The emergency whistle is used in a variety of situations, not only during sporting events. In this category you will find different models that will serve in various situations, and we will tell you what this somewhat forgotten trinket can be useful for and who should be particularly interested in buying it.
To begin with, a bit of history. The whistle as an acoustic tool was known in ancient times, as there is evidence of its use in Paleolithic times. It was also used in ancient China as a signaling and warning tool against Mongol invasions, and was also known in Egypt during the time of the pyramids, where they were made from papyrus. Going a little further, we can associate them with policemen patrolling the foggy streets of London - they had the function of calling other law enforcement officers and notifying them of danger. Today, of course, the whistle can most often be heard in football stadiums - these came into use as early as 1884 and are still an indispensable part of any sports spectacle.
Emergency whistles can also come in handy in bushcraft, survival and rescue, especially mountain rescue. Medics carry them specifically to call out or let lost hikers know their location, as in the past. This is much more effective than whistling through your fingers or shouting, because you don't have to put as much energy into it, and the sound from the whistle spreads for miles, depending on the density of the air and the terrain. In bushcraft and survivalism, it's worth carrying such a trinket, as any trip to the woods can turn into a fight for survival. It may sound a bit drastic, but as the example of Aron Ralston (on whose story the famous movie 127 Hours was made) shows, even during a seemingly trivial activity an accident can happen that will immobilize you. In such a case, using a whistle can even save your life when you find yourself in a dangerous position. Notifying rescuers of your location in such a situation can be crucial.
In our offer you will find emergency whistles from reputable companies involved in the production of tourist equipment, such as Mil-Tec or Fosco. They are part of the so-called ICE (In Case of Emergency) equipment. They can also often be found in escape backpacks, or survival packs for dangerous situations. Depending on the model and the materials they are made of, they vary in price, but as a rule it is no more than a dozen zlotys. They are usually made of durable polymer or metal, which ensures their durability and reliability in adverse conditions. Some models are additionally equipped with features such as a thermometer or compass to have more than one use. They are lightweight and don't take up much space, so you can easily fit them in your kidney or other organizer so that they are always at hand. We are well aware of how much of a problem it is sometimes to close the backpack of a seasoned survivalist going on another expedition, but just this small item should be in every hiker's backpack. It can also be put in a first aid kit or the pocket of a survivalist's uniform.
The purchase of emergency whistles should especially be considered by people who work outdoors - police officers, military personnel, paramedics and sports coaches. This is an extremely useful accessory that costs little, and has a great number of applications in various professions, not only sports! Take a look at our offer prepared by our experienced team and complete your own survival kit by retrofitting it with this useful trinket.
