REVIEW – The first patent for a battery-powered flashlight was in 1899. The device was called a “flash light” because it could only produce short bursts and required time for the batteries to “rest” between uses. It produced about two candlepower or 25 lumens. Now, you can have more than 3000 lumens to chase the […]
Klarus XT11GT Pro 2.0 flashlight review – Copious photons to vanquish the shadows! Read More
NEWS – If you’re looking for a way to lighten your EDC gear load, one way is to find tools that can serve multiple functions and are easy to carry. I found this selection of specially designed carabiners that provide basic multi-tool functionality and won’t bust your wallet (well, all but one won’t…). 1. EDCfans
5 carabiners that are actually EDC multi-tools! Read More
NEWS – From the Leatherman Garage (an in-house design group), comes the Parts Batch #003 knife. This unique EDC pocket knife features 2 user interchangeable blades. There’s a drop point blade and a sheepsfoot blade. When you want to swap the blades, you can use the included Torx bit and bit driver. The knife also
This Leatherman knife has interchangeable blades! Read More
NEWS – There’s an old saying that the pen is mightier than the sword. Well, the Tak Pen from Tekto actually is a sword… or a dagger… of sorts. The Tak Pen is an aluminum-bodied ballpoint pen on one end and an OTF (out the front) slide-out double-edged blade on the opposite end. And before
This EDC pen is super stabby! Read More
REVIEW – Everyday carry knives have a 101 uses, whether I’m in the house, out in the yard, or out hiking a trail. I’ve been looking for a good quality knife to keep handy, and I’ve found it in the newest version of the Vosteed Nightshade LT Pocket Knife. Read on to learn more! What
Vosteed Nightshade LT Pocket Knife review – the past perfected in the present Read More
REVIEW – I have been looking for good flashlights since the multiple-day power outage we had a couple of winters ago due to the massive snowfall we received. We have several that take various size batteries, but I hate the waste associated with those flashlights. We one one rechargeable flashlight that I tend to use
Thrunite TN12 Pro rechargeable flashlight review – I can see all the things now! Read More
REVIEW – We’ve done a lot of Olight reviews over the years and I have always been impressed with their products. Their newest item which I’m showing you today is the Olight Arkfeld flashlight. Let’s see why it’s my cat Ozzy’s favorite flashlight. What is it? The Olight Arkfeld is an LED flashlight that is
Olight Arkfeld flashlight review – Flat and fabulous! Read More
REVIEW – We all love our flashlights, the more powerful the better. But there’s one thing missing from most EDC high-power flashlights: a sense of style. They all look like you’re outfitting for an armed assault, rather than just wanting to have a decent light available while you’re going about your life. Few of us
AceBeam E70 mini flashlight review – A flashlight for the fashion conscious Read More
REVIEW – One of my daughters gave me a ‘big name’ wallet of a design similar to the MONOCARBON wallet for Dad’s Day, and she spent way too much money on me. Is the MONOCARBON Carbon Fiber Wallet $20 less good than my big name wallet? Or will my daughter wish she had known about
MONOCARBON Carbon Fiber Wallet review – The thinnest, or thickest wallet you’ve ever used Read More
NEWS – Why stuff all your EDC gear in your pocket when you can carry everything on your head?! Yeah, that’s right, there are hats that can hold your gear, and today I’m going to show you 5 of them. Make sure you check out all of them because the number 5 looks like the
5 Hats that can hold your EDC gear! Read More
NEWS – The RIDGE wallet is one of the most popular minimalist wallets that people like to add to their collection of EDC Gear. I know this because our original RIDGE wallet review from 2015 showed up in the Gadgeteer’s most-read article list several years in a row. The RIDGE has expanded its line of
The RIDGE adds an EDC pocket knife to their line of awesome minimalist wallets Read More
NEWS – How do you carry your EDC gear? Do you put everything in your pockets? In a gear bag? Hanging from a belt pouch? If you don’t want to have lumpy pockets, bulky gear bags, or look like Batman with his utility belt, then check out these 5 interesting EDC tools that can be
5 EDC tools that you can wear as jewelry! Read More
NEWS – Sling bags are in. Check out the CIVIC Access Sling 2L or CAS2, the latest sling bag from EVERGOODS, makers of crossover backpacks and accessories. While the CAS2 bears a resemblance to its larger sibling, the Mountain Hip Pack 3.5L, the CAS2 is a slimmer, more low profile sling for your small EDC
EVERGOODS CAS2 is a slim sling bag with lots of organization for your EDC gear Read More
ARTICLE – When you’re a user (and collector) of EDC gear, there’s the issue of where to store your favorite items for easy access. Today I am going to show you 8 storage products that you can use to organize your EDC items so they are ready to grab for your next adventure. Orbitkey Nest
8 organizers that will keep your favorite EDC gear neat and tidy Read More
REVIEW – I’m betting that if you are a guy/dad like me, the wallet you have been using for the last 10 years was probably a gift from a significant other or family member. The Trayvax Venture Billfold is a sleek modern wallet that may convince you to treat yourself to a new wallet. Let’s
Trayvax Venture Billfold review – a sleek and modern wallet Read More
ARTICLE – I’m on a mini EDC kick since writing the 5 Super tiny pocket tools post several days ago. That post included a pen which got me thinking about other pocket-sized pens worthy enough to add to your EDC. So that’s what today’s post is about – mini EDC pens! Let me know about
5 mini EDC pens that need to be in your pocket right now! Read More
DEAL NEWS – Yesterday, I posted about 5 super tiny EDC pocket tools and as luck would have it, Olight is having a sale right now that will let you save BIG on their tiny Olight Imini EDC flashlight. This little flashlight is only 1.38 inches long and features a magnetic cap that when detached
Deal of the day – This teeny tiny EDC flashlight from Olight is on sale right now! Read More
NEWS – Today’s episode of “What interesting, or just plain weird EDC items did Julie find today?” brings us 5 super tiny EDC pocket tools. Ready, set, read! First up, we have the Gato Tools Pocket Bit. This keychain tool has a double-sided bit that features a #2 Phillips head and 8mm flat head screwdriver
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NEWS – I enjoy discovering EDC gear that doesn’t fit the traditional definition of a multi-tool or survival tool. During one of my recent quests for new gear, I found 5 tools worthy enough to share with all of you. Let’s take a look. 1. Haxtec Hair Clip Multi-tool This stainless steel hair clip hides
Here are 5 unusual multi-tools to consider for your EDC collection Read More
REVIEW – Got an Apple AirTag and need a way to carry it while also gaining 4 tools and an easy way to clip it to your bag or beltloop? Then stay tuned while I show you the PITAKA Pita!Tag multi-tool AirTag case. What is it? The PITAKA Pita!Tag multi-tool is an Apple AirTag case/holder
PITAKA Pita!Tag multi-tool review – An AirTag case with 4 built-in tools Read More