Did you know that the original Leatherman multi-tool wasn’t called the Leatherman? The prototype for the now-famous tool was called Mr.Crunch, but one of the main tools, a double pair of pliers, was too expensive to manufacture back in 1975. Now Leatherman is bringing back this iconic lost feature and combining it with their most […]
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NEWS – Is a pocket notebook part of your EDC (Everyday Carry) and do you keep the notebook in your back pocket? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then check out the Slimbo pocket notebooks. At first glance, you might think they are like other Field Note style pocket notebooks, but you
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NEWS – Size obviously matters when comes to slingshots, but it doesn’t with this wrist rocket because it’s just so stinkin cute. The Pocket Slingshot from Best Damn EDC features an all brass or titanium construction (you choose) and is designed to hold three steel bearings in the handle. When you’re not shooting shot, you
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NEWS – The Nano Bundle from Alpaka Gear is the tiniest set of EDC tools that I’ve ever seen. They are so small that double as zipper pulls. Last year I told you about the Nano Phone Stand that is included in this bundle which also includes the Nano Ink and the Nano Blade.
This 3 piece EDC bundle is a minimalist’s dream Read More
NEWS – Do you appreciate the convenience of replaceable blades like you see with box cutters or utility knives? Then you should check out the True Swift Edge Replaceable Blade Knife that puts that feature into the form factor of a real pocket knife with a full-sized blade. This knife features a G10 composite handle,
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NEWS – Full-sized multi-tools are great and we love them here at The Gadgeteer. But many people’s EDC needs are more basic. That’s where a pen like the Kilitn 10-in-1 tactile pen might be an alternative choice. First of all, the Kilitn is a pen so it can replace an item that you’re already carrying
Here’s a multi-tool that puts 10 tools in your EDC pen! Read More
REVIEW – I like to think I’m a bit of a minimalist in the area of everyday carry. While lots of women carry tote style handbags, I prefer a wristlet or no purse at all, just a wallet and my phone in my pocket. Don’t get me wrong: I like a fancy handbag as much
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NEWS – If you’re a JIC (just-in-case) kind of person, then the GTFO bracelet will appeal to you. It looks like a trendy/hipster bracelet, but it’s actually a 2-in-1 survival tool. It has a small tungsten stryker bead that can break side and rear vehicle tempered safety glass windows by pulling the bead back like
This wrist strap can help you escape from cars and bad guys Read More
NEWS – Field Notes are popular 48-page pocket notebooks that many people use as part of their EDC or for their everyday journals (me!). Field Notes are offered in a variety of cover styles which makes them super collectible. Their newest limited-edition collab is with James Brand and the James° × DDC: Field Notes 3
Field Notes + James Brand = Your new favorite EDC pocket notebook Read More
REVIEW – The world of flashlights is finely-grained. There are models for everything from tiny “find-the-key-hole” pinch lights to huge handheld spotlights that are weatherproof and can be dropped into caves, tossed into a truck bed with other equipment, or used to signal in rivers without harm. The ThruNite TC15 v3 is the unit I’m
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NEWS – Forget about the lame tweezers included in your Swiss Army knife, the perfect EDC tweezers for grasping or removing tiny objects are from CIVIVI. The Tac-N-Tweeze Tweezers feature sharp-pointed jaws that extend out of the handle to create a full-sized 4.77″ long pair of tweezers. The handle is made of brass and the
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NEWS – Swiss Army knives make great multi-tools but the built-in scissors are way too small to be truly useful. If you find yourself needing scissors more than other tools, then check out the True Dual Cutter 2-in-1 EDC cutting tool. The Dual Cutter features a fine-edged Tanto blade and a pair of spring-loaded scissors.
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NEWS – You have probably heard the joke that starts out something like this. Is that a screwdriver in your pocket or? I’m sure you know the rest. The BitVault Compact Screwdriver is the antithesis of that joke. It is a handy wallet tool that can carry six bits of your choice at any time.
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NEWS – Here’s one for EDC newbies who haven’t started their EDC gear obsession – yet. Don’t worry, it will happen. But before it does, you can get started with the edcfans Keychain Knife. This stainless steel EDC multi-tool features a small carabiner/clip that will let you turn it into a keychain or just clip
Start your EDC collection with this 10-in-1 multi-tool! Read More
REVIEW – The WUBEN H5 Multifunctional Clip Flashlight is a versatile flashlight that comes with a unique, well-made clip device you’ve never seen before. The flashlight can be removed from the clip for hand-held use but if kept in its clip holder it can be a head light on the included strap, or attached to
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NEWS – Travellers and those of you who are environmentally conscious will be interested in checking out the Cold4ged FORKANIFE portable EDC cutlery sets. Features reusable folding fork and knife of stainless steel aluminum construction that fits into a case that’s the size of a credit card. The FORKANIFE is available in two versions. There’s
When plastic just doesn’t cut it, you need the FORKANIFE for your EDC! Read More
NEWS – Since when is a speaker something EDC fans use? Since the Muzen Wild Mini Rugged Outdoor Speaker, that’s when! This little military-styled Bluetooth 5.0 speaker can attach to your backpack or bike to make your everyday adventures more fun and musical. Whether it’s blasting the soundtrack from West Side Story while I’m hiking
This little speaker is the perfect addition to your EDC collection! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – It should come as no surprise that I receive a lot of packages at my house and the first task when receiving a new package is to open it. Duh! I usually scrounge around in a drawer for some scissors or box cutter but I may have found the perfect little (really
Wuben G3 mini EDC unboxing knife and ballpoint pen review – Tiny tool for your keychain Read More
NEWS – Check out this add-on ring handle for flashlights that have a 1-inch diameter body. The NEXTORCH FR-1 Professional Tactical Flashlight Ring is a plastic grip that fits between the tail cap and body of flashlights that have a 23.2-25.5mm diameter tail cap. If you want to add one to your EDC flashlight, head
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REVIEW – I’ve always had a fascination with flashlights. Since LEDs came along and have kept getting brighter and brighter they’ve caught my interest that much more. Wuben is a company I had heard of before but I’ve never used any of their flashlights. Today I have the opportunity to test the Wuben C3 everyday
Wuben C3 flashlight review – can it compete with more expensive EDC flashlights? Read More