Amazon Budget Everyday Carry Challenge 2022

[@CarlosEduardo-qf5gr]

I lost it when Jon struggled to open the zipper right after being mocked about it 😂

[@JonGadget]

🤣 didn't help my case!

[@VidaAireLibre]

I felt like Jamie toss all the cards out when he opened his wallet. lol @@JonGadget

[@Dglenn2185]

I vote for more videos like this. This is the best “make an edc within X budget” video I’ve seen period.

[@JonGadget]

Great to hear - thank you

[@robertharrington9667]

I have to agree

[@dsample]

Yep. I'm trying to consciously create my own EDC at the moment, mostly on a budget, and it has to be pocket carry. Jon's one this time is pretty good. I don't really need a knife (I have more use for scissors), so it would be interesting to see you compete on other combinations it carry. Mine would be 1 house key, 1 car keyfob, cards, cash (inc coins), screwdriver, torch, scissors, notebook, pen and mechanical pencil.

[@SmallestMiner]

I agree. I’d like to see more of this format too.

[@matthewrichardson666]

@@dsample Leatherman micra or similar would feature for me. Or a Victorinox Compact.

[@cautahwork2466]

Wallet: Jamie; flashlight: Jon; knife: both; keyring: Jon. But my vote goes to Jamie, to encourage the creation of more similar content.

[@JonGadget]

🤣 so that's why he is getting all the votes!

[@cautahwork2466]

@@JonGadget Probably. You make the smart choices, him, the popular ones. 😊

[@bobdaniels2601]

Agree! I voted for Jamie for the same reason! Keep up these kind of videos, my wife and I really enjoy them! Thanks for everything you do

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Bob 👍

[@71simonforrester]

I agree entirely

[@DisjointedConversations]

This was a brilliant video. Even my wife sat down and watched it with me. The interplay between you two remind me of me and my friends. Nothing says I love you buddy like a great insult. As far as the gear I call it 50/50. Jon’s wallet and flashlight, Jamie’s key ring and knife.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Peter for the great feedback - I'm glad you (and your wife) enjoyed it

[@franciscoscaramanga589]

Yeah, but shining powerful flashlights into each other's eyes may not be the greatest idea in the world...

[@renegade609]

I love Jon's precision. In his typical videos he is precise with his speech and his selection of items. In this video, he is precise with his banter. Great video!

[@MrDiPY]

Nothing helps with the TGIF feeling than seeing a new video from Jon just as I clock off from work!

[@JonGadget]

😊 great to hear

[@damyr]

Watches are also part of EDC. Jamie wears one and Jon doesn't. Therefore, it's no contest. An auto-win for Jamie.

[@JonGadget]

I do wear one when not filming though.....

[@damyr]

@@JonGadget Well, there's an idea for the next battle... Include your watches, too. 😉

[@ELaster1]

Lol definitely a fun video. Most EDC videos around YT are very serious. I have to go with Jon on this one! Zippered wallets are amazing!!! I was once feeling a zipper is childish, but it is just so practical! As demonstrated in the video. You can put cards, cash, coins, pen, memory drives, small tools, ... That said, 45$ is very steep for a zippered wallet 😅That's what I don't like about Bellroy.

[@JonGadget]

Hi Eyal, thanks for the feedback - glad you enjoyed it - we're trying to create a mix of content - sometimes informative sometimes more about entertainment - to keep it fresh

[@ELaster1]

@@JonGadget You two are doing great job 😊It's good to see Jamie as well, up until recently we didn't know he exists yet his appearances are very joyful

[@augustoconde1459]

Jon's wallet is the coin purse of my grandma. I go with Jim except in the horrendous keyring! I love the video

[@toolslover3645]

Please bring Jamie in every video. He is great😁👍🎉

[@knighthawksuperhero]

I loved this concept! You guys are hilarious together! Both were great but I’m an old man and the wallet swayed me! Thanks guys!!

[@JonGadget]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertharrington9667]

this was hilarious. love this video

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Robert - good to hear

[@bustersbashers2280]

I vote Jamie, I have the so called “boring” wallet and love it and it’s not a “PURSE WITH A ZIP”.. The knife is better with more functionality and I’ve been looking for that exact mini torch, nice and small and functions as you would normally expect.. No contest Jamie WINS. 👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏 And “Community posts” don’t work on my old “Apple iPad Pro”…!

