[shorthair]

Just for the information, I've been a dog handler for some time and have used and have dozens of whistles. It's kind of like a knife having one is way better than not. Metal whistles like coaches use sux in the cold. That being said, the pee-less are better the don't freeze. But I can't say I have ever seen another dog guy that used a pee-less. Just be sure and have one handy. I've zip tied them to all my life vests, all my backpacks, key chains ect. Having one around you neck when you need it is the best place for me! They are kinda like firesteels having one handy is everything. I just ordered some more firesteels I found that there are many places they need to be instead of looking for one.

[George]

Somebody told me that Storm Whistle works under water too.

Wouldn't probably want to waste air to whistle under water, unless with scuba gear.

Is it true?

[crashdive123]

Originally Posted by George

Somebody told me that Storm Whistle works under water too.

Wouldn't probably want to waste air to whistle under water, unless with scuba gear.

Is it true?

What? That you don't want to waste air underwater, or that they work underwater?

Just kidding.

Yep - they work underwater.

[George]

Thanks for reply.

Amazing, thought they were kidding me.

[bts]

I hv been using the Storm whistle and it's really loud!. My fav. Using it for my mountain biking. The rest are for my workdays and weekends.


My collection, clockwise... Fox 40 Micro, Fox Classic(orange and black), Storm and the center is Peter Atwood whistle(my most expensive whistle at USD35, Diamond Knurl Whistles)

[stew22]

I have and have given fox 40 micro whistles to all my family. And with a few words told them that 3 short blast is the call for help and to stay put if they got lost on our hikes.

Thanks God that they did not have to use it. But it is a lot easier to hear a whistle sound then a 10 year old yell.

[NYrattlesnake]

Originally Posted by NYrattlesnake

not only does it save your voice, certain injuries will not allow you to yell without feeling alot of pain, like broken ribs. Plus it takes more energy to yell then to use a whistle.

BCB*Survival*USA*::...

When I am in the field I use this one, and I crazy glued a button compass to it that I also bought on this site, I took of the metal keychain loop and use a 6' piece of paracord as a necklace. I use the button compass for quick bearing and I know my whistle is always accessable. Plus I have one in my Altoid tin in my EDC bag. Better safe than sorry. I also made a few more whistle necklaces for the kids when we go camping. I bought a bunch of them as well as the button compasses 'cause I didn't want to pay more for shipping then the item. I always do this with cheap items.

here's another one ....

[wnysd10]

Originally Posted by Mac

Actually - based on my research the JetScrem is 122 Decibels

There is a Fox40 Whistle called the Sonik which is 125 Decibels.

Not sure the 3 Decibels makes much difference though :-)

Got this off the internet for a point of reference:
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Perceptions of Increases in Decibel Level

Imperceptible Change 1dB
Barely Perceptible Change 3dB
Clearly Noticeable Change 5dB
About Twice as Loud 10dB
About Four Times as Loud 20dB

[Cajunlady]

Great information on emergency whistles.

[Bowman1911]

Originally Posted by bts

I hv been using the Storm whistle and it's really loud!. My fav. Using it for my mountain biking. The rest are for my workdays and weekends.


My collection, clockwise... Fox 40 Micro, Fox Classic(orange and black), Storm and the center is Peter Atwood whistle(my most expensive whistle at USD35, Diamond Knurl Whistles)

Nice Atwood!!! Keep me in mind if you part with it!