This is my first viewing of your videos. I thank you for giving a great presentation. Your diction was clear and your demeanor was calm and professional. Keep-up the good work. Thanks, cg..
The Write in Rain Paper Pad is I believe made of Tyvek. .And it doesn't give off Flame like Paper Paper. It Tends to Melt while having a Minimal Flame.
My iPhone 8 Plus & wallet (just a Vans Cordura) Watch: Seiko SKX007 or G-Shock Knife: Benchmade 940-1 or Spyderco Natura Light: Fenix LD30 & Nitecore Tini 2 Tool: Leatherman Squirt (Thinking about adding a Bond soon) Zippo electric handwarmer, sometimes IFAK (or boo-boo kit), sometimes 3000lumen heavy tactical light (if need actual mission critical flashlight), microfiber cloth, and Apple Airpods.
I've a fairly rural life. When I EDC my Huntsman in the more woodsy for whatever reason, it's with a too pricey TI canteen/kit which holds my old 2nd/3rd gen. Leatherman multi tool. Quite rare needing more tools/do dads than those hold. But I do grab a bottle of water if just driving 5 or more miles. ~ Corkscrew vs Philips Huntsman: I'm not a fan of the T positioned Philips, but iyam a fan of getting a little knot out of cord. So, why I choose to pair it with an old Leatherman which has near an actual Philips 'n tip looks hardened. ~~ And heck, once or thrice annually open wine with it to get a check on how one's strength is doing. Might be a kick in the pants needed to morning reps again twixt teeth/coffee routine? (-; I've been using 35.00 range Timex Ironman watches for eons. Decent watch, and as long as I can recall the button configuration is pretty much the same. I've been tempted with G-Shocks but bouncing back and forth with buttons config., may drive me cwazy a bit. One or the other brand? I gave up carrying a wallet back late seventies after I temp. lost it just after cashing my paycheck. (some lady returned it to me) yay! Paracord on my wrist I don't think so. I feel sweat will end up getting it smell like mildew after awhile. ~ Heck, a 500/1000' roll of chosen can just stash in the auto. I've been pocketing a Benchmade Griptillian full size since 2010(154CM steel days) and got the missus the pink mini "she loves" in her purse. Decent light weight knives. Eyeballin' your list of vids you've not really a vid for larger fixed blades fav'd if so. Bugout to where? Not Central Park NY fer crikey. My brother got our father's WW2 fighter(I can't recall if I ever looked if is a Kabar or Camillus). So I got a new USMC Kabar. Not the best for strength/abuse, but light and so easy to re-sharpen in the field. Even if had to use the longer part of any gun barrel? Fahhh, stropping is leather. ~ I've a post military contract Camillus I found stuck in a tree I use as a garage knife. I resharpen that with my grandfather's chef's steel rod...it's a bald rod. Four/ten minutes I'll get it shaving hairs again. EDC torch?: I got an Olight i1R2 keyring jobbie in a bundle I small Alu. carabiner to my beltloop. ...Since, I got an i1R2 Pro in bright orange as a freebie with my order for a Warrior Mini2. lol, bright orange on my hip is my only bling(orange carabiner too). The Pro is a tad too much for a keyring, but 'binered to loop it's great. 5 lumens for 12 hours suits most my needs and very handy as always there. If I need a high blast for a bit, high is 170LM. ~ eep! Did I babble on 'er what? Keep yer power dry MX.
P.S. lotsa folks out here talking bugout this/that. Some of as a stash in one's vehicle. ~ Not once have I read/heard of anyone mentioning a lopper. Fiskars makes a very lightweight 15" anvil type lopper with geared jaws for branch size adj. if needed. Mine at the proverbial 10 year mark about now is still fine and dandy. When I use it iken slide it into rear back pocket vs setting it down for hands free. So what of that?: Say whiteout snow or ice to an unrecoverable ditch boo boo, rural wood/farmland...but trees whacked/left, and can kinda see farmhouse lights half click off. hmm, minus 5°/ or change story a tad... Only way to Maybe get the farmer's attention is setting whole of vehicle on fire...hoping for WTF is that? (Btw, I was just wondering if a burned out vehicle is a better shelter right side up or upside down...boom?) axe/hatchet, folding saw to get up enough kindling for fast as can fire, or the short lopper that can in two minutes? ..tinder can be made by scraping your jeans, jeans hem cut up, same for parts of seats, etc. I'd go for the lopper that can 1"+ with know how. yoiks! ima doing it again! (-: If knows a bit of concealment; umm like say a burned out vehicle shell nobody saw the intense flare of...dimmit! Nobody speaks of simple 500fps airsoft 1911 and say a pound of wild bird seed. (yes it will, up to a squirrel) Twenty min. after yer arse goes numb, nature forgets you're there. ~ sparrow kabobs?
Great video. I’m a big fan of Swiss Army knives and even have the victorinox swisstool. I would also recommend a headlamp with a red light function. The red light helps with light pollution when you don’t want to be detected and keeps bugs from swarming your face
the huntsman has been my goto pocket knife for nearly 40 years I have over 30 of then in various colors with parker pens ,watch bands and wallets to match,,
Dude, you said you're in TX right? Where is your gun? We are a permitless state. Unless you are prohibited possessor, there's no good reason not to carry. Great video otherwise.
it's a solid list I agree with it and I'll explain my choices Knife: I generally prefer full size(3.5in) or larger and I'm a fan of crossbar locks Pen: I've settled on Zebra pens for mix of quality and lower price since I have had some stolen by coworkers currently use a modified sarasa with an ultra fine tip ink barrel. I keep a stash of dollar store note pads around. Watch: I'd prefer a water resistant timex expedition however I'm wearing a samsung watch. Flashlight: this one I am all over the place I prefer a light with multiple modes and preferably a moonlight mode. I also prefer a clip I can attach to my hat (which is always part of my edc) for hands free operation. Then there's batteries or rechargeable with a battery option I can just drop in a new one and keep rolling if I drain a rechargeable then its out of action for however long it takes to recharge it. Multitool: currently I'm carrying a leatherman surge that has served me well with it's 2 knife blades, scissors, pliers and bit kit.. Wallet and cash: I'm using a "ridge" like wallet to carry a few cards and a money clip for cash which I usually keep a 20 dollar bill or 2 just in case. Cordage: I keep some 550 and 1100 cord in my vehicle too. Lighter: This another undecided choice for me I carry and prefer a butane torch and I have a habit of buying value packs of bic and/or scripto (do you know the scripto hack?) lighters that I keep a few in various jackets and in our vehicles. I like bics for "just in case " it runs out of fuel I can still use the flint for a spark. Battery bank: much like you I have them all over the place too along with a charger cord or 2 for phones and flashlights. Water bottle: I prefer steel water bottles because worse case I can boil said water for a variety of reasons such as purification, cooking, ect. Hat: Preferably a baseball style which has a bill stiff enough to support a small flashlight for hands free operation, provide shade for my eyes on sunny days, and as a handle to fan flames as I'm building a campfire which can happen often while I'm fishing throughout the year in Delaware. Gloves: I always have a pair or 2 of work gloves in my vehicles for duties such as collecting firewood, changing a tire during cold weather, and other tasks. This is my lineup. What do you think?
@@williamyoung369 thanks it's been evolving so something could change over time. right now I'm liking flashlights with a magnetic or flat tail end for tail standing.
My Fathers rule on cash was to NEVER carry any in your wallet. Keep it your front pocket of choice and always keep the small bills on top so that's all that people see when you have to pull out. The change goes in the opposite pocket and thats what you use until it runs out. If you can you put a twenty under the sole of your shoe...Both if possible
That's exactly what I do when travelling. A lot of places worth visiting have many pickpockets about, and you don't want everyone to know exactly how much cash you have on you. Additionally, the front pocket is much harder to pick than the back one.
Semper Fi, Devil Dog! I was surfing the tube and came across your channel and just hit the sub button. You've got a great channel and I always like to see my fellow Leathernecks thriving in this space. The one thing that I've recently changed in my EDC, due to receiving it as a Christmas gift from my wife, is the watch. I have forever worn a Casio ProTrek for hiking but now I have the apple watch and I really like all of the fitness stuff + weather + stock quotes, etc, but I know it is dependent on the net being up. I'll probably just put the ProTrek in my vehicle bag just in case. Looking forward to diving deeper into your content. Keep Rockin'
A decent hanky. Wipe sweet, cleans phones and glass. Control bleeding. At a pinch a mask. Not just for covid, smoke, dust etc. On another note. I never hear anyone say this good reason for carrying a knife, cutting seat belts. Hear me out. I work for the Ambulance in another country. I take the calls. Atypical western nation. I have had a few calls over the years where seats can get jammed as do seat belts after an accident. Doing CPR or trying to control bleeding on someone caught in a car is a nightmare. Even though I can't direct you to do so, but cutting clothing sometimes can help. And the amount of lives that could have been saved if someone had a torch. Anyhow. In my country edc is not big and in most states in my country carrying a knife is illegal. I do for those reasons though.
I think it's a pretty competent list but I gotta say I find the idea that every "real man" should carry all of this a bit silly. The whole point of EDC is to freely customize it to your specific needs and if for example you already know you'll never look at a watch it doesn't make much sense to wear one just so nobody will question your masculinity lol. I personally don't carry a dedicated pocket knife since the one in my multi tool does the trick just fine and I'd rather have some additional space for first aid stuff (which imo is the only truly essential part of an EDC kit) like hand sanitizer, band aids and pain meds. However, like I said I think the list itself is pretty good and certainly gives people who are new to the concept of EDC an idea on where to start.
