I don't think those two would survive in the military. Following directions is fundamental...

Don't do like they do read the instructions.😊😊😊

I keep a case of them on hand. They're a lot more convenient to pack then most other types of food. When you've been on the go for 6 hours or more doing physical shit having one helps. I've gone through hurricanes, blizzards, ice storms, and tornados and I've been out cleaning up after they were done. The ration heater does smell and it does create hydrogen gas so they're best used away from a flame or outdoors. Also jalapeno cheddar is the best spread.

Jono, there are documentaries that talk about the current selection of MREs and how they are made. You might also like the ones that talk about the airline meals too. Not sure if they sell internationally but a company called Cheaper Than Dirty as well as a company called US Calvary does military surplus products including MRE rations. If you read the instructions on the heater pack it tells you how to use it.

MRE's were engineered for the correct dietary needs that a person needed in the field. When I was in the Army in the late 80's, early 90's we would have loved to have what they have now. When the heaters came out it was a game changer. Before them we used to heat our entree on the engine block of whatever vehicle we were driving. It's not an expiration date, it's a manufacturing date. We used to take the coffee packets and use it as dip just to get the caffeine.

@m2hmghb

4 ай бұрын

Every generation says the same thing. Uncle in Nam said the same thing about the original MREs.

@halicarnassus8235

4 ай бұрын

​@@m2hmghb That is like saying every generation sais the same thing about meals ready to eat since Ancient Rome. Salted Door mice were also a go to back then when the grain sack was empty and in need of protein.

@bryancleary7677

4 ай бұрын

@@m2hmghb And what does everybody say? Respect if you are in any branch! But, from the sounds of it you entered after 2012. If im wrong im wrong . BUt miltary troops these days dont know how easy they have it. (and yes, im sure youre gonna say... (yeah, thats another thing every generation says) Military got waaay to soft around 08)

The italian bread is like the dry biscuits. We had a pack every month as a ration, plus chocolate (when I was in the Navy).

They are not "SEAL rations". They are the same MRE's we've all eaten. BTW, "Warfighter" means ALL SERVICES that have members that get shot at. "Soldier" is specifically a US army member, not Navy, USAF or USSF. They did not do some research

If your hungry and need calories they hit the spot.

I was in the army in 1970 and had c and k rations which came in cans that you either ate cold or had to find a way to heat them. And god forbid you lost the small can opener which I think was called a p 39 you used your bayonet. In comparison, these MREs are a gourmet meal.

@michaelbancroft7423

4 ай бұрын

You are close the can opener is called a P38.

@john-dm1rx

4 ай бұрын

@@michaelbancroft7423 Thanks Mike.

@ellinganderson5434

4 ай бұрын

Joined in 1974 and ate a lot of C rations. I used to carry a p38 can opener on my dog tags chain so I'd have it at all times. There were some meals that were to be avoided, but if you got a chocolate bar you were lucky. They also came with a 4 pack of cigarettes. Most of the time the cooks would heat them up in a dedicated trash can or if you were on the road you'd punch a hole in it and put it on your truck engine. Next pee stop you would have a hot meal which was important if you got the pork slices that were jellified when cold.

when we were doing training as a whole company in the field, they used to make like 10 gallon pots of coffee, they just put the grounds in the water and you ladled yourself a cup, grounds and all

Never seen worms in our presence. Chicken tomato and feta was always my favorite

They run, on average, 2500 to 3000 calories per. On paper, you're supposed to be issued at least two per day, but, in reality, during the invasion of Iraq, we were lucky if we got one. We were constantly outrunning our supplies. The bread is shelf-stable, so, it lasts, but, it's VERY dry. The only item worth a damn, is the cheese spread with jalapenos.

@ExUSSailor

4 ай бұрын

The coffee is AWFUL. It's typical instant.

@zacharyricords8964

4 ай бұрын

That cheese spread was how i picked my MRE if i had the option. It was great!

@m2hmghb

4 ай бұрын

that cheese spread is the most glorious thing ever made.

@bryancleary7677

4 ай бұрын

For reals! i was cool with the 1 MRE for how every many months it was till we got everything up and going. IT was the 1 liter of water a day that got to me (unless it was on of those days/missions ) i was the 63rd truck in the convoy when we invaded. went to Baghdad airport then after a few days, played hop scotch to each fob or base we made or took over. I miss it . then my 3th time their switched MOS and felt like i was on vacation. 2 man trailers, AC. fresh folded laundry 2 times a week. lived in PT's unless there was some type of battle staff or something. @Exussailor we should challenge @jono to do the MRE cracker challenge. ALL you gotta do Jono is eat both crackers in 2 minutes with no water. IF you do it and accomplish it. WHen you take your trip stateside I will PAY for 1 night at the hotel

"italian breadsticks" doesn't mean it's italian bread or made in a way that italians would make it. "italian" is a popular descriptor for a blend of savory herbs in the US including oregano rosemary thyme marjoram and basil. you can buy it pre mixed in jars that say "italian seasoning" on the label. so "italian breadsticks" implies that they are breadsticks that have some dried herb seasoning on them.

You gotta remember that these meals are made as emergency rations. When you’re muddy, tired, wet, and hungry, they really are pretty good. But we would avoid them if we could.

@garynachbauer8144

4 ай бұрын

ate 2 mre a day at ft campbell when we were doing anything in the woods, not an emergency, to be completely honest they were better than the cold orange eggs, soggy toast and bacon that was so cold the bacon slices were stuck together, i mean the bacon was still bacon but it was kinda gross

Those rations have so many preservatives that they have a shelf life of 10 years.

Those rations are civilian copies of the U.S. military. They are labled to look like the official rations. The actual military issue do not have "war fighter approved " on the label.

