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outdoor element  Wombat Whistle-Vial Kit

$9.95

Be more prepared for your adventures with this outdoor element kit. The emergency whistle is easy to clip to your pack or key ring. A watertight vial keeps your fire starter dry and contained.

Color: Orange
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Features

  • Custom-made, high-pitched, 115 dB loud, machined-aluminum emergency whistle
  • Watertight vial to keep your fire starter dry and contained; for use with wet or dry fire starters
  • Includes 3 Fire Tinder Tabs—excellent waterproof tinder tabs that light easily and burn for up to 5 mins.
  • Sturdy clip allows easy attachment to your Firebiner, Fire Escape or Sparky or other key ring
  • Whistle-Vial is 0.5 in. in diameter, 2.6 in. long and weighs 0.5 oz with a Fire Tinder Tab inside

Imported.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Emergency Preparedness

Hiking

Backpacking

Material(s)

Whistle: aluminum/Fire Tinder Tab: wax-infused cotton

Dimensions

0.5 x 2.6 inches

Weight

0.5 ounces

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Reviews
5 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars

75% 3 of 4 reviewers recommended

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Cla383
Location:Texas
Age:45–54
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars
7 days ago

Waste of money

The whistle is very high pitched and not loud at all. I thought maybe I was blowing it wrong so had a few other family members try it but they couldn’t even hear it in the next room. This ruins the whole purpose of blowing it for help. Also the waterproof container part would hold the three included tender starter but regular wooden matches won’t fit inside it. I’m really surprised that REI would carry this product. It was a waste of money.

Age:45–54
Deb Leader Josh
Location:Denver Metro
Age:Under 18
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

Scouting essentials

I just got this for my son who is active in Scouting and he couldn't be more pleased. We're always looking for great ways to let tinder waterproof and this small, lightweight product was a perfect readymade solution. Additionally, aiming to serve as a Den Chief, this includes the whistle which is a requirement in the Cub Scouts essential 6. We are enjoying several product from this Colorado based company.

Age:Under 18
JoVa
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

QUALITY GEAR!

Outdoor Elements make GRRAT PRODUCTS & there CUSTOMER SERVICE IS AMAZING! LOVE THIS COMPANY! The WOMBAT WHISTLE is no exception. Quality materials... loud & holds tinder starters for a camp fire or emergency! Get out but be prepared with OUTDOOR ELEMENTS GEAR!!!!!!

JeffSullins
Location:Colorado
Age:45–54
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
7 days ago

Quality and care

I love the simplicity and especially the multi-use philosophy Outdoor Element follows. I can feel good about enhancing my survival gear and supplies.

Age:45–54

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use
May
Location:Salt Lake City, UT
Age:45–54
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

Peace of mind

I keep one clipped to my Firebiner with my keys. Each of my boys carries one on theirs when they head up the mountain to snowboard. It’s a small piece of gear that brings big peace of mind for this mama.

Age:45–54

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

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