ALL NEW EDC Gear Haul (Everyday Carry)

New gear is here! A selection of some of the best new EVERYDAY CARRY and OUTDOOR gear that has found its way to the channel in the last few weeks.
This channel is here to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to finding great Everyday Carry, Travel Gear and Gadgets, on the back of solid and detailed reviews alongside years of experience, which I hope will make life and travel just a little bit more frictionless and fun.
Here are links to the products featured. This can consist of Amazon affiliate links (and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases) and supplier affiliate links and direct website links. See below for more on affiliate links.
Please note that any prices referred to in the video whilst accurate at the time of recording are likely to change over time.
Products Featured in the Video:
The James Brand Warrick Screwdriver
Heinnie Haynes UK bit.ly/3QoUlUp
Website bit.ly/3hFU8xE
(Search Warrick)
Ratchet Ring
Website bit.ly/3Qx1HVD
Surevival Pen
Kickstarter bit.ly/3UObIk6
Rolling Square Tau 2 Mini Power Bank
Website bit.ly/3Aqhg9G
Search for Tau 2 - link applies 20% discount on first order
Rolling Square Magnetic USB-C Cable
Website bit.ly/3Aqhg9G
Search for InCharge M - link applies 20% discount on first order
Sofirn IF24 Flashlight
Amazon US geni.us/HAWsiR1
(This is not currently available on Amazon in the EU but can be purchased from Amazon US - also use this code 10IF24BD for extra 10% discount)
Sofirn IF23 Flashlight
Amazon US geni.us/R2e5
Amazon UK geni.us/ffqupf
Pathfinder+V2 Multi-tool Utility Knife
Website antdesign.com/shop/pathfinder...
Muzen Wild Mini BT Speaker
Amazon US geni.us/ON5d
(US but ships to UK)
Muzen Radiooo
Amazon US geni.us/bBWJws
(US but ships to UK)
Muzen Website:
bit.ly/4baayoG
My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things gadget, travel and EDC (Everyday Carry), which has filled both my personal and work life for many years.
This includes sourcing, reviewing and product development and the creation of two UK national retail chains. Find out more here: • About Jon Gadget - Who...
I welcome any feedback on my videos or the channel in general in the comments. See below for more on this.
Contents of this video to help you navigate:
00:00 - Intro New Gear Haul
00:13 - The James Brand Warrick Screwdriver
02:00 - Ratchet Ring
03:35 - Surevival Pen
05:43 - TAU 2 Mini Power Bank
08:15 - InCharge M
09:14 - Sofirn IF24 Flashlight
13:20 - Pathfinder+V2 Mini Tool
16:23 - Muzen Wild Mini
17:00 - Muzen WIld Jeep
Product Sourcing:
When it comes to sourcing a product for review, I will usually either purchase and item personally or reach out to a supplier requesting a sample for review. Many suppliers are supportive if they are confident in their product, appreciating the value of greater exposure.
I am sometimes sent a product by a supplier which I may include if the product fits planned content and I believe will be of interest to you, my audience. The product needs to be worthy of a review and I always make it clear to the supplier that they cannot influence or be involved in the content in any way. It is not in my interest to review inferior or poor quality products and therefore as you might expect many product offers are politely declined.
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[@WarRadish]

Not again . My bank account can't afford it!

[@JonGadget]

😬

[@pretentiousname01]

Hold strong! We can make it through this!

[@resipsaloquitur854]

Amen brother....

[@user-ey6rc1uo3i]

Do what I do - put off buying until next week because something newer and better will come along - next week do the same . . .

[@MyChannel-ct9zz]

😂

[@projectratchet]

Thank you for including the Ratchet Ring Jon! Seeing this was a great Friday surprise! 😁

[@JonGadget]

No problem 👍

[@ricardol5545]

Way too expensive.

[@nathski22]

Perfect Friday night viewing!

