Best Complete Everyday Carry from Ace Hardware | EDC 2022

[@ScopinQuick]

Do Pawn shops next? the ones near me have tons or watches and every once in a while a spydy or benchmade! could be good

[@christiansalazar4604]

I second this!!

[@amaurylouvrier5651]

Yup! Great 💡

[@mattl5238]

Ooooo I didn’t even think about that yes try that

[@highwindsedc]

I’d love to see this as wrll

[@Master_Reven]

Yess

[@rileym6193]

I worked at an ace and there was always a bunch of stuff that I didn’t even know we had and it was great for edc, it was almost like a scavenger hunt each shift. I really like the leathermans, all of em. You can almost never go wrong. Keep up the good work.

[@mgtwinpop]

I love that many Ace still feel like an old school hardware store.

[@PnwOnTour]

How did you not know your inventory?

[@rileym6193]

@@PnwOnTour I did, however we constantly got new stuff.

[@PnwOnTour]

Ahh, gotcha

[@carmemories4202]

Wow. Knives. Crazy right?

[@EDC_Soldier]

I've really enjoyed this series of budget/retailer complete carry challenges. I actually own a lot of the items you've picked up in several of these, but my definite favorite of the ones you featured is the Milwaukee fastback utility knife. I've been carrying the 6-in-1 version for about a year now as the back-up blade in my duty edc. It's quicker and easier to grab when I need to tighten or loosen a screw (#2 philips or flathead) than my multi-tool, and it barely takes up more room in the pocket than the standard fastback. I don't own the PowerPint yet, but for as much as you talk about it, I think I'm going to have to pick one up and give it a try.

[@xtoadxstoolx]

Honestly, I'm impressed with that Milwaukee light. Working in industrial maintenance, I see a lot of coworkers holding their light with their teeth. I'll definitely be recommending that one to a few of them.

[@CullenKawano]

I totally loved that the Ace Milwalke light had a "bite zone" I totally hold lights in my mouth to go hands free and thought that was the coolest thoughtful idea in a simple product. Thanks for the videos =) I am totally looking for a front flipper knife after your last video =) it looks like a fun and useful addition to my EDC. Thank again!!

[@mmmoorr883]

Got same light. Awesome. Love the bite feature

[@ace03cobra67]

What the name of the flash light

[@XxAlphaDevilxX]

The pocket clip on the Milwaukee knife can be tip up or tip down carry. Just throwing it out there, I have the same knife.

[@DanielGonzalez-sp9xz]

Hey there I work at a satellite office for COAST and for anyone wondering or for the content creators curiosity when the flashlights say storm proof it means we’ve tested the lights in storm conditions so rain or snow won’t get into the flashlight hampering performance. They cannot be submerged for any period of time though we simply manufacture them tight enough to prevent internal damage from rain and snow.

[@LCMengineering]

I bought the milwaukee knife about 8 years ago and it was the first knife I used for EDC, I still have it on my motorcycle toolkit and have repaired at least 10 different motorcycles on trips with it. Cut plastic, wood, clutch cables hiting the knife with a rock, beat the hell out of It and still use it and love it these days

[@XOXO-x8e]

My favorite find drom these type of videos was the S.O.G PoverPint from bass pro shops. As someone who regularly carry's a small to medium sized multi tool it was great to see someone give the smaller multi tools some love👍

[@megajmg27]

I gotta say that Milwaukee Fast back was the highlight of the video and I know you showed a few flashlights! But that one stuck out for me! Really enjoy this series so far!

[@cgordon3]

for $15 bucks or whatever it is, that Milwalkee knife is a keeper. I bought one last year, and I find it in my pocket a lot. a good knife that I dont mind using a lot because its cheap. LOL

[@Loki.uk70]

Walmart is the one which surprises me the most as I don't have any here in blighty seems to be a good all in one store for a quick grab and go type of shop ! 🙃 I really enjoy your video's and look forward for the next one each week 😀 keep the good work going your format works and in my opinion the best edc channel on the tube these days!