[@JonGadget]

You mean my compact security wallet......sorry to hear you can't vote 🤣

[@bustersbashers2280]

@@JonGadget , Na, ya glad I can’t vote really 🤭🤭🤭😁😁👍👍👍❤️🙏🏻

[@skorzeny7377]

brilliant episode! banter was hilarious, great job gents

[@JonGadget]

Many thanks - good to hear

[@charliedurnford3277]

Don’t you mean bantam? 🙃

[@skorzeny7377]

@@charliedurnford3277 you got me there 🤣

[@joetool4016]

I gotta go with Jon on this one, I personally have arrived at a zipper wallet, and NEVER lost a coin, and it holds tools that I carry, and the RovyVon Aurora is the ultimate, especially the new ones with USB-C!

[@JonGadget]

I like your thinking 👍

[@paulsmith380]

Great video. I didn't like either wallet so that was a draw, gave the Rovyvon light the edge on the massive lumen advantage. The Cadet is my favorite alox knife, though the bantam is certainly not a bad choice. As for keyrings, I have concerns about magnets separating without my noticing if my EDC gets hung on something. The s-biners I have in all sizes and have used every day for years with no problems. Their versatility is unsurpassed. The Rovyvon carabiner is closer to an S-biner so Jamie gets the edge by a frog hair. Great fun! Best wishes to you both!

[@JonGadget]

Well thought through Paul! - thanks for the feedback

[@dannym7783]

Great video; I had to vote for John because of the knie choice but Jamies choice of wallet I believed was the better of the two. The flashlights choices were both great.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Danny

[@onthecase3176]

I built mine out for fun. Let's see what you think. Light: Olight 13T EOS: $20 Knife: CJRB Feldspar: $35 Wallet: Dockers Front Pocket Wallet: $12 Key Set Up: Victorinox Jett Setter: $25 + A cheap keychain to get split ring: $2 + Nite Ize S-Biner Locking Key Holder: $6 Total$100 USD

[@levinwee2909]

Love the chemistry between the 2 of them. Informative? Ehhhh... Yeah, in a somewhat roundabout way. Entertaining? Heck yes.

[@JonGadget]

I am glad you enjoyed it Levin

[@matthewrichardson666]

The combination of the 2 carry choices in this video are quite close to my own. Bellroy All Conditions card pocket (7/8 years old, still going strong) containing, Zebra f301 compact pen, Victorinox Alox Cadet, Olight I3T EOS. Cards and cash carried in the Bellroy too. Used to carry the Bantam but got lured by the 2020 limited editions, I also used to carry the Rovyvon A2 but found that even the momentary presses meant I would find it discharged. Yes the card pocket can be a bit fiddly but the ease of throwing into my front pocket, cycling jersey, sling, etc. for me is a winner. Excellent video and my votes are Wallet - Jon Flashlight - Jamie Knife - Jamie Keys - Jon

[@JonGadget]

Great feedback 👍

[@CookingwithYarda]

I love my RovyVon Aurora A5x EDC, it's simply the best micro flashlight, the build quality, so many functions and glow in the dark justify the price 😉

[@johnherzel718]

Jaimie needs to be in more of these. The zipper purse crack had me in stitches. Both of you should remember that the reason to buy Victorinox is the scissors (x models). Alox is the second reason. Well played both of you.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback 👍😄

[@docmacg6315]

I've enjoyed watching the two of you. Jamie was cute holding up a sign that read to vote for him as he read the specs on one of his devices. 😂

[@DWtuna]

I would have to go with Jon's choices. His selection of stuffs just fit nicely together.

[@JonGadget]

Exactly 👍😊

[@sda4jesus1]

"Fits nicely" is why I have to go with Jon's selection.

[@DWtuna]

@@sda4jesus1 pardon my English as second language.

[@sda4jesus1]

@@DWtuna Pardon unnecessary. Your second language is perfectly understandable, which is far more than could be said for my 2nd. :-)

[@MarkusMahlberg]

Vegetable tanned leather is opposed to chromium tanned leather. It tends to be more expensive, as it takes quite a bit longer to do the tanning.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Marcus - good to know

[@gadgetgus]

I love the Victorinox Bantam & Cadet. I reviewed these a few months ago - I rotate both, but if I had to choose, it would be the Cadet... Good choices guys and I'm liking the 'Top Gear' format 😁 Atb Gus 👍

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback GadgetGus - great to hear

[@stevesinclair4159]

Happy Friday Gus, Amazon serially over-charge on UK legal Rough Riders & Victorinox knives ( ditto for Civivi & other knives that you cant buy in the UK )

[@franticflintstone7999]

I'd go with the Bantam, but only if paired with a Classic. The cheapest Classic on Amazon is $19.79, so I'd have to shave that much off the other items. Amazon has keychain flashlights for less than a dollar, so that seems do-able.