[@JonGadget]

Great 👍

[@resipsaloquitur854]

Ahhh.....a much-needed gear and gadget fix. I needed that. After having just spent CAD$1,050 to build out my mini toolkit, though, my girlfriend came running into the room at the sound of Jon's voice, when I started this video, screaming "nooooooo!!!!!!!" 🤣 Good times.

[@JonGadget]

🤣

[@stephenbarabas6286]

A thousand CAD for a mini tool kits is ridiculous 🙄 your girlfriend is probably trying to save you from your own idiotic choices

[@resipsaloquitur854]

@@stephenbarabas6286 You're just wee bit obnoxious, aren't ya? The exercise, my friend, was to exactly recreate the compact tool kit Jon put together. The cost was what it was...incidental.

[@GertHough]

😂

[@imyourfriendright]

9:25 The biggest problem with the Sofirn IF24 is actually the rotary switch and the lack of a lock-out function, which is very susceptible to accidental contact. I once managed to almost puncture my favorite backpack with the black light stick. Another point mentioned is the unnecessary colorful party light and the lack of an option to switch directly to red light. For me, the Olight Arkfeld Pro is the best all-round lamp so far. Cheer´s

[@JonGadget]

but do you really need UV and a laser?

[@imyourfriendright]

@@JonGadget honestly i love these nice features, especially the laser pointer is almost in daily use

[@fredfinger7092]

@@imyourfriendright I'm the opposite... I've yet to use the laser but I use the UV quite a lot.

[@paulstevens1493]

“Nightclub on the cheap” haha! Sofirn is holding out hope for that Jon Gadget nightclub, don’t crush their dreams!

[@JonGadget]

😁

[@B-RaDD]

We've missed you Jon....... Keep em coming

[@JonGadget]

thank you - been testing some travel gear...

[@perkulant4629]

That ring could double up as a nice counting device. Providing its easy to click one step at a time.

[@fredfinger7092]

"A bit of a niche product" is the kindest, most tactful way I've ever heard anyone say "it's overpriced". Of course that doesn't mean I won't buy it. Wish I had held out for the IF24 now. I have the IF23 and it's a good light but the interface definitely needed the improvement.

[@karrawr9538]

I appreciate the nice crisp up close shots of the EDC items you're showing. Your videos are always a visual treat

[@glenchilada]

If the James Brand driver used double sided extended bits it would be more functional. Would love a cheaper less fancy version of that figgit ring. That magnetic cable is awesome though.

[@ricardol5545]

Fidget.

[@michaelatherton826]

Warning: Going through security at the Hong Kong airport I got pulled aside for a tiny (10 cm) multitool (whistle, fire striker, and window breaker tip). It seems they were really concerned that the window breaker was a weapon! Personally, I think a metal pen can be more dangerous. Anyway, I had no idea if they were going to arrest me. They took photos and did a lot of paper work, but after about ~40 min. they gave me a form of how to recover my tool. Ack. I had researched extensively and this tool wasn't on anyone's banned list, but be warned! Any tool with an exposed window breaker tip may give you a real headache.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for sharing - good to know!

[@Infurnace]

A man's work boot is more dangerous than almost everything they ban on flights, heh heh. It's a good thing they have all these rules to keep people safe, or control them. Whichever.

[@paytreonsuhks]

stay out of china, traitor

[@doubledecker1094]

I really love the aesthetic and design of that bluetooth speaker/radio!

[@FrankSchneider-mh2jg]

Another well composed presentation, thanks a lot for sharing!

[@JonGadget]

Many thanks!

[@mwgillispie]

Great video! Thanks

[@pascaldelaunay4740]

Very interesting and unusual, always great !!

[@sameeralazawee7524]

Thank you

[@raygirard5554]

We have several ponds in our area with mowed lawns atheistic nice. A women who is new to the area went missing recently- thinking foul play when actually it is was an accident. Police believed that trying to avoid a deer at night on a curved road, she jerked the wheel & car flew over the curb & submerged under one of those pond's which actually was 25feet deep. She was missing a couple days until they noticed skid marks. I often wondered if having a readily accessible window breaker & seat belt knife mounted near the dash board might have been able save herself.

