Everyday Carry: Multi-Tiered EDC System
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“EDC” stands for Everyday Carry. It is the set of gear that a person carries on a daily basis to provide them with a certain set of capabilities that best serves their needs. Many people in society (e.g., non-Preppers) just carry a basic set of gear like a smartphone, wallet and keys. They don’t even know the term “EDC”. Preppers commonly expand upon this concept by including additional gear that provide a greater set of capabilities, such as a small knife, flashlight and a multi-tool. An EDC should be specifically designed for the intended usage needs of the individual, and not just replicated from another person’s EDC. For example, someone who lives in an urban environment may choose to EDC a USB flash drive for the storage of electronic data. Someone who lives in a rural environment would probably not have any need for an item like that, but instead might choose to carry a compass or a fixed blade knife (fine for wilderness usage, but often times illegal to carry in some US cities). In my opinion, Preppers should start off with expanding their core EDC items (e.g., wallet, phone) with a pocket size flashlight and a cutting tool (e.g., multi-tool and or folding knife), and then continue to expand their custom EDC setup from there.
I prefer to view my EDC as a multi-tiered system of gear groupings based on priority. Tier 1 represents the core EDC items that are absolutely mandatory, and pretty much standardized in modern society. Tier 2 expands upon Tier 1 by including what I like to refer to as “Prepper Tools”. These two tiers represent my basic EDC configuration that I will carry on my person 99% of the time. Tier 3 expands upon the above tiers even further by including some add-on items that are more for redundancy in addition to added capabilities that are nice to have, but not necessarily mandatory. The items included in Tier 3 also require me to have additional pocket storage space available in my clothing, such as through wearing cargo pockets or a jacket (e.g., Scottevest). If I do not have either of those options available, I usually will just store the Tier 3 items in my EDC Backpack, which could be considered Tier 4 for a Prepper’s complete system. However, this document and the companion video will just outline the items that are carried in my pockets and not in any additional bags (e.g., backpack, sling bag).
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Textbook example. We watch videos like this to find some super- picky, smart person that's a wee bit obsessive on a subject, and explains it well, yet concisely. Good job.
Gotta love how organized you are my friend. I know of no one more prepared than you are!
Thanks a bunch friend! I am so flattered that my slightly OCD organization is beneficial to people. It motivates me to continue to refine my systems and improve my presentations. We need to setup a time to talk over the phone! It's been a while. Hit me up.
I've started carrying a full 72-hour GHB for work. Tier 3 stays in vehicle, a dry bag of jungle wacking & desert clothes, & a dry bag of shelter, cooking system, water filtration & food.
In 1 minute tier 3 is in the back pack under tier 1 & 2, and I'm a wilderness hiker.
It's made taking off for weekend kayak & hiking trips seamless. Also having action-man stuff near the surface keeps it fresh in the mind, & I'm always tweaking & improving it. Improves recreational efficiency :)
Always the absolute best and most organized material on urban prepping there is. Please keep these coming.
@TheUrbanPrepper - So many close similarities in tier 1 EDC.
Watch auto winding submariner, Light Olight s1 baton, Pen a twist tac pen Fisher space pen internals, keys Pry bar Gerber Shard, Power Thrunite c2 mini 3400, Wallet nylon thin with RFID block sleeve, Cell a blu hd1 (dual sim unlocked), and knife a Kershaw Emerson wave folder. I do add a pair of reading classes in my phone case and my polarized sunglasses (Florida) in my tier 1 though. LOL
Robert Showe Thank you very much, Robert! I really appreciate your support.
I am currently "re evaluating" my edc kit. Then you post a vid on edc... this is too good to be true! Love your vids.
Perfect timing!
first time i've watched any of your vids and to be honest, i was getting a bit sick of prepping vids. non-stop knives, then some more knives and if you've just about had enough, here's a knife video with a side salad of a flashlight/torch review - with a backpack thrown in.
thought this was really interesting and full of common sense - my issue is back to one of the things that chris tanner pointed out a while ago, it's highly unlikely that you'll be near the woods if anything goes wrong, but a lot of youtubers seem obsessed with 'running to the hills' and getting the kukri out.
thanks a lot for this video. some really good practical stuff. just subbed by the way and am looking forward to watching your other youtube videos.
one of the other problems i have with 'some' (not all by any means) prepping vids is that the reviews tend to be of things way out of the ordinary person's price range, whereas you seem to be realistic in terms of usability and affordability. great stuff
thanks a lot for this - also good to see you get your kids out in the outdoors too.
