God bless you. Thank GOD for 1776. No locking blades? It's ridiculous to imagine the thought that went into that law. Good job for what you have to abide by. I enjoyed your video. It's tragic to imagine such nonsense applied to a simple pocket blade. Brian-Texas
Hi, I don't know if anyone else's mentioned this but may I suggest that you get the SOG PowerPint PP1001. Cracking little multitool and since you're obviously handy you can make it UK legall with just a small modification. There's a video here on youtuve on how to do that. Anyway it's much more pocketable and it's coming at about 60 gr lighter than the leatherman rebar if I recall correctly.
Can you please do a short update, pocket dump style, of how this evolved? I‘ve seen you switch to a different pouch, a Solis, Knipex Cobra … how does it sit in your pockets now?
The main issue I have with most EDC channels is that they never seem to have used any of the items for very long. I think you should have had something in your pocket for at least 6 months before it can be classed as EDC!
Totally! This kit is still in use in my pockets right now. I have made two very intersting changes which I will be doing a video on soon (additions not swapping).
If you're cranking out content, after awhile you start having to talk about items you've only had for a week. That's the problem with youtube, people often feel forced to crank out Content despite not really having the material they need to crank it out.
What a refreshing video. Thank you for making the term EDC something other than showing how much useless stuff can fit in a pouch. You really took time to explain why it works and is practical. Kudos to you.
I appreciate your EDC setup more than most I've seen because its easy to tell you genuinely use it. You spent money where it mattered, and created solutions where a personal touch was needed. That's my style as well and its awesome to see that in others. Good stuff.
Stick a sewing kit in there, never know when something busts open when you are out and about, safety pins will hold it together until you get a chance to repair it properly
@@BenVallack Sewing kit, safety pins actually, and duct tape by the way, fab for sealing up a busted backpack and all your stuff falling out, not an entire roll of duct tape, that too bulky for a pocket only EDC system; just wrap like a metre or two around a flash light, It's handy
@@Graham_Wideman Ha ha, naw it's fine; just avoid buying crap trousers 👖, had pairs of crap quality ones, pockets that started getting holes in them within a few months, piss fuckin poor quality 👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻
this video is so good i watched it again today. I think there are only a few upgrades I would consider, the ever-ratchet clip instead of a carabiner, and maybe a coiled lanyard, so you have somewhat more reach.
Very well presented. I especially liked the focus on convenience and pocket carry. I also liked that you shared your thought process for inclusion and use. I agree with others who have noticed some channels seem to have a short attention span for the tools they carry. I’d rather have a well thought out kit I carry for years. Bonus points for not editing out your cat.
My most important EDC tool is nail clippers. Might sound crazy but I’m dead serious. I do all kinds of works, including IT, handyman, outdoor, etc. I use this tool nearly everyday, sometimes multiple times. You get a cutting surface that can cut and clip through and incredible amount of materials and situations. If you have a nicer one it will have a pick on the back of it which can be used to pry, puncture, and file. It’s basically a micro tool that is legal to carry anywhere in any situation. You will often be stopped for knives or multi tools, depending on where you are, but nobody knows (or cares that) you’re carrying one as it doesn’t print and can be put in any pocket (my preference being the nearly useless coin pocket on most pants). Loose threads, opening boxes, clipping any hangnail or broken nail (or toenail), prying out broken RJ45 ends, cutting zip ties, string or twine, filling burrs or edges, clipping stray hairs, opening difficult cans, prying device backs or compartments open, and the list goes on. They are literally dirt cheap and can be had in bulk easily if you tend to misplace them or stash them everywhere. My only wish is that I could get one side of the flip pick / file to come sharpened (because then it’s a conceal carry mini pocket knife).
Phone, knife, wallet, keys. That's all I carry. I tried carrying a bunch of stuff i might need. But i found i never used any of it. And i like not having alot of stuff in my pockets. I have a ton of EDC stuff, its just scattered around the house.
I always said that any technologies whether physical or digital are just "layers of abstraction between you and what you want to do", so I second your point about using the things you use as a "reflex" kinda thing! While your setup is not exactly my cup of tea in some ways, I appreciate the thought process you've put in and respect the kit in many more ways. I especially like the flashlight and knife choices. (man, UK knife laws are outlandishly silly though)
I'm already into keyboards, I don't need another hobby lol. All jokes aside, I hadn't heard of the EDC community before this video and you explained it very well. EDIT: I also love your cat
An EDC channel which doesn't start with pack a Crocodile Dundee Bowie knife, hurrah, and British, hurrah again. Found your channel via the Knipex Cobra video. I was gifted a Swiss Army Champ or something which turned me off Multitools before I ever handed a Leatherman. I've always had a full set of tools/gear nearby, for work or at home and the comprises in using an eccentric screwdriver are just annoying and awkward. Stop trying to encourage me to stuff more things in my pockets 24/7. !!!!! The soft metal of the Leatherman driver bits is deliberate to stop the rest of the tool being damaged. But as you say renders it useless. In an emergency situation 1 in 3 screws /bolts is too tight and needs grunt force to undo. Will be looking out for the Knipex Cobras in the future. To add to my Lock n Lock box!!
A vero fulcrum mini is a nice thing to have. They are quite pricey for what they are but they’re made of titanium, have space for two screwdriver bits and a flathead on the end.
Workflow - this was kind of exactly (kind of...exactly....hmmm) what I was looking for. Everybody has gear reviews, you can find them all day long. Very few people (you are the first I have found) that really go through and show how you organize and accomplish your EDC.
Well thought out edc! I’m very saddened that you guys have allowed your government to have so much power over you! A lock blade knife is a much safer knife as you stated. We have some (unconstitutional) states in the US that are almost that bad or even worse in some respects. Most of us won’t live in them. Lol But unless you do something crazy, chances of getting caught with “illegal” items is slim to none anyway!
