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First Aid Only All-purpose First Aid Kit, Soft Case, 299-Piece Kit

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This review is for; First Aid Only All-purpose First Aid Kit, Soft Case, 299-Piece Kit

I bought this first aid kit to keep in my vehicle in case of unexpected emergencies. It comes in a soft, double-zippered case that is waterproof. There are actually 298 pieces stored in the soft case which makes the complete kit 299 pieces if you count the bag as well. It contains pretty much all the basic things you might need for a basic emergency. I like the fact that it has fabric bandages in addition to plastic bandages. Be advised of the aspirin, non-aspirin tablets & Ibuprofen tablets that are included as they have a limited expiration date (the set that I have expire in less than two years). Modestly, the first aid kit also comes with a 37-page booklet on over 20 basic, first aid procedures such as CPR, treating burns, cuts, poisonous animal or insect bites and other various, medical treatments. The booklet has outlined steps for what to do for each treatment and some black & white photos.

The only things I don't like about this kit are the plastic tweezers & the one-time use thermometer which you can easily replace with better ones. I also don't like the fact that a simple bottle of eye-wash (or Visene) wasn't included, but a sterile eye pad was included. Although there is a very generous amount of items included it seems very compressed in the modest-sized bag with some clear pocket dividers making you wonder if you can spill all the items on the ground in the heated rush of a hasty, medical emergency as you dig through the kit to quickly find what you need.

Overall, I do like the soft, double-zippered case the kit comes in as I prefer the soft case compared to the larger, plastic-snap cases that I assume may break at the hinges after repeated openings & closings. The case that I have is bright orange with silver reflective strips which is an alternate color to the blue case pictured. I posted pictures above of my orange case which I think is cooler looking than the blue case. Not sure if you have a choice of color if you buy this online as I bought my kit from a local store. Despite the minor negatives I still found this first aid kit to be an excellent value for the price. Hopefully I will never have to use it, but I have a better piece of mind that I have it in case that I do.

Here's a list of the 299 pieces;

6 Ibuprofen tablets, 6 extra-strength non-aspirin tablets, 6 aspirin tablets, 3 insect sting relief pads, 6 anti-biotic ointment pads, 14 alcohol cleansing pads, 15 antiseptic cleansing wipes, 2 first aid/burn cream packs, 1 burn relief pack, 75 plastic bandages ¾" X 3", 20 fabric bandages ¾" X 3", 30 plastic bandages 1" X 3", 10 fabric bandages 1" X 3", 2 elbow & knee plastic bandages 2" X 4", 50 junior plastic bandages 3/8" X 1-1/2", 4 knuckle fabric bandages, 4 fingertip fabric bandages, 1 patch bandage 1-1/2" X 1-1/2", 1 instant cold compress, 1 emergency blanket 38" X 60", 3 moleskin squares 2" X 2" (blister prevention), 3 butterfly wound closures, 2 finger splints 6" X ¾", 2 first aid tape rolls ½" x 5 yd., 1 trauma pad, 1 sterile eye pad, 6 gauze dressing pads 2" X 2", 4 gauze dressing pads 3" X 3", 2 gauze dressing pads 4" X 4", 1 conforming gauze roll bandage 2", 1 first aid guide, 1 thermometer (one time use), 2 latex-free exam quality vinyl gloves, 1 metal scissors, 1 plastic tweezers, 10 cotton-tipped applicators and one soft-pack case with clear internal pockets.

I am satisfied with the product, but the product delivered was not the one pictured on the web-site. The one I received was in a blue case and the outer wrappings or box was crushed.

I'd really like to review this item, but that isn't possible. While I ordered the item pictured, I received an unsatisfactory substitute. I ordered this particular item as a gift because of it's unique style. What I was sent, isn't nearly as nice, and I would be ashamed to give it to anyone.

I really like this kit even with its limitations. It is true that the bag is really thin but it seems to be holding up well. I like that it has a lot of items but many are just duplicates like most first aid kits. The other thing is that there are so many items and it is simply 2 sided with a few open pockets so items seem to almost spill out if your not careful. I separated the items with small zip lock bags now they all have a place and seem to stay there.

I've taken some of the duplicates out and added some needed missing items. I won't go over what is in the kit as that has already been done but will tell you what I added - better gloves, a digital thermometer, 2 heat pads, motion sickness pills, Benedyrl, salt tablets, 3 light weight face masks, metal tweezers, sun screen, bug off, after bite stick, anti-diarreal tablets, tums, burn jell and conforming gauze.

Needless to say, my pack is very full but I did take out some duplicates and can use those as a replenishing supply. We go out camping a lot so I had the extra items handy and just added them to the kit. I haven't found a kit for under $100 that would have all of these items including what I added.

So, this is a good kit to start with esp. at this price and you can add what other items you need just like any good kit. I recommend it but admit it has limitations.

Our university library recently created a Disaster Preparedness Manual and updated our disaster supplies. Our staff has also recently taken training in First Aid. We purchased two of these Emergency Kits to be stored at the reference and the circulation desks in our University Library. We are pleased with the contents.

i am disappointed that the first aid kit i paid for and ordered was not what i received. However because of the hassle and cost in returning this item i have decided to keep it.

So, does the product contain 299 pieces as indicated in the header or 131 pieces as indicated in the product description? Misleading presentation makes one suspicious of product.