different kinds of tinder but it’s a good idea to have something like the WetFire Tinder in your camping backpack or emergency kit.
The SparkForce is made of durable ABS plastic, which comes in orange color to make it highly visible. It’s pretty compact and portable since it measures just 3.1 inches and weighs only 1 ounce. It won’t take that much space in your everyday carry kit or bug out bag.
The flint-based bar fire starter comes with a detachable cap that keeps the flint protected. The cap also prevents accidental sparks. You’ll also find the striker on the cap along with a lanyard.
Sagan Life Journey™ Water Purifier Bottle
Water is one of the basic human needs. Without it, you won’t survive. That’s a good enough reason to make sure your loved ones have clean, drinking water when they need it. A portable water filter or water purifier bottle is therefore one of the most thoughtful survival gifts you can give out this Christmas.
The Journey Water Purifier Bottle by Sagan Life is the perfect companion for any outdoor activity such as running, hiking, camping, backpacking, and biking. You can take it with you when you travel or go to work. It also deserves a place in your emergency kits, particularly your everyday carry kit.
The Sagan Life Journey, which has a capacity of 24 ounces, utilizes a filter to turn any non-salt water source into something safe to consume. Each filter removes around 99.99% of all bacteria, protozoans, and viruses from up to 250 gallons of water. The filter can easily be replaced once it surpasses its limit.
The BPA-free Journey has a silicone center grip and base. It should fit any car cup holder so it’s a good Christmas present for those who drive all the time. You can choose from Orchid and Sky Blue colors.
Alpha Defense Paracord Bracelet
The unassuming paracord is one of the most versatile survival gifts you give anyone. It has plenty of uses in different emergency and survival situations. It’s also handy in everyday life.
The Alpha Defense Paracord Bracelet is made from a 7-strand polyester paracord measuring 3/4 of an inch wide and 10 feet long. It also has a metal shackle that can be adjusted to fit different wrist sizes.
Adventure Medical Kits Rapid Response Trauma Pak with QuikClot
Christmas or not, you should make sure your loved ones have at least one first aid kit in their homes. Not only that, they should have one each in their car, workspace, and bug out bag. They could also use a small first aid kit in their everyday carry kit.
The Rapid Response Trauma Pak with QuikClot by Adventure Medical Kits is one kit you need in your life. It includes supplies to stop bleeding like the QuikClot® hemostatic gauze, which contains kaolin, a mineral responsible for fast and natural clotting. The Rapid Response Trauma Pak also includes other kinds of gauzes, bandages, and dressings along with a trauma pad and antiseptic wipes. There’s also a roll of duct tape, a pair of nitrile gloves, and a Trauma and Accident Management Instruction booklet. All medical items are safely packed in a waterproof DryFlex™ pouch, which can be reused for a long time.
Help your friends and family have a happy and safe Christmas with some thoughtful survival gifts. We’ve listed down a few items that would come in handy in case your loved ones get in some kind of trouble though there are plenty of other survival tools and gear you can choose from. Go to Gentleman Pirate Club and discover more survival gear that would make great Christmas presents this year.
