25 Bobby Pin Hacks for Survival

Published on July 27, 2016
Duration: 7:57

This video demonstrates 25 survival and everyday hacks using common bobby pins. It covers modifying them for utility, such as creating improvised tools like needles or screwdrivers, and even lock picking. Practical applications include emergency clothing repairs, hygiene aids, and organizing small items. The content highlights the versatility of bobby pins for preparedness and EDC.

Quick Summary

Bobby pins can be modified for survival by removing their tips to create improvised tools like needles or scribes. They can also replace zipper pulls, secure clothing, serve as money clips, or be used for lock picking with practice.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Bobby Pins for Survival
  2. 00:47History & Types of Bobby Pins
  3. 01:14Modifying Bobby Pins for Utility
  4. 01:51Basic Bobby Pin Utility Hacks
  5. 02:11Clothing & Hygiene Hacks
  6. 02:30Improvised Tools from Bobby Pins
  7. 03:16Bobby Pin Lock Picking Demo
  8. 03:46Clothing Repair Hacks
  9. 04:15Miscellaneous Survival Uses
  10. 05:06Organization & Electronics Hacks
  11. 05:52Sizing & Storage of Bobby Pins

Frequently Asked Questions

How can bobby pins be used for survival?

Bobby pins can be modified into improvised tools like needles for sewing, scribes for marking, or small screwdrivers. They can also replace zipper pulls, secure clothing temporarily, act as money clips, or even be used for lock picking.

What are the different sizes of standard bobby pins?

Standard bobby pins typically come in two common sizes: a larger size measuring 1.75 inches and a smaller size measuring 1.25 inches. Both are compact and easy to store.

Can bobby pins be used to pick locks?

Yes, two bobby pins can be used to pick simple padlocks. One pin is typically bent to act as a tension wrench, while the other is shaped to manipulate the lock's pins.

What modifications can be made to bobby pins for utility?

The most common modification is removing the plastic or glue tips using a knife or pliers. This exposes the bare metal, allowing the pin to be sharpened into a needle, used as a scribe, or for other precise tasks.

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