Sol Origin | Survival Kit

Survive the unexpected and make it back alive. Inside the Origin waterproof case, you will find an array of key survival tools including TinderQuik fiestarting tinder, 150lb-test braided nylon cord, mil-spec stainless steel wire, and an emergency sewing and fishing kit. Integrated into the lid is a flip-up Rescue Flash signal mirror with retroreflective aiming aid. Flip the case over, and find the one-hand-operable Fire Lite firestarter, as well as a removable liquid-damped compass, a fully-functional folding blade knife, with a 100db rescue whistle and ultra-bright LED light integrated into the knife handle.

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