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Even though Damascus knives are known to be some of the sharpest and strongest blades out there, they too eventually go blunt. For avid cooks, there is nothing worse than a dull knife; it just takes the fun out of any kitchen.
Seldom does a new company hit the market with such a bang. Well, that's exactly what Ekster did with this initial Kickstarter project in 2015. Today, they are a leader in innovative EDC wallets and EDC gear accessories.
EDC, a.k.a. everyday carry, is a term you can hear more and more often today. However, the concept behind it has existed for millennia. In fact, it’s been around since the man was advanced enough in its evolution to have any tools.
Since 2012, the Fenix TK22 Tactical flashlight has been one of the brand's best sellers. With the latest iteration, Fenix Lights has continued to push the limits on output and versatility with the TK22 V2.0.
The dawn of spring and the promise of an upcoming summer mean we’re dusting off some of the gear getting back out there. They also mean it’s time to upgrade some old pieces of gear to improve the kit for the upcoming season.
We love EDC knives as much as the next guy – if not more. Which is why we’re always looking at adding new ones to our collection. Whether light and affordable or worth spending half a week’s paycheck on, here are a few of the coolest EDC knives we’re looking at right now.
Todd Rexford is an accomplished custom knife-maker, and one of the best in business. Which is probably why his R.U.T is selling for $130, when it seems to be nothing more than a fancy razor blade handle/box cutter. But hey, the R.U.T. – short for Rexford Utility Knife - might just be the ultimate utility razor blade.
Quick, think multitool. What’s the first thing that pops into your head? For us, it’s the name Leatherman. Along with Swiss Army Knife and Gerber, they are one of the most tried-and-true brands of multitools and knives around, and one of the few names that everybody recognizes in a world full of quality blades.
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."
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.
Ten tools that weigh less than an ounce? Yes! It's all about minimalist tools today. Crafters are packing more into less space in the everyday carry market. Big Idea Design has hit a home run with the 13-in-1 Titanium Pocket Tool. The minimalist tool packs a ton of features into a slim design which you’ll barely even notice in your pocket until it saves the day in sticky situation.