James Story of Survival

I had 2 of your straps, and because I had 2...
I'm still alive.

This story comes from James in California. He is one of America's incredible Warriors who chose to join the military and fight for our freedom. We are humbled to have men like this wearing our gear and glad that it helped him get out of a rough situation. We are glad that James is home safe now. Here is his story of how he used his SurvivalStraps.

James' Story of Survival:

'Hi everybody-

I had 2 of your straps, and because I had 2... I'm still alive. I cannot give you details or too many specifics, but this is what I can tell you...

I was in Iraq and given the responsibility of providing cover for my unit on a raid. As a sniper, I chose a building that was already destroyed and hid within the rubble. I had taken out a couple insurgents before a lucky mortar shot exploded within range of my position. The blast was near enough to wound me. I was also somewhat exposed as my cover was shaken down.

While in Iraq, I wore one of your straps on each wrist (they were all black and the WIDE ones with the stainless steel clamp). I unraveled the first one, tying it on my leg above the worst wound to make a tourniquet. It stopped the bleeding. The second, I cut in half and was able to tie up some large pieces of debris to help create more cover. From this position I continued to provide covering fire for my troops as the mission was successful. We lost no one and the injuries were minimal. I was able to move on my own to rejoin my unit.

It's safe to say I might not have made it out without your straps... either by the possibility of bleeding to death or further wounds due to exposure to the enemy. In any case... I love you guys! I'm out now and home safe...I'll be strapped when they bury me...It's in the will!!! Cheers my friends!'