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January EDC Gear Roundup – What Came Into the Channel
Every month, a mix of gear makes its way onto my desk. Some items are sent in by manufacturers for testing and review, while others are purchased using funds generated by this channel. This post is a snapshot of what came in this month and what stood out after hands-on time. Why Monthly EDC Roundups
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Lochby Field Sling Review: A Minimal Sling for iPad Mini Carry
Everyday carry isn’t just about knives, flashlights, and wallets. For many of us, information is just as important. That’s why a pen, notebook, or tablet often earns a place in our daily loadout. In this post, I’m sharing an early look at the Lochby Field Sling — a compact waxed canvas sling I picked up
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Using a Flashlight for Personal Safety: A Responsible EDC Approach
When people talk about self-defense tools, flashlights are often misunderstood. A flashlight is not a weapon. Used responsibly, it’s a tool for awareness, deterrence, and creating time to leave a situation safely. This article uses the Olight Ark Pro Phantom Squadron (Cool White) as an example, focusing on how modern EDC flashlights can support personal
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Acebeam K1 Review: A Triple-Output EDC Flashlight
The Acebeam K1 is a compact everyday carry flashlight that combines a powerful white light, a UV emitter, and a green laser into a single pocket-sized tool. Watch the Video Review Design and Build The K1 is constructed from 6061-T6 aluminum with a hard-anodized finish. It carries an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance
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Umevo Plus Review: When Information Becomes Part of Your EDC
Everyday carry usually brings to mind knives, flashlights, and wallets. Over time, I’ve found that information deserves the same consideration. If a tool helps capture thoughts, conversations, or decisions quickly, it earns a place alongside traditional EDC gear. The Umevo Plus came into the channel for hands-on evaluation, and I’ve been treating it less like
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Tunenge S15 Pro-T Flashlight Review: A Multi-Function Keychain EDC Light
The Tunenge S15 Pro-T is a compact keychain flashlight that brings more functionality than you’d expect from its size. This light was sent into the channel for hands-on testing and evaluation, and it offers multiple lighting options along with built-in utility tools. Watch the Full Video Review Product Link Tunenge S15 Pro-T Flashlight: View on
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Vero X Real Tree Tide Tracker Review: A USA-Made Mechanical EDC Watch
A complete everyday carry setup isn’t just about what’s in your pockets — it’s also about what’s on your wrist. The Vero X Real Tree Tide Tracker in Compass Black is a mechanical watch designed to add real capability to an EDC loadout without relying on batteries, apps, or phones. This watch came into the
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EDC Roundup – December 2025
This EDC roundup highlights gear that was either purchased by me or sent into the channel throughout the month for hands-on testing, evaluation, and potential future review. Watch the Full Video Blade Care & Maintenance Axe Wax Sealer Wax (Food Grade) Beeswax Tools & Knives CROM Mini EDC Ratchet WorkPro Water Pump Pliers Kizer Drop
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Kizer Drop Bear 2 & Mini Harpoon Review: Two Very Different Takes on Everyday Carry
Kizer recently sent over two knives that represent opposite ends of the everyday carry spectrum: the Kizer Drop Bear 2, a button-lock folding knife, and the Kizer Mini Harpoon, a compact fixed blade built for hard use. This article covers first impressions, design, materials, carry considerations, and how these knives fit into a real-world EDC