20 EDC items for Unbeatable Gifts under $10, $20, and $50

[@Leviathan9173]

Really wish Victorinox had more tools without a knife. The fact that planes don't allow knifes i am always amazed there are so few options from the big companies.

[@nickaudette3315]

Agreed! I never fly but I think an alox pioneer X without blade would kill. 2 layer Victorinox with scissors, can opener, and flat head/pry bar would be incredible.

[@maxlvledc]

10000%

[@corbenj]

Even apart from flying, a knifeless Victorinox would probably be on my wish list. Out of the 5 I’ve got, 3 have never had their knives used. The two that have were due to me finding a reason to specifically use it. Strangely though, I still refer to them as my “knives” 🤔

[@Pritam043]

​@@maxlvledcPlease review Lever Gear Edge XT Utility Blade Multitool

[@deykno87]

Just put the knife in a checked bag

[@vickiignaszak5041]

Great video. I do think it's important to mention that in order to use the fisher space pen cartridge in the f701, you do need to trim the spring a tiny bit. It's not hard to do with some wire cutters but it is a modification you need to do otherwise the pen doesn't click very well.

[@dalenlotterhand6137]

Vid link plz?

[@TismFishing]

Best video I’ve seen for a edc gift guide. Good job at presenting the information and products correctly.

[@maxlvledc]

Trying...I feel like I repeated myself a lot 😅

[@elduendeoscuro]

The Victorinox Jetsetter is perfect to be combined with the cadet.

[@maxlvledc]

That's true...never considered it. It feels like a perfect compliment to a ton of tools

[@chrisbird4913]

Iv used this pry bar to get screws and nails out of pumptruck (trolly dolly) wheels and the limiting factor has always been finger strength + leaver point. That thing is solid af.

[@donnadanielsen9411]

I watched this whole video, it’s really nice and interesting 😊

[@paulstevens1493]

I did my first ever mod on a Jetsetter, swapping the tweezer scale for sapphire pen scale. It’s a great little tool!

[@mhsvz6735]

Great video, thanks! Nite ize doohickey and Victorinox Jetsetter are in my collection and used often. Also the Victorinox Deluxe Tinker has been a daily carry for about 20 years. Can’t beat Victorinox for EDC.

[@eddiepates]

17:01as a maintenance tech I like using the cork screw for pulling out plastic wall anchors when I’m working on turning vacant apartments

[@maxlvledc]

Omg. Great idea!

[@simonwilliamson4375]

Your EDC gear is magnificent! Very inspiring and appreciated! Thank you!

[@frostriver4547]

I carry a Victorinox Mini Champ daily. Got one for a friend this year for just under $50. Also, got my son a Champ for about $70. Great gifts for any guy

[@acbigal]

That Aurora A3 flashlight has a EXTREMELY useful feature that I personally love! That reverse pocket clip works fantastic for a hat clip to use hands free. I'm a mechanic so I use the slightly larger knipix cobras and a olight flashlight with double position clip ATM but I might have to get the A3 now that I saw it.

[@matthewhebbert9712]

The Rovyvon U4 Pro Ti is my absolute favorite keychain s-biner. It is perfect for me. I can't imagine switching it out for anything else currently available. I also love and carry the Hoto tool, the Jetsetter, and various Rovyvon lights (the Angel Eyes E3+ is my current favorite keychain carry)

[@finkreghgrimfrost3010]

I have the Casio AE1200, best watch ever. I replaced the orange leds with blue on the left and red on the right, it looks gorgeous when the two combine into purple. Also I replaced the strap for a leather band and I'm going to replace the case and faceplate for stainless steel. I highly recomend this watch, really, if you have some money and want a cheap and cool looking watch - go for it.

[@maxlvledc]

Omg all those mods are possible?!?!?

[@willwetherington]

I have used the cork screw on mine to screw into the end of a pole to use the knife of the saw. It does help to wrap bank line or Paracord around it fro stability, though

[@pev9950]

Yes, Nextool Mini Sailor is a great little multitool! I ended up buying one for each of my brothers, really useful

[@TBSxDRUMS]

That hat actually made me exclaim "whoa" out loud when I saw the SAK stored in the bill. That's really neat. Too bad I have a small head and most hats (men's AND women's) don't fit me lol. But some of this other stuff I might save for future consideration, especially the Knipex and the NexTool mini plier multitool. I've been daily carrying a Super Tinker SAK for about 11 years and agree that it's a super-useful tool for just about anybody, but the Classic SD is another great fit for the MOST general gifting purposes. People who don't ever carry tools, who never seem to need more than to open a package. Plenty of personalization there as well so you can match the scales to the recipient's favorite color or theme. Just bought two for my mom and sister for Christmas so they can stash easily in a purse, makeup bag, or drawer without taking up much space.

