it feels like prepping and survival is becoming a rich peoples hobby i carry a 30 dollar knife 20 dollar flash light and a wealth of knowledge and im prepared
As an ex-military guy I'll say this - you've probably never had to leverage your survival on that $20 knife. Take it to the field for a week and you might find its weakness. But if you don't - then you WIN bc you get to keep the change. Ha ha. :) #rockon
A lot of people seem to overlook eye protection. I've had times when I've been driving along with the window open and nearly copped a stone in my eye, from the wheels of another vehicle. I started thinking of better sunnies, than regular ones and had a look at what they wear in the military. I ended up getting a pair of ESS Crossbow sunglasses. They have ballistic resistant lenses that can take the pellets of a shotgun from ten feet away. They also wrap around with very little space for any bits of grit to get in between the lenses and my eyes.
Im a huge fan of the brigadier. Nice phone, tough as nails. mine has been through pure hell, still works great. And heavy enough to use as a blunt weapon.
iTheGeek It has a Qualcomm octo-core MSM8952 chip, and it does all work-related stuff without stuttering. It's faster than my previous LG G3. Why do you need speed? I'm not going to play games on this thing; media and otherwise, play just fine. The CAT S60 is an outdoor enthusiast's dream.
Good review. I also carry the LCP custom in the hottest months here in Florida when I can't conceal a larger handgun. When I can carry a little bigger I go with my M&P Shield IWB carry.
i never change out my knife and my watch too for that matter i always carry an odgreen/satin 551 griptilian with a wavemod cut into it and a solarpowered gshock mudman the knife i switch out from time to time is my backup knife nice video dude
Ben, just purchased a new set of lenses for my Arnette's from Fuse lenses there on Amazon. I went with the Carl zeiss fuse+ lenses because they had more features like improved clarity. The removal of old lenses and installation of new were simple and cost was 44$ with shipping. The lenses start at 25$ for the entry level ones with less features. I am definitely happy with them and at a third of the cost of new glasses. Just fyi.
Again a good no nonsense review of the gear, my personal preference for watch is analog, my old army G10 watch, my phone is i phone 4s with griffin survivor case, it's more stable and even now upgrades to latest IOS, as for weapon I use Sig SAUER 226 but with no holster, I prefer to feel it against my body, only exception is the three extra mags I carry in my trousers, the knife I carry on a lanyard is the Swiss Army Pocket Knife as issued to Swiss armed services, as I live in Europe I practices minimal technology in my EDC but I have to say yet again you have showed your choices are expensive but they are the very best for your EDC, good to see someone who is not blowing someone else's whistle, but there own and it works big time.
I totaly get what you were saying about phone cases. I found the otterbox commute or commuter or something like that is really good, it's not huge and bulky, it's pretty low profile but it offers really good protection, i drop my phone all the time haha.
Maybe down the line. It doesn't seem all that different than the others from Nitecore like the Tube and I'm not sure I like the form factor for a brighter light as opposed to the EagleTac 025C i carry in my pocket. Keychain light doesn't really need that many lumens IMO.
Curious on why you chose the Ruger lcp custom when I see you like your S&W in a larger caliber. Why not a bodyguard 380 instead of the Ruger in the hotter part of the year?
Nice setup Ben . One of my spydercos I have would go great with your edc. It's the chaparral 4 , carbon fiber version (nice lil knife). Also one thing to consider is you can replace your Garmin watch with the Samsung gear s3 ! It can do all the things you mentioned on the Garmin except you can talk and text without even having it tethered to your phone which means if you don't want to lug around the big ass phone, you don't have to, and... boom , you're out ! That's what I'm scooping up this month :) Stay safe my man !
They're say 4 days buy that's probably with moderate use. The battery is bigger on this one than their previous gear s2 which is nice. You can choose between the classic or frontier. The classic is classy of coarse and the Frontier is more outdoorsy and rugged, that's the one I'm gonna handle! Check out UA-cam vids on them. I think they start selling them this Friday, presales were 2 weeks ago if you were lucky enough. I think the battery is rated at 380 mah if I'm not mistaken. Let me know what u think, peace!
Does your eagletac d25c over heat or get extremely hot? I've had mine for about 4 months and now it gets extremely hot within about 30 seconds of being on.
+Kokus Nuss That is contrary to all crime statistics. Crime goes down as more law abiding citizens own and carry guns. More criminals with guns is of course a bad thing but those guys will always have guns. The presence of guns does not inherently make a community more dangerous, yet does have the opposite effect.