[@Rob-qf2fs]

Got to score you 2 a piece, Jamie with the wallet ( carry one very similar and have done for years, and knife ) Jon you take the flashlight and key ring. Can't be fairer then that lads. What you should do is put them through their paces say for 6 weeks then see if you'd still pick the same items. I'm thinking undoing that zip everytime you want to pay for something or get anything out will soon wear thin . But I'm old skool lol. Great video guys always look forwards to watching em. You do realise you missed out a pen from your selection too. But I'll let you off as I always seem to need one and ive usually left it in the car or misplaced it, 🤦‍♂️ Anyway have a great weekend both of you. Look forwards to the next EDC challenge. ATB Rob 👍

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Rob - really appreciate the feedback 👍

[@colinmurphy2127]

Being an everyday carry challenge, my vote goes to Jon, because of the ability to carry all the items together in one bag/wallet/purse whatever you want to call it 😊

[@chriss3886]

Split decision: Jamie for Wallet & Knife and Jon for Light (but barely) & Keychain. Jamie gets the tie. Jon if you had gone with the small topo pocket organizer you could have had the SAK Compact and swept the challenge.

[@onemanwreckingcrew]

Fun to watch you two banter. It is hard to beat Jon, but nice try Jamie. Mr. Gadget for the win.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Kyle 👍😁

[@onemanwreckingcrew]

@@JonGadget your videos have helped me out so much. You are by far the most effective and efficient EDC Gadget guru I've seen around. Cheers!

[@Geox_29]

I will go Jon: Wallet, Flash ligh, Key Ring Jamie: Knife Nice video :)

[@lokicooper4690]

Came here from the current challenge. Have to say, I prefer Jon’s wallet over Jamie’s. Jamie saying the word “purse” like it’s a bad word. Tsk! Overall, I prefer Jon’s choices. I like the wallet, the torch, and the knife (which I would not put on a keychain). I like both of the keychains though. I use a carabiner as my keychain. I have a lot of keys (thank you, work!), so the carabiner is the easiest way to carry them. I have an Olight Imini 2 attached to my purse (no room on the keychain-makes it too bulky in the pocket), and own a RovyVon A28U as well.

[@RalfyCustoms]

Top job and well timed Gents, something tells me Jamie does budget better than Jon lol, have a wonderful weekend

[@JonGadget]

Budget gear might not be my thing it seems! 😊

[@babyneon]

I enjoy you two in videos. More please

[@wojtek14]

I vote for Jon. I like small, compact edc. I already took an example from Jon once and I do not regret it :)

[@billymathis1144]

So in actuality, you both went overboard. Night Ize makes some of the best and most functional pieces of gear. Now as far as the one Jon has with the magnetic function for a key ring isn't something you would want to trust on a long hike, or camping trip, much less in an emergency. You're taking more of a risk of losing everything. For example, while you're hiking and a limb catches it just right it is coming off. Jamie's idea is more practical for said situations. Now, however, to stay on a budget you can buy another key ring with all the functions as a key ring, flat and Phillips screwdrivers, bottle opener, and carabiner with at least a 300lb weight limit in a pack of two from Night Ize. It's very lightweight, plus it's got more functions in one piece than you guys put together and you can buy them either Amazon, Lowe's, or Home Depot both I'm familiar with here in the states. Priced around 10-15 lbs there or 10-15.00 here. Now with a light. I agree that rechargeable is and will always be more practical. But in your bag, you need to be functional anytime and anywhere light that'll take both a battery and recharging. Streamlight has that exact light. It is about 500 LMS, a few ounces, less than 3 inches with a key ring or paracord attached. 20-30 bucks. Knife. Kershaw makes a compact lightweight knife that's not only fully functional but light, and small. It's maybe 20-30.00. Cheaper on other sites I'm sure. Now we have all the tools, keys, lights, and knives under control we're missing a fully functional and practical solution to carrying it all plus what we normally carry. They sell a small compact carrying pouch. It can't only fit in your front or back pocket but also in any small hiking pack or the wife's purse. It does have a zipper "sorry Jamie" that's also waterproof. It has multiple compartments to keep everything secure and separated. I recommend the greenish color. It'll cost next to nothing for that. Plus with the money, you're saving you can add medical supplies like a bandage or button and thread etc. So you'll have less weight, and less tools and or gadgets. Oh, don't forget less than you both spent plus a higher quality. But I'm just an American that was born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains lol. Let me know what you guys think!

