Coghlan's Safety Whistle

Standard whistles use a small ball (or pea) inside the chamber to create sound, which can freeze, stick, or clog when wet or dirty. A pea-less design relies on the shape of the chamber to create sound, ensuring it works reliably in rain, snow, or harsh outdoor conditions.

Yes, this whistle is engineered specifically for emergency signaling. Its pea-less design is optimized to produce a sharp, piercing sound that carries over long distances, making it much more effective than shouting when you need to alert rescuers.

The breakaway lanyard allows you to wear the whistle around your neck for quick access during an emergency. The 'breakaway' feature is a safety mechanism that causes the cord to snap apart if it gets snagged on a branch or equipment, preventing potential choking or injury.

Yes, the packaging includes a printed reference for international signaling, including Morse code. This is a helpful guide to keep on hand if you are unfamiliar with standard distress signal patterns.

Absolutely. While it comes with a lanyard, you can easily remove the whistle or loop the lanyard through a zipper pull, sternum strap, or carabiner on your pack to keep it accessible.