Field Notes says that hot foil stamping is one of their favorite printing processes, originally patented in 1892 by Ernst Oeser of Germany. For the Foiled Again series, Studio on Fire hot-stamps silver foil on a new paper called Neenah Pearl “Indigo” 110# cover stock. Inside are 48 pages of 60# Finch Opaque text stock ruled with silver ink and bound with three staples. A matching tuck box that features the cover art in reverse colors stores and carries three Field Notes Foiled Again notebooks.

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Size: 3.5″ x 5.5″
Pages: 48, with 0.25″ ruled lines
Features: Ruled paper, foil stamped
Price: $14.95

The Foiled Again series notebooks are available now from Field Notes’ official Amazon storefront.

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To make sure their pocket organizer can be the best it can be, Rite in the Rain partnered with Vanquest, best known for their EDC pouches, so you know it’s in good hands. The pouch’s exterior is made from tough Cordura fabric, which should be familiar to EDCers as a popular tactical material. Short-tabbed YKK zippers take care of ingress for both the pouch and its two ToughMesh pockets (one external and one external), topped off with paracord zipper pulls. The mesh pockets themselves are semi-transparent, letting you see their contents at a glance and making it easier to grab the essentials you need. Its main notebook sleeve can store vertical spiral notebooks up to to 3¼” x 5¼”, but also works as sleeve storage for other types of notebooks. Finally, a rear belt loop webbing square allows options for on-person or MOLLE-attached carry as you would expect from a versatile everyday pouch.

Important notes, that crucial phone number, and the next big idea are all priceless—make sure they stay that way. Pick up the Rite in the Rain all-weather pocket organizer from Amazon at the link below.

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Muji A6 Pocket Notebook

Simple, plain, and affordable—the Muji A6 pocket notebooks come highly recommended by readers of this site. A pack of five books will run you just over 12 bucks. Each book contains 30 pages, which you can write on both sides of. At 4.1 x 5.8”, they’re a little bigger than your standard 3.5 x 5.5” notebook, but some may appreciate the extra page real estate. The books are covered with a heavy card stock cover and fabric covered stitched binding to be extra durable for every day use.

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Leuchtturm Soft Cover A6 Notebook

The Leuchtturm 1917 pocket notebook is more like a traditional premium notebook, only shrunk down. Inside you’ll find 121 pages of premium paper. There are 8 perforated pages in the back that tear out easily, in case you have to write something down for someone else. You can keep track of your notes with the numbered pages and included book mark. There’s even an expandable pocket in the back cover to store business cards, a couple dollars, or more. At 4.1 x 5.8 in., it’s on the larger side, but it’s a welcome tradeoff considering all the features it packs inside.

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Word. Notebooks

If you’re looking for a stylish notebook with a unique cover to make a statement, Word. Notebooks might just be your best bet. They’re 3.5 x 5.5” in size with a special ruling designed to be used as a bullet journaling system. It makes your lists neater and easier to keep track of and comes with a handy guide on how to use the system printed inside the front cover. Word. Notebooks are available in a ton of awesome options including duck camo, bright orange, and several unique geometric patterns that add some flair to your everyday carry.

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Scout Books 10 Pack

If all you want from your notebook is a small footprint and solid colors, then look no further than these no-frills notebooks from Scout Books. Available in packs of 10, they’re a little smaller than the standard pocket notebook, measuring in at 3.5 x 5”. The extra half inch makes them easier to pocket and smaller to slip into a bag or sling without taking up too much room. All of their books are made in the USA with 100% recycled papers and vegetable-based inks. They’re available in 9 appealing colors with blank, lined, or dot grid ruling.

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Bond Travel Gear Tomoe River Pocket Notebook

Fountain pen and rollerball fans will love the Bond Travel Gear notebooks for their unique paper inside. At first glance, the paper shouldn’t work well with such ink-heavy pens because it’s so thin, but it does. The finish on this impossibly light and thin paper doesn’t let ink seep through, so you can use both sides of the page no matter what pen suits your preference. Worth noting, it does take some additional dry time, but the silky smooth writing experience is definitely worth the wait (Pro tip: slip a piece of printer paper in between pages to use as a blotter if you’re in a hurry). They’re a good value at nine bucks for a three pack, especially given the premium paper inside.

