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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 18 (New-Skin Liquid Bandage Spray)

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I always keep a bottle or two of New-Skin Liquid Bandage Spray in my Gonex MOLLE Medical Pouch. It is perfect for small cuts and wounds. I’ve used New-Skin Liquid Bandage on everything from blisters on my hands from cutting wood while camping to closing small cuts and scrapes from hiking.

When I’m out and about in the wild, or fleeing after strapping on my Tactical Vest, I always keep a bottle New-Skin Liquid Bandage to take care of those little injuries so they don’t get infected.

  • Antiseptic treatment & waterproof bandage for scrapes, minor cuts
  • Seals out germs & forms a tough, protective barrier
  • Helps prevent blisters & calluses
  • Fast drying & waterproof
  • Helps prevent infection in minor cuts & scrapes
  • Dries clear, is waterproof, & stays put
  • Great for protecting blisters & calluses

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 18New-Skin Liquid Bandage SprayBasic Gear$5 X 2 = $10
Total = $1030
Survival Day 17Jet Windproof Torch LighterBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $1020
Survival Day 16Rothco OTG Ballistic GogglesBasic Gear$40 X 2 = $80
Total = $980
Survival Day 15CELOX Gauze RollBasic Gear$30 X 2 = $60
Total = $900
Survival Day 14Gerber Suspension Multi-PlierBasic Gear$40 X 2 = $80
Total = $840
Survival Day 13Black Nitrile GlovesBasic Gear$33 X 3 = $100
Total = $760
Survival Day 12Shotgun Ammo Cartridge PouchBasic Gear$16 X 6 = $100
Total = $660
Survival Day 1132oz Stainless Streel Water BottleBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $560
Survival Day 10Shooting GlovesBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $535
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 17 (Jet Windproof Torch Lighter)

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I usually keep my Jet Windproof Torch Lighter with my medical gear on my Tactical Vest. It’s not that I use it for any first aid purpose, its just that when I do need it, I’m figuring I will be hunkered down for warmth or to make some food before getting on the move again. So it goes with other gear I’m not usually going to be whipping out in the heat of a fight for survival.

Is it a critical tool? You bet it is. You ever been freezing cold as it’s drizzling around you and your toes are numb? Then you will understand why this Windproof Torch Lighter is a critical piece of gear.

  • Lighter packs with same picture are the same.
  • Both lighter without gas
  • Single Power Jet Flame More Powerful,Cool and Stylish.
  • Flame Regulator Rotate the bottom to adjust the size of the flame. Simple and Easy to operate
  • Visible Fuel Tank Let you know when to refill and when is full.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 17Jet Windproof Torch LighterBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $1020
Survival Day 16Rothco OTG Ballistic GogglesBasic Gear$40 X 2 = $80
Total = $980
Survival Day 15CELOX Gauze RollBasic Gear$30 X 2 = $60
Total = $900
Survival Day 14Gerber Suspension Multi-PlierBasic Gear$40 X 2 = $80
Total = $840
Survival Day 13Black Nitrile GlovesBasic Gear$33 X 3 = $100
Total = $760
Survival Day 12Shotgun Ammo Cartridge PouchBasic Gear$16 X 6 = $100
Total = $660
Survival Day 1132oz Stainless Streel Water BottleBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $560
Survival Day 10Shooting GlovesBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $535
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 15 (CELOX Gauze Roll)

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If I could only put two pieces of life saving gear in my Tactical Vest’s Medical Pouch, the two life saving items would be this CELOX Gauze Roll to control bleeding that a Portable Tourniquet just isn’t going to help with.

Ever see a head wound bleed? Even a minor one? Head wounds bleed, which means that the injured person may be unable to see or move if it’s pouring over their eyes, and worse, who wants a trail of delicious, fresh, blood to bring the Zombies in for dinner. With these CELOX Gauze Rolls, you can stop arterial bleeds on any body part and pack sever wounds to give the wounded the chance of surviving.

Make sure you check your Tactical Vest’s loadout every year and replace any supplies that is expiring in the next 12 months. If you need to use this CELOX Gauze you don’t want it to work sub optimally because it expired. I don’t throw those packages away, I usually use them in my home or vehicle med kit as they still seem to function fine – I’m just making sure my Vest’s med kit has the best gear possible because if I’m strapping it on, some serious shite is going down.