I see other edc and I know everyone is different. But I must say I love my flashlight that is a thin yet long one. Almost like a pencil. With a proud button, and easy to pull in and out of the pocket. But I see everyone using a flashlight that is short and thick. I think I must try one.
Awesome! I also have an All Black EDC, I'd love if keybar made a slightly longer version, because I have those long keys and had to make my own aluminum keybar style organizer. it came out pretty good, but I'd love to have a carbon fiber/titanium one. BTW Same Zippo Bros!👊
oh yeah, i currently carry a zero tolerance 0620cf. it has the carbon fiber and titanium and i love it. there is too much cool gear out there to carry boring stuff.
I was impressed by the Thunderbird lighter insert but sadly They are only available via import from the USA to the UK and Brexit has hammered the exchange rate and postage is astronomical for them. Does anyone know of a world wide brand of something similar?
it is nice to invest in a good custom made leather holster, i cant stand that hard stuff anymore i got spoiled the first time I bought one now I have 3 custom leather holsters. You need to find a good leather shop though but you will pay for it. I paid 139 for mine but for what some holsters cost you may as well have one made !
Iraq/AfghanVet85, thank you for your service, making your own high quality holster is simple-checkout a leather craft store and watch a couple of videos, you'll enjoy it!
I actually thougt this video was about everyday carry TOOLS. Not guns.... Since when do you lose rights, by not using them? That logic makes no sense...
Thomas Elbo Jensen Fair enough, but carrying guns is not just about self defense. You're also making a statement by doing so. It's almost akin to holding up signs fighting for rights. Why did you comment in the first place? Because you wanted to make a statement and because you can. If you didn't comment what's the point of even having a comment section? Same with guns.
"I do have insurance on it (the phone) should it drop so Im not too worried about it" Yeah in case you need to call emergency, see a map or anything, insurance wont do you much good if you drop your phone without a protective case
Where is your armor if you carry a weapon ? Maybe put on as button compass on the watchband. Think they sell a Carbon Fiber Case for the smart phones and put a twenty dollar bill ($20.00 USD) hidden in the case. (Or phone numbers if the battery goes dead.) Some armor fits in a Go Bag/Get Home Bag/Computer Bag... Thank you for the video ! tjl
I was having a sensitive eye issue, did some research and found the sunglasses (high end Maui Jim) were bad for my eyes. I Stopped wearing them, problem solved. Now only use them when driving into the sun.
if you really want a minimalist "wallet" go with a hair band that is folded over once and slide your cards/cash into it. As a minimalist it's annoying hearing people say that whatever slim or sleek product is minimal when most times they arent
it feels like prepping and survival is becoming a rich peoples hobby i carry a 30 dollar knife 20 dollar flash light and a wealth of knowledge and im prepared
nothing wrong with that. i have gear in all price levels and rotate a lot.
ok to be honest im a little jealous too 😆
As an ex-military guy I'll say this - you've probably never had to leverage your survival on that $20 knife. Take it to the field for a week and you might find its weakness. But if you don't - then you WIN bc you get to keep the change. Ha ha. :) #rockon
Knowledge is key. You dont need a $100.00 knife. I agree.
Casual Preppers Podcast 110%
Hey your video is the #1 video suggesting my EDC video, and i'm glad it is because this is done so well! Awesome content, subbed!
Talon Sei hey talon
Hi talon
Just stumbled upon your channel. So far I'm digging it
thanks.
yep
A lot of people seem to overlook eye protection. I've had times when I've been driving along with the window open and nearly copped a stone in my eye, from the wheels of another vehicle. I started thinking of better sunnies, than regular ones and had a look at what they wear in the military. I ended up getting a pair of ESS Crossbow sunglasses. They have ballistic resistant lenses that can take the pellets of a shotgun from ten feet away. They also wrap around with very little space for any bits of grit to get in between the lenses and my eyes.
An iPhone? Take a look at the CAT S60. Most rugged phone available currently; and waterproof down to 5 meters. I have it and it's all I could ask for.
REVIGOR
It's not exactly a great phone compared to iPhone and Samsung it's just durable.
