10 Everyday Carry (EDC) Items Real Men Should Carry

For some reason, less and less men find it useful to have EDC items at the ready. Here are some items you need to consider carrying today.

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00:00 Intro
00:41 1. Pocket Knife
02:11 2. Pen and Pad
03:39 3. Watch
05:56 4. Flashlight
07:59 5. Multi-tool
10:28 6. Wallet & Cash
13:27 7. Cordage
14:41 8. Lighter
16:02 9. Battery Bank
17:13 10. Water Bottle
17:58 Outro

[Bailey_R]

I just carry black airforces, a ski mask, and a glock 17. You'd be surprised how much more stuff you can aquire throughout the day

[Ed-igfj]

You have some great ideas here. I would add a handkerchief. It is good for use on wounds, wiping off the cat food gravy you got on you whilst feeding the cats at the farm, and I once loaned mine to a sobbing girl at a bar - boyfriend issues. In my car I bring my "day pack" when I am driving, especially through the boonies at night. It holds high-calorie snacks, water, lighters, etc. so If I dodge a deer and fly into the bushes from over-steering, I can sit snacking in my car if the doors won't open, and I can't get out till daylight when, maybe, the police find me. Someone died about a year ago near the farm when their car disappeared into the brush, and it wasn't spotted till 3 days later. Lastly, a tactical pen, such as those made by Atomic Bear, is compact yet it has a flashlight, a pen, tiny tools, and a "carbide" point for breaking out of auto-glass or bonking unpleasant people on the head. Hey, M-X, I wish we could trade shots of whisky! --Old Guy

[itsjeansmit]

Excellent list man, first time coming across your channel so definitely subscribing.
Some extras i have in the car:
- Headache tables, nothing like having your head exploding and no meds
I also have some other meds
- Bandana, just in case there is a fire and i need to cover my mouth
- Emergency sowing kit - Just some needles, thread and button, this is for when i get to an interview/function and my button pops off
- Mint Gum - To help with coffee breath when at a interview/function

On me, i carry:
Pocket Knife, Pen, Flashlight, small multitool, prybar, bandana/rag

[justiceroadrallies]

Hand sanitizer or wet wipes come in handy soooo often. You never know if sink isn’t going to be working or if you get something sticky on your hands. I use one of these everyday at the very least.

[UncleTravelingMatt]

As a mechanic I use a flashlight in my pocket constantly. I use a Streamlight that is a really good brand, has rubber on the end so I can hold it in my mouth and not chip my teeth.

[DrewMarold]

Two things I'll add that are part of my EDC: a good old-fashioned handkerchief in your back pocket, and a set of earplugs.

[TheIcemm]

As a mechanic I carry everything on the list and a small pair of finger nail clippers. Great for quick trims or splinter removal.

[mewithknives]

it's a solid list I agree with it and I'll explain my choices
Knife: I generally prefer full size(3.5in) or larger and I'm a fan of crossbar locks
Pen: I've settled on Zebra pens for mix of quality and lower price since I have had some stolen by coworkers currently use a modified sarasa with an ultra fine tip ink barrel. I keep a stash of dollar store note pads around.
Watch: I'd prefer a water resistant timex expedition however I'm wearing a samsung watch.
Flashlight: this one I am all over the place I prefer a light with multiple modes and preferably a moonlight mode. I also prefer a clip I can attach to my hat (which is always part of my edc) for hands free operation. Then there's batteries or rechargeable with a battery option I can just drop in a new one and keep rolling if I drain a rechargeable then its out of action for however long it takes to recharge it.
Multitool: currently I'm carrying a leatherman surge that has served me well with it's 2 knife blades, scissors, pliers and bit kit..
Wallet and cash: I'm using a "ridge" like wallet to carry a few cards and a money clip for cash which I usually keep a 20 dollar bill or 2 just in case.
Cordage: I keep some 550 and 1100 cord in my vehicle too.
Lighter: This another undecided choice for me I carry and prefer a butane torch and I have a habit of buying value packs of bic and/or scripto (do you know the scripto hack?) lighters that I keep a few in various jackets and in our vehicles. I like bics for "just in case " it runs out of fuel I can still use the flint for a spark.
Battery bank: much like you I have them all over the place too along with a charger cord or 2 for phones and flashlights.
Water bottle: I prefer steel water bottles because worse case I can boil said water for a variety of reasons such as purification, cooking, ect.
Hat: Preferably a baseball style which has a bill stiff enough to support a small flashlight for hands free operation, provide shade for my eyes on sunny days, and as a handle to fan flames as I'm building a campfire which can happen often while I'm fishing throughout the year in Delaware.
Gloves: I always have a pair or 2 of work gloves in my vehicles for duties such as collecting firewood, changing a tire during cold weather, and other tasks.
This is my lineup. What do you think?

