EDC Gear Haul (Everyday Carry) Ep 1

[@TheSuperrespect13]

What I really like about this entire channel is that it comes from a UK perspective which has definitely some touch blade laws, but other countries also have strict laws which is really helpful, also showcasing some interesting products you don't see on other mainstream edc channel, keep up the good work sir!

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback - really appreciated 🙏

[@ghostooo157]

Another great video making my wallet lighter and lighter every video we need more of these the 100%

[@kermitthepog7063]

I'm looking forward to this new series. Also, I just read your updated video description; don't worry about responding to too many comments, the OGs like me I'm sure are all happy that your channel is growing at such a clip! Too many comments is a good thing! As an avid wild camper, I was thinking yesterday whilst trying to find my way to a spot I'd been to before in complete darkness, aided only by my trusty, rubbish, 2-for-£10 head torch, I would like to hear your opinion and recommendations for camping torches that tick three boxes: 1. Bright (obviously) 2. Lightweight (the rucksack gets heavier and heavier the longer the hike is!) 3. Affordable (most important for me personally!) I would like to invest something like £50 in a head torch with a low light mode so my battery can last a couple of nights of reading before bed and also be bright enough to get to camp after dark in the winter months, or to find my way home in an emergency. I also thought a handheld one might be the better option, or a combo of the two. Was looking at the Olight Seeker 3 pro but that's well out of my price range unfortunately. Probably will end up going for a head torch though. Cheers! Not expecting a response, but cheers either way.

[@robertfinneide5044]

Check out something like a Sofirn HS40, bright enough to navigate and very long run time for some nighttime reading.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for your feedback as always. My go to ultralight very practical head torch is the brilliant Nitecore NU25 - which like many I have modified with shock cord to reduce bulk and weight - featured in the video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/jajUlYyZZpiFnqs The good news is that they have just released a V2 which looks fantastic - I have one on order to review - I would def check it out.

[@kermitthepog7063]

@@JonGadget ah yes, that shock cord mod is ringing a bell now that you mention it. I'll wait for your review but that'll probably be the one.

[@kermitthepog7063]

@@robertfinneide5044 looks good, very bright yes!

[@ChatGPT1111]

Jon, really enjoy your unique perspective, gadgets and channel. Nice viewing while sitting here in Florida waiting for Hurricane Nicole to arrive.

[@DudesIn101]

Thanks for the vid,i look forward to these,you always have the good stuff Johnny.!!!.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for that - great to hear

[@paulsmith380]

Another great presentation. This channel is both information rich and inspiring. Thanks for all the time and effort!

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback - really appreciated

[@Gondyr_Nocheinsson]

Definately going to check out the Acebeam. Thanks for another awesome video.

[@ELaster1]

Great video to start my Saturday with 😊 The headlamp seems amazing

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Eyal - yes, I haven't found a better one for 21700

[@fnurbz]

Really liked the dry bag and the knife! Might actually buy the drybag for motorcycle trips

[@JonGadget]

It's the little details like the ability to fold it so small

[@michaelyong5662]

Ive had that Acebeam for about 4 years now I think and am reallly glad to see it's still rated today (which is a rarity in torches as rhe technology is constantly improivng). However, this is the only liggt of many high end loght I've owned that failed on me so it gets a huge points deduction on that. It works again now but for whwtaver reason it failed on me in Iceland and didn't work for a good 2 years after. No idea why but it easnt rhe battery..

[@Swimdeep]

No Jon, thank you as always for such thorough presentation of products. The headlamp really has me going. 💡

[@JonGadget]

You're welcome 👍

[@roundtheloopandback]

Loving the benchmade at 9:26

[@JonGadget]

Good stuff

[@dlee8237]

As a viewer from the US all I have to say is "Brilliant!"

[@ReplayFan562]

Always appreciate your informative content, editing, and details in all your videos. Take care

[@mufasaiam7794]

Loved the video mate, hope you keep it going in the future!

[@JonGadget]

Thanks 👍 much appreciated

[@FreshSakuya]

Liking this format. We get to see all sorts of different gear

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback - I like multi-product content too 👍 Not always easy as it requires lots of gear but will try to do as much of this as possible

[@donaldcarr8766]

Adjustable reusable tie is a good one.

[@ZombieKiller6905]

You’re the reason I bought a rovyvon flashlight! Thanks

[@JonGadget]

Good to know - I still carry one all the time 👍

[@sidebysidegear3329]

Aww! Love it! Thanks for the awesome review 😍

[@JonGadget]

You’re welcome 👍

[@jacqueseales4029]

All the best EDC gear in one spot!!