I agree. Excellent list! My state has virtually no knife laws. I carry a decent fixed blade, a Tops HOG 4.5 in a Red Hill kydex. I carry a Leatherman Wave+, and yes, the scissors are awesome. Zip ties to finger nail clippers, the scissors come in handy. I got tired of needing a flashlight to find a flashlight, so I carry a Fenix PD36R. My watch is a Casio GShock Mudmaster. Indestructible, functional. I also have a backpack I carry with me everywhere. It is a Mystery Ranch Two Day Assault. It has everything I need to spend an unexpected night in the woods or away from home, and useful things from an IFAK to phone charger, notepad, knife sharpener, batteries, p-cord, a folding saw, a Nalgene and carabiner, a small screwdriver set for fixing glasses or other small items, ect My wife calls it my purse. She makes fun sometimes, but it has saved our asses. When she gets a migraine, she isn't laughing when I am able to just pull out a little first aid kit and grab some Excedrin. I was a Boy Scout, and I have tried to be prepared for most situations since I was a boy. I started with a Swiss Army knife and a Timex when I was about 7. When any of my friends need something, from tweezers to a Sharpie, they ask me first.
What a good video! A lot of younger men should watch this. Also, your list is super solid. Two additional things that I EDC are chapstick (in addition to helping your lips, it can be used as fire tender) and a pocket-sized container with my daily meds. Thanks again for sharing your videos.
Good list. I also carry a chapstick and a small pillbox (with Benadryl, ibuprofen and excedrin). A multitool with a blade is good, so instead of the redundancy of another folding knife, I like a small fixed blade for self defense. My favorite is the Kabar TDI Investigator. It’s very concealable, comfortable & gets the job done. Also, with a bunch of stuff in pockets, it’s helpful to wear pants with extra pockets like 5.11 tactical jeans (extra hip pocket on both sides).
Good video. I'm with you on everything here, and it's nice to see someone else think about cordage. I used to carry 550 but it was just too bulky for any real usable length. Now I use commercial Singer sewing machine bobbins which hold about 50 feet of 250 pound test braided fishing line. It's just a little thicker than the guts of 550 but about half as strong as 550 in a much smaller package that's about 1.5 inches in diameter and a half inch thick bobbin. Fits on my keychain easily. Keep up the great work.
I really prefer usb-rechargeable flashlights for edc, because you can always have a full battery by just topping it off. For keychains, the Nitecore Tube is great… super lightweight, great UI, different colors, $12. For a larger edc (18650 size), the Olight Warrior Mini 2 is great (it’s a hybrid edc-tactical light with a nice deep carry clip). I prefer the aluminum over the titanium for the lighter weight. Olight has sales every month or two, so always wait for a sale!
Excellent list man, first time coming across your channel so definitely subscribing. Some extras i have in the car: - Headache tables, nothing like having your head exploding and no meds I also have some other meds - Bandana, just in case there is a fire and i need to cover my mouth - Emergency sowing kit - Just some needles, thread and button, this is for when i get to an interview/function and my button pops off - Mint Gum - To help with coffee breath when at a interview/function On me, i carry: Pocket Knife, Pen, Flashlight, small multitool, prybar, bandana/rag
Handgun (G19 or G43X), at least an extra mag, knife, maze, wallet, phone, headphones, regular black watch, & glasses. That's it. That's a Real Man's EDC. Other than that, get a fckg 👛. 😂😂. You don't need a pad, a pen nor a fancy "smart" watch, nor anything else.
Excellent EDC video, great insight! Pen and paper is actually a *really* useful one. I keep a pad of sticky notes in a slimline metal case w/ a couple short pencils. Pencil won't fail like pen, can easily sharpen with my knife.
outside of a few differences, this pretty much covers what I carry daily. In the gear, I carry I balance between price and performance. I also know that the different capabilities within the same gear type will sway me one way or the other. Due to where I traveled for work I had to tailor my EDC to both urban and rural areas. While Nalgene bottles are great pieces of kit. You would need a nesting cup to boil water. I have a 1qt keen canteen stainless steel bottle that gives me more capabilities. I went with a solid tac pen that could be used for defense along with a window-breaking tip on it. The one area where I downgraded was in my single-blade folder. Too many of my nicer knives are now the property of the local police. They wanted it so they took it. Besides if I have to use my knife for self-defense am I really going to want it back. The only things I would add are a set of polarized safety glasses, a pair of clear safety glasses, and a handcuff key. Anything else should be added to bigger kits like a BOB or a GHB.
Been there , traveled around , .😁😃😳🐶. why I carry" throw aways." Leave my buck at home, (to debone the turkey for thanksgiving) a $20 carbon steel works fine, home depo, walmart , ozark tral. Army surplus store, Found clone cold steel Spartans on wish for $20 . at 1am use burn card , geen dot ect , be patient they use us mail. You can't peel a cucumber with a dull knife, (mom always said , eat your vegetables.) SC gave it back, just be honest and get frisked. Cleveland Ohio disarms you, then sends you home. Not a fan of tracking technoligy, 😳 if you get those "watches" that track you ,some will call the police. Or emts with position automatically if your pulse gets low. Good and bad. Like 😁 the adility to boil water, am an outdoorsmen, fishermen, hunter. A cube of roman in your trunk could be usefull.
Ear plugs, knife with glass breaker, bourbon, first aid kit, blanket, fire starter, candle, matches, canned food, jumper cables, battery pack, truck gun, sidearm, tarp, paracord. Also, my wallet is a Tumi minimalist, can’t scan your info. Oh, toilet paper and disposable gloves.
I suggest a watch with a barometer, altimeter and thermometer. I like to fish and hunt and that really helps. A $40 Casio does all that. plus timer, stopwatch, alarm, etc.
OK, you got me with this title bro. watching intently..I have HIGH expectations.. Edit: so looks good! some notes...the I5R is a massive upgrade not just on recharge, but also has way better run times, with every type of battery. The cordage thing...ok, I agree, but now we are talking car and bag, which could be a series of vids by itself. A really cool way to carry cordage is to make it into a key lanyard. I need to check out that Thunderbird Insert! loving my zippo insert..but you make a really good point about seeing the fuel.
I would certainly carry a CAT 7 Tourniquet, possibly two (2) of them. Especially, since I do carry a GLOCK 19. However, Sir, your presentation was well received. Thank you. Oscar (out)
Good EDC items! One thing that I carry that alot of people don't, Is an Ankle IFAK. In the little kit I have a TQ, Sharpie, Z-Fold Gauze, 2 Chest Seals, Quic-Clot Gauze, and a few small Bandages. I feel that everyone should know at least how to use a Tourniquet and have one either on their person or in their vehicles. You never know if you will pull up on the scene of an accident or anything else that would require some way to stop major bleeding. Always good to have. It can save your life or someone else's life!
@@VishalRaoOnRUclips I would research the actual pouch that fits your needs then fill it with supplies for your individual needs. North American rescue is a good place for medical supplies, if you carry a firearm the CAT7 TQ is a must have. Sourcing the medical supplies separately is always cheaper than buying a complete kit.
Pretty much what I keep on the daily for EDC but I have an extra item that could be very useful. I keep a HAM radio as well. But any kind of FRS, GMRS radio will do. Most HAM radios will also work on those services as well. I am a licensed Armature Radio Operator with the call sign K4EBB. But FRS needs no license and GMRS also requires a license but no testing, just pay the fee and your good to go. In a grid down situation an analog radio requires no power grid for communications. And another item that could be useful as well is a pocket SHORTWAVE RADIO to receive information in a grid down situation. Just make sure it has a SSB function so you can listen in on the HAM bands in HF ( HIGH FREQUINCY ) modes
Imagine my surprise to find out that I'm a man! My husband will be disappointed 🤣 🤣 🤣 Been carrying all of those things for most of my life (well, aside from the power bank since cell phones & easily rechargeable items came along later in adulthood.) always carrying a multitool as well as a lighter wrapped with gorilla tape have served me well over the years. From equipment set-up at work when a screwdriver or pliers are needed to minor first-aid needs where duct-tape has been a literal life-saver. The vast majority of those things (as well as my CCW) are all carried on my person because purses can get stolen so gentlemen, please encourage the women in your lives to carry EDC on their person too!
I forgot to mention that it is a good idea to keep a good fire extinguisher in your car. Okay, you won't go hiking through the woods with it, but campfires can get too big, and auto engine fires do occur. Being able to save your car before that small gas leak from the fuel rail becomes a major conflagration is better than watching your ancient Caddy go up in flames. You might also help a stranger. Ace Hardware sells fire extinguishers for various purposes at about $25 a pop. It's cheap insurance, and a decent weapon. --Old (Cadillac) Guy
One item that I recently added to my EDC, was inexpensive blade utility knife for cutting, which saves my primary knife from dulling the blade (paper/cardboard). I like the Leatherman Skeletool, gives you access to a blade without having to open the whole tool.
Yeah, milwaukee 48 22 1505 razor knife with bottle opener and bit holder goes everywhere with me. If I need a longer blade for cutting food I grab the folder.
I just use my primary knife for that stuff, since the whole point of a primary knife is to use it often. Otherwise why are you carrying it. Then you get good at resharpening it, which is a skill to learn in itself.
Holders for utility blades come in small key-chain sizes. I carry one made out of titanium. Don’t have to use my $340 Microtech to break down heavy cardboard or loan it out when I can offer my utility blade instead. Also, if you travel by air and don’t want to check baggage, just take the holder and get a blade at your destination.
