Color | Black |
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Material | Nylon Plastic |
Brand | Sun Company |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.2 x 1.4 x 0.5 inches |
Item Weight | 1.06 ounces |
Included Components | Key Ring, Whistle, Flint, Fire, Carabiner, Fire Starter, Compass |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Manufacturer | Sun Company |
Part Number | 880 |
Product Dimensions | 2.2 x 1.4 x 0.5 inches |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
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Sun Company Outsider - 4-in-1 Survival Multi-Tool | Compass, Thermometer, Whistle, and Fire Starter in a Compact Zipper Pull | EDC Outdoor Firestarter for Camping, Bushcraft, or Survival Situations
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Color | Black |
Material | Nylon Plastic |
Brand | Sun Company |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.2 x 1.4 x 0.5 inches |
Item Weight | 1.06 ounces |
About this item
- Fire Starter - Pulls apart to reveal reusable waterproof flint rod and removable steel striker tools. In emergency, use striker tool against the ferro rod to create a spark for easy campfires.
- Luminous Compass - Luminous button compass keeps you on course, even in low-light conditions. Perfect for hiking, camping, hunting, or any other situation where reliable tactical gear is essential.
- Survival Whistle - Stay prepared with one of the must-have accessories for any survivalist. This mini whistle creates big sound so you can be heard in any environment.
- Cushion-Mounted Thermometer - Stay aware of the ambient temperature. Thermometer reads temperature down to a chilly -20 degrees Fahrenheit. An essential piece of equipment for the outdoors.
- Weatherproof - Outsider is built for the wilderness. Clip it to your jacket, backpack, carabiner, or keychain for quick access. A full survival kit in a portable, ultralight key chain.
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About Sun Company
Since 1971, Sun Company has been family-owned and operated with the goal of making the outdoors safer, and more accessible for all. For over 50 years, we have been designing and building "simply intelligent" outdoor tools and instruments from our headquarters in Colorado.
Outsider - 4-in-1 Survival Multi-Tool
Designed and Final-Assembled in the USA
Don’t go anywhere without this pocket-sized wonder. Includes four important outdoor tools in one: luminous, easy-to-read compass, survival whistle, cushion-mounted thermometer, and flint rod & striker for starting fires. Metal parts detach from Outsider for the most precise compass readings. Use on a keychain for easy access. Shows temperature in Fahrenheit.
- Luminous, liquid-filled compass
- Cushion-mounted thermometer
- Survival whistle
- Fire starting flint rod and scraper
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ASIN | B07PN6HVLC |
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3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #60,155 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #190 in Multitools |
Date First Available | March 12, 2019 |
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Customers like the performance of the multitool. However, some customers have concerns about the sound quality. They mention that the whistle is just barely loud enough to make someone in the other room look up. They also say that it mutes when blowing any harder than normal breathing. Customers also are disappointed with the fire starter. Opinions are mixed on the whistle, accuracy, size, value, and build quality.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the multitool. They mention that it is very handy, useful, and quirky. They also say that it has many possible useful tools, and is a good survival tool.
"Keep it on backpack since it has so many possible useful tools...." Read more
"It’s a handy tool if you need a fire! My husband started one for us with it! I like to know the temperature outside too...." Read more
"I just received this mult-tool. All the features are well done but the whistle. The sound is weak and I would not rely on it to be found if injured." Read more
"Nice little piece of equipment for quick info, like direction and temperature. Would not bet my life on the info but it worth the money...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the whistle. Some mention that it works as advertised, while others say that it doesn't work at all.
"...The compass doesn’t work unless you pull out the ferro ROD. Wink wink, nudge nudge! Say! No! More!" Read more
"...The good:The ferro rod works and is very sparky...." Read more
"...Verdict:Of the four devices that it boasts, only three are functional. Nonetheless, this is a great, low-tech device to use for backup...." Read more
"I love the idea of this as a keychain multitool, however, the compass doesn't work...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the accuracy of the multitool. Some mention that the compass is accurate, while others say that it's not accurate at all.
"I tested this against several compasses and my phone, the compass was off by 110°. Glad I found out before I actually needed it in an emergency...." Read more
"...It's also accurate. No joke this is the button compass you want over all other button compasses...." Read more
"...is positioned right under the compass, which makes the compass reading completely distorted and gives you OPPOSITE directions...." Read more
"...Pros:-It has a thermometer, compass, and emergency fire starter. It also has a whistle, but see the Cons below...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the multitool. Some mention it's compact, battery-free, and low-tech. They say it fits in their hand and is small enough to be clipped to a belt. However, others say that it'd be hard to see if the temperature has changed on the thermometer and the compass.
"...I was surprised how far it throws sparks.-It's compact, battery-free, and low-tech...." Read more
"...Its where the company's logo is on the pictures. It isn't to bad just bulky and is hidden by picture angles.The bad:..." Read more
"Very small size, but does the job as for as the compass, thermometer and fire starter goes. However, the whistle does not work properly...." Read more
"...The thermometer is ok at best. It is very small and hard to see if the temp has changed on the thermometer at all even though the ambient temp has..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the multitool. Some mention it's worth the money, while others say it'll be a waste of money.
