Fixed-blade knives have one significant advantage over their folding cousins: without an opening mechanism, they’re always ready for you to get to work. Their size and relative weight usually relegate them to dedicated outdoors, hunting, and survival roles, but knives like the SOG Ether FX flip that script.

The SOG Ether FX is skeletonized to reduce its weight to 2.1oz compared to a traditional hunter’s knife with brass bolsters and wood inlays, which can weigh much more. Instead, it comes with removable G-10 handle scales. Gone is a traditional fixed camping knife’s standard bulky leather belt sheath. In its place is a modern Kydex sheath with a secure belt loop and compatibility with SOG’s Universal Mounting System, which lets you attach it to bags, packs, and other accessories.

At the heart of the SOG Ether FX is the full-tang CPM S35VN stainless steel blade. S35VN is a quality blade steel that gets sharp and remains sharp enough for confident everyday carry use. With an overall length of 7.1” and a blade length of 3.1”, it’s perfect for everyday carry when you prefer a knife you don’t have to fiddle with to use.

What we like: The skeletonized design of the SOG Ether FX and the secure Kydex sheath make this a stellar everyday carry option for anyone wanting to add a fixed-blade knife to their ensemble.

What to watch out for: The bright orange G-10 handle scales make this knife easy to find in your bag or pack. The scales are removable if the orange aesthetic does not work for you. You can then wrap the handle with the material of your choice or leave it bare to save even more weight.

Final verdict: Smartly designed knives like the SOG Ether FX make carrying a fixed-blade knife easier, even when you’re not a regular outdoors person.

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Whether you’re just starting out in the world of EDC and you’re looking for the best cheap knife, or you’re a seasoned vet looking for a beater backup knife or just something new, there’s plenty of options out there in 2021. To help you along in your search, we’ve put together this guide which rounds up some of the best budget knives that you can have in your pocket right around $50 today.

CRKT CEO Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Liner lock

Manual thumbstud

GRN scales

Specifications

Blade Length

3.1″

Blade Steel

8Cr13MoV

Weight

2.1 oz

EDC Rating

3948 ratings

Price

$

The CRKT CEO has been one of the most popular EDC knives released recently, and with its low price matched with its sleek and slim design it’s easy to see why. Designed in collaboration with custom knife maker Richard Rogers, the CEO is an elegant pocket knife that is suited for all tasks, but it’s especially useful in a professional setting where large tactical blades might turn the wrong sort of heads when all you’re trying to do is open letters and packages quickly and effectively. Its 3.11″ 8Cr13MoV blade is easy to maintain, and the GRN scales offer a decent grip despite the slim nature of the handle itself. If you’re willing to spring for a more upscale version of this knife, there’s versions of this knife featuring a more hardy D2 tool steel as well as a premium S35VN stainless steel that meets the needs of some of the most discerning users in the EDC community.

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CIVIVI Elementum Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Liner lock

Rear flipper opening

G10 handle

Specifications

Blade Length

2.625“

Blade Steel

D2

Weight

2.89 oz

EDC Rating

803 ratings

Price

$

The Elementum is one of the community’s favorite knives from CIVIVI, and its sleek, minimal design and easy one-handed flipper opening makes it a great value. The 2.96″ hollow-ground drop point blade features D2 tool steel, and there are caged ball bearings in the pivot that make for a smooth index finger actuated opening with either hand. The G10 handle scale helps keep the knife in your hand during use, and the liner lock prevents the blade from closing up on you when you’re trying to get work done.

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Gerber Flatiron D2 Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Frame lock

Eyehole opening

Micarta handle scales

Specifications

Blade Length

3“

Blade Steel

D2

Weight

5.35 oz

EDC Rating

7 ratings

Price

$

With its D2 tool steel blade, you can really get to chopping with the distinctive cleaver-style shape of the Gerber Flatiron. Its stout shape stands up to rough use, and the stainless steel frame lock gives you confidence that the knife won’t close on you when you least expect it. The large choil on the blade lets you get a choke grip on the blade for fine control and added security, and with its hollow grind you can even do a bit of food prep on the go if you need to so long as you make sure to use only food safe oil when maintaining the knife. It’s a good cheap knife if you’re exploring the versatility of EDC cleavers.