I carry a lot in my cargo pants a pouch full of tidbits and bandaids and a multi compartment pill container and a small maxpedition coin pouch that has repurposed pill tubes full of medications.
My wife thinks we’re twins, not in appearance, but in philosophy. I carry many of the same things. I find the Victorinox Huntsman to work well for me. I also have a separate set of things in my jacket for when I leave the house. Great video, I look forward to seeing more.
I have the Swiss Champ and Swiss Handyman, Swiss Champ is the only model you will ever need; it has almost everything in it, there are models with torch and USB Stick even, Swiss Knives are truly fab gear, Leatherman is better, but you cannot carry that around other than when out camping if in UK, because it has locking blades, Swiss Champ doesn't
If you ever want something different than the arc wallet I highly recommend a chums wallet. You can fit those same items and it's water resistant and like 9$ in the US atleast. Love mine. Have talked about them on my channel. Great video keep it up!
I have a chums wallet, and really like it. I can fit the cards I need and cash and still have space to put a knife or chapstick or whatever I need in the small outside pocket. I’ve had it for a few months now and haven’t had any issues with it
@@chrisj3423 absolutely solid purchase. I bought a bunch to swap out as they wear out but haven't needed any and I've carried this one for like 5 years. Very minimal, if any noticeable wear. plus they're much more comfortable than rigid wallets.
Great video as always. I'm also in the UK and I didn't know about the locking blade thing. I thought you just couldn't have a blade longer than 3 inches. I have a Leatherman Wave (with a locking blade), which I carry on my belt in its pouch and I have a pen in the side pocket. I used to have a Spacepen, but I didn't have the clip and lost it :-(. I have always used my phone as a torch, but that handfree clip-on option looks a great idea. Also having plasters and alcohol wipes with you all the time is a good idea (I also have kids). I have my phone in my front pocket, because I hate taking things out every time I sit down.
Yeah the locking blade thing was a suprise to me too (after buying a skeletool!). So funny about the space pen - I literally just made the point about them being lost without the pocket clip in this video!! ruclips.net/video/vTmOMuHCtzw/видео.html
To combat the issue of having a none locking blade on a multi tool i carry a leatherman juice. I think it's discontinued now but you can still get them. The pliers are a good size and very capable. Do have larger multi tools but don't carry then on me. Check them out if you do want something with blade
I actually have one of those! Almost as heavy as the Rebar, none of the tools lock, no replaceable cutting blades etc. Having a larger separate knife is actually a big bonus of the approach too, really useful. The pliars are a good bit bigger than my juice too, without much weight or bulk penalty. Thats just where I decided to draw the line at any rate!
@@BenVallack ok hadn't realised that. If I have used the wire cutters a few times on thin stuff but would use a dedicated wire cutter on thicker stuff. Like your gear setup though
I always go with keys, leather wallet, phone, keys, a bandana, and a Swiss Army knife. Bonus points for flat pack duck tape in the wallet and a Phillips driver keychain. My EDC for the past decade or more.
That's why I wear cargo-pants. "Stuff" goes left leg, wallet goes right leg (and in corona-times a a small hand-sanatizer with it), keys in the right front pocket, phone in the left front pocket, flashlight in a belt pouch. NOTHING in the back pocket(s). That has some benefits: 1.) You can't accidentelly sit on your phone. 2.) Your phone or your wallet can't easily be stolen from your back pocket; you have more control. 3.) The back pocket(s) can be used occasionally for a small umbrella or for a folded (thin) shopping bag - hands stay free.
I like your system! Don’t think your “crazy” at all. I have my EDC and of course it is a little bit different than yours, but you have a very nice EDC.
I also share your thinking. I tend to gravitate to the convenience side. To me the unsolved problem is to do an easy carry given the total weight of the items, their bulkiness, real life every day utility and having very easy access to a specific item at any time (also a must-have requirement in my book). I have found that it is easier and convenient for me to carry very small and above all very lightweight utilitarian items at all times. Some items go in a small multi-compartments leather pocket wallet for IDs/cards (mini pencil, mini paper pad, mini bars), others items go in a Countycomm titanium bead chain in my neck (olight microlight i3E EOS, Wazoo Survival micro ceramic blade, DGQ smallest titanium micro flood light, Splinter Sander micro knife), others items go with my keys in a key holder that attaches to my belt loop (plastic fox 40 whistle, Quiet Carry bandit micro knife, Countycomm micro prybar, Olight i1R EOS microlight, a titanium toothpick holder, a minimalist titanium bottle opener/flat screwdriver), others items go in a wazoo survival cache belt with its integrated compartments (Quiet Carry titanium-scales IQ knife, Victorinox nail clipper, Countycomm screwdriver, Vital Carry titanium pointed punch) and pens in the shirt front pocket (Fura titanium tactical pen in black ink and Countycomm titanium Embassy pen in a blue ink Fisher Space refill. Both double as defense tools). This arrangement which has taken me many years to figure it out works very well as EDC. Even though titanium items are expensive, I prefer same because of their lightness and the resistance to corrosion when compared to stainless steel items, which in a tropical, humid place is of high consideration.
Great video, it's nice seeing a clean and well thought out EDC system!! I'm so happy you mentioned the ARC Bolder, I want to get one to add to my EDC but couldn't remember the name, thanks! One of my favorite EDC items I got way back was my carabiner that doubles as a bottle opener, so much unexpected use from it!
I know you're *supposed* to use a tick remover. But if you've been outside where ticks are on any particular day, it is best to do a tick check once you've gone inside--or, just regularly if you think of it. If it's only been a few hours, chances are that whatever tick has attached itself to you isn't going to be embedded so deeply that you can't grasp it firmly at the base and tug it out slowly with your fingers. I don't get ticks often, but I've never used a tick remover before. I can see their value in ticks that are embedded--but I've never felt the need to make them a part of my EDC. I do think the alcohol wipes are a good idea, though, especially if you're worried about Lyme disease. Thanks for making your video. EDC is always fun. And give that sweet Elsie a scritch for me!
the EU really should make multi-tools like leatherman an exception to the locking blade rule. so glad i am in the US where i can carry locking blade folders though we got our own dumb laws like blade length limit to 3.5 inches in my state ;|. and most of the great folders out there are 4-4.5 inch blades sadly.
