Real world edc !! Think about adding 10 sheets of post it notes inside of your notebook. They are extremely useful and don't have to use expensive paper for simple notes .
Ohhhhhh I love my gerber dime. I know you can't show everything, heck you might not even like it but I really think it's the winner in the micro multi tool slot. Despite gerber being kinda trash generally the dime in my experience was very high quality. The all black is overly tight until well broken in but that doesn't seem to be the case for the other colors. Anyway thanks for the video 👍
The thing that makes (or breaks) the Dime is whether or not you need a package opener in your EDC. I've tried lots of different tools, and the Dime is the best at this, bar none, at any price point. And for anyone wondering what makes the package opener so great, it's the kind of packages it's good for. It's nothing special at cutting open boxes. No, its specialty is getting into those plastic packages that come with a plastic bubble sandwiched into layers of cardboard that make it nearly impossible to open easily. The Dime cuts through the plastic with ease, while running no risk of damaging the contents inside.
the bic lighter need swapped out, you need to find a mini clipper if its available in the us,its a bit wider than the bic but its refillable and changable flint where the bic isnt ,i found the flint had perished in my bic lighter and found a mini clipper so it replaced the bic, i was going to say you could swap out the knife and multi tools for a swiss army handyman but at nearly $90 compared to uks £50 pounds it costs new ,its allready killed the budget, im amazed how much there is of a mark up on eu stuff is expensive in the u.s and vice versa, if you can i would go second hand preloved/preowned all the way
If you can find one, the Gerber shard keychain tool is amazing. They were about 5 bucks. Phillip's driver, small and large straight drivers, bottle opener and pry took. Amazing one piece tool.
Loving the choices. A decent mix of less expensive, but still functional items and slightly more expensive gear that'll last you a long time. Great selection.
Been carrying the Lumintop Tool AA for a year now. The clip isn't as strong as I would like but it is a fantastic light! Also added the Worksharp Micro sharpener around half a year ago and it is one great small and compact tool to keep your knife in top condition!
Glad to see the bolster on here. I'm in a couple leatherman groups and for some reason people don't really care too much for it but it's a really solid multi tool for the price.
8cr...I really dislike that steel. I would prefer Aus8...I can supplement edge retention, but 8cr is brittle. but thats one of the reasons I didn't want to push too hard on suggestions in that category. The Air Lite may be unbeatable in the category though.
As far as functionality goes, I would have gone with a nice multi-tool with a plyers and a blade (among other things) instead spending so much on a knife and just covering cutting.
The millwaukee utillity knife is my new love! And yes, I did improve on it: I made a small styrene 1/4 hex "Sabot" that kan hold an exacto blade and then be fitted in the bitholder. I also added a styrene "lid" to the side with the indention on the scale wich allows me to carry an extra exacto blade in the same way as the utillity blade... That way it becomes an EPIC knife imo, with two replaceable blades for different job applications. (I carry a homemade multitool with a bitdriver and bitcompartment on the side, wich is why I didn't need the milwaukee as a bitdriver.) I also painted the different symbols and brand markings with black paint and filled the holes up with superglue and sanded everything smooth... Now it is a slick tool and it looks even better than orginal IMO...
@@futrellgarage9153 I am only on YT and FB. Same name. I don't have anything up with my EDCs yet since I am currently moving appartment. -Once I get done setting up my new hobby workshop I am planning to do a video... hopefully within the next month...☺️
I would throw in the wowtac a6 for another budget work light. $20, 1500(allegedly) lumens, and a decent warranty. I think a lot of people enjoy budget videos because most can't afford to splurge on every edc item. Great video 👍
Yep, this is what I spend 90% of my money on. I chose this, most don't have that luxury...so yea...I think I need to make a whole series on budget items
If I had to make a $100 EDC Kershaw Emerson CQC $40 or a honey badger in D2(take your pick) Wowtac a6 flashlight, rechargeable and 1460 lumens on tap. $20 right now As for a wallet I use a $3 moneyclip Sharpie with Fine Thick combo For personal use that covers my needs……except the 4-1200 on a g19 or a sig 365xl with aluminum grips and a holosun, plus expensive mags
@@Kill-It-Skin-It-Wear-It I do have a Magnacut blade...it's the most balanced steel currently made. I'd rate it s+ tier, with Vanax and Lc200n just under it.
