EDC

Fenix CL09 LED Flashlight: The Most Versatile Light on the Market

You probably have noticed, we at Gear for Life appreciate multi-functional products...gear that can be used multiple ways in multiple settings. Fenix Worldwide is known for their high-quality lighting gear.  On of Fenix's newest releases is just what we value, the multi-use Fenix CL09 LED flashlight. Even though it is promoted as a camping lantern, we see many other uses. How many times have you been under the sink trying to work on the plumbing but you just can't see the problem. You have a flashlight but it won't shine on the problem--you need a third hand to hold it in place! The Fenix CL09 has a built-in magnet base and a hanger so placing it where you need light is resolved. The light diffuser also disperses the light an evenly 360 degrees. So think of all the places you can hang or stick the little torch to help you with those "honey do lists."

By Fast Eddie

Gerber Pocket Square: Who Said EDC Can’t be Classy?

Who said EDC can't be classy? While most pocket knives and EDC tools are made with utility and function in mind, and not so much matching with your best work clothes, the Gerber Pocket Square Knife seeks to do just that.

By Austin Leavitt

Kershaw AM-6 Neck Knife: Be Prepared for Any Task Before You

Have you ever needed your knife in a tight pinch and realized was across the room...or left at your house? With the Kershaw AM-6 Neck Knife, you are always prepared. Kershaw knives are synonymous with affordability, function, and quality. The AL Mar™ designs continue to a top seller for Kershaw.

By Fast Eddie

13-in-1 Titanium Tool from Big Idea Design

When it comes to EDC pocket tools, anything light, slim and versatile will take the cake over a heavier, bulkier tool - like this 13-in-1 Titanium Tool from Big Idea Design. Despite being only 4mm thin, it is exceptionally low-profile and slim, weighing only .9 oz. Yes, less than an ounce.

By Austin Leavitt

Tactyk BLADE: The Ultimate Everyday Carry Knife?

Consider this an addendum to our Top 5 Keychain Knives. The Tactyk BLADE - currently raising funds over on Kickstarter - is a compact, slim titanium keychain knife that not only fits perfectly in your pocket, but actually looks pretty sick too, with it's distinct, smooth tactical look.

By Austin Leavitt

5 Keychain Knives For Everyday Carry

The usefulness and necessity of a good EDC pocket knife is universally well known, and no self-respecting outdoorsman, adventurer - or anyone who prides himself on being prepared - heads out without one. By their very nature, pocket knives are compact and convenient, sliding right into your pocket or clipping to your belt without taking up too much space. Still, there are places and occasions where a regular pocketknife is just too big. It's these times when keychain knives come in to play. 

By Austin Leavitt

The Leatherman Style CS MultiTool Goes Back to Basics

The last few Leatherman knives we have highlighted have had some premium features, perhaps even been the king of all multitools. But the Style CS is something a little bit different, a very small and slim multi-tool, reminiscent of classic pocketknifes (like Swiss Army Knives) and without any unnecessary flair.

By Austin Leavitt

INFINITY CUBE – Can EDC Fidget Spinners Really be a Luxury Item?

Step it up and fidget like a boss. The new Bastion Gear INFINITY CUBE EDC Fidget Spinner isn't a toy. It is a serious concentration device.  Yes, fidget "toys" seem to be a craze. However, there is scientific proof that fidgeting does improve concentration. The INFINITY CUBE is a bit classier than those in the junior high classrooms.

By Fast Eddie

Gerber Center Drive: Rethinking the MultiTool

The Gerber Center Drive boasts of a screwdriver a revolutionary new center axis design, that allows it to open up and align like a real screwdriver for maximum torque and rotation - all the while remaining small enough to fit in your pocket.

By Austin Leavitt

Luminox Navy Seal Colormark: Swiss Precision For Any Adventure

Luminox has been making tough watches for military, police and firemen for decades, built to withstand the rough environments and situations they often find themselves in.  Their latest Navy Seal Colormark is simply the pinnacle of their watches - the toughest, most rugged and even best looking.

By Austin Leavitt

KeySmart Extended: An Alternative to Bulky Keychains

Keychains can be annoying, and bulky. They're unorganized, rattle everywhere, and the sharp edges of the keys jut into as you sit down. The KeySmart Extended is thus a welcome alternative; a convenient, organized and downright cool-looking EDC key holder.

By Austin Leavitt

The Tech Dopp Kit is a Stylish Way to Pack Your Tech Essentials

Carrying all your tech supplies around can be a pain – wires get tangled up and screens crack in the bottom of the bag. Enter This Is Ground, and their Tech Dopp Kit 2.