I like Olight and have used a few around the world, but just know they dropped the ball with the Open. The proud button comes on in your pocket and kills the battery, and my first refill didn't write well at all. Turns out the pressurized refill wasn't made right and came dry.
Cheers for showing that mate, I didn't realise you got Sharpie minis so I'll be getting some, thank you. Got to say though, I don't carry my gear in the house, as soon as I'm in the door its strides off and shorts on, I have bits and bobs dotted about the house to make my life easier. I have 2 separate 'normal' wallets that I pack with a lot of my smaller stuff, I'm maybe wrong but I think wallets look less 'odd' and don't draw as much attention although as my pockets are pretty full, I'm maybe deluding myself.
In case people can’t understand American’s reluctance for more gun control, just look at the idiotic laws in the UK and other countries regarding locking knives. Regulations like that just make common tools like knives more dangerous for law abiding citizens.
All those items if I carried them in pants pockets would wear me down at the hips while walking. Pouches are good for cargo style pockets on the side of the pants' leg. But even then, the weight is noticeable. I carry a small sling bag for lunch & toss any edc items in it I'm not using throughout the day to lighten my pocket load out. My friends edc fanny packs for the same reason where they toss it up on the dashboard or hang it up somewhere. I like your thinking on your included items.
It's hilarious just how crazy different the EDC videos by British youtubers are from American youtubers. Americans walking around with fucking "tactical" pens (aka STABBING pens), a tourniquet AND an Israeli bandage (just in case you walk into a warzone), and different kinds of rope, while you sensible Brits just ask "will this be used in the place where I am going today?"
I have carried many different items over the last 20 years but I have boiled it down. Pistol at 4oclock, extra magazine, olight i3t, Ontario rat 1, Gerber dime multitool, pretty much covers me.
Great Ideas Ben, I have a zippo insert on the way from Fleabay. Have you ever considered a Swiss army knife? I carry the handyman, no locking blades but it has two blades saw and pliers plus lots of other goodies. All my stuff lives in a bum bag that sits inside the front room which I just pick up on the way out the house.
Cheers Russ, yeah I looked hard at swiss army knives, trouble is I've had the screwdrivers close on my fingers enough times to value the full locking tools on the Rebar. Also why I ruled out the smaller non-locking Leathermans. At least this way I have everything locking that is allowed to be!
Great video. Explaining your thinking behind your EDC system was really useful and thought provoking. One question where do you carry cash/cards? In one of those pouches or a separate wallet?
Looking forward to the rebar review. Like you mentioned, slips are great for making heavy items easier to carry.... something about spreading-out the weight. The rebar is still pretty big for edc, but I’m looking at getting a slip for my pioneer x and space pen.
Thanks! Heh, every now and again I resolve to get rid of it, but then I realise I'd loose the auto unlock on my mac, siri to add reminders and control blinds/lights, apple pay in shops, international time zones etc - as 'frilly' as it is it does have genuine utility :)
@@BenVallack could you demo this? I'd like to see all these utilities, cuz I rarely see any utility in 'em! I have one buddy who keeps to a schedule and answers emails promptly with his smart watch.
Hi Ben great vid , good stuff, like you I'm on the look out for the perfect set up , the EDC pocket organiser s are good, I've found this guy out, urban stich ,he is on Etsy UK company makes hanks, and pocket organisers, good prices.
I found this very helpful. I even have some of the same items already, but your layout and system is much more coherent. Thanks for the tips. I'm off to check out the pouch!
So it looks like the Leatherman Rebar knifeless model is no longer available on the US Amazon store. Any idea if your knifeless Rebar is the same size as the Rebar that's on US Amazon?
In my opinion, this is overkill, I am a smoker, so I always carry a box of cigarettes, a lighter, phone, car keys, cash without a wallet and 2 cards in a super slim cardholder, like 3mm slim, and my pockets are full, this just looks uncomfortable, I would like to carry a smallest swiss-army knife there is, and that's it, or make something like this but in a bag.
ruclips.net/video/iOupyi-lQZM/видео.html I thought these were a pretty good design but I’ve now redesigned my pocket carry to work in anything with two normal pockets, even slim jeans. Video coming soon, it’s going to be a good one!
I'm honestly shocked more people haven't talked about the parun mini for EDC, for exactly the reason you mentioned. I've been keeping one too, for the same reasons. Hands-free light. The baton mini is great if you wear hats with stiff brims regularly, since you can quickly set it up as a headlamp. But 9.9/10 times, I'm wearing a shirt lol, and I don't wear hats every day. The only trouble is when I'm wearing thinner shirts, and I think I'm going to experiment with maybe a business card? Or something similar. Slip that between the clip and the shirt for a bit of extra rigidity so the light isn't flopping around so much. But in the cooler months, when I'm wearing more substantial fabrics, it's not an issue.
@@Lazerscythe Oh nice, I hadn't heard about that! I still carry my Perun Mini daily, especially in the colder months when everything gets dark so early, but the additional red light might be worth the upgrade on its own.
Just come across this vid from a different one on your channel, and I think the main take away from this is that every person is different and has different requirements. On a day to day basis I don't need any of this stuff that you carry around with you all the time; to be weighed down in this way, to me, seems crazy. If I can get away with it I have nothing in my pockets - I even leave my phone behind (that's what the Watch is for!). Having said that: The moment I step outside, my need for all of these items increases. And that's where having a light sling with all of this jazz in, right by the door, makes the most sense to me. Especially as I like to carry a small Fuji camera with me (Phones are fine; cameras are better) then a bag makes a lot more sense. I'll be checking out a few of these items (especially that sweet light) as they'll be excellent in my bag. Nice vid!
