REVIEW – Hi, my name is Zack and I have a knife problem although I’d prefer to call myself a knife aficionado. I just reviewed the very expensive Benchmade Bugout 535-09 and of course it’s hard not to love a knife of that quality but sometimes you just need something cheap but reliable. The original […]
Gerber MiniSada 3.13″ folding knife review – a budget blade under $50 Read More
NEWS—Don’t want to be weighed down by carrying your cash, key, and credit card in your pockets or a dedicated gear bag? How about carrying them in your socks? Flippysox are sporty socks for women’s sizes 7-13 and men’s sizes 6-13. Constructed from a blend of cotton, polyester, and spandex, one sock of the Flippysox
Carry your EDC in your socks! Read More
NEWS—This is the second product I have seen in the last couple of days that has me wondering if April Fools Day has come early this year. The first item I came across was an iPhone case with a built-in refillable sprayer, and today, I have a caddy for your favorite beverage and tools. The HandiBru
HandiBru – The wacky tool-and-beverage caddy for people with too much disposable cash Read More
REVIEW – I have wanted a Benchmade knife forever! I’ve never had one. I’ve only ever gotten my hands on them in stores specializing in outdoor sports. So when The Head Gadgeteer In Charge told us there were a couple of offers to review them, I jumped as high as my 51-year-old body could muster
Benchmade Adira knife review – Sitting on the dock of the bay in Magnacut, baby! Read More
NEWS – Today, Leatherman has updated its popular Micra multi-tool with four eye-catching new colors. The tiny pocket-sized helper now comes in Parakeet, Cappuccino, Heathered Blush, and Mojito finishes. What’s New? These aren’t just pretty colors – the new Micras feature a special Cerakote coating that helps protect against scratches, wear, and corrosion. This makes
Leatherman Micra gets a colorful makeover for 2025 Read More
NEWS – I found some new Kickstarter campaigns to share with you for gear that looks pretty awesome. This week, we have something for engineers and artists, something for travelers, and something for people who wear pants! MakerPi ruler The MakerPi is shown above. What is it? The MakerPi is a multi-function ruler multi-tool that
New Kickstarter gear that you’ll want for travel and every day! Read More
REVIEW – Vosteed has gotten quite a reputation for offering great EDC pocket knives at exceptional prices. And if you didn’t know, they also love to name most of them after animals. One of my favorites is the Raccoon I reviewed last year. Now they’ve released the Porcupine. How does it measure up? Is it
Vosteed Porcupine pocket knife review – Another fun addition to the knife menagerie Read More
NEWS – The Gerber Gear Defender is a retractable tether designed for fishermen, but I think non-fishermen could find it helpful too. Clip it to your belt, attach the carabiner end to your favorite multi-tool, knife, flashlight, or keys, and you’ll not have to worry about dropping them. The lockable tether has a 48-inch long
This gadget will keep you from dropping your favorite EDC tool! Read More
REVIEW – The other day I counted all my folding knives and I got to 24 which includes my well used Benchmade Bugout 535BK-2 CF-Elite. My partner said I have a knife problem. We counted how many pairs of shoes she had and we got to 98 so I figured I would get another knife.
REVIEW – A few months back, I reviewed Titaner’s TiSpanner 2.0, a neat little EDC tool. I loved it and had only one wish: “I want one about 3X larger for bigger projects!” It seems the Gadget Goddesses were listening and have granted my wish—almost. The Titaner TiSpanner 3.0 is larger and more capable, but
TiSpanner 3.0 review – Newer and larger version of a popular EDC multi-tool Read More
NEWS – The Aerocrafted Uplock Key Carabiner is not your average key holder. It’s a precision-engineered tool inspired by aviation design. Named after the uplock latch used to secure aircraft landing gear during flight, this sleek carabiner combines functionality with a touch of aerospace innovation. Whether you’re looking for a minimalist way to carry your
Aerocrafted Uplock – The sleek EDC carabiner inspired by aviation design Read More
NEWS – If you’ve ever found yourself squinting at a menu or holding your phone at arm’s length to read a text, glens Unisex Readers might just be your eye’s new best friend. These ultra-slim, featherlight reading glasses are designed to be the ultimate everyday carry (EDC) item for anyone who’s starting to feel the
glens are pocket-sized reading glasses every senior’s EDC kit needs Read More
NEWS – Inspired by McLaren racecars, its bold orange glass-filled nylon cover and BlackWash stainless steel finish make the Kershaw Downforce multi-tool as eye-catching as it is practical. At just 3.5 inches long and weighing only 0.6 ounces, the Downforce is lightweight and compact, perfect for everyday carry on your keychain. Its unique shape combines
Kershaw Downforce is a Formula 1 inspired multi-tool for your keychain Read More
NEWS – The NexTool W2, an 8-in-1 multi-tool, stands out from the crowd with a feature that’s practically unheard of in most multi-tools: a fully functional adjustable wrench. What makes this adjustable wrench so special? For starters, it offers smooth, one-handed operation and can open up to 22mm, making it capable of tackling tasks like tightening
This multi-tool has a feature your multi-tool wishes it had Read More
REVIEW – Being a fan of all things EDC, I am constantly reading articles and watching YouTube videos on the subject. Over the past year or so I kept coming across videos on the benefits of replacing a folding pocket knife with a fixed blade. Naturally I was very intrigued as I had yet to
CIVIVI Baby Banter Fixed Blade review – A baby knife cutting at an advanced level Read More
REVIEW – OLIGHT makes some of my favorite flashlights, but did you know that they also make some nice pocket EDC gear too? They sent me their Otacle D1 hex bit driver to check out. It’s small, but they say good things come in small packages, so let’s take a look to see if that’s
The OLIGHT Otacle D1 puts a tiny EDC hex driver in your pocket Read More
REVIEW – Back in December of last year, I reviewed the Shieldon Gambit knife. I liked it a lot for a budget cleaver-style blade. The build materials were good as was the choice of steel in a budget knife. Well, I’m back with another Shieldon offering, the Hoplon. How does it compare to the previous
Shieldon Hoplon pocket knife review – Is it your next EDC pocket knife? Read More
NEWS – Keychain-sized multi-tools are a dime a dozen, right? Well, the Nextool EDC Keychain Multi-tool looks like a surprising entry into this category. Not only is it small enough to fit in a pocket or bag, but it has a nice selection of tools that include: needlenose pliers, wire cutter, nail file, flat screwdriver,
This keychain sized EDC multi-tool has pliers AND scissors! Read More
NEWS – I get sent a lot of emails asking me to feature crowdfunded projects. I mean a.lot.of.emails. Most of these emails immediately get filed in the trash, but the worthy ones get saved and compiled into a post like this one. I realize that there are a blue million EDC and multi-tool gadgets asking
Cool EDC gear on Kickstarter that you probably don’t need but I know you’ll want! Read More
NEWS – Check out this pair of scissors with an OTF (out the front) sliding mechanism. The HAKO-AKE 2-Way Portable Scissors feature an ABS handle and titanium blades for durability. A selector switch on the top of the handle allows you to select between cutter, scissor, and lock modes. With the cutter mode, the blades
This pair of scissors is unique and EDC worthy and it’s great for lefties too! Read More