Awesome Edc

This triangular titanium tool is small enough to carry on your keychain or inside your wallet. Among its 14 functions are a bottle opener, multiple wrenches, a wire stripper, a staple remover, a 1/4″ hex bit driver, drill guides, a box opener, and a flat-blade screwdriver. Includes a titanium split ring.

Whether it’s carried over your shoulder or as a crossbody, the waterproof Troubadour Sling Compact keeps gear organized and accessible. The main compartment is long enough for a 500ml water bottle, but the real game changer here is the quick-release Fidlock magnetic buckle that almost effortlessly latches back into place.

Wallet maker The Ridge makes this line of high-end pens designed for durability and utility. These perfectly balanced writing instruments are CNC machined with a knurled textured grip and come with a long-lasting pressurized refill. Choose from black, gunmetal, anodized, rainbow titanium, 24K gold, or carbon fiber designs.

This chic little bag makes a huge difference in keeping you organized. Instead of tossing all your EDC accessories in a backpack pocket (AKA “the black hole”), the Mujjo Tech Kit compactly carries a laptop cable, mouse, phone, phone charger, EarPods, and pen. Opens flat for easy access. For more space, try the Tech Case.

This multifunctional titanium pocket tool stands out from the crowd with a ferro rod firestarter and a waterproof cache for storing pills or driver bits. It also includes a pry bar/box opener, bottle opener, nail puller, screwdriver, and window breaker. A built-in clip makes hanging it from a belt loop or pendant easy.

We’ve recommended lots of gear and gadgets over the years, but we have to give an extra shout-out to Everyday Carry’s special product list, which celebrates exceptional EDC made by companies owned and operated by the brave individuals who help defend and protect America. Thank you for your service.

This little fixed-blade knife is ideal for slicing through shrinkwrap and opening cardboard boxes and letters. It measures just 3″ long and is made from stainless steel with handle scales made from an upcycled vinyl record or rosewood. The vinyl edition comes in classic black or a randomly-selected color.

Ant Design’s little gadget might not look like much, but it’s sure to be a useful addition to everyday life. The Q1 quick-release connector lets you easily detach and attach things like key rings and tools using a rotating magnetic mechanism that locks securely in place. It comes in aluminum, brass, or titanium versions.

This lightweight folding knife from Benchmade has an appealing orange design. Its 3.5″ clip-point blade is made from CPM-154 steel. It’s just as capable of field dressing after a hunt as it is at preparing meals. Its Grivory handle scales offer excellent grip, and its blade deploys with a no-catch thumbhole.

Never lose your stuff when you empty your pockets into this set of dump trays from The James Brand. They’re made from the same fiberglass used for school lunch and prison meal trays, so they’ll stand up to just about anything. The 8″x10″ tray features a tesselated gray pattern, while the 5″x7″ one has a black finish.

Pichi Design’s titanium carabiner clip features a mountain-shaped configuration to separate keys and accessories into two zones. It also incorporates something we’ve never seen on a carabiner before – a detachable back clip, so you can attach it in a secure position on pockets and straps.

After the end of each month, our pals Everyday Carry look back to see what gear their readers clicked on and engaged with most. The January 2023 list includes a mix of excellent accessories and tools, including the Timex Expedition Scout 40 watch and Leatherman’s teensy but useful Micra multitool.

While folding pocket knives are great for many everyday tasks, fixed-blade knives offer an uncompromising stiffness that make them ideal for hunting, whittling and other tasks that require leverage. Everyday Carry presents their favorite fixed-blade knives that fit comfortably on your belt loop or hung from a pendant.

This versatile titanium pocket tool combines a pry bar, ratcheting bit driver, bottle opener, window breaker, box opener, nail puller, and more. It also packs a metal “forever” pen, storage for two driver bits, and has a built-in pocket clip and hole for attaching a lanyard.

Olight’s bolt-action pen has a couple of tricks up its sleeve. In addition to its writing abilities, it has a green laser pointer and a tiny 120-lumen LED light in the top part of its barrel. It comes in black and limited edition purple and orange variants, and is also available in a bundle with the compact i3T flashlight.

Vital Carry is back with another neat pen design. The Mini-Bolt pen has a machined metal case with a grooved non-slip surface and a bolt-action mechanism which can be ordered left- or right-handed. The 3″ long pen accepts a Schmidt D1 ink refill and comes in bright aluminum, titanium, bronze, brass, or copper.

Each year, the shooting, hunting, outdoor, and tactical industries gather to show off their wares at SHOT Show. Everyday Carry was on hand at the 2023 Vegas show, and scoped out the best gear, from the rugged Eberlestock F5 Switchblade backpack to the unique CRKT Provoke EDC knife and the sleek Nitecore EDC27 flashlight.

The Defender P16 is designed for durability and ease of operation. It’s made from aluminum and is IP68-rated waterproof and impact resistant. If has four brightness modes up to 1800 lumens, plus a strobe mode. Its front strike bezel can break glass in an emergency and doubles as a self-defense tool. Available in gray or black.

This 3″ long tool goes anywhere and hides a retractable 1/4″ bit driver. It features a spring-loaded bolt-action mechanism and accepts any standard 1″ long bit in its magnetic bit holder. A knurled finish provides grip and style, and it comes in machined aluminum, brass, or copper.

This rugged bag is perfect for carrying everyday accessories and has space for a 13″ laptop or pro-series tablet. It’s made from waxed canvas with full-grain leather trim with metal hardware. It has an interior zipper pouch and two 6″ pockets for carrying notepads, phones, or external hard drives. Nutsac also makes a 15″ version.

The James Brand now makes some of its everyday carry gear in vibrant colors. The Bright Collection includes great tools like The Ellis, unique carabiner clips like The Mehlville, and the sharp and purposeful The Carter pocket knife. The new hues include red, yellow, and blue, as well as some items in orange or purple.

One of the most important items to have with you is a flashlight. If you get lost outdoors at night, the power goes out, or you need to work in a dark environment, a battery-powered light is your friend. Everyday Carry shares their top picks, from the keychain-friendly Nitecore TINI 2 to the military-grade Cloud Defensive MCH 2.0.

Despite its palm-friendly size, Imalent’s LD70 flashlight can blast out up to 4000 lumens in turbo mode. The light is the size of a roll of quarters and packs a CREE XHP70.2 LED and an 1100 mAh lithium-ion battery. It’s rated IPX8 waterproof at 2m and impact resistant to 1.5m, and comes in black, gold, blue, or military green.