Rory Byrne .
i still have the Altoids kit you gave me last year and added that Zebra expandz pen with some mini post-it nots as well as a SOG mini blade, still going strong and the Zebra fits perfect ! Thanks Urban Prepper.
jon devieon That is so cool. Thank you for the update!
I pretty much have all my edc stuff on my keychain. Car key and starter, mail box key, house key, small lighter, 2 hour battery boost for the cellphone, phillips and flat-head screwdrivers, paracord and carabiner clip. Other things I try to carry are a pocket knife, Altoids tin of band-aids and disinfectants, a pen in the shirt pocket.
I just noticed that Little Larry light when I was at the hardware store today. After your endorsement I think I will go back and buy one.
Cool! I've really liked it.
Clif, I love your videos, I've been with you for years but every time I watch one of your EDC, GHB of BOB videos my Amazon wish list grows! Great work as always my friend, all the best, Stef
Never heard of you until yesterday while watching a couple videos from Canadian Prepper. Subscribed to you last night. Good video!
Thanks for dropping by and subscribing, Joe! I hope you enjoy my upcoming videos. Canadian Prepper is awesome.
2017 is the year I finally start taking ownership of my edc. my pockets are stuffed with things I don't need and I need a revamped edc. this will help guide my decisions on what to pack.
Andrew Regalado That is great to hear, Andrew!
I really like the way he organized his edc with several tiers.
Great video!
A great EDC by the master! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Grate EDC system of Urban Life!!! I concur with you the Zippo Lighter is the way to go besaid been a classic and stylish lighter, "It can do a tail stand" making it much more capable the a regular Bic lighter!!
I've used a Bluelounge cable yoyo to keep my ear buds from being loose and free to tangle in my pocket. Also keeps them from wrapping and snaring other EDC items in my pocket. Might wanna check them out if your interested.
I always appreciate your prepper updates :)
I love that you did this video in front of the hurricane as opposed to the space needle or something like that.... the hurricane is, well was, a Seattle classic
7:30 Regarding the Zippo, I upgraded mine to a butane insert. No more worries about the fuel evaporating over time.
Ive just been informed that "All American prepper" takes issue with your overly practical and realistic EDC strategy and is applying his unrivaled expertise to doing a critical review that will be hosted on my channel (I have no choice Im being held at gunpoint!).
LMAO!!! I can’t wait to see the critical review, no matter how much it damages my self-esteem. The Canadian Prepper’s channel is supposed to be a safe space! TRIGGERED!
I asked him to keep it civil but he said that he wont be pulling any punches and will harnessing his decades of experience earned hiding from the IRS in the backwoods of a location he refuses to disavow.
TheUrbanPrepper oh no he didn't! haha
Canadian Prepper looking forward to it. I differ with Cliff as well, but that's normal? We all live in different areas, different ages and experiences, incomes along with jobs and families, etc... so I really don't know how this is going to be enlighten BUT hopefully it's Infotaining, haha.
PrepperAgenda Just for fun not serious
Great vid as usual, you are the king of practical EDC. I have copied you pretty much to the T, have carried your urban edc tin for a couple of years, thanks for being so real and doing such great and informative videos, you provide a great service, thanks again from Victoria B.C.
You have the best videos for all my edc and bug out stuff. You have given me great ideas thanks for all the hard work you put into your vids.
Thank you so much, Troy!
Wonderful video! Shared this to my Facebook group. Very well thought out.
Irish Zombie Nation Wow! That is really nice of you. Thank you.
if you don't smoke and don't use your Zippo very otter put a ranger band on it (cut bike intertube) it reduces evaporation very well
Noob Tactical Great tip! Thanks!
another great vid. I really like the tired system or organizing. Being a purse carrying female, I have my purse organized as a EDC. My tire 1 is a zippered wallet that can be used alone.
Another great video. this channel has been my inspiration for putting together my current edc pak. thank you
Robert Reynolds That is really flattering. I'm happy my videos have helped you.
An enjoyable watch as ever Cliff.
Thank you so much!