[@JohnTrottoCreations]

My favorite, which I bought, was a CHUMS wallet. Love how its laid out, works perfectly for my needs, and its dirt cheap. I am thinking of picking up a second just to make sure I always have one if my current one ever fails or goes missing.

[@cjace77]

Regarding the Milwaukee bite zone - I made my own bite zone for a couple of my torches by buying some silicone tubing and then cutting it to size/trimming. It does create a giant knob of silicone on the end of my torch, but I find I like that because I can grab it and know which end has the switch without looking.

[@thetruebatman4632]

The Ace in my town in Texas is called Gibson’s; there’s a gun shop in the back that the owner keeps incredibly updated. New Oakley tactical, all Yeti stuff, Nightforce optics, etc. My wife LOATHES the place because she can’t get me out of there, and I do enjoy letting her see what that feels like from time to time.

[@joda2985]

My favorite find drom these type of videos was the SOG poverpint multi tool! As someone who regularly carry's a small multi tool it was awesome to see someone give the smaller multi tool some love

[@jonathanbullman7058]

I carry that Milwaukee knife. Absolutely love it. Have the hawkbill version too. I carried it concealed on my person when I worked at a jail. We're really supposed to have it lol so I clipped it against my right thigh on my boxers beneath my pants. 13 years there and it was never noticed.

[@dannymeendering3032]

Thanks for the video. I’m a second generation owner of this store and love that you found what you were looking for (mostly). Always open to suggestions for cool new products. Glad you found us!

[@paulhughes3961]

I am an avid knife collector and I also work at Lowes. This last Xmass in or gifting area I saw a 2 pack of knives by Coast for $23 so I brought it, when I opened the package I was very surprised. They had caged ceramic ball bearings 14c28n steel ,G10 scales with a flipper. These knives are on par with knives costing 3 times as much.

[@vincentdeingeniis5391]

My favorite find from these type of videos was the SOG power pint from bass pro shops. As someone who regularly carry’s a small to medium sized multi tool it was refreshing to see someone give the smaller multi tools some love.

[@calebbryson5097]

In terms of my favorite thing you've ever found on one of these EDC challenge videos was the Leatherman ratchet from the REI video. It's a great piece of gear despite being a little wobbly at times and really boosts the functionality of my Leatherman Charge. You're the man! Keep up the great content ✊

[@raywilliams3745]

I carry that milwaukee knife and the milwaukee 2011r edc light every day. I am a school bus mechanic, and all my stuff takes a beating. That milwaukee knife is the best budget blade I found. Use budget knives for work. Carry my good knives when I'm off work. The milwaukee edc light is great. I love it.

[@JustAnotherDayToday]

Ace Hardware was definitely a surprise-didn’t expect to see Leatherman Wave+ sold there. Milwaukee folder was nice-great profile. So there you go.

[@mirict90]

yeah they definately very in what they sell. I went to one the other day that had benchmade, spyderco and a lot of the newer budget knife brands like cjrb.

[@matthewvautour7804]

That Milwaukee folding knife is a surprising find, but a logical step after the fastback utility knives. Also, I've been using one of the Milwaukee pen lights for over a year and it has been a surprisingly phenomenal little light. It's been used and abused and keeps on trucking, definitely recommend them!

[@Kitestop]

My Local Ace has a huge fishing section (because we're on the coast of Florida) and a really large Yeti/Sunglasses/Apparel section. Our knives section has options from Kershaw and Civivi. The Rite in the Rain stuff is at the counter.

[@tevinkrause563]

It's actually great, the milwaukee flashlight was the best find I bought mine a couple months ago as a work flashlight and it definitely didn't disappoint, I also started using a micro pouch to minimize the amount of gear scattered though out my pockets, and I've fallen in love with that also! This channel has been my great find! It's helped me better find gear!

[@2_theepoint]

I like this setup. I randomly bought a fastback one day and couldn’t stop playing with the button lock!

[@johnorick6070]

I think the SOG multi tool , the power pint, you found at Bass Pro was my favorite. I really enjoy these videos and I’m a big Ace Hardware fan! Thanks!