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CJRB Swaggs Maileah Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Liner lock

Flipper / thumbstud opening

G10 handle

Specifications

Blade Length

2.375“

Blade Steel

AR-RPM9

Weight

2.27 oz

EDC Rating

277 ratings

Price

$

CJRB is the more budget-oriented line of Artisan Cutlery, but they don’t skimp on the design or the materials when it comes to their offerings. Take the new Maileah folding knife for example, which brings Artisan Cutlery’s exclusively-designed AR-RPM9 powder steel that’s intended to bring the high hardness and edge retention of powder steel to a lower, more accessible price point. This sets this knife apart from most budget knives in this category that use 8Cr13MoV stainleess steel or D2 tool steel, and that combined with its 2.375″ wharncliffe blade shape and front-flipper design with inset liner lock make this compact knife a great choice for EDC on a budget.

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SOG Terminus XR Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Ambidextrous XR lock

Rear flipper and thumbstud opening

G10 scale

Specifications

Blade Length

2.75“

Blade Steel

D2

Weight

3.32 oz

EDC Rating

6 ratings

Price

$

The SOG Terminus XR is only slightly above the target 50 USD price point, but the small amount more you pay is worth what you get: a quick flipper opening 2.75″ stonewashed D2 tool steel blade with a reliable XR lock at the pivot and a gorgeous G10 handle scaling that’s available in a number of colors that can suit your style. For added convenience the deep carry pocket clip is reversible, for either left or right-handed tip up EDC.

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Opinel No. 9 Carbon Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Virobloc ring lock

Manual nail nick opening

Beechwood handle

Specifications

Blade Length

3.51″

Blade Steel

Carbon steel

Weight

2 oz

EDC Rating

4301 ratings

Price

$

With how affordable the Opinel is, it’s easy to leave it out of the conversation. But it’s been a venerable everyday carry knife for generations now, and for good reason. The No. 9 features an extremely thin, razor-sharp 3.51“ high carbon steel blade that’ll cut through just about anything especially when you lock the blade in place using the iconic Opinel Virobloc safety ring. Its classic design and two-handed manual nail-nick operation also won’t raise eyebrows in public.

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CRKT Pilar III Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Frame lock

Manual eyehole opening

G10 handle

Specifications

Blade Length

2.75“

Blade Steel

D2

Weight

3.6 oz

EDC Rating

3 ratings

Price

$

The CRKT Pilar, made in collaboration with custom knife maker Jesper Voxnaes, has been one of the most successful collaboration designs released to the EDC community in the past few years. Now in its third iteration, the Pilar III features a more slender and organic shape that improves on the already-great ergonomics of the original knife. There’s an extended choil for a choke grip, and the G10 handle scales help you hold on to this knife no matter what. The Pilar III also features a 2.75″ blade with a modified spearpoint shape that excels at both piercing and slicing tasks, and it also has a large eyehole for ambidextrous manual opening made even more smooth with IKBS ball bearings in the pivot.

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Kershaw Random Leek Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Frame lock

Spring-assisted flipper opening

Stainless steel handle

Specifications

Blade Length

3″

Blade Steel

14C28N

Weight

3 oz

EDC Rating

Just released

Price

$

The venerable Kershaw Leek is still one of the best options for budget, if not general, everyday carry. One of its newest iterations is the ‘Random Leek’ which features a new reverse tanto blade shape that makes this Leek more suited for EDC utility tasks with a beefier blade. The blade steel remains the ultra-reliable 14C28N which enjoys high corrosion resistance, and of course the lightning-quick SpeedSafe spring-assisted opening comes with this Leek too.

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Spyderco Tenacious Lightweight Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Liner lock

Round Hole opening

FRN handle scales

Specifications

Blade Length

3.39″

Blade Steel

3.8 oz

Weight

8Cr13MoV

EDC Rating

248 ratings

Price

$

Spyderco makes some of the most popular everyday carry knives in the business, and their budget options deliver a quality experience at a lower price. One of their best is the Tenacious Lightweight, which weighs in at 3.8 oz while providing a capable mid-size 3.39″ 8Cr13MoV blade with Spyderco’s trademark leaf-shaped blade and a sharp full-flat grind. The signature Round Hole opening allows for easy ambidextrous manual opening even when you’re wearing gloves, and the textured FRN scales let you keep a hold on the knife even when things get wet. The liner lock holds everything in place even during rough use, and for more delicate work you can avail of the aggressive top jimping on the blade to have more precise control over the cut.