Also I do appreciate that you added the Bond to the list at the end. I absolutely love that tool. Not sure if this was a QC response from Leatherman, but I bought one in Feb 2021 and carried it exclusively for a year.. the blade is significantly tighter than RUclips tells me it should be. Maybe they listened to you guys? I have to shake it quite violently to get that tip to fall out, and that's after a year of daily carry.
The SwissCard begs to be included and stowed in the Chums external pocket. A pen alternative would be the Zebra Sarasa fineliner. What about a plasma lighter like the Explorer ?
The surf Wallet is great but the fabric will tear away from the zipper after a few months use. I have gone through three wallets with all having the same problem. Still a great wallet for the price
I am new to this channel and I love your selection for under 100 edc. I am eyeing the air lite for quite some time, but it's 100$ and up here in the EU. Other items are quite accessible or even cheaper. Like vics, BIC lighters, pens etc. Great job!
@@maxlvledc only ladybug would be around 70$, delicas are mostly 110$ and up.. There are some CS like pro lite, kiridashi, range boss, finn wolf or something like that. But we have vics, opinels and such everywhere. But they are not hard use, reliable knives.
Russian. зажигалку лучше иметь прозрачную так ты можешь контролировать расход газа. а ещё можно иметь и обычный карандаш, он может писать и верх ногами.
Great review I would like to see your 300$ point of view we are all edc guys Just to have your way of seeing without being in a small budget because for exemple we already have sake or leathermans wallets pencil ........so if your ideas are good it won t cost us 300 but maybe 200 or 150$
Videos like this are kind of insulting. The real purpose of edc is practical stuff that most people should have either for daily use or because you might need an item in a situation where going to a store or getting a toolnout of the garage doesn't work. For one thing, an ultra-thin $50 knife is usually for an everyman edc. An edc knife should be less than $30 and shouldn't fold if it isn't part of a multi-tool. Second, pliers are more useful than a notebook. You can keep notes on your phone or hand in a pinch. The light should be a pen light for edc, or a light/lighter combo. I haven't seen a quality flashlight with an integrated arc lighter, but having an arc lighter that is a back-up light is a no-brainer. An edc pen should be solid enough to break glass or be used as a last ditch weapon, cheap tactical pens in brass are so common there is no other answer. And finally folding scissors are more important than different color pens.
for what purpose should I take all that stuff everyday? This is obviously redundant - I do not need pen and paper - I have my smartphone, I do not need flashlight - I have my smartphone, I do not need knife - I have my smartphone with nfc, so I can order a food in restaurant. Most packages can be EASILY opened with bare hands BY DESIGN. So basically in urban environment I really need my smartphone and power supply. But I often take my knife just because I like knives and not because I can not survive without it. That's it, no hot glue, no swiss card tool, no multitool, no other useless stuff lacking reason for average person in average urban situation.
@@maxlvledc anyway a lot of things presented can be usefull in a car, or at biking at forest, but I think it should be extended due to specific needs :-)
Here’s how to save money further….you already have a wallet, use that. Paper is free, so are pens. Unless you need all the cuuuute little edc stuff to completely load out your purse. I get it, it’s gadgets….gadgets are cool, but “EDC” has gotten completely ridiculous.
Your not wrong lol. What I will say is that without capable in the form of tools you just walk away instead of being part of the solution. I like to participate 😉
A great pocketknife choice for the $100 EDC would be the Gordon EDC knife for just 10 bucks at harbor Freight. 8CR13MOV unassisted flipper G10 scales perfect centering great action no blade play razor sharp
Here’s how to save money further….you already have a wallet, use that. Paper is free, so are pens. Unless you need all the cuuuute little edc stuff to completely load out your purse. I get it, it’s gadgets….gadgets are cool, but “EDC” has gotten completely ridiculous.
Real world edc !! Think about adding 10 sheets of post it notes inside of your notebook. They are extremely useful and don't have to use expensive paper for simple notes .
I never thought of combining the two things...really really good idea.
I stuck half of a mini post-it pad to the back of the last page of my field notes. Real gamechanger
Thsnk
I've had both lumentop and they bo😊th are great flashlights
That is such an awesome idea!
After watching this it's straight to your Leatherman Bond video. It's gift giving season after all
Ohhhhhh I love my gerber dime. I know you can't show everything, heck you might not even like it but I really think it's the winner in the micro multi tool slot.
