MTM Survivor Dry Box with O-Ring Seal

The plastic is sufficiently thick and of good quality to avoid feeling flimsy. When closed, the box has a lot of rigidity and very little flex. There is an o-ring attached to the rubber o-ring. a ring that runs along the top of the box and helps to keep moisture out by creating a seal. In my video, you can see me trying to submerge the box in water. Although this box was not designed to be submerged and was advertised as water-resistant, a few drops of water did find their way inside. It's only resistant. Based on my testing, I believe it keeps water out well enough to be classified as water-resistant. tenacious br>br>Contrary to popular belief, there are a number of disadvantages to using this product. The hinge is flimsy and could be a weak spot, but only time will tell how well it holds up. The compass isn't working properly; It works, but it can get stuck at times.

Waverly Taylor

| Jul 04, 2021

My error was that I read the measurements but did not fully comprehend the information. I looked at the numbers, but they didn't "appear" to me. I was looking at the photo. The image appeared to be large enough to accommodate what I wanted to include. This box is a fraction of the size of my handbag. I intended to use it as a survival cache that I could bury in the ground. It's not big enough, and there's no way to carry it once you've dug it up. Buyers should consider whether or not a handle is required. The container itself appears to be sturdy and watertight. I'm going to soak it for a week in a bucket of water and see how it turns out. It will remain a geocache for me. It has enough room for a knife, multitool, fire steel, spoon, paracord, bandana, socks, a few first-aid supplies, a collapsible bottle, and one can of beans. Just to get a pot to boil water for sanitation, I'd throw in the can. This necessitates the use of a small can opener. Actually, for such a small box, this isn't bad. I wrote this review to remind people to consider the actual size. br>UPDATE. On the box's edge, there are a few small holes. Paracord can be used to make a handle or a strap, and two of the four holes can be used to secure a small padlock. br>UPDATE: I purchased an olive green paracord Adjustable strap from Amazon as well. The strap is perfectly positioned to attach to the box. My husband put the box through its paces without the strap to see if it was watertight. A bucket with a brick on top was submerged for 24 hours. WITH FLYING COLORS, I PASSED. All of my bugout gear is kept in this box. 2 knives, 2 ferro rods, 2 lighters, bag of dryer lint for tinder, spoon, paracord, bandana, compass, bandaids, antibiotic ointment, 12 oz Nalgene bottle stuffed with 1 pair of socks, stainless steel milk frothing cup fits around Nalgene bottle, stainless steel milk frothing cup fits around Nalgene bottle It's used to heat water to a certain temperature. All of this can be found on Amazon. I keep playing with the box, trying to fit one more item in it, and it's turned out to be a lot of fun. The only issue is that I don't want to bury it as a cache any longer.

Christian Montoya

| Sep 11, 2021

These are ideal for bug out bags and everyday carry. I purchased an orange one and have recently purchased a green one. The size is ideal for storing all of your survival gear in one place, and the latches are secure. In this bag, I keep a fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, TP, life straw, knife, signaling mirror, headlamp, protein bars, rain poncho, map, and a few other items. The compass is a nice touch that they didn't have to include, but it could come in handy in a survival situation. For the quality of a dry box with these features, the price is a good deal. One tip. I put several small, light items in a ziploc bag and tucked them inside the lid's inside top. This allows me to quickly close the box rather than having to double-check that all of the items have passed through the seal.

Emelia BIBI

| Dec 30, 2020

I've bought several MTM Survivor dry boxes (large, orange) in the last two weeks and had to return them all to Amazon due to warped latch hinges. The latches fall off and/or don't work properly because of the defective (warped) hinges. In the past, I've found MTM to have exceptional quality control. My guess is that these boxes were exposed to extreme heat somewhere during the shipping or warehouse process (or that there was a factory or material defect) to the point where the thin (orange) hinges to the black latches were all warped. I've decided to hold off on ordering another MTM dry box until late in the winter. In addition, one of the boxes contained a gasket that had been improperly seated upon receipt, resulting in permanent damage to the gasket's integrity.

Chloe Jimenez

| Dec 31, 2020

I actually bought the smaller version first, and then this one later. The smaller version is simply too small to serve as a first-aid kit. This one is the perfect size for a medium-sized first-aid kit. br>br>The overall quality of the product is better than one might expect for the price, and the three latches ensure a secure closure. This isn't waterproof, in my opinion. It can withstand water. I'm sure water will seep in if you submerge it. Splashing water and being in a moist environment, on the other hand, are acceptable. If you stuff some desiccant packs inside, it'll stay dry for months on your boat. br>br>On the smaller version, the compass didn't work very well, but it does on this one. The compass, to be honest, was not a selling point for me, and it shouldn't be for you either. It's simply there, and it could be used as a last resort. If you need an emergency kit, the color gives it good visibility and it's worth the extra money over the green one. Because of its dark green color, the green version is difficult to notice at night. Reflective white tape and stickers should be used in the appropriate places. I ordered some first-aid kit stickers from Amazon, and they work quite well on this. The majority of the time, it is a non-profit organization. Although the surface is smooth, the sticker adheres to it quite well. These are the ones I used and would strongly suggest for this box: This was ideal for what I needed. br>br> It has the potential to equip a well-equipped vehicle. I have a 25-person first-aid kit that includes several small ointment tubes and a couple of small bottles of medicine, as well as an instant cold pack, a mylar blanket, and a small flashlight. It meets my requirements perfectly.

Nyla Klein

| Feb 28, 2021