Reddit reviews UTG Multi-functional Tactical Messenger Bag, Dark Earth
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Roomy main drawstring-closed compartment provides generous and secure storage space for your gearFront pocket for quick access; interior pocket for convenient, separated storage; concealed back pocket with zipper closureFully adjustable, padded, and ergonomic shoulder strap for comfortable carryingWeighs 1.9 pounds; measures 12.5 by 10.5 by 5.5 inches (W x H x D)
Here is the link to that color, the other colors are a few bucks more. Be sure to emphasize that it is a tactical man purse. It fits my CCW just fine.
From my experience as a Medic in the Army for over years and an EMT, I can suggest that you NEVER buy an already built/premade kit. Most of the time you will be paying retail price for all the 'supplies' that it comes with.
A pouch size is good for EDC and can contain a touniquet, foldable splint and a host of ther food FA items. The next size up is like a carry satchel: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003TWZGRI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl _encoding=UTF8&colid=3VL0EKUYPM7EJ&coliid=I1EMBKKHXWF36X
This one can contain an IV kit along with minor to small major injuries and ice/heat packs.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002AV2SP2/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3VL0EKUYPM7EJ&coliid=I11HV7WVRYCOAY
This would be along the lines of a small to medium trauma bag. Items would include IV kits, bandages (not band-aids) of all sizes, Kerlix, Coban, stitching supplies, minor surgical instruments, drugs for sickness and injury, etc.
I would prefer a large bag, capable of holding 30lbs of medical supplies. That stays in my room or in my trunk if I'm going out somewhere for a longer length of time.
Premade kits have very, very Basic items. You can buy an empty pouch or bag and go to the Dollar Tree and find many items you'll need for cheap.
But will it fit in my tactical messenger bag?
I just came back from a 10 day trip to Disney World. I carried this from the resort to the park each day:
I used a small messenger bag ( http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003TWZGRI ) to carry most everything except my wallet, band, and hat and sunglasses. I mainly had it to protect my camera. I didn't bring a poncho this time as usually you could get under cover until the rains let up, or just tough it out for a short distance to get to the next indoor area. As for sunscreen, I usually put it on in the room before we left.
We had someone in our group with a wheelchair, and we had a backpack hanging off the back with tons of other gear (extra sunscreen, snacks, etc) but other than her medications we honestly didn't need 90% of what was in it.
As for purchases, we just shipped them back to the room unless it was the last day, where we just lugged them around with us.
How about a nice messenger bag?