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Rite in the Rain Memo Book Flex Cover

Just as the name of the brand implies, these pocket notebooks allow you to write in the rain. Inside, there’s a special paper that repels water, grease, mud, and more. Even if you don’t find yourself out in the field all that much, it’s nice to know that it’ll survive an accidental trip through the wash. This new offering from RITR has a bright blaze orange cover made from their most flexible material – ideal for pocket carry. They’re also “Perfect Bound,” which means that each page is sanded down and glued into the spine for an ultra durable hold.

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Field Notes Quarterly Editions

Field Notes are seen all over the site in a huge variety everyday carry options. Their universal appeal and simple design make them a no-brainer to add to your collection. Outside of their core offering of Kraft paper 3.5 x 5.5” pocket notebooks, are their Quarterly Editions. The folks at Field Notes go all out on these limited releases, experimenting with different papers, rulings, materials, and designs. The result is a fresh and fun notebook every quarter. For example, the winter 2018 release featured a “Clandestine” notebook with a secret code that had to be cracked and a 3-part history of cryptography. Last spring’s release featured beautiful holographic topographical maps of America’s coastlines. Keep your eyes open, as the 2019 Spring release is just around the corner.

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DOTSPLUS Pocket Notebook from Rickshaw Bags

The ruling inside the DOTSPLUS notebook is definitely for those who need some extra organization in their life. On the pages, you’ll find a mix of dots and reticles. While it may seem like a lot at first, the ruling helps keep your words and sketches nicely spaced out. There are also some subtle features like numbered pages, a table of contents, title and date blocks on each page, and a set of stickers to differentiate each book in the set.

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Doane Paper Utility Books

This 6-pack of pocket notebooks features 100lb heavy card stock in a variety of pleasant colors. These rugged little notebooks don’t appear too distinct from the outside, but take a look inside and you’ll notice a proprietary ruling that comes in handy for both notes and sketches. Doane Paper is known for their very own grid+lines ruling. It combines the best of both worlds: graph and standard lined ruling. The page is covered in a 0.25” grid with a heavier line every three boxes. If you want to try it out before buying a pack, Doane lets you print out a sheet of their ruling on regular printer paper to get a feel for it.

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Mil-Spec Memoranda Notebooks

Issued by the military, these little books are made to last. They’ve been in use by the US military for decades, showing a long history of working just the way they’re supposed to. The sewn binding is done to exacting military specifications and the cover is coated with vinyl for extra resistance to wear and tear. There are 72 sheets in each notebook, making these one of the thicker options in the guide. At just under 10 bucks for three notebooks, they represent an excellent value too.

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Unlike most pens, the Benton Pen is machined from sturdy 304 stainless steel. It gives a premium feel with added heft and substance for balance and durability. It’s comfortably sized at 5.5” long, complete with a generous section of laser-etched stippling at the end of the pen for extra grip. As a refillable machined pen, the Benton accommodates the ever-popular Schmidt 900 Parker-style ballpoint refill that’s easy to find in your preferred size and color. 

A rear click mechanism is an ideal choice for an EDC pen like the Benton, as its satisfying action is quick to deploy compared to screw caps and there are no loose parts to misplace. Even better, the clicky itself serves as a lanyard attachment point. An included cord lanyard with dual-textured bead offers easy retrieval and more secure retention, making this pen much harder to lose. A slim, PVD-coated pocket clip gives you convenient carry options and doubles as an anti-roll mechanism when you’ve set it down, too.

The Benton Pen comes in two colorways: a silver body with contrasting black clip and green-accented clicker, and a fully murdered out all-black version. They pair up nicely with the James Brand’s set of the ever-popular Field Notes pocket notebooks, which come in a 3-pack of Steel Grey, Walnut, and Electric Moss covers with green grid ruling.

With the James Brand Benton Pen and matching Field Notes, you’ll be ready to close out this year with style, and with all of your notes in order. You can pick up the Benton Pen and support a charitable cause in celebration of Giving Tuesday at the James Brand’s website linked below.

