Signal mirror

Purpose

Attract attention over long distances in daylight with no power.

Used in kits

• Alaskan Float Trip Fishing Kit

  Fishing

• Offshore Boat Emergency Kit

  Boating & Paddling

• Kayak Day Trip Safety Kit

  Boating & Paddling

• Search and Rescue Field Team Kit

  Professional & Field Ops

Alternatives

• Any reflective surface— Works in a pinch; far harder to aim accurately.

Maintenance notes

• Keep the retroreflective aimer clean and unscratched.

Buying considerations

• A built-in aiming hole makes hitting a distant target realistic.
• Polycarbonate mirrors survive drops that shatter glass.