TheUrbanPrepper No problem Cliff, I have been thinking about contacting you, but wasn't sure. You were going to send me one of the colours of prepping kits, but it didn't arrive. I felt very rude chasing something that was a generous gift, and that's not what I am doing, primarily, I didn't want you to think I haven't thanked you upon its arrival - it's a no win situation :)
Love your channel! I hope I'm not the only female that likes to prep.
Very well discussed and I think that is a great baseline to re-evaluate my own EDC and EDC bag. Thanks for the video.
you are the best...... saludos desde Ciudad de México, México
Thank you so much, Alejandro!
Man! A Bone Breaker keychain would really step up your tier 1 gear! hit me up!
i appreciate your videos. At work I have you or CP playing in my office. Keep it up.
My goodness, I had no idea that a man's pockets could contain these kinds of jewels! The money you've spent here, is unimaginable! Though, i will say, it was all well spent. God bless you and may peace walk with you
Haha. Thanks Rev Sue! Yeah, I have lots of goodies.
Makes me think of those SotteVests. It might be comfortable come this winter. Take care my friend
Nice video, always interesting to see what little changes you make to your systems.
Looks great. For a Leatherman, I've found the Skeletool (CX) rather great, after switching from a Victorinox some years ago. The short blade, pliers, and the screwdriver cover some 99% of my needs. The only thing that I'm missing a bit is scissors. I've been carrying it nerdily in a belt holster, which nicely fits also the super-great bit set and a Led Lenser P3 flashlight. Zippos are rather annoying in that the gasoline evaporates, so it's usually been dry when I've needed it. I suppose that's not a problem if you need it daily. One useful item that I've mentioned earlier is a thin but strong string loop.
I have watched most of your RUclips video’s for some time now, and have implemented many of your prepper organization tools. Thanks for all the great work! During you last video you had mentioned you were going to work on “software that preppers can use offline”. I look forward to see what your “offline software” video has to offer. Keep up the good work.
Awesome, you Sir are an inspiration!
Love the tiny hands shuffling Daddy's edc 😀
Thanks for watching! Yeah, she really wanted to help with this video.
Nice and must have things u have mentioned. Love it👌
You may also want to look into a PHLster Flatpack Tourniquet Carrier to hold the CAT or SOFT-T. An ankle holster medical kit is another option to keep trauma stuff off your belt or pockets. I'm still trying to figure out which model may be best for that though.
Like it, especially the difference/cutt off between the tiers and whether or not you carry them and how ... not entirely like my EYP and EDC divide (Empty Your Pockets vs Every Day Carry) but still the gist is there ... also like that you decided to carry a lighter.
Awesome video Cliff! We share many of the same edc items. For the Zippo, I'd recommend a Thunderbird Butane insert. I've been using one for a while in my zippo and you can barely tell a difference--other than the fact that you aren't refilling your lighter all the time.
Thanks for the recommendation, Steven! I'll check it out.
great to see you again!
Rauschebart It's great to be back. This video took me a while to complete. Huge load off my chest.
Another great video, thanks for the rundown. I really need to redo my EDC one of these days.
TheJimtanker Thanks for watching!
You should really put up some amazon affiliate links, you would make a lot of money. Everyone else does it!
Well organized, very nice review video of your previous videos! Keep up the good work!
Very good EDC and info!
Thanks a bunch!
Great video. I think you have it all covered. For me, I always have my sunglasses, chapstick and pepper spray handy wherever I go. Thank you for the video, I like all of your ideas.
Thanks Jade! What pepper spray model are you using?
+TheUrbanPrepper Damsel in Defense Red Hot pepper spray. It's compact and can be hooked on to your key ring.
Canadian Prepper suggested your channel
Thanks for dropping by, Amalia. Canadian Prepper is great!
Could you post a video sharing some of your Urban Prep Success Stories, e.g. (times when your EDC or Home Prep came in handy and saved the day or maybe your most used prepper gear)? I have a couple 1) gorilla tape wrapped around a pen I travel with saved an air mattress leak on the road that could have really sucked for my 4 yr old. a 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable I keep in my car saved a party :-)
Good idea
Get a couple of extra zippo flints and store them under the refill pad in the zippo. Saved me quite a few times.
hey UrbanPrepper! i realised that you like the look and feel of the zippo that you have, but do not like refilling it so often, i remembered a while back i saw an ad that explained that they had zippo inserts for most lighters of zippo brand that were pressurized instead of soaked so they lasted about two to three months instead of a week
Any thoughts of switching to a mechanical (automatic) watch? Mine loses time slowly but as long as I keep moving (and it keeps working) it should keep decent time forever. I've also looked into the citizen eco drive as a middle ground. It's my next buy.
