The EOD Gear 1st Line EOD Kit is designed to support explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technicians, bomb squads, and tactical operators conducting initial investigative tasks during explosive hazard response operations. The kit provides operators with the essential tools required to inspect, probe, manipulate, and access suspicious packages or devices encountered during EOD response operations.
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First line kits are intended to provide technicians with a compact, lightweight tool set for immediate operational use, particularly when space, weight, or rapid deployment requirements prevent carrying larger tool systems.
This kit contains over 20 essential tools used for inspection, access, probing, and limited remote manipulation tasks during suspicious package investigations and preliminary render-safe procedures.
Typical operational uses include:
• suspicious package investigations
• tactical site exploitation
• device inspection and probing
• remote pull preparation
• preliminary render-safe procedures
The 1st Line EOD Kit provides a compact operational capability that can be staged in response vehicles, carried on tactical gear, or integrated into larger EOD tool systems.
Pouch Configuration Options
The 1st Line EOD Kit is available with two pouch configurations, allowing agencies to select a price point or upgrade to a professional-grade U.S.-manufactured pouch.
Standard MOLLE Pouch (Imported Option)
The standard configuration includes an imported MOLLE pouch that provides basic organization and mounting capability for the tool kit. This option offers a more economical entry point for agencies seeking a lightweight first-line tool system.
EOD Gear Berry Compliant Rip-Away Pouch (Recommended)
The upgraded configuration includes the EOD Gear Berry Compliant Rip-Away Pouch, manufactured in the United States and designed specifically for operational use. Most military EOD units and bomb squads select the Berry Compliant pouch configuration for operational deployment.
This pouch features:
• Berry Compliant construction
• MOLLE attachment panel for mounting to tactical gear
• Rip-away design for rapid access during operations
• Internal Velcro spine for modular tool organization
The rip-away panel allows technicians to quickly detach the pouch from a vest, pack, or vehicle panel while maintaining organized access to the kit contents.
For military units and agencies requiring Berry Compliant equipment, the EOD Gear pouch option ensures compliance while providing a more durable and mission-ready storage solution.
EOD Tool Kit System
EOD Gear tool kits are organized into operational layers:
1st Line Kit – Immediate inspection and access tools
Master 1st Line Kit – Expanded first-line capability
2nd Line Kit – Modular render-safe and diagnostic system
Kit Contents
The 1st Line EOD Kit includes:
MOLLE Pouch
Gas Torch
General Metal Reamer
Markal All Surface Marker
Extendable 1" Inspection Mirror
18mm Ceramic Snap Blade
Insulated Forceps – Straight
Insulated Forceps – Curved
Stainless Surgical Shears
2x3 Extendable Inspection Mirror
Ceramic Scissors
Split Pulley
100 ft Technora Line – 400 lb strength
Titanium Stake with Loop
Endless Loop (Berry Compliant)
2 Steel S-Biners
5" Micro Cutters
4 Piece Probe Pick Set
Mini Pry Bar
2-Part 60-Second Epoxy
Sharp Tip / Flat Tip Spudger
3 ESD Safe Tweezers
1 Roll Gorilla Tape
1 Roll Electrical Tape
Procurement
The 1st Line EOD Kit is available to military, law enforcement, and government agencies.
Request a quote or contact EOD Gear for GSA, Purchase Order and P-Card procurement options.
EOD Gear designs and manufactures specialized explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) tools, bomb squad equipment, and tactical response kits used by military EOD technicians, public safety bomb squads, and government agencies worldwide. Our equipment is developed based on real operational requirements for explosive hazard response, device investigation, remote manipulation, and render-safe procedures.
Founded by a former U.S. Navy EOD Technician, EOD Gear focuses on delivering mission-ready equipment that supports technicians operating in high-risk environments. Our kits and tools are designed to provide operators with reliable, field-proven solutions for suspicious package investigations, explosive hazard mitigation, and tactical site exploitation.
EOD Gear is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) operating under an ISO 9001:2015–certified Quality Management System, with ITAR registration, ATF Federal Firearms and Explosives licensing, and a GSA Schedule contract, allowing military and government agencies to procure professional-grade EOD equipment through established procurement channels.
1st Line EOD Kit FAQ's
What is a 1st Line EOD Kit?
A 1st Line EOD Kit is a compact set of tools carried by explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technicians and bomb squads for immediate investigative tasks during suspicious package or explosive hazard response operations. These kits allow technicians to inspect, probe, manipulate, and access devices during the early stages of an investigation.
What tools are typically included in a 1st Line EOD Kit?
A typical 1st Line EOD Kit includes tools used for inspection, probing, cutting, and limited remote manipulation. These may include inspection mirrors, forceps, tweezers, ceramic cutting tools, pry bars, probing tools, and line systems used for small remote pulls.
When is a 1st Line EOD Kit used?
A 1st Line EOD Kit is commonly used during:
• suspicious package investigations
• initial device inspection
• tactical site exploitation
• explosive hazard reconnaissance
• preliminary render-safe preparation
The kit allows technicians to perform investigative tasks before deploying larger tool systems.
What is the difference between a 1st Line and 2nd Line EOD Kit?
A 1st Line EOD Kit contains essential tools for immediate inspection and investigative tasks.
A 2nd Line EOD Kit expands on those capabilities by providing additional tools and specialized sub-kits used for diagnostics, controlled access operations, and render-safe procedures.
What pouch options are available for the 1st Line EOD Kit?
The kit is available with two pouch configurations:
• A standard imported MOLLE pouch for economical storage
• An EOD Gear Berry Compliant Rip-Away Pouch designed for operational deployment
The Berry Compliant pouch is manufactured in the United States and provides a more durable and mission-ready storage solution.
Why choose the Berry Compliant pouch option?
The EOD Gear Berry Compliant Rip-Away Pouch is designed for operational use and provides improved durability, modular organization, and rapid deployment capability. The rip-away design allows technicians to quickly detach the pouch from tactical gear and immediately access the tools during an EOD response.
Is the 1st Line EOD Kit available through government procurement?
Yes. The EOD Gear 1st Line EOD Kit is available to military, law enforcement, and government agencies and can be purchased through standard procurement channels, including the EOD Gear GSA Schedule.
Can the 1st Line EOD Kit be customized?
Yes. EOD Gear specializes in Custom Off-The-Shelf (COTS) kit development, allowing agencies to modify tool selections, pouch configurations, or kit layouts based on mission requirements or agency doctrine.
What tools do bomb squads carry?
Bomb squads typically carry specialized tool kits that allow technicians to safely investigate and access suspicious devices. These kits may include inspection mirrors, forceps, ceramic cutting tools, pry bars, probing tools, remote pull line systems, and diagnostic equipment used during explosive hazard response operations.
What is an EOD tool kit used for?
An EOD tool kit provides bomb technicians with the specialized tools needed to inspect, manipulate, and safely access suspected explosive devices. These kits support investigative actions, remote manipulation, and render-safe preparation during explosive hazard response operations.
What tools do EOD technicians use during suspicious package investigations?
During suspicious package investigations, EOD technicians commonly use inspection mirrors, forceps, probes, ceramic cutting tools, pry bars, tweezers, remote pull line systems, and other specialized tools designed to safely access and evaluate potential explosive hazards.