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Unmentioned/unseen:
Cologne vial
Paracetamol
Adhesive bandages
Extra CR123A battery + wand for S1
SanDisk Extreme 64GB USB 3.0 flash drive
Folding phone stand
Keychain

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Trayvax’s Summit wallet was designed to be as lightweight and efficient as possible: nylon webbing secures up to 8 cards and folded cash in a 3D-stamped steel frame. The Summit Notebook turns the wallet into a sleek leather journal, using its webbing to lock it into the left side. On the right side there’s space for a compact notebook and EDC favorite Fisher Space Pen. The leather itself is chestnut-colored oiled latigo cowhide leather that’s combination-tanned to be flexible yet durable.

Its left panel sports an ID window that gives quick visual and access to the top cards on the Summit wallet, while its right side houses a stash slot for extra cash or essentials. The included compact notebook uses paper from another EDC favorite, Rite in the Rain, making use of its all-weather performance, and down the Notebook’s spine is the pen slot to store the Fisher Space Pen. The whole package without cards or cash weighs 3.36 ounces, making it as pocket-friendly as possible while still maximizing its included essentials.

“Buy it for life” is the name of Trayvax’s game, with generous lifetime warranties to ensure quality and satisfaction for their products. Compact and protect your essentials (and ideas) with the Summit Notebook bundle at the Amazon link below, or if you’re already using the Summit Wallet, level it up with just the Notebook sleeve available here.

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This vibrant 3-pack of notebooks contains one 56-week planner and two checklist journals. The 3.5 x 5.5” format is ideal for both carrying in your pocket or tossing in a bag without taking up too much room. The covers are bright red, white, and blue with alternating colored text, making each book stand out. It’s what’s on the inside that counts though. All three books feature light grey paper with white and medium grey inks. The date book displays one week on each page, perfect for recording and viewing appointments or reminders. Instead of a standard lined ruling, the checklist features alternating white and grey blocks with what Field Notes calls a “Slot Screw-Head Device” at the start of each line for marking tasks complete or in-progress.

The “Resolution” set provides a great way to get organized and track your goals for the new year. As far as pocket notebooks go, these have some of the most useful features for staying organized. Grab a 3-pack of notebooks from Field Notes direct at their website linked below or check out the set on Amazon for additional sellers.

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Best Pocket Notebook Alternatives to Field Notes

Moleskine Volant XS	Rhodia Pocket Notebook	Leuchtturm1917	Mnemosyne N193A	Standard Memorandum
★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★
Size: 2.5″ x 4″	Size: 3″ x 4.75″ (A7)	Size: 3.5″ x 5.9″	Size: 4.3″ x 2.3″	Size: 2.35″ x 5.25″
Ruling: Lined	Ruling: Lined or Graph	Ruling: Dot Grid	Ruling: Graph	Ruling: Planner
# of Pages: 56	# of Pages: 24	# of Pages: 121	# of Pages: 50	# of Pages: 64
Pro: Thin and compact	Pro: Paper quality	Pro: Flexible cover	Pro: Wire bound	Pro: Compact planner
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Moleskine Volant Extra Small

One of the smallest (yet still usable) pocket notebooks out there is the Moleskine Volant XS. This tiny notebook is perfect for jotting down lists, phone numbers, and on-the-go memos due to its 2.5×4” size. The 56 off-white pages feature lined ruling to keep you organized. What makes this book unique are the 16 detachable pages in the back of the book — perfect for writing something down to give to someone else. If the size of a pocket notebook is your only concern, the Volant XS may change your mind.

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Rhodia Pocket Notebook

The paper inside most pocket notebooks leaves something to be desired. That’s not the case with Rhodia’s pocket notebooks. These are slightly smaller than the standard notebook and feature Rhodia’s 90gsm bright white paper (the standard notebook paper is much thinner at around 70gsm) with a slick, smooth surface. Those who write with a fountain pen or rollerball will appreciate the extra smoothness and resistance to bleed through. The 3 x 4.75” cover is extra thick, and treated with a waterproof coating that also increases durability.

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Leuchtturm1917 Softcover Pocket Notebook

The Leuchtturm 1917 pocket notebook is more like a traditional premium notebook, only shrunk down. The cover also has some flex to it, so it’s even easier to carry in a pants pocket. Inside you’ll find 121 pages of premium paper. There are 8 perforated pages in the back that tear out easily, should you have to write something down for someone else. You can keep track of your notes with the numbered pages and included book mark. There’s even an expandable pocket in the back cover to store business cards, a couple dollars, or more. At 4.1 x 5.8 in., it’s on the larger side, but that’s still not bad considering everything packed inside.