[@theregularguy44]

The key smart is the most useful edc piece I didn’t even know I needed until I got one! I have the key smart mini since I only have three keys and it makes my keys feel so much smaller in the pocket which is nice since I hate the feeling of keys in my pocket. A1 product

[@Ben-Gibbs]

Hey Taylor i believe the fast back line of knives uses Aus-8 steel for the blade. also my favorite find from this series has to be the powerpint just based on the compact size and the fact that its so over looked

[@defensedad]

The advantage to the rubber Keysmart is that it flexes in the pocket a little so if your pockets are full or smaller it's not a rigid piece of metal poking into your thigh. Not everyone uses a clip to Jang keys from a belt loop. Good video man.

[@jacobhergesheimer3544]

I can speak into Ace a quasi Ace employee… All Ace hardwares are locally owned. I work on the buying team for a company that owns 4 in my home town. “Ace corporate” operates as a vendor/distribution center to all Ace stores. So each location has access to the same selection product from Ace which is incredibly vast. Each store has the autonomy to bring in what ever products they want from Ace specifically, as well as purchase items from directly from other vendors and manufacturers that “Ace corporate” does not carry. Lots of Ace stores look like a hole-in-the-wall. I constantly hear how impressed and surprised new customers are with the selection. In-store customer service is often better than that of Lowes and Home Depot as well. Shopping at an Ace supports the local ownership. Money does not go to a global brand like a big box store. Best find - that Milwaukee rubberized light and utility knife is pretty cool. I will need to pick those up on my way out of the office today!

[@wsabiibasw1319]

My local Ace Carries quite a few benchmades. Last time I went in they had approx. 15 different models. I was amazed.

[@miguelmal]

My favorite is the Fastback utility knife, I carry a Leatherman on a regular basis but sometimes having a utility knife is better for scraping or just beating up the blade without remorse haha. Thanks for the great content!

[@MrMZaccone]

I LOVE that Milwaukee fast back,, I've purchased probably a dozen or more of them for myself and as gifts over the last few years. Inexpensive, sturdy, and functional, they're a real EDC treat and the ones I bought were switchable tip up, tip down.

[@Official_JokerMan]

For the leatherman. In the screwdriver slot, You can also buy the bit driver extension i use them for work. They actually just upgraded the extension and it is now come with a ratcheting feature. I keep that along with the two slides of bits it came with and there is nothing i can't open. Great edc. And also the pocket knife i use as my fishing boat better and believe it or not it is pretty good for everyday cutting, and i dont care if it gets dropped in the atlantic.

[@Wheres_Waldos_EDC]

Ace hardware Leatherman wave is my favorite find! Ive carried one for about 16 years now and absolutely love it and rely one it daily! I really enjoy your random store finds, gives folks a idea of what to expect in a pinch! keep up the great work Taylor and carry on!

[@brucepaugh7850]

I love ace hardware, been shopping there for years. The last visit I bought 3 Nebo lights, a headlight, a Davin IP67, and the Colombo.

[@DragonsinGenesisPodcast]

Some of their blades are AUS 8 and some are D2. As for that particular model, it depends on which source you read. So my guess is AUS 8, but who knows?

[@chronovore3726]

I like this kind of video. The rubber key holder offers a little bit of flex versus being a straight bar in the pocket. There is a range of pants, pocket situations, and body types where that could be good. (It's the same reason that someone might avoid a longer flashlight or pry bar on their key ring.) On flashlights, I prefer yellow to harsh white. If you want a classic high-CRI penlight with a rubber bite zone, look for the Lightstar 80.

[@dallie7789]

I love all these videos! After you got the crooked river at REI…I went to my local REI and found a 940 Osborne in the garage sale for 100$! Thanks for the great content

[@oscarhernandez-wi5fn]

Enjoyed the video. Just getting into having an EDC. Watching many of your videos today to get an idea of different products out there. Thanks

[@kaverjoe]

The best part of this video is when u where surprised on how the flashlight had rubber for teeth protection. I find my self doing the same thing when I need a both hands free and light. This video was awesome, keep up the good work bro.