[@ryanlavallee6342]

I recommend the hitch and timber proper slip for the proper knife. It makes carrying the proper a way better experience

[@JonGadget]

that looks very nice - thanks for sharing

[@user-ul5yu5hk9k]

Fun to watch your videos as the products are just so interesting, even if there is no chance I would purchase some of them. It would be awesome if victorinox would make an edc wallet with some of their Swiss card stuff.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for feedback - yes, Vic are sleeping on the job I think, so much potential, so little action

[@Volkmannx]

Interesting, thanks!

[@dannyparrish724]

Great review!

[@joeframo3347]

To cool light too cool of a light man 👍

[@showshow8804]

the Nebo searchlights also does an LEP + Flood mix

[@JonGadget]

will check it out

[@showshow8804]

@@JonGadget its their new Luxtreme series. Now that I think of the size. Might not be EDC 🤣🙏

[@richtea7868]

I’m really thinking about an LEP light but I’m not sure about the practical uses of it. I like that this one has a Flood built in though as that makes it more useful.

[@JonGadget]

Yes, floodlight helps. Others have asked the same question. long range search if you know where to look perhaps? - low power consumption and long run times are a real bonus - but not many practical use cases in my view

[@MonsieurArlequin]

LEP and other spotlight torches are only practical in very specific situations. I have a very similar torch, the P30i and it gets way less use than my TM9K. For most edc situations, a flood light is far more useful as you rarely need to see further than 100-200 meters. Long range spot lights are only useful in situations like inspection of large structures like buildings or aircraft. Security & patrol like at a guard post. Search & rescue or if you work on ship.

[@wjennekens]

Great video as always! The Benchmade is a very nice knife, also make sure to check out the Lionsteel BestMan for a great alternative 👍 Ps: recently bought the HH UKPK per your recommendation, really excellent!

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for feedback - Lionsteel looks good - we have a budget folder video coming up shortly and later a mid price one and will aim to feature Best Man in that one - thanks for recommendation

[@stevesinclair4159]

Happy Friday Jon, 130Pds for a Benchmade slip joint? Well that's me just saved 130Pds, I'll stick with budget friendly Swiss Army Knives & Rough Ryder slip joints

[@JonGadget]

Hi Steve. Working on budget slip joint knives now for future content 👍

[@stevesinclair4159]

@@JonGadget There is a very budget friendly, well finished and sturdy Rough Ryder made UK legal slip joint that I can wholeheartedly recommend , the Rough Ryder Denim Micarta RR2181 Wharncliffe Folder

[@CaesarBest]

Strong magnets on a cardholder? My bank cards have magnet strips on them, I doubt this would end well.

[@JonGadget]

Interesting point - I didn't think anyone use mag stripes these days though?

[@CaesarBest]

@@JonGadget It''s mostly chips now, but they still issued my new card with a magnet strip, so I don't know, maybe for use with older machines?

[@fouramforever]

Not meaning this to be negative at all, but what is the practical purpose of the Nitecore LEP type flashlights? I work mostly in the dark at night with an LED flashlight and love having the wider area of light to see what i need to see. What is the reasoning for the spotlight effect of LEPs?

[@JonGadget]

I've not worked it out either Tom - really impressive but not really practical

[@mitchblackmore5230]

I'm really confused about the wallet with the magnets. My experience with neodymium magnets and cards with swipe strips was that they don't get along. In other words, the magnet renders the swipe strip useless. How do they get around that with these wallets?

[@alanlansdell7533]

Cards like credit cards will probably be just fine, the strip technology for some access cards and tickets which are programmed at point of use however can often be affected negatively by magnets.

[@JonGadget]

It's a good point - but I'm not sure if mag stripes are still in use - many of my cards don't have this at all now and rely totally on NFC/Contactless

[@mitchblackmore5230]

@@alanlansdell7533 Ok. I didn't realize the strip on entry cards and credit cards differed. And to your point, the time a magnet messed up a card I had, it was a hotel access card. Thanks.

[@mitchblackmore5230]

@@JonGadget That's once again, Europe being ahead of North America. All of my cards still have a swipe strip. The most recent one I received just a month or two ago.

[@rjsmx4]

It seems odd to me to have a flashlight designed for distance with little to no light spill. What would the use case for that be? When I think of a flashlight I think of something with a decent amount of light spill to get a better view of a wide area. Say for instance, walking in the dark, or for looking around in the dark for something that has fallen.

[@honestmcgyver]

I think you should state the price at the start as that informs the review a great deal

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the suggestion - I will certainly look at that for future content 👍

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Hey Jon, what is that crazy watch you're wearing ? Suunto ?