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Maruman Mnemosyne N193A 

Maruman Mnemosyne notebooks are a premium line of stationery from Japan. The black covers and simple design are sure to fit in with anyone’s EDC. The twin ring binding makes it especially easy to flip over and write while holding the notebook in your hand. This version of the notebook is especially slim, at only 2.3 inches wide by 4.3 inches tall. The paper inside has dotted line ruling, with a few bold solid lines so you can visually separate your notes inside.

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Word. Standard Memorandum

Word. Notebook’s Standard Memorandum is one of the slimmest pocket planners out there. This tiny 2.35 x 5.35” is slim enough to go unnoticed in your pocket, leaving tons of room for other EDC gear. There’s a space inside for each day of the year, along with some references, and multiple calendar formats. If you’re looking to have one small book with you for an entire year, the Standard Memorandum is for you. They’re also available with handsome leather covers to add some protection to the paper cover. The 2018 version drops soon and they sell out quick, so keep an eye out.

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At the top of each page in the notebook is an inspirational quote. These short quotes are great for getting your creative juices flowing. It’s also less daunting than a completely blank page. Below, there are plenty of lines to write out a journal entry, sketch an idea, or write out your to-do list. At the bottom of each page is a grey box for what they call “Daily Gratitude Practice”. By writing down what you’re grateful for each day, you can remind yourself of everything in your life that makes you happy and keeps you going. Corso also paired up with mindful.org to give back. A portion of each sale will go to the Foundation for a Mindful Society — a non-profit dedicated to bringing mindfulness into the daily lives of people all over the world.

The Corso Mindful Notebook is available on Kickstarter now. They’ve already surpassed their funding goal by several thousand dollars at the time of publishing. Add-on pledges include a sustainably-sourced ostrich leather cover, as well as additional notebooks. A $28 pledge secures you a book with a delivery before the 2017 holidays.

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One big reason the P01 Pioneer is able to easily carry everything in such a compact footprint is because Dango designed every component from the ground up to fit together perfectly. They’ve taken one of the oldest tricks in the EDC playbook of slipping a pen into the spine of your wallet, then upped the execution. The pen was custom designed to slot into the spine of the P01 so it sits flush. To get that perfect fit, it’s CNC machined in the USA out of a lightweight, anodized aluminum like you’d expect to see on quality flashlights and other EDC tools. It boasts write-anywhere performance thanks to a pressurized ballpoint ink refill, and it’s compatible with the crowd favorite Fisher Space Pen refill as well. The business end of the pen narrows down to a minimalist grip system of 3 silicone o-rings while the back of the pen comes to a 4-way slotted tip for multiple attachment configurations. By now the P01 campaign hit its first stretch goal, so backing the project will get you a free paracord lanyard to easily retrieve the pen.

The other part of the equation is the notebook. It’s not the largest notebook you can carry, but it might be one of the most convenient ones. At a modest 24 pages, it’s a good balance between portability and thinness without needing replacements too often. Not to mention it’s stitched and finished in the USA then protected from excess wear and tear in the P01 wallet itself.

Of course, the P01 is still an EDCer’s wallet at its core. It has some of the best elements of all the different kinds of wallets you can carry in one. For starters, it’s made in the USA from premium Italian veg-tan leather for that patina after break in and familiar feel in hand. But that’s where the similarities with traditional leather wallets end. The leather comes laminated with an RFID-blocking material for your security and geometric patterning give a look and ergonomic feel that lean towards the future. The P01 uses a silicone strap for extra security and versatility like you’d find on more modern minimalist wallets. It’s designed to accommodate up to 20 cards as well as Dango’s wallet-sized multi-tool from their earlier line of wallets, the MT02. With options for a pen, notebook, multi-tool, and cards, it’s got room for a big chunk of your daily kit.

There’s just a month left to back the P01 on Kickstarter. It comes in two colorways — a natural tan with silver or a fully blacked out setup, now with a free paracord lanyard as part of the campaign’s first unlocked stretch goal. Check it out in more detail at the link below.