[@JR-bx6kw]

Love my Milwaukee Fastback, for the price and the endurance. I had used it as my everyday carry for over 3 years without issue. Very easy to sharpen when needed, which is not really that often.

[@ModusOperandom]

Ace is the place for the helpful EDC folks!

[@magosdante]

I actually love the Nite-Ize stuff. I bought one of their Steelie orbiter dash mounts for my Jeep and s-biners have so many uses. Honestly Ace doesn't suprise me, there has been one in easy walking distance everywhere I have lived and they just have "stuff". I think Target suprised me most with how badly the whole thing went. Poor quality items and the botched attempts before getting to Target.

[@seanvalle8471]

That wave leatherman is super clutch. Your videos have gotten me into EDC and I love seeing all of these videos from the different stores, keep ‘em coming!

[@bigcountry28056]

I have the fast back and flashlight from Milwaukee from when I worked at Home Depot. Thoroughly enjoyed it as my gateway into EDC!!!

[@mackataz1605]

I’ve actually had a fastback for about two years now (new to your channel) and it does wonders for me in the workplace, cutting thick boxes is a breeze with that thing.

[@HipsterIV]

Between my local Ace and one town over’s picked up Spyderco Dragonfly and unlike the long Nebo light you glanced at the start, picked up a Nebo torchy. Happy with both

[@Bingo1Dog]

I'd say my favorite would probably be the milwaukee flashlight. I really like the idea of the bite zone on it. It seems like everyone holds lights in their mouth and just makes sense.

[@aaronfactor6838]

Love the Milwaukee Fastback utility knife. I carry it every day as a beater knife/ opener. I use the Dewalt carbide utility knife replacement blades. They are tough as hell! Project farm did a great in depth KZbin video where he scientifically tests all the different utility blade inserts for sharpness, as well as durability. He ranks them on price. Maybe it’s something you could also explore on your channel.

[@jnj2233]

A Milwaukee FASTBACK 6-in-1 Folding Utility Knife with a shark tooth utility blade is next level! More bang for your buck with that Milwaukee knife!

[@amarsh73]

The SOG Powerpint is the best find from this series of videos. I thought it was so good. I ran out and picked one up. THX

[@everyday-harry]

My favorite find was the SOG PoverPint from bass pro shops! As someone who regularly carry's medium sized multi tool it was great to see someone give the smaller multi tools some love. Thanks for the giveaway

[@Colahdetank]

That Milwaukee light with the bite zone seems like an awesome feature, I put my light in my mouth daily. Great stuff, keep it up!

[@JeremiahDJones-rq4qv]

Long time lurker first time comment, just found an Ace less than a mile a way just a few days before this post and wow what a sleeper and you nailed it. Favorite find has to be Milwaukee fast back not an EDC but key in the tool box. My TPT slid is the edc utility take care and keep the content coming love it!

[@diegoballesteros3911]

My favorite find out of all of these is the SOG Powerpint. Perfect size and it has a clip. I had never heard of it until your Bass Pro video

[@JoshuaLynn]

The Benchmade Crooked River at REI was a solid find. In March REI distributes a dividend to members based on their purchases from the past year. I’m planning on picking up the Benchmade Mini Crooked River with my dividend. It will be my first Benchmade.

[@mrbeyondthebeard]

I've never been to an REI, so I didn't know what to expect. I was surprised by the quantity and selection they had in your video. With the exception of the Leatherman, you bought a Black Widow color scheme from the Ace.

[@tonyrome655]

My favorite item is always a Leatherman. I’m really surprised you found one at an Ace. I have been in several Ace hardwares and have never seen them. Coast are great budget flashlights. I still have my G19 that is a single mode “inspection beam” that I carried before I knew “edc” was a thing. Still throw it in my pocket every once in a while.