[@OutsideTheTargetDemographic]

"It's not as bright as this" *Hears Jamie's pupils SLAM shut from the brightness

[@JonGadget]

🤣🤣🤣

[@PedroBaele]

I vote for ... Hahaha my setup ... Victorinox Midnight Manager (pen, knife, scissors and light combo) about 50€, Maxpedition Micro Wallet about 23€, and a Nite Ize DoohicKey about 10€ Total about 83€ or 70£ Splurging budget: an extra Victorinox Waiter about 17€ for even more tools. Only recently rocking those 2 saks and the combination is so amazing

[@laimonasrake8367]

John's setup is much better thought through, experience shows. The pouch idea is great, but the zipper is an obvious point of failure, and it's just too expensive for what it is 🤷‍♂️ I'd go with: ¤ Victorinox Swisscard pouch as a wallet, real leather at £13, has clear window for ID and space for 2-3 cards easy. ¤ Nitecore Tiki for a flashlight, which is cheaper and has better functionality, including the "blind the attacker by instinctively holding the on button depressed" function, but also "mini camping light" function using auxiliary LED - up to £20 ¤ Victorinox Swisscard for a FIXED BLADE knife 🤣, there are few different tool options to choose to your liking too - up to £26 ¤ For keyring I use a loop of 2mm dyneema rope on magnet comparable with what John recomends, an idea I have picked up from one of Johns past product reviews btw. Great content nevertheless

[@marklaw8850]

Great episode, had me chuckling all the way through 😄 Voted for Jon's choice as I prefer my EDC lightweight and compact.

[@JonGadget]

Great choice Mark 😊

[@stantom100]

Loved everything shown UNTIL you got to the key rings ... I personally would not choose either of those ... the magnet style is a definite no freaking way ! ! ! The Titanium one .... Don't think I need a "super" metal for my keys ??? I'd prefer not losing one by some accidental slip off / disconnect

[@masonr1666]

At $45, a Slimmy T1SO is a better option for a wallet in my humble opinion. It stays nice and organized and you don't have to take the wallet out in order to use it.

[@JonGadget]

not sure we have that on Amazon here.....

[@OreoDave]

So fun. Jon's tool and key ring. Jamie's wallet and flashlight. Jamie would have had my vote if he went with the Nite Eyes s ring, instead of that massive thing.

[@JonGadget]

Very expensive too!

[@elstevobevo]

I gave up on Rovyvon. More functionality comes with complexity. If you use the pocket visor clip in your pocket, your seatbelt will take it off. The battery door never stayed shut on mine. Eventually I just wrapped tape over the clip and battery door. O-light is better because of it’s philosophy.

[@JonGadget]

I do love the functionality - the USB-C versions are improved

[@adawolf9483]

Wallet: Jamie. Flashlight: Jon. Knife: Jamie. Keyring: Jamie. I don't mind the size of the Torro wallet, the Rovyvon has more modes/functions and the same argument goes for the Cadet, the carabiner I can clip it to my pants' belt loop. Personally I wouldn't carry everything in one pack like the security wallet, because if I lose it I lose everything. Great video!, this vs videos are always so much fun to watch.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@johnelder4273]

Have to go with Jamie's wallet (because I'm not about to carry a purse) and knife (because the Alox Cadet is excellent and I love the nail file) Jon's flashlight (solely because it's rechargable albeit more complicated) and Jamie's keyring (although I just use a simple $2 steel ring myself because it cannot fail). Great topic and banter, well done!

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the great feedback 😊

[@kingsford73]

I own and carry a victorinox cadet, and a olight 1R2. But there is usually an olight S1R Baton 2 In my rucksack, and a Baton 3 on the bed side table. The man purse with a zip, although secure, loosing that you'll be loosing a wallet knife, all in one go. Putting all your eggs in one basket, could be a bad idea.