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QSP Penguin Pocket Knife

Purchase

Key Features

Liner lock

Manual thumbstud

Micarta scale

Specifications

Blade Length

3.125“

Blade Steel

D2

Weight

3.17 oz

EDC Rating

12 ratings

Price

$

The QSP Penguin features a sturdy utility-oriented 3.125″ sheepsfoot blade featuring a straight edge that has a flat ground profile made out of D2 tool steel. Its micarta handle scales offer a ton of grip even when things get wet, and a liner lock holds it all in place during use. If you’re not a fan of flipper style openings found on most budget D2 knives, the QSP Penguin is a manual thumbstud design that has less chance of opening up on you when you least expect it in your pockets. And when it is sitting in your pockets the deep carry pocket clip helps you stay discreet until you need to pull out the knife to accomplish the task at hand.

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In this roundup we’re highlighting some of the brand’s newest and most interesting offerings: The Terminus (an EDC knife we’ve awarded best in show), the ultra-sleek Ultra XR folder, and the Flash series of assisted knives and multi-tools. If you’re looking for practical tools with tactical roots as an upgrade for yourself or a gift for the EDCer on your list, don’t miss these.

Terminus XR Damascus

This new release ushers in the ancient artform of forged Damascus steel to a modern classic in the popular Terminus XR knife. Unlike many other modern knives on the market, the Terminus XR Damascus uses true Damascus steel made the authentic way of folding layers of steel to create its iconic wavy pattern. 10Cr15CoMoV steel, which is equivalent to Japanese VG-10, is folded over to forge the blade, then cryogenically heat-treated for added performance. The result is a one-of-a-kind pattern on the blade resembling waves on the surface of the sea. When paired with its subdued G10 and Carbon Fiber handle, it achieves a classy look without compromising modern features and functionality like SOG’s ambidextrous XR lock and rear flipper tab deployment. With a sticker price of under $100, this is a fairly affordable way to experience a one of a kind damascus steel blade in your EDC too.

Terminus XR Damascus

Terminus XR LTE

For great performance at an affordable price, there’s the Terminus XR. This knife utilizes SOG’s own XR Lock which allows for easy ambidextrous operation. The Terminus XR LTE (light edition) is 30% lighter than the original and has a deep carry pocket clip for a more comfortable carry. It weighs just 2.2 ounces and can be deployed with a quick flick by way of your choice of thumbstuds on the blade or a convenient rear flipper tab. The clip point 2.95″ blade hits the sweet spot for EDC portability and usable cutting edge, and the G10 and carbon fiber handle offer a secure ergonomic grip without weighing you down.

The blade is made from CRYO CPM S35VN steel and even when the blade is safely tucked away, it’s only around 4″ in length leaving you with plenty of spare pocket room for other small essentials. The Terminus XR LTE comes in a nice carbon and rose gold color, but if you don’t mind adding roughly one ounce to the overall weight of the knife you can also opt for the Terminus XR Damascus. As you’d expect, the blade on this one is made with 10Cr15CoMoV Damascus steel giving your blade a unique look that will set it apart from the rest.

Terminus XR LTE

Terminus SJ LTE

The Terminus Slipjoint LTE knife is a great option if you’re looking for an everyday knife. It features a non-locking, slip joint mechanism and a 2.9″ blade, which makes it compliant with most local laws. A two-hand opening of the knife via a large nail nick deploys the blade smoothly, while its solid detent ensures it stays closed when not in use. At 2.3 ounces this knife is super lightweight and has a reversible belt clip making it even easier to carry around with you.

The Terminus SJ LTE is no slouch when it comes to build materials either. Featuring premium S35VN steel and reinforced carbon fiber handles and makes it light and thin, two features for a great everyday knife. The Terminus SJ LTE is available in Rose + Gold or Carbon + Graphite to match your unique style. 