[@douglasfurr6952]

They always place them in the most random isle secluded for some unknown reason from all the other knives/multi tools. Same with some of the Milwaukee knives. They have the Milwaukee knives by the Milwaukee stuff not in the designed knife section. But I think it just ads to the adventure! My biggest surprise was that they sell USB hard drives and various other electronics.

[@Asinine_Ocelot]

I think the rubber key smart might be my favorite thing from this series. I've always thought those style key organizers were pricey but for 10 bucks that's a hell of a deal

[@taylorjustice1407]

You know its funny, my dad when I was alot younger said to cut away from myself at all times when we went camping but he never did and i asked why he said the same thing but I couldn’t because i was to young😂 love your videos btw

[@mgtwinpop]

Affordable, practical carry. Coast light good choice. Learned important lesson after a hurricane to always have redundant gear that run on AA or AAA. You can find those batteries anywhere or scavange from remotes and toys!

[@brandontaylor86]

Solely based on the fact that Milwaukee had the foresight to make a “bite zone” clearly shows they know there clientele. Has to be the best find lol

[@littlejesus9212]

I would probably say out of everything the leatherman wave plus is the tool I would use most often. By far my favorite choice. Ace has good stuff.

[@jooky5]

Ace is a gem! They have knives you wouldn’t expect from a smaller chain

[@dragon-id5uj]

Ace hardware is 2 doors down from my workplace; as someone that bikes instead of driving, it's so so clutch to be able to go on lunchbreak and parooze the shelves for goodies!

[@michaelpugh1794]

They Key Smart in this video may have been the best find. I was really just surprised that your Ace carried something like that. I wouldn’t expect to see one in my area. Great video series!!

[@dennyblancas8582]

The blade steel on the fastback is 8cr13MOV. I carry one @ work. Basic, but it does the job.

[@MKE_Mike]

I really like that Milwaukee knife and flashlight. I've been replacing my power tools with Milwaukee now I may start picking up some of their smaller tools and accessories.

[@jordanholmes9943]

I have really enjoyed this series too. Keep it up as long as you can! But for what has impressed me so far, I think when you bought that Garmin watch at REI I was shocked. Being an analogue watch guy, I never thought you would go smart watch at all.

[@QsPhilosophy]

I have a Milwaukee razor blade utility knife as part of my EDC, a little chunky, but good in the hand, solid construction, and storage for extra blades. Plus it can be opened one handed, a must.

[@csskates]

My favorite find of yours was when you went way over budget on that Garmin watch. Watching you self justify the purchase was refreshing for me.

[@jspr_edc]

Meowdy there taylor! I LOVED when you did the bass-pro edc video. The moment when you revealed the S.O.G. powerpint, really hit home for me. When you bought that lil multitool, i already had mine for two years. Used it daily. You can look forward to two years or more of good use out of your powerpint. That was my suprise/fave moment out of all of your storebought edc videos.

[@patrickneal3834]

Honestly I think this one from ACE was the most surprising to me. I’ve never given any thought to Milwaukee gear, but now I need that rubberized flashlight!

[@edwardrobbins2330]

The Milwaukee fast back is great comes in handy for me since I work at a furniture store and do alot of unboxing and breaking boxes down

[@joeyoneda5387]

I think this Ace Hardware was the best find. Like you said, a sleeper store but you got me curious on the Milwaukee gear now. Thanks!

[@anthonyherrera4897]

I liked the box cutter. I use my box cutter 90% mainly because the replacement blades are cheap. I also don't want to mess up my s30v blade on my titanium Leatherman Charge. Thanks for the fun finds.

[@3drumsticks]

The REI (and Lowes.. Can't remember the first one watched) video showed me that Leatherman could be found in person. I immediately ended us at REI and picked up a PS Style? (tsa approved keychain tool). I've used it so much and it's changed my perception of how carrying a multitool is. I had never used one until then but heard all good things about leatherman. Now I edc a Leatherman Free K4 and work and that PS Style is on my keys no matter what. 🙂

[@aaronkreuscher186]

My favorite find was the Leatherman free p2 that you found at Lowes. I like the one handed operation about that multi tool.