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Bellroy Slim Notebook Cover  

This super slim notebook cover by Bellroy is packed with features that make it one of the best out there. It’s made from premium veg tanned leather that’s thin yet durable. The Bellroy Notebook Cover stays shut thanks to a magnetic closure system. Inside there’s a debossed area for a pen to clip into the spine, as well as room for a few credit or business cards.

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One Star Leather Simple Notebook Cover

One Star Leather Goods makes some of the best quality leather good available today. Each piece is hand-sewn in their LA-based workshop. This simple notebook cover is available in a wide range of premium leathers. There’s a pocket on either side of the cover, allowing you to carry some cash or cards, or even two 3.5×5.5” notebooks if you want.

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This Is Ground Medium Notebook Cover

This Is Ground’s notebook cover carries more than just a notebook. Inside the premium soft leather case is room for your phone, cards, cash, and of course a pocket notebook. If you’ve been looking to consolidate your carry, then this makes a great option. The case is also ideal for in-bag organization, keeping all your essentials grouped together and easily accessible.

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Recycled Firefighter “Fire Hose Inspector” Cover

Recycled Firefighter makes some of the toughest gear out there, and their notebook cover is no exception. Crafted from decommissioned fire hoses and edged with military-grade nylon webbing is their “Fire Hose Inspector” cover. The cover stays shut with an elastic band, which is easily opened when it’s time to jot down notes. The front of the cover has a leather sleeve that will hold on to a pocket pen, keeping all of your writing essentials in the same place.

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Nock Co. Hightower Nylon Notebook Cover

Leather notebook covers aren’t for everyone, and that’s totally understandable. Each case by Nock Co. is made in the USA from durable 1000D nylon with DWR water-resistant coating. And if you’ve got a rotation of pens you like to use, Nock Co.’s Hightower notebook cover sleeve fits three of your favorite pens alongside your favorite pocket notebook.

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Craft and Lore “Northwestward” Notebook Cover

The Northwestward notebook cover is a saddle-stitched notebook cover, completely made by hand in the USA. In addition to space for a standard 3.5 x 5.5” pocket notebook, there’s two card slots and room for a pocket pen. The Northwestward folds shut and stays closed thanks to two heavy-duty snaps. If you’re hard on your gear, this option provides plenty of protection. It includes one of their custom printed notebooks with every order.

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The Top 10 EDC Pocket Notebooks in 2017

Field Notes Expedition Edition

Standout Feature: Water-, tear-, acid-proof paper

Field Notes have achieved icon status. This popular brand of 3.5×5.5” pocket notebook has been around for years, and only continues to get more popular. Their Expedition edition features dot grid paper that’s actually closer to plastic. This unique writing surface will stand up to rain, shine, heat, cold, or whatever else you can throw at it. The bright orange covers make them easy to find while adding a pop of color to your EDC.

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Rhodia Staplebound Pocket Notebook

Standout Feature: Silky smooth, heavy paper

Rhodia makes some of the nicest paper out there. It’s 90gsm (most copy paper is around 70gsm), acid-free, and features light violet ruling. If your preferred writing instrument is a fountain pen or rollerball, then this is the notebook for you. Bleed through and show through are a near impossibility, even with the inkiest of pens.

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Word. Notebooks

Standout Feature: Unique To-Do List Ruling

If you’re the type who lives and dies by their to do list, Word. Notebooks are for you. Inside this 48 page notebook, you’ll find a unique bullet point at the beginning of every line. By adding a dot, circle, slash, or X, you can easily keep track of what you’ve accomplished, and what’s in progress. If all that’s too much to remember, on the inside of the front cover of every book is a guide to using their system. We like Word. Notebooks for the huge variety of colors and patterns you can pick from.

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Public Supply Notebooks

Standout Feature: 25% of Profits Donated to In-Need Schools

You’re not just getting a well-made notebook with Public Supply. You’re giving back too—25% of profits are donated to schools in need. These sturdy stitch-bound notebooks are full of acid-free paper that’s thick enough to accommodate any kind of writing instrument. The minimally designed covers are easy on the eyes, and feature a spot to write in the subject of what’s inside.