If you were really good, all you'd need is Big League Chew bubble gum and a bottle opener. Hahaha 🤣 My ex wasn't a Prepper but knows I was and bought me a Northern Tool multi-tool piece, which opened up at the top into pliers and when the pliers' head was shut and locked resembled a hammer for whacking any nail on the planet; and the shut or open handle had all the smaller screwdrivers, knives and filer, et cetera. Use it every day: Only drawback? No holster for it that stays set on the belt or doesn't flick the multi-tool out when bending down or working hard. Then, I have a 1 dollar plastic knife from Walmart, for cutting up or open anything. That and my Northern Tool multi-tool are in my left pocket and my LCP 380 is in my right front pants pocket. In my back pocket, I have a large grip folding box cutter, with extra blades in it's handle the whole knife head folds into; this is tied in a circular 550 cord double knot, tied to my belt loop, and I can pull it out with a foot to spare when using; it seats naturally under my wallet and when pulled doesn't touch it, the box cutter so heavy. The other rear, left pocket has my extra LCP 380 magazine. I do not use or have I been in any situation without a flashlight that has concerned me. In my large carry bag in my hatchback, or Go Bag, I have military strap bandages, × 5, plus boxes of blue surgical gloves, and a German Army M40 NATO gas mask, along with other 1st Aid gear. Beside it, is my bandolier with 4 10 count 12 guage magazines for my Strikeforce AR12, already loaded,, with 50 extra 00 buck shot rounds in it. I also have two packs of emergency food bars that can last a week when each square is separated and 240 calories and fortified. What's up, Nutnfancy? What's up? lol Plus a G Shock always. My tobacco bag is a Czech gas mask bag, with three lighters and thirty cans of dip. With pens. With my readers glasses. With A&D ointment. The bag sits on my passenger seat for work. I work nonstop overtime and always go to it for my bad habit, being an emergency employee. I usually have a new 2 gallon pour spout of spring water I can carry in and out of the car-- Prepping, I buy 10 of these 2 gallon spring waters a week and use one a week, so I store them on top of each other. As well, I have new spools of 550 cord in my Go Bag with three 15 × 20 tarps for shelter. Try going camping on the fly, and really test your skills with what you have daily. That is the real test, not an interrogation by Nutnfancy. I can.
This is written by someone who carries a folding knife 24/7… A knife, esp a folding knife as small as the mini grip, is not an effective self defense tool. Think of how close your attacker has to be for you to actually use it. By then it’s prob too late and with all the adrenaline flowing chances are you will fumble taking it out and unfolding it. Then once you manage to get the blade to puncture the bad guy’s flesh theres a good chance he wont even feel it in the moment, again cause adrenaline. Ive seen videos where ppl are stabbed but take minutes to feel it and go down. Thats more than enough time for him to hurt you, badly. Instead, go with a small but powerful flashlight minimum 700 lumens. Will easily blind your attacker, and is legal to carry in every jurisdiction and environment. Folding knives are utility tools only, plain and simple. Military guys use large fixed blades and law enforcement sometimes carry small last ditch fixed blades like the KA-BAR TDI. Designed for this purpose. Dont forget the best self defense tool is your brain… Second to that, your sneakers Then your words Then your firearm Flashlight Fixed blade knife Folding knife
Hello Sir, finally subbed. I keep coming back to your channel, to look at EDC items. I am pretty squared away in what I carry, but I have to give you credit for staying true to a non-rechargeable AA battery flashlight. I enjoy the simplicity of knowing all I need is another AA battery, which I carry three in my sling bag. I like the 4L Vanquest Large Dendrite waist/sling pack. Yes, it's a "fanny" pack, but I sling it over my shoulder, and for me it carries the EDC items, and preparedness items that I like carrying. I do like that lighter, with the butane insert. I just carry the Bic lighter. I totally agree on your points, good to see I am following your mantra with most of my EDC. Wondering if you could do footwear reviews, I am really in the market for a rugged, decent looking footwear.
Check out the Rustico "single track" wallet. Top grain leather, very simplistic and durable with a nice little slot for that emergency cash. I have been using one for 8 years now, love it! I either carry a cheapo knife as not to "lose" it to LEO, but the Benchmade AFO II is never far away. Surefire Aviator LED is my go to light, has a great clip for a belt or the bill of a hat. And my Kahr 9mm, don't leave home without it.
I just picked up a khaki vest that has like 10 pockets that are inside and outside. It can be worn in the hot months and it makes concealing any pistol very easy! I think these vests are going to get more popular, it beats wearing a man purse! None of the stores had them in stock so I had to order it online but got it in 2 days!
Surprised you didn’t mention a CCW. I don’t always carry on me, but I always have a Sig 320 xCompact in the console safe in my truck. Also, totally with you on a multi tool, and recently came across the Leatherman Style P&S. It’s TSA friendly since it has no knife (I carry a TRM Adam pocket knife). It has scissors, pliers, bottle opener, screwdrivers, and tweezers. And fits on your key chain.
Most glaring deficiency is a gun, spare mag and maybe a back up. Of course a good gun belt and holster. My husband believes that his number one purpose for existence is to protect me and our family. I don’t think he could live with himself if any of us got hurt or killed because he chose not to do everything possible to make sure we are safe.I don’t think he could just stand by and do nothing if a defenseless innocent human being was being hurt. Millions of violent crimes are stopped every year by the law abiding citizen with a gun. Most often without a shot being fired. It seems criminals are cowards not heroes they are looking for a week victims not someone to do battle with. As a woman I know that the one thing that every woman has in common with every other woman that has been assaulted or raped out in public, Is that they didn’t think it would happen to them. On the flipside 200, 000 women stop a rape with a handgun every year most often without firing a shot. With a little luck We’ll never have to use them, I hope not, then again there are millions of people every year that wish they had one when they needed it in the world is only getting crazier. I used to hate guns was terrified of them. But I could not imagine what it would be like to look down into my daughters grave knowing I could’ve done something to save her life. But I didn’t because I was afraid or because it was inconvenient to do everything possible to protect her. So I got past my aversion, got some training.Still not what you would call a gun girl but I practice regularly. My husband and I usually have fun when we do. We also carry FOX Labs pepper spray because that is what our local police use. Not every problem is a nail. An aside while my husband carry’s a folding knife for everyday cutting tasks. For self defense he carry’s a fixed blade, because of his martial arts training. The next glaring deficiency is a tourniquet and a couple of bandages maybe in your wallet. I like RATS tourniquets. Because they’ll fit in jeans pants pocket and I will work on the children the elderly and even pets. In his EDC bag he carries a couple of tourniquets (we do have 2 legs & 2 arms), a couple rolls of QuikClot gauze, more gauze pads, tape Nasopharyngeal Airway tubes, CPR mask, an Israeli bandage, a Sam Splint, and assorted medications. Of course like guns training is required, just having the fancy tools, doesn’t help anyone. Coming up on an injured person a car wreck and the like is more likely than a gun fight.
Nice EDC. The SAK Huntsman is one of my favorites, it has a great combination of tools and it's great for camping and bushcraft. I've gotten several colleagues and friends hooked on a decent EDC.
Very comprehensive list, for sure. Just a point though: for folk in the UK, carrying a multitool or penknife that has a lock blade is illegal, and could get you arrested if stopped by Law Enforcement! You might get away with a penknife (blade less than 3 inches!), IF you can prove to their satisfaction that you have a valid reason for carrying it! [Note: self-defence is NOT, repeat NOT, a valid reason! Stating this as your reason immediately means they will interpret that to mean you intend to use the knife as a weapon, and that is not allowed in UK! ] This situation is very strictly enforced, especially in public places like shopping malls, stadiums, railway stations, airports, etc. I'm not really qualified to give Legal advice, so make sure that you have read the relevant Govt Legislation on this if you are not sure.
Good list. I carry all except the pen/pad - I'm inconsistent with that (probably because I've gotten used to using the notes app on the phone). I really like the Olight i5T as it uses a regular AA or a special rechargeable (your choice), although I'm usually carry Olight's Warrior 3 to have a little more light (although I lose the ability to use regular AA batteries). I usually have a couple of the i5T lights and spare batteries in the get-back-home bag. I've ended up using a little leather holster to hold the light and my Leatherman Wave+. For stuff like cordage, battery bank, water, and first aid I have to go to the get-back-home bag, which is in whatever vehicle I'm traveling in. Additionally, I carry an sem-auto pistol and spare mag on me.
Well informed video! I would add that butane lighters, although great for providing a jet flame and conserving fuel when not in use, don’t work well at altitude. For that reason, I get by with the simple Zippo insert.
I carry a pocket knife, small flashlight, phone, wallet (of course) and I wear a watch. All this other garbage is just vanity and a waste of time. I carried a pen and prybar for 2 years. Never used either of them once. Not once. The prybar is in the kitchen now.....still not being used. I took the pen to work where it got lost in my desk. 😂
In Australia so many people are worried about carrying a knife on them. They dont know its ok to have a knife if u use it for work purposed which includes if u want to cut a god damn apple for lunch. I carry a quality pocket knife, a small pen shaped diamond knife sharpener, a 3mm lead pacer style pencil, a sharpie, a good pen, a quality small torch with pocket clip. a screwdriver pen that has phillips No2 and flat head then when flipped a micro flat head and micro phillips and a bic lighter. Never wore a watch but you make good points for using one. Also looking for a thin Lithium battery bank with iphone, usb C and usb micro 3 in 1 cable. the cordage idea is awesome. all fit in my lower cargo pockets and are not bulky and the knife is in my back pocket.
Great list! I just miss one thing, the "boo boo kit". Not an IFAK, just the stuff that everybody could use daily. Medicine for head, stomach, and throat aches. Band-aid for small wounds. Small tweezers and a scissor. And wet wipes in my eyes are a must in this kit.
Great video, you covered some items not normally covered for EDC and it was nice to see you recommending several of the items I also carry daily. Not so much because I keep those items as part of a dedicated EDC package but because many of the items you listed are what I'd call "common sense" items. Good job and thanks!
Never thought of a Butane lighter instead of a regular lighter. I carry a MSR Reactor with a couple cans of fuel and some coffee and dehydrated meals along with me in my truck. Easy to throw under the seat and if I’m stranded a lil coffee and food can’t hurt.
Good set up. I finally knock out a edc after running a channel for 2 year. Lots of stuff i can carry at work due to restrictions but thats what the ghb in my car is for
Slim Belt pouches make all the difference in wanting to add more to ur edc or just clearing or organizing the Jean pockets a bit more. Just throwing in my two cents for people who don’t wanna jiggle around with a bunch of stuff in their pockets
Love it brother, I do think a medical kit is pretty necessary. I kinda figure if you have room for a small hank of cordage you probably have room for at least a tiny kit, be it in a backpack or your truck or whatever.