Terminus SJ LTE

Ultra XR XHP

One of SOG’s biggest surprises comes in an impressively small package in the Ultra XR XHP. Despite its credit card-esque thin design it still manages to boast SOG’s XR Lock mechanism. The combination of the CRYO CTS XHP stainless steel and a carbon fiber handle help it remain super light at just 1.2 ounces. XHP is workhorse steel similar to D2, inherently corrosion-resistant and tough while still able to hold an edge for minimal maintenance. One-handed use is a breeze thanks to its elongated thumbhole on the 2.8” blade. The titanium pocket clip also doubles as a money clip thanks to its natural springiness, making it an excellent minimalist wallet alternative. If you want something easy on the eyes and slim in the pocket, this premium compact folding knife is worth a look.

Ultra XR

Flash AT

The Flash AT is an upgraded take on one of SOG’s most popular models. This assisted-opening knife has been remade to include better steel, a better locking mechanism, and some slick new colorways. The blade measures 3.5″ in length which helps it maintain its portability while remaining a useful size for all kinds of cutting tasks. The combination of the jimping on the spine of the blade and the grippy handle helps to give you plenty of control. Deployment of the blade is simple thanks to thumb studs and the patented Assisted Technology (AT) XR Lock is one that SOG stands behind with a lifetime warranty which is always good to see. The Flash AT is available in plenty of different colorways as well, including Concrete, Black, and Petrol Green, to name a few.

Flash AT

Flash MT

You shouldn’t overlook the Flash MT if you’re in the market for a multi-tool. This unique combination of EDC knife and practical multi-tool makes it one of the best ways to cover all your bases with just one item. It features an assisted-opening, 2.4-inch CRYO D2 steel blade for quick cutting tasks and weighs just 4.7 ounces. If you’re looking for a little more out of your daily knife, the Flash MT also features Compound Leverage pliers, wire cutters, a magnetic bit holder and two included bits, plus a flat head screwdriver. Ounce for ounce, this combination of assisted blade and multi-functional tool is one of the most versatile options from the brand.

Flash MT

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The handles are also entirely metal with a skeletonized build to shave the weight down even more. They also feature grooves and bumps throughout to help enhance grip since metal tends to be more slippery. Inside, you’ll find an assisted opening mechanism for a lightning-fast deployment. Once it’s open, the blade stays in place via a robust back lock. You can choose between a natural, satin, and black colorway for the whole knife and between a clip point or tanto shape for the blade. Once you’re done, you can slide it right into your pocket with its included low-profile pocket clip. Pick one up at the link below.

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Prometheus Design Werx Invictus-C Titanium

What better way to celebrate National Knife Day than with a knife like the iconic Invictus-C Titanium from Prometheus Design Werx. The Invictus-C Ti itself is like a celebration of all things knife enthusiasts enjoy: high-performance features and functionality, premium materials, gorgeous utilitarian design language, precision machining, and expert finishing. Its well-proportioned 3″ blade boasts premium Böhler M390, renowned for its excellent edge retention. It deploys via its glow-in-the-dark thumbstuds with authoritative action thanks to its ceramic bearing pivot, locking up into a tried-and-true frame lock mechanism. Full billet titanium comprises the handles, complete with an impressive level of craftsmanship and CNC-machining going into its curves, lines, and angles. If you’re looking for a premium, compact EDC with a design that balances elegance and utilitarian appeal, check out the Invictus C-Ti.

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SOG-TAC AU

For tactical gear enthusiasts, look no further than the SOG-TAC AU. Purpose-built as part of SOG’s Professional line for military, first responders, and EDCers in the field, the SOG-TAC Au boasts a lightning-fast automatic deployment for when every second counts. All of its features enhance its speedy deployment. It opens ambidextrously via SOG’s AU-XR lock mechanism, while its double-action safety mechanism provides secure lockout from accidental deployment while allowing for quick deployment with just one pull. This automatic knife boasts D2 steel and machined aluminum handles, available in three different sizes. If you’re looking for a tactical carry for critical situations, make sure to check your local knife laws regarding automatics and give the SOG-TAC Au your consideration.