[@TBSxDRUMS]

I've also had the Nite Ize Doohickey on me every day for most of this year, but I haven't used it once...I find it hard to give it some kind of purpose. Plus, I just kinda forget it's there lol it's very slim and short.

[@sharaleepierce4223]

One of the best evaluation of tools I have reviewed. Thanks.

[@TheRealDraigen77]

I've carried the Zebra F701 for the past 16 years, never leave home without it.

[@predathor558]

There were Victorinox glasses and I was absolutely amazed, because it had many tools and because I have myopia so it would be absolutely amazing...but didnt realized that it was on Aprils fools day...😭

[@josephlopes4477]

What are use for my keys is a 40 sized chain half link at holds anywhere from 4 to 6 keys depending how many washers you put on it and I think it looks better than a regular key organizer

[@Skobeloff...]

14:15 I think no one talks about the jetsetter because it is underwhelming with only 2 included tools (plus the tweezers and wooden toothpick), I imagine they have other tools that are travel safe that could have been included?

[@maxlvledc]

nope, its a ghost town when it comes to bladeless tools.

[@Skobeloff...]

@@maxlvledc A blade is definitely one of the most useful tools, but I would have assumed the travelsafe market was big enough to draw more attention. It would be very interesting to know sales numbers for each Victorinox model, along with time on the market .

[@snickersnee15]

The Oknife Otacle is sooo good mate. I bought two. The carbon fiber version is really gorgeous and the fit and finish is awesome.

[@awgnaw]

I'll take a look at that Rovyvon torch and Nextool mini sailor, though I do have the Victorinox Nail Clip 580 (I often use the nail clipper and scissors) and Lumintop EDC15 on my keychain, which makes it too heavy.

[@Hexsyn]

I love how even the deep pocket watch snobs still seem to love casio :)

[@MkGreene]

I've been EDCing the F301 pen for a long time now. Fits perfect right beside the leatherman bit extender in the side pocket of my Skinth Solutions XL Shield. Might pick up the Wazoo cap for my brother in-law this Christmas. I caught that Knipex comment 😂

[@Spanky8402]

I love my Hoto driver. I ordered some Hompower Precision S2 Steel 4mm screwdriver bit set 38pcs Bits and it comes with a Phillips number 2 bit that I use all the time. If any of my Hoto bits go bad, I will replace them with this set. I might pick up a Hoto double bit set for bit backups as well. So far all of the bits have been holding up. I carry the Hoto driver with some 1/4 bits, with a bit wrench, 2 extensions in a pocket tool pouch, and my SOG Powerpint, when I am not working. I can get most issues solved with all of this. I also have a Victorinox Rambler and a Olight IR2 Pro on a locking carabiner, that I put on my belt lupe. I got a woman's phone number the other day, since I was able to find the screw with my light and tighten the screw with the Hoto driver. She is really beautiful. I am shocked that I pulled that off. I was my normal dorky self as well. 😆 🤣 😂 😅😅

[@Mmartins1097]

The most EDC video I've ever come across instead of selling me crap

[@markkogen5590]

Great video as always. Got the RovyVon U4 Pro recently. Love it!!!

[@peterwinthrop-h4v]

Thank you for this list. It is nice to see an EDC list that is full of easy to find gifts.

[@DocFishyyy]

Honestly one of the best actual EDC items that u can really use in a day to day basis. Very straightforward, OK price range and does the job. Amazing thank you for this.

[@maxlvledc]

Glad I could help

[@tylernewcomb6465]

I do event production, and I always have a SlideWinder in my pocket (and usually another one or two in my bag). I carry it because I don't mind lending it out, knowing that if it gets lost I can get another one for super cheap. I generally check a bag with my tools, but if you have access to razor blades on the other end of your flight, you could remove the blade and carry it on (but again, cheap if TSA decides they don't like it). I've even handed them out to colleagues who have said they like it, since it's so cheap and it helps build a better professional relationship. It's truly one of my all time favorite tools, and there's a lot of competition for that title.

[@lannylancaster62]

thanks for sharing....seems like many channels are over the top high end things most people would be afraid to damage. My priorities are light weight, simple, functional and affordable. I've always carried Victorinox knives of one kind or the other.