Love your advice. I’ve picked up some of the items you suggested and find they work really well. I’m curious what thumb screw you used on the Luna as I can’t seem to find one that works and fits well.
I've found that I just carry a knife, flashlight, pen, wallet, and phone on me at all times. Everything else I carry in my car which is nearby 95% of the time. First aid, tools, etc., goes in my car. I've also found that full size works better than small leatherman size tools. Real scissors, screwdrivers, wrenches, first aid kits, dopp kit, etc.
Cards/ cash, notepad,pen,sharpie,iPhone,flashlight, grandpas pocket knife, tourniquet, bandana, microfiber towel, Kabar tdi small, glock 43 with a pierce grip +1, spare magazine in a tier 1 concealed appendix holster. Looking to add a multi tool inside maybe in an ankle carry med kit? Maybe
On the non-locking blade front. If its expected to be needed (e.g. you're out hiking or doing some diy) you can still carry fixed blade knives, its just not acceptable to carry one 24/7 for EDC (say to the corner shop). But... you have cable ties. Cable ties can act as quite an effective lock around a slip blade. Just zip a couple up tight at the base of the blade and it'll prevent it from collapsing on your fingers. Useful in a pinch when you need to do something a little different with your blade than normal.
somehow all these EDC videos are complicating things more than they are. when i have to leave a key out of my EDC because its not "necessary" but I'm carrying a flashlight, cableties and a tick-remover.....lol
I carry edc equipment but being in the UK never yet seen anyone else with one. Lock open knives,safe to work with but illegal here.A law obviously made by someone who has never done any manual work. Good kit you carry,useful stuff.
You have to be careful not to squeeze its insides back into you or pull the body off the head. A tick remover definitely improves your odds of extracting the head properly.
What I like the most is your EDC for is good for everyday living . . . pretty cool items. In American the focus is on "survival" . . . okay that's all well and good but 80% to 90% of your time is doing normal stuff. Having said that I do a different take by wrapping items in a cotton bandana, folding it all up and stuffing it in my Boonie hat. I put mainly flat items in- fresnel lens (for reading mainly), small bic lighter, needle and thread, duck tape, electrical tape, small ferro rod, house key, box knife blade, condom for water (using the bandana to carry it), bandaids and so forth. When I put the hat on it feels normal, like nothing is there. The only I don't like is the hat was made in China. China is on my shit list.
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God bless you. Thank GOD for 1776. No locking blades? It's ridiculous to imagine the thought that went into that law. Good job for what you have to abide by. I enjoyed your video. It's tragic to imagine such nonsense applied to a simple pocket blade. Brian-Texas
Being able to open a knife with one hand should make the knife illegal to carry too...
Hi, I don't know if anyone else's mentioned this but may I suggest that you get the SOG PowerPint PP1001. Cracking little multitool and since you're obviously handy you can make it UK legall with just a small modification. There's a video here on youtuve on how to do that. Anyway it's much more pocketable and it's coming at about 60 gr lighter than the leatherman rebar if I recall correctly.
Can you please do a short update, pocket dump style, of how this evolved? I‘ve seen you switch to a different pouch, a Solis, Knipex Cobra … how does it sit in your pockets now?
The main issue I have with most EDC channels is that they never seem to have used any of the items for very long. I think you should have had something in your pocket for at least 6 months before it can be classed as EDC!
Totally! This kit is still in use in my pockets right now. I have made two very intersting changes which I will be doing a video on soon (additions not swapping).
I thought you were going to say longer than 5 years.
Most EDC channels exist solely to sell you crap. Consequently, they need new crap to create new content to keep selling you more crap.
If you're cranking out content, after awhile you start having to talk about items you've only had for a week. That's the problem with youtube, people often feel forced to crank out Content despite not really having the material they need to crank it out.
@@kaufmanat1 paid shills?
What a refreshing video. Thank you for making the term EDC something other than showing how much useless stuff can fit in a pouch. You really took time to explain why it works and is practical. Kudos to you.
I appreciate your EDC setup more than most I've seen because its easy to tell you genuinely use it. You spent money where it mattered, and created solutions where a personal touch was needed. That's my style as well and its awesome to see that in others. Good stuff.
Thanks so much! I have some interesting additions to it coming up in a new video too :)
Stick a sewing kit in there, never know when something busts open when you are out and about, safety pins will hold it together until you get a chance to repair it properly
@@BenVallack
Sewing kit, safety pins actually, and duct tape by the way, fab for sealing up a busted backpack and all your stuff falling out, not an entire roll of duct tape, that too bulky for a pocket only EDC system; just wrap like a metre or two around a flash light, It's handy
@@Jmbr-eh6xr "something busts open" -- yeah, like your pockets!
@@Graham_Wideman
Ha ha, naw it's fine; just avoid buying crap trousers 👖, had pairs of crap quality ones, pockets that started getting holes in them within a few months, piss fuckin poor quality 👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻
this video is so good i watched it again today. I think there are only a few upgrades I would consider, the ever-ratchet clip instead of a carabiner, and maybe a coiled lanyard, so you have somewhat more reach.
Cool ideas! Thanks for your comments!
Very well presented. I especially liked the focus on convenience and pocket carry. I also liked that you shared your thought process for inclusion and use. I agree with others who have noticed some channels seem to have a short attention span for the tools they carry. I’d rather have a well thought out kit I carry for years. Bonus points for not editing out your cat.
Thanks!
My most important EDC tool is nail clippers. Might sound crazy but I’m dead serious.
I do all kinds of works, including IT, handyman, outdoor, etc. I use this tool nearly everyday, sometimes multiple times.
You get a cutting surface that can cut and clip through and incredible amount of materials and situations.
If you have a nicer one it will have a pick on the back of it which can be used to pry, puncture, and file.
It’s basically a micro tool that is legal to carry anywhere in any situation.
