7 UNUSUAL EDC Items You Won't Believe Exist

[@EarthTrauma]

Why do I see so many pry bars? Who uses these things? I don’t mean to pry, but I gotta know.

[@daver6564]

God knows, if I need a pry bar I go to my garage and get a real pry bar. Most of this edc stuff is worthless shit, but I do enjoy looking at it.

[@17_plus_WON]

I use my prybar more often than I expected. Working in my old pizza shop (the building is very old and things constantly need repaired/fixed), I use it for opening some shitty containers and other misc jobs. Sometimes I just use the tip of my Benchmade 945 (if I happen to be carrying it that day). But the prybar has a wire clip that easily slips in and out of pocket or my pocket organizer. I was a sceptic too, but I'll prob always carry a prybar from now on.

[@johnree6106]

It does come in handy more than you think. Honestly I have things that can work to pry, but l wouldn't use it for EDC but it has uses

[@maxwellmortimermontoure7274]

I could see how they are useful. I use my p38 for prying and such.

[@matthewotto8322]

Every day. A small prybar saves my fingernails.

[@fetB]

20:00 pocket clip isbad indeed, but when you have a bulky thing, might as well put a small blade on it etc. Doesnt seem like it affects the size of the tool so nothing is lost, imo.

[@masonr1666]

The inherent problem with a multifunctional tool, is that is does a lot of things, not great. You end up making a sacrifice when you attempt to do too many things. Sit down, and really think about what you use everyday. Then think about the tools that you may want to use. For example: of you are an office drone the majority of the time, that requires a specific carry. If you like to camp on the weekends, that requires a different carry. Don't be afraid to make up different EDC bags, depending on the task at hand.

[@0Wheezy]

I have the soul built marksmith, as a chef I use it several times a day. People who borrow it are afraid to use it because it looks and feels expensive. Had it for over a year now. Absolutely love it and recommend to anyone who uses a sharpie often.

[@modl.outdoors]

Thanks for including the Infinity Tool!! Stoked to hear what you think - this video gets our team fired up!

[@justinsmith5870]

It might be somewhat out of place but there are furoshiki cloth and instruction books. But it's basically multiple ways to bundle or wrap small to medium sized objects that can keep them tightly packed or create a loop/handle for easier carrying without using cordage or fasteners.

[@Wazoo]

Appreciate the shoutout on the best damn EDC channel out there!

[@creed0307]

I edc the marksmith TI daily at work , I’ve beaten it , put it through the wash and recently stripped it down and re brushed it good as new , it’s also really good with the highlighter cartridge.

[@pretentiousname01]

These, and the 'here is what I got at this store' are my favorite videos you make. One of the things that Maxleveledc did wit the hat was show off that you can use the side brim sleaves to hold flashlights, that don't normally have a good clip for caps

[@MichaelR-kl6hk]

Fun video, I've looked at that Pichi before, because a small universal wrench would be very useful at work and thought the exact same thing you said, too much. The wrench with the prybar end would be more than enough.

[@17_plus_WON]

I could be mistaken, but I swear I've recently seen a version of that last prybar thingy that doesn't contain all the other gimmicky junk. It's was just a prybar with the wrench contraption and I think the bit holder was still present. But no bottle opener, scalpel, or sheath. Once again, I could be wrong but pretty sure I saw it on ebay and I remember thinking it looked interesting and could possibly be pretty nice if it works well.

[@ashersurdu9967]

Those Ombraz sunglasses have been a game changer for me. I’ve had them for over two years and I find them infinitely more accessible because I can just keep them around my neck, but unlike normal glasses with a strap attached to the arms they sit perfectly flat against my chest making them significantly less prone to damage. Also they fit pretty well inside helmets (motorcycle, ski, etc) making them a less bulky alternative to goggles without having to worry about them coming off my face with wind/movement or having the rigid arms pressing into my skull

[@confuused34]

I've had mine for about a year now. Love them. Great for water sports and wonderful polarization for fishing in all conditions... also they are hard to lose, you don't tend to set them on the table at dinner bcz they are so lightweight around your neck. Not to the people with long hair... the adjustment beads might pull your hair a bit.