[@roundpaw]

Great video, really good suggestions. Liked seeing your EDC included at the end there, thought it was similar to mine then realised most of my stuff has been recommended in your vids at some point 😆

[@jist6953]

Thank you for a fantastic video. I have only recently found your channel, but every video i have marathoned of yours has such excellent content. Thank you for your service Sir!

[@maxlvledc]

glad you like it!

[@markduarte3807]

May be a dumb question but carrying the knipex do you still carry a plier based multi tool or what do you pair with it if anything

[@maxlvledc]

actually yes I do..I am still carrying the arc a lot of the time, but occasionally I switch to a folding knife. When I do I am missing very few features of a multitool at that point.

[@matthewhebbert9712]

Personally, I love having the Knipex XS with another plier. Very useful in circumstances where you have to grip two different nuts. Your mileage may vary. I carry a Leatherman Wave+ kit every day in my off pocket (the Wave, half of the bit kit, a bit extension, a 711L tiny ratchet, the XS Knipex pliers, a mini sharpie, a length of micro-paracord, and a small fishing magnet, all fit perfectly in the Wave pouch made to fit the full bit kit).

[@saidutube]

Fantastic Job with this video. Thanks SO much!!!! Greetings from Pataginia Chile!!!!!

[@unfi6798]

Merry Christmas & safe New Year mate.!

[@maxlvledc]

You too! It's summer atm there right??

[@unfi6798]

You bet.! Great time for fishing, swimming & diving etc. @@maxlvledc

[@IcyqtLoL]

Hi dom, have u flown with a knifeless setup of the goat tool yet?

[@maxlvledc]

No, don't have the guts..but I should try it.

[@TheStoyanbahchevanov]

Hi, I've just got actually a Super Tinker for £22 in the UK, from Amazon. Great deal. I've got it as a present for my daughter. Also I've been thinking fir some time to chop off the blade of my sd classic and go trogh tsa. I can find it aa cheap as £12 sometimes. I'll let you know if I do that. Great ideas for last minute present. Cheers👍

[@Antien-q1z]

This is a good video, practical stuff that is inexpensive yet still quality and useful day to day

[@jacobdavis2378]

My powerpint gets daily use, mine has been used so much since April its starting to lose some of the black coating in certain areas. I will be buying it again in the stainless and black just to have extras put away

[@onionman88]

My HOTO driver has been part of my edc for almost 2 years now, that thing is the real deal!

[@mcguckin13]

I have a SOG PowerLitre (I like my wine) and it's an amazing tool for such a tiny size. It's advantage over the PowerPint is the fold-out barb that locks the handles in place when using the bit holder. I carry it in an Olight Otacle A1 Mini that also holds card & cash, plasters, emergency meds, flat USB drive, Zebra eXpandz (great EDC pen for less than a tenner) and lastly an Olight i3t EOS. I have a bunch of rechargeable Olights but the ubiquity of AAAs makes it more versatile in an emergency.

[@Frandaman84]

This is the type of content i want in my suggestions

[@parthkhatri6591]

The Nextool is looking really good, might gift my buddy one.

[@farmking5088]

Great gift ideas thanks! I have and tried the small cobra's but went back to my 4 and 5" vise grips, they work the best for farming.

[@Reshy00]

Got a powerpint for $32 in ali express cause of you lol. Currently breaking it in since it was the black one and not as smooth as the silver one

[@kaizoebara]

You nailed the KN in Knipex, but the I is slightly longer; it's not a short vowel. ;) Greetings from Germany

[@maxlvledc]

I'll work on it!

[@jhk88rph]

Great video! Merry Christmas!

[@anthonypeak1]

That arc edc carrier is exactly what i needed to hold my knipex and prybar!

[@JZL003]

Also consider cheap disposable gloves in your hat. Ive been working on sewing mini pockets in the bottom of my pants for a similar list (bandaids, earplugs, mask) and gloves are great for first aid or just dirty situations

[@JDR8]

I thought this for a while but now I know it for sure. First I thought your voice sounded like the LockpickLawyer...who is also Mark from Long Island Watch...and now, after you put the Royal in your EDC list - you must be all 3. Hahaha Great list and great content!