"...All in all its eay over priced for what it is." Read more
"...Would not bet my life on the info but it worth the money. I am not impressed with the Fire Starter at all...." Read more
"...This thing is a piece of garbage and I would never want to have to depend on any function of it." Read more
"Congratulations. This is the sorriest piece of crap I ever bought on Amazon. I've scratched the start rod bare and still haven't even made a spark...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the build quality of the multitool. Some mention it looks to be well made and works as advertised, while others say it's not well made, has poor quality, and is a thin strip of plastic.
"...goes through looks like it isn't going to last long, it's a quite thin strip of plastic.The good:..." Read more
"...Can start a fire with rod easily and the build quality is good for something this small.Good for gift for kids as well..." Read more
"This product is not well made as the thermometer fell off in the wilderness within 24 hours of first use...." Read more
"...The whistle operates with gentle blowing only, not strong or hard...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the sound quality of the multitool. They mention that the whistle is just barely loud enough to make someone in the other room look up, and that it can barely be heard in the next room. They also say that it mute when blowing any harder than normal breathing, making it less than useless.
"...It works but you can't put full lung power behind it or it snuffs it's own sound out like a candle flame...." Read more
"...blow, it does emit a tone, but much too high pitched and too low in volume to be heard. Might attract dogs, but useless to signal for help...." Read more
"...Whistle is weak to say the least. In the wind the sound would not travel far. Temp gauge seems to work ok but I did not test comprehensively...." Read more
"...I like to know the temperature outside too. I like the whistle feature and compass too if I were to need them." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the fire starter. They mention that the flint barely makes a spark, the fire starting sites don't work at all, and the thermometer is hard to read. Some say that the steel won't works on the sling. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...The striker they give you for the flint rod does not work. The thermometer has very confusing graduation marks and it is very difficult to read...." Read more
"...Flint definitely does not work even in ideal conditions. Not enough length to get decent amount of friction to create a spark...." Read more
"...What a joke, It is impossible to get even a tiny spark. The whistle is also a joke and doesn't hardly work...." Read more
"...Can start a fire with rod easily and the build quality is good for something this small.Good for gift for kids as well..." Read more
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The whistle is um quite weak. It works but you can't put full lung power behind it or it snuffs it's own sound out like a candle flame.
There's a bulky block that sticks out where the whistles sound chamber is. Its where the company's logo is on the pictures. It isn't to bad just bulky and is hidden by picture angles.
The bad:
The plastic where the split ring goes through looks like it isn't going to last long, it's a quite thin strip of plastic.
The good:
The ferro rod works and is very sparky.
The button compass is very responsive, both it how fast it tracks back to north and in how much play you have before it gets stuck from not holding it perfectly flat. It's also accurate. No joke this is the button compass you want over all other button compasses. I'm surprised at how there wasn't any crappyness when that's where I'd expected a cheap compass.
I'd still buy this again, it's not bad but you can't expect to use it outside your gear as a zipper pull and not expect to find it missing when you might need it. Use it for internal back pack zippers maybe?
If that thin plastic strip were thickened up the other complaints are more improvements needed but still a good product, if that thin plastic strip is thickened up.
I might see where I could drill a hole through it and see if I can get a better and more durable attachment point.
Can start a fire with rod easily and the build quality is good for something this small.
Good for gift for kids as well
WOuld buy again
Pros:
-It has a thermometer, compass, and emergency fire starter. It also has a whistle, but see the Cons below.
-The serrated edge striker works well with the ferrocene rod. I was surprised how far it throws sparks.
-It's compact, battery-free, and low-tech. Don't underestimate the value of having an ambient temperature reading without having to reach for a phone or other electronic device.
Cons:
-The whistle is a joke. When you blow, it does emit a tone, but much too high pitched and too low in volume to be heard. Might attract dogs, but useless to signal for help. Maybe it's a special frequency for rescue dogs?
-Both the ferrocene rod and the striker contain iron and therefore attract the compass. You need to remove both to avoid interference. The metal split ring does not attract the compass.
-If this is jolted around enough, for instance on a keychain, the thermometer liquid may separate into parts, like any other spirit-filled thermometer. To fix it, submerge it into a coffee mug of hot (> 120 °F) water. Make sure to keep it upright.
-The compass does not have a correction for magnetic declination. This is to be expected for a compass of this size. Moreover, this is not intended to be your primary compass.
Verdict:
Of the four devices that it boasts, only three are functional. Nonetheless, this is a great, low-tech device to use for backup. Hang it on your pack.
Flint definitely does not work even in ideal conditions. Not enough length to get decent amount of friction to create a spark. Tried with two people for 20 mins. Nothing. Oh and the flint is covered in black paint which you need to scape off first.
Whistle is weak to say the least. In the wind the sound would not travel far. Temp gauge seems to work ok but I did not test comprehensively.
If you think your life will one day depend on this device…look elsewhere. Great for kids stocking stuffers is the best thing I can say about it.