[@JonGadget]

thanks for the feedback John 👍

[@mrjoshua6979]

Love these type videos. I gotta go with Jon on all items. The wallet the light the magnet and new to me knife which I will be ordering is all a win.

[@JonGadget]

Great to hear 👍

[@JPBTheLegend]

Jon has my vote. I use a Rovyvon flashlight and the Keysmart key ring.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

Whereas I watch this channel because Jon’s speech soothes me since my doctor cut off the ol’ Xanax scrip I’m going with Jamie. For the first time. And only time. I’ve already had my zipper wallet phase & living in the Pacific Northwest my lifestyle requires a bit chunkier key ring & knife choice. Jon’s Victorinox Bantam is too thin for my taste. I’d give it to Jon on the pen light, however (for the exact same reasons that I choose Jamie’s wallet, SAK and key ring. Current lifestyle is a bit less glass elevator and a bit more logging truck. Great video 👍🏼

[@JonGadget]

Soothing content will be resumed next week 😊

[@hengis73]

What's the one thing you would upgrade? To me any wallet has to have RFID blocking so I went trayvax

[@TBEDC]

Awesome video..I hope you do more of these challenges and budget EDC videos…Thank you for sharing!

[@BobBesco]

Never will I give up my zippy-thing edc pocket purse! Great video, you two! More like it, please.

[@maxlvledc]

The two of you are hysterical

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Dom - we had fun with that one 😁

[@luminousbit]

The banter and trolling is top notch! Love some good natured ribbing!

[@JonGadget]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kUdtiHaEX]

My vote goes to Jamie.

[@JonGadget]

I can't believe it 😳

[@IceToTheThird]

Absolutely great video. Cracked me up more than once.

[@AandB1998]

Wallet: Jamie. Flashlight: Jon. Knife: Jamie. Key ring: Jon. Although I do like that everything goes into the zipper compartment (coin pouch). I have yet to make the jump to front pocket carry for a wallet. What is your opinion of a Flipside 4?

[@alanlee2751]

Very entertaining! Great fun, and probably an honourable “draw” Hate Jon’s purse, and wouldn’t go near Jamie’s titanium ship’s anchor.🙂

[@koudacyen]

If you have to unzip a wallet, its a purse. £80 for a flap of leather? And £45 for purse? You're insane. You won with the torch AND it was cheaper, bloody brilliant.

[@JonGadget]

I prefer 'security wallet' to purse 🤣

[@swe_nurse8121]

It's hardly just a "flap of leather" though. The Wingback is a handmade wallet made with high quality, hand selected leather. Worth it? That's merely a personal choice. For me it is (I don't own the Wingback though, but similar wallets with similar quality).

[@koudacyen]

@@swe_nurse8121 I could buy the tools and a piece of leather and make it myself for less than £80

[@swe_nurse8121]

@@koudacyen sure, if you're a leather maker go ahead. If you are you should already have the tools though. If you're not you might end up with something roughly resembling a wallet for the same price. Maybe. And thats not counting the hours making it and designing it. People often underestimate the level of work, dedication and skill that goes into something handmade like that.

[@koudacyen]

@@swe_nurse8121 Look up leather wallet making on KZbin, it isn't that hard, simple and homemade things are better because you can said "I made that" Even if you have to make a few before it looks professional.

[@rubensandstrom6824]

In terms of torch it’s easy ones usb c and ones not apart from that I’m split 50/50

[@babyneon]

I just got the tombow air press because of one of your videos. It's cheap and cool. Wish it was wider tip but it's pretty cool. Thanks! Louisiana USA!

[@sng2225]

Honestly I can't pick a winner except this is the most entertaining video I've seen. Jamie is great to counter-balance.

[@jjordii71]

Yes, I did have a good time with both of you... Thanks for sharing!

[@JonGadget]

Our pleasure!

[@nigelbarker8726]

I carry the Bantam Alox. But I like it because it slips in my pocket and is very easy to get to. Keeping it in a purse just seems a bit awkward. I don't like Victorinox key rings either. They are in exactly the right place to dig into your hand when using the knife. I have an Al Olight, but I like that Rovyvon. I have an old man's bifold wallet that my daughter had made for me by a leather worker. And she got my initials stamped inside, so I won't be switching to the purse. I've got a mini carabiner key ring so I can switch house key and gate remote between vehicles. However, I do like the magnetic key rings, they are way cool.