Im a huge fan of the brigadier. Nice phone, tough as nails. mine has been through pure hell, still works great. And heavy enough to use as a blunt weapon.
iTheGeek It has a Qualcomm octo-core MSM8952 chip, and it does all work-related stuff without stuttering. It's faster than my previous LG G3. Why do you need speed? I'm not going to play games on this thing; media and otherwise, play just fine.
The CAT S60 is an outdoor enthusiast's dream.
Good review. I also carry the LCP custom in the hottest months here in Florida when I can't conceal a larger handgun. When I can carry a little bigger I go with my M&P Shield IWB carry.
Great video Ben. Are you particular on the style of pants you wear for EDC or do you just roll with jeans?
EDC Oakley oil rig, cold steel recon 1, gshock military, nitecore mh20gt. my favorites within logical spending parameters.
Great EDC! I actually found your channel from your watch! I absolutely LOOOOOOVE my Garmin Fenix 3!!
yeah great watch.
Like the kit. From a fellow Fenix user, would like to know what the name of that watchface is?
Check out the Peel cases for basic protection. They are crazy thin and awesome.
Thank you Ben for an excellent lesson. Love the zippo.
Great lineup, Ben. Thanks for sharing and greetings from Pittsburgh. Laura
i never change out my knife and my watch too for that matter
i always carry an odgreen/satin 551 griptilian with a wavemod cut into it and a solarpowered gshock mudman
the knife i switch out from time to time is my backup knife
nice video dude
Nice setup. Try the UAG line of cases.
Nice change up Ben! Good stuff buddy!
Great Video,can you tell me from where can i buy Garmin o'clock
amazon.
Thanks
Living Survival you bought the keybar to cut down the key rattle but doesn't it rattle with your car key attached?
Hey, you had a different knife on the cover image for this video... what was it? Just curious, thanks!
brous silent soldier
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Ben, just purchased a new set of lenses for my Arnette's from Fuse lenses there on Amazon. I went with the Carl zeiss fuse+ lenses because they had more features like improved clarity. The removal of old lenses and installation of new were simple and cost was 44$ with shipping. The lenses start at 25$ for the entry level ones with less features. I am definitely happy with them and at a third of the cost of new glasses. Just fyi.
I've heard of them before. I will probably order them. Thanks.
eagletac d25c yup! your carbon setup is very nice!
thanks jacob
how are you not going to have a life proof case on your phone?! if your phone is as important as you say it is, you'd have a case on it.
Life Proof cases are garbage. Over priced piece of plastic.
Rusty shackleford just like the phone itself
Phone fell 4 stories and landed on the corner. Nothing happened to it. Lifeproof saved my phone. Still waterproof.
Is there a flashlight like this but without a program installed?
Check out d-brand. They make vinyl skins for the iPhone that protects it a little more and it's less than a mm thick. They also make carbonfiber skins
Great video,Ben
Thanks for the vid. Is there a buckle option that isn't metal or a titanium buckle. I was just wondering if the buckle on that belt is carbon fiber?
Articulate, bright, and sharp. Great presentation!
Semper Fi
thank you Robert.
great setup and EDC
Great EDC setup, Bro! :)
Have you consider adding a whistle? Or have you removed them from your EDC and if so, why? Thank you!
Just found your channel. Nice job. Also you have one of the sharpest well lit videos I've ever seen. What camera do you use?
canon g7x and 80d.
You need to try the element case spector or black ops. Best case ever, Very minimal and tough.
how is this an epic edc without a multitool??
It really depends on the person, but I think most should at least have like a little leatherman squirt
Ethan Creech squirts are junk
k den, I don't have experience with it, just saying at least a small one, doesn't have to have 37 different tools or anything, just something simple.
A squirt is better than nothing at all. just saying
Very nice edc setup. Been thinking about getting that watch.
DO IT!
Have you used the Grip6 belt? that's what yours reminded me of
Again a good no nonsense review of the gear, my personal preference for watch is analog, my old army G10 watch, my phone is i phone 4s with griffin survivor case, it's more stable and even now upgrades to latest IOS, as for weapon I use Sig SAUER 226 but with no holster, I prefer to feel it against my body, only exception is the three extra mags I carry in my trousers, the knife I carry on a lanyard is the Swiss Army Pocket Knife as issued to Swiss armed services, as I live in Europe I practices minimal technology in my EDC but I have to say yet again you have showed your choices are expensive but they are the very best for your EDC, good to see someone who is not blowing someone else's whistle, but there own and it works big time.
thank you.
good video man, don't let all these haters discourage you. I like that you put the links to all your items!