Despite gerber being kinda trash generally the dime in my experience was very high quality.
The all black is overly tight until well broken in but that doesn't seem to be the case for the other colors.
Anyway thanks for the video 👍
I've not had great experiences with the dime, Id rather skip the pliers and carry a Victorinox Rambler or manager.
The thing that makes (or breaks) the Dime is whether or not you need a package opener in your EDC. I've tried lots of different tools, and the Dime is the best at this, bar none, at any price point.
And for anyone wondering what makes the package opener so great, it's the kind of packages it's good for. It's nothing special at cutting open boxes. No, its specialty is getting into those plastic packages that come with a plastic bubble sandwiched into layers of cardboard that make it nearly impossible to open easily. The Dime cuts through the plastic with ease, while running no risk of damaging the contents inside.
@@docholliday7408 fair, I always force myself to use my main knife
A great budget edc for beginners. Thank you for sharing ,ate. Greetings from Australia.
the bic lighter need swapped out, you need to find a mini clipper if its available in the us,its a bit wider than the bic but its refillable and changable flint where the bic isnt ,i found the flint had perished in my bic lighter and found a mini clipper so it replaced the bic, i was going to say you could swap out the knife and multi tools for a swiss army handyman but at nearly $90 compared to uks £50 pounds it costs new ,its allready killed the budget, im amazed how much there is of a mark up on eu stuff is expensive in the u.s and vice versa, if you can i would go second hand preloved/preowned all the way
Problem with the clipper is dimensions, its not nearly as flat..
If you can find one, the Gerber shard keychain tool is amazing. They were about 5 bucks. Phillip's driver, small and large straight drivers, bottle opener and pry took. Amazing one piece tool.
I've broken 5 of them, they do not hold up sadly
I left at least 4 of those in rental cars 😭 on the keys by accident
Hello! - A good basic kit - your picks for the supplemental choices are good and interesting...thanks!
Loving the choices. A decent mix of less expensive, but still functional items and slightly more expensive gear that'll last you a long time. Great selection.
Been carrying the Lumintop Tool AA for a year now. The clip isn't as strong as I would like but it is a fantastic light! Also added the Worksharp Micro sharpener around half a year ago and it is one great small and compact tool to keep your knife in top condition!
Seems like some good picks, great inspiration for folks getting started. Thanks for putting this together!
NP! I want to help in any way I can!
Glad to see the bolster on here. I'm in a couple leatherman groups and for some reason people don't really care too much for it but it's a really solid multi tool for the price.
Ikr! For the price it could easily be a budget quality multitool with pliers.
Yep, that's why I mention it. Can't deny it's good for $40
Another good budget knife is the spyderco tenacious it goes for I think 52 dollars
8cr...I really dislike that steel. I would prefer Aus8...I can supplement edge retention, but 8cr is brittle. but thats one of the reasons I didn't want to push too hard on suggestions in that category. The Air Lite may be unbeatable in the category though.
Just found your channel and really like the content you're putting out. Subbed. Looking forward to more videos like this one.
Cheers!
As far as functionality goes, I would have gone with a nice multi-tool with a plyers and a blade (among other things) instead spending so much on a knife and just covering cutting.
This was an actual budget carry. Thanks for a new edc’er
The millwaukee utillity knife is my new love! And yes, I did improve on it:
I made a small styrene 1/4 hex "Sabot" that kan hold an exacto blade and then be fitted in the bitholder. I also added a styrene "lid" to the side with the indention on the scale wich allows me to carry an extra exacto blade in the same way as the utillity blade...
That way it becomes an EPIC knife imo, with two replaceable blades for different job applications.
(I carry a homemade multitool with a bitdriver and bitcompartment on the side, wich is why I didn't need the milwaukee as a bitdriver.)
I also painted the different symbols and brand markings with black paint and filled the holes up with superglue and sanded everything smooth... Now it is a slick tool and it looks even better than orginal IMO...
You you need to post some pics or video of your Milwaukee mods. Are you on Instagram ?
@@futrellgarage9153
I am only on YT and FB. Same name.