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Cold Steel Engage

Cold Steel’s new Engage brings exceptional materials and high-performance features to the table for the hardworking EDCer who needs an equally hard-working knife. The beefy knife comes with a sizable 3.5” blade in S35VN steel, a premium and well-rounded steel that’s as resilient as it is performant and easy to maintain. You can deploy this clip point blade via ambidextrous thumb studs, secured during use by Cold Steel’s new slide-action Atlas lock. Pushing back on the lock at the top of the overbuilt G-10 handles lets the knife fold into a compact 4.69”, 6.6oz package.

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Deejo Custom Knives

Deejo is a French cutlery brand that creates ultra-lightweight knives that you can customize on their website, providing a plethora of options and personalized details to make a knife truly one-of-a-kind. They’ve launched even more new and original tattoo designs this year to add to the choices you can have etched onto the blade of any of their svelte and featherweight models, so it’s the best time ever to treat yourself to a custom new knife. Customizing your knife is easy on the MyDeejo site. You are greeted by a simple and responsive tool that visually reflects all your current design choices from the number of options available, including preferences for the size of the knife, blade finish, handle scales, and blade etching, all in a state of the art 3D interface. You also have the opportunity to engrave a name or a memorable quote to make the knife even more unique and personal. A personal and unique knife like this is the perfect addition to any collection, and a great way to partake in the holiday.

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Deejo Custom Knives

Deejo is a French cutlery brand that creates ultra-lightweight knives that you can customize on their website, providing a plethora of options and personalized details to make a knife truly one-of-a-kind for dad. They’ve launched even more new and original tattoo designs in 2022 to add to the choices you can have etched onto the blade of any of their svelte and featherweight models, so it’s the best time ever to treat him to a custom new knife.

Customizing his knife is easy on the MyDeejo site. You are greeted by a simple and responsive tool that visually reflects all your current design choices from the number of options available, including preferences for the size of the knife, blade finish, handle scales, and blade etching, all in a state of the art 3D interface. You also have the opportunity to engrave dad’s name or a memorable quote to make the knife even more unique and personal. Finish off the knife with your choice of handle material and Deejo will build and ship out dad’s unique gift in two business days.

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Gerber Savvy

Gerber’s new Savvy knife is as sleek as its name, with a slim profile packed with premium features. It’s designed as an ambidextrous, one-handed pocketknife with an extra-smooth deployment and part of Gerber’s made in the USA line built with care in small batches, making it a special gift for dad.

The Savvy’s larger 3.5” blade comes in a premium 20CV blade steel, best known for its exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance, in an uncommon but versatile wharncliffe blade shape that allows precise cuts. A pivot lock with anti-rotation washers provides secure blade support and a frictionless deployment through a thumb stud. Its handles come in aluminum or carbon fiber scales, or you can go full custom materials, colors, and laser marks for dad using Gerber’s Custom shop.

Last but not least, a textured pocket clip and lanyard hole let dad carry this classic knife with modern features according to his preference.

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SOG Terminus XR Damascus

The Terminus XR is one of SOG’s best everyday knives, and a new Damascus pattern for its blade is just the thing to add some flair to dad’s EDC. There’s plenty for dad to like on the Terminus XR, including a versatile 2.95” blade in a subtle clip point shape. He can deploy the blade in three ways: via the ambidextrous thumb studs, kicking out the blade via an exposed tab, and flicking the knife open by disengaging the super-strong and ambidextrous XR lock.

And when he’s done for the day, the Terminus’s blade folds into its G10 and carbon fiber handles, where a reversible clip also makes it easy for him to deep pocket carry the knife. As a special offer to EDC readers, you can get 25% off the Terminus XR Damascus with code EDCDAD22 through June 19th.  

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Kershaw Cargo

As its name suggests, the Kershaw Cargo is a knife built to carry and use for the long haul. Its simplicity is efficient, and extremely lightweight at 2.3 oz. Plus, with a 3.25” blade with an extended belly in hardworking D2 tool steel for all dad’s slicing needs. The knife is fully ambidextrous from its dual thumb studs for manual opening to its reversible clip and especially its mid-lock on the back of the handles. The handles themselves are glass-filled nylon reinforced with steel liners to handle dad’s heaviest tasks, with unique handle contouring, texturing, and chamfered edges for comfort even during hard use.

