(Part 3) Top products from r/EDC

The core material EDC, to me would be knife, light and cellphone. But cool keychain gidgets are really nice too.

So I'd say if you have a knife, a good flashlight would be next, then a backup knife and light (one is none, two is one). I like a multi-tool or SAK for my backup knife, and a keychain light for my backup torch.

(In case you're curious, after that I start considering footwear, gloves, hats and other clothing.)

(Sorry, I'm feeling a bit lazy, so you'll have to live with bare links.)

This one is pretty popular for keychain use: www.amazon.com/iTP-A3-EOS-Flashlight--Upgrade/dp/B006K5C2EG/

Fenix has single AA and 123 powered lights that are well regarded and compact:
AA: http://www.amazon.com/Fenix-E11-Compact-Lumen-Flashlight/dp/B005GW8UC2
CR123: www.amazon.com/Fenix-Compact-140-Lumen-Flashlight/dp/B005CWRB44

There are a lot of other brands worthy of consideration too, of course (Fourseven's mini, Jetbeam, Klarus, Zebra, just to name a few).

There are also a lot of much larger but more capable flashlights out there.

Keychain stuff is always nice:
I use these sliver grippers way more than I thought I would. The convenience of always having them around is unparalleled: http://www.amazon.com/UNCLE-BILLS-SLIVER-GRIPPER-TWEEZER/dp/B001KMSUA4
I've been thinking of getting this, I'm a little leery about that much stuff for so little cost though: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003A5E5IK
I love this style of keyring, but it's way cheaper on eBay: http://www.amazon.com/Vigilant-Gear-Aircraft-Cable-Ring/dp/B006ZSP1PA
Little one-piece keychain tools have become really popular, and I really like having a little prying and screwing tool always present.
The Gerber Shard is cheap but probably at least worth what you pay for it: http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-22-01769-Shard-Keychain-Tool/dp/B002ZK45IQ
This one has a bit more functionality, and is made of the magically delicious titanium: http://www.amazon.com/Schrade-Chain-Tool-Seatbelt-Cutter/dp/B004PQJ1QO

Keychain multi-tools can be good.
Here's one from Gerber: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006M9NIDO
Supposedly the build quality isn't as good as Leatherman's though: http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-64010101K-Micra-Multi-tool/dp/B000JCN0FG

I'd also recommend looking for a glow in the dark lanyard.

A pen you can EDC is another "you're surprised how often you use it" item. I have an Inka and it's definitely alright, though a bit fiddly: http://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-Inc-Inka-Pen/dp/B001E6R6EM/
The biggest competitor is the classic Fisher Bullet Space Pen: http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Space-Pen-Bullet-400B/dp/B000WGD13U

Something to write on is nice. I'm a real child of the digital age, but I still like having an analog recording medium on me. I prefer Pentalic's pocket size books to Moleskine's. They're a little thicker, but they have a flexible cover, and are usually cheaper. Here's one: http://www.amazon.com/Pentalic-Travelers-Sketch-3-Inch-4-Inch/dp/B0025TZ35Q but I don't know if it's ruled or grid or what. I also prefer a bright color cover to make it easy to spot.

Continuing on the writing stuff matter, a sharpie and/or a metallic (ink) sharpie are nice to have. You can get sharpies with stainless steel cases too, which feel nicer to hold, and you're a little less likely to forget somewhere.
Black (dozen): http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00006IFEP
Stainless Steel: http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Stainless-Permanent-Marker-1747388/dp/B001V9LQLG
Metallic: http://www.amazon.com/Sanford-39108PP-Metallic-Sharpie-Permanent/dp/B00119QWCO

I think everybody should carry some sort of bandanna. I carry an off-brand buff (tubular bandanna) and an olive drab shemagh.

I like to carry a small baggie of what I call MacGuyver goods. Paracord (bound up in a hanayawa right now), some gorilla tape and electrical tape wrapped around a card, super glue, a sewing kit, zip ties, twist ties, rubber bands, safety pins, binder clips, and a few 1 quart ziplock freezer bags. (Like hell I'm finding links for all of those.)

Yet another "surprising how useful it turns out to be" item is a small mirror: http://www.amazon.com/Coghlans-Featherweight-Mirror/dp/B0047QV44O/

Whistles are useful for warning people of fire or danger, or calling for help, so I like to carry one: http://www.amazon.com/Fox-40-Whistle-Breakaway-Lanyard/dp/B00544UJC6

A monocular is fun to have on your person. This particular model is really great because of its super low minimum focusing distance, which lets you use it as a sort of loupe. In regular mode it's good for looking for house numbers or your car in a parking lot, that sort of thing: http://www.amazon.com/Brunton-Echo-7x18-Pocket-Scope/dp/B000FKMTBS

I think that's all I could come up with off the top of my head.

At the moment I'm running:

TEC Centipede - Titanium ruler that's about 8.5cm in length. I measure things irregularly, but not enough to warrant a full tape measure which will take up more pocket space. Feels super well made.

Leatherman Micra - Just got it, and I'm torn on how much I like it. Whilst beefy, the scissors sometimes flex whilst cutting thicker items (so it goes between the blades laterally). I've never had this problem with my Classic SD, and may end up moving up to a 74mm Victorinox like the Executive for the sake of the bigger scissors.

Boker Vox Access Tool - Titanium prybar with a carbide glass breaker on the end. I've come from the SD Titanium Prybar which was bloody useless for nail pulling due to the groove literally being a 'V' without any guiding for nails, and the edge of the bottle opener kept digging into my hand when I used it. Although for it's follies, the tip lip is very thin (yet sturdy) and can get between thinner crevices than the VAT; I also drove in a couple of nails with the SD, and in seeing if I could unscrew a half in one with the VAT, I chipped the guiding groove for the nail puller (not severely, but it was kind of disheartening as I literally just bought it and didn't think it was much of a stress test).

Kershaw Pub - Technically this isn't on my keys, as I put it in the 'snuff pocket' in my jeans, it's beefier than the VAT for box opening, and the blade is about the same size as a Stanley blade. It's a bit of a different design and great for fidgeting. Not so great for fidgeting when people see you, but fun all the same.

I've currently retired:

The SD Ti Prybar - See above, a great little prybar, hampered by a frankly stupid decision to put a bottle opener on it. NOT EVERYTHING NEEDS A BOTTLE OPENER.

Victorinox Classic SD - A present which I absolutely love, however I'm in the pursuit for something 'beefier', although the scissors on this are second to none for all the little odd jobs I've had over the years.

Uncle Bills Sliver Grippers - Brilliant tweezers for splinters, however the first day I put them on my keys, and then sat on my keys, I hadn't put them in the holder right and they stabbed me in the arse. These tweezers have never been on my keys since.

Resqme Car Escape tool - Had it on the keychain, realised I'd only ever use it in the car, and now I keep it in the glovebox as I have the glass breaker on the VAT.

Leatherman Squirt PS4 - An absolutely fantastic multitool let down by a shit pair of scissors which have a lot of play between the blades. It results in a lot of rough cuts and ultimately spoils a perfect out of the box multi-tool. In the pursuit of better scissors and a lighter set of keys, I've currently retired this fantastic piece of kit.

Leatherman Brewzer - I absolutely loved this little prybar, but it broke in half when I tried to get a little shelf stud out of a bookcase, and it just shattered my confidence in the product to the point that I can't be bothered sending it in under warranty, as I know I'd never use it again.

Gerber Dime - I bought this at the same time as the Squirt PS4 because I couldn't decide between them. After taking them both out of the packing and comparing them side by side one after the other, it was instantly obvious that the Leatherman was just the better fit, so this was retired pretty much instantly and was gifted within an hour.

True Utility Keytool - First keytool I ever had and it was great for years! Practically invisible and as I only used it for the file, the mini screwdriver, and the thread cutter, it was fantastic. Never had an issue with the quality, and never had the need to take it off the key it was on, I only stopped carrying it because I don't use the type of key it works with anymore, and don't want to carry it round for the sake of it when I have so many other options. Great little buy though.

I'm probably going to buy:

Victorinox Manager - This is pretty much the best multitool for what I really need, and it has a pen. It's just 58mm and I really want a larger pair of scissors, however it has all the tools I've used recently, and it has a pen!

Another Prybar. As soon as I find a beefy titanium 80mm~ straight prybar which doesn't have a bottle opener on it, and instead has another useful purpose I'm going to get it. Hell, even if it doesn't have a secondary purpose I'll probably get it as well.

Firstly, some unsolicited advice. If there's a low chance of the knife getting confiscated for whatever reason, I'd say save up a little more scratch and get something a little nicer. Alright, now that I've said that, I'm going to assume that you're going to completely ignore it. (Which is fine.)

Ontario RAT 2 always comes highly recommended. You pretty much can't go wrong here. It is a liner lock, which will be a little easier to use one-handed than a lockback. Though maybe only if you're right handed.

I think if I were going for a Spyderco in that range, I'd go with the Ambitious instead. (Right under $30, blade is 2.25 inches.) Or, save up a few extra bucks and go with the Persistence (Just under $35, blade is 2.75 in). The Byrd line is designed by Spyderco, but made by other companies under Spyderco's direction. I'm sure they are a decent value, but if that's what you want, I think you'd probably be better off, and happier, saving your money and getting a Delica 4.

You may also want to look into the Buck Vantage. It's a flipper, so easy opening is there. I think it's a liner lock as well. The steel is okay, but expect to be sharpening it fairly often (maybe once a week if you want to keep it razor sharp).

Another option is the Ka-Bar Dozier. It uses AUS-8A steel, which is pretty good for the price range (in my opinion). Thumb stud, lockback. This one's $20, so a little below your budget actually. Could use some of the money saved to get some sort of sharpening system (DMT Card maybe?)

Blue Ridge Zancudo, designed by the same people behind the RAT series. Pretty much the same idea, but I think the blade shape on the Zancudo is a little better if you need to be able to pierce things.

Last one, the Kershaw Shuffle. A little smaller, at 2.4 in blade length. But has a bottle opener, if you're into that sort of thing. Also, cheaper than any of the rest of the options here. I also think that this one probably has the best blade-shape, in my opinion. It's almost all belly.

Personally, I have found that having the longest knife you have is good, but a lot of the time most of that edge isn't put to good use. Sometimes it's too long, which makes it cumbersome. If you're mostly opening boxes and mail and stuff like that, something closer to a 2.5 inch blade might be more the ticket. I find that it makes it easier to make precise cuts.

For the record, I feel the same that the Cryo is too slippery - which is why I'm super glad Kershaw released a G10 version of it last year.