I don't have anything up with my EDCs yet since I am currently moving appartment. -Once I get done setting up my new hobby workshop I am planning to do a video... hopefully within the next month...☺️
All these knives are wonderful and as long As they all cut good i want them all
I would throw in the wowtac a6 for another budget work light. $20, 1500(allegedly) lumens, and a decent warranty. I think a lot of people enjoy budget videos because most can't afford to splurge on every edc item. Great video 👍
Yep, this is what I spend 90% of my money on. I chose this, most don't have that luxury...so yea...I think I need to make a whole series on budget items
There used to be a 2 layer victorinox with the 3d inline phillips. I believe it was called the scientist.
Great Video! Thank you so much, this is very helpful. Keep it up
Great video , I just discovered your channel. Amazing content and great explanation. Cheers from a fan from Amsterdam
Welcome aboard!
Leatherman Curl is the Goat 🐐
out of budget, wish it was cheaper.
What is awesome is I also carry the write in the rain notebooks and the work sharp sharpener in my work edc. :D
Great video with many awesome options for EDC.
What is the black piece on the carabiner on your style ps? Never seen that before.
The Milwaukee 6 in 1 is a fantastic tool.
I dare say its UNBEATABLE at $20
ear plugs are a useful thing to add to edc. i keep a set on my keychain. they were about $15-$20
I keep some desposable ones in my hat, your are 100% right! that would have been a great $.50 add.
If I had to make a $100 EDC
Kershaw Emerson CQC $40 or a honey badger in D2(take your pick)
Wowtac a6 flashlight, rechargeable and 1460 lumens on tap. $20 right now
As for a wallet I use a $3 moneyclip
Sharpie with Fine Thick combo
For personal use that covers my needs……except the 4-1200 on a g19 or a sig 365xl with aluminum grips and a holosun, plus expensive mags
definitely need to look up that flashlight. I am NOT a D2 fan..I prefer my steels to be tough.
@@maxlvledc agreed on the d2, I really only like carrying s35 and up. Been loving the new Magnacut steel, if you haven’t gotten any yet its insane!
@@Kill-It-Skin-It-Wear-It I do have a Magnacut blade...it's the most balanced steel currently made. I'd rate it s+ tier, with Vanax and Lc200n just under it.
@@Kill-It-Skin-It-Wear-It ever since I discovered nitroV at 62+ hrc...I can't even look at s35vn anymore lol
@@maxlvledc that’s true lol, it’s place is solid in the work/beater class though
You had me right up until mini-bic.. mini clipper lights a cigar just a little better 😁
Also I do appreciate that you added the Bond to the list at the end. I absolutely love that tool. Not sure if this was a QC response from Leatherman, but I bought one in Feb 2021 and carried it exclusively for a year.. the blade is significantly tighter than RUclips tells me it should be. Maybe they listened to you guys? I have to shake it quite violently to get that tip to fall out, and that's after a year of daily carry.
Good choice for the notebook, I have several.
20:44 such a good bang for your buck it was made in the USA twice
The SwissCard begs to be included and stowed in the Chums external pocket. A pen alternative would be the Zebra Sarasa fineliner. What about a plasma lighter like the Explorer ?
I'm a big fan of the clipper lighters. And I like the nailcare card a lot
The surf Wallet is great but the fabric will tear away from the zipper after a few months use. I have gone through three wallets with all having the same problem. Still a great wallet for the price
hmm, yea, its not going to hold up long term..I did just discover that Grim workshop sell $12 Made in USA leather wallets! I need to try those.
OUTSTANDING VIDEO.
So many great choices!
If nothing else, gave me a good list of stuff to put on my Christmas list!
I am new to this channel and I love your selection for under 100 edc. I am eyeing the air lite for quite some time, but it's 100$ and up here in the EU. Other items are quite accessible or even cheaper. Like vics, BIC lighters, pens etc. Great job!
Hmmmm, any spyderco lockback with vg10 available?
@@maxlvledc only ladybug would be around 70$, delicas are mostly 110$ and up.. There are some CS like pro lite, kiridashi, range boss, finn wolf or something like that. But we have vics, opinels and such everywhere. But they are not hard use, reliable knives.
@@igo4097 hmmm, tough.
Nicely done!
That 4 in one Bic has been updated. They now have a mechanical pencil instead of green ink.
I keep one in my EDC bag.
Where????
@@maxlvledc did you mean where did I get it (posted a link Amazon Bic 4 in 1 pen and pencil ) or where referring to my EDC bag?