[@adammorton4753]

those infinity tool straps would be sick for ski touring. i carry a very similar luggage strap in my pack that does the same thing. i use it to strap my skis and poles in a bundle to make them easy to carry. to be able to have it worn around my wrist and always know where it was and just have it easy access for when you stop. i can definitely see a use.

[@bwunger]

I doubt it would put up with sharp ski edges like a Voile Strap would though. As soon as I saw Taylor demonstrate them I thought, go get some Voile Straps, they look way more durable, especially the aluminum buckle ones.

[@modl.outdoors]

@@bwunger They'll hold up!! We make them with platinum silicone and stainless steel - good for up to 70 pounds of weight. If for some reason you are able to break them though, just let us know and we always replace!

[@tuzu1758]

County Comm. has a kydex sheath that I believe would fit the cutlery tin. If not buy the county comm. tin and drop the cutlery in it.

[@DylanLey]

Those sunglasses are actually really cool and I'm surprised I haven't sought out for something like them!

[@damonfinken]

As for the Infiniti Tool. I have never used one, however I use them continuously. I tie a paracord version. Note: I am a DJ and have buttlpads of cables. I also love camping and they have endless possibilities. How to tie... 1. Cout about 17" to 25" of paracord (or to desired length) 2. Tie ends (simple double overhand knot) 3. Trim and melt smooth. 4. Tie on a ranger knot very tightly (use Pliers). 5. Trim and melt smooth. To fasten, use a larkshead, and pull tight. Ranger knot will slide onto larkshead to prevent loosening. It holds so well, I tied my flashlight on it in prusik form. (Same as above but wrap it 3 times.) And my flashlight has never slipped out. But it's also simple and quick to release. I strap my hat onto my backpack. That way it's accessible, and not misshapen from being stuffed inside. Yet I don't have to wear it until I need it. Also longer ones wrap bedrolls, sleeping bags, I even use them as close pins while camping. FYI, they also can be tied as a soft shackle, a sleave for an age for example.

[@avengedsvfdrcks]

Have the Marksmith in DLC black, the Infinity Tool, and the Outlery cutlery set. It’s great to see all these awesome products getting some recognition on your channel. It’s worth mentioning that Soul Built also sells highlighter refills for the Marksmith.

[@calebelkins217]

I actually just got the cache cap and love it. I keep cash and first aid in mine and a fisher space pen in the bill

[@Wazoo]

Awesome to hear Caleb. Thanks! And the Fisher Space Pen is a great edition!

[@timaitken1114]

Ya the Pichi with just the prybar, wrench and bit driver would be plenty to make it a worthwhile tool. Too many added features that dont add anything to the tool. Simplicity is key! I'd 100% consider one if it was slimmed down and made more streamlined/simplified (maybe a way to carry along a few bits alongside in the sheath).

[@viis]

For the fire piston pen, I wanna point out that you can pretty easily make charcloth out of an old cotton T-shirt. I remember seeing a King Of Random (RIP, Grant) video about it when I was a kid.

[@BestDamnEDC]

I made a bunch out of some muslin and cotton pads. Very easy. The pads make for REALLY good char cloth because it fluffs really well

[@generalesdeath8180]

@@BestDamnEDC You've guys check out the Up Knife UPK-M2 as well as Grim Workshop's EDC cards. Dinner really cool stuff and while the upk-m2 is super pricey it's no more ridiculous than paying $400 for a haptic slider or pocket trash. The Grim Workshop cards would make great stocking stuffers or gifts for outdoorsy co workers or "that friend" who's into EDC. I think they would both have got right in to this video

[@LiqdPT]

8:10 woah, watch change! I was trying to check out the titanium looking watch with orange dial, and suddenly it's an apple watch

[@ROK3793]

Hopin one of my loved ones will get me a topo tpt slide this holiday season! Been binge watchin episodes on repeat! Need more , cant get enough. Keep it up man

[@snowboarding1984]

I actually really like the silverware tin! Cool stuff Taylor

[@ricksousa3932]

Yeah I like the tin missing tho is a straw, a straw would be a nice addition to the tin,

[@Murphnuge]

I picked up the newer Cache cap at BLADE back in June. I like the lower profile and lighter fabric they're using.

[@Wazoo]

Thanks Murphnuge!

[@pspadotto]

I own the pen/fire piston. I EDC it as a pen and the fire option is just a nice option to have. It has worked every time I tested it. That said, i got it at an introductory price. I'm not sure I'd pay the current asking price.