On person EDC- Wallet, Cellphone, Keys, Pocketknife. Sometimes a small flashlight (especially in winter where its dark early)-wearing a smartwatch/watch.. 'the rest' goes in the car or a backpack if I'm carrying one. I used to obsess over my EDC but real world xp shows you can do without having the; Pen & pad, multi-tool, cordage, lighter, battery bank, and water bottle directly on person. Sure, having those handy nearby is great but 99% of the time carrying all of that on you is overkill- great vid
I have most of those items. The things I carry on/in my jeans are my Sebenza, Leatherman Charge in a sheath/holster, and Olight Baton. I prefer the Baton as there are 5 different modes. Everything else is in my Vanquest Small Dendrite waist/sling pack. I don't carry a battery pack, but do carry 10' of para cord, an Olight i1R keychain flashlight as a spare and most of all -- a utility knife. I'll rotate in either a Gerber EAB or TPT Slide. I use more than my main knife. Watch is usually a digital Timex Expedition, wallet is a Travax Contour Ti. Good video!
I use a 9v led flashlight. one battery last forever. In addition, I carry a 3ft measuring tape, magnet, magnesium fire starter, pepper spray. all in a small crossbody bag. I pack them easy to grab and practice taking things in and out in a flash so if the emergency arises, I'm not fumbling with anything.
Good list and I’ve got a few additions. Carrying a hank in the back pocket is easy and very useful for cleaning screens, knife blades, wounds, wiping sweat. I have a couple of two-ply hanks from Frozen North Cloth Works. Another couple of good emergency items, in addition to a good flashlight, is a headlamp, which can easily go in the car’s glove box, along with a good pair of work gloves to protect the hands. I’ve got a small and growing pocket knife collection and I change my carry all the time. Favourites are: - Benchmade Mini Freek - Benchmade Mini Adamas - Spyderco Para 3 LW - Civivi Elementum - Civivi Odium - CKRT Squid I’m looking to add a Spyderco PM2, an upgraded Para 3 and a Zero Tolerance 0562CF. I have a few flashlights and my favourite is i5T EOS.
Great list. I would add a Sawyer mini with the multiple threads, and a p38 can opener. Also maybe lifeboat matches in case something goes wrong with the lighter (you know crap happens at the most inopportune moments). Otherwise definitely Battalion ready.
"The REAL men kit" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. It really made me my day... I always considered myself a "real" man, but from today on I'll reconsider it. Maybe I'm more a dog or a tree. Who knows...😁
Why do all your items cost so much? $99 for a knife? Seriously? Kershaw make great EDC knives for under $50. I could make your whole kit for a fraction of the cost.
I really appreciate the content and the reminder of using the tactics and experiences learned in the Marine Corps returning to the civilian population 🤙🏻
Concealed money belt, paperclip, and for my daughter, a screamer alarm. I got stuck out of town during the gas shortage and bank closure in 2008 (no ATMs, places stopped accepting credit/debit), and now I never go without enough cash to deal with something like that again. Good basic EDC overview, and some nice upgrades for mine :)
Hello, just came across your channel and you are doing a great job. Have already went through 5 videos straight. 100% agree on the BenchMade. The mini grip was my first from them but have since added a few more including the Bugout, which is just a great knife. And the pens also. I ordered a Bastion for myself and after receiving picked one up for my wife and oldest daughter that is only 13. But they are heavy enough she could use it besides writing. Also tried the Refyne , I know I spelled wrong, but find I have a hard time writing with it at times. On some paper it just does not want to write where the Bastion has worked. Have you had the same issue. Keep up the great work, thank you for your service. Stay safe and God Bless
The MacGyver EDC. I'm impressed. I normally just roll with phone, chap stick, folding knife, pepper spray (because not all defense situations require a 9mm), Ridge wallet w/ lock picks and a slim metal multi card tool and a P-07.
Great video, and subscribed for several reasons. I carry 2 wallets in the back pockets, the big one is what I use for everyday transactions. It also has 550 cord, spare house key, safety pins, paper clips, along with my main cash and credit card in it. My small wallet has ID, CHL, bank card, insurance cards, and extra cash of all denominations. ($20 largest) Horizontal on the belt is a 5" Spyderco Street Bowie I can draw left or right handed. P365 on left side. RF pocket is chapstick, nail clippers, Gerber Vise and the small Swiss army. LF pocket is keys only. Shirt pocket is a full size pen and 8 1/2" x 11" folded paper, reading glasses. I change paper weekly, as my list is (sometimes-lol) completed. The pen serves as a first line self defense. I carry a small bag in the truck, water, snacks, light, spare mag/ammo, extra knife, some 1st aid, masks and bandanas, ball cap, Bic. Only have 1 wrist watch atm. If I'm hanging local, I only carry 1 battery bank for my cell. If further away, I have a hand crank/solar/battery NOAA(AM/FM) radio w/USB ports and flashlight. I wear a thick belt AND suspenders, in case I have to pull the belt for another purpose. Since I'm over 60, I also often carry a cane. Most importantly, I work out 3-4 hours a week, (weights, heavy bag, slam ball etc...) And practice with canes. Thanks for your video.
Great list I already carry most of this stuff. Here are my specific items that I carry on my person every day: Knife: Spyderco PM2 or Benchmade Mini Adamas (I do have a Bugout too which I love but these days I prefer something a bit more beefy) Wallet: Distil Union Wally Sleeve - very minimal, holds a few cards and cash and has some nice features Lighter: Good ol Bic lighter. Zippos evaporate too fast and I don’t want to wrap them in rubber to retain fuel Paracord: Quick-release homemade paracord bracelet. Find a video on how to make your own quick-release bracelet. If you are in a dire emergency you will not have time to slowly unwrap your bracelet for 5 minutes. Quick release is secure but when you pull the knot it unravels very quickly. Very overlooked feature Watch: Timex Expedition Scout, simple analog watch that is reasonably durable. Although it does lack features compared to a digital watch Multi-tool: Leatherman Style PS. Super small NO KNIFE multi-tool (smaller than Bic) with hybrid pliers, wire cutters, screwdriver, file, scissors, bottle opener, carabiner, and tweezers. I don’t need another knife because I carry a dedicated knife. Can use one scissor blade in a pinch. Absolutely love this thing Pen: BigIdesign bolt action mini, great little pen Flashlight: Streamlight Microstream USB. Recharging isn’t a big deal In 2022. Although I might try out a regular battery light in the future POM pepper spray: I don’t care what anyone says, pepper spray is an excellent tool. I’m not going to have a knife duel to the death when I can just use this and GTFO in most situations. Even if you carry a gun having a less-lethal on you is a good idea Phone: iPhone 8+ still hanging in there in 2022 Happy carrying my friends
Great Video ! My digital watch is set to 24-Hour mode with a NATO/EDC watchband (have to break both pins on the watch to lose it) and a Suunto button compass ! Modified my Zebra F-701 pen to use the Fisher Space Pen refill. T. Lipinski
Note to self: no EDC Crayons with flask of whiskey. Good list. I need to get some new stuff since my 14 yo daughter seems to always end up with my stuff for Scouts. Lol Anyone else's teens carry edc stuff? Semper Fi y'all
As a mechanic I use a flashlight in my pocket constantly. I use a Streamlight that is a really good brand, has rubber on the end so I can hold it in my mouth and not chip my teeth.
I just carry black airforces, a ski mask, and a glock 17. You'd be surprised how much more stuff you can aquire throughout the day
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This is my first viewing of your videos. I thank you for giving a great presentation. Your diction was clear and your demeanor was calm and professional. Keep-up the good work. Thanks, cg..
The Write in Rain Paper Pad is I believe made of Tyvek. .And it doesn't give off Flame like Paper Paper. It Tends to Melt while having a Minimal Flame.
My iPhone 8 Plus & wallet (just a Vans Cordura)
Watch: Seiko SKX007 or G-Shock
Knife: Benchmade 940-1 or Spyderco Natura
Light: Fenix LD30 & Nitecore Tini 2
Tool: Leatherman Squirt (Thinking about adding a Bond soon)
Zippo electric handwarmer, sometimes IFAK (or boo-boo kit), sometimes 3000lumen heavy tactical light (if need actual mission critical flashlight), microfiber cloth, and Apple Airpods.
I've a fairly rural life.
When I EDC my Huntsman in the more woodsy for whatever reason, it's with a too pricey TI canteen/kit which holds my old 2nd/3rd gen. Leatherman multi tool. Quite rare needing more tools/do dads than those hold.
But I do grab a bottle of water if just driving 5 or more miles.
~ Corkscrew vs Philips Huntsman: I'm not a fan of the T positioned Philips, but iyam a fan of getting a little knot out of cord.
So, why I choose to pair it with an old Leatherman which has near an actual Philips 'n tip looks hardened.
~~ And heck, once or thrice annually open wine with it to get a check on how one's strength is doing. Might be a kick in the pants needed to morning reps again twixt teeth/coffee routine? (-;
I've been using 35.00 range Timex Ironman watches for eons. Decent watch, and as long as I can recall the button configuration is pretty much the same. I've been tempted with G-Shocks but bouncing back and forth with buttons config., may drive me cwazy a bit. One or the other brand?
I gave up carrying a wallet back late seventies after I temp. lost it just after cashing my paycheck. (some lady returned it to me) yay!
Paracord on my wrist I don't think so. I feel sweat will end up getting it smell like mildew after awhile. ~ Heck, a 500/1000' roll of chosen can just stash in the auto.
I've been pocketing a Benchmade Griptillian full size since 2010(154CM steel days) and got the missus the pink mini "she loves" in her purse. Decent light weight knives.
Eyeballin' your list of vids you've not really a vid for larger fixed blades fav'd if so. Bugout to where? Not Central Park NY fer crikey.
My brother got our father's WW2 fighter(I can't recall if I ever looked if is a Kabar or Camillus). So I got a new USMC Kabar.
Not the best for strength/abuse, but light and so easy to re-sharpen in the field. Even if had to use the longer part of any gun barrel?
Fahhh, stropping is leather. ~ I've a post military contract Camillus I found stuck in a tree I use as a garage knife. I resharpen that with my grandfather's chef's steel rod...it's a bald rod. Four/ten minutes I'll get it shaving hairs again.