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Doane Paper Pocket Notebooks

Standout Feature: Grid+Lines Ruling

Doane Paper is known for their very own grid+lines ruling. It combines the best of both worlds: graph and standard lined ruling. The page is covered in a 0.25” grid with a heavier line every three boxes. Want to try it out before buying a pack? Doane lets you print out a sheet of their ruling on regular printer paper to get a feel for it.

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Moleskine Cahier Pocket Notebook

Standout Feature: Simple and Classic

If you don’t need fancy rulings, built-in lists, or even text on the cover, the Moleskine is for you. These classic pocket notebooks have a black textured cover and off-white paper inside. Each book is bound with stitching for extra durability, and features 16 removable pages in the back for tear-and-share notes. They’re readily available online and in many brick-and-mortar stores, so if you run out, a replacement isn’t far away.

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Rite in the Rain Notebooks

Standout Feature: Completely Waterproof Paper

Rite in the Rain notebooks allow you to do exactly that… write in the rain. These waterproof notebooks come in a variety of sizes and shapes, many of which are pocket-friendly. They play best with their own pens, but a standard ballpoint or pencil will write on these just fine.

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Field Notes Pitch Black Edition

Standout Feature: Dot Grid Ruling and Blacked Out Looks

We already mentioned the Field Notes Expedition, but for all of you who don’t need to write in crazy conditions there’s the Field Notes Pitch Black Edition. Each pack of books includes three 3.5×5.5” notebooks — the ideal size for keeping in a pocket. This blacked out edition has black on black covers, black staples, and stealthy grey dot-grid ruling.

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Mnemosyne N192A Notepad

Standout Feature: Lay-flat Wire Binding

Wire binding can be especially useful in a small notebooks. Since the pages fold over themselves, you can easily write on the front and back of each page. It also allows the book to lay nice and flat, making it that much easier to write no matter where you are. Maruman’s off-white paper is smooth, and plays nice with everything from ballpoint to fountain pens. The lined ruling is pretty straightforward, except every seventh line is bold. This adds some visual separation to the page so it’s easy to organize your notes.

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Leuchtturm 1917 Pocket Notebook

Standout Feature: Full Size Notebook Features in a Compact Package

The Leuchtturm 1917 pocket notebook is more like a traditional premium notebook, only shrunk down. Inside you’ll find 121 pages of premium paper. There are 8 perforated pages in the back that tear out easily, should you have to write something down for someone else. You can keep track of your notes with the numbered pages and included book mark. There’s even an expandable pocket in the back cover to store business cards, a couple dollars, or more. At 4.1 x 5.8 in., it’s on the larger side, but that’s still not bad considering everything packed inside.

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Which pocket notebook do you EDC, and what do you write in it? Let us know in the comments below.

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The Notebook Cover is as slim as they come, yet full of thoughtful storage slots. In addition to your preferred 3.5” x 5.5” notebook, the Bellroy Notebook Cover has room for your daily essentials. Two card slots can hold 4-6 of your most-used cards or some folded up cash, allowing you to leave your wallet at home. There’s even a place for a pocket pen to clip into the spine where the cover naturally folds. It’s actually really easy to open and close, thanks to hidden magnets that snap the cover in place. The magnetic closure system won’t wear out over time either, unlike snaps and elastic bands you’d find on other covers.

Instead of a standalone notebook cover, consider this all-in-one replacement from Bellroy. Your pockets will thank you. Grab one on Amazon at the link below, or check it out in five color options of top-grain leather at Bellroy’s site.

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Timeless Gifts That Are Always In Style

Not every EDC setup has to scream “tactical” to be effective. This two-part Carry Smarter guide focuses on two interpretations of the other end of the EDC spectrum — the “classy” carry. In this half, we’ll cover timeless, everyday gear made from classic materials like leather and brass that will patina and age as you carry them

Dapper Gear For the Gents and Professionals In Your Life

We’ve touched on why you may want to go the less-tactical route when assembling your EDC in part one of our Carry Smarter guide to classier ways to carry. Here, we’ll focus on a more traditional “gentleman’s carry” – a sophisticated set of essentials you’d find on the likes of James Bond or Selina Kyle at an upscale restaurant, on a night out on the town, or at an important business meeting.