I also agree that the Tenacious is just a bit too big for EDC - and they do make the Persistence, which is a shrunken version of the Tenacious, with a 2.75 inch blade vs the Tenacious' 3-3/8 inch blade. If you wanna go even smaller, the Ambitious has a 2.25" blade. All 3 knives share a similar design (though the Ambitious is small enough that the proportions might look a little weird to some).

A few other knives of note that are standouts in the sub-$50 price range:

• CRKT Ripple - Ken Onion design with a more-traditional drop point blade, IKBS, 8Cr14MoV. Usually on most people's "Under $50" list.
  
  
• Kershaw Leek - Again, a little slippery and still Speedsafe but a slightly weaker torsion bar so not as forceful. Some people have issues with broken tips since they're a little thin, but this thing was the best under $50 when it came out.
  
  
• Ontario RAT 1 - At $25 this thing is a pretty great package, if not a little big. 3.5" blade, but it's AUS-8 if you don't like the 8Cr China steels (even if they are pretty similar).
  
  
• SOG Flash II - again, a 3.5 inch, AUS-8 blade. Assisted opening, but much less forceful than Speedsafe.
  
  
• The Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K has blown up since it's release and a lot of high speed low drag tactical types love it for EDC use. $25 makes it a pretty appealing choice and rock solid under $30.
  
  
• The Spyderco Delica 4 is just a touch over $50, averaging about $60, but it's also a go-to knife in the $50 for many people. VG-10 steel on this one is a big selling point.
  
  
• On the same hand, the Kershaw Blur is usually available for about $60, and for those looking for a big folder (seriously this thing is large) it's a great choice. Sandvik 14C28N as standard steel, also available with S30V for about $75.
  
  A few notes here
  
  
• You'll see a lot of sub $50 knives using 8Cr13MoV or 8Cr14MoV. The main difference is a little more Chromium in the 8Cr14MoV, leading to a little more corrosion resistance. A lot of people loved the Skyline, but there were a few issues with minor rust spots on the knives, leading to many companies switching to 8Cr14MoV for some of their knives (most of the budget Kershaws are 8Cr14MoV now).
  
  
• Kershaw has many many options for budget folders under $50, for all kinds of aesthetic tastes. The Chill, Thermite, Link, Oso Sweet, etc. I've owned a handful of Kershaws, and loved all of them, especially for the price.
  
  
• The 8Cr steels (13MoV and 14MoV) are pretty much on par with AUS-8, especially from CRKT, Spyderco, and Kershaw who all do a good job on their heat treats. There's a slight difference in hardness (3 to 4 HRC difference by most counts), but really they're nearly identical for all intents and purposes, mainly sharpening and edge retention. Some people just prefer AUS-8 because they don't like so called "China steel."
  
  
  ETA a few more links and some clarification of my still-awake-at-5am rambling.

1. Benchmade 771 - out of production, 154CM blade - aluminum handle w/ Axis lock
   
   
2. Kenneth Cole wallet - very slim and usable for a front pocket wallet.
   
   
3. Tissot PR-50 - also out of production but similar watches are available for the same price. Check for a "sapphire" crystal. It is much more scratch resistant than the "mineral" glass crystals out there.
   
   
4. Leatherman Squirt P4 - a handy multi-tool with: blade/file/pliers/screwdrivers/bottle opener/reamer/etc.
   
   
5. United Defense Pen - a solid and affordable aluminum "defense" pen. When paired with a Fisher Space Pen refill - it writes everywhere: upside down, in freezing conditions, under water, always moves smoothly, etc.
   
   
6. Illuminati Titanium AAA light - because titanium is cool and 115 lumens is bright from a single "AAA" light. This one is using an Energizer lithium battery for extra run time (over an hour on high - way longer on lower settings). For comparison, a regular 2D Maglite is only about 50 lumen.
   
   
7. Zippo lighter - it's a "Zippo". If you need one they are time honored and reliable.
   
   
8. Titanium rings - 40% lighter than steel, just as strong, and 100% more unique.
   
   
9. Titanium clips - Looks like they are out of the Ti McGizmo's.
   
   
10. Custom engraved tag: $25.00 total, I had to have 5 tags made (to make the minimum) so I gave out a few gifts since I only wanted two (I added friends' numbers for their tags). I don't remember the name of the engraving company unfortunately. Some pet stores (Petco) have machines that do single engravings for "pet tags" that would work perfect for a keychain i.d. and only cost around $5.
    
    
    Edit: If anyone is curious, everything looks pretty much the same after three years except the Squirt's anodizing is a little chipped up. Black leather dye, Lexol leather conditioner, and polishing compound helps to maintain the shiny look. Also maybe don't put your Benchmade in the washer/dryer - that is hard on the bead blast finishing and also really aggravating when you realize it is not just a metal button from your jeans making the noise.

I carry a Preon P2 (2xAA) as my daily because it's small enough to fit comfortably in my pocket, but if you're looking for something more powerful, the Streamlight 88031 (2xCR123) is a fine light.

I know it's above your price point, but I have to mention the Fenix PD35 (2xCR123) as well. Of the ~10 lights I own, it's my favorite by a mile.

Both the 88031 and the PD35 come with a pair of batteries and a holster.

There are some decent AA lights out there as well; I can recommend a couple if you're interested. It's important to note that CR123 lights are generally better because the batteries are more suited to the high current required for a bright LED; if battery cost is an issue, look into rechargeable batteries for the CR123 lights.

TLDR: See links; CR123 lights are brighter and last longer; get rechargeable batteries if CR123 is an issue.

Okay here are some suggestions

1. Wallet. I have not ordered it yet but [this] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002P4Y9EW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A28SBX2GB3VZCT) cigarette case could work.
   
2. Knife: [Spyderco tenacious] (http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tenacious-Handle-Folding-Plain/dp/B001EI7578/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1370136756&sr=1-1&keywords=spyderco) is $32 and a little more than 3 inches or the [Spyderco ambitious] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004MMSDHO/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER) which is a baby tenacious with a 2 1/4 inch blade and $29.
   While they are not tactical opinels are really nice and are near $10 and come in lots of sizes.
   
   
3. Pens: I have a [zerbra 701] (http://www.amazon.com/Zebra-F-701-Stainless-Ballpoint-Retractable/dp/B002L6RB80) and a [Fisher space bullet pen] (http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Space-Pen-Bullet-400/dp/B000095K9D/ref=sr_1_sc_2?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1370136956&sr=1-2-spell&keywords=fisher+space+ben). For the money the zebra is excellent, the bullet pen is nice but there is a tutorial on how to mode the zebra to take space pen refills which is the best of both.
   
4. I know you got the wave but I suggest getting a small mt like a sak or a leatherman ps4 or micra. The victorinox classic sd is good and about $10
   
   Also with all the stuff you want to carry, It might be wise to invest in a maxpediton micro pocket organizer which is about $15
   If you got any questions just ask.

I prefer the Amazon Basic USB battery packs to the Anker ones, having bought both. The amazon ones are similar capacity but in a much better form factor for pocketing (taller and wider but more slender). I have both the 10K and 5.6K and the 5.6K is a lot more pocket friendly carry but for backpack the 10K is great.

For cables I carry two 6 inch from monoprice:

• USB-A to USB-C
  
• USB-C to USB-C
  
  Which lets me pretty much connect to any current power source now and for the foreseeable future. To connect to devices I actually use I found this USB-C to Micro-USB converter. Was the only one I could find that went the "right way", the rest seem to go from Micro-USB to USB-C. Finally an Apple Micro-USB to Lightning adapter for charging the phone.
  
  All told about one foot worth of USB cables and two dongles lets me connect to and charge just about anything I can imagine. Throw an OLight USB charger in with it and you can charge lithium ion and NiMH batteries as well.
  
  Everything above fits easily in a Maxpedition Micro that you can just toss in a backpack or in your back pocket with room to spare (small first aid kit, wet wipes, whatever).

I'm glad people got you up to speed on carrying an approved TQ.

I have not see anyone mention where to actually get training, so here's a starting point:

https://www.bleedingcontrol.org/may/learn-how

I'm somewhat concerned with the O.C. spray, as according to their website "18% OC" isn't a thing. Major Capsinoids are what determines how effective OC is and nowhere do they mention what percentage of Major Capsinoids their spray contains. It cannot be 18% as the most effective sprays used by law enforcement (i.e. Sabre Red, etc) are at 1.33%. Get and carry Sabre Red. Problem solved. Do not get gel, unless you like the idea of waiting around for half a minute or so for the effects to manifest themselves. Gel has a much longer activation time and you lose the inhalation effects. Get a stream.

https://www.sabrered.com/formulations-heat-strength-and-law

Jabber. Likely worthless. Even if you know and are well-versed in kubotan techniques, they still aren't a worthwhile defensive tool because they can't cause enough pain or do enough damage to physically incapacitate a determined attacker. If you are looking for a defensive tool to carry in your hand, carry the spray.
Spray should be your first option for de-escalation and defense, after of course awareness and avoidance.

Lights. Invest in a quality light or three. Olight, Fenix, Streamlight and Surefire make excellent lights. I have a small Olight I3E on my key fob. It's an excellent emergency, always have it sort of little light.

OLIGHT 90 Lumens i3E EOS PMMA TIR Lens AAA Flashlight Compact Keychain Flashlite EDC Flashlight https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017R560WC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EGjADbR5HG387

The Streamlight Microstream is another excellent small light. I generally always have one of these as a spare in whatever bag I have on me.

https://www.streamlight.com/en/products/detail/index/microstream-usb

My main EDC lights are the Fenix PD36R, the Surefire EDCL-T2 and the Olight M2R Warrior. Both the SIIIR and S1 Baton from Olight are also excellent if you're looking for something slightly smaller.

Any of the above listed also make excellent headlamps. I also like Petzls and REI has some really good deals on them right now, like:

https://www.rei.com/product/109952/petzl-actik-headlamp-2018?CAWELAID=120217890003369271&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=15724846360&CATCI=pla-401945114287&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C404_87834%7C1099520003%7Cnone%7C_kenshoo_clickid_%7Cpla-401945114287&lsft=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA%7C404_87834%7C1099520003%7Cnone%7C_kenshoo_clickid_&kclid=_kenshoo_clickid_&gclid=Cj0KCQjw753rBRCVARIsANe3o45iZ9-_AWJCwfsv2DCPv-g9gKBl43-zL4-f2q64a7QpuSpCCfUYxM4aAqwHEALw_wcB

Strongly consider adding or swapping out your bandanas for actual N95 masks. N95 means they will filter 95% of particulates. There are N99 and N100 masks as well, but an N95 will be adequate for filtering out dust and smoke in almost all short term scenarios you might encounter.

https://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-19253/Dust-Masks-and-Respirators/Uline-N95-Deluxe-Industrial-Respirator-with-Valve?pricode=WB0200&gadtype=pla&id=S-19253&gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=Cj0KCQjw753rBRCVARIsANe3o47D97sqUmfEGAAcaoGf6Iccqth1ZbjT0Y0yC1sI8dVaA1drIuLSMO0aAlU5EALw_wcB

My last suggestion since you seem to be properly concerned with self defense is this:

Go find a Judo club or a jiu jitsu gym and train. Go once and then don't stop going. Any reputable club or gym will allow you to come in and audit a class or two for free. I've watched female whitebelts with 6 months of regular practice absolutely demolish big new guys coming into the gym.