EDC torch?: I got an Olight i1R2 keyring jobbie in a bundle I small Alu. carabiner to my beltloop.
...Since, I got an i1R2 Pro in bright orange as a freebie with my order for a Warrior Mini2.
lol, bright orange on my hip is my only bling(orange carabiner too). The Pro is a tad too much for a keyring, but 'binered to loop it's great. 5 lumens for 12 hours suits most my needs and very handy as always there. If I need a high blast for a bit, high is 170LM.
~ eep! Did I babble on 'er what?
Keep yer power dry MX.
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lotsa folks out here talking bugout this/that.
Some of as a stash in one's vehicle. ~ Not once have I read/heard of anyone mentioning a lopper.
Fiskars makes a very lightweight 15" anvil type lopper with geared jaws for branch size adj. if needed.
Mine at the proverbial 10 year mark about now is still fine and dandy. When I use it iken slide it into rear back pocket vs setting it down for hands free.
So what of that?: Say whiteout snow or ice to an unrecoverable ditch boo boo, rural wood/farmland...but trees whacked/left, and can kinda see farmhouse lights half click off. hmm, minus 5°/ or change story a tad...
Only way to Maybe get the farmer's attention is setting whole of vehicle on fire...hoping for WTF is that?
(Btw, I was just wondering if a burned out vehicle is a better shelter right side up or upside down...boom?)
axe/hatchet, folding saw to get up enough kindling for fast as can fire, or the short lopper that can in two minutes?
..tinder can be made by scraping your jeans, jeans hem cut up, same for parts of seats, etc.
I'd go for the lopper that can 1"+ with know how.
yoiks! ima doing it again! (-:
If knows a bit of concealment; umm like say a burned out vehicle shell nobody saw the intense flare of...dimmit!
Nobody speaks of simple 500fps airsoft 1911 and say a pound of wild bird seed. (yes it will, up to a squirrel)
Twenty min. after yer arse goes numb, nature forgets you're there. ~ sparrow kabobs?
Similar to my list, mine is slightly lower budget on most items. Also carry at least a bobo first aid kit and a Swat -t tourniquit. Great vid!
Great video. I’m a big fan of Swiss Army knives and even have the victorinox swisstool. I would also recommend a headlamp with a red light function. The red light helps with light pollution when you don’t want to be detected and keeps bugs from swarming your face
Wonderful edc vid, you did this one right. You legit do not need any more than this for edc...well done.
the huntsman has been my goto pocket knife for nearly 40 years I have over 30 of then in various colors with parker pens ,watch bands and wallets to match,,
Informative and interesting EDC vid. I agree with everything, only suggestion is a small pry tool and designated belt cutter.
Do you carry all that in a sling bag, or backpack?
My EDC bag. I really want a sling. Any suggestions?
Copped a sweet one from Carhartt.. I usually don’t spill to much drip. But have it my guy.
I was under the impression that bodily fluids would need to be sprayed with luminol before they show up with a light like that.
Great content! Thanks!
My pleasure!
Dude, you said you're in TX right? Where is your gun? We are a permitless state. Unless you are prohibited possessor, there's no good reason not to carry. Great video otherwise.
it's a solid list I agree with it and I'll explain my choices
Knife: I generally prefer full size(3.5in) or larger and I'm a fan of crossbar locks
Pen: I've settled on Zebra pens for mix of quality and lower price since I have had some stolen by coworkers currently use a modified sarasa with an ultra fine tip ink barrel. I keep a stash of dollar store note pads around.
Watch: I'd prefer a water resistant timex expedition however I'm wearing a samsung watch.
Flashlight: this one I am all over the place I prefer a light with multiple modes and preferably a moonlight mode. I also prefer a clip I can attach to my hat (which is always part of my edc) for hands free operation. Then there's batteries or rechargeable with a battery option I can just drop in a new one and keep rolling if I drain a rechargeable then its out of action for however long it takes to recharge it.
Multitool: currently I'm carrying a leatherman surge that has served me well with it's 2 knife blades, scissors, pliers and bit kit..
Wallet and cash: I'm using a "ridge" like wallet to carry a few cards and a money clip for cash which I usually keep a 20 dollar bill or 2 just in case.
Cordage: I keep some 550 and 1100 cord in my vehicle too.
Lighter: This another undecided choice for me I carry and prefer a butane torch and I have a habit of buying value packs of bic and/or scripto (do you know the scripto hack?) lighters that I keep a few in various jackets and in our vehicles. I like bics for "just in case " it runs out of fuel I can still use the flint for a spark.
Battery bank: much like you I have them all over the place too along with a charger cord or 2 for phones and flashlights.
Water bottle: I prefer steel water bottles because worse case I can boil said water for a variety of reasons such as purification, cooking, ect.
Hat: Preferably a baseball style which has a bill stiff enough to support a small flashlight for hands free operation, provide shade for my eyes on sunny days, and as a handle to fan flames as I'm building a campfire which can happen often while I'm fishing throughout the year in Delaware.
Gloves: I always have a pair or 2 of work gloves in my vehicles for duties such as collecting firewood, changing a tire during cold weather, and other tasks.
This is my lineup. What do you think?
I like it, this is well thought out..
I agree this is well thought out.
You've put a lot of thought into that, have you thought about an MWC self-winding watch? That way you'll not need to charge it or replace a battery.
@@madgardener5820 no, in a perfect world I'd wear the timex expedition that had a compass on it too. I'm a fan of redundancy and multi taskers.
@@williamyoung369 thanks it's been evolving so something could change over time. right now I'm liking flashlights with a magnetic or flat tail end for tail standing.
My Fathers rule on cash was to NEVER carry any in your wallet. Keep it your front pocket of choice and always keep the small bills on top so that's all that people see when you have to pull out. The change goes in the opposite pocket and thats what you use until it runs out. If you can you put a twenty under the sole of your shoe...Both if possible
Sounds kinda paranoid
That's exactly what I do when travelling. A lot of places worth visiting have many pickpockets about, and you don't want everyone to know exactly how much cash you have on you. Additionally, the front pocket is much harder to pick than the back one.
Smart man
@@ToonBorgers depending on where you live, that is pretty good advice...
@@ToonBorgers Sounds like you live in a nice neighborhood
Semper Fi, Devil Dog! I was surfing the tube and came across your channel and just hit the sub button. You've got a great channel and I always like to see my fellow Leathernecks thriving in this space. The one thing that I've recently changed in my EDC, due to receiving it as a Christmas gift from my wife, is the watch. I have forever worn a Casio ProTrek for hiking but now I have the apple watch and I really like all of the fitness stuff + weather + stock quotes, etc, but I know it is dependent on the net being up. I'll probably just put the ProTrek in my vehicle bag just in case. Looking forward to diving deeper into your content. Keep Rockin'
Two things I'll add that are part of my EDC: a good old-fashioned handkerchief in your back pocket, and a set of earplugs.
earplugs? to drown out your nagging wife?
A decent hanky. Wipe sweet, cleans phones and glass. Control bleeding. At a pinch a mask. Not just for covid, smoke, dust etc. On another note. I never hear anyone say this good reason for carrying a knife, cutting seat belts. Hear me out. I work for the Ambulance in another country. I take the calls. Atypical western nation. I have had a few calls over the years where seats can get jammed as do seat belts after an accident. Doing CPR or trying to control bleeding on someone caught in a car is a nightmare. Even though I can't direct you to do so, but cutting clothing sometimes can help. And the amount of lives that could have been saved if someone had a torch. Anyhow. In my country edc is not big and in most states in my country carrying a knife is illegal. I do for those reasons though.
A gentleman always carries up to two hankies: one for his own use and one to offer the lady he is with. 🙂
If you can't carry a knife, carry sheers in your bag and a pair of nail clippers on your keys
I think it's a pretty competent list but I gotta say I find the idea that every "real man" should carry all of this a bit silly. The whole point of EDC is to freely customize it to your specific needs and if for example you already know you'll never look at a watch it doesn't make much sense to wear one just so nobody will question your masculinity lol. I personally don't carry a dedicated pocket knife since the one in my multi tool does the trick just fine and I'd rather have some additional space for first aid stuff (which imo is the only truly essential part of an EDC kit) like hand sanitizer, band aids and pain meds. However, like I said I think the list itself is pretty good and certainly gives people who are new to the concept of EDC an idea on where to start.
Would suggest bumping it to an emergency $100. Has saved my ass more than once.
I agree. Excellent list! My state has virtually no knife laws. I carry a decent fixed blade, a Tops HOG 4.5 in a Red Hill kydex. I carry a Leatherman Wave+, and yes, the scissors are awesome. Zip ties to finger nail clippers, the scissors come in handy. I got tired of needing a flashlight to find a flashlight, so I carry a Fenix PD36R. My watch is a Casio GShock Mudmaster. Indestructible, functional. I also have a backpack I carry with me everywhere. It is a Mystery Ranch Two Day Assault. It has everything I need to spend an unexpected night in the woods or away from home, and useful things from an IFAK to phone charger, notepad, knife sharpener, batteries, p-cord, a folding saw, a Nalgene and carabiner, a small screwdriver set for fixing glasses or other small items, ect My wife calls it my purse. She makes fun sometimes, but it has saved our asses. When she gets a migraine, she isn't laughing when I am able to just pull out a little first aid kit and grab some Excedrin. I was a Boy Scout, and I have tried to be prepared for most situations since I was a boy. I started with a Swiss Army knife and a Timex when I was about 7. When any of my friends need something, from tweezers to a Sharpie, they ask me first.
As a mechanic I carry everything on the list and a small pair of finger nail clippers. Great for quick trims or splinter removal.
Hell yeah those metal splinters are no joke
I carry a small plastic resealable bag with an assortment of band-aids alcohol wipes and antibiotic wipes.
What a good video! A lot of younger men should watch this. Also, your list is super solid. Two additional things that I EDC are chapstick (in addition to helping your lips, it can be used as fire tender) and a pocket-sized container with my daily meds. Thanks again for sharing your videos.
