The Leatherman Micra is an excellent small multi-tool (sometimes called a mini-tool) for everyday carry (EDC). The Micra is one of my favorite small multi-tools. I carry one on my key chain, and use it all the time. Tools Spring-action Scissors Nail File Nail Cleaner Tweezers 420HC Knife Extra-small Screwdriver Medium Screwdriver Flat/Phillips Screwdriver RulerBottle […]
The Kershaw Skyline a shining example of what an EDC pocket folding knife should be. Great value, lightweight, good steel, sharp, rugged…the Kershaw Skyline delivers. Specifications Steel Sandvik 14C28N, bead-blasted finish Handle Textured black G-10 Blade Length 3-1/8 in. (7.9 cm) Closed Length 4-1/4 in. (10.8 cm) Overall Length 7 3/8 in. (18.7 cm) Weight […]
I love Cold Steel, and I love Cold Steel knives. Cold Steel is based out of Ventura, California, and makes many great products including knives, swords, machetes, tomahawks, blowguns, walking sticks, spears, pepper spray, and many other specialty self-defense items. Cold Steel was founded in 1980 by company president Lynn C. Thompson. In addition to being […]
Update 3/18/2012 As Andrew helpfully pointed out, this post was previously categorized incorrectly. It has since been fixed, and we changed the title for good measure. In the future, if you see an incorrectly categorized post, a simple post comment or email will do just fine. No need to get all upset. Thanks for stopping […]
A few years back Buck released the Vantage Series of knives, and has steadily expanded the line. All knives in the series share a basic design, but are offered in different materials and sizes. For the past year, I have been carrying the Buck Vantage Avid as my every-day-carry (EDC) knife, and it has more […]
An easily accessible flashlight is a high priority for me. I have a number of them scattered throughout my house just-in-case, and I recently started carrying one with me everyday. I wanted something small, simple to use, easy to carry and bright. That search lead me to the 4Sevens Quark MiNi AA². Not only is […]
The RAT Model 1 by Ontario Knife Company is a folding knife in the RAT Series of knives. The knife is available in several configurations – either plain or partially serrated, and either a black or satin finished blade. The RAT 1 features a 4-way clip position, an AUS-8 blade with a full flat grind, […]
In part 1 of our Urban Preparedness series, we discussed the need for an Urban EDC Kit, as well the food, water, security and lighting items that it should include. In part 2 we will discuss the remaining basic items that every EDC kit should have. Fire While it is less likely to need fire […]
Most of us work in an office every day, and there’s not much we can do about it. In this post we will discuss ways to maintain a basic level of preparedness while working in an office setting in the event of an urban disaster. Building an Urban EDC Kit The best way to be […]
The Boker Hyper is a knife that isn’t on a lot of people’s radar. This is a real shame, because the Boker Hyper is simply fantastic. The Hyper is a framelock folder designed by Chad Los Banos and manufactured by Boker. Details The Boker Hyper has an overall length of 6.5″ and a blade length of 2.75″. The […]