You will often be stopped for knives or multi tools, depending on where you are, but nobody knows (or cares that) you’re carrying one as it doesn’t print and can be put in any pocket (my preference being the nearly useless coin pocket on most pants).
Loose threads, opening boxes, clipping any hangnail or broken nail (or toenail), prying out broken RJ45 ends, cutting zip ties, string or twine, filling burrs or edges, clipping stray hairs, opening difficult cans, prying device backs or compartments open, and the list goes on. They are literally dirt cheap and can be had in bulk easily if you tend to misplace them or stash them everywhere. My only wish is that I could get one side of the flip pick / file to come sharpened (because then it’s a conceal carry mini pocket knife).
Brilliant!! Thanks for the sharing!
The classic Victorinox mini plays a very similar role for me, but with a small screwdriver, tweezers and toothpick included
I like your analytical approach to designing your everyday carry. 👍
Phone, knife, wallet, keys. That's all I carry. I tried carrying a bunch of stuff i might need. But i found i never used any of it. And i like not having alot of stuff in my pockets. I have a ton of EDC stuff, its just scattered around the house.
Yeah, same. Plus my PPK/S. I guess we're minimalist. I do have a small flash light.
Great video. Nice to see a Brit's perspective on EDC. for knives that don't lock, I think Spyderco has some of the best under the "slipit" line
UKPK all day long, baby!
I always said that any technologies whether physical or digital are just "layers of abstraction between you and what you want to do", so I second your point about using the things you use as a "reflex" kinda thing! While your setup is not exactly my cup of tea in some ways, I appreciate the thought process you've put in and respect the kit in many more ways. I especially like the flashlight and knife choices. (man, UK knife laws are outlandishly silly though)
Another class video.. well done
I'm already into keyboards, I don't need another hobby lol. All jokes aside, I hadn't heard of the EDC community before this video and you explained it very well.
EDIT: I also love your cat
Buddy it's a rabbit hole. Be warned lol
An EDC channel which doesn't start with pack a Crocodile Dundee Bowie knife, hurrah, and British, hurrah again.
Found your channel via the Knipex Cobra video. I was gifted a Swiss Army Champ or something which turned me off Multitools before I ever handed a Leatherman.
I've always had a full set of tools/gear nearby, for work or at home and the comprises in using an eccentric screwdriver are just annoying and awkward.
Stop trying to encourage me to stuff more things in my pockets 24/7. !!!!!
The soft metal of the Leatherman driver bits is deliberate to stop the rest of the tool being damaged.
But as you say renders it useless. In an emergency situation 1 in 3 screws /bolts is too tight and needs grunt force to undo.
Will be looking out for the Knipex Cobras in the future. To add to my Lock n Lock box!!
I'd love to hear more ideas about useful things to carry in your pockets - let me know below!
Thanks! I love victorinox stuff but would miss the pliars too much I think.
A vero fulcrum mini is a nice thing to have. They are quite pricey for what they are but they’re made of titanium, have space for two screwdriver bits and a flathead on the end.
@@BenVallack magnets
@@armyalooftv7481 tell me more! What is the use case?
@@abominathan932 Ah yes that is awesome!
The ultimate dad edc. I love it!
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Where do you fit the cat? Clearly an EDC item.
Workflow - this was kind of exactly (kind of...exactly....hmmm) what I was looking for. Everybody has gear reviews, you can find them all day long. Very few people (you are the first I have found) that really go through and show how you organize and accomplish your EDC.
I apply this principle to all kinds of other things on this channel too :)
Well thought out edc! I’m very saddened that you guys have allowed your government to have so much power over you! A lock blade knife is a much safer knife as you stated. We have some (unconstitutional) states in the US that are almost that bad or even worse in some respects. Most of us won’t live in them. Lol But unless you do something crazy, chances of getting caught with “illegal” items is slim to none anyway!
I carry a lot in my cargo pants a pouch full of tidbits and bandaids and a multi compartment pill container and a small maxpedition coin pouch that has repurposed pill tubes full of medications.
you did a great job describing EDC philosophy. Great content.
Thanks! Love your channel - deserves way more views/subs!
@@BenVallack means a lot! thanks! I need to spend more time on RUclips rather than IG.
My wife thinks we’re twins, not in appearance, but in philosophy. I carry many of the same things. I find the Victorinox Huntsman to work well for me. I also have a separate set of things in my jacket for when I leave the house. Great video, I look forward to seeing more.
EDC twins!🤣👍🏼
I have the Swiss Champ and Swiss Handyman, Swiss Champ is the only model you will ever need; it has almost everything in it, there are models with torch and USB Stick even, Swiss Knives are truly fab gear, Leatherman is better, but you cannot carry that around other than when out camping if in UK, because it has locking blades, Swiss Champ doesn't
"someone's crashed into your car and you need to leave a note" - what
that was one of the best videos I have ever watched. no room for improvement. 10/10.
Thanks so much!
If you ever want something different than the arc wallet I highly recommend a chums wallet. You can fit those same items and it's water resistant and like 9$ in the US atleast. Love mine. Have talked about them on my channel. Great video keep it up!
I have a chums wallet, and really like it. I can fit the cards I need and cash and still have space to put a knife or chapstick or whatever I need in the small outside pocket. I’ve had it for a few months now and haven’t had any issues with it
@@chrisj3423 absolutely solid purchase. I bought a bunch to swap out as they wear out but haven't needed any and I've carried this one for like 5 years. Very minimal, if any noticeable wear. plus they're much more comfortable than rigid wallets.
brilliantly thought out and delivered. grateful for your time and perspective.
Great video as always. I'm also in the UK and I didn't know about the locking blade thing. I thought you just couldn't have a blade longer than 3 inches. I have a Leatherman Wave (with a locking blade), which I carry on my belt in its pouch and I have a pen in the side pocket. I used to have a Spacepen, but I didn't have the clip and lost it :-(. I have always used my phone as a torch, but that handfree clip-on option looks a great idea. Also having plasters and alcohol wipes with you all the time is a good idea (I also have kids). I have my phone in my front pocket, because I hate taking things out every time I sit down.