Ya mean lipstick if ur praising this "guy". 😆 lol
Chapstick's also a good lube for zippers and weatherproofing clothing seams.
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Good list. I also carry a chapstick and a small pillbox (with Benadryl, ibuprofen and excedrin). A multitool with a blade is good, so instead of the redundancy of another folding knife, I like a small fixed blade for self defense. My favorite is the Kabar TDI Investigator. It’s very concealable, comfortable & gets the job done. Also, with a bunch of stuff in pockets, it’s helpful to wear pants with extra pockets like 5.11 tactical jeans (extra hip pocket on both sides).
That KA-BAR looks like Count Dooku's toothpick.
Good video. I'm with you on everything here, and it's nice to see someone else think about cordage. I used to carry 550 but it was just too bulky for any real usable length. Now I use commercial Singer sewing machine bobbins which hold about 50 feet of 250 pound test braided fishing line. It's just a little thicker than the guts of 550 but about half as strong as 550 in a much smaller package that's about 1.5 inches in diameter and a half inch thick bobbin. Fits on my keychain easily. Keep up the great work.
i do the Bobbin with braided line trick too.
You should get a Monkey's Fist. Check em out
I really prefer usb-rechargeable flashlights for edc, because you can always have a full battery by just topping it off. For keychains, the Nitecore Tube is great… super lightweight, great UI, different colors, $12. For a larger edc (18650 size), the Olight Warrior Mini 2 is great (it’s a hybrid edc-tactical light with a nice deep carry clip). I prefer the aluminum over the titanium for the lighter weight. Olight has sales every month or two, so always wait for a sale!
Excellent list man, first time coming across your channel so definitely subscribing.
Some extras i have in the car:
- Headache tables, nothing like having your head exploding and no meds
I also have some other meds
- Bandana, just in case there is a fire and i need to cover my mouth
- Emergency sowing kit - Just some needles, thread and button, this is for when i get to an interview/function and my button pops off
- Mint Gum - To help with coffee breath when at a interview/function
On me, i carry:
Pocket Knife, Pen, Flashlight, small multitool, prybar, bandana/rag
I recommend you add a sillcock key, being able to access water from a outdoor spigot from commercial buildings is a must if stranded.
Handgun (G19 or G43X), at least an extra mag, knife, maze, wallet, phone, headphones, regular black watch, & glasses. That's it. That's a Real Man's EDC. Other than that, get a fckg 👛. 😂😂. You don't need a pad, a pen nor a fancy "smart" watch, nor anything else.
Excellent EDC video, great insight! Pen and paper is actually a *really* useful one. I keep a pad of sticky notes in a slimline metal case w/ a couple short pencils. Pencil won't fail like pen, can easily sharpen with my knife.
Real men carry cash, and lots of it. That Apple Pay crap is for girly men. No offense.
outside of a few differences, this pretty much covers what I carry daily. In the gear, I carry I balance between price and performance. I also know that the different capabilities within the same gear type will sway me one way or the other. Due to where I traveled for work I had to tailor my EDC to both urban and rural areas. While Nalgene bottles are great pieces of kit. You would need a nesting cup to boil water. I have a 1qt keen canteen stainless steel bottle that gives me more capabilities. I went with a solid tac pen that could be used for defense along with a window-breaking tip on it. The one area where I downgraded was in my single-blade folder. Too many of my nicer knives are now the property of the local police. They wanted it so they took it. Besides if I have to use my knife for self-defense am I really going to want it back. The only things I would add are a set of polarized safety glasses, a pair of clear safety glasses, and a handcuff key. Anything else should be added to bigger kits like a BOB or a GHB.
Polarized glasses are clutch. I keep them in my truck
Been there , traveled around , .😁😃😳🐶. why I carry" throw aways." Leave my buck at home, (to debone the turkey for thanksgiving) a $20 carbon steel works fine, home depo, walmart , ozark tral. Army surplus store, Found clone cold steel Spartans on wish for $20 . at 1am use burn card , geen dot ect , be patient they use us mail.
You can't peel a cucumber with a dull knife, (mom always said , eat your vegetables.)
SC gave it back, just be honest and get frisked. Cleveland Ohio disarms you, then sends you home.
Not a fan of tracking technoligy, 😳 if you get those "watches" that track you ,some will call the police. Or emts with position automatically if your pulse gets low. Good and bad.
Like 😁 the adility to boil water, am an outdoorsmen, fishermen, hunter. A cube of roman in your trunk could be usefull.
Ear plugs, knife with glass breaker, bourbon, first aid kit, blanket, fire starter, candle, matches, canned food, jumper cables, battery pack, truck gun, sidearm, tarp, paracord. Also, my wallet is a Tumi minimalist, can’t scan your info. Oh, toilet paper and disposable gloves.
I suggest a watch with a barometer, altimeter and thermometer. I like to fish and hunt and that really helps. A $40 Casio does all that. plus timer, stopwatch, alarm, etc.
GShock PROTREK is what I have because I feel the same way. Check em out.
OK, you got me with this title bro. watching intently..I have HIGH expectations..
Edit: so looks good! some notes...the I5R is a massive upgrade not just on recharge, but also has way better run times, with every type of battery. The cordage thing...ok, I agree, but now we are talking car and bag, which could be a series of vids by itself. A really cool way to carry cordage is to make it into a key lanyard. I need to check out that Thunderbird Insert! loving my zippo insert..but you make a really good point about seeing the fuel.
I have a couple of the Olight UV lights. Has actually gotten me 2 free stays and 2 free upgrades at hotels.
I would certainly carry a CAT 7 Tourniquet, possibly two (2) of them. Especially, since I do carry a GLOCK 19.
However, Sir, your presentation was well received.
Thank you.
Oscar (out)
Good EDC items! One thing that I carry that alot of people don't, Is an Ankle IFAK. In the little kit I have a TQ, Sharpie, Z-Fold Gauze, 2 Chest Seals, Quic-Clot Gauze, and a few small Bandages. I feel that everyone should know at least how to use a Tourniquet and have one either on their person or in their vehicles. You never know if you will pull up on the scene of an accident or anything else that would require some way to stop major bleeding. Always good to have. It can save your life or someone else's life!
Yea if you're not carrying medical on you, you're wrong.
Smart. Which brand do you recommend?
@@VishalRaoOnRUclips I would research the actual pouch that fits your needs then fill it with supplies for your individual needs. North American rescue is a good place for medical supplies, if you carry a firearm the CAT7 TQ is a must have. Sourcing the medical supplies separately is always cheaper than buying a complete kit.
Pretty much what I keep on the daily for EDC but I have an extra item that could be very useful. I keep a HAM radio as well. But any kind of FRS, GMRS radio will do. Most HAM radios will also work on those services as well. I am a licensed Armature Radio Operator with the call sign K4EBB. But FRS needs no license and GMRS also requires a license but no testing, just pay the fee and your good to go. In a grid down situation an analog radio requires no power grid for communications.
And another item that could be useful as well is a pocket SHORTWAVE RADIO to receive information in a grid down situation. Just make sure it has a SSB function so you can listen in on the HAM bands in HF ( HIGH FREQUINCY ) modes
Imagine my surprise to find out that I'm a man! My husband will be disappointed 🤣 🤣 🤣 Been carrying all of those things for most of my life (well, aside from the power bank since cell phones & easily rechargeable items came along later in adulthood.) always carrying a multitool as well as a lighter wrapped with gorilla tape have served me well over the years. From equipment set-up at work when a screwdriver or pliers are needed to minor first-aid needs where duct-tape has been a literal life-saver. The vast majority of those things (as well as my CCW) are all carried on my person because purses can get stolen so gentlemen, please encourage the women in your lives to carry EDC on their person too!
I forgot to mention that it is a good idea to keep a good fire extinguisher in your car. Okay, you won't go hiking through the woods with it, but campfires can get too big, and auto engine fires do occur. Being able to save your car before that small gas leak from the fuel rail becomes a major conflagration is better than watching your ancient Caddy go up in flames. You might also help a stranger. Ace Hardware sells fire extinguishers for various purposes at about $25 a pop. It's cheap insurance, and a decent weapon. --Old (Cadillac) Guy
One item that I recently added to my EDC, was inexpensive blade utility knife for cutting, which saves my primary knife from dulling the blade (paper/cardboard). I like the Leatherman Skeletool, gives you access to a blade without having to open the whole tool.
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Yeah, milwaukee 48 22 1505 razor knife with bottle opener and bit holder goes everywhere with me. If I need a longer blade for cutting food I grab the folder.
I just use my primary knife for that stuff, since the whole point of a primary knife is to use it often. Otherwise why are you carrying it. Then you get good at resharpening it, which is a skill to learn in itself.
Holders for utility blades come in small key-chain sizes. I carry one made out of titanium. Don’t have to use my $340 Microtech to break down heavy cardboard or loan it out when I can offer my utility blade instead. Also, if you travel by air and don’t want to check baggage, just take the holder and get a blade at your destination.
If you were really good, all you'd need is Big League Chew bubble gum and a bottle opener. Hahaha 🤣
My ex wasn't a Prepper but knows I was and bought me a Northern Tool multi-tool piece, which opened up at the top into pliers and when the pliers' head was shut and locked resembled a hammer for whacking any nail on the planet; and the shut or open handle had all the smaller screwdrivers, knives and filer, et cetera. Use it every day: Only drawback? No holster for it that stays set on the belt or doesn't flick the multi-tool out when bending down or working hard. Then, I have a 1 dollar plastic knife from Walmart, for cutting up or open anything. That and my Northern Tool multi-tool are in my left pocket and my LCP 380 is in my right front pants pocket. In my back pocket, I have a large grip folding box cutter, with extra blades in it's handle the whole knife head folds into; this is tied in a circular 550 cord double knot, tied to my belt loop, and I can pull it out with a foot to spare when using; it seats naturally under my wallet and when pulled doesn't touch it, the box cutter so heavy. The other rear, left pocket has my extra LCP 380 magazine. I do not use or have I been in any situation without a flashlight that has concerned me. In my large carry bag in my hatchback, or Go Bag, I have military strap bandages, × 5, plus boxes of blue surgical gloves, and a German Army M40 NATO gas mask, along with other 1st Aid gear. Beside it, is my bandolier with 4 10 count 12 guage magazines for my Strikeforce AR12, already loaded,, with 50 extra 00 buck shot rounds in it. I also have two packs of emergency food bars that can last a week when each square is separated and 240 calories and fortified. What's up, Nutnfancy? What's up?
