SAM Rolled Splint 36, Orange/Blue

ok

Just as pictured and just as described, works as expected

Good piece of kit

Bought 3 of these for first aid kits in bug-out-bags. Light weight, long enough to splint a leg, easy to mold. Glad I spent a little extra to get the real deal. Sure you could use a tree branch but the SAM Splint really saves time and has many uses overt a branch.

What can I say? It’s a Sam splint

I have a very physical job and work with my hands. I also have a history of minor sprains or crushed knuckles, so figured I should add this to the first aid kit. I ended up using it few months ago for a sprained pinkie knuckle. Just cut off a few inches of the roll, rounded the corners with scissors, wrapped the affected area and hand, moulded over the joint and wrapped lightly in Coban. This works well for keeping the finger pointed straight out. Problem is this product is little more than thin-gauge aluminum flashing sandwiched in foam padding. Attempting to fold at a joint creates a sharp area of higher pressure on the inside of the bend as well as a loss of rigidity. Also, depending on the mould, the sheet metal can peak out and become dangerously sharp. I folded over a smooth cuff on the wrist side but was unable to do so on the finger tip side. This sharpness and imperfect rigidity make SAM inappropriate for me as a functional rehab solution but fine as purely first aid.

SAM Splints are universal and well respected for a reason. Dont buy the cheap knockoffs.

I definitely recommend having a professional teach you how to use it, and try it yourself before using it in an emergency, this is an awesome and lightweight product to have in your bag or car.

SAM Splint 36 Rolled - Orange & Blue is a great piece to have in a Medic Bag. Should do the job when needed!

Great piece of gear for your med kit. Not a no-name knock off, but the real thing. Must have.