What is a bug out bag?

A bug out bag is a pre-packed emergency kit designed to sustain you for 72 hours or more when you need to leave your location quickly. Also called a BOB, go bag, or get home bag depending on the intended use.

How much should a bug out bag weigh?

A general rule is to keep your loaded BOB under 20–25% of your body weight. Most practical setups fall between 25–40 lbs depending on scenario length and individual fitness. A lighter, well-prioritized kit outperforms a heavy kit with filler every time.

What is the difference between a bug out bag and a get home bag?

A bug out bag is built for leaving home and sustaining yourself for multiple days. A get home bag is lighter and optimized for a single mission: getting from wherever you are back to home, typically kept in a vehicle.

Should I buy a pre-made kit or build my own bug out bag?

Pre-made kits are faster to acquire and well-suited for buyers who want a ready solution. Building your own gives you control over every component — weight, quality, and configuration — and is usually the better option for buyers with specific requirements or existing gear.

What is the best bag to use as a bug out bag?

Look for 35–55L capacity, a structured frame, load-bearing hip belt, MOLLE webbing for expansion, and a durable fabric rated for outdoor use. Eberlestock, Condor, 5.11, and Tasmanian Tiger are proven platforms.

Benchmade 179GRY SOCP Rescue Tool

Name: Benchmade SOCP Rescue Tool
Brand: Benchmade
SKU: 179GRY
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Benchmade SOCP Rescue Tool

SKU:

179GRY

Availability:

Usually Ships in 48 Hours

Description

Description

Rescue Hook Tool With Carbide Glass Breaker and Integrated O2 Wrench

Benchmade SOCP Rescue Tool was designed by Greg Thompson for rescue performance and less-than-lethal self-defense in a single, purpose-built tool. Integrating Benchmade's optimized rescue hook design, a carbide glass breaker, and an O2 wrench, the SOCP Rescue Tool shares the same finger loop and integral sheath design as the rest of the SOCP family, delivering maximum performance when lives are on the line.

Features

An optimized rescue hook blade is built to safely cut through seatbelts, clothing, and restraints in emergency situations.
A carbide glass breaker allows rapid access through vehicle windows or other tempered glass in rescue scenarios.
An integrated O2 wrench provides quick access to oxygen tank valves without needing a separate tool.
440C stainless steel construction, hardened to 58 to 60 HRC, delivers reliable durability for demanding rescue and duty use.
The same finger loop and integral sheath design as the rest of the SOCP family helps you maintain dexterity and secure retention.
A DLC coated clip finish provides a low-visibility, corrosion-resistant surface for duty carry.
The injection molded, MOLLE compatible sheath integrates directly into gear and webbing for a low profile carry setup.
A Cerakote blade finish adds durability and corrosion resistance for hard use in the field.

Construction and Design

The SOCP Rescue Tool is built from 440C stainless steel for both the blade and handle, giving it a rugged, one-piece fixed blade construction designed for military, duty, rescue, and self-defense use. Every Benchmade knife, including the SOCP Rescue Tool, is backed by the LifeSharp program, a lifetime warranty and maintenance service that includes cleaning, oiling, sharpening, and factory adjustments for the life of the tool.

Specifications

Mechanism: Fixed blade
Blade style: Rescue hook
Blade steel: 440C stainless steel (58-60 HRC)
Blade finish: Cerakote
Blade length: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Blade thickness: 0.12 in (3.05 mm)
Handle material: 440C stainless steel
Handle thickness: 0.18 in (4.57 mm)
Handle color: Black steel gray
Open length: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)
Weight: 1.88 oz (53.3 g)
Clip style: SOCP Deep Carry
Clip finish: DLC coated
Sheath: MOLLE compatible, Malice Clip Free, injection molded, black, with lanyard hole