Yeah the locking blade thing was a suprise to me too (after buying a skeletool!). So funny about the space pen - I literally just made the point about them being lost without the pocket clip in this video!! ruclips.net/video/vTmOMuHCtzw/видео.html
What pockets do your keyboard halves go in?
Heh, front right cargo.
To combat the issue of having a none locking blade on a multi tool i carry a leatherman juice. I think it's discontinued now but you can still get them. The pliers are a good size and very capable. Do have larger multi tools but don't carry then on me. Check them out if you do want something with blade
I actually have one of those! Almost as heavy as the Rebar, none of the tools lock, no replaceable cutting blades etc. Having a larger separate knife is actually a big bonus of the approach too, really useful. The pliars are a good bit bigger than my juice too, without much weight or bulk penalty. Thats just where I decided to draw the line at any rate!
@@BenVallack ok hadn't realised that. If I have used the wire cutters a few times on thin stuff but would use a dedicated wire cutter on thicker stuff. Like your gear setup though
@@michaelgatford6194 Sweet as - lots of fun options to play with for sure! Appreciate your comments!
@@BenVallack defo thinking of getting the leatherman free p4 at some point. Look forward to your next video
Awesome looking tool, I'd be all over a bladeless version of that!
I always go with keys, leather wallet, phone, keys, a bandana, and a Swiss Army knife. Bonus points for flat pack duck tape in the wallet and a Phillips driver keychain. My EDC for the past decade or more.
That's why I wear cargo-pants. "Stuff" goes left leg, wallet goes right leg (and in corona-times a a small hand-sanatizer with it), keys in the right front pocket, phone in the left front pocket, flashlight in a belt pouch.
NOTHING in the back pocket(s). That has some benefits: 1.) You can't accidentelly sit on your phone. 2.) Your phone or your wallet can't easily be stolen from your back pocket; you have more control. 3.) The back pocket(s) can be used occasionally for a small umbrella or for a folded (thin) shopping bag - hands stay free.
I like your system! Don’t think your “crazy” at all. I have my EDC and of course it is a little bit different than yours, but you have a very nice EDC.
I also share your thinking. I tend to gravitate to the convenience side. To me the unsolved problem is to do an easy carry given the total weight of the items, their bulkiness, real life every day utility and having very easy access to a specific item at any time (also a must-have requirement in my book). I have found that it is easier and convenient for me to carry very small and above all very lightweight utilitarian items at all times. Some items go in a small multi-compartments leather pocket wallet for IDs/cards (mini pencil, mini paper pad, mini bars), others items go in a Countycomm titanium bead chain in my neck (olight microlight i3E EOS, Wazoo Survival micro ceramic blade, DGQ smallest titanium micro flood light, Splinter Sander micro knife), others items go with my keys in a key holder that attaches to my belt loop (plastic fox 40 whistle, Quiet Carry bandit micro knife, Countycomm micro prybar, Olight i1R EOS microlight, a titanium toothpick holder, a minimalist titanium bottle opener/flat screwdriver), others items go in a wazoo survival cache belt with its integrated compartments (Quiet Carry titanium-scales IQ knife, Victorinox nail clipper, Countycomm screwdriver, Vital Carry titanium pointed punch) and pens in the shirt front pocket (Fura titanium tactical pen in black ink and Countycomm titanium Embassy pen in a blue ink Fisher Space refill. Both double as defense tools). This arrangement which has taken me many years to figure it out works very well as EDC. Even though titanium items are expensive, I prefer same because of their lightness and the resistance to corrosion when compared to stainless steel items, which in a tropical, humid place is of high consideration.
Fantastic stuff! Thanks for sharing!
Great video, it's nice seeing a clean and well thought out EDC system!! I'm so happy you mentioned the ARC Bolder, I want to get one to add to my EDC but couldn't remember the name, thanks!
One of my favorite EDC items I got way back was my carabiner that doubles as a bottle opener, so much unexpected use from it!
I know you're *supposed* to use a tick remover. But if you've been outside where ticks are on any particular day, it is best to do a tick check once you've gone inside--or, just regularly if you think of it. If it's only been a few hours, chances are that whatever tick has attached itself to you isn't going to be embedded so deeply that you can't grasp it firmly at the base and tug it out slowly with your fingers. I don't get ticks often, but I've never used a tick remover before. I can see their value in ticks that are embedded--but I've never felt the need to make them a part of my EDC. I do think the alcohol wipes are a good idea, though, especially if you're worried about Lyme disease.
Thanks for making your video. EDC is always fun. And give that sweet Elsie a scritch for me!
the EU really should make multi-tools like leatherman an exception to the locking blade rule. so glad i am in the US where i can carry locking blade folders though we got our own dumb laws like blade length limit to 3.5 inches in my state ;|. and most of the great folders out there are 4-4.5 inch blades sadly.
I like Olight and have used a few around the world, but just know they dropped the ball with the Open. The proud button comes on in your pocket and kills the battery, and my first refill didn't write well at all. Turns out the pressurized refill wasn't made right and came dry.
Cheers for showing that mate, I didn't realise you got Sharpie minis so I'll be getting some, thank you. Got to say though, I don't carry my gear in the house, as soon as I'm in the door its strides off and shorts on, I have bits and bobs dotted about the house to make my life easier. I have 2 separate 'normal' wallets that I pack with a lot of my smaller stuff, I'm maybe wrong but I think wallets look less 'odd' and don't draw as much attention although as my pockets are pretty full, I'm maybe deluding myself.
In case people can’t understand American’s reluctance for more gun control, just look at the idiotic laws in the UK and other countries regarding locking knives. Regulations like that just make common tools like knives more dangerous for law abiding citizens.
