ANY SUGGESTIONS FOR SOMEONE READY FOR DEPLOYMENT??

[gwhysow]

Hello all,

I have a friend in CF that is soon up for deployment, and I am looking to get him a great gift for the holidays -- something that will be of great use once he's in the field, or taking his time around on base.

For all of you who have served recently, what are some of things that you would suggest - or really could have used that weren't in your kit - for when you were in service? Any and all suggestions would be great. And to those who serve(d), I thank you all and wish you a happy holiday.

Kindest Regards,

M

[Ak44]

Hello all,

I have a friend in CF that is soon up for deployment, and I am looking to get him a great gift for the holidays -- something that will be of great use once he's in the field, or taking his time around on base.

For all of you who have served recently, what are some of things that you would suggest - or really could have used that weren't in your kit - for when you were in service? Any and all suggestions would be great. And to those who serve(d), I thank you all and wish you a happy holiday.

Kindest Regards,

M

Petzl Headlamp
Leatherman
Smartwool Socks
Otis Cleaning Kit
Fenix light (with strobe capability)
Catcrap

[perna]

Never been in the military but I know sending packages during the year they are there is more important. Even if you spend less for each package so you can send them more often will make it better. Well this is what I was told by my friends that were there.

[DragonDoc]

A PSP to kill time, a very comfortable pair of boots, and a Magpul BAD.

[ThirdWatcher]

This is what I equipped my young warriors with: http://www.swissknifeshop.com/Swiss_Army_One_Hand_Trekker_German_Army_p/sa54876.htm

[Rated21R]

Petzl Headlamp
Leatherman
Smartwool Socks
Otis Cleaning Kit
Fenix light (with strobe capability)
Catcrap

All good ideas. Other ideas:

A portable HD filled with movies (a lifesaver when waiting for flights, etc.)
any good paperbacks (same idea)
Crocs (lifesavers when walking from room to shower, etc.)
any kinds of gear stuff like Benchmade, Fenix, Magpul gear, etc. is always nice.

[SIGguy229]

All good ideas. Other ideas:

A portable HD filled with movies (a lifesaver when waiting for flights, etc.)
any good paperbacks (same idea)
Crocs (lifesavers when walking from room to shower, etc.)
any kinds of gear stuff like Benchmade, Fenix, Magpul gear, etc. is always nice.

+1 to all of this.....

[Ak44]

All good ideas. Other ideas:

A portable HD filled with movies (a lifesaver when waiting for flights, etc.)
any good paperbacks (same idea)
Crocs (lifesavers when walking from room to shower, etc.)
any kinds of gear stuff like Benchmade, Fenix, Magpul gear, etc. is always nice.

YES CROCS, say what you will about their looks but they are 100X better than the black shower shoes :D

[DragonDoc]

A laptop is also helpful. You can watch movies, play games, watch training films (when times are hard), as well as chat and email. A cheap cellphone that works with the Asia cell system is also useful if your Joe is going to Iraq. I don't know if there is a reliable cell system in Afghanistan but then again there was a soldier who accidentally dialed home during a fire fight. Don't you hate when that happens.

[Belmont31R]

Calling card: https://shop.aafes.com/scs/default.aspx


TV shows on DVD...can you see what he has or doesnt have?


Smartwool uniform socks: http://www.rei.com/product/728368


Leatherman: http://www.leatherman.com/find-yours/military.aspx


Ipod touch: http://www.apple.com/ipodtouch/


Cheapie Lenovo Laptop (IBM): http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/search.asp?keywords=lenovo&searchbtn.x=0&searchbtn.y=0


Flame Resistant Clothing: http://www.militarymorons.com/gear/FRclothes.html

[theblackknight]

Def 2nd the socks and multitool.


Oakley SI gloves
magpul BAD
some pmags (if MC,get tan, if Army get green, gotta look high speed)
foot powder
a surefire with red filter

[Rated21R]

Def 2nd the socks and multitool.


foot powder
a surefire with red filter

oh hell yes on these. LOL