The Wunderkey or Keybar would easily slim down your keys, saves having them all loose and bulky.
That S2 fits nicely in the watch pocket on your jeans
Jokeal It does. I used to store it there before the Zippo along with a pocket flashlight.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Your videos are awesome!
You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.
your daughter is way too cute!!! I like the way you did this
Kaylynn Strain Thank you! She really wanted to be in more of the footage. :)
awesome video, as all ways.
some minor changes from the last time, still rocking the S2. The best EDC tool of them all.
Great video! I love your organization method, and I'm not ashamed to say I "borrowed" a lot of it! Thank you! What's your EDC bag looking like these days?
sansreazon Thanks! It's slimming down a lot and becoming more modularized. It's transforming into its own tiered system in itself. Stay tuned!
I guess that everyone's concept of "EDC" is different. For me it is items that I take all places (locations) with me everyday. I look at my EDC as not only convenient items to have on my person (like phone, keys, multi-tool, small flashlight), but also items that I do not want to leave in my vehicle because of weather considerations. I carry a small bag with me daily... in it I carry things like all of the batteries for equipment in my vehicle get-home kit, a 2 liter water supply, battery banks, small amount of food items (foil meat products, breads, snack bars, etc), an android pad, wall charger for phone and pad. My concept is not to leave items in my vehicle that may susceptible to long duration of heat or cold. This bag comes into my workplace with me, into the church with me, and of course, back into my house at the end of the day. If I will be at a location for longer than 45 minutes, I have the bag with me. If I'm simply stopping somewhere to do a bit of shopping, or at a restaurant, etc... it can stay in the vehicle for these short durations. For me, my "EDC" always incorporates things on my person, as well as those "considered items" from my vehicle get-home kit.
get a thunderbird torch insert for the zippo stops evaporation and is a lot more efficient and useable
great chanel love ur aproach at edc
Hey, check the survival bandanas that you can make or order. Is like having a foldable map with several instructions. you could even customise yours into a map of the city, personal info or anything else that you find usefull
Also CONDOMS man... so many uses for condoms.
At 10:13 you're talking about how you like the buff hat to prevent sunburn and protect your head. During this you can see your kid with nothing on his head.. 😬
It kind of brings up something I've been thinking about a lot lately which is I need gear for more than just me.
Thank you for this video! You have given me so many ideas! Thank you, Sir! - Jeremy
LearningToBePrepared Thanks for watching, Jeremy! I hope all is well.
5:26 The Hand! :-o
6:22 I've got a Thrunite Ti3 (twist), but I've been considering getting a Ti5 or a T10 (both clicky). Now that you've mentioned the accidental activation problem, I'll probably go on carrying the Ti3.
9:25 I've got one of those made from PET bottle fibers - the fabric looks and feels like a mixture of cotton and synthetic fibers. The problem is that it's a "one size fits most" and I just so happen to be outside that "most" category :-/
Being of Japanese descent, my head is larger than the average adult male -I've had a lot o trouble looking for a hat my size, and only found one that fits from Tilley (Canadian company)-, so I wasn't particularly surprised when I found out the PET buff was too small on my head or around my neck.
LOL! Baby Prepper made a few cameos during the filming of this video.
Great video as always.
Excellent information. Thanks!
You should make an Altoids edc and see how long you can last in the woods with it. If that be one night, two nights, three nights, or a whole week. I think that would be a good video.
