NEWS – I almost never use physical currency (coins and dollars) anymore. I use my phone (Huawei P30 Pro) with Google Pay wherever I can, or I use my credit card. That said, I do realize that there are places where coins are still needed to make purchases, like laundromats, self-serve car washes, parking meters, […]
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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Small metal vials are a convenient way to store small items such as medication, matches, dollar bills, and more. If you like titanium, look no further than iNA minimalist titanium containers which are currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. What is it? iNA minimalist titanium containers are small vials made of food safe
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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – There is a whole invisible world out there. Some of it is cool, some of it is eewww. If you’re inclined to want to see it all, the Hunt22 UV micro flashlight wants to help bring it all into view. Billed as the world’s coolest UV flashlight, the Hunt22 is indeed tiny.
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NEWS – I’m just kidding, the blade on this ring knife isn’t long enough to kill a zombie. At least I don’t think so. Is this a useful knife? Highly doubtful. But this weaponized stainless steel ring will get a conversation started the first time you press the button on the side and the spring
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NEWS – For all of you guys out there who prefer the stubble look over a smooth shave, check out the Manmower. This small battery-free device looks like a manual lawnmower but for your face. Pull it out of your pocket when you need to tidy up your beard and just roll it back and
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REVIEW – I have been using a product called the OrbitKey since June of last year to organize and hold my car keys. I was recently given the opportunity to review the next iteration of this key holder. It promises to do a lot of nice things in addition to what the original OrbitKey does. Let’s
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NEWS – For those days when you need to carry more items than you can comfortably fit in your pockets, consider a small bag like Hardgraft’s Valet Pack. This gorgeous leather bag is obviously not going to hold your laptop. But that’s not what it’s been designed to do. It’s sized to hold just the
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NEWS – If you have an Apple Watch, you need a small charger to carry with you when you travel. The UGREEN Apple Watch charger is small and convenient because no extra charging cables are needed. Just plug this tiny Apple MFi certified charger into a USB port, balance the watch on top and you’ll
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NEWS – Pocketbands are a solution to not having any place to put a key, cash, or other small items when you’re out and about. Especially handy for runners, bikers, or just about anyone, Pocketbands are adjustable wrist bands with hidden storage that are made of silicon and are available in a variety of colors.
No pockets? No problem. Pocketbands to the rescue! Read More
NEWS – Backpackers and hikers will be interested in learning more about the Bear Bowl which is a cooking vessel that folds down into a pocket friendly package for easy light weight and minimal carry. The Bear Bowl comes in three sizes that range from 32 ounce capacity for the Baby Bear Blue size, up
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REVIEW – The Leatherman Free P2 is the smaller of the two initial multi-tools in Leatherman’s new “Free” series of tools an knives. It is designed for simplified tool and pliers access. The P2 and it’s larger sibling the P4 are aimed at the same market as their cousin, the long heralded Wave series of
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REVIEW – I have a soft spot for gadgets that are multi-functional. Any gadget that can perform multiple tasks helps me cut down on the number of EDC items I need to carry. That’s what piqued my interest about the Dapper Design KLIP. Let’s have a look! What is it? Made from lightweight Titanium, KLIP
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NEWS – Wallets are an essential piece of EDC gear for most of us, and I’ve been on a continuous quest to find the “perfect” wallet (for me). We’re fans of KeySmart here at The Gadgeteeer, but only recently did I stumble upon KeySmart’s line of Urban Wallets, which look cool and appear to have
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NEWS – If you carry a multi-tool, you know how the scissors feature seems to be an after-thought because they can be tiny and awkward to use. But that’s not the case with the SOG Snippet multi-tool. The scissors in this EDC multi-tool are the main featured tool. There are even finger loops to make
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If you’ve been reading our EDC gear reviews for a while, you’ll know that I am a fan of Keyport gear. I recently reviewed their modular Anywhere Tools system which is worth a read if you like keychain tools. But today I want to tell you about a new product that Keyport is rolling out
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REVIEW – The Thyrm PyroVault Lighter Armor does what it says on the tin. The PyroVault is a rugged housing that accepts most Zippo-style inserts (either liquid fuel or butane). What is it? The Thyrm PryoVault is a ruggedized weather-resistant case for liquid and butane fueled Zippo®-compatible lighter inserts. What’s in the box? The PyroVault
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REVIEW – Do you love EDC flashlights but hate feeding them batteries? If so, then I have a flashlight you’ll want to check out. It’s the NITECORE TUP and it packs some nice features into a very pocket-friendly package. Let’s check it out. What is it? The NITECORE TUP is a 1000 lumen USB rechargeable
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REVIEW – In today’s world of our nonstop keyboard clicking, the written note is definitely the anomaly versus the standard anymore. Even our signatures are digital these days, involving a smart-chip, fingerprint, special code, etc. But the ballpoint pen endures…I would guess most of those reading this review have a nice writing instrument in their
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NEWS – If you’re obsessed with EDC products like I am, you probably spend way too much time on Pinterest and sites like Best Damn EDC where people like to show off their collections of everyday carry items. I am always confused as to why some people like to carry multiple knives with them each
This EDC knife is not too big and not too small. It’s just right Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Of late, there has been a surge in really cool-looking crowdfunded pen campaigns on Kickstarter. Here’s another one: the REFYNE – EP1. Its a minimalist bolt-action pen made from either stainless steel or titanium that looks like it would fit in with your EDC as well as become your favorite desk pen.
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