EDC, for those of you not familiar with the phrase, means Every Day Carry. Essentially it's a phrase or a tag associated with people discussing/showing what they deem important to carry every day in their pockets or backpacks.

For me, it started with a flashlight. Back then it was pretty long..measuring at around 14cm with 2xAA cells. After finding it to be a little too big for my pockets i start surfing around and found other more appropriate types. Lights that uses either 1xAA, 1xAAA, 1xC2 or 1xCR123..reducing it down to as small as 7cm in length.

I dont know why..but i noticed that those who're into flashlights, are usually into knife as well. I would say guns, but since it's not allowed here, i would skip that.

I used to EDC a small folding knife as well together with my light until I joined a government uniform body and understand how serious it could complicate things.

Since then, i have changed from EDC a folding knife to multitool; like those from Leatherman or Gerber.

I agree EDC items are usually seldom needed...but like what the community always say, 'It is better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it'.

Some have questioned me before on wouldnt it be heavy/hassle/troublesome to have those items on your pockets? My answer is simple, 'You will get used to it like how when you first started wearing your underwear'. After a couple weeks, you wouldnt realize it is there unless it pokes you in a peculiar way...jst like your underwear except when you're going to the toilet.

So nowadays, i carry a few items that i felt are necessary with me..flashlight included. Granted many would ask, why flashlight when you already have a cellphone that has LED on it? because in the event you need long term lighting, which usually means emergency and with no one/help around, cell phone battery is crucial for making or receiving calls. It is probably your only life line to the outside world...remove that, and chances for you to survive will probably reduced dramatically.

Anyhow, below are few examples of EDC items other ppl carries. I didnt include those with guns because like what i have said, we're in a different location where gun is not easily available.






Added : My own EDC is on page 3..others begin from page 2..

This post has been edited by Armata: Nov 27 2015, 09:57 AM

1. IC
2. housekey
3. phone
4. some money (at least RM5-10)

Well, there is that no doubt...

Anything else that's usually not on most ppl? Like maybe a bottle opener or something?

i tried to

im currently waiting for my order of a gerber gdc money clip to arrive

when it does i'll take a picture of my edc and post it here

i bought a bottle opener key chain 2 years ago, very handy when drinking beers with friends . as for EDC, the key chain that i have mentioned and a lighter... no, im not a smoker... just found it handy as well . the rest are common things like wallet, hp, keys.

Nice..those clip things arent cheap i think.

Though i still couldnt think of additional benefit in having one. Maybe you can share some thoughts on this to open up my mind?

This post has been edited by Armata: Nov 25 2015, 05:22 PM

Nice! I wanted to get the peanut lighter..a small stainless stell water-proof capsule where you can unscrew it's top and reveal a mini lighter. But found them rather pricey.. What type of lighter you have then? The normal cricket type or something unique? Share post!

Well, we always like having something on us eventhough we hardly use them..because the single time we need it, is gonna make all the difference.

This is the peanut lighter mentioned (Split pea is half the size of peanut lighter; even smaller lol) :

yes cost is the main problem with edc

next is availability for quality item

the money clip i mentioned cost me RM150

im really tempted to buy a pocket knife around that price like buck nobleman or kershaw swerve but as you said bringing a knife would complicate things

so i settled for a small victorinox classic keychain for now

the money clip however does have a hidden knife a bit bigger than the victorinox for more heavy task or even self defense if it really comes to that

im using zippo. not like im not using it, i use it everyday morning to light up praying joss stick and then i just keep the lighter in my pocket. as for torch light, i have those RM5 kinetic torch light. they doesnt need battery so its good to have them next to your bed and living room. but they provide min brightness la...

RM150 clip is indeed pretty expensive for money clip.

but u mentioned it comes with a hidden knife..is it something like CRKT's Turtle Knife? Can be used as money clip as well...and pink's suitable for women. On the other hand, such knife if being taken and used in public, wouldnt raise eyebrows.

Cant show pictures coz it's blocked in office..but you ccan google CRKT Turtle Knife if u want...

whats the use of using money clip ar?

Cool! Wanted to own a zippo light as well...since its pretty classic..but after looking at it's price ( price again as usual ), i decided to spend RM1 for a cricket lighter, hahaa. I heard it's suppose to be wind-proof or something..ever tried that?

I think so long it's something that could help u out, then min brightness or not also very good d. Better than groping blind in the dark for long period if there's a power cut at night..

Yup..apart from clipping money, i would like to know more as well.

I felt it's cool to have one..but the price doesnt justify for me.. putting a stack of notes in my front pocket works fine most of the time..granted the notes might be crumbled a bit..but since its value is still there...i forego without a money clip so far.

i wouldnt say totally wind proof, but it can work pretty well under moderate windy places. terbalik it and then turn it back up the fire still there.

well, maybe it is time for me to get some scented incense for my room and have that as an excuse to own a zippo lighter.

How long does the wick last before it needs replacing?

You should get it. I bought mine for RM70+-(Basic) + flint/wicks/fluid should be below RM100 last time.

Been using for more than 3years now. People always give me the 'nice lighter' impression whenever i lend them

Only nuisance part is when you have to refill/replace wick or flint but that would only take 5mins

btw nice item to have, very solid.

money clip is a minimalistic alternative for a wallet

it's meant to be use when carrying a bulky wallet is a hassle such as the beach

you can only carry a few notes and cards only though

the one I'm opted for is this



the main reason I'm buying it is mostly of the cool factor

well the main reason I'm into edc is because of the cool factor

Since I practice non-attachment to material things, I do not have any EDC items, other than the necessary government documents, wallet and handphone. And even these I tend to forget sometimes.

Out of curiosity, do you tend to get attached to material things?

I carry Gerber splice.

At night I also carry a small (single AAA) flashlight.

Hiking I would carry a SOL (Survive Outdoor Longer) Origin.

http://ultimatesurvivaltips.com/sol-origin...ool-kit-review/

Woww..that's a cool money clip!! I like that knife!!!!!!!

I remember seeing it last time and go..that's a cool accessory to add!!! Dang..now u seduced me again...RM150 include shipping? Might consider..hehee..mind sharing who or where u get it from online?








Yup..definitely bro..very attached to material things. Not to the extend of killing or dying over it..but i cant live without small little gadgets around me..make me feel like i forgot wearing underwear...there's no harm in not wearing, jst dont feel comfy - that kinda feeling.