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EDC Made in the USA

EDC Made in the USA

While many of our gadgets are made in far-off lands, we still appreciate when products are made right here in the good old US of A. Our friends at Everyday Carry picked some of the best gear that comes straight from American hands, from lighters to wallets to tools.

Bagel Smart Tape Measure

Bagel Smart Tape Measure

An ingenious digital tape measure that can measure length or circumference using its retractable string, oddly-shaped paths using a roller, and distances using an ultrasonic sensor. Data can be tagged using voice memos, then sent wirelessly to an app on your smartphone.

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BottleSnapper Pocket Tool

BottleSnapper Pocket Tool
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Is that a turtle in your pocket? This nifty EDC from SevDesignWorks pops open bottles with its mighty jaws, has a flat-blade screwdriver tail, holds 1/4″ bits in its mouth, and even works as an oxygen bottle wrench. Made from solid aluminum bronze and measures about 3″ long.

Best Knives under $50

Best Knives under $50

Our friends at Everyday Carry have compiled a collection of awesome knives that won’t break the bank. There are some great ones in the bunch, like the versatile Kershaw Shuffle II, the classic wood Opinel No8, and the funky little Boker Plus Nano.

DIY Utility Cart

DIY Utility Cart

Add to this to your playlist of satisfying videos. YouTuber Dustin Penner brings out his fancy tools to make a humble cart based on the work of artist Tom Sachs. It probably takes him half a day, two clamps and three CNC machines to sharpen his pencils.

Bear for iOS & OS X

Bear for iOS & OS X

An upcoming note-taking app for iOS and OS X devices that’s lightweight yet versatile. Use it to make quick notes, to-do lists, essays, programs and more. It has essential word processing tools such as word count and saves files as plain text but can export in various formats.

Field Notes Byline Notebook

Field Notes Byline Notebook
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A limited edition 70-page reporter’s notebook. The Byline is thinner than its competitors to make it easier to hold with one hand, has a cover for its wire binding so it won’t get caught on fabric or small items, and has a pocket on its back cover for small pieces of paper.

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Restoring Old Tools

Restoring Old Tools

YouTuber Jimmy DiResta bought four neglected tools at a flea market for $1 each, then reminds us that sometimes old objects simply need a little cleaning and polishing. He spent an inordinate amount of time with the chisel handles, but we can’t argue with the results.

Deal: KeySmart Rugged

Deal: KeySmart Rugged
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The latest version of KeySmart’s handy key organizer can now hold up to 14 keys between its aluminum plates. Save 40% in The Awesomer Shop, then hit KeySmart’s website for add-ons like a bottle opener, a golf divot tool, or USB drive.

EDC of the Week

EDC of the Week

Our friends at Everyday Carry share with us the latest drops, showing off the coolest gear they have to offer. Here’s this week’s awesome load out, courtesy of EDC reader Kevin Ewald, whose loadout includes a spiffy leather Colborne Bota in lieu of a conventional flask.

Bike Wrench Bottle Opener

Bike Wrench Bottle Opener
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This handy bike tool offers a variety of wrenches, and doubles as a bottle opener so you can pop open a cold one to celebrate the end of a long ride. It holds onto steel frames or other metal surfaces using magnets. Also available in white.

From Saw Blade to Drawknife

From Saw Blade to Drawknife

John Heisz previously showed us how to take an old saw blade and turn it into a folding knife. Now he applies his craftsmanship to transforming a rusty circular saw blade into an elegant, traditional woodworking tool.

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Jetbeam/Niteye EC-R26 Flashlight

Jetbeam/Niteye EC-R26 Flashlight
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This pocket-sized flashlight only measures 4″ long, but it can crank out 1,080 lumens and a beam up to 500 feet long. Made from aerospace-grade aluminum, and is IPX-6 waterproof and impact resistant. Offers three brightness modes and recharges via USB.

Jurassic Croc Micro Tool

Jurassic Croc Micro Tool
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Off The Grid Shop’s custom made tools look like angry prehistoric reptiles. They work as a bottle opener, screwdriver, box cutter, hex wrench and pry tool, and look cool doing it. Prices vary based on materials and finishes.

EDC of the Week

EDC of the Week

Our friends at Everyday Carry share with us the latest drops, showing off the coolest gear they have to offer. Here’s this week’s awesome load out, courtesy of EDC reader Max, showing off a nifty batch of gear for his daily photographic pursuits. That Canon G5 X is ridiculously tiny.

Timahawk

Timahawk

Survival expert Tim Ralston’s latest creation is perhaps the world’s most versatile axe. The chromoly steel Timahawk is a crow bar, tomahawk, adze hammer, and all-around zombie killer, and comes with a sling pack for carrying. Also available in a deluxe Bug-Out kit.

Fix Belt Buckle Multi-tool

Fix Belt Buckle Multi-tool

Carry a multitool with you all the time, thanks to this cool belt buckle add-on that packs sets of bits and wrenches for snowboarding, cycling, or skateboarding. The tools store inside the buckle of Fix Manufacturing’s rugged All Time Belt.

Paracord Survival Bracelet

Paracord Survival Bracelet
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When fully equipped, this Superesse’s paracord bracelet conceals a huge variety of survival tools, including a kevlar saw, twine, tape, firesteel, matches, a whistle, compass, and more. Depending on your size, you’ll get 125 to 250 feet of paracord.

The Ultimate Toolbox

The Ultimate Toolbox

Richard Sink’s Ultimate Toolbox is built around a used and reinforced oil drum. It has a discreet sliding door, three concave shelves mounted on a spinning rack and four casters. The final version will be customizable.

SOG PowerPlay Multi-Tool

SOG PowerPlay Multi-Tool

This durable everyday carry is small enough to take anywhere, but packs a ton of functionality. It offers 18 total tools including screwdrivers, blades, a saw, bottle and can openers, file, wire cutter, optional hex bits, and more.

Gerber StrongArm Knife

Gerber StrongArm Knife
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This rugged, fixed blade knife has a serrated edge full-tang 4.8″ blade with black ceramic coating, and a super-grippy rubberized handle with a diamond texture. Includes a sheath that offers horizontal or vertical belt mounting, as well as MOLLE compatibility.

FutureRelic Keychain Wrench

FutureRelic Keychain Wrench
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This custom machined bronze keychain from FutureRelic sports a cool design that serves a purpose – as an on-the-fly wrench. It has openings for 12 sizes SAE and metric nuts and bolts. A knurled edge helps improve your grip. We also dig their minimal bottle openers.

Gear Aid Gear Patches

Gear Aid Gear Patches

Super sticky patches that let you repair small tears in jackets, tents and other items. They’re water- and weatherproof and are cut in a variety of decorative silhouettes, so you can also use them to personalize your gear.

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