[@JonGadget]

Or any car escape!

[@apaul9776]

Thanks for the suggestion of the Tau 2 powerbank. It is exactly what I have been looking for - a very small, light, backup power source. I don't think much of the Surevival Pen, though. It is rather silly and ugly as well.

[@wallyfrogmore]

how funny with the fidget ring that the focus and anxiety it is supposed to help with would be triggered in others when they hear the clicking lol

[@MajorYodaCG1IC]

Absolutely Love My Ant design V2 !

[@tubeyk7100]

Thanks for this wonderful update. My shopping neuron would like to buy everything you feature so tantalisingly. On this occasion I confess that I did find the Sofirn IF24 irresistible so bought one direct from their website. To my surprise, the price was much lower than anticipated and delivery took just a few days. The light itself is just what I hoped it would be. I am a fan of LED Lenser gear but the Sofirn is now my favourite.

[@MBroam]

Nice to see that Sofirn has improved the UI on their flashlight. The older UI kept me from buying the IF23.

[@Traderjoe]

I wish the Sofirn flashlight had the form factor of the James screwdriver. I like thin, flat EDC gear and a thin flat flashlight would be oh so comfortable in the pocket. Especially if you are rolling around on the floor trying to fix something. A big square or round light would be really uncomfortable pressed hard into your leg.

[@ting280]

olight arkfeld pro or the wuben keychain light

[@JonGadget]

Yes, Arkfield or Nitecore EDC?

[@Traderjoe]

@@JonGadget I know, I made a video about the Arkfeld. I wish more companies would adopt the shape.

[@Traderjoe]

@@ting280I know. I made a video about the Arkfeld.

[@OrionReady]

I have wanted the Muzen for ever now but am refusing to buy until USB-C, hopefully soon that will change!

[@JessicaFEREM]

The magnetic cable is cool and all, but I think retractable cables are slept on. they can be any length you want and just pull and let go to bundle up the cable.

[@SGyru]

Nice shirt.

[@l00t3R]

You've been missing for the past couple of weeks? Nice vid, nice gear. 😊

[@j1gsaw]

Changing the colour of the led from red is good for using maps or charts with contour lines as many have red contours which are impossible to see under some torches.

[@JonGadget]

Good to know 👍

[@sloanNYC]

The Sofirn IF24 is close, but it needs to remember state, especially if I turn it off at each of the 3 options. Very frustrating. It is nice overall, but I find the Wurkkos HD01 flat light with green laser pointer a bit more fitting for what I typically need. Though the Sofirn does have a bigger battery that is swappable. Would be nice if either added a 365nm UV light. I find that really useful as well as a double clip.

[@TheMorpheus473]

First of all: great video with new gear. Am I correct in assuming that the SOFIRN IF24 still cannot be made brighter or darker in colorful RGB mode?

[@Nostrite]

i got 2 tau 2 units from kickstarter, black and white the black one, i had to get them to send 2 more times before i got one that wasnt defective.

[@ChrisPage68]

Picked myself up a new EDC pocket knife from COVACURE UK on Amazon - 2.4in folding non-locking blade with skeletonised handle. Light, with a good blade - and plenty of fidget appeal. £10. 😉

[@Mediocre_Magus]

Great review. Are any of the products manufactured from aloominom?

[@satvikchopda5166]

Only one thing stopping me from buying the Muzen Wild Jeep is the micro usb charging, shouldn't have gone that retro.

[@hatchet646]

nextool w2 is worth a mention

[@leosklein2573]

I have the Sofrin IF23. It's a great light, but I do like how much easier it is to access the different modes and how more compact the new one is. Not sure I'm a fan of all the color options. I think I would have been fine with a static color and maybe an RGB fade for entertainment purposes. The cop lights are dumb as hell.

[@Brian-Burke]

Great video as always, Jon. Products that charge with older, non-USC C connectors are non-starters for me which is a shame with those cool retro speakers.

