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24. Whistle, ball, plastic
The whistle is used for attracting rescue parties at night or in foggy
weather. The sound of the whistle can reach a far greater distance than
your voice and requires less energy to attract attention to yourself.
25. Fire starter, magnesium bar
This is used to start a fire. Assemble tinder and scrape magnesium into
tinder, making a collection of shaving about the size of a quarter, then use
the sparking device side of the tool and scrape rapidly with pocket knife
causing the sparks to ignite the pile and starting the fire.
26. Assembly Instruction Sheet
A 9" x 12' reproduction of the vest drawing, listing all components by FSN
and their location on the vest is located in the left-hand inside pocket of
the vest.
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