  • Helps save lives by controlling bleeding in minutes, works in hypothermic conditions
  • No heat, no burning.
  • Sterile, waterproof, easy-open packaging for single dose.
  • No special storage requirements.
  • Easy to remove from wound.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

Celox Demo
DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 15CELOX Gauze RollBasic Gear$30 X 2 = $60
Total = $900
Survival Day 14Gerber Suspension Multi-PlierBasic Gear$40 X 2 = $80
Total = $840
Survival Day 13Black Nitrile GlovesBasic Gear$33 X 3 = $100
Total = $760
Survival Day 12Shotgun Ammo Cartridge PouchBasic Gear$16 X 6 = $100
Total = $660
Survival Day 1132oz Stainless Streel Water BottleBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $560
Survival Day 10Shooting GlovesBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $535
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 12 (Shotgun Ammo Cartridge Pouch)

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When it comes to survival, personal protection, and Zombies, I am a Shotgun man. Very few things are going to take a slug or buckshot and keep moving, much less get back up. Because a Shotgun is my primary weapon I usually attach three of these Shotgun Ammo Cartridge Pouches to my Tactical Vest, giving me an addition 48 shot shells of stopping power. Sure, it can add a bit of weight, but it’s worth the extra strain on my legs for the firepower it gives me.

  • Durable material with reinforced stitching.
  • 16 round 12G/20G capacity.
  • Quickly attaches to MOLLE equipped gear.
  • Compact size.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 12Shotgun Ammo Cartridge PouchBasic Gear$16 X 6 = $100
Total = $660
Survival Day 1132oz Stainless Streel Water BottleBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $560
Survival Day 10Shooting GlovesBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $535
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 11 (32oz Stainless Steel Water Bottle)

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This 32oz Stainless Streel Water Bottle fits snuggly in my Tactical Molle Water Bottle Pouch and is perfect for every survival situation. The fact that I can put this bottle directly into the flames means I can heat up water, soup, or anything I can store in my Water Bottle, rust remember to take the cap off before you start to heat up whatever your cooking.

There is nothing better than a cup of warm tea or coffee when the temperatures are dropping. Starving? Just break apart some ramen and throw in the flavor pack and you have a nice steaming hot meal.

The other great reason to use this Stainless Streel Water Bottle is simply boil water while your out in the wilds. Clean water is not always easy to come by, but as long as you can find clear water, at least you can boil it to kill a lot of pathogens. It’s not as good as a filter, but when your out in the wild trying to survive, its better than nothing.

  • No paint, making it durable and scratch resistant.
  • Made of 18/8 stainless steel.
  • Designed to last a lifetime.
  • Camp boiling proof.
  • Easy to clean.
  • Wide mouth bottle is big enough to add ice cubes.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 1132oz Stainless Streel Water BottleBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $560
Survival Day 10Shooting GlovesBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $535
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 10 (Shooting Gloves)

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I keep a pair of these Shooting Gloves with my Tactical Vest at all times. When I need to grab my Go Vest I’m not going to have time to look for gloves and make sure I have protection for my hands. Regardless of the weather, when it comes to survival you want to make sure your hands stay in good shape. It doesn’t matter if I’m shooting, using an edged weapon or a bludgeon to kill the undead, protecting my hands is always important. Not only will injuries slow down my responses, but I don’t want to risk getting infected because of scraped knuckles.

I keep a set of these Gloves in my vehicle, as well as with my clay range gear and they’ve saved my fingers on multiple occasions. It is also always good practice to use your gear in real life prior to it being for a survival situation. This lets you get comfortable with it and make any adjustments necessary to make it work optimally for you.

The fact that these Gloves are comfortable is the primary reason I love them, but the fact that they also let me use my phone’s touchscreen without having to take them off is just a pure bonus.

  • Durable and Great Grip.
  • Form-fitting Design.
  • Sensitive Touch Screen Fingertips.
  • Flexible 2mm sponge padding on the back of gloves keep your hands and fingers protected.
  • Machine washable.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 10Shooting GlovesBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $535
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 9 (Tactical Molle Water Bottle Pouch)

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You can march when your hungry, but if you’re dry, you die, making this Tactical Molle Water Bottle Pouch another critical item to keep on your Tactical Vest. What I love about this Water Bottle Pouch is that it easily holds 32 oz reusable bottle, but I can also squeeze two of most disposable water bottles into this Pouch if I need to. Sometimes it is just easier to buy or grab a few cheap disposable water bottles, stow them, and go.