[@peteaskham145]

Brilliant video gents! Really enjoyable content......some good suggestions on both your lists. It's definitely a purse though 😉😂.

[@JonGadget]

Much appreciated! (security wallet....)

[@whisperzzar3321]

Yeah, Its a purse Jon......

[@JonGadget]

What!!!! never 🤣

[@gabrielviveiros6272]

Agree

[@lukakaps9548]

Nobody would see that and think "damn that's an interesting wallet" even though Jon thinks the bifold is so boring. You would see that bellroy and think "damn, that man has got a purse"

[@TheTerryMarsh1]

* Cardholder - I'm about to look into this. My existing wallet (rather like the Torro) is too bulky. No way I'll spend more than £20 on a cardholder though. * Torch - not EDC for me in town, but when hiking or cycling I use my rechargeable cycle lamp. * Knife - I have a couple of promotional freebies which have worked well for years. * Keyring - free. Other essential (for me) EDC not mentioned in this video: * reading glasses, case, lens cleaning cloth * small notepad, pens, pencil * mobile phone * solar powered watch * cards - bank, loyalty, business * cash * tissues * carrier bag * extra layer to wear if weather turns cold or wet.

[@hardleydangerousmaun]

Excellent work! Love the banter

[@tomabbott9653]

I vote Jamie. You guys are hilarious, had me belly-laughing more than once. I am always looking for budget gear or just repurposing what I already have, so I’m very price-averse.

[@Cavush]

Ummm, difficult choice really, because I like items from either picks. I actually have an Olight i1r EOS, and have been using it for years now. Brilliant light. I like the bellroy wallet, though I don’t really like the specific zip style they use. I think a YKK one would be better. I like the cadet more, the magnetic key ring, and I am using those s-biners, just not on my key ring. So really a mix of everything for me 😅

[@JonGadget]

That's OK - good feedback

[@arqrok]

Vote for Jon !!, from México!!

[@JonGadget]

Hurray 🙏

[@CooperThomas92]

EDC videos in the US: fixed blades, guns, tasers EDC videos in the UK: practical tools for everyday living Great video!

[@negolfman]

Is either of the rechargeable batteries replaceable on the torch?

[@Jennifer-nz2ss]

Jon, I have all of yours but the wallet! Love it💜 but I do have a purple wallet that's dyed leather and does zip like yours.

[@JonGadget]

sounds perfect 😊

[@thedeaderer8791]

Both of those. Wallets are terrible but Jaimie Def won Jon that "wallet" is just a No and I have the ir2 pro on my key chain and I love it its a great light I use it as a backup light but still it's good so I like Jaimies pick on the lights too although the rovivon is Def a nicer flashlight

[@steves1749]

Great comedy show. Oh and some EDC gadgets.

[@mdascoota4293]

Jon, you are not being fair on the knife 😂😂you always want scissors in it 🤣

[@JonGadget]

I know - compromises for this one!

[@bobknob9196]

loved the hilarious banter and being able to add constructive thoughts about edc make this vid a gem..more please :)

[@korgan7779]

I think the one thing we can all agree on here is that Victorinox needs to bring back the 84mm Scissors.. Jamie on the Wallet (unless you're Canadian with Loony and Twoonies), Jon on the Light, Tie on the knife, Jon on the "Keyring"

[@jwhitehouse100]

I’ve just switched to a Rovyvon and I have to say it’s 100 times better than the nearest Olight option, so that for me wins that, had a Bantum also a great bit of kit but always found I wanted more tools, a key chain is blah to me but a great clip to watch. Well done

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@murdock5537]

Very entertaining video, thank you! 😊 The Alox Bantam is indeed an option over the Alox Cadet. But when it comes to weight and volume, why not take the Rambler? It is comparable in weight to the Bantam, but it is much smaller - and has additional functions: toothpick, tweezers, scissors, a PH screwdriver magnetic (!), and an nail file. On top: it has a bottle opener and a wire stripper as well. Who needs a can opener today?

[@JonGadget]

good point - although for this one I wanted super slim

[@rabadabadoo491]

Brilliant vid lads 👏 Jamie has it with the wallet & knife I reckon. John you easily took the torch but I don't like either key option im afraid 🤣 Great stuff, cheers 🍻 Oh that purse is honkin by the way, if I took that out in the pub I'd rightly get destroyed by my mates 😅

[@zacdredge3859]

Sorry Jon but Jamie definitely won here. Granted you might get that "security wallet" a little cheaper if you asked your grandmother to part with hers and Jamie did needlessly overspend on the keyring, but aside from the torch where I'd give Jon a slight lead Jamie was overall the better budget selection. The Bantam being smaller doesn't appeal to me when you're well within pocket knife territory regardless and I wonder if its thin cross section is actually less ergonomic when cutting things.