[@DylanLey]

I feel like if that Fastback Knife had the same button lock mechanism like the classic utility knife Fastback, it would be perfect for $15! The best find from all of these types of videos is probably the Gerber watch you got from the REI video!

[@anthonygomez5491]

My favorite find was the SOG PowerPint from bass pro, it is the perfect loaded medium sized multi tool. I was also surprised with the picks because for being an outdoor store I’m almost positive there were TONS of options to choose from. (except for a pen).

[@MadMan559est69]

Ross stores have Highland tactical eagle sling packs for $27 bucks a hell of a bag for EDC.

[@BobO-ms3tg]

That Milwaukee Fast Back has a reversible pocket clip for tip up carry. I have been using my Camo Fast back daily for over 2 years now

[@patweaka]

Ace always surprises me out in Colorado as well. But the Leatherman armbar with the ratchet as a pair…awesome kit to carry on my KLR 650. I’ve been building a nice moto edc kit this year.

[@misaeljr.garcia4005]

Out of all the videos you’ve done like this one this is the best one lol, the wave is a solid leatherman and I have a fast back and usually carry that over my leatherman soooo I would say this video was one of the best ones yet

[@korgan7779]

As odd as it is, I liked the Pittsburg Mini Folding utility knife from Harbor Freight that you reviewed. As a kid doing chores I often carried one of those mini keychain utility knives from Stanley so I went and picked one up for around the house. Funny thing is I was saying to myself "Thats a Big Ace Hardware" for you to then say "This is a smaller one".

[@drews8585]

I would love to see a video on what you guys would consider luxury EDC. While I do carry a knife, watch, wallet and pen i like more luxury sometimes and everything you guys have is either “budget or rugged” i’d like to see something more luxury inspired.

[@thebackyardbuilder]

I really like that the Milwaukee flashlight has a rubber spot to bite as I am often times holding a flashlight in my mouth and having that rubber to grip and protect my teeth would be very handy indeed!

[@ChrisHairMusic]

My favorite find was the Milwaukee flashlight. I honestly didn’t know they existed before this video. Thanks for making quality content.

[@xvaldez3284]

When I got a internship in the maintenance department they gave me a Milwaukee fastback utility knife and I kinda wanted the husky instead cause I thought it was ugly af but oh my God that thing was awesome. The ergonomics are great and snapping it open and closed single handed was pretty convenient

[@onthecase3176]

The REI video put the Crooked River on my wishlist. That’s my favorite find so far. The Milwaukee flashlight on this vid will probably be bought in the near future as well!

[@Redwiz76]

I was at Ace last weekend and picked up the Fastback 6 in 1 which has a really nice bit driver.

[@annonymouslibertairian9120]

The bite zone on that flashlight has to be one of the best examples of "how do people use our product, and how can we make that easier" I have seen in a while. It's so simple it's stupid but brilliant at the same time.

[@sayeednmb]

Excellent video. My best hardware find was an old school Nebo Redline flashlight about 10 years ago. I still use it in my work shed today. Keep doing videos like this. You never know what you will find.

[@joshgonzalez2885]

The yellow coloring on the Milwaukee actually makes a ton of sense. Yellow light cuts through dust very easy and construction sites are very dusty...

[@HILLBILLY2832]

Best thing is the key organizers. Always had a janitor set of keys makin noise til i jumped up into a keybar. Best thing i ever bought.

[@focusonthefocus]

Really glad to found the Milwaukee Inspection Light. I snagged one at Home Depot and am super impressed with it. It's definitely my favorite of your finds.

[@gregrudzinski]

Great job with the Ace EDC gear! The Leatherman Wave Plus is without a doubt the best piece of kit acquired (A+) to date on the various store videos. Everything shown is useful, practical and tough.

[@baileygill1626]

Not gonna lie when I bought that fast back folding knife 2 years ago I bought it just to have a good throw away work knife and by my surprise it keeps an edge like crazy and I keep it on me all the time at work