@christopherblake2191

4 ай бұрын

Not civilian copies, labels have changed over the years.

@SaraphDarklaw

4 ай бұрын

I saw “war fighter approved” in my MREs all the time. I used to wonder what kind of asshole thought this was good enough (referring to the pork MREs).

The Jolly guys couldn't bother to do any research. The date on the MRE's is the date they were made, not the expiration date.

@Whoozerdaddy

4 ай бұрын

I really have to force myself to watch those two, because Olly is almost intentionally disrespectful, clumsy and insulting.

@starman6280

4 ай бұрын

@@WhoozerdaddyAgreed. He seems like he is intentionally moronic.

here are some MRE videos you might like : 2018 South African 24 Hour Ration Pack MRE Review Chicken Briyani Meal Ready to Eat Taste Testing 2014 Slovak Army 24hr MRE Meal Ready to Eat Taste Test Review Emergency Food Ration Pack 1863 American Civil War Hardtack Oldest Cracker Ever Eaten Military MRE Food Review Tasting Test 1899-1902 British Emergency Ration Field Service Oldest MRE Beef Eaten Survival Food Review Test

MRE's are pretty good, but if you csn find a First Strike Ration, try that. Its got more food youre ACTUALLY likely to eat, and its a whole 24hr meal, insteal of the 3 per day MREs

The rations are good for over 15 years. The MRE's are past the best by date. Not out of date. There is a difference, at least her in the US there is.

@nullakjg767

4 ай бұрын

They can be good for 50+ years if they are in ideal storage.

Every time you do the heeey everybody it makes me think of poppy the prairie dog's wahoo. It's a complement; both are awesome

The rations, MREs aren't the greatest, but the food from the mess aboard American ships, subs, etc. is top notch.

My friends older brother was a Ranger. One time when he had leave he called home and said I'm going to cook dinner when I get home. He came in with a case of MRE's and set it on the table and said dinner is served.

One thing to consider that the MRE's are made probably 10 to 15 yrs before the guys from Jolly ate them. I have some MRE's that have a 25yr life. First time I saw Josh get sick in one of their videos lol!

Thank you my friend for another fun video I wish you a great day

You probably want to add salt to the main meal, whatever the main meal is its always gonna be like paste, heavy meal when you are hungry. I don't think I could eat something that expired 9 years ago, I hope you have a roll of toilet paper ready just in case. Take about 5 or 6 of those packages with chemical in it and put it in a 1 liter plastic soda bottle then add the water and quickly put the cap on , shake it and throw it and cover your ears, it will explode and be very, very loud, I tried it and I got the attention of a couple of deaf people, yes that loud

If you get these just remember to drink plenty of water.

The marines just dump the dried coffee packets directly in their mouth with a little water.

In 1975, I was given C rations dated Sept '47... they weren't horrible but not great.

MRE- Meals Rejected by Ethiopians was the joke back in the 80's. (During the time of the We are the world campaign)

@m2hmghb

4 ай бұрын

Yup, during their famine.

The training for the United States Navy Seals is extremely difficult. Less than 1 percent of the Naval infantry are even selected for training and of these 1 percent selected only 3 percent of them ever complete and pass the training to become Seals. This is one of the most elite fighting forces in the world.

Powdered potatoes nothing wrong with those add some hot water to them we can sit there for a bit they actually taste not bad

I got give OLLIE credit!!! He can save his joke 95% of times. & they do have big balls so let have meatballs? 😂hehe save joke

I like your videos. There is one place you should look at in Burbank Ca. It's called Porto's Bakery. You would like this place. From North Hollywood.

Pro tip... if you're too stupid to get it I. The heater bag and the heater bag is actually working. Set it onto the heater bag. It don't have to go inside the bag.... if you know you know

MREs are good they getting sickening of course. Ive had hundreds if not in the thousands and they are definitely better then people say. YOu also dont have to heat them so if you do get them and the heater doesnt work either put it in boiling water for a little bit or try it cold. Cold is still decent to

We called them "Meals Rejected By Ethiopia "

@m2hmghb

4 ай бұрын

I've heard it as everyone.

"You feel less manly when theres no naked flame". Yeah, but you feel more manly when you're not being gunted by people want to kill you, too. So i think that's a fair trade. Lol

For some reason your intro reminds me of Poppy the groundhog...

Does

These are not specifically for Navy Seals period. They are made for ALL service members forwardly deployed that cannot get a hot meal to them. Often used in training situations as well. Nothing Navy Seal about it, sorry. Also, great way to get constipated REAL damn quick - US Army Infantry Vet. 1993-2001

Yeah I was in the US army when they came out then we had to learn how to heat them up we didn't have chemical reaction to heat them up

I am still waiting for you guys to come to the U.S.. Yes, No?

Taras Kull of the Crazy Russian Hacker you tube channel has an extensive library of reacting to military rations from all over the world

try ammocan man for mre;s

You still have the address up? I'll send you a mixed box of MRE's this week

MRE Coffee is gross. It contains 6 times the caffeine of regular coffee and is very bitter.

"Navy SEAL Army rations"?

@Whoozerdaddy

4 ай бұрын

Jolly...need I say more? They used to be interesting, but Olly is turning them into a pair of dorks.

SA ratpacks sucked. Dog biscuits were the worst.

Stevemre reaction?

@Whoozerdaddy

4 ай бұрын

Let's get this out onto a tray.

@MisterRoads

4 ай бұрын

@@Whoozerdaddy nice

@Whoozerdaddy

4 ай бұрын

@@MisterRoads Nice hiss.

I'm sorry that does not look like coffee that looks like really liquidy chocolate milk

MRE's = Meals Refused by Everybody these meals replaced C-Rations (Canned) which were around during Vietnam era.