8 Gadgets for Star Wars Fans

Whether you want to rep the Light Side with some all-white gear, or your allegiance lies with the Dark Side in an all-black everything setup, you’ll find capable gear to do it in a more subtle way in this guide. Which side will you choose?

The Best Battery Packs for the Techies

We’ve all been there. Trying to get as much use out of your phone only for it to inevitably die leaves you feeling as powerless as your battery. Although the technology in our gadgets is continuously improving, the batteries in them aren’t.

6 Tough Military Watches Under $100

These watches have rich historical appeal as they were made for and worn in the field by infantry, Special Forces, and WWII pilots. Nowadays, military style watches are popular amongst the EDC community for their features, legibility, durability, and aesthetic. In this guide, we’ll show you our recommendations for good looking, rugged watches that won’t break the bank.

10 Classically Cool Copper Watches

Like a good pair of leather boots, copper only gets better with time and use, developing a personalized patina that tells the story of your experiences. As one of the denser tool materials, it adds a nice heft to your gear, giving a solid feel when used. Copper’s material properties allow better heat dissipation for tools like flashlights or electronics, keeping them cool and safe from damage while running. Needless to say, it’s also one of the most beautiful and unique metals you can find on everyday items.

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But if you’ve given it your best shot and page after page looks like a scribbly, doodly, indecipherable mess, maybe you need something more than a blank sheet. Leave those to the imaginative types, and try a notebook with structure to guide your thoughts. 

We’ve rounded up 7 EDC-friendly pocket notebooks with useful layouts and clear ruling to help you get your notes in order.

Word. Notebooks

Standout feature: Integrated bullet journaling system

Bullet journaling is becoming more and more popular as a way to organize your life and remember important events. Word. Notebooks come with their bullet journaling system already printed on each page, along with some simple instructions inside the front cover. There are tons of colors and patterns to choose from, making it easy to coordinate with the rest of your carry.

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Doane Grid + Lines Utility Notebooks

Standout feature: Unique gridded paper with a thick line every three spaces

The Doane Grid+Lines is a favorite here. The paper is great for a mix of sketching and writing, thanks to its ruling with both grids and lines. Yes, you could achieve similar results with regular graph paper, but that added bold line helps keep notes and sketches both organized and legible. It’s also a huge help if you’re trying to neaten up your handwriting with proper spacing and letter sizing.

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Field Notes Expedition

Standout feature: Dot Grid ruling with waterproof paper and covers

This Field Notes edition was designed to stand up to anything  you can throw at it, and the team over at Field Notes made sure of it. Check out their video series that puts the notebooks through 12 rigorous tests. These books feature dot grid ruling inside, a tear resistant cover, and completely waterproof paper.

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Word. Notebooks Adventure Log

Standout feature: Layout specifically made for experiences

The Adventure Log journal from Word. Notebooks has a layout made to journal your next road trip, hike, or adventure. There’s a place for the date, location, conditions, companions and a bunch of lines for a journal entry. On the back cover there’s a place specifically for your bucket list, so you always know where you’re headed next.

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Moleskine 2017 Weekly Planner

Standout feature: At-a-glance weekly calendar with plenty of room for notes

If you’re looking to keep track of important dates and appointments, why not use a traditional calendar? This pocket-sized planner displays one week across two pages, making it especially easy to see what you have coming up and what you’ve already accomplished. You can even use the planner as a micro journal, simply jot down a few notes about your day.

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Rite in the Rain Top Spiral Pocket Notebooks

Standout feature: Waterproof paper

Just as the name implies, these notebooks from Rite in the Rain allow you to do just that. The waterproof paper works well with ballpoint pen and pencil, so you can write outside under any conditions. This is one of the better waterproof papers that we’ve tested.

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Nock Co. DotDash Pocket Notebooks

Standout feature: Unobtrusive ruling that’s great for writing and sketching

The Nock Co. DotDash notebooks feature a dot-dash ruling. It’s somewhere in the middle of graph and dot grid ruling, and it just plain works. The light purple ink is dark enough to see, but light enough so that it doesn’t get in the way of your words. It’s stapled at the top so you can easily write in portrait or landscape without the binding getting in the way.

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Do you prefer notebooks with special ruling, or are blank pages the way to go for your EDC needs? Leave a comment and let us hear your thoughts.

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