[@viis]

Also, I totally feel you on the Ombraz shades! A buddy of mine got them about a year ago and absolutely loves them. I've been considering them since he told me about them, so it was cool to see them on here lol

[@PorkSword_actual]

I kickstarted the marksmith in stainless, they are awesome. Guess I need to get the ti now!

[@focusonthefocus]

Wearing the Cache Cap right now, dude. Speaking from experience, it's super clutch when traveling.

[@Wazoo]

Thanks Daniel!

[@isaacambriz4278]

Any update on the super 73 bike?

[@TACLife]

As far as the glasses, I saw some a while back and my first thought was... Those are perfect for two particular things that "grind my gears".. lol. when I ride my motorcycle the helmets always press my Sunnys hard plastic arms into my head and press my ears against them, typically resulting in a head ache. A lot of hats also drive me crazy while wearing shades as well cus they hit each other. I think those would be perfect for helmets and hats. At least for me. Great vid as always brother!!

[@RStewart7244]

Man I wish I would have known about the bolt action marker during my time at FedEx. I went through sharpies constantly and it would have been nice to have something more durable that I could refill

[@andrewc9790]

I lose sharpies far more than I use them up, that would get really expensive. Just me

[@aaronmcclain1279]

I switched to Milwaukee inkzall

[@nz1anvil]

@Best Damn EDC what watch are you wearing?

[@grymmreaper]

Love the unusual edc videos. Lot of stuff in this one I've never heard of or seen before. That sharpie marker is going on my wish list for sure.

[@george344]

Sharpies and Zebras work great. Guess a fire piston is handy for burning messages, can also use glass breaker to improve ventilation. Sweatband in hat may make storage a problem if it soaks up a bunch of sweat. You’re right about the Outerly kit, too much for what it is. Love Chinese soup spoons that are metal. Very durable and inexpensive. Just add some metal chopsticks, took some when I deployed.

[@ting280]

that hat could be useful with cycling, could stash a tire patch kit and some bacon strips in there

[@CDXRK]

Emergency bacon is definitely becoming part of my edc

[@ting280]

@@CDXRK lol bacon strips are what we called those tire patch strips because they were brown

[@xFATKIDx]

Taylor: $50 is too much for this. Also Taylor: Yeah, I carry a $600 flashlight. What's your point?

[@Suiseisexy]

Currently $18.99, damn he called it

[@david.leikam]

I use my full Outerly set (with chop stick tips) for away from home regularly, from a cafe brunch to camping outings. I bought a TSA safe knife blade tip and spork tip separately. Yes, they are on the high end of expense, though worth the investment.

[@alphad3s]

Those ombraz have been a game changer for me. Had my pair for 2 years and I can't go back to normal glasses. Whatever sport/activity you do, those never fall off. You can even wakeboard/surf etc.

[@WhoobieD]

Just figured out that I can fit Munkees nail clippers beside my credit cards in my Open Sea Leather Houbei 2.0 wallet. Can't even tell they are there!!! I'm so pumped

[@jacksampson4711]

What watch do you have on?

[@andrewc9790]

I'd think that cache cap would be more comfortable and useful if it was a structured trucker style hat. I actually think its odd that it's not.

[@Wazoo]

Noted!

[@orenmontgomery8250]

I like the baseball style ones personally (just my style) but a trucker option makes LOTS of sense. Lots of guys love their trucker hats.

[@andrewc9790]

@@orenmontgomery8250 I suggest the trucker style because it's structured and has more room between it and your head, not for style.

[@wesleemiller]

those sun glasses look awesome

[@jaywashington8436]

I've been watching your show for a long time now. I have learned and now built a couple different edc bags for myself. So I subscribed today. Love the show glad to see you back. And oh yeah when you made that sound effect when the pin came apart. I laughed out loud and people were looking at me lol.

[@LaughingMan171]

Unfortunately I've found the hook and loop fastener on the back of that Wazoo cap to wear out extremely fast

[@Wazoo]

Is that right? Please get in touch, let's get you fixed up!

