Windstorm™ Safety Whistle
Constructed from high-impact thermoplastic with a pealess design, the whistle continues to function even when wet, muddy, or frozen. Its ergonomic shape provides a secure grip in cold or wet environments, making it a reliable signaling device for outdoor travel, marine use, and emergency preparedness.
The Windstorm™ whistle is included in all three tiers of the LYNX Go-Bag system , where reliable signaling capability is essential for field emergencies.
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
High-Volume Signal Output
Produces a 123 dB blast capable of carrying long distances in outdoor environments
Pealess Design
No internal moving parts to jam, freeze, or clog with debris
All-Weather Reliability
Operates in rain, snow, mud, or freezing conditions
Underwater Functionality
Continues working when submerged up to 50 feet
Compact Survival Tool
Lightweight and small enough for pockets, keychains, or survival kits
The numbers, flat and honest.
| Sound Level | 123 dB |
|---|---|
| Material | High-impact thermoplastic |
| Dimensions | 2.4 in × 1.7 in × 0.85 in (61.5 × 42.8 × 21.6 mm) |
| Weight | 0.48 oz (13.7 g) with key ring |
| Key Ring Diameter | 0.62 in (15.8 mm) |
| Design | Pealess whistle, no moving parts |
| Waterproof | Functional underwater up to 50 ft |
| Use Case | Emergency signaling, survival kits, marine safety |
| Waterproof Rating | Functional underwater up to 50 ft |
WHY YOU’RE BUYING FROM STAY READY.
We aren’t the Amazon of survival. We’re a small, opinionated shop that carries gear we’d stake our own lives on — and we back every piece with real support.
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HQ in California. Orders ship from our US warehouse. US-based customer care.
WORLD'S LOUDEST SURVIVAL WHISTLE
Invented in 1988 by a St. Louis dentist working on underwater whistles. 118–120 dB, sold in 30+ countries.
All-Weather Safety Whistle Co. was founded around the Storm Whistle, invented in 1988 by Dr. Howard Wright in St. Louis, Missouri. Wright originally designed it for working underwater, applying sound-amplification principles never before used in whistles. The result: the world's loudest survival whistle. Measured in a soundproof chamber by the Institute for the Deaf in St. Louis at 118–120 dB, audible through walls, glass, and water — and heard over half a mile away. The Storm and Windstorm models have sold in millions across more than 30 countries.
- Storm Whistle invented in 1988 by Dr. Howard Wright
- Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri
- Tested at 118–120 dB (Institute for the Deaf, St. Louis)
- Audible through walls, glass, and water — half a mile range
- Sold in 30+ countries
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How long does shipping take?
Most orders process within 1–3 business days from our warehouse. From there: 5–7 business days economy, 2–3 business days expedited, or overnight if you need it fast. Free economy shipping on orders over $150 (contiguous US). Alaska, Hawaii, and Pro Eagle / freight items are quoted at checkout. You’ll get a tracking number and link the moment your order ships.
What’s your return policy?
30 days from the day your order arrives. Gear has to come back unused, with all original tags, stickers, and packaging intact. For standard items we’ll send a prepaid return label and deduct return shipping from your refund. Oversized or freight returns are on you, unless the item showed up damaged, defective, or wrong — in which case we cover it.
Refunds hit your original payment method within 10 business days of approval.
What can’t I return?
Final-sale items, gift cards, food and drink products, personal-care items, anything customized or engraved, briefs (hygiene), and hazardous materials. If you’re not sure whether something qualifies, email us before you order — we’ll tell you straight.
Do you ship outside the contiguous US?
Yes. Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories ship on freight-quoted rates calculated after checkout. International orders are available worldwide at variable rates; duties and import fees are the customer’s responsibility. EU customers get a 14-day cancellation window per EU consumer law, on top of our standard return policy.
My package arrived damaged — what now?
Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and clear photos of the damage (product + packaging). We’ll replace, refund, or ship a return label on us — no back-and-forth. Damaged, defective, or wrong-item claims never cost you shipping.
Can I talk to a human before buying?
Yes. Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com — we answer every message ourselves, usually within a few hours during business days. We carry this gear, we use this gear, and we’d rather talk you out of a kit that doesn’t fit your mission than sell you the wrong one.
Do you offer a military/first-responder discount?
Yes. Active-duty and veteran military, police, fire, EMS, and medical first responders get 10% off every order. Verify through GovX at checkout — one-time, secure, and reusable across thousands of brands. Discount applies automatically once you’re verified.