If you want a knife, take a look at the Kershaw Leek it's an awesome, medium sized folder, it is a great value for what you get. Amazon puts them on sale for sub $35 sometimes, so keep an eye out for that. It also has some different colored handle scales if you want to personalize it more to your liking.

If you want something a little smaller than the Leek, you could take a look at the Spyderco Ambitious, which is also a high value knife (less so than it's $35 bigger brother the Tenacious).

If you want an even smaller blade, take a look at the Spyderco Ladybug, it sports a 1.94 inch blade, so very inconspicuous and not "scary looking" at all. It'll look even more fun if you get yellow handle scales on it. They also have a purple version.

These are just a few options for you to look at, it really is only the tip of the iceberg. These are low cost, high value for what you get, I'm recommending the lower cost knives specifically because someone who isn't into knives might not value them as much (and thus not willing to pay higher amounts of money) compared to a person who is into knives. A lot of people think "What do I need a knife for?", well buy one, carry it on your person for a month and get back to me, you will see what a useful tool it is after carrying one for a decent amount of time.

Kingston DTSE9 - Small little metal 16GB USB drive that's meant to go on your keys. I've had mine for 3 years and I love it. It's gets this really nice beaten-up, stonewashed finish after rubbing on your keys for awhile. You can see how small it is on my keys here.

Fenix E12 - Compact single AA flashlight that is a great size for putting in your pocket/bag. I have the previous model, the E11, and I love it. Fairly bright for a single AA.

Leatherman Bit Set - I just recently bought this for myself, and it's amazing. I have a Leatherman Wave and a Skeletool CX which use Leatherman bits; some of the lower end Leathermans don't use these. This comes with torx, phillips, flat, hex, and small eyeglass bits.

Solar Panel Cell Phone Charger - I keep this exact model in my backpack with a 6" USB cable. It's basically just a small solar panel with a USB port. Really nice build quality for the price, and it works great. It can charge my phone twice without needing to be charged via computer or sunlight.

I think all of this is under $80 cumulatively.

I know this will get buried but I have decided to revamp my whole EDC.

/u/ieatedjesus I have taken the plunge on the Wallet you have recomended. I hate when a product has no reviews or I can't do research about it but whatever. I'm also super stingy with money so this is a huge deal for me lol ($42 with engraving)

As for the pen, I have decided to get a Fisher Space Pen $15. I have 3. Now I will have 4. (also bought a clip $5) ((also bought fieldnotes $10 for the wallet))

/u/odomandr I have decided to go with that knife $16. Nothing sexier than a good stone wash and minimalist design. I also need a knife. No idea about the quality but today I have decided to trust a total stranger on /r/EDC

/u/Ryl4nd99 Thank you for the great idea of a post! I hope to post again when everything comes in. I decided to add/replace my edc with the items above. I also carry a muthafuckin Casio as well as an Olight s2 Baton along with dollar store chapstick. Hopefully I can keep you updated or make a new post when all my goodies come in!

Sorry for the wall of text. Thank you for reading.

I carry very similar items as you do, also in my left pocket, and they fit perfectly in a BladeArt Mission Wallet. The black nylon version has served me well for the past three years. Last week I upgraded to brown leather.



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With the Mission Wallet organizer, I appreciate the fact that I can reach into my pocket, and withdraw solely with my pen, or solely with my light, or solely with my Leatherman, without having to take out the organizer.



Something like the Maxpedition Micro Pocket Organizer is the right size to carry my gear, but since my stuff would be zippered inside, I would need to remove the organizer from my pocket and then open it up in order to retreive my gear. I much rather prefer one-handed-item-retrieval.



With the leather version, I had to initially stretch the leather get my stuff to fit. My gear now fits great, but I'm still breaking in it in order to get to the point of one-handed-retrieval.



The mission wallet also has a zippered compartment to fit some credit cards, license, folded cash, etc.




Fisher Bullet Space Pen
Zebralight H53w
Leatherman Charge

Before the list, I would just like to personally thank all of you on the EDC sub. Many of the things I use everyday, I bought after seeing them here and reading your reviews and recommendations. I love seeing the diversity of the tools and stuff you all use. I'm including links to where I got my things just to save anyone the time searching.

Here's my EDC on a budget...

Phone: OnePlus 5t (8GB/128GB). Recently replaced my aging Nexus 5. No phone has ever been perfect in my eyes, but the 5t is awesome and lightning fast, and it doesn't have a bunch of bullcrap and bloatware.
https://www.oneplus.com/5t

Knife: Gerber Suspension. I have several knives, but this is the one that goes with me everywhere. The pliers, screwdrivers and scissor get used more than the blade.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EDPT9K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Watch: Timex Field Chrono. Inexpensive, accurate and reliable. Plus I think it looks cool.
https://www.amazon.com/Timex-T49905-Expedition-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B0083XFHIG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8

Flashlight: J5 Tactical V1. Got this to replace my Mini-Mag LED that constantly flickers with even the slightest shake or bump. I used to love Mags when they had incandescent bulbs. They really f'ed up their LED tech though.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V7T1YRQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Field Notes: I also do drone photos for real estate and I use this as a flight log.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0034KDEMO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Other stuff: Cheap glasses because I lose or break them about every 6 months. Chapstick, Levis wallet, car keys, G2 pen, wallet survival card ($1 at Walmart) comes in handy.

Not pictured: Altoids to cover up the coffee breath. Ringke Fusion phone case.

Nice carry! I would recommend adding a small flashlight. It's probably the most useful part of my EDC. I have the ITP A3 EOS on my keychain, and I love it. One AAA battery, 3 modes, super bright.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006K5C2EG?pc_redir=1404498212&robot_redir=1

• Blue Cerulean Zippo
  
• Taste-T-Picks mint-flavored toothpicks
  
• Blue Fisher Space Pen
  
• Streamlight Microstream (coating worn off where it rubs against my knife)
  
• new Spyderco Manix 2 in S110v - I linked the image to BBS, but you can actually find it cheaper on BladeHQ and Knifecenter.
  
• new +B Victorinox Castaway SAK in Blue Alox - Link is just the newsletter because it isn't available in the webstore.
  
• Leatherman Skeletool CX - I love this tool. I've purchased 4 or 5 of them and given them away to friends and family because I love it so much. I'd recommend to anyone. The blade on this thing is amazing.
  
• Burt's Bees chapstick
  
• Car/Jeep/House keys, Blue anodized WTF tool (Wrench-That-Fits), Blue Leatherman PS4, and iTP A3 EOS upgraded all attached by lobster clasps on Copper Corter Bottlehook and keyring.
  
  EDIT: Added links to everything and corrected some details.
  EDIT_2: Grammar.

There are tons of great options, the Parker Jotter I can definitely recommend. I've never had any leakage issues with the stock ink cartridge it came with but I also normally switch it out for a Fisher Space Pen refill.

Other good metal pens that aren't too expensive might be a Cross Click which is my current edc with a Fisher Space Pen refill in it which is great for signing receipts and quick things like that. I use it at work to give to customers to sign their receipts.. I like it because it is skinnier than the Parker Jotter, however, it is easier to accidentally click in your pocket whereas with the Jotter you have to use an intentional amount of force to click it.

Another one (or two) would be the Fisher Bullet Space Pen or the Cap-O-Matic Space Pen. The bullet is really quite compact and the Cap-O-Matic is a regular sized pen.

And if you're really worried about ink leakage in your pocket then you can get something like a Lamy Swift which has a mechanism so that when the tip of the pen is extended, the pocket clip retracts which makes it impossible to clip onto your pocket. One thing to keep in mind with the Lamy Swift is that it comes with a rollerball refill which is incredibly smooth but it puts out more ink than a regular ballpoint so it has a longer drying time and can smear on receipt paper.

Any of them are good. Knowing the model you had would be good.

My old recommendation would be anything in the 5600 line. There are many options, it isn't huge, and it fits well. That being said, for the last three months, I've been wearing the GW6900, and I love it. Little bigger than the 5600, but still very comfortable.

https://www.amazon.com/G-Shock-GW6900-1-Tough-Solar-Black/dp/B00284ADAI

You can't go wrong with any G-shock, but there are so many options that it might be best to look at their website to see what catches your eye.

Sorry for the throwaway. Felt a little weird posting this on my normal account, which has personal info on it. Here's what's in the pic:


Handguns

EDIT: No, I don't carry these at the same time.
M&P Shield 9mm w/ Old Faithful holster (warm weather carry)
M&P9c w/Crimson Trace Grips and Shibumi hybrid holster (for jacket weather)

Carried inside the waistband at the 1:00 position. I sometimes use a Smartcarry holster if I need to be extra discreet, or want extra comfort. When I go running, I carry a Ruger LCR in the Smartcarry.

knife
Gerber AR 3.00


I do terrible, awful things to knives, so I just buy cheap ones I can afford to replace. I have several knives I carry but the Gerber has been around the longest and has survived the most abuse.


flashlight
Sunwayman M10R

I just started to EDC a pocket flashlight. It’s incredible how useful it is, especially around the house. I like the Sunwayman because the brightness setting is easy to change quickly. Also, unlike many similar lights, the outside is not knurled so it doesn’t scratch up my phone.

keychain
Nothing special about the keychain itself, but I have on it a FourSevens Quark Preon AAA light and a tiny capsule that holds a single bill for emergency cash.

wallet
All-Ett Sport Wallet

Stupid name, great wallet. Super-thin and durable. I sometimes forget it’s in my pocket. Anyone carrying around cow hide should seriously check this out. No more back pain!

belt
Ares Tactical Ranger Belt


Yeah, it’s uber-tactical and a little mall-ninja-ish, but it’s the only nylon belt I’ve been able to find that doesn’t use velcro and can also comfortably support a firearm.

sunglasses
Revision Vipertail

I’m at the shooting range about twice a week for work, so I like sunglasses that are suitable for everyday use and are also rated for high impact

watches
Casio AW80V-3BV
Citizen Eco-Drive

I just recently started wearing a wristwatch again after 10 years without one. I tried pocket watches, but none seemed rugged enough. Then I went to a belt clip watch, but that selection was even smaller. So now I’m back at wristwatches and I’m trying out these two.

phone
Motorola Droid Bionic with Otterbox Defender

The phone is already pretty big, and enormous with the Otterbox on it. I love that it seems nigh-indestructible, but the rubber surface makes it hard to get out of my pocket.