Very nice video, full of lots of information.Good job. Going to make my own IFAK based on tour kit. Thanks for the video, keep up the good work. I also see that the Leatherman juiceman has been used well. Like the new one !
i love that space pen o have 2 and they work every time 💖
Awesome EDC system! I think I will add a few of your suggestions. I should do my own EDC video because its been a few years since I did one and I have completely changed a lot of what I am carrying. As far as knives and multitools, I am carrying a Spyderco Para 2 in my right pocket and a Weatherman Wave clipped in my let pocket. I have a mini AAA Maratac flashlight with a very small and flat knife attached it it and each of these items has a tritium fob. The reason for the tritium is in case I lose any and all of these items in the dark, I can easily find them. I carry my smartphone in a Nite Ize horizontal holster and there is an extra flat pocket in it and in that pocket I have a flat mini trauma kit and a few flat tools in a velvet like card pocket slip. Its texture minimizes the possibility that it could slip out accidentally. I have other items on my keys too. But no charger cables and no power backup, which seems like an obvious good idea. I would like to know if the power bank can do any other double duty, like, could it power something else, other than a phone? Do they make a power bank that has a battery compatible to your Four 7's light? That seems like it might be a good idea too. But Anke might not have that cell...
traderjoes Thanks for the detailed comment with your EDC info! I mainly use the Anker for charging my phone, but I've used it for small electronics and flashlights before.
Dude your everywhere
My EDC starts with the 5.11 Tactical pant with two front Knife/Cellphone pockets the SOG Trident w/Seatbelt Cutter (does not need to be open to be useful)(fits very deep in the pocket) and a Fenix 18650 battery LED flashlight (great collector of DNA). And instead of the hated "Nutnfancy" fanny pack, I wear a light weight nylon vest w/pockets by Guide's Choise from Sportsman warehouse. My EDC shirt when I leave home is the Long Sleeve Carhartt w/Shirt Pocket EDC: Streamlight Stylus LED flashlight, Maxpedition tactical pen that uses the Fisher Space Pen Refill and a black Sharpie fine point felt point pen. and the other shirt pocket sometimes carries two CD V-742's... And my Go Bag/Get Home Bag (too small for a Day Pack) is the Maxpedition Laptop Backpack bag (set up to be VA, TSA and school friendly) that fits a 17" or smaller laptop and the large inside pocket fits Backpack DIJ Level IIIA Dyneema Armor www.man-pack.com , two moral patches-low key American Flag and an Owl Patch, three (3) Flat Pack N95 mask per TUP, IFAK, tethered to the front Large D-Ring is the Nutnfancy rape Fox40 whistle on a retractable I.D. Tether and more EDC items ! My digital watch EDC is up-Dated to 24-Houre Mode, a NATO black non-tactical Watchband and a name brand Suunto button compass from REI. Thank you for the video ! tjl
A couple of points about the medical supplies you carry. First off I'd throw the CPR shield away. They're useless. I'd also do a little reading about the use of hemostatic gauze and the tourniquet. The need to be properly applied to work effectively. Improper use could actually be detrimental to the person you're trying to help.
Great video and a well thought out system! :)
I've waited so long for this!
Me too! :)
Looks like the bottle opener on the Bruiser can drive screwdriver bits. What's that back end opening on it? The one you've got the keyring going through.
Can you do a video where you show how you wear all this gear? Also for anyone interested, you can get a cheap key bar; cut it down to just one side. That got ride of a lot of the bulk on my keys. Check out the Brigade Quarter Master tweezers. They are tiny and work great.
Chapstick! I can't leave the house without it
Owen G. yep chap stick is better than cat oil. (reference to " The Book of Eli")
Owen G ....a tube of Carmex also.
I have one on me in the house also lol
My EDC has expanded a bit as well, but it's mostly the same as before (dump zone and stuff). but since it's winter I'm wearing a jacket that stores a bunch of stuff e.g. a small water bottle, a notepad and pen, chopsticks for any occasion, and then some. And I bought a Leatherman Micra as a small tool I can carry in places where you shouldn't carry tools let alone blades. I do want some of the stuff you have, like the altoids tin and the mini first aid kit. I can't seem to find the right parts, but I can't even find a USB stick... ah well
Thanks TUP!
Jason Allen You're welcome! Thanks for watching the video.
Would you consider, building and selling the Altoids EDC Kit ? Looks awesome.
That Buff tho 😂
Very nice video, I've been planning on upgrading my EDC to something very similar to your setup.
let's keep it going!