Sweet edc, how do you like the silent soldier for everyday use?
One of your best review vids to date, very informative. Thanks for doing it.
thanks.
good video love the knives and flashlight, keyfob.
Nice. I had to pause the video to get in on the BadgerStrap belt.
great item.
I totaly get what you were saying about phone cases. I found the otterbox commute or commuter or something like that is really good, it's not huge and bulky, it's pretty low profile but it offers really good protection, i drop my phone all the time haha.
Everything looks brand new. Do you ever use any of the gear?
nope, I spit shine it all at night and sleep with it under my pillow.
Have you ever considered for a good holster the urban carry 2?
Have you tried the Otterbox cases for your Iphone 6s+? I have one on my 7+. Works well, not too bulky.
i have twice and twice it broke.
Beautiful vid, any chance you could review the Nitecore thumb and TIP 360 you're the only person i trust with flashlight reviews.
Maybe down the line. It doesn't seem all that different than the others from Nitecore like the Tube and I'm not sure I like the form factor for a brighter light as opposed to the EagleTac 025C i carry in my pocket. Keychain light doesn't really need that many lumens IMO.
I'm diggin' that belt! Cool edc gear and nice vid!
A multi tool is a must have in my EDC
i have a multi-tool in my latest video.
Curious on why you chose the Ruger lcp custom when I see you like your S&W in a larger caliber. Why not a bodyguard 380 instead of the Ruger in the hotter part of the year?
Nice choices for edc. I noticed you switched from the Travax Axis I thought about trying one but I guess it wasn't a good choice for you?
travax is nice as well. I gotta try them all lol.
Nice setup Ben . One of my spydercos I have would go great with your edc. It's the chaparral 4 , carbon fiber version (nice lil knife). Also one thing to consider is you can replace your Garmin watch with the Samsung gear s3 ! It can do all the things you mentioned on the Garmin except you can talk and text without even having it tethered to your phone which means if you don't want to lug around the big ass phone, you don't have to, and... boom , you're out ! That's what I'm scooping up this month :)
Stay safe my man !
how long does the battery last though in that samsung?
They're say 4 days buy that's probably with moderate use. The battery is bigger on this one than their previous gear s2 which is nice. You can choose between the classic or frontier. The classic is classy of coarse and the Frontier is more outdoorsy and rugged, that's the one I'm gonna handle! Check out UA-cam vids on them. I think they start selling them this Friday, presales were 2 weeks ago if you were lucky enough. I think the battery is rated at 380 mah if I'm not mistaken. Let me know what u think, peace!
You have to check out the S7 active...if your a at&t customer. No case needed.
love the new video backround and set up
look into urban armor gear for a phone case you will not regret it just take peak
Does your eagletac d25c over heat or get extremely hot? I've had mine for about 4 months and now it gets extremely hot within about 30 seconds of being on.
nope.
Every Day Carry EDC. Thanks great video
I will never understand why almost everyone in the states feels the need to carry a handgun
Kokus Nuss partly for defense, but it's also a cultural thing. Exercising our rights.
Kokus Nuss Use your rights or lose em.
I grew up with guns in my hands and I like the fact that I have the freedom to carry one with me, if I want.
Vanessa Costa would you rather have less safety but a right to carry a gun or the other way around?
+Kokus Nuss That is contrary to all crime statistics. Crime goes down as more law abiding citizens own and carry guns. More criminals with guns is of course a bad thing but those guys will always have guns. The presence of guns does not inherently make a community more dangerous, yet does have the opposite effect.
Try a d and b phone case fully costumizeable
10/10 EDC. well constructed
thx
How naked did you feel with all that stuff on the table an not on you? ha ha
awesome edc
"Minimal" **has gun**
how is that not minimal?
how is it minimal ? guns are pretty bulky. also do you really need a gu in an every day carry.....?
Cameron Brown well he carries it every day... guess its an EDC item 😂😂
what color is that wall behind you?
That watch is beautiful
good stuff like always man!!
what watch face is that one your Fenix?
Hey Ben , I'm surprised you didn't get a Samsung Galaxy 7 . water proof for 20min , SD card up to 256gig. incredible speed and camera .
meh. had it.
does anyone know cheaper versions of the keybar??
Where's you spare magazines?
i cant see any link for the second knife
I see other edc and I know everyone is different. But I must say I love my flashlight that is a thin yet long one. Almost like a pencil. With a proud button, and easy to pull in and out of the pocket. But I see everyone using a flashlight that is short and thick. I think I must try one.