Flashlight my dude, you won't be able to go back after carrying one.

Going by the rest of the stuff you carry i'd say a small AAA light that you can either attach to your keys or clip inside a pocket.

A couple of recommendations:

To clip on to keys: The Olight i3 EOS. 1xAAA 90 lumens, 45min runtime. Simple twist on/off, one mode, plenty bright for most daily stuff. If you want something multi-mode still good for your keys, the Thrunite Ti3 and Lumintop AAA Tool are honourable mentions too.

To clip to your pocket: The Streamlight Microstream. 1xAAA 45 lumens, 2.5hr runtime. Solid pocket clip and push-button that lends itself to be a really good momentary light but can be clicked on for continuous use. Really solid light, inexpensive, Tried and trusted by a lot of the EDC community. Honourable mention goes to the Streamlight Stylus Pro. Almost the exact same light but longer. 2xAAA, 90 lumens, 6 hour runtime if you don't mind the weight of an extra AAA on you.

Well heres a list of some from amazon.

• Opinel No8 Carbon Pocket Knife | $12 | 4.6 Stars
  
  
• Kershaw Chill Serrated Pocket Knife | $21 | 4.8 Stars
  
  
• Kershaw Brawler Speedsafe Knife | $23 | 4.5 Stars
  
  
• Ontario RAT Folding Knife | $27 | 4.8 Stars
  
  
• Kershaw Cryo Speed Safe Folding Knife | $30 | 4.4 Stars
  
  
• Spyderco Ambitious Plain Edge Knife | $33 | 4.5 Stars
  
  
• Spyderco Tenacious Plain Edge Knife | $34 | 4.7 Stars
  
  
• Camillus Carbonitride Titanium Folding Knife | $37 | 4.8 Stars
  
  
• Kershaw Ken Onion Leek Folding Knife with Speed Safe | $39 | 4.7 Stars
  
  Hope that helps!
  
  PS if you aren't sure about your knife laws check out this PDF just scroll to your state and check. Also /r/Knives can probably help you if you have more specific questions about knives. Although going to that sub-reddit will also probably mean spending more than $30 so be forewarned.

IT guy here. I work IT on offshore platforms from the trailers in the construction yards all the way through the operations out in the Gulf. So I would like to say that I work in relatively harsh environments. The tool that I use is the Gerber Suspention Tool. It can be found at any Wal-Mart for ~$20 and it fits my needs perfectly.

I have used every single tool on this thing and not a single one has failed me. I love that it has a straight and a serrated blade. I've even used the saw to make a hole for cables. It's light and it fits perfectly in my hand.

Other than that, I have a Leatherman Style CS on my keychain. But for work, I personally recommend the Gerber.

Yes! The Alox Victorinox Cadet (where it has the metal case instead of plastic) is awesome. It's super thin too, it fits in my work dress pants pockets perfectly.

• Water bottle: Klean Kanteen 64 ounce stainless steel - $30
  
• Phone: I might buy a cheap MetroPCS phone w/ $25 plan
  
• Wallet: Alpine Swiss - $12
  
• Watches: I'd be happy with a black and brown Timex Easy Reader - $25 each. Fossil would be my next level, but what are some some even better watches?
  
• Flashlight: This is hard because I love my light but it's discontinued. It would have to be a single AAA light with a reversible pocket clip. Maybe a Lenser P2 - $17
  
• Protection: Condom case - $5 and Skyn condoms - $17
  
• Protection: Glock 19 - $550 and Galco King Tuk - $60
  
• More protection: Milt Sparks pocket magazine carrier - $63
  
• Belts: Black and Brown Hanks Amish Belts - $36 each. Maybe I'd shop around, but they have been working for me.
  
  Keys:
  
  
• Leatherman carabiner + bottle opener - $10
  
• SOG keyknife - $11
  
• Uncle Bill's tweezers - $10 for 2
  
• A pill holder from Winn-Dixie... - ~$5
  
• Reusable earplugs - $13
  
  I'm not sure if I want to carry a full-sized knife anymore but I think the Boker Plus Nano ($43) looks cool!
  
  That's just about my current EDC. I'm planning on eventually buying the carabiner, key knife, tweezers, and I'll probably go with a desantis pocket mag carrier opposed to the 3x more expensive Milt Sparks.

I had a similar problem and wound up going the belt holster route. I put pocket dumps of work and day off. I went that route because I wanted to minimize the number of items in each pocket for quick retrieval, and wound up with my phone getting a pocket of its own (to save the screen), my keys and wallet in the other front pocket. and my knife in my back pocket.
There are a couple options for pocket organizers if you don't go the holster route. Precogvision's link is a prettier one, and Skinth makes something similar in nylon. These have the advantage in that you can reach in and grab something without necessarily pulling the whole organizer from your pocket -- they reduce your carrying capacity, but allow easier access to what you have. One of those would handle your knife, light, pen, and comb just fine, but then leaves you with putting a wallet or phone in a back pocket.
If you don't mind having an extra thing to pull out of your pocket before you get access to your stuff, several companies make small pocket pouches. Maxpedition makes a couple that look fine, and would hold everything not in the wallet pocket. But it's an extra thing to open before getting at your phone, pen, whatever, and then you're juggling all your stuff in hand as you retrieve and replace the item you're pulling out. I wouldn't like it, but a lot of people do and it's by far the least expensive option so there's no reason not to try and and see if it's for you.

Knife, flashlight, and good batteries

• Gerber Mini Fast Draw $21
  
  
• Gerber Paraframe Mini $10
  
  
• Maglite LED Solitaire 1xAAA twisty, 37 lumens - $15
  
  
• Olight i3 1xAAA twisty, good pocket-clip, 3 mode 2.5/20/70 lumens - $22
  
  
• ITP A3 1xAAA twisty, good keychain attachment, 3 mode 1.5/18/96 lumens - $20
  
  
• Jetbeam BA10 1xAA tactical tailswitch, 12/160 lumens - $30
  
  
• 4 pack Energizer Ultimate lithiums AA/AAA $8

Looks like you got everything you need! Maybe add in a little light! You can get a cheap, small yet powerful Olight that will be super handy! You would be amazed what having the power of light will do for you when you need it!

Bro, it'll be okay. I understand why losing a 30 dollar item, much less a pen, would be upsetting, but almost any of these pens are going to be just as nice, especially if you just get the chrome bullet instead of the titanium chrome. I recommend either getting the original or a Pilot G2, which is the first pen that was in the first link that I listed. Hope you find something you like.

I'm a fan of the Executive, which is very slim and has about a 2" main blade. It comes in black, too. If you want a bit more knife and don't mind losing the toothpick/tweezers and scissors, the Cadet is popular for good reason. Among the keychain size knives, my favorite is the Rambler, for packing all the most important (to me, anyway) tools into a very small package.

Yep 4sevens P2 2AAA with endcap switch is what you want. You can also buy a P1 1AAA and then buy the endcap switch and have a very small and capable light. Ive carried the P2 for a year its perfect. It's about the size of a gel pen and BRIGHT

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00914ZM18

It's great! Small yet feels great in the hand. Its my first Spyderco and I couldn't be happier!

It's also only $33 on Amazon.

Ah that is quite interesting! I always enjoy hearing why people carry what they do.

AAA with a pocket clip=Itp A3 Eos
AAAx2 with a pocket clip= Streamlight Stylus or Preon II.

I'd go with one of the 2x AAA's as they are easier to hold and won't fall out of your pocket as easily.

Tough question. I like all of my EDC items; that's why I have them.

If I could only pick one thing, it would probably be my Fisher Space Pen in Raw Brass. It rides in the fifth pocket of my jeans, so it goes with me everywhere. I like the patina it has acquired, and I like the utility of having a little pen that writes in any and all circumstances. My pen isn't the fanciest or nicest item in my EDC, but it might well be my favorite.

It's not quite the same but I have something like the Gerber EAB for a small carry and love it. Uses a utility knife blade tho. https://www.amazon.com/Gerber-Lite-Pocket-Knife-31-000345/dp/B002RILCLY/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=gerber+folding+knife&qid=1571754968&sr=8-4

Your flashlight now seems really good actually. I would recommend the foursevens preon 2. I have it and it's awesome.

As for knives look into the cold steel voyager series. The pretty cheap but have a good lock and come in 3, 4, or 5.5 inch sizes.

My good friend swears by this pen: http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Space-Pen-Bullet-400/dp/B000095K9D/ref=pd_sbs_op_47

When he first bought it from a Japanese market, it was $99. But it comes with a forever lifetime warranty, and is now less than $14.00. It will write no matter what (upside down, on wet surfaces, freezing or super hot temp, etc).

Also, with a bic pen as tactical stated, you can actually mod it, so it is half (or even less) it's regular size. Just need some cutting and a little cauterization. Let us know what you decide :)

You might be interested in something like the Gerber EAB or Gerber EAB Lite for that utility blade. Both are pretty nice. Ironically, the EAB is lighter than the EAB Lite.

> What addition would compliment this EDC?

You could always add a portable battery pack to keep your devices charged in case of emergency (there are lots out there, that was the first one that popped up on Amazon). Other than that, maybe a Clif Bar or two and a hand sanitizer pen. Lastly—because I recommend them to everyone—a Streamlight Stylus Pro would be redundant, but a very sturdy and bright alternative to your two smaller lights (which I'm assuming get lots of use in your line of work). The Streamlight and MicroStream are much more ergonomic and function using only one hand (having an end-cap clicky switch).

External batteries aren't all that expensive and are pretty powerful. I have this one that takes up very little room and will actually charge my phone. You're taking off the bracelet to charge anyway.

The battery on this bracelet can only charge your phone to ~10% and it doesn't look all that great.

No information included about your desired price range so I'll just throw out a few suggestions. G-Shock is a solid choice - my favorite is the GW6900 as it is 5 buttons (dedicated light button), solar powered, and sets itself every night to the atomic clock. A slimmer option is the GWM-5610 with the same features except for the dedicated light button. These also have non-atomic non-solar versions for about half the price DW6900 and DW5600 which both come in around $45. These are classic models and won't draw unwanted attention.

