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Military Surplus Signal Panel Markers
Posted: Fri Jul 02, 2010 5:16 am
by workinwifdakids
I've seen military surplus VS 17 signal panel markers marketed to survivalists, backpackers, etc. for roughly $10/ea.
Do you see a real benefit to these, or are they just gimmicks?
Re: Military Surplus Signal Panel Markers
Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2010 5:27 pm
by workinwifdakids
Thanks, Chris! I waited to update until the eBay auction was over. I bought one for $0.01 on eBay! With shiping, $4.96. How cool is that?
Re: Military Surplus Signal Panel Markers
Posted: Fri Jul 09, 2010 5:46 pm
by Combat Controller
Especially useful if you have to call in CAS as well.
Re: Military Surplus Signal Panel Markers
Posted: Fri Jul 09, 2010 7:09 pm
by workinwifdakids
CombatController wrote:Especially useful if you have to call in CAS as well.
I think the gear to talk to the pilots would involve a different eBay auction.
Re: Military Surplus Signal Panel Markers
Posted: Fri Jul 09, 2010 7:47 pm
by Combat Controller
workinwifdakids wrote:CombatController wrote:Especially useful if you have to call in CAS as well.
I think the gear to talk to the pilots would involve a different eBay auction.
LOL, what I mean is sometimes pilots can't tell which hummock you are taking cover behind and it is helpful to provide a visual aid...
Re: Military Surplus Signal Panel Markers
Posted: Fri Jul 09, 2010 8:15 pm
by 308Mike
And it's easier to spot a stationary panel than a flashing signal mirror.