Awesome! I also have an All Black EDC, I'd love if keybar made a slightly longer version, because I have those long keys and had to make my own aluminum keybar style organizer. it came out pretty good, but I'd love to have a carbon fiber/titanium one.
BTW Same Zippo Bros!👊
Can you just get a key made that isn't longer?
man i feel that grey and carbon fiber kick. if it comes in grey, ill take it.
next one is titanium
oh yeah, i currently carry a zero tolerance 0620cf. it has the carbon fiber and titanium and i love it. there is too much cool gear out there to carry boring stuff.
nice holster
thanks.
I have the same knife. I love it!
I cant fine the EagleTac D25C where can i find it
amazon or goinggear
I Can't find it any where
CRONUS TITAN google search it?
Are you rocking carbon fiber print undies, bro? Lol! Carbon fiber addiction on a hundred thousand trillion. Just joshing! Great review vid. Thanks!
haha, thanks Jeff.
I was impressed by the Thunderbird lighter insert but sadly They are only available via import from the USA to the UK and Brexit has hammered the exchange rate and postage is astronomical for them. Does anyone know of a world wide brand of something similar?
it is nice to invest in a good custom made leather holster, i cant stand that hard stuff anymore i got spoiled the first time I bought one now I have 3 custom leather holsters. You need to find a good leather shop though but you will pay for it. I paid 139 for mine but for what some holsters cost you may as well have one made !
Iraq/AfghanVet85, thank you for your service, making your own high quality holster is simple-checkout a leather craft store and watch a couple of videos, you'll enjoy it!
Nice. Why wasn't this a budget EDC though...?
not everything is budget
Like the keybar
and this would be stuff you carry every single day?
Damn, this made me fall asleep.
Can’t stop laughing lol .
i just subscribed! you'll have a silver play button soon!
tic toc tic toc lol
So in america you feel like you have to carry a gun around all the time? Greatest country on earth huh?
no, in America I have the freedom to carry a gun around all the time.
And because you can, you do? Good reasoning!
Thomas Elbo Jensen Why are you watching this video if that's how you feel?? Use your rights or lose them...
I actually thougt this video was about everyday carry TOOLS. Not guns....
Since when do you lose rights, by not using them? That logic makes no sense...
Thomas Elbo Jensen Fair enough, but carrying guns is not just about self defense. You're also making a statement by doing so. It's almost akin to holding up signs fighting for rights. Why did you comment in the first place? Because you wanted to make a statement and because you can. If you didn't comment what's the point of even having a comment section? Same with guns.
no multi-tool?
i have one in my car bag.
I know you don't like cases but you should at least put temper glass on it.
so THAT'S what you look like without big sunglasses on? :-)
Honestly there are definitely cheaper and better things for edc you can use and also the iPhone 6 Plus is huge it is not a small phone by any means
Mans put a seatbelt on his waist
I'm kinda surprised you don't carry a multitool
sometimes I do. another epic EDC coming up and it may or may not have a multitool ;)
"I do have insurance on it (the phone) should it drop so Im not too worried about it"
Yeah in case you need to call emergency, see a map or anything, insurance wont do you much good if you drop your phone without a protective case
Snake Eater Tactical has the same clip. No need to wait for a start-up company.
i've only seen them use cobra buckles and i have a few of their products.
Where is your armor if you carry a weapon ? Maybe put on as button compass on the watchband. Think they sell a Carbon Fiber Case for the smart phones and put a twenty dollar bill ($20.00 USD) hidden in the case. (Or phone numbers if the battery goes dead.) Some armor fits in a Go Bag/Get Home Bag/Computer Bag... Thank you for the video ! tjl
He meant ammo i think
I was having a sensitive eye issue, did some research and found the sunglasses (high end Maui Jim) were bad for my eyes. I Stopped wearing them, problem solved. Now only use them when driving into the sun.
Rico La could yoy elaborate?
you*
EDC!!!
Watch out because those 2face will rust easily if you scratch the bottom metal frame.
The craziest thing is that he'll never use a single thing on that table.
you win the stupidest comment of the day award
if you really want a minimalist "wallet" go with a hair band that is folded over once and slide your cards/cash into it. As a minimalist it's annoying hearing people say that whatever slim or sleek product is minimal when most times they arent
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