If you're looking for something analog, while I hate to recommend another Casio, the MDV-106 dive watch is really hard to beat for 40-50 bucks. Water resistant to 200 meters, real functioning diver's timing bezel, applied indices, rubber strap... it's highly regarded at this price point. Good luck!

sweet! Fisher Space Pen SPR4F Black Fine Point Pressurized Refill https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Z7WVZK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BxVACb0Q9KC8B

i love the idea of having my bullet-style space pen for EDC, but I’m really excited to make it actually happen with the fine point refill.

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Everyday Carry

My smallest set of gear that I always carry in my pockets consists of a knife, keychain, wallet and phone.

• Card Holder: Credit Card, ATM Card, Driver's License, Cash
  
• Benchmade Barrage 580SBK
  
• White iPhone 5, 16gb
  
• Carabiner: Work/House/Bike Keys, Utili-key, LRI PWK Photon II LED
  
  

  Everyweek Carry
  

  
  In addition to my EDC, my near-equally used Everyweek Carry offers more functionality and is typically carried in a Chrome Citizen which has an asinine phrase painted on the front.
  
  Additionally carrying a Maxpedition Micro Organizer and old camera case on the front strap.
  
  

  In Organizers
  

  
  The small, handy things that I need for one reason or another every couple days.
  
  

• 1 Sharpie, 1 Pen, 1 Mechanical Pencil, 1 Click Eraser
  
• Bic Lighter
  
• Leatherman Sidekick
  
• Generic old light, but upgrading to Fenix LD12
  
• Kero Nomad Cable
  
• Adata 16gb USB 3.0 Thumbdrive
  
• True Utility Slim Nail Clippers
  
• Uncle Bill's Sliver Gripper Keychain Tweezers
  
• Burt's Bees Lip Balm
  
• Xylitol Chewing Gum
  
• Hand Sanitizer
  
  

  In bag
  

  
  All items shown fit into the provided pockets, which means the primary compartment is devoted to the small number of day to day items (eg hoodie, purchased goods, lunchbox from work, toiletries, MacBook Air, etc) that are easily swapped and unloaded.
  
  

• Small Sketch Journal
  
• Sunglasses
  
• Eyeglasses
  
• LG Tone HBS-730 Headphones
  
• Business Cards
  
• Tissue
  
• Sunscreen
  
• 25oz Aluminum Water Bottle
  
• Chopsticks
  
  
  

  Specific Bundles
  

  
  I keep each of these groupings bundled together so in oft-repeated cases, I can pack and leave quick.
  
  

  Computer hardware when needed
  

• MacBook Air, Mid-2012 11" (case)
  
• 45w Magsafe Power Adapter
  
• 256gb Kingston SSD
  
• Razer Death Adder
  
  

  Toiletries
  

  Both overnight and long-term
  
  

• Toothbrush
  
• Toothpaste
  
• Mouth Retainer
  
• Dr. Bronner Castile Soap
  
• Dental Floss
  
• Deodorant
  
• Q-tips

I love the way the flamed titanium wears! All the little snail trails give it a ton of character. Yeah, I lost the pen and a sebenza at the same time. They were both in a pocket slip I made, and the slip slipped right out of my pocket without me knowing. Bad day lol. Here is a link to a fine point black refill

https://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Space-Pen-SPR4F-Pressurized/dp/B000Z7WVZK

Uncle Bills Silver Gripper has been on my keychain for a while now; They work great, and haven't lost them yet. Inexpensive for how awesome they are.

http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Sliver-Gripper-Keychain-Tweezers/dp/B004UBCKYY

Cocoon Grid-It organizer. It's rather cheap and especially useful if you use different bags like a messenger bag for school and a backpack for a bit longer travels. You can easily attach stuff you need once in a while to the grid and just throw it to another bag.

Currently my grid-it contains a USB-stick, couple cables, one of those Victorinox card multitools, a powerbank and a pen. When I'm traveling overnight I add a toothbrush and a small tube of toothpaste. 5/5 would buy again.

Edit: Pilot G-2 pen and Opinel No 08 knife are another fantastic pieces of equipment I carry everyday

• Bag: Hazard4 Messenger of Doom (M.O.D.)
  
• Pouch 1: Voodoo Tactical Men's Enlarged EMT Pouch has a mini first-aid kit removeable for smaller bag carry
  
• Pouch 2: Maxpedition Gear Beefy Pocket Organizer for charging cables, cubes, A/V cables, etc.
  
• Pouch 3: Maxpedition Micro Pocket Organizer for BT Mouse and small USB cables, flash drives.
  
• Pouch 4: Bushnell Equinox Z Night Vision Monocular
  
• External: Two "Yisbow Tactical MOLLE cellphone pouches" to carry an external speaker and iPhone 6 Plus with battery case.
  
• External: Hazard4 Launchpad-Mini Sleeve
  
• Miscellaneous Pens, Pencil, Pocket Notepad, Leatherman Wave, Flashlights, Batteries, Velcro Patches...
  
  Again, I'll photo the load tonight but I'm hoping this will help my post stay up and not be deleted until I can. Thanks!

Resqme Tool. $10. It's pretty awesome. Tried it out on some glass windows and it worked perfectly. It also has a ball bearing on one side so you can jab at the broken glass to remove it from the frame.

I know you asked for an 18650 torch, but I picked up this little guy, and love it. It sits in one of the pen slots on my NWUs perfectly so it's always there when I need it!

Edit: wrong link

I carry the Leatherman Wave. It's great because it does what I need it to.

Like /u/ParksVS said, I love it because you don't have to open the entire tool to access the blade(s), saw or file.

The sheath is also very good quality and allows for driver extension storage. You can also store the Wave opened up facing down so it's plier-ready utilizing with the hole in the bottom of the Sheath.

Plus, driver bits and plenty of warranty voiding Wave "hacks".

I suppose if cost is not an issue there's better and more expensive mutlitools out there but hey, it's $53 USD right now.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0062YADWI?pc_redir=1409578634&robot_redir=1

I wear the leatherman cap lifter sidekick. It isn't "real" climbing nor is it locking but it is perfect for belt loop carry. The clip is stiff and I've never lost anything with it. It's been through the washing machine a couple times without any decrease in performance. The bottle opener comes in handy as well.

Thank you so much! Is this the pocket knife you have?

http://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-53044-Cadet-Black-Swiss/dp/B000WEG8PA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1369709094&sr=8-3&keywords=Victorinox+Cadet


I am happy to hear the pen is working well for you!

That's a lot of stuff to carry in your wallet all the time. If your goal was to slim down the wallet, you're going to have to slim down the load. For example, find a pick gauge you feel comfortable using for both guitar and bass, scales can be pulled up online in seconds right from your smartphone, coupons tend to end up expired in the wallet before you remember to use them, ditch the coupons. Why not a pocket knife instead of one in your wallet? Honestly, you sound more like you could use and edc pack of some sort rather than a wallet.

Maxpedition Micro Pocket Organizer might be more along the lines of what you need.

Wiha Tools makes the best micro screwdriver bits around, and some of their products are available on Amazon. If I were in your shoes I'd buy this

My personal solution is to keep a Leatherman Wave with a Leatherman pocket clip in my EDC backpack along with a Leatherman Bit Kit that I've modified with a Nite Ize pocket clip and some gorilla tape. Anytime I need to do some screw driving I just clip the wave and bits onto my pocket and they're incredibly accessible.

Looks like you could use a flashlight. May I suggest the FourSevens Preon 2?

Also, if you ever want a dedicated EDC knife, I'd recommend the Kershaw Leek. Lots of options and a proven design.

Victorinox Cadet, same answer I always give to this question. Small but useful and universally nonthreatening. Plus it never hurts to have a bottle opener and a few screwdrivers with you as well. [Under 30$ also] (https://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-53044-Cadet-Black-Swiss/dp/B000WEG8PA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468775396&sr=8-1&keywords=victorinox+cadet)

Maxpedition Organizers:

• Extra Small
  
• Small
  
• Medium
  
• Large
  
• Extra Large
  
  There are tons of videos on YouTube showcasing size and items most people like to put in them. This would be worth looking into. Some other reputable brands I have seen are Vanquest and Condor. Personally, I use the EDC organizer from Maxpedition in my 5.11 Rush 12 backpack. I highly recommend it.

Neat, thanks for the link. Out of curiosity, why something like that instead of, say, a Gerber EAB Lite?

Also, while I'm here, a tool that seems close to OP's that I recently came across is Ron's Utility Knife from Screwpop. Thinking of picking one of those up.

here go

Also check out Coast flashlights, very good company and really nice lights as well.

If you need more of a multi-tool, the Leatherman Skeletool is awesome.

If you're just looking for a blade, the Kershaw Cryo is a really solid knife for the price (currently around $23). Because it's all metal, it has some weight to it, but I really like it and it's currently in my EDC.

If you want multifunction but not a large multitool, the Victorinox Swiss Army Cadet is stylish, lightweight, and very functional.

gerber EAB ( $9 )

Nitecore TIP ($29)

ROCO minimal wallet ($15)

Chapstick ($2)

Earplugs ($7)

Pen ($40)

This looks over-budget, but I bought most of the above on sale. Great thread, I added a few things to my wishlist, that's why I'm posting, to keep this going!

I've searched for the exact same thing for awhile. here is my list of watches i've bought. the protrek is my favorite.(adds atomic time) but if you want something nicer the wave ceptor looks good (but no compass)

(on sale) https://www.amazon.com/Casio-PRW-3000-1CR-Triple-Sensor-Multi-Function/dp/B00H3XHK64/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=protrek&qid=1573485592&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&sr=8-8

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-WVA-M640D-1ACR-Analog-Digital-Stainless-Bracelet/dp/B00J2T0S8E/ref=pd_sbs_241_1/135-0868598-8012025?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00J2T0S8E&pd_rd_r=9fed5b44-cf3e-4747-bda2-ab4b7ed226e0&pd_rd_w=zgBxT&pd_rd_wg=QB20r&pf_rd_p=52b7592c-2dc9-4ac6-84d4-4bda6360045e&pf_rd_r=97HYR3FWK43CS5J1XENJ&psc=1&refRID=97HYR3FWK43CS5J1XENJ

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007RWZHXO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Keep it light, keep it simple.

 

• Knife: CRKT Squit ($16)
  
  This small knife does the job without taking up much bulk in your pocket or EDC. And if you misplace it, it won't cost an arm and a leg to replace.
  
  
• Light: Olight i3E ($10)
  
  This light is fairly bright and is easy to use. Twist on/off. No fancy modes with this light. Waterproof and shock resistant in a compact package that runs on just a AAA battery. Also easy to replace if it mysteriously disappears.
  
