Rescue Hook

Emergency rescue tool

Product

Benchmade 8 Hook

Promise

A hardwearing lifesaving device with razor sharp edge to 'get out quick' of dangerous situations by cutting through rope, seatbelt, cord or other materials

Performance

This gadget is incredibly easy to use - and you wouldn't believe the efficiency of the little blade. First thing to note is its safety - the shape of the 'hook' means its fairly difficult to do yourself (or anyone else for that matter) any damage. The razor-sharp blade is contained within the bend of the hook. You hold onto the contoured handle, then pull the blade through the rope, seatbelt or whatever material you need to cut, in one continuous motion. It also comes with a handy holster which you can attach to a car door, or sling from your backpack - either way you should always have the 8-hook handy for emergency situations.

Verdict

Amazing. Small, compact, easy to use, and - more importantly - safe (it comes in a hardwearing plastic case which pops shut). Every WideWorlder should have one. Also gets shipped from UK retailers at www.mikesknives.co.uk, www.edgarbrothers.com