A couple of years ago, Don Heath wrote an article in African Hunter describing a disposable medical stapler for first aid kits. Being the legend that he is (!), he tested it by drawing a line down his forearm with a biro, then whacking a half-dozen staples into it, as if it was a wound!
In Australia, these things sell for about $40 with 30 stainless-steel staples on board, in a sterile blister-pack.
...so I grabbed one to add to my Section Med-kit. Incidentally, I 'draw the line' at stapling my own arm cold-turkey!
The other additional goodies I have acquired over the years include a set of inflatable splints, and a 'magic whistle' complete with two ampoules of 'get-high' (don't ask!).
Unfortunately, the kit is now getting a bit heavy and is often left with the vehicle....
-------------------- Marrakai
When the bull drops, the bullshit stops!
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