  
• Pen: Pilot G2 ($11 for 12 pack, around $1 per pen)
  
  This pen doesn't need much of a story. It's cheap. It writes smooth. It conquers.
  
  
• Watch: Casio W800H-1AV ($12)
  
  This is a nice little watch for the price. It's tough and tells the time even in harsh conditions. If you somehow manage to break it or the battery dies, it's not going to break the bank to replace.
  
   
  
  Don't carry much in the wallet department so a rubber band or binder clip would do the job. That'd be less than $0.10. Do the math!
  
  So that's a grand total of $50. Excluding a phone or CCW since OP stated that isn't affected.
  
  Not bad for a few quality items that will get you through a day to day basis easily.
  
  Sorry if I missed anything!
  
  Edit: Added a watch to the mix. Added descriptions for all items. Formatting!

This might be a little above your price range, but I have the GW-5610. Ive had it for over a year now and love it. It's solar powered and has atomic time synchronization

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RWZHXO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PHkFzbP23QZXJ

I've been carrying one of these for more than a year and I've been pleased. I think it's a great keychain light although I'm not a big fan of the included keychain clip but that is easy enough to replace. Hard to beat for $20.

iTP A3 EOS 96 Lumen Flashlight -Upgrade Version 1 X AAA battery by iTP Light http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006K5C2EG/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Urlgtb1VFPA7G

New to /r/EDC, here's my start:

1. Notebook, puzzles, & book I'm currently reading (A Short History of Nearly Everything)
   
   
2. Gloves
   
   
3. Beanie
   
   
4. Nalgene
   
   
5. Firefox-branded Ogio backpack
   
   
6. Meds
   
   
7. mini-USB cable
   
   
8. Gerber multi-tool + Leatherman Freestyle CX
   
   
9. Kobalt flashlight
   
   
10. Belkin mini-surge + USB
    
    
11. Klipsch Image S4 headphones
    
    
12. Case for business cards
    
    
13. Spare earbuds
    
    
14. Contacts + glasses
    
    
15. Zune HD (yes, a Zune)
    
    
16. Spare 8GB flash drive
    
    
17. Nike sunglasses
    
    Items 18-24 are always in my pockets (+/- a few extras occassionally)
    
    
18. Chapstick
    
    
19. Keys
    
    
20. Gerber pocketknife
    
    
21. Gum (always always always)
    
    
22. 8GB flash drive
    
    
23. Money clip (credit/debit cards, license, a few business cards)
    
    
24. Fob for office
    
    
25. (Not pictured) HTC Inspire 4G
    
    Very open to suggestions/critiques. I really enjoy seeing all the different EDC collections, from minimalist to zombie apocalypse-ready.
    I'm thinking about putting together a car/bug-out bag, but that'll come later.
    
    EDIT: formatting

Leatherman Squirt,small metal container with sliding lid that you can put a sewing kit with buttons and safety pins in, another tin with meds, bills sliver pullers,victorinox nail clippers,cut an old gift card into a 1 inch wide piece and wrap a few feet of gorilla tape around it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JKUJLRE/ref=asc_df_B00JKUJLRE5111327/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00JKUJLSS&linkCode=df0&hvadid=194859264681&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3070529452007698534&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011806&hvtargid=pla-315180447551&th=1&psc=1



https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004UBCKYY/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1502155109&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=uncle+bills+sliver+gripper&dpPl=1&dpID=31OU8Sw1VRL&ref=plSrch


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001U52C9Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502155237&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=victorinox+nail+clipper&dpPl=1&dpID=41N2XmzlsoL&ref=plSrch

Just replace the ink in the existing pen. Super simple and highly worth while. link to the refill

Barely under $80 but I love my G-Shock 6900-1. I've owned two. The first one I had for about 6 years and went on three deployments to Iraq with me and still functioned flawlessly, till I lost it on vacation. Went for a couple years without a watch and just picked up the same model from Amazon. Couldn't be happier with it (again).

Front left pocket:

• Rite In The Rain Leather Cover with 3x5 All-Weather Memo Book
  
• Zebra F-701 with Fisher Space Pen Fine Point Refill
  
  ---
  
  Front right pocket:
  
  
• House key keychain with EDCgear Pocket Hanger (originally from eBay — link is to same exact rebranded hardware
  
• Car key keychain with TEC Glow Fob
  
• Sriracha2go with Blair's After Death Hot Sauce — the contents of this change every time I refill it. It will probably be Melinda's Trinidad Scorpion next time.
  
  ---
  
  Back right pocket:
  
  
• Fossil Flip ID Wallet — I don't think this is sold individually. It's actually a wallet insert that came with a larger wallet, but it's the perfect size to hold the bare necessities.
  
  ---
  
  Back left pocket:
  
  
• LG V10 with OBLIQ case
  
  ---
  
  Also pictured:
  
  
• UTG Tacticool Messenger Bag
  
• Gerber Suspension
  
• 27-ounce Classic Stainless Steel Klean Canteen with Sport Cap
  
• Smith & Wesson Galaxy 12 — my version is an older model that uses 2 CR123As and only has white LEDs and a regular bulb

If you want just a knife, I think you can go for a classic knife like a Buck model 110 (Link) or an Opinel (number 8 - Link) are safe bets.

Edit: Added Amazon.com links

Ahh, ok. I was fooled by the "ideal self defense edc"

There's always something like this, or a variation, if you're really just looking for a multi-tasker keyring.

Might not have the "cool factor" for you, though.

this thing is pretty cool.

http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-LTG930378-Carabiner-Lifter-Sidekick/dp/B0062YADWI

:)
I actually have the carabiner that broke on you, I hope it holds up well!

BM8180-03E. Absolutely love it.

Fox 40 Sonik whistle. Not something to be used for fun. This is a real emergency whistle that can reach 120+ dB. It's equivalent to having a chainsaw revving next to your head. They also make a standard version if you're not trying to blow out ear drums. It still gets pretty loud.

Olight I3E EOS

Olight I1R EOS if you want something rechargeable.

Also, Olight does regular sales and new releases on their website.

Streamlight is another great option but their keychain size offering is just not very good compared to Olight. I do believe everyone should have a Pro Tac 1L-1AA since it can take both C123A batteries and standard AA batteries.

My EDC Multitool is the Gerber Suspension. Best one I've ever had.

My G-Shock is solar powered and automatically sets itself to the correct time every night through radio signals. Never have to change the battery and never have to set the time, it's always running and always correct. I definitely recommend it, I've had two other g-shocks and this self-sufficient one is just so perfect.

Edit:
Link - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RWZHXO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_9sZoDbMBH6JFG

• Kent hand made pocket comb
  
• Kershaw Cryo
  
• Apple Earpods
  
• iPhone 5 w/ Lifeproof Nuud Case
  
• Leatherman Carabiner Accessory
  
• The Leathershop Card Holder Wallet
  
• Geneva Black Mini Money Clamp

I have a gerber suspension multitool and it's awesome for the price. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000EDPT9K?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title

I've owned all of the listed watches in this post, and I can say the most economical choice would be a G-Shock, by Casio.

I've ruined every watch that wasn't a G-Shock while searching for something stylish, and just gave up. Toughness or GTFO, lol.

The model I wear daily has solar-charging, so you won't ever have to replace a battery. It's pretty much the wrist-powered watch style, but replaced with a tiny PV-panel on the face.

It's $82, so $32 over your budget, but well worth the money.

G-Shock GW6900-1 Men's Tough Solar Black Resin Sport Watch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284ADAI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4D.Ayb29C7VEQ

its actually this one i used to carry it and they are awesome.

10 dollars


https://www.amazon.com/Olight-i3E-EOS-Flashlight-Flashlite/dp/B017R560WC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1481489215&sr=8-1&keywords=olight+flashlights


Single AAA battery, barely bigger than the battery itself. 100 lumens. Brightest light I have found at this size so far.

I just tried that S-Biner with the bottle openers for a week or so. I really wanted to like it but it was just too big and clunky.

I am giving this one a shot next. It arrives tomorrow...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0062YADWI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

1. Timex Intelligent Quartz Men's Flyback
   
   2.Jacob Jensen Titanium Series 640
   
   3.Leatherman Skeletool Multi-Tool With Nylon Pouch
   
   4.Leatherman e300
   
   5.Leatherman Style
   
   6.Car and House keys
   
   7.Leatherman Bit Kit
   
   8.Fisher Bullet Space Pen
   
   9.Moleskine Pocket Sketchbook
   
   10.Cleo Messograf
   
   11.Pentel Energel 0.7
   
   12.2x SanDisk Cruzer Blade 16gb
   
   13.Nebo Redline Select
   
   14.RayBan Wayfarer Polarized
   
   15.Not pictured, Samsung Galaxy S2

Discreet and light weight are also subjective. Do you carry a bag on you every day? or are you wearing cargo pants every day? or does all this have to get stuffed in the pockets of your jeans?

A lot of these things are completely personal choices and as such you might take a step back and evaluate what you have and consider what you find wrong with your current choices.

You might start with an Altoids tin FAK or Altoids tin survival kit

Knives...small, inexpensive, discreet, unassuming. A few come to mind

CRKT Squid

Keshaw Shuffle

Wallet. What's wrong with the one you have now? or do you just want a fancy new one? All my life my leather bi-fold wallets have served me well. Only had two in over 20 years.

Flashlights are good. You can go knock off or Streamlight.

Pens. People recommend Fisher Space Pens such as the one I linked. They're quality pens, durable, stylish and refillable. I personally carry grey Bic disposables because people steal them or I lose them.

Multi-tool...I suggest Leatherman. Again it's subjective based on the tools that you need. Take a look at the Leatherman website. They have a good tool selector based on size and number of tools you want/need. My Skeletool CX has always served me well.

A way to carry keys? What's wrong with how you carry them now? If you're stuffing them in your pocket traditional key rings are still fine. Carrying them of body? on a bag? Then some sort of carabiner works, like the Keybiner or some variation. Don't want something rattling around? The Key-bar is nice if you don't have giant keys.

I came here to say this as well. bonus, you can buy the Leatherman bit kit if you need more/better bits.

Skeletool

http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-830846-Skeletool-Multitool/dp/B000XU9NXW/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1368641314&sr=1-2&keywords=leatherman+skeletool

bit set

http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-931014-40-Bit-Assortment-Drivers/dp/B003E1QPZG/ref=sr_1_1?s=power-hand-tools&srs=2529770011&ie=UTF8&qid=1368641193&sr=1-1&keywords=leatherman+bit+kit

I've never seen a quality pen & light combo in one, but then again I've never really looked. Have you considered a Fisher Space pen, and a small AAA flashlight? Both are compact, inexpensive, and usually of good quality.