[MrRedKing]

I have a couple of the Olight UV lights. Has actually gotten me 2 free stays and 2 free upgrades at hotels.

[PandaWheel]

I enjoyed your low key approach. I love to update EDC items. As a woman many things are kept, in my purse, but have started putting the most important things in my pockets. Being prepared makes you feel more confident. Thank you, I subscribed.

[Philip_was_here]

On person EDC- Wallet, Cellphone, Keys, Pocketknife. Sometimes a small flashlight (especially in winter where its dark early)-wearing a smartwatch/watch.. 'the rest' goes in the car or a backpack if I'm carrying one. I used to obsess over my EDC but real world xp shows you can do without having the; Pen & pad, multi-tool, cordage, lighter, battery bank, and water bottle directly on person. Sure, having those handy nearby is great but 99% of the time carrying all of that on you is overkill- great vid

[boundarypack]

Hey man. First time here. Great video! The only thing that I would add is a small sew kit to make small repairs on gear or clothes. I keep a small one in the glove compartment. Contains a patch or two, glue, waxed thread, a strait needle, a curved needle and 2 different size buttons, . I once blew the crotch of my slacks out at a wedding and was able to repair them and continue the celebration. If I'm going into the wilderness it, I toss it in my bag. Simple, light weight, takes up almost no room. It has my made life easier many times.

[doktaahwho]

I recommend you add a sillcock key, being able to access water from a outdoor spigot from commercial buildings is a must if stranded.

[Raleigh_Dawg]

Great video - might lead to another vid on items always in your truck. Small set of jumper cables, tow rope, leather clothes and compact shovel. Also a rain poncho and emergency blanket in the rear door slots are in my truck.

[MTMILITIAMAN.]

I agree. Excellent list! My state has virtually no knife laws. I carry a decent fixed blade, a Tops HOG 4.5 in a Red Hill kydex. I carry a Leatherman Wave+, and yes, the scissors are awesome. Zip ties to finger nail clippers, the scissors come in handy. I got tired of needing a flashlight to find a flashlight, so I carry a Fenix PD36R. My watch is a Casio GShock Mudmaster. Indestructible, functional. I also have a backpack I carry with me everywhere. It is a Mystery Ranch Two Day Assault. It has everything I need to spend an unexpected night in the woods or away from home, and useful things from an IFAK to phone charger, notepad, knife sharpener, batteries, p-cord, a folding saw, a Nalgene and carabiner, a small screwdriver set for fixing glasses or other small items, ect My wife calls it my purse. She makes fun sometimes, but it has saved our asses. When she gets a migraine, she isn't laughing when I am able to just pull out a little first aid kit and grab some Excedrin. I was a Boy Scout, and I have tried to be prepared for most situations since I was a boy. I started with a Swiss Army knife and a Timex when I was about 7. When any of my friends need something, from tweezers to a Sharpie, they ask me first.

[DarknessNation]

I do agree with all of your choices... myself I do carry a crkt provok.... heavy but quick deployment, pepper spray... "A little hotsauce can go a long way", a small streamlight is better than the olight's... "I used a olight for less than a year and it started giving out.. my stream light is going on 3 years now", a analog watch, and a leatherman with my ccw carry and a spair mag, as well as a eagle torch.

I keep a bag in my car at all times that has a complete first aid kit extra set of clothing with a few food bars, 2 bottles of water with a empty water bladder and a small battery pack with solar panels built in, as well as some cordage and a fixed blade knife. Most items in the bag is vacuumed sealed to compress items to it's smallest components.

[erico]

My Fathers rule on cash was to NEVER carry any in your wallet. Keep it your front pocket of choice and always keep the small bills on top so that's all that people see when you have to pull out. The change goes in the opposite pocket and thats what you use until it runs out. If you can you put a twenty under the sole of your shoe...Both if possible

[Inkling]

Great advice! I'll add a few. 1. If knives are legally iffy where you are, check out collapsible batons. 2. If you're someplace you don't know well, a compass will keep you headed in the right direction. The tiny ones are worthless. Get one a couple of inches across. 3. When you buy a flashlight, consider getting one with a dim 'moonlight' mode. It'll let you navigate dark streets without attracting attention.

[TheGoldenAgeofHardRock]

Semper Fi, Devil Dog! I was surfing the tube and came across your channel and just hit the sub button. You've got a great channel and I always like to see my fellow Leathernecks thriving in this space. The one thing that I've recently changed in my EDC, due to receiving it as a Christmas gift from my wife, is the watch. I have forever worn a Casio ProTrek for hiking but now I have the apple watch and I really like all of the fitness stuff + weather + stock quotes, etc, but I know it is dependent on the net being up. I'll probably just put the ProTrek in my vehicle bag just in case. Looking forward to diving deeper into your content. Keep Rockin'

[Iberian]

Also, 1 or 2 safety pins on your keychain. They come in very handy.