It’s easy to get focused on the items we NEED for survival and forget about everything else. Water, food, ammo, and so on are the easy ones to think about. But what about all the other stuff that makes life easier but just aren’t nearly as sexy when it comes to SHTF blog posts?
There’s a lot to be considered but today I’m thinking, in particular, about abrasives and lubricants for SHTF. I use these terms very loosely so please don’t go by any standard definitions. In general, abrasives wear stuff away, lubricants make things move more easily.
That said, both abrasives and lubricants can be just the thing you NEED to make YOUR life easier during SHTF. Here’s some ideas of what I have in mind (in no particular order)…
Abrasives for SHTF
- Dish scouring pads
- Sandpaper (assorted grits)
- Files and rasps
- Grinding wheels
- Knife sharpening stones
- Bar soaps
- Rags and towels
- Scrubbing brush
- Baking soda and salt
Lubricants for SHTF
- General purpose lubricating oil (e.g., 3-in-one oil, lithium grease, WD-40)
- Vehicle fluids (e.g., engine oil, transmission fluid) and mechanical fluids (e.g., 2-stroke oil)
- Firearms lubricants (e.g., Break-Free)
- Petroleum Jelly or mineral oils
- Cooking oils (e.g., vegetable oil, palm oil, etc)
- Dry Graphite Lube
- Silicone Lubricant Spray
As you can see, there are several ideas and many, many possible subsets to consider. The point is that the above referenced items can make YOUR life easier day-in and day-out now and during a SHTF situation. What would you add?
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