[@kevinhauser8250]

Taylor can you do some stuff on smoking accessories like mechanical matches

[@johnree6106]

I wondering if EDC should contain a body camera. Now hear me out, we see a lot of alterations were people breakouts the camera on the phone. You can ditch most paper and pen as you can record notes, and probably a few things. It acts as a deterrent from other people causing trouble and a backup if needed to defend yourself in court. I find it funny that a lot of EDC kits seem to not be about EDC by that I see people say things like I have this as part of my EDC but hardly use it. If that's the case you should remove it.

[@orenmontgomery8250]

I like the body cam idea. There are things I carry and almost never use but I don't think that's always bad as long as they aren't bothering you. If the situation comes along where You need something and it's REALLY nice to have you'll be lucky you have it. For example, I carry a little sunscreen, bug spray, a stamp, super glue, birthday candle etc. in a little tin in my 5th/watch pocket. Don't need those things often, but I never notice them and it's nice when you're on the lawnmower to not run into the house for sunscreen, head in from the woods because the bugs are worse than you thought, make a trip to the post-office, seal up a moderate cut, fix some plastic piece, or it's just fun to give someone a cupcake with a birthday candle when you didn't know it was their birthday. Don't use it every day (far from it), but it offers some flexibility and can save you some time or make your day a lot more comfortable and I don't even notice in my unused pocket every day. A body cam, 1st aid kit or firearm would be the same principle. You'd VERY RARELY need it but if you did, you'd be EXTRA happy you had it.

[@clydefrog203]

Drawback is you look like a total f*ckin asshole lol. And women will probably run from you.

[@kebrun4484]

I have been wearing the Wazoo hat (first gen) for two years. It has been used and abused. Between the the sweat stains, the blood stains it has held up very well. Best hat I own.

[@Wazoo]

Not sure you have the First First First Gen, 😝 but thanks a ton!

[@aydan7901]

Hey man awesome video. Definitely a couple pretty useful items. Interested in that titanium permanent marker, but wandering how you got the more stonewashed looking version?

[@garyjensen8792]

As to using a pry bar. For many, many years a carried a well made nail in my wallet . I would grind down the tip to a semi flat point . Used it for small prying ( nudging out an o ring or hose Bibb washer, etc. ) scraping , cutting open boxes. When it wore out, new nail. An idea borrowed from my father and grandfather . Used almost every day for something. Some of the old EDC ideas are still the best at a much lower cost.

[@tonygutierrez4711]

I got the cutlery set for Xmas last year and I keep it in my commuter bag. Comes in very handy.

[@dp7933]

Thank you so much! I took my prescription glasses with a broken arm and my slingshot with a broken elastic and combined them to form another piece of garbage! Not really, I made some ghetto arm-less glasses. Work great. I find metal chopsticks to be practically useless. Just carry a disposable bamboo chopstick set from your takeout. They're rough enough to actually pick up noodles without them slipping all over, and they're bamboo, so you can use them for emergency dowels or tinder or shims or fid (metal works for that) or forceps or even a weapon if you're careful.

[@matthewotto8322]

The interior of the cache cap is also useful for signaling

[@Tony_Xie]

Love this series！

[@yannicsteebsamsung]

I like the new realms of stuff we see in these videos 😊👍

[@ingeburgknotke396]

I edc a cutlery set of 1 titanium straw (bubble tea sized), 2 titanium sporks, 1 pair of titanium chopsticks and I paid about 50$ for all of that. (Brand: TiTo Titanium)

[@masonhillsharp]

Yeah if the last one was just the wrench and the prybar (maybe a bit more straight too) I'd buy it for like 100 bucks or so. And if it came with a deep cary pocketclip on the sheath I'd put down another 30, maybe even for $140ish total.

[@JoyTuub]

I used to be a slot technician, and I used a mini pry bar every single day at LEAST 10 times a day. In my new job I use it maybe 1-2 times a day. It's a great pocket tool to have if you ever need leverage to get I to various areas or have the need to scrape something often.

[@a000ab]

What is the watch that you are wearing?

[@jerryadams6799]

if the fire piston has more length you can make an ember with materials other than char cloth. the tech was invented 10s of thousands of years ago in Asia and pacific islands. They used them with fuzzed up bark and grass instead of char cloth. and they were made with nested bamboo or river cane with gaskets made of animal parts or plant latex. no machined metals and silicone. They are more reliable than stick twirling, bow drills, fire saws, fire plows, solar methods and even matches in inclement weather. They are definitely worthy as a secondary or tertiary fire source.