@@graemeo3440 the first part, an Amazon link
@@maxlvledc I posted it but it disappeared
Russian. зажигалку лучше иметь прозрачную так ты можешь контролировать расход газа. а ещё можно иметь и обычный карандаш, он может писать и верх ногами.
Great review I would like to see your 300$ point of view we are all edc guys
Just to have your way of seeing without being in a small budget because for exemple we already have sake or leathermans wallets pencil ........so if your ideas are good it won t cost us 300 but maybe 200 or 150$
Sure thing...I wish I could do a problem solving live stream or something
@@maxlvledc sorry for my bad English 🙏
This is really a food content. Will give us a very good ideas
now I'm hungry lols.
Videos like this are kind of insulting. The real purpose of edc is practical stuff that most people should have either for daily use or because you might need an item in a situation where going to a store or getting a toolnout of the garage doesn't work.
For one thing, an ultra-thin $50 knife is usually for an everyman edc. An edc knife should be less than $30 and shouldn't fold if it isn't part of a multi-tool. Second, pliers are more useful than a notebook. You can keep notes on your phone or hand in a pinch. The light should be a pen light for edc, or a light/lighter combo. I haven't seen a quality flashlight with an integrated arc lighter, but having an arc lighter that is a back-up light is a no-brainer. An edc pen should be solid enough to break glass or be used as a last ditch weapon, cheap tactical pens in brass are so common there is no other answer. And finally folding scissors are more important than different color pens.
Milwaukee 1505 🤘
This is a nice edc
You need a music soundbite for your intro.
I got a nice intro graphic in newer vids.
Wait a second, where do I get the pocket clip for the i1r?
ah, that was a bit of a mod hehe.
for what purpose should I take all that stuff everyday? This is obviously redundant - I do not need pen and paper - I have my smartphone, I do not need flashlight - I have my smartphone, I do not need knife - I have my smartphone with nfc, so I can order a food in restaurant. Most packages can be EASILY opened with bare hands BY DESIGN. So basically in urban environment I really need my smartphone and power supply. But I often take my knife just because I like knives and not because I can not survive without it. That's it, no hot glue, no swiss card tool, no multitool, no other useless stuff lacking reason for average person in average urban situation.
Yep, as long as you can depend on things being done for you, lit up etc. Cell phone is all you need 👌
@@maxlvledc anyway a lot of things presented can be usefull in a car, or at biking at forest, but I think it should be extended due to specific needs :-)
Can you time stamp the part of the video where he said this is for an urban environment?
What clip was on the olight I1R2?
Some jerryrigged thing, can't remember
Will most universal clips work?
Ive yet to see a vid where people claim they carry a pad with them “every day” that presents a pad with a single thing written in it.
I go through them all the time...frankly it's getting expensive lol. Thinking I may switch to a thicker notebook.
Here’s how to save money further….you already have a wallet, use that. Paper is free, so are pens. Unless you need all the cuuuute little edc stuff to completely load out your purse. I get it, it’s gadgets….gadgets are cool, but “EDC” has gotten completely ridiculous.
Thank you for the Great video. I would like to see more about multi tool maintenance: How to and supplies. Thanks
hmm. really really good point.
@@maxlvledc I’ve joyed the Leatherman maintenance videos you made so far And as a newbie to multi tools I found them very valuable.
@@rickanthony5147 been doing some research...turns out it's more complicated than I thought
@@maxlvledc you made one video on loosening leatherman pliers and it fixed my new skeletool in literally 2 seconds
@@coryohanlan194 glad it helped!
Seems most edc has to be justified by putting yourself in those one in a million situations on purpose.
Your not wrong lol. What I will say is that without capable in the form of tools you just walk away instead of being part of the solution. I like to participate 😉
A great pocketknife choice for the $100 EDC would be the Gordon EDC knife for just 10 bucks at harbor Freight.
8CR13MOV
unassisted flipper
G10 scales
perfect centering
great action
no blade play
razor sharp
I agree! Covered it in my harbor freight under $10 video.
Here’s how to save money further….you already have a wallet, use that. Paper is free, so are pens. Unless you need all the cuuuute little edc stuff to completely load out your purse. I get it, it’s gadgets….gadgets are cool, but “EDC” has gotten completely ridiculous.