[@JonGadget]

Garmin Instinct Solar 👍

[@edwardfletcher7790]

@@JonGadget Ahhhh thank you 👍🏻

[@dragon202006]

I'm currently on the hunt for a good solid pen. I prefer metal body and not a big fat pen. Maybe a multi tool style. I normally carry a Cross brand pen. All metal and it's on the skinny side that I like but they get costly because the clips always break and you can't replace them, they are pretty flimsy, weak clips.

[@JonGadget]

Have a look at Big Idea Design and Tactile Turn - a few YT vids should help too.

[@spets]

What do you do with coins with all those minimalist wallets?

[@JonGadget]

The coin tray might help a bit - but holds very little and rattles - I think the hope is that coins disappear!

[@Lalitaditya100]

May I know which watch you are wearing in this video please ?

[@JonGadget]

Garmin Instinct Solar (older version) 👍

[@Lalitaditya100]

@@JonGadget thank you so much , I’m looking at the instinct two tactical , I think I might just go for it after seeing a garmin on your wrist 🙏🏼

[@jooky5]

What would you use the mile beam for?

[@JonGadget]

hard to know where these lights fit in - very long range and low power consumption is good but very narrow beam is very niche

[@ChatGPT1111]

To join the mile-high club

[@rabadabadoo491]

Do you think LEP flashlights have any practical use for the average person 🤔 Cheers 🍻

[@JonGadget]

I can't think of one - long range search if you know where to look perhaps? - low power consumption and long run times are a real bonus - but not many practical use cases

[@mrblackkai]

I think Nanobag Ultralight Bags are smaller

[@jimbok2492]

There's no lanyard hole on the wallet. Where would I hook my chain

[@JonGadget]

no where for a chain on these!

[@nathski22]

Would love to know whether you prefer the Proper or the UKPK

[@JonGadget]

UKPK for me - single hand opening - lighter weight - pocket clip - stronger half stop - thumb and finger jumping for grip and finger choil stops it folding on fingers - I like the micarta scales on the Proper though

[@nathski22]

@@JonGadget I love mine. So much so that when I lost one I bought another

[@chubbstock]

I can’t imagine carrying any of that lot round everyday. You’d need reinforced pockets! Bring back the sensible stuff.

[@wedsa95]

Water sports have a second meaning there Jon. But we do whatever to the wife happy.

[@robertlee8400]

One rule to fallow when it comes to EDC,s is when it comes to knifes never carry a folding knife , always go with a full tang knife , even if it’s a small one , folders are not a reliable knife & can be dangerous in certain situations . You need stability when it comes to a EDC knife .

[@sebc3972]

EDC mean Every Day Carry in many country fixe blade was not allowed. And if you are not in the wood or in war field you dont need a kabar for open amazone package lol

[@davocc2405]

That wallet seems unnecessarily thick to me - I actually think those have gone the wrong direction overall, they seem to be too focused on small footprint (probably intended for jeans) but I'd rather see one that is thinner but has a wider overall footprint so when you put it in your pocket it consumes more space but less thickness. Ideally I'd like to have a side pocket organiser which could (on one plane) keep several things a bit like you would see in a grooming set; take out and open up and bam, there's your EDC kit such as multi-tools, etc. Keep it tall but thin so it doesn't bulge out of our trousers. Also - is there any decent attention paid to coins? That always seems neglected? With the same thing but flat/wide approach that doesn't jingle?

[@JonGadget]

good points - this is on the thicker side - seems common in this form factor but not one I would use compared with Wingback Winston - I'll be glad to see the back of coins!

[@davocc2405]

@@JonGadget yes the King will be on the back of coins from next year! Have you ever seen a bifold type of setup like what I was looking for? I was thinking I may have to get something made in the end

[@DonzLockz]

I like good quality gear but I think some stuff is overpriced.💰💰💰🤷‍♂️

[@JonGadget]

yes - it often is

[@JaspisB]

The magnets in that wallet, I guess, makes it unsuitable for use with magnet strip cards. Quite and incompatibility, even if they are steadily becoming more scarce.

[@JonGadget]

Yes, not sure if it wipes the mag stripe - but most of my cards don't have this now

[@L.T.112]

Imagine living in a country where the mechanic of your pocketknife is regulated. Condolences.

[@GOMAROMA]

Laughable when you think about it, UK has some of the strictest knife laws yet knife crime in the inner cities is out of control! 🤔

[@NicoBurns]

When you read about knife crime statistics in the UK you have to remember that because of the strict laws, merely carrying a knife constitutes a "knife crime". The offender doesn't actually need to have used the knife to threaten or cause harm.

[@klivermax]

And a millon of other things that you will never ever use even once in your life.

[@JonGadget]

Not for me!

[@klivermax]

@@JonGadget Yeah, sure KEKW.

[@yarpenzigrin1893]

Blatant marketing again.