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Plus a G Shock always.
My tobacco bag is a Czech gas mask bag, with three lighters and thirty cans of dip. With pens. With my readers glasses. With A&D ointment. The bag sits on my passenger seat for work. I work nonstop overtime and always go to it for my bad habit, being an emergency employee. I usually have a new 2 gallon pour spout of spring water I can carry in and out of the car-- Prepping, I buy 10 of these 2 gallon spring waters a week and use one a week, so I store them on top of each other. As well, I have new spools of 550 cord in my Go Bag with three 15 × 20 tarps for shelter.
Try going camping on the fly, and really test your skills with what you have daily.
That is the real test, not an interrogation by Nutnfancy. I can.
This is written by someone who carries a folding knife 24/7…
A knife, esp a folding knife as small as the mini grip, is not an effective self defense tool. Think of how close your attacker has to be for you to actually use it. By then it’s prob too late and with all the adrenaline flowing chances are you will fumble taking it out and unfolding it. Then once you manage to get the blade to puncture the bad guy’s flesh theres a good chance he wont even feel it in the moment, again cause adrenaline. Ive seen videos where ppl are stabbed but take minutes to feel it and go down. Thats more than enough time for him to hurt you, badly.
Instead, go with a small but powerful flashlight minimum 700 lumens. Will easily blind your attacker, and is legal to carry in every jurisdiction and environment.
Folding knives are utility tools only, plain and simple. Military guys use large fixed blades and law enforcement sometimes carry small last ditch fixed blades like the KA-BAR TDI. Designed for this purpose.
Dont forget the best self defense tool is your brain…
Second to that, your sneakers
Then your words
Then your firearm
Flashlight
Fixed blade knife
Folding knife
Hello Sir, finally subbed. I keep coming back to your channel, to look at EDC items. I am pretty squared away in what I carry, but I have to give you credit for staying true to a non-rechargeable AA battery flashlight. I enjoy the simplicity of knowing all I need is another AA battery, which I carry three in my sling bag. I like the 4L Vanquest Large Dendrite waist/sling pack. Yes, it's a "fanny" pack, but I sling it over my shoulder, and for me it carries the EDC items, and preparedness items that I like carrying. I do like that lighter, with the butane insert. I just carry the Bic lighter. I totally agree on your points, good to see I am following your mantra with most of my EDC. Wondering if you could do footwear reviews, I am really in the market for a rugged, decent looking footwear.
Fanny packs are awsome. Can carry everything comfortably and drop it to look through it worst case.
Just a friendly suggestion for you on the lighter, try a torch lighter in low temps below 30F they don’t work! Stick with ur BIC! It’s the way to go!
@@malevolent73 a mini bic is always a perfect backup to any primary
@@malevolent73 I recently saw a video to wrap your Bic with some duct tape that be used as fire starter
Check out the Rustico "single track" wallet. Top grain leather, very simplistic and durable with a nice little slot for that emergency cash. I have been using one for 8 years now, love it! I either carry a cheapo knife as not to "lose" it to LEO, but the Benchmade AFO II is never far away. Surefire Aviator LED is my go to light, has a great clip for a belt or the bill of a hat. And my Kahr 9mm, don't leave home without it.
I just picked up a khaki vest that has like 10 pockets that are inside and outside. It can be worn in the hot months and it makes concealing any pistol very easy! I think these vests are going to get more popular, it beats wearing a man purse! None of the stores had them in stock so I had to order it online but got it in 2 days!
Wallet, keys, work badge, gun... okay I can go out the door. Micro multi-tool on my keychain... scissors, small blade, screw driver, nail file.
Surprised you didn’t mention a CCW. I don’t always carry on me, but I always have a Sig 320 xCompact in the console safe in my truck. Also, totally with you on a multi tool, and recently came across the Leatherman Style P&S. It’s TSA friendly since it has no knife (I carry a TRM Adam pocket knife). It has scissors, pliers, bottle opener, screwdrivers, and tweezers. And fits on your key chain.
Very few places in the world where we can carry let alone own guns lol
Most glaring deficiency is a gun, spare mag and maybe a back up. Of course a good gun belt and holster. My husband believes that his number one purpose for existence is to protect me and our family. I don’t think he could live with himself if any of us got hurt or killed because he chose not to do everything possible to make sure we are safe.I don’t think he could just stand by and do nothing if a defenseless innocent human being was being hurt. Millions of violent crimes are stopped every year by the law abiding citizen with a gun. Most often without a shot being fired. It seems criminals are cowards not heroes they are looking for a week victims not someone to do battle with. As a woman I know that the one thing that every woman has in common with every other woman that has been assaulted or raped out in public, Is that they didn’t think it would happen to them. On the flipside 200, 000 women stop a rape with a handgun every year most often without firing a shot. With a little luck We’ll never have to use them, I hope not, then again there are millions of people every year that wish they had one when they needed it in the world is only getting crazier. I used to hate guns was terrified of them. But I could not imagine what it would be like to look down into my daughters grave knowing I could’ve done something to save her life. But I didn’t because I was afraid or because it was inconvenient to do everything possible to protect her. So I got past my aversion, got some training.Still not what you would call a gun girl but I practice regularly. My husband and I usually have fun when we do. We also carry FOX Labs pepper spray because that is what our local police use. Not every problem is a nail. An aside while my husband carry’s a folding knife for everyday cutting tasks. For self defense he carry’s a fixed blade, because of his martial arts training. The next glaring deficiency is a tourniquet and a couple of bandages maybe in your wallet. I like RATS tourniquets. Because they’ll fit in jeans pants pocket and I will work on the children the elderly and even pets. In his EDC bag he carries a couple of tourniquets (we do have 2 legs & 2 arms), a couple rolls of QuikClot gauze, more gauze pads, tape Nasopharyngeal Airway tubes, CPR mask, an Israeli bandage, a Sam Splint, and assorted medications. Of course like guns training is required, just having the fancy tools, doesn’t help anyone. Coming up on an injured person a car wreck and the like is more likely than a gun fight.
Nice EDC.
The SAK Huntsman is one of my favorites, it has a great combination of tools and it's great for camping and bushcraft.
I've gotten several colleagues and friends hooked on a decent EDC.
I prefer the Outrider's slightly longer blade and handle.
This is what I carry too
Very comprehensive list, for sure. Just a point though: for folk in the UK, carrying a multitool or penknife that has a lock blade is illegal, and could get you arrested if stopped by Law Enforcement! You might get away with a penknife (blade less than 3 inches!), IF you can prove to their satisfaction that you have a valid reason for carrying it! [Note: self-defence is NOT, repeat NOT, a valid reason! Stating this as your reason immediately means they will interpret that to mean you intend to use the knife as a weapon, and that is not allowed in UK! ] This situation is very strictly enforced, especially in public places like shopping malls, stadiums, railway stations, airports, etc. I'm not really qualified to give Legal advice, so make sure that you have read the relevant Govt Legislation on this if you are not sure.
Good list. I carry all except the pen/pad - I'm inconsistent with that (probably because I've gotten used to using the notes app on the phone). I really like the Olight i5T as it uses a regular AA or a special rechargeable (your choice), although I'm usually carry Olight's Warrior 3 to have a little more light (although I lose the ability to use regular AA batteries). I usually have a couple of the i5T lights and spare batteries in the get-back-home bag.
I've ended up using a little leather holster to hold the light and my Leatherman Wave+. For stuff like cordage, battery bank, water, and first aid I have to go to the get-back-home bag, which is in whatever vehicle I'm traveling in.
Additionally, I carry an sem-auto pistol and spare mag on me.
In a small pouch - Lens cleaning wipes, wet ones, breath mints (listerine pocket paks), and stall mates cause do do happens baby.
Well informed video! I would add that butane lighters, although great for providing a jet flame and conserving fuel when not in use, don’t work well at altitude. For that reason, I get by with the simple Zippo insert.
I carry a pocket knife, small flashlight, phone, wallet (of course) and I wear a watch. All this other garbage is just vanity and a waste of time.
I carried a pen and prybar for 2 years. Never used either of them once. Not once. The prybar is in the kitchen now.....still not being used. I took the pen to work where it got lost in my desk. 😂
In Australia so many people are worried about carrying a knife on them. They dont know its ok to have a knife if u use it for work purposed which includes if u want to cut a god damn apple for lunch. I carry a quality pocket knife, a small pen shaped diamond knife sharpener, a 3mm lead pacer style pencil, a sharpie, a good pen, a quality small torch with pocket clip. a screwdriver pen that has phillips No2 and flat head then when flipped a micro flat head and micro phillips and a bic lighter. Never wore a watch but you make good points for using one. Also looking for a thin Lithium battery bank with iphone, usb C and usb micro 3 in 1 cable. the cordage idea is awesome. all fit in my lower cargo pockets and are not bulky and the knife is in my back pocket.
Great list! I just miss one thing, the "boo boo kit". Not an IFAK, just the stuff that everybody could use daily.
Medicine for head, stomach, and throat aches. Band-aid for small wounds. Small tweezers and a scissor. And wet wipes in my eyes are a must in this kit.
In my EDC i have isopropyl wipes in a zip-lock bag. Very useful for cleaning public toilet seats before doing a number 2.
Great video, you covered some items not normally covered for EDC and it was nice to see you recommending several of the items I also carry daily. Not so much because I keep those items as part of a dedicated EDC package but because many of the items you listed are what I'd call "common sense" items. Good job and thanks!