[@Flame_Core_Online]

i swear by the ae-1200, but putting it on a nato strap with the jaysandkays adapter and removing some lettering on the case is a must. absolutely everything can be modded on this bad boy: negative display, colored screen with gel filters, soldering in better/different colored leds, etc. there even is a stainless steel/sapphire glass case kit available online

[@maxlvledc]

I just spent 200 on a bunch of addons including full metal body with saphire glass

[@renegmw]

3 products caught my attention from your video, and just the one I was mostly considering to buy was the first one, the Slidewinder. But oh boy here in Amazon Spain is at 27 euros, cross out the list. The second one is at least decently priced (comparing with US) the Nextool Mini Sailor at 28 euros 👍🏼

[@reidranger175]

Upon your recommendation, I carry the SOG Powerpint in my jean 5th pocket. I got the black version off of AliExpress for just a little over $30. My wish for improvements on it would be a bigger Philips & Flathead screwdriver head on it, as well as a little mild pry bar (a better Flathead would double as this). The Nextool Philips & Flathead look bigger / better - are they?

[@maxlvledc]

Hmm, not sure. Both are not great. Powerpint has advantage because of bit driver.

[@StarDarkAshes]

What I always hate about a lot of those key systems such as the Bigfoot is that the large opening is always so unnecessarily huge. What are you going to put that on besides maybe a belt loop where it needs to be that big? And that’s the reason why I always stairway from things like that. If you look at it, it just looks like a toy almost. There’s like nothing sexy about it. Like if you think of some thing that dango would make for instance, it would never look anything like that. But it would definitely be overpriced.😂

[@MSkachenite]

Realy, I use that NITE IZE S- biners to attach my Victorinoh Signature Lite and the Leatherman Squirt to my keys. One S-biner is most expensive as to bought Big Foot with five S-biners. So I bought S- biners and left the Big Foot on the shelf. :) S-biners works well- I recomend them!

[@mcguckin13]

I like the look of that Wazoo Cache Cap. You could put ceramic baking beads in those velcro pockets, wouldn't even set off a metal detector. Y'know, for self defense!

[@louzher6968]

Wish I'd seen that Nite Ize Bigfoot for under $10 before I blew almost $40 on the RovyVon U4! 😅 One note about the U4: because it accepts 4mm bits, you can use all of the bits from the ROXON mini bit set that comes with many of their tools, such as the KS2 Elite, M2, M3, etc. I tested it out a little bit and they seem to work fine in the U4.

[@jwarehouse1]

I love the new Olight I3T 2...Much better and brighter than old version. I think it's now the best AAA light. Much simpler to use than Reylight Pineapple mini. Maratac has an even smaller AAA light with tail switch that is pretty good too....and can take a 10440....

[@akanwells4845]

Have you done a review of the xl or a comparison video of both Bolders?

[@maxlvledc]

I did! Love them both

[@akanwells4845]

@@maxlvledc maybe I missed it in your video list. Can you post a link please

[@dso]

Great list here. How do you get rid of the black residue that doesn't seem to stop coming off the Knipex?

[@maxlvledc]

No idea...it's a finish to prevent rusting.

[@johnherzel718]

The Casio Royal would be my EDC watch if it was available as a G-Shock. I’ve worn the G-Shock 5600e square for 2 years and haven’t killed it yet. That’s saying a lot as I do a lot of messy work (cabinet building, installing and demo) that eats watches and spits out the dead batteries! Love the world time and multiple alarms of the Royal, and it look’s good too!

[@grokusama]

Dude! Ive been carrying the jetsetter for travel and the keysmart nano key organizer for like a year or 2! I even upgraded to the leather version of the nano organizer, which in my opinion is better.

[@adawolf9483]

The Rovyvon E1 has hybrid dual battery power supply: rechargeable li-ion and AAA, 700 lumen and $26 dollar price with prime.

[@matthewhebbert9712]

I absolutely love the dual-fuel Rovyvons. I've carried the Angel Eyes E3+ on my keychain for quite a while, and I don't see myself changing it out for anything else anytime soon. Fantastic piece of kit.

[@maxlvledc]

Like it, but it's way bigger, and lower waterproof rating

[@JohnB551]

Does the sog powerpint fit inside either the front left or right pocket of the bolder xl wallet? Just wondering before I make the purhase, thanks. Hoping the powerpint fits in the left pocket because I put my olight baton 3 in the right pocket of the bolder xl.

[@maxlvledc]

100% does, but it's a little bulky

[@thomast6823]

The rovyvon keychain does actually now do a locking blade version. The only thing I would note, is that it is not perfectly safe clasp mechanism, I have had my keys fall out of it multiple times. Still like it a lot but you need to be careful!

[@maxlvledc]

What I've done is use the wide plastic key loop to lock everything in. No issues since.

[@Ray.J]

Funny how many of those items I already own. Good choices!