[@JonGadget]

😮😆

[@Northanteus]

It really is subjective, so all I can say is what I would prefer for me: Wallet - Jon I like zip closing for security to keep all items inside. I have a zipping key wallet right now, so not far from what Jon has here!☺️ Torch (flashlight in American 😉) - Jon I love the 56 hour duration! Plus strobe mode is good for certain situations. Doesn't hurt to have it built in! Knife - Jamie More capability with more tools is what I always prioritize, even if a little thicker in size! Keyring - Jamie I love that it's titanium, so it's really tough, thus way more versatile, being able to hang more weight on it if you had to use it unconventionally. I grew up watching MacGyver on TV back in the 80s. Using any tool unconventionally as a secondary option is like second nature to my mind. 😉

[@Northanteus]

If I were forced to pick one, I'd go with Jon's. I just need that security of zipping pouch to keep small items inside! The 56 hr. flashlight is really great for emergencies!

[@stevenhodgson834]

Big fan of the Olight i1R2 range - I have an EOS which is still USB micro, but that's not a problem because I only need to charge it once every month or so. Will never come accidentally come on in the pocket - even temporarily - and throws out enough light for a keychain torch. Great videos, enjoying the interplay and different approaches - more please!

[@JonGadget]

Great to hear 👍

[@jakmaneditzp]

I had that olight key torch and it broke almost instantly. It doesn’t hold up to being beaten around on a key chain.

[@JonGadget]

Rovyvon is a good one 👍

[@labellaescrima1996]

My vote goes to Jamie, he bought good EDC and I also prefer the wallet to the small security purse Jon bought, I also prefer Jamie's knife to Jon's as for the torch I preferred again Jamie's choice. So yeah Jamie 100%...way to go Jamie! Jon's security wallet reminds me of my grandmothers purse which as a bit bigger and always had a lot of things in it.

[@tam13164]

I use those 'pull-apart keyrings'. Where you press a button and it releases. Magnets always make me nervous. You can buy packs of them on amazon.

[@marcusthomas2999]

Y’all are very funny 😄! I like Jon’s set up!

[@JonGadget]

Horay! 😊

[@chriss3886]

So with prices as of 8/6/22: Topo Micro Bag (wallet) - $14.95 ThruNite Archer Mini (torch) - $25.99 SAK Compact (knife) - $48.16 Keysmart S-biner (Keychain) - $4.99 Keysmart Nano Clip (bonus) - $4.99 total: $99.08

[@dharshanarumugam5822]

Jon definitly beats Jamie with the light and keyring but Jamie beats Jon with the knife and wallet in my opinion. Hence its honestly a draw for me.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@wildairsoft1]

Jamies wallet choice was a clear winner IMO.

[@jimmeek8621]

Can’t vote, because I wasn’t impressed with either selection. I carry a RovyVon A1x with a SAK Rambler and one of the things I learned carrying the Rambler is how often it’s helpful to file a rough spot on a fingernail (sorry Jon); you can trim fingernails with the scissors in a pinch, as well as having small Phillips and flathead screwdrivers. The same mini s-binder has a small Fox40 micro whistle, a NiteIze Doohickey (great help removing staples or getting into plastic packaging), all for less than 3 oz. and about $50. I use at least one thing in it every day!

[@charlesdudek7713]

Great video! You guys are funny together.

[@JonGadget]

many thanks for the feedback - glad you enjoyed it

[@Komplexitet]

Wallet = Jamie. Light = Jon. Knife = Jamie. Key ring = Jon. It's a draw!

[@JonGadget]

Sounds fair 👍

[@skreeog]

About the wallet, i prefer the amazon one, i wouldn't use the two posh ones. But i personally use a SLIM made in Italy card holder/Wallet. Search for it, you will probably like it :D

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Andrea

[@shapelessbb]

Jamie for the win. Team Jamie

[@jooky5]

“Is that a little makeup bag?” 😂😂😂😂

[@springfield417]

James for the WIN!!!

[@JonGadget]

😳