By Austin Leavitt

EDC Card by Cha-o-ha: The Pinnacle of the Minimalist Multitool

Multitools are fantastic companions to keep in your pocket...but sometimes, they can get a little carried away with the assortment of tools and accessories built-in. If that's how you feel, and you're looking for something much more minimal and stripped-down - then the Cha-o-ha EDC card is for you.

By Austin Leavitt

The Everyday Backpack Might Be the Most Customizable edc Pack You Own

Peak Design is known for their revolutionary camera accessories, like the Capture Clip, that give creative adventurers the convenience and freedom to bring their beloved camera kits everywhere they go. And with that same idea in mind, the folks at Peak Design have put together the Everydack Backpack - a go-anywhere, do-anything bag for camera accessories and just about anything else you could need.

By Austin Leavitt

Never Lose Your Keys Again With Tile Mate

Can’t find your wallet? Misplaced your keys for the 79th time? Thanks to the Tile Mate, you’ll never have to backtrack frantically again. The new, updated version of the Tile Mate is 25% smaller than the original. It attaches to your keys, wallet, phone - or anything else you wish - using either adhesive, or the integrated loop hole. It connects to your phone via Bluetooth. The Tile Mate app records the last place your item was seen at, and should you forget where it is, you can simply look it up on your phone.

By Austin Leavitt

The Leatherman MUT is a Multitool with Tactical Intent

The Leatherman MUT is a capable multi-tool, completely operable with only one hand. Leatherman designed it with military and law enforcement in mind, decking it out with an array of tools (16, to be exact) suitable for both tactical and everyday use. This includes several different threaded spots for attaching cleaning rods and additional tools, and the screwdriver bits are sized for adjusting both military and civilian scopes and sights.

By Austin Leavitt

MVMT Classic: A Timeless Men’s Watch

Looking for a classic watch that goes with any outfit? The MVMT Classic in Black and Tan is a straight-up minimalist watch and is the perfect blend of modern fashion and vintage men's style. A black brushed stainless steel face is trimmed with gunmetal and red hands, the MVMT logo and - nothing else. That's the beauty of the MVMT - it's streamlined, with no frills or fancy dials. No bulk, no clunk, no watch face the size of a hamburger on your wrist. It blends in with any outfit, and MVMT boasts of its ultimate versatility, appropriate for formal, semi-formal and casual outfits.

By Austin Leavitt

The Magpul Field Case: A Durable, Military-Grade Phone Case

By Austin Leavitt

The Boker MultiPurpose Pen: The Ultimate EDC Pen

By Austin Leavitt

Benchmades’ First Slipjoint: The 319 Proper

Looking for something simple, small and classy? Slipjoints are classic knives, and Benchmade - long a trustworthy name in knife-making - has made nice, reliable slipjoint in their 319 Proper, billing it as a "modern take on a classic gentleman's knife". It has the look of a classic, old-fashioned jackknife, but with the materials and durability of modern EDC must-haves.

By Austin Leavitt

Stainless and Sturdy: The Leatherman Skeletool Multitool

By Austin Leavitt

Top Oxford Shirt on the Market: Todd Snyder Japanese Selvedge Oxford

Oxford shirts are a staple of men’s style, appropriate for casual, semi-casual and even some slightly-less-than-formal occasions. Wear it with jeans or chinos when out on the town, with shorts for a casual look at the summer cookout, or even put it under a linen suit in hot summer weather. Whatever kind of look you’re going after, you should have at least one favorite oxford in your wardrobe. And if you’re looking for a classic item that will go with any outfit, check this Japanese Selvedge Shirt from Todd Snyder – one of the best oxford shirts out there today.

By Fast Eddie

Gear Gripz: Helping You “Get a Grip” in Life

Quit Dropping Your Gear! Get a grip with ingenious rubberized Gear Gripz. GEAR GRIPZ is a textured rubber grip tape designed to enhance the grip and style of your gear. A specially formulated industrial strength adhesive backing allows it to be adhered to all types of surfaces, without harming the product. Gear Gripz is a result of a very successful Kickstarter program and has gone on to be used worldwide.

By Fast Eddie

#1 Flashlight Manufacturer Has a Hit: Fenix FD20 Focused-Beam LED Flashlight

Flashlight technology has advanced by "light years" over the past several year, thanks to LED technology and the miniaturization of electronics. Fenix, a leader in the lighting industry, has released a long-awaited focus-beam flashlight powered by a standard AA battery, the Fenix FD20 LED Flashlight. The powerful 350-lumen flashlight produces a focused beam spotlight with a beam distance of 377 feet. Twist the focusing ring and you get a 78-degree flood beam with a beam distance of 158 feet. With the Fenix FD20, you have total control over the beam pattern of your LED flashlight.

By Fast Eddie