Never thought of a Butane lighter instead of a regular lighter. I carry a MSR Reactor with a couple cans of fuel and some coffee and dehydrated meals along with me in my truck. Easy to throw under the seat and if I’m stranded a lil coffee and food can’t hurt.
Good set up. I finally knock out a edc after running a channel for 2 year. Lots of stuff i can carry at work due to restrictions but thats what the ghb in my car is for
Slim Belt pouches make all the difference in wanting to add more to ur edc or just clearing or organizing the Jean pockets a bit more. Just throwing in my two cents for people who don’t wanna jiggle around with a bunch of stuff in their pockets
Real men are sober.
Love it brother, I do think a medical kit is pretty necessary. I kinda figure if you have room for a small hank of cordage you probably have room for at least a tiny kit, be it in a backpack or your truck or whatever.
Excellent and meaningful gear selections. Nothing outrageously priced and all great quality items. I have a few myself! Great video!
On person EDC- Wallet, Cellphone, Keys, Pocketknife. Sometimes a small flashlight (especially in winter where its dark early)-wearing a smartwatch/watch.. 'the rest' goes in the car or a backpack if I'm carrying one. I used to obsess over my EDC but real world xp shows you can do without having the; Pen & pad, multi-tool, cordage, lighter, battery bank, and water bottle directly on person. Sure, having those handy nearby is great but 99% of the time carrying all of that on you is overkill- great vid
I have most of those items. The things I carry on/in my jeans are my Sebenza, Leatherman Charge in a sheath/holster, and Olight Baton. I prefer the Baton as there are 5 different modes. Everything else is in my Vanquest Small Dendrite waist/sling pack. I don't carry a battery pack, but do carry 10' of para cord, an Olight i1R keychain flashlight as a spare and most of all -- a utility knife. I'll rotate in either a Gerber EAB or TPT Slide. I use more than my main knife. Watch is usually a digital Timex Expedition, wallet is a Travax Contour Ti. Good video!
good list.a lot of things 2 carry. retired ems, i use bib overalls instead of cargo pants now. not wanting 2 look like jump out boys !
Everyone in the UK looking at the knives thinking “nope, they’d send me to prison for carrying that” 😂😂
And you know what…? We manage perfectly ok without them! 🤣🤣
Not really, migrants stabbing English daily. Smh
Except for the criminals
I use a 9v led flashlight. one battery last forever. In addition, I carry a 3ft measuring tape, magnet, magnesium fire starter, pepper spray. all in a small crossbody bag. I pack them easy to grab and practice taking things in and out in a flash so if the emergency arises, I'm not fumbling with anything.
Good list and I’ve got a few additions.
Carrying a hank in the back pocket is easy and very useful for cleaning screens, knife blades, wounds, wiping sweat. I have a couple of two-ply hanks from Frozen North Cloth Works.
Another couple of good emergency items, in addition to a good flashlight, is a headlamp, which can easily go in the car’s glove box, along with a good pair of work gloves to protect the hands.
I’ve got a small and growing pocket knife collection and I change my carry all the time. Favourites are:
- Benchmade Mini Freek
- Benchmade Mini Adamas
- Spyderco Para 3 LW
- Civivi Elementum
- Civivi Odium
- CKRT Squid
I’m looking to add a Spyderco PM2, an upgraded Para 3 and a Zero Tolerance 0562CF.
I have a few flashlights and my favourite is i5T EOS.
A lot of flashlights nowadays have two-way pocket clips so you can clip it to a hat brim or your collar or something to use as a headlamp
you should consider a stream light protac 1l 1aa - its triple power source - cr123a - AA - AAA - great for urban use
Great list. I would add a Sawyer mini with the multiple threads, and a p38 can opener. Also maybe lifeboat matches in case something goes wrong with the lighter (you know crap happens at the most inopportune moments). Otherwise definitely Battalion ready.
I live a very minimalistic life- I use a p38 at home.
"The REAL men kit" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. It really made me my day... I always considered myself a "real" man, but from today on I'll reconsider it. Maybe I'm more a dog or a tree. Who knows...😁
Why do all your items cost so much? $99 for a knife? Seriously? Kershaw make great EDC knives for under $50. I could make your whole kit for a fraction of the cost.
I really appreciate the content and the reminder of using the tactics and experiences learned in the Marine Corps returning to the civilian population 🤙🏻
Noticing some pretty soft looking hands, and please tell me you wouldn't be running around shtf with the lady nails
Concealed money belt, paperclip, and for my daughter, a screamer alarm. I got stuck out of town during the gas shortage and bank closure in 2008 (no ATMs, places stopped accepting credit/debit), and now I never go without enough cash to deal with something like that again. Good basic EDC overview, and some nice upgrades for mine :)
Amazon has a nice minimalist EDC rechargeable flashlight that's a hundred times better
Hello, just came across your channel and you are doing a great job. Have already went through 5 videos straight. 100% agree on the BenchMade. The mini grip was my first from them but have since added a few more including the Bugout, which is just a great knife. And the pens also. I ordered a Bastion for myself and after receiving picked one up for my wife and oldest daughter that is only 13. But they are heavy enough she could use it besides writing. Also tried the Refyne , I know I spelled wrong, but find I have a hard time writing with it at times. On some paper it just does not want to write where the Bastion has worked. Have you had the same issue. Keep up the great work, thank you for your service. Stay safe and God Bless
Sadly, with gas being the way it is, you may want a $100 instead of that $20. 😂 Great video!!
The MacGyver EDC. I'm impressed. I normally just roll with phone, chap stick, folding knife, pepper spray (because not all defense situations require a 9mm), Ridge wallet w/ lock picks and a slim metal multi card tool and a P-07.
I also carry a rodeo style wallet which contains a a plethora of first aid items, as well a a tourniquet and chest seal because I carry a Fire arm,,
Great video, and subscribed for several reasons. I carry 2 wallets in the back pockets, the big one is what I use for everyday transactions. It also has 550 cord, spare house key, safety pins, paper clips, along with my main cash and credit card in it. My small wallet has ID, CHL, bank card, insurance cards, and extra cash of all denominations. ($20 largest)
Horizontal on the belt is a 5" Spyderco Street Bowie I can draw left or right handed. P365 on left side. RF pocket is chapstick, nail clippers, Gerber Vise and the small Swiss army. LF pocket is keys only. Shirt pocket is a full size pen and 8 1/2" x 11" folded paper, reading glasses. I change paper weekly, as my list is (sometimes-lol) completed. The pen serves as a first line self defense.
I carry a small bag in the truck, water, snacks, light, spare mag/ammo, extra knife, some 1st aid, masks and bandanas, ball cap, Bic. Only have 1 wrist watch atm. If I'm hanging local, I only carry 1 battery bank for my cell. If further away, I have a hand crank/solar/battery NOAA(AM/FM) radio w/USB ports and flashlight.
I wear a thick belt AND suspenders, in case I have to pull the belt for another purpose. Since I'm over 60, I also often carry a cane. Most importantly, I work out 3-4 hours a week, (weights, heavy bag, slam ball etc...) And practice with canes. Thanks for your video.
Strider SMF only knife you should carry.
Great list I already carry most of this stuff. Here are my specific items that I carry on my person every day:
Knife: Spyderco PM2 or Benchmade Mini Adamas (I do have a Bugout too which I love but these days I prefer something a bit more beefy)
Wallet: Distil Union Wally Sleeve - very minimal, holds a few cards and cash and has some nice features
Lighter: Good ol Bic lighter. Zippos evaporate too fast and I don’t want to wrap them in rubber to retain fuel
Paracord: Quick-release homemade paracord bracelet. Find a video on how to make your own quick-release bracelet. If you are in a dire emergency you will not have time to slowly unwrap your bracelet for 5 minutes. Quick release is secure but when you pull the knot it unravels very quickly. Very overlooked feature
Watch: Timex Expedition Scout, simple analog watch that is reasonably durable. Although it does lack features compared to a digital watch
Multi-tool: Leatherman Style PS. Super small NO KNIFE multi-tool (smaller than Bic) with hybrid pliers, wire cutters, screwdriver, file, scissors, bottle opener, carabiner, and tweezers. I don’t need another knife because I carry a dedicated knife. Can use one scissor blade in a pinch. Absolutely love this thing
Pen: BigIdesign bolt action mini, great little pen
Flashlight: Streamlight Microstream USB. Recharging isn’t a big deal In 2022. Although I might try out a regular battery light in the future
POM pepper spray: I don’t care what anyone says, pepper spray is an excellent tool. I’m not going to have a knife duel to the death when I can just use this and GTFO in most situations. Even if you carry a gun having a less-lethal on you is a good idea
Phone: iPhone 8+ still hanging in there in 2022
Happy carrying my friends
The Sabre red pepper gel won't blow back in the sprayers face.
SigSauer P365XL with a 15 round back up magazine
Great Video ! My digital watch is set to 24-Hour mode with a NATO/EDC watchband (have to break both pins on the watch to lose it) and a Suunto button compass ! Modified my Zebra F-701 pen to use the Fisher Space Pen refill. T. Lipinski
idk what it is with your main camera lens, its so blurry and out of focus like an iphone 5 camera
a 4 way sillcock key all commercial bldg have an outdoor spigot you need the key to access them
I showed this 'real men edc list' to my parakeet. It has now turned into an assault eagle!
I carry all of those but I would add a hank or bandana. Tons of uses. Battalion.
wrap a nalgene in paracord. you get to keep more, it adds some style, and it protects the bottle
Note to self: no EDC Crayons with flask of whiskey.
Good list. I need to get some new stuff since my 14 yo daughter seems to always end up with my stuff for Scouts. Lol
Anyone else's teens carry edc stuff?
Semper Fi y'all
Need to replace that Nine brand with some Bulleit bourbon.
As a mechanic I use a flashlight in my pocket constantly. I use a Streamlight that is a really good brand, has rubber on the end so I can hold it in my mouth and not chip my teeth.
Try the Victorinox Super Tinker. Best SAK ever.