[@MundaneGray]

Amazon currently has the Outlery set for $34.99, which is better than the $50 price you mentioned. But Temu has a plastic version for $1.29, so I think I'll just buy that.

[@kuriakos]

The current version lacks the chopsticks which might be part of the price difference

[@raymondrumpf2809]

The Wazoo cap is great. Instead of fire starting, I use it for casual hiking. I keep a small first aid kit, tweezers (I hike in desert with cacti), whistle, etc.

[@JensenAzotea]

Like that last pry wrench but the pocket clip was an afterthought

[@Destin_Partain_345]

Love these videos like you said it’s just something fun

[@Leftyotism]

Got me a little steel chip fork from Wanger in one of my bagpack pouches. Also unusual but really handy! No more eating fries with a knife!

[@lonniesharp9109]

Sweet armless shades. Back in my day we called them "Goggles". 😎

[@M1ke_A]

Enjoyed the video as usual, but what really caught my attention is Skull Bliss. Very cool and interesting... Will definitely be ordering one soon.

[@BradyPatterson]

Yo! Lol, glad you're enjoying the Triune bud. I've carried mine that you saw at Georgia Bushcraft since I got it during the Kickstarter years back. It's a little bulky, but since it does so many things, I keep it. I mean I still carry a firesteel and would choose that over this but it's a fun redundancy option. We didn't talk about this at the gathering, but I had a rollover years ago and I had a little tool to break glass in my center console that disappeared in the crash so I started carrying something in my pocket in case I needed out and was attached to me. When I found this guy it hit that, plus the pen and fire option. My only wish is that the damn pen lid likes to unscrew itself in my pocket on occasion. But other than that, this thing has been all over the world and started a fire anywhere I've tried.

[@BradyPatterson]

I'm also a daily Cache Cap guy. I got one for the bush and now another for EDC. @Wazoo makes great gear for stashing your stuff.

[@jessedesens5845]

I've got my Wazoo, belt and cap... But that other one got me. Ombraz are on my outlook. I have a mask that I tied with a cord that goes about the same way. The loss of sunglasses is not very realistic when they are able to wear like a necklace. Now for infinity loops, I tend to like using just usual rubber bracelets and a simple carabineer. Outlery is neat, but according to analysis, my Ucco mess kit is a $13 luxury item to eat with.... The Pichi is an over the top wrench....but I like multi purpose wrenches, so I can't say I wouldn't want one.

[@justinmeek7309]

What watch are you wearing? That orange face is nice af!

[@ej1029100]

I need to get more edc gear!

[@gearup9503]

I know your pain lol

[@ej1029100]

What’s your favorite pocket knife?

[@Rushfan74]

Can you do a version for E-Bikers? (surRon/Super73) EDC type things that could either be specific tools and such?

[@tieshamayfield216]

Outlery just changed ownership a few months ago so it's not the same people that made the product in its early years. I personally have seen any changes besides not being able to but the little turtle on the website. Other than that I love my set

[@ed-ou812]

Hero Clips are the best at hanging backpacks etc from a tree limb.

[@900milesfromnormal3]

2:17 So, the pen/fire starter/glass breaker. Next time I wreck my car into tree a wooded area, I can: 1. Break the glass window and escape from my car; 2. Start fire so I can stay warm and 3. Write a note, attach it to the leg of a squirrel I've taken three weeks to train and have named "Sparkey", and then send "Sparkey" for help.

[@ryejack]

Sweet! I think the infinity tool will be exactly what I've been wanting for my small camera bag. The outer straps it came with suck, but the infinity tool might work. I just bought a four pack (half 8" / half 16"), so fingers crossed. I'm hoping these will allow me to easily attach either a tripod or a water bottle to the bag. Thanks!

[@Kevin_Mallon]

anybody know what watch he is wearing in this video, it is very appealing to me

[@theinstrumentalist801]

For anyone wondering, the fire piston works by creating heat from the compression of air when slammed down.

[@josephg.3370]

I always get pain around my ears from the arms of sun or safety glasses. I like the design of these.