  • 3-year manufacturers warranty and 100% money-back guarantee.
  • 1000D nylon for long-term durability.
  • Mesh bottom that prevents water from gathering at the bottom.
  • Fits most standard size water bottle holder pouch, (D)/3.55inch(9cm);(H)/9.45inch(24cm)

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 9Tactical Molle Water Bottle PouchBasic Gear$12 X 2 = $25
Total = $505
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 8 (Flex Cuffs)

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These Flex Cuffs are a critical part of every Barbarians Tactical Vest build. Zombies will be a big part of the post apocalypse danger, but people will be just as dangerous. If they get bit, you will be glad you have these Flex Cuffs to restrain them so you can shoot them without guilt after they turn.

The other scenario of course is other survivors. There are times when you aren’t going to know if you can trust them or not, and these Flex Cuffs give you the ability to safely restrain them in such a way that they can reasonably escape if you let them loose while still wearing the Flex Cuffs. It will give you time to put distance between you and them without forcing you to kill them if you’re not sure what their intentions are.

Plan ahead, be ready for any situation that comes your way by having these Flex Cuffs ready to go on your Tactical Vest.

  • Heavy duty zip tie handcuffs.
  • 250 lbs of restraint.
  • Light, portable and tough.
  • Quick locking and be ready for emergency situations.
  • Multi Purpose.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 8Flex CuffsBasic Gear$12 X 4 = $50
Total = $480
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 7 (Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC Flashlight)

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I have this bad habit with flashlights. I use them, let them sit, and about half the time when I go to replace their batteries I find I’ve waited too long and the battery has leaked, ruining the unit. I know that’s bad, and I know I should just cycle the batteries more routinely, but I am who I am, which makes this Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC Flashlight a perfect solution for me. It works well, is small enough to clip to my Barbarians Tactical Vest and hold in my hand while also aiming a firearm, but its cheap enough that if I go through one or two a year, I’m not breaking the bank, know what I mean?

What I really love about this Dual-Output Flashlight is that I can milk the battery by using the low output setting or flip it to high power mode if I need to see so I can pick a Zombie off your back in the dark.

  • Powered by a convenient AAA battery.
  • Produces an output of 180 lumens.
  • Aluminum Body & Water Resistant.
  • The I3T is equipped with a TIR optic lens producing a soft and balanced beam for comfortable use.
  • Simple ON/OFF Tail Switch.
  • Super Easy Carry: Barely know it is there with its lightweight and slender form factor.

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 7Olight I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC FlashlightBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $430
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30
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2021 SURVIVAL DAY 6 (LarKoo Pistol Pouch Holster)

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This LarKoo Pistol Pouch Holster fits my CZ P-10 C perfectly along with three mags. For me I put this on my Barbarians Tactical Vest on my lower left side so I can draw with my right hand when needed. It has everything I need, beginning with being very affordable, and secondly, it fits a ton of weapons. You never know when your going to lose a sidearm and have to pick up something from whomever fell next to you. With this LarKoo Pistol Pouch Holster I am fairly certain that almost any firearm I pick up is going to fit. It also holds three additional clips. So with one in the weapon, and three backups, I can easily have a small package with close to 100 rounds (or more depending on what gun I pick up) close at hand.

  • Lightweight yet extremely durable, heavy duty hook and loop, buckles
  • Ambidextrous Holster
  • Fits all the whole gun pistols length less than 10 inches
  • Triple Pistol Mag Pouch case
  • MOLLE System Attachment Straps

Barbarians Tactical Vest Build out:

DayItemCategoryEstimated Cost
Survival Day 6 LarKoo Pistol Pouch HolsterBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $390
Survival Day 5SZCTKlink 3-Pack Outdoor Portable TourniquetsBasic Gear$25 X 2 = $50
Total = $340
Survival Day 4Gonex MOLLE Medical PouchBasic Gear$20 X 2 = $40
Total = $290
Survival Day 3Kershaw Camp 10Basic Gear$50 X 2 = $100
Total = $250
Survival Day 2Barbarians Tactical VestBasic Gear$60 X 2 = $120
Total = $150
Survival Day 1Disposable Face MasksBasic Gear$15 X 2 = $30
Total = $30