Fisher Space Pen
Olight I3S EOS

Thinkpad 11e netbook

Wenger EVOGrip 14 swiss army knife

Monoprice 8323 headphones

Prada Linea Rossa Eyeglasses

Timex watch with NATO Strap

Anker Powercore

Nintendo 3DS XL Mario & Luigi Special Edition

iPhone 5S with a random rugged case

Pentel Graphgear 500 0.9mm

Pilot Acroball 0.7mm w/ black ink

Pentel Hi-Polymer Eraser

Leather Wallet from some local shop

Kindle Paperwhite

http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-BM8180-03E-Eco-Drive-Canvas-Strap/dp/B000EQS1JW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377032266&sr=8-1&keywords=citizen+eco+drive

It's that watch with http://www.amazon.com/20mm-James-Bond-Black-Ballistic/dp/B005BKKE3C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1377032294&sr=8-2&keywords=nato+strap

that strap on it. There are a ton of sites selling those NATO bands. They're a little polarizing in the MFA sort of circles but I like it quite a bit.

Put this on the keyring and see what you reckon.

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I was a flashlight sceptic like yourself. This light changed me :)

Top left circle is my badge holder. I didn't feel like blurring out my badge so I just flipped it over.

Top middle is my keyport That holds 5 keys and one light. Its awesome!!

Top right is my slim line wallet. This helped slim down a thick old tri fold that I had.

Middle left is my spyderco knife. I like it and it has definitly came in handy a few times.

Middle right is my off duty glock 26. I love this as an off duty weapon. I've upgraded a few things on it too. I use an IWB alien holster for the Glock but didn't feel like taking it out of my pants.

Bottom is a case for my S5.


Missing is my watch that I wear, G-Shock.

The Zebra F-701 Stainless Steel Ballpoint Retractable Pen will fit a Fisher Space Pen Refill for a total of $12. I don't know what they'll cost in your market, but that might be a way to save money. A lot of people do this because they prefer the Zebra's form factor and sturdiness.

The Zebra isn't as compact as the Fisher is when it's collapsed, but has the same writing characteristics because it's using the same ink/delivery at that point.

G-Shock with solar charging and sets itself to the atomic clock.

This and this are good ones.

Knife: http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Dragonfly2-Brithish-ZDP-189-PlainEdge/dp/B004VG77R8

review: http://www.everydaycommentary.com/2011/07/dragonfly-2-zdp-189-review.html

Pen: want something really cool? look for a fountain pen. Lamy Safari or Lamy Al-Star to start. gouletpens.com

Flashlight: http://www.amazon.com/Foursevens-P2-AE-192-Lumen-Flashlight-Finish/dp/B00914ZM18/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1370113290&sr=1-1-fkmr1&keywords=47+preon+2

Check out the Spyderco Tenacious line. I've been carrying the Ambitious and its very good for the price.

• Bag - Mochibag All Black Adventure Edition
  
• Bible, ESV (I'm an intern at a church and a Bible College student)
  
• Book I'm currently reading (always good to have a book)
  
• Logitech Tablet Keyboard
  
• Extra strength ibuprofen
  
• Nexus 7 (2012)
  
• Grid-It Organizer
  
• Grid-It
  
• Leatherman Surge
  
• Caffeine tablets
  
• Bit set for Leatherman Surge
  
• Nail clippers
  
• Hand sanitizer
  
• Kingston pen/stylus
  
• ChapStick
  
• SanDisk 8GB USB drive
  
• Cree flashlight (3 mode)
  
• Deck of cards
  
• microSD to SD adapter
  
• SanDisk USB SD card reader
  
• Band-Aids
  
• Gum
  
• USB OTG cable
  
• Winchester knife (I'd link it, but I found it on the ground. I have no idea what model it is.)
  
• Small generic multi-tool
  
• Zippo
  
• Smith & Wesson Border Guard 2 (I'm about 90% sure this is a fake, but it's my beater knife so it's not a big deal.)
  
• Pockets/On Person
  
• Business cards
  
• Paracord bracelet
  
• Sony 32GB Microvault
  
• Wallet (Again, I'd link you all, but my girl got it for me, I have no idea where it came from. It's thin and nice.)
  
• Gerber EAB
  
• Cheap Walmart sunglasses
  
• Keys and stuff (carabiner is some ~$1 thing from Lowes)
  
• Key tools
  
• Nitecore T2
  
• Victorinox Tinker
  
• Kingston 8GB USB drive
  
• Gerber Shard
  
• Not Pictured
  
• Nalgene (But mine is red.)

Seconded. Have one, it's sweet.



http://amzn.com/B000IE0EZO

Panther Vision Hat

Cheap sunglasses from Zenni Optical

Casio CA53W

Gerber EAB Lite

Leatherman Wingman

Snap-On "Magic" Pliers

Kangertech EVOD E-Cig w/ upgraded battery

Wallet

Zebra F-701

First picture

1. Ares Gear Ranger belt http://www.aresgear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=6
   
   
2. Von Zipper Suplex sunglasses http://us.shop.vonzipper.com/collection/sunglasses/5
   
   
3. Powertac cadet flash light http://www.amazon.com/home-improvement/dp/B006H5618C
   
   
4. Chapstick. Duh.
   
   
5. ZT 0350 knife http://www.amazon.com/Zero-Tolerance-Handle-Speed-Safe/dp/B002QFJLEI
   
   
6. Fisher space pen http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Space-Pen-Bullet-400/dp/B000095K9D
   
   
7. Lighter
   
   
8. Springfield XDm 9mm in INCOG holster http://www.tacticalholsters.com/product/INC/INCOG.html
   
   
9. Suunto Core all black watch http://www.amazon.com/Suunto-Wrist-Top-Altimeter-Barometer-Measurement/dp/B001DCEKXM
   
   
10. Trifold Columbia Wallet
    
    Second picture
    
    
11. Everything sitting on a GORUCK GR1 pack https://www.goruck.com/Gear/Details/GR1
    
    
12. Powertac E5 http://www.batteryjunction.com/powertac-e5.html?gclid=CITDzr2UkbgCFcNj7AodnEoAUg
    
    
13. Mechanix coyote gloves http://www.mechanix.com/the-original-coyote-glove
    
    
14. Platypus foldable water bottle http://www.amazon.com/Platypus-Platypus®-plusBottleTM/dp/B001AQM330
    
    
15. 550 cord with Black Diamond carabiner
    
    
16. Knock off shemagh
    
    
17. Frontier pro purifying straw http://www.filtersfast.com/P-Aquamira-Frontier-Pro-Filter-System-67106.asp?gclid=CPLDr8OVkbgCFVJp7AodKDoAnQ
    
    
18. Kindle

/r/Watches has a buying guide for watches from $0-$250 here that you might find useful.

Some recommendations:

Seiko 5 Automatic SNK809 - $65

Seiko SKX009K1 Dive Watch - $180

Citizen Eco-Drive BM8180 - $124

Timex Expedition Field Chronograph - $48

Timex Weekender - $32

Casio G-Shock DW5600E - $41

Casio F91W - $11

Do you have any preference towards digital, quartz (battery powered), or automatic (mechanical)?

This style is much better.

I don't have that exact model, so I can't speak for it. I have a Benchmade Houdini.

That's actually a pair of tweezers: Uncle Bill's Sliver Grippers.

Consensus is that they're a good pair of tweezers.

No problem! He will need a pen to go with it, i suggest fisher bullets bc of their size and reliability, they come in a ton of colors/finishes, i have the brass one and it took on an amazing patina if he is into that kinda thing (if not go black), heres a link incase you're interested: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KQSMAYU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510540201&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=fisher+space+pen+brass

These two might fit the bill.

Consider adding: tweezers; a bandana; a usb thumb drive with critical information including backup of all your contacts, personal medical history, allergies, etc...; small notebook like a moleskine or write in the rain or field notes or even just a few index cards; and if you can fit it, one of these backup batteries.

Some goodies arrived from Amazon today:

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• Olight I3T EOS
  
• Victorinox Cadet, Black Alox
  
• Stainless Steel Parker Jotter
  
• Pentel P205 Mechanical Pencil
  
• TEC P-7 Suspension Clip
  
  ​

I don’t carry one anymore, but Leatherman’s carabiner opener has worked well for me in the past.

kingston DTM drives? with a freekey system? maybe ad a carbine for your keys?

as for a flash light what do you think of a streamlight microstream?

hard to say any more if i dont know how you carry all that stuff

also, try to fix one or two days (depends of how much you use your zippo) for filling days, that way you wont need a backup lighter. or just get some kind of a pocked organizer like a maxpedition mini or maxpedition micro, for what i see that is more than enough for you

EDIT: ADDED BELLOW

if you dont like carbines think about the P7 or Nite Ize Keyclipse

http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-LTG930378-Carabiner-Lifter-Sidekick/dp/B0062YADWI FYI, same width as a normal key.

iTP A3 Eos Upgraded. It's a keychain size light, but I hate bulky keychains so I clip it in my pocket. Twisty with three brightness settings, the highest of which still impresses me.

http://www.amazon.com/iTP-A3-EOS-Flashlight-Upgrade/dp/B006K5C2EG

I carry a geber e.a.b. http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-31-000345-E-A-B-Pocket-Knife/dp/B002RILCLY/ref=pd_sim_hi_2

It's small, light, always sharp, and you can easily remove the clip.

1. Leatherman CS
   
   
2. Nautica Men's Slim Passcase
   
   
3. Otterbox Defender for S3
   
   
4. G-Shock
   
   
5. Benchmade Contego 810
   
   
6. Petzl William Locking Carabiner
   
   
   
7. Zebra F-701 with Fischer Space Pen refill
   
   
8. Kingston Digital Traveler 32gb

That Nokia charger is really pretty but it's expensive. I got an Anker with the same capacity for half the price on Amazon.

Check out this handy little guy. My wife got me one, and I can confirm that the spring loaded punch and seatbelt cutter do work well.

I have this G Shock. It's a tank. It autosyncs with the atomic clock for increased accuracy (so you never have to set it, even for DST, time travel, etc.) and it's solar powered.

I have never carried an actual knife. I've always carried a multitool. It's much more useful while at work. Mine isn't the highest end, but I use it daily.

There are plenty of "cheap" knives that function wonderfully. For instance there is the Mercator K55K, any Opniel, Case SOD Buster, Cold Steel Tuff Lite, Camillus Trench and many more I cant think of right now. There's no danger in a "cheap" knife if its well made.

Spyderco Tenacious family are all in the $25-35 range if you want a real Spyderco.