[@fredfinger7092]

Doesn't that make it even more retro though? Really it should run on "D" cells or a big old Lantern Battery. :D

[@xoxu2911]

nice

[@alex-paris]

Thanks Jon. What do you think about the Metmo pocket driver?

[@JonGadget]

I like it - good leverage nicely made although heavy

[@hudsonbear5038]

Have a look at the sofrin If24Pro.. slighly lower Lumens(1800) for main beam everything else is the same but has a 350m throw..... I have the 23, 24 and 24 pro love all three but pro for me is slightly better as a result of the extra throw distance .

[@ELaster1]

Can’t wait to visit your EDC flashlight nightclub! 🎉🍾

[@MamboFerido]

The sofirn update is soo much user friendly

[@JW-ol8vy]

i own that radio and can confirm it is awesome and well made overpriced but glorious in itself

[@bettersteps]

Does that fidget ring spin in both directions?

[@oliverpolden]

I have the original Tau powerbank and yes, I rarely use it as I never charge it due to having to use the dock, so the reverse charging is a welcome and expected addition but having it split into two parts a downgrade in my opinion.

[@billger5710]

Love the reviews. In this episode the only thing worth it's weight is the flashlight, whereas all of the other items are non essential and mostly overpriced bling.

[@great.indoorsman]

How would you compare the James Brand screwdriver to the bit bar from Big Idea Design? Is there much difference aside from price and the amount of bits they hold?

[@AutoYoung]

One thing I don’t understand about edc screwdrivers and wish others would start incorporating is an extension of some sort. That would truly make it an all in package and make it so much more useful…

[@dogfish2001]

Thanks again Jon, some nice new products there, pity about the ant design though, all out of stock.

[@JonGadget]

not great timing! sorry about that - I think they were in stock earlier

[@dogfish2001]

@@JonGadget Thanks Jon, I’ll keep a look out for one though 👍

[@NashiHeartSoulSpirit]

The police light can get you in trouble, however it would make a good criminal deterrent along with a police siren sound. I’d rather deal with the law than criminals.

[@medic4christ]

With the jeep speaker - is the roof rack to pop your mobile phone in when you are Bluetoothing music?

[@JonGadget]

More aesthetic I think

[@tintin2y10]

Hello a random question about EDC gear, baerskin clothing are they genuine items and worth the cost

[@SayMcGillicuddy]

That James Brand driver set *chef's kiss* - very pricey though. Related, I'd love to see you do a comparison piece on 'gentleman's knives' - sure these guys would feature in that lineup.

[@stephenbarabas6286]

😂 chefs kiss?? It's an overpriced mini screw tip holder

[@wayward-saint]

When money is no concern and sense is no matter, these are the EDC for you. But, I do love seeing over-engineering.

[@zagvot]

Next year i will buy thise things 😅

[@squatch2461]

Jon, Do you use noise cancelling head phones on long flights? I'd be very interested in your thoughts given how you evaluate travel gear. Please let us know which you use and/or recommend. I've used Sony noise cancelling ear pods and been happy with them. I'm now thinking of getting some over the ear headphones for audio books, movies, etc. 🍻

[@JonGadget]

over the ear much more comfortable for long flights - but if travelling light and small they might not be an option

[@squatch2461]

@@JonGadget Thanks for the reply. I agree that over the ear add size and weight. I've been looking into it as some of the movies I've watched would've benefited from less ambient noise. Action movies aren't a problem of course. 🍻

[@Grolnn]

Damnit. Watching your channel is one hell of an expensive pastime.

[@CompassCustomCreations]

The Surevival pen needs a bottle opener and corkscrew to be truly useful.

[@mfversluis]

The "rack" on that retro speaker seems about the size of a regular phone, so maybe a way to place your phone on top of the speaker ? Not the most practical solution, as you can only watch the screen from above, but this way it might have a function

[@Mikeabq1]

Won't go for the Tao. I fell for the original and found it pretty useless. Won't even fully charge my Samsung A51.