Kik Stark I'm slowly chipping away on our little joint collaboration. We should probably sync again soon.
man i bought like 30 of those knockoff suspension clips. i LOVE them.
i like that movado a lot. very nice! i wear a tissot prc200 i got as a gift.
my s5 screen died so i bought a note5 off of my sister since she still owed t mobile and wanted a different phone. its got the otterbox on it. TALK ABOUT POCKET HOG. this thing is huge! i may try to find a different case.
have you seen that new foursevens mini?!?!? the mk II. very nice pocket clip on it.
i actually have one of those knockoff tec suspension clips on my juice s2. i am a huge fan of the skeletool too though and own 3 of them as well as the bit kit and extender. i recently started pocket carrying the bit kit. want to carry the extender as well...might try it in the wallet.
i need to get a pen. gotta remember to add that to my amazon.
really great stuff! id like to get a mini medi for carry. i really like that
Congrats on 100k subs keep up the great videos
Thank you so much!
I messaged you in FB. If you get a chance I'd love to have that pdf. It doesn't work. I read through the rest of the comments and I'll try the minimed vid link. Great job, this EDC vid is premier. Every year or so I re-evaluate my EDC and this came at a great time. Making your recommended adjustments. Thanks!!
PDF link didn't work for me, either. Glad you let him know.
Terrific as usual.
Debra Kennedy Thank you Debra!
I love Zippos but I hate refilling them. Might I suggest a butane insert for your Zippo. You don't loose fluid do to osmosis so it'll always be ready. Just search for "butane insert" in Amazon and any will work.
Always look forward to your EDC vids. Do you still have the mini-magnets glued to your Altoids kid items to avoid rattle?
Thanks! Yes, my Altoids kit still has lots of magnets attached. I'm really happy with the setup.
Good video 👍🏼
I'm surprised you haven't moved to the ThruNite C2 battery pack/charger for more versatility. It's basically the same size as that Anker model but has replaceable batteries (one 18650 or two 16340), so it can be used to charge USB devices and as a battery charger for flashlight cells.
You're probably in the middle of a 4 month test period before you put it in the regular EDC line up ;-)
Amazing EDC, as expected, BTW.
Nice setup
Just came across your video. Saw you with the baby on your back with no head cover. Children can be fussy about that. You could use an umbrella for sun cover for hikes. Just popped into my head so had to share.
Great vid. I paid 1800 for my Movado and it was stolen. So I bought a used one off eBay to replace it for 300 bux. A few days ago I got pissed cause my dad stole my shit so I threw my watch at the wall and it went threw the wall and is now down inside somewhere. So someday someone is gona find it. That will be cool. It's not the same as my original Movado. The wall can have it.
Any chance of just uploading the PDF as in your previous videos? I can't access it on media fire. Thanks for the great work!
Given that you would like to carry a refillable lighter, may I suggest Maratac's peanut lighter?
Hey - how'd you find the little USB cable? I've burned through a handful of cheap cables that just seem to stop working after a while - is the one you use any good? Cheers, James
Love the Feed! Keep it up!
EDC Coffee Co.
Thanks for your videi. It's a good idea to think about EDC as a tiers system.
But there Is one thing I am missing. Surgical gloves or some kind of one-use only gloves. I would use them (and I already did) if I help someone with bleeding injury or helping for example homeless people back on their feet. It's also useful when you change tire on your car or repair your kids bike on the go. I have one pair in my tier 1 and one pair in tier 2.
Good comment. I've always had nitrile gloves included with my first aid and EDC bags, so I've never thought about including them as part of my on-person EDC. Do you work in the medical field?
I am a firefighter, so that is probably the reason why I see opportunities when to use them. And I can also see a lot of homeless people around so I want to protect myself from any disease. And I also think about a some small disinfection in my "tier 2 EDC". When there is no chance to wash hands.
12:05 I hate that multi tool, I bought one while I was in the army and the very first time I used it I batoned the knife with a soft wet stick one time and the blade snapped like it was made of glass. Though I think mine was the larger version. The skeletool I believe it was called.
Great video, though I did have one question. How do you keep your Zippo's fuel from drying out? I used to carry a Zippo (because let's face it, they are much nicer and the flame is much more...vigorous than a Bic) but since I don't smoke, and living in an urban/suburban environment myself, whenever I DID have cause to use my Zippo, I would discover that the fuel had evaporated.
I just have to refill mine every 4-5 days or so. Kind of a pain though.
Ah, that makes sense. Also, while I have you, THANK you for your that IFAK video. I am going to build some of my own. I've always enjoyed your vids on first aid related items, since that is an area where I've never been strongest. Keep up the excellent videos, I am a huge fan.