All those items if I carried them in pants pockets would wear me down at the hips while walking. Pouches are good for cargo style pockets on the side of the pants' leg. But even then, the weight is noticeable. I carry a small sling bag for lunch & toss any edc items in it I'm not using throughout the day to lighten my pocket load out. My friends edc fanny packs for the same reason where they toss it up on the dashboard or hang it up somewhere. I like your thinking on your included items.
It's hilarious just how crazy different the EDC videos by British youtubers are from American youtubers. Americans walking around with fucking "tactical" pens (aka STABBING pens), a tourniquet AND an Israeli bandage (just in case you walk into a warzone), and different kinds of rope, while you sensible Brits just ask "will this be used in the place where I am going today?"
Hehe
Good kit mate. Thoughtfully put together.
I have carried many different items over the last 20 years but I have boiled it down. Pistol at 4oclock, extra magazine, olight i3t, Ontario rat 1, Gerber dime multitool, pretty much covers me.
Entertaining video..... The cat seems to want to take away your prominence🖤🖤
My partner put a screwdriver next to the batteries. Even more convenient than going for the toolbox or lugging it around.
Had you made this vid 20 mins long, you could've squeezed another dozen ads.
What pants are those? I’m trying to find pants that hold more EDC items such as yours.
We put keypad locks on the house and garage so we don’t need any of those keys with us. Easy fix and massive convenience
Good informative video bro. I carry mamy items daily and i like some of your details. Thanks.
Awesome video, as always. Thanks!
Great Ideas Ben, I have a zippo insert on the way from Fleabay. Have you ever considered a Swiss army knife? I carry the handyman, no locking blades but it has two blades saw and pliers plus lots of other goodies.
All my stuff lives in a bum bag that sits inside the front room which I just pick up on the way out the house.
Cheers Russ, yeah I looked hard at swiss army knives, trouble is I've had the screwdrivers close on my fingers enough times to value the full locking tools on the Rebar. Also why I ruled out the smaller non-locking Leathermans. At least this way I have everything locking that is allowed to be!
I didn’t notice the annotations until later, but for anyone else wondering, it’s a Real Steel Luna
Mate has the keys on the cord type set up but used bungee cord. Can still be used in a pinch and has flex when keys are hooked on trousers or bag
You’re a genius, videos are helpful thank you dearly
Great video. Explaining your thinking behind your EDC system was really useful and thought provoking. One question where do you carry cash/cards? In one of those pouches or a separate wallet?
I’m guessing he just uses Apple Pay! We are becoming very NWO cashless in the UK now
American checking in. Uk knife laws sounds like trash to me.
Looking forward to the rebar review. Like you mentioned, slips are great for making heavy items easier to carry.... something about spreading-out the weight. The rebar is still pretty big for edc, but I’m looking at getting a slip for my pioneer x and space pen.
Great video. Next we lose the smart watch.
Thanks! Heh, every now and again I resolve to get rid of it, but then I realise I'd loose the auto unlock on my mac, siri to add reminders and control blinds/lights, apple pay in shops, international time zones etc - as 'frilly' as it is it does have genuine utility :)
@@BenVallack could you demo this? I'd like to see all these utilities, cuz I rarely see any utility in 'em!
I have one buddy who keeps to a schedule and answers emails promptly with his smart watch.
@@latetodagame1892 Yeah it‘s a bit of a funny one, it‘s kind of the invisible stuff that I like it for. Will try and put a video together.
Lol, I have a tick remover. I thought I was the only one 😂
My minichamp, can't leave the house without it
2:22 no way a little kid has more drip than 90% of guys i see on the street
Hi Ben great vid , good stuff, like you I'm on the look out for the perfect set up , the EDC pocket organiser s are good, I've found this guy out, urban stich ,he is on Etsy UK company makes hanks, and pocket organisers, good prices.
Awesome thanks, will check him out.
I found this very helpful. I even have some of the same items already, but your layout and system is much more coherent. Thanks for the tips. I'm off to check out the pouch!
Thanks! I have newer ideas on more recent vids too.
Thanks for recommending the olight perun mini! I've been looking for a good periscope torchlight for the longest time.
It’s such a game changer, lives in my pocket without fail!
@@BenVallack Thank you for the video, cheers and stay safe!
So it looks like the Leatherman Rebar knifeless model is no longer available on the US Amazon store. Any idea if your knifeless Rebar is the same size as the Rebar that's on US Amazon?
Pretty sure they're the same except for the knife swap. Good riddance to that though if they've discontinued it!
The Etsy links say the boulder wallet is not available in my country (UK). Did something change?
Hum must have done - I got it from Etsy and arrived here no trouble.
In my opinion, this is overkill, I am a smoker, so I always carry a box of cigarettes, a lighter, phone, car keys, cash without a wallet and 2 cards in a super slim cardholder, like 3mm slim, and my pockets are full, this just looks uncomfortable, I would like to carry a smallest swiss-army knife there is, and that's it, or make something like this but in a bag.
I’m looking for an alternative to my cargo pants as part of my EDC setup. What pants do you find useful?
ruclips.net/video/iOupyi-lQZM/видео.html I thought these were a pretty good design but I’ve now redesigned my pocket carry to work in anything with two normal pockets, even slim jeans. Video coming soon, it’s going to be a good one!
Fun fact: you don’t really need any of that crap
Im sure you already do it, but that perun is a perfect low profile night stand light
Yep for sure!
What are you running for EDC 3 years later? Just found you and your videos. Great job on this one.
Thanks! Working on a new video on that now!
Even as an experienced edc "hobbyist" I quite enjoyed this video. Well done.
Thank you very much!
