NEWS – The PICHI Kootenay has a kooky name but this titanium keychain carabiner is interesting to me because it has a strange shape. It looks like the letter B because it has 2 loops or what PICHI calls zones. Either way, this carabiner can keep your keys and other small EDC gear organized while […]
This carabiner looks like a B but one unique feature gives it an A+ Read More
REVIEW – When it comes to multi-tools, it’s hard to dispute that Leatherman is the leader in this category of EDC gear. The all-new Leatherman ARC multi-tool has officially launched and here is our unboxing of the Leatherman Arc and a first look! What is it? The Leatherman ARC multi-tool is a multi-tool built using
Leatherman ARC multi-tool review – Leatherman’s newest multi-tool is out! Read More
NEWS – The ROXON KS2 is a boxy multi-tool that features 13 built-in functions that include a saw, glass breaker, knife, ruler, nail file, flat screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, awl, threader, bottle opener, can opener, scissors, and tweezers. What sets this EDC multi-tool apart from other affordable tools is that the built-in scissors are full-sized and
You won’t break your fingernails opening this multi-tool! Read More
NEWS – The Sofirn IF23 flashlight has a lot going for it. You can obviously use it as a regular flashlight and it will do a great job with that task since it has a max of 4000 lumens. But where the Sofirn really shines (I couldn’t resist) is with a second built-in 500 lumen
This EDC flashlight is the multi-tool of flashlights! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Most EDC prybar tools are designed for one task – prying. The PRYTIUM prybar is a titanium multi-tool with a lot more functionality and pizazz than a typical prybar. The functionality comes in the fact that you get a prybar, a nail puller, a ruler, a glass breaker, a bottle opener, a
This multi-tool prybar bit driver glows in the dark without Tritium! Read More
NEWS – Check out this 9-in-1 multi-tool from TACTIMAN. Does it remind you of anything? It totally reminds me of one of the slotted handles of a Leatherman Signal multi-tool. The TACTIMAN multi-tool features a knife, saw, serrated blade, scissors, bottle & can opener, wire stripper, and glass breaker. It is constructed of hardened stainless
When closed, this multi-tool looks like the handle of a Leatherman multi-tool Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Multi-tools come in many shapes and sizes, but the new Bullet Ant 2.0 titanium bolt-action 3-in-1 is a multi-tool in a pen form factor. This Bolt action pen is constructed of Gr5 titanium and features a forever writing pen which they really should call a forever writing pencil because it’s made of
The Bullet Ant is a multi-tool with a bolt-action bit driver! Read More
NEWS – We talk a LOT about multi-tools and knives here on The Gadgeteer, but we can’t forget that watches are also a part of people’s daily gear. That’s what long time Gadgeteer reader DStaal thought when he sent me a link to the Citizen Satellite Wave GPS Freedom watch. Yes, it looks cool, but
This analog watch uses satellites to automatically set the time in over 40 time zones! Read More
NEWS – You guys know that I’m always scouring the web for cool and/or weird EDC gear to share with all of you and today I found an interesting multi-tool. Before some of you yell at me and complain that this isn’t a true multi-tool, I will say that the Giriaitus 2-in-1 multi-tool features a
This unusual keychain multi-tool tweezes and slices! Read More
NEWS – Check out this unusual pocket bit driver from K20 Tools. This compact bit driver features stainless steel construction with a #2-sized bit holder in the handle. It comes with a hardened steel double-ended bit that gives you a flat head screwdriver and a Phillips head screwdriver. But the fact that it’s so small,
Clip this mini bit driver to your pocket for EDC awesomeness! Read More
NEWS – If you find the screwdriver on your multi-tool isn’t quite large enough to be useful for quick DIY projects, here’s an alternative that I just stumbled upon that might be more useful. It’s the ANEX Ultra Low Profile Offset Screwdriver set. This Japanese-made 3-piece set is designed with a 90-degree slim handle so
This is the most unique keychain friendly screwdriver set I’ve ever seen! Read More
CROWDFUNDED NEWS – I love mini pens but I’m also really picky about mini pens. I am not a fan of the tiny pens that use D1 ballpoint refills because I hate the way they write. So I was excited when I came across the Kickstarter campaign for CHROMA Titanium EDC Ink Keychain Pens from
It’s not a multi-tool, but you will want this pen for your EDC collection! Read More
NEWS – Check out this little bit driver from Oknife, a spinoff from Olight who makes some of my favorite flashlights. The Oknife Otacle D1 is an 8-in-1 mini screwdriver/bit driver multi-tool that is made of machined TC4 titanium alloy and has storage inside the handle for 4 double-ended hex bits of 8 different sizes
This titanium multi-tool is so cool that I want one for my EDC collection Read More
REVIEW – The CAKRA Tactical EDC Emergency Whistle. I certainly blew it this time. (When my wife was out or while on my bike, as needed.) The Cakra Tactical EDC Emergency Whistle may fill a gap in our emergency kits. If you’re a camper or hiker, do you already carry a non-electronic, physical device for
CAKRA Tactical EDC Emergency Whistle review – Did I blow it with this review? Read More
REVIEW – This may come as a shock to you, dear reader, but we LOVE Vosteed knives here at the Gadgeteer (actually if it does come as a surprise, you should visit our site more). We’ve got several reviews on their knives and I don’t think we’ve gotten a dud yet. The new Vosteed Corsair
Vosteed Corsair pocket knife review – This pirate won’t rob you blind Read More
NEWS – Last year, I reviewed the Olight Arkfeld flashlight that had a unique flat design and then earlier this year, Kenneth reviewed the newer Arkfeld UV flashlight. I really liked the flat shape of the Arkfeld and at the time, I wondered if other flashlight makers would try creating lights with a similar form
Are flat flashlights becoming a thing? Read More
NEWS – You might not be able to climb cliff faces with this carabiner, but you can use it as part of your EDC gear to attach items to your backpack, belt, etc. The Matador BetaLock is an aircraft-grade aluminum carabiner with a built-in lock that’s TSA-compliant. The spring gate makes it easy to use
Here’s a carabiner that you can lock with a key! Read More
NEWS – The STANLEY 4-in-1 Screwdriver (66-344) looks like a pen or a highlighter, but it’s really a screwdriver that features a magnetic bit holder and comes with 2 double sided bits that offer 2 sizes of standard straight screwdrivers and 2 sizes of Phillips screwdriver tips (tip sizes include 5/32″ standard, 1/8″ standard, No.
Looks like a pen, screws like a driver Read More
NEWS – In case you need an excuse to add yet another knife to your collection of EDC gear, I’m here for you because today is NATIONAL KNIFE DAY. According to daysoftheyear.com: National Knife Day seems to be associated with the Bowie Knife. It was on August 24, 1838, that a letter was written by
Today is national knife day – and you can get a free titanium Damascus bead from Olight! Read More
NEWS – We really like our EDC gear around here and that includes multi-tools and knives. If your personal EDC happens to include a Swiss Army knife or a Leatherman multi-tool, then you should check out these add-ons that will add some extra functionality to your gear. 1. Let’s start with the FireAnt set shown
7 EDC accessories to trick out your multi-tool or Swiss Army knife! Read More