[@survivalatallcost]

Wazoo also carries a cache patch, so you could potentially have another pocket on cap

[@steely_mike]

The hat is the coolest would be great for fishing

[@woodlandreconjoshdrakes5509]

I would like to have that wrench prybar without the pry or scalpel

[@aarongentile7232]

$100 for a Marker? WOW!! I thought I was a little out of line by selling nice metal bolt-action pens for $50.00! Guess not!

[@gearup9503]

OOF!!!!!!! one thing you should look at is the RAY-BAN STORIES there definitely different!

[@mitchyyy18]

The pen.... wild af

[@stressfreenetwork8033]

People get edc wrong when the items at hand aren’t what they expected. EDC is whatever YOU personally would use on a day to day basis in YOUR life. EDC isn’t code for universal.

[@ryewhiskeyfan5946]

I love the Wazoo caps. Have the Wazoo cache patch for one of them. Only use the patch if I am going in a more isolated rural area.

[@henryohenry1504]

Max level EDC uses the wazoo hat definitely check out his video on jow much stuff you can keep in the hat its crazy!!!

[@Wazoo]

He's a good dude!

[@dakotalaughlin1849]

What little knife was that in the hat

[@francobuzzetti9424]

HOLUP! i like those sunglasses! i always attach a string on the arms and it's awful but i feel like i need it

[@robert8342-w7x]

It would be slick if someone made a Swiss army type thing with a knife, knife sharpener, fire starter, compass and some other useful tool like a can opener. Bottle opener is over rated in my opinion. I bought the edc wallet usb- c, cable and phone stand off one of your unusual edc item videos and I use the crap out of it.

[@SidewaysCars]

Well, there is a multitool with sharpener, fire starter AND can opener; the leatherman signal. As for a compass; tiny ones are usually quite gimmicky and not trustworthy imo. Also the metal of the tools might influence the accuracy of it even more. So, have fun with your new signal, and just buy a separate quality compass.

[@robert8342-w7x]

@@SidewaysCars oh I had no idea

[@jamilvints]

The PG was actually interesting an i might get it. The only negative was the clip. It's odd. Everything seems good for me.

[@Flyboyminer]

Totally agree. I thought it was not budget friendly but it's a lot of tools in one, and that's not a bad thing. I feel like the clip is something just to keep it handy while it's out of it's sheath but not in your hand vrs a way to reliability transport it around.

[@boomproductions123]

I would love to see a video dedicated to mess kits

[@larrymiller6840]

I’ve been wearing the Wazoo Cache Cap for years. On my second one now. 🎉

[@rs4425]

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[@nathanksimpson]

9:37 I'd use that hat to hide a wireless microphone.

[@samocas]

Hats with pockets... yeah we were making those when we were kids. We used to cut the extra cloth inside the front panel, put coins or bubblegum inside the bill, and we used to store paper money inside the sweat belt... nothing special and unusual there, that we won't believe exist. Someone just monetized that idea.

[@markotb]

1. Why not just carry a Sharpie. $100 seems stupid money to make an EDC item even more bulky than it needs to be, with no tangible benefit. 2. That pen is cool but looks to be unreliable and I doubt the glass breaker adds anything to any EDC. Its like the glass breaker is the new bottle opener and pry bar. Im pretty sure any tool that has a glass breaker on it can break glass with another part of the tool. And every time I hear 'It takes Fisher Space pen refills' I think Why not just get a Fisher Space Pen? 3. The cap is cool, I dont wear hats so I dont know. Looks practical for light weight stuff but also easy to lose or stolen. 4. The sunglasses look really good. 5. The Infinity tool looks useful. Not for on body EDC, but in car. 6. That cutlery kit is something. If you get in a situation where you need cutlery you already have a knife and you have your fingers. This is bloatware for your EDC. If you are picnicking just bring the cutlery from home. 7. Totally agree. Your channel is my favourite EDC channel 👍

[@bentaylor4570]

Wow all that stuff is supper expensive. I pack a lunch every day and have several flatware sets. $50 for a non butter knife set is over the top. We all have a pocket knife that can do steak . We don’t all carry a butter knife to get the last bit out of the jar.

[@balinchainly420]

those glasses look good

[@dar7771]

Hundred dollar sharpie. 😂. That wouldn’t help me in a pinch. Some of these videos crack me up. EDC items are everyday carry that one may need. These days it’s hard to find sensible videos out there.