I'm honestly shocked more people haven't talked about the parun mini for EDC, for exactly the reason you mentioned. I've been keeping one too, for the same reasons. Hands-free light. The baton mini is great if you wear hats with stiff brims regularly, since you can quickly set it up as a headlamp. But 9.9/10 times, I'm wearing a shirt lol, and I don't wear hats every day. The only trouble is when I'm wearing thinner shirts, and I think I'm going to experiment with maybe a business card? Or something similar. Slip that between the clip and the shirt for a bit of extra rigidity so the light isn't flopping around so much. But in the cooler months, when I'm wearing more substantial fabrics, it's not an issue.
The Perun Mini 2 released recently, tempted to get that.
@@Lazerscythe Oh nice, I hadn't heard about that! I still carry my Perun Mini daily, especially in the colder months when everything gets dark so early, but the additional red light might be worth the upgrade on its own.
watched a LOT of edc videos but yours has the neatest format. 👍🏻
You are super cute!
@1:03 so focused on EDC you forgot to close the door behind you :)
Heh only taking the bin out so left open to save time on the way back in :)
Just come across this vid from a different one on your channel, and I think the main take away from this is that every person is different and has different requirements. On a day to day basis I don't need any of this stuff that you carry around with you all the time; to be weighed down in this way, to me, seems crazy. If I can get away with it I have nothing in my pockets - I even leave my phone behind (that's what the Watch is for!).
Having said that: The moment I step outside, my need for all of these items increases. And that's where having a light sling with all of this jazz in, right by the door, makes the most sense to me. Especially as I like to carry a small Fuji camera with me (Phones are fine; cameras are better) then a bag makes a lot more sense.
I'll be checking out a few of these items (especially that sweet light) as they'll be excellent in my bag. Nice vid!
Can't carry a locking blade??? What kind of sheep are you... carry one anyway. No Government can take away your right to defend yourself. Sheesh...
Just bought ANOTHER flashlight, thanks. No not the olight, apologies. One of these days but for now I'll stick to the janky off brands.
Very useful and inspiring EDC! A small touchscreen pen might be useful as well. Best regards from Austria 🙂
Can you clarify what you mean?
Mini Stylus Pen for touch screens. I use it for ATMs and signing postal deliveries.
Love your advice. I’ve picked up some of the items you suggested and find they work really well. I’m curious what thumb screw you used on the Luna as I can’t seem to find one that works and fits well.
I've found that I just carry a knife, flashlight, pen, wallet, and phone on me at all times.
Everything else I carry in my car which is nearby 95% of the time. First aid, tools, etc., goes in my car. I've also found that full size works better than small leatherman size tools. Real scissors, screwdrivers, wrenches, first aid kits, dopp kit, etc.
I always carry a swiss army compact, really interesting to see how you edc all that stuff 😀👍
I have Swiss Handyman and Champ, I prefer the Handyman for EDC kit it has everything I need, Champ is a bit too much, for when out camping only
What trousers do you wear for this edc and do you find that you change your edc based on the clothing you wear?
Actually the kit isn’t this video worked pretty well with chinos. My new kit (vid coming soon) works well even in slim jeans though.
Cards/ cash, notepad,pen,sharpie,iPhone,flashlight, grandpas pocket knife, tourniquet, bandana, microfiber towel, Kabar tdi small, glock 43 with a pierce grip +1, spare magazine in a tier 1 concealed appendix holster. Looking to add a multi tool inside maybe in an ankle carry med kit? Maybe
On the non-locking blade front. If its expected to be needed (e.g. you're out hiking or doing some diy) you can still carry fixed blade knives, its just not acceptable to carry one 24/7 for EDC (say to the corner shop).
But... you have cable ties. Cable ties can act as quite an effective lock around a slip blade. Just zip a couple up tight at the base of the blade and it'll prevent it from collapsing on your fingers. Useful in a pinch when you need to do something a little different with your blade than normal.
somehow all these EDC videos are complicating things more than they are. when i have to leave a key out of my EDC because its not "necessary" but I'm carrying a flashlight, cableties and a tick-remover.....lol
Sometimes you have to get complicated to end up with something simple!
@@BenVallack 😀
😆🤣😂 Face mask In back pocket. I keep mine in the trash can. Every sounded great up to that point. Face mask are not E.D.C. for me
Very good, but ditch the facemask!
100%
Every EDC must have a cat 🐱
I carry edc equipment but being in the UK never yet seen anyone else with one. Lock open knives,safe to work with but illegal here.A law obviously made by someone who has never done any manual work. Good kit you carry,useful stuff.
Could you please make a video on a Cycling specific EDC kit. I'd really appreciate your insights.
Well presented. Lots of good stuff!
i can highly recommend the Spyderco Lil native G10 as an edc knife
25% of the video and he still hasn't opened the wallet. Sigh.
This is an old video. Stay tuned for an updated version looking at my new wallet kit!
Do you have any input on a holster to carry the cat? Semms an integral portion of the EDC...
This is a very practical and well thought-through EDC.
How can you sit with your phone in your back pocket?
Take it out whenever sitting down
Tick remover? I always just used my leatherman pliers I didn’t even know a tool for that existed lol
You have to be careful not to squeeze its insides back into you or pull the body off the head. A tick remover definitely improves your odds of extracting the head properly.
@@BenVallack true, I guess I’ve just never had one that had been on long enough to have that problem haha
Stuff in your pockets at home? No thank you, I choose life
Definitely not got time for running around the house looking for the basics!
What I like the most is your EDC for is good for everyday living . . . pretty cool items. In American the focus is on "survival" . . . okay that's all well and good but 80% to 90% of your time is doing normal stuff. Having said that I do a different take by wrapping items in a cotton bandana, folding it all up and stuffing it in my Boonie hat. I put mainly flat items in- fresnel lens (for reading mainly), small bic lighter, needle and thread, duck tape, electrical tape, small ferro rod, house key, box knife blade, condom for water (using the bandana to carry it), bandaids and so forth. When I put the hat on it feels normal, like nothing is there. The only I don't like is the hat was made in China. China is on my shit list.
Where's the link to the little nub thing you added to the knife blade? Never seen something like that! Pretty cool.