Tenacious 3 3/8" blade

Persistence 2 3/4" blade

Ambitious 2 1/4" blade

The Skyline definitely sounds like what I'm looking for, I will probably get one soon. Traction probably won't be an issue, I'll likely be carrying something more robust when I'm likely to run into such situations anyways. I just want something with a decent sized blade (> 3") that's light (< 3.5 oz) and thin (< .5") to carry when I don't need something heftier.

Found the silver, black, and red Alox Cadets on Amazon. I don't see any other colors either. I can get a silver Cadet for $20 locally, but I'd rather have black and I can probably find a cheaper price somewhere. My Wenger is heavily worn but still holding up, so I'm not really in a rush to get another SAK.

I always go for this. Fisher space pens are simple, not terribly expensive, and they never let me down.

I got it from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Astro-Lipstick-Sized-Portable-External-Technology/dp/B005X1Y7I2/

This one in particular I got off of amazon here

Things:

• MVMT Watch
  
• Scull Spinner
  
• Arkadiylukashenko on Instagram
  
• iPhone 6s
  
• Wallet
  
• Walther PPS M2 (Glock 26/Ruger LCP 2)
  
• Magguts 7RD Magazine Conversion
  
• 8 RD Magazine
  
• MasterBlaster AIWB Holster
  
• Lumintop AAA Titanium Flashlight
  
• Benchmade Pen
  
• Swiss Army Cadet
  
• Vandermeulen Barely Legal (changes often)

If you want something similar in size to the Shuffle, take a look at the Spyderco Ambitious.

http://www.amazon.com/iTP-A3-EOS-Flashlight--Upgrade/dp/B006K5C2EG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415192536&sr=8-1&keywords=i3+flashlight

This is what i carry (well... lost it too) and it is good, but it's great when you put a 10440 in it. "Not recommended", been using it for 2 years with a 10440 though, no problem. It is small and cheap, which i like: i tend to lose stuff, so replacing won't cost me too much. Will buy a new one fairly soon.

Fisher Space Pen would be my guess.

Kershaw thistle https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I0RV72K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/155-8607091-4931342?ie=UTF8&qid=1478954103&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=kershaw+thistle&dpPl=1&dpID=31Sj8ybLnNL&ref=plSrch

Sanrenmu 7010 https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GMMPIK2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/155-8607091-4931342?ie=UTF8&qid=1478954244&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=sanrenmu+7010&dpPl=1&dpID=31OdU3KExQL&ref=plSrch

Streamlight stylus pro https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0015UC17E/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/155-8607091-4931342?ie=UTF8&qid=1478954332&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=streamlight+stylus+pro&dpPl=1&dpID=31cx0acp5QL&ref=plSrch

Tactical pen https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01E8V50DS/ref=mp_s_a_1_3/155-8607091-4931342?ie=UTF8&qid=1478954399&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=tactical+pen&dpPl=1&dpID=41j21-mqqkL&ref=plSrch

Gerber suspension https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000EDPT9K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/155-8607091-4931342?ie=UTF8&qid=1478954483&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=gerber+suspension&dpPl=1&dpID=415sAeQH8SL&ref=plSrch

Came in around 92 dollars.

The goods:

• Citizen Nighthawk WR-200
  
  
• OnePlus 3
  
  
• Zebra F-301 Pen
  
  
• Geoffrey Beene Slim Wallet
  
  
• Gerber Suspension Multitool

Contents:

AUKEY USB C Power Bank, 10000mAh

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JK63TSJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

OIWAS 17 Inch Laptop Backpack

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019RODPWY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Smith & Wesson 3.1 Inch Folding Knife

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007HAE5GQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Mens Thin Wrist Watch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GB1R4FY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Gerber Suspension Multi-Plier

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EDPT9K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

HISSIMO Mens Slim Front Pocket Wallet

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XYTTM28/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Google Pixel 3 XL

Google Pixel USB-C Buds

Dell Latitude E5570 w/ Charger

USB-C to USB-C Cable

USB-A Power Adapter Signo

Uni-ball Signo

Car Keys w/ Motorcycle Keychain (gift from the girlfriend)

Edit: Link formatting

BM8180 on a Zulu strap.

https://www.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Stainless-display-BM8180-03E/dp/B000EQS1JW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=55030464414&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpvi87q6h4gIVAsZkCh3t5gbEEAAYAiAAEgLX4PD_BwE&hvadid=274751142472&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=200803&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t2&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2352885283220255599&hvtargid=kwd-296619639587&hydadcr=28116_10167575&keywords=bm8180&qid=1558054955&s=gateway&sr=8-1

This is that exact watch link

https://www.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Stainless-display-BM8180-03E/dp/B000EQS1JW/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?crid=3N156ATG4IRG3&keywords=citizen+eco+drive+men&qid=1551232837&s=gateway&sprefix=citez&sr=8-6

The watch? It's this one, just with an aftermarket NATO strap: https://www.amazon.com/Citizen-Eco-Drive-Stainless-display-BM8180-03E/dp/B000EQS1JW/ref=pd_aw_lpo_241_bs_lp_img_1/144-7194565-8413942?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=CCPYMZZCCNVK966PQ9G5

From left to right:

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JLab Audio JBuds Air

Microtech Ultratech D/E Tactical

Spyderco Karahawk

Olight M1X Striker

Iphone 7

Wallet Ninja

Apple Watch 42mm

Kenneth Cole REACTION

Yookay Titanium Belt Key Chain Clip

resqme

Keybar - Carbon Fiber/Titanium

SOG Key Folding Knife

EDC Belt Sleeve

Fisher Space Pen

Evutec Karbon Case

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They sell these seat belt cutter/glass breaker tools.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000IE0EZO/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There's a key ring on the blade guard that pulls off to use the tool. You could put it on a key chain or tie it off in your car somewhere for quick access.

if you drive a car:
resQme https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVdpid6vWuY
http://amzn.com/B000IE0EZO

Unless something has changed recently, you should be able to carry a cadet in the UK. And in most places outside of airlines.

I just bought the similar model to the white one you have but in black. I haven't received it yet though. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00284ADAI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It is the 6900-1 and is solar and has the atomic clock. After 6 years how is the solar battery? That was my main concern.

Gerber EAB Lite Pocket Knife [31-000345] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002RILCLY/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_QONGyb66VMDM2

Gerber EAB Lite

Gerber EAB Lite Pocket Knife [31-000345] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002RILCLY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7BO3CbPR52HHW

Needs more knife.

Ninja edit: Cheap suggestion that wouldn't look out of place with your stuff.

if you only have $14 to spend on a knife

Posted this in another thread: http://bit.ly/TWNlLd

You could also check out the Tenacious or Opinel

There absolutely is a bit kit for the skeletool:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003E1QPZG/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile

I'm considering buying this set: https://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-931014-Black-Piece-Bit/dp/B003E1QPZG

Since I use the included double sided bit so much.

Leatherman Wave/Skeletool/whatever with the bit extension and bit kit?

http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-931014-40-Bit-Assortment-Drivers/dp/B003E1QPZG

www.amazon.com/Leatherman-931009-Bit-Driver-Extension/dp/B0022G72BK/

https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Ambitious-Black-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B004MMSDHO/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1541692271&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=spyderco&dpPl=1&dpID=41ei%2BUu8zaL&ref=plSrch

Depends on what you need/use chief. You can get a lot of decent stuff for that. Whats your need, job, application, where you plan to EDC it- pants, pack, purse,etc?

That said, I have one of these on my keychain-

http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Sliver-Gripper-Keychain-Tweezers/dp/B004UBCKYY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370660606&sr=8-1&keywords=sliver+gripper

Spyderco Sage

Olight I3S-A EOS

Recoil Cord Winder

Soundmagic E10 Earbuds

Allett Ultra Thin Leather ID Wallet

Burt's Bees Lip Balm

Seiko Men's SSC093 Adventure-Solar Classic

Mas Design Titanium Key Carabiner - C11

CHARGEKEY | Micro USB Cable

Leatherman Brewzer

Uncle Bill's Sliver Gripper

Kingston DataTraveler

Stylus

Pilot G2, Black 0.5mm

Fellhoelter TiBolt

Uncle Bill's Sliver Gripper

> Uncle Bills Sliver Gripper

Better deal?

that's an Uncle Bill's Sliver Gripper

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005CSYVSW/

Check out the Maxpedition bags. I use the Micro.

If you have a lot of extra space, try the micro version. That's what I use.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CSYVSW/

Decided to do something a little different. This is the first video of this type I've made.

In the order they appear in in the video:

Bag

• Chrome Citizen
  
  Writing
  
  
• Field Notes
  
• Space Pen
  
• Pencil
  
• Extra Pen
  
• Sharpies
  
  Tech
  
  
• iPad
  
• Case
  
• Keyboard
  
• External Battery
  
• Cable
  
• Shuffle
  
• Time-lapse thingy
  
• Tripod
  
  Bike Stuff
  
  
• Helmet
  
• Water Bottle
  
• Wind Breaker Can't find a link but its from gap.
  
• Tool Roll
  
• Wrench (Now replaced with this)
  
• Tube (700x28)
  
• Leavers
  
• Multitool
  
• Pump
  
• Light #1 (Can't find link they are both planet bikes)
  
• Light #2 (Can't find link they are both planet bikes)
  
• Light #3
  
• Carabiner

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005X1Y7I2/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1451261063&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=anker&dpPl=1&dpID=41mZyJKURdL&ref=plSrch

I carry the very convenient Anker Powercore+ mini. Small and lightweight. $10 at time of this post.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005X1Y7I2/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1449838809&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=power+bank+anker&dpPl=1&dpID=417yx2GOM4L&ref=plSrch

how about the leatherman one - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Leatherman-LTG930378-LEATHERMAN-Karabiner/dp/B0062YADWI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421146348&sr=8-1&keywords=leatherman+carabiner

or Sbiners - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nite-Ize-S-Biner-Size-Carabiner/dp/B000WY1MW4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1421146376&sr=8-2&keywords=s+biner

• Phone: HTC EVO 4G LTE
  
• Watch: Seiko 5
  
• Knife: Rick Hinderer XM-18 3.5"
  
• Lighter: Zippo in Street Chrome
  
• Flashlight: Foursevens Preon 1
  
• Wallet: Saddleback Leather ID in Dark Coffee Brown
  
• Keychain: Car/House keys, Leatherman Carabiner, Spyderco Bug

I have this one http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-LTG930378-Carabiner-Lifter-Sidekick/dp/B0062YADWI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398373498&sr=8-1&keywords=leatherman+carabiner

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007RWZHXO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1