[@peekaboom9299]

Could u do a video on lighters?

[@cleonwalters4093]

Jon. I notice a mark on your finger. Might be good to get it looked at please.

[@bigfootatx]

I love Jon’s reviews, longtime subscriber and fan. I’m curious, is his style of delivery (the exaggerated pauses, monotone delivery, and the “and now to tuck you in to bed” conclusion to every item’s review) something common to British presenters, or is it just a Jon thing?

[@doubledecker1094]

Don't overanalyse, just enjoy! That's my advice anyway.

[@Michael_K_]

No, it's not a British thing. I'm a Brit and personally find it irritating 😎

[@joea5810]

Idea for Review: RoseCraftBlades

[@HeroAntagonist]

That screwdriver is great but easily double if not triple its value. The torch, I'm probably going to get that if I'm honest

[@JonGadget]

The Sofirn is great value 👍

[@w0ttheh3ll]

I want a 21700 IF24, or an upgraded IF23 with an acceptable user interface.

[@Jasonkarl12]

My name is Jason. And I’m an EDCaholic.

[@markadi44]

Anyone know what's the brand of the wrench at 1:25?

[@edwardfletcher7790]

I don't know, but if it's in Jon's kit, it'll be over £50 so you might as well forget about it 🙄

[@JonGadget]

Hi, it's from Titaner - backed on Kickstarter - see latest kit video

[@InimitaPaul]

The James driver doesn’t stack up against the Gen 1 Big Idea Design driver in the price range and the Gen 2 make it look poorly designed, the only reason not to angle the bit like the Gen 2 is because they didn’t do their market research. I have the Gen 1 BID driver and with plenty of use under my belt angling the driver is an absolute must. £140 for a fidget ring! Are you serious!? If you want a tactical pen look up the Mantis Pen, it crushes the Surevital. Power bank: BT-20 - It takes multiple type of batteries and you can use them one at a time so you only carry what you need, it holds one battery at a time and they’re are quickly removable. Add an In Charge X charging cable and you can charge anything. Can’t complain about Sofirn, quality products and looks like a great update. Glad I didn’t buy the original as that one looks like a worthy purchase. I’m not a fan of the weird modes but the 4 way button makes that irrelevant. The bladed pry tool is illegal in the UK as the blade is locking, worth mentioning. I have a titanium Stanley blade “knife” but had to replace the blade with blunt Big Idea Design blade for EDC, they work great. Why do I want that BT speaker so much!? TF I have a Soundcore BT speaker I already don’t use!

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for feedback. Quick response... BID screwdrivers are great - this is lighter and easier to carry - BID has other advantages. Fidget ring is good value factoring in quality - check out other quality fidget gear to compare. Mantis has different applications. BT-20 is much bigger. Blade not illegal to own - just not legal to carry in the UK - which I why I mentioned carrying it 'where legal' in the video!

[@painless7161]

With UK law being what it is, I'd be very wary at carrying a pen that markets itself as a self defence tool. "Any article made [...] for use for causing injury" is the definition of an offensive weapon. You might inadvertently land in hot water here. Sure, any pen can feasibly be a weapon so too becoming an offensive weapon, but a regular pen is perhaps less-likely to make someone question the owner's motives for having it.

[@jeremystill5442]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@divyv20]

Hey Jon , very good video . I can do better editing in your videos which can help you to get more engagement in your videos . Pls lmk what do you think ?

[@FiveRustyNails]

If somebody was sitting near me in the cinema with one of those Rings they would likely get stabbed with a Swiss Army knife . It will be nice if the screwdriver had a magnetically detained draw and an extension but otherwise I really like it. That pen and the cable wouldn't interest me and the torch is too big for EDC carry and the silly lights are very annoying but it would be a good thing to have in the glove box admittedly. I wouldn't buy the speaker or the miniature multi tool.

