15 Tools for EDC Gear Junkies

If you're an EDC Gear Junkie, here are some various Tools for you to check out.
Gerber Armbar Driver
Gerber Prybrid
Teale Designs Prybar & Driver
V2 Precision Driver
Griffin Pocket Tool "Adventure Tool"
SmallRig Multi-Tool
SOG MACV Tool
3 Key Outfitters MSR Marine Spike
GG&G Tactical "Penetrator" Covert Defense Tool
KeyBar Jr. Copper
Raven Workshop KeyGrip
Urban EDC Supply
Helix Key Ring K&MT Craighill
Brass Spike
Shirepost Coin "I Win, You Lose"
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[Artstar]

I feel through experience EDC is the 80/20 Rule. 80% of the tools you actually use come from 20% of what you carry. I have a tiny Gerber Sidekick that I use more than my $100+ multi-tools. We often carry so much stuff we never actually need. Plus a lot depends on how you dress. If you are in a pair of jeans good luck carrying 12 different knives, tools, flashlights, medical, mags, pistols, etc.

[GOxHAM]

Always fun seeing channels get into/share their EDC gear. As you mentioned, the whole EDC gear thing has really blown up, and there's so many options for basically everything!

[nmr]

It's not exactly bug out gear, but a trickle charger for your car battery is absolutely essential for bugging in. We rarely use our car right now except for doctor appointments, and for groceries twice a month, and I'm blessed to be able to resume court reporting using ZOOM. So our car just sits in the garage. The trickle charger means our battery stays charged. It's very comforting!

[nmr]

Comment no.3 the covert defense tool is great because titanium doesn't set off metal detectors. I have an ankle and lower leg full of titanium to prove it

[Project_]

It's the same with a good multi tool. I just got a Leatherman Rebar purely because of Gear Acquisition Syndrome (I'm guilty) but since I have it, I actually use it pretty much every other day and it spares me quite some time EDCing it and not having to:
- go get a box cutter
- go get to the tool box to get a screw driver
- go get pliers
- get a bottle opener
- get scissors
- get who knows what tool you need for every day tasks
and not having to put everything back after I used it. Especially handy when you're at work or not at home and you need to have what ever tool at hand and you actually have it in you pocket or at your belt.
It's not just to have it for SHTF or the rare case of self-defense. The other day my wife bought a fen that needed to be assembled. I didn't need to go to the garage to get the tools I needed, I just grabbed the Leatherman from my belt and had everything I needed at hand. Surely a small amount of time that was saved there, but it was oh so convenient. Cutting all those boxes your wife orders at Amazon and put them to small pieces with your serrated multi tool blade is a joy. You want to change strings on you guitar? Just use the wire cutters from your Leatherman (which work better than dedicated wire cutters btw! Went through the thick B-sting of a 5-string bass like it was nothing!) Best $100 investment I made in a long time. The only thing it doesn't do is unscrew your wife. (stupid dad joke, I know)

Same with a tactical flashlight! I got the ThruNite BSS V4, which is just undeniably the best value for your money on the market at the moment! Super powerful tactical flashlight with an aggressive bezel that functions as a kubotan/tactical pen as well. Forget the "glas breaker" function though - you won't break car glass with most glass breaker tools or tactical pens that advertise this. I tried it multiple times on a scrap yard and a normal person won't be able to break a car door window with those, especially not from the inside. For that purpose, have a dedicated spring loaded glas breaker in your car!
And not only do I feel safer (especially where I live, where you can't carry fire arms or even knives), but I use it much more in every day life than I ever thought I would. Even if it is a simple task as to light up the dark parking lot at work or bringing out trash easier, because that land lord refuses to replace bulbs in the container area. Drop something under your car seat, your engine does funny stuff and you need to see what's going on, just pull your EDC flashlight and spare your phone battery or the way to the trunk to get a flashlight. Everyone should EDC at least a tactical light and a multi tool. Seriously! Even if I wear shorts that don't have loops for a belt, I wear a belt with all my EDC stuff on on top of it anyway when I leave the house, because it is so useful and nobody notices you wear it! I call it the "bat belt". I use some EDC hacks, so you don't have to carry a bulky leather cases for each and every item - but bike tire tubes are the greatest solution ever, trust me! Slim and discrete. I never go out without it anymore! In fact I feel naked when I left it at home for some stupid reason! It's even worse than to forget your phone.

[LeeEngle]

Thanks for sharing the Tango Yankee Chip - ordered the big bunch just now - something that is greatly needed

[chuckless]

I carry the gerber dime daily. I find a use for it almost every day.
I like the brass keychain. Hopefully I can find it. 👍

[TexasRy]

Great video, thank you! I think I have all my gear, multiple split across different backpacks, bags, and always on the lookout for great items/materials for myself or friends, great video!

[dabo]

Thanks so much for all of these reviews and showcasing your EDCs. The Keybar, or a tool like it is so important from a home security perspective. I have a friend who is a locksmith and even taking a quick, momentary glance at my keys, can make almost an exact replica, without ever handling the key. Using a tool to hide your keys can help avoid this from happening. Thanks

[geico]

"The Penetrator"
Don't leave home without it.

[robhead]

Your channel is becoming my morning check in habit on youtube. This was an unexpected episode. Very good! But your prepping videos are absolutely terrific!! Thank you for all you do!

[consortthantos]

EDC is a leatherman, a small torch, and a handcuff key. This is what I carry. The stuff yuppy's carry is junk, like a mini pry bar, I have a wrecking bar in my car instead.

[christopherharpster]

That hex tool would be a pretty slick addition to my hunting pack. I'm an archery hunter, and I always have a hex set in my pack. Before I make my hike to the stand, I will check over my bow over in case my quiver or sights are loose. When I'm going in, I want to be as quiet as possible, and if my bow is making any noise because of a loose bolt holding something like my quiver, it makes noise. Not to mention if my sights aren't fully tight, it can make an easy shot a missed or wounded animal because it can funk up my pins. I do the same during turkey season going over my shotgun, because your slide can rattle around depending on the quality of gun you're using. I'm a hunter that takes everything into thought when prepping for opening day, so it works for me!

[realbroggo]

Just ordered 2 x SmallRig tools. Been looking for something like this for a while - yes there are similar items out there but this one hit the mark . Thanks heaps!!

[keyoutfitters]

Thanks for the review and shout out! We'll catch you at next Blade Show. You'll have to let us know how you like the MRS6 versus the 8 incher.

[tylergallagher]

My edc is a ruger lcrx 357mag or a kimber 1911 45acp, Olight baton 3 and a benchmade triage some times i also carry a victorinox tinker swiss army knife.

[FlockofSmeagles]

There were these swiss+tech multitool pliers floating around awhile back with a single diode flashlight built in.
I work with arduino and electrical components a lot, and I've been struggling to find a more heavy duty version of this tool.
I'm not well acquainted with the everyday carry scene. So I figure I'd drop a line and as y'all if you know where to find something similar.

[Castleknight]

I like the Gerber Armbar: I have 2. I also have both versions of the Gerber Armbar Lite versions. As many others have noted, the bit drive should lock. I have the Gerber Prybrid, as well. I have the larger version, too. I have the Griffin Adventure Tool, along with several other Griffin prybars.

[Cpt_Dave]

For the Gerber scalpel knife, you don't need to unscrew to change the blade. Just push the blade out further and you're good.

[APTSynthesist]

There you go again lol, I’ll see if I can get out of this video without buying something