[@dudN8R]

love your content, your humility, and accessibility

[@maxlvledc]

I try. Those are very kind words

[@jamesfisher-v1c]

I like the medium point TOL pens

[@pretentiousname01]

My issue with the nite itz pry tool caribeaner thing is that the bottle cap lifter is pointy and jabs me when I reach into my pocket

[@maxlvledc]

Ah...I keep mine on belt loop..good point.

[@pretentiousname01]

@@maxlvledcthe one I have is different. The caribeaner side has a phillips on it. And the bottle opener part has a scalloped thing on it. Do I dont know if the others would have that same problem

[@Pritam043]

​@@pretentiousname01The one you have is called DoohicKey+ Multitool whereas the one shown in this video is DoohicKey. DoohicKey multitool is better than DoohicKey+

[@Quevision]

Very good video. I have the rovyvon flash light it's great

[@ch0rz0andegg5]

Great video! Subscribed!

[@isingbass]

26:35 What a combo!

[@johnwayman7046]

A little off topic, but have you had problems with the opening tab (on your swisstool mx or spirit mx) digging into your hand when using the implements.

[@maxlvledc]

Definitely..it's a bit annoying but still usable.

[@jack.charlesc4750]

I am waiting for the 2aaa nitecore

[@thelred-ph3lq]

The zebra F-701 isn't full metal. There is a plastic sleeve holding it together. Still a great pen.

[@sameeralazawee7524]

Really all very nice >>>>>> Thank you .

[@ljcam2220]

What’s your opinion on the nextool mini sailor scissors version?

[@maxlvledc]

I reviewed it in one of my gear of the week videos..scissors are awesome..but it's much worse than plier version.

[@adawolf9483]

If only Victorinox made a Jetsetter with the file/flat screwdriver or a Rambler without a blade, that would be perfect for flights.

[@pgmeier]

I have two Victorinox Ramblers. When I'm not traveling I use an unaltered version. I use another version when I'm traveling that I've snapped the blade off and filed down the rough edges. I think that the blade-less Rambler is a better Jetsetter as it adds a file and straight-head screwdriver.

[@Crangaso]

Love Wazoo Gear

[@tada6037]

Dominic, do you know if the crunch will fit into one of the arc wallets?

[@maxlvledc]

Yes, in the XL boulder

[@tada6037]

@@maxlvledc thanks

[@leowolfgang2831]

ive been looking at the F701 by zebra i will buy it know. oh question: what 10440 do you use for the i3t eos?

[@maxlvledc]

Vapecell is best

[@jeremyllewellyn]

What was the titanium looking thing in the arc that was shown but not described?

[@maxlvledc]

Ah, it's a vero engineering mini Fulcrum.

[@Exane22]

Great list! What's your thoughts on the Workpro driver vs the Hoto driver? Both are very similar in form and function. Thanks again for compiling all of this!

[@maxlvledc]

Hoto is a little better..but not much

[@vitogriffin8902]

The knurling on the zebra 701 is a little too much for regular use...the 402 is the pen to get. I went to pen college so you can trust my recommendation.

[@pretentiousname01]

In regards to that first olight. The Dragon and Phoenix together are a symbol of a happy marriage in Japanese culture

[@maxlvledc]

good to know!

[@AlphaPiggy]

Good hack for victorinox is most scales come with the slot for a pin so you can add it yourself

[@mattmacc]

Curious: what is the tool in the arc wallet?

[@maxlvledc]

Vero mini fulcrum

[@brettp_DO]

Where did you get the scales for the super tinkerer ??

[@maxlvledc]

Ali express

[@LarryGarfieldCrell]

Let us know the next time Wazoo has their grab bag. I may be interested this year. 🙂

[@maxlvledc]

Will do!

[@kunalsarkar8119]

I wonder what do people do with a tool in a plane ?

[@jamesfisher-v1c]

TOL pens are very good

[@elflakeador09]

A survival hat....sweet suffering Jesus, ive seen it all now😅😅😅😅

[@ian_strachs]

How often are people really, actually using the knipex adjustable pipe wrench in their daily lives? If it makes you happy then amazing, not knocking it, just seems a complrtely bizarre thing to see so many people carry around in their everyday lives

[@stujo718]

If only victorinox did a mini plier based tool. 🤔

[@bryanstone654]

Pair the Knipex Cobra xs with a Super Tinker and you don't need a one piece multi tool.

[@sameeralazawee7524]

Thanks

[@bob_the_bomb4508]

I think I’d be a bit more impressed by a review of the Big Foot Locker if it had been removed from the packaging…

[@maxlvledc]

I have like 6...but none of them had all of their s-biners with them