[@markdecke2929]

My feeling people have got carried away with all this nonsense over priced and not capable of anything they say if I need a screwdriver I won’t something that will do the job some of the prices are crazy I think it’s madness

[@markdecke2929]

And I live in the uk could not give a shit about$

[@Infurnace]

Some people like nice things, even if they don't use or carry them, it's loke nick nacks i think. I kinda understand what you mean, though.

[@VRoyPratomo]

​@@Infurnace its becoming collectibles over function, but I think its ok

[@efenili]

Just what I needed - an excuse to spend more money :D

[@JonGadget]

😊

[@peterc599]

Every product I have ever got from Rolling Square broke quite quickly. More fool me for getting sucked in by their cool designs

[@JessicaFEREM]

the tau seems way too fiddly. banging around in a bag is probably gonna wake it up and kill it quickly. plus I don't want to have to remember tap commands just to use a power bank, many power banks are smart enough to swap from battery to charge mode automatically, as it's a USB C standard.

[@bss6357]

EDC? CPG= Cute Pricing Gadgets

[@neoaliphant]

ive got the IF23 and i loce it, it seems the IF24 is a bit of a downgrade

[@JonGadget]

More compact and easier to use. Less range and duration.

[@12345678927164]

That ratchet ring might be the thing to counteract my knuckle cracking which will lead to arthritis if I don’t stop. Interesting

[@stephenbarabas6286]

No Cracking your knuckles may aggravate the people around you, but it won't raise your risk for arthritis. That's the conclusion of several studies that compared rates of hand arthritis among habitual knuckle-crackers and people who didn't crack their knuckles. The "pop" of a cracked knuckle is caused by bubbles bursting in the synovial fluid - the fluid that helps lubricate joints

[@jeryth057]

THANK YOU

[@lewiskelly14]

That jeep thing still using Micro USB is shameful 😂

[@alanlansdell7533]

What is it with the red and blue flashing all of a sudden🤷‍♂️

[@rhino5419]

Amazing the quantity and quality of gear that can be had when you get most of it free. Most of this gear is stupidly priced for the average EDC user.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for your feedback - checkout the budget EDC gear on the channel which might be more of interest to you.

[@tonymccann1978]

I just can't carry everything you recommend…my EDC isn't supposed to be 100kg!

[@judolee6498]

I have subscribed to your channel numerous times and for some reason or another I keep getting unsubscribed!! I'll subscribe again but to let you know about the problem!

[@WiseGuy02]

Why companies are still using micro USB is beyond me. It's something that would definitely stop me buying a product and look for an alternative.

[@WolfMimirMori]

Money. Laughably low costs savings, but that's why.

[@hoffwell]

DAB will be gone before FM

[@cedarstuff]

£90 for a poseur screwdriver?

[@JonGadget]

Not cheap!

[@anthonyng8800]

These items weren't very exciting...its because Jon already owns everything out there

[@JonGadget]

not everything...

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Not sure you should advocate that pen as a means of self defence. Anything deemed usable as a weapon is classed as an illegal carry.

[@JonGadget]

Depends on the Country - this is made in the US and this is how they market it - although I imagine any pen could be useful in self-defence.

[@ImDavidJames]

Is it me or is there an annoying clicking sound in the background of this?

[@davidwalker575]

How obsessed does one have to be with ‘EDC’ to carry around a £90 screwdriver. Are you serious?

[@cheetahlip]

85 bucks for that bit driver??? You can get the same functional device for 5 bucks 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@JonGadget]

Yep!

[@kob141]

Ad ad ad and if I don’t recommend the product but still do…..ad

[@EDC_CentralOregon]

Okay….Where’s my wallet…. 💳

[@914Rocky]

What the heck is aluminium? Weird.

[@JonGadget]

We say how you spell it! 😁

[@andrewcardillo4376]

Muzen...Micro USB in 2024...why, just why? Ruins what looks like a great product!

[@allemander]

Your camera quality makes you appear a bit surreal, as if an AI presenter. 😳🤔

[@Djinsoul]

Goodbye money,,