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Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition Knife and Tool Sharpener

Every knife on this list eventually needs maintenance, as a well-maintained and sharp knife is a safe one. Give dad the best and easiest system with Work Sharp’s Ken Onion Edition Knife and Tool Sharpener. It can sharpen everything from a fine scalpel up to a lawnmower blade. Designed in collaboration with renowned knifemaker Ken Onion, this mechanical sharpener uses flexible abrasive belts and an angled holder that lets you select between 15 and 30 degrees to match your blade.

Aside from the design’s ease of use and flexibility, the Ken Onion Edition Knife and Tool Sharpener is handy if dad has special grind needs on his knives. He can also use the system on knives with full or partial serrations without too much fuss, especially when adding the Blade Grinding Attachment for extra control and surface area. The standard Ken Onion Edition comes with five belts ranging from an ultra-coarse 120 grit for reprofiling and fixing broken blades to a 6000 grit belt that lets him apply a mirror polish on his edges.

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The James Brand Carter

Dad deserves no less than the most advanced (and arguably most handsome) knife from The James Brand: the Carter. It’s chock-full of EDC-friendly features, starting with its ideal 2.8“ drop point blade made of a highly corrosion-resistant VG-10 stainless steel. It’s supported by The James Brand’s ambidextrous slide lock for simple and secure operation, with an enlarged thumb disk for easy opening. 3D-machined G10 scales give the knife excellent grip and ergonomics, while a reversible deep carry clip and lanyard insert let him choose his favorite way to carry the knife.

The Carter comes with more options than ever to dial in the perfect style and size for dad, including options for handle color and material (G-10 and Micarta), the option for a partially serrated blade, and even a larger XL profile that bumps up the blade size to 3.3 inches.

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CIVIVI Brazen C2023C

For the dads looking for a more tactical addition to their toolkit, CIVIVI’s new Brazen makes a strong point to be their next knife. Front and center is the Brazen’s striking 3.46” tanto blade in D2 steel, blacked out and stonewashed for a wicked profile. Dad can deploy the blade via dual thumb studs or the Brazen’s flipper tab, with a liner lock securing it in place. Equally stealthy black G-10 makes up the handles, with a reversible pocket clip and a lanyard slot built into the backspacer for dad to carry to his preference.

From June 1st to June 20th, CIVIVI is offering up to 25% discount on select knives, including the  Brazen, and a special gift pack with a handkerchief, stickers, and a thank you note while supplies last.

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Cold Steel Engage

Cold Steel’s new Engage brings exceptional materials and high-performance features to the table for the hardworking dad who needs an equally hard-working knife. The beefy knife comes with a sizable 3.5” blade in S35VN steel, a premium and well-rounded steel that’s as resilient as it is performant and easy to maintain.

Dad can deploy this clip point blade via ambidextrous thumb studs, secured during use by Cold Steel’s new slide-action Atlas lock. Pushing back on the lock at the top of the overbuilt G-10 handles lets the knife fold into a compact 4.69”, 6.6oz package. You can grab the Engage at a 25% discount with code EDCDAD22, valid from June 2nd to the 19th, giving you plenty of time to order it for Father’s Day.

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The design of the knife leans towards a sleeker and more slender profile, with the reversible deep carry pocket clip updated to be a bit stronger to ensure the knife stays secure in your pocket even at the lighter weight. But rest assured—the knife is still a serious contender as your next everyday knife. The blade length carries well in most locales, and can slice its way through most tasks thanks to a similar cryogenic heat treatment that gets it to an HRC of 60-62, finished in titanium nitride. And thanks to the new handles, this is one of the lightest and most robust knives you can carry yet.

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SOG Stout FLK Blackout

This blacked-out little chonker of a knife isn’t just a great gift, it’s a great EDC blade overall that anyone into gear can appreciate. It hits this nice balance of pocket-friendly yet capable with its well-proportioned “little big knife” design language, measuring just 3.77“ closed. The shorter 2.62” CRYO D2 steel blade may be stout, but it’s surprisingly robust and its clip point geometry maximizes the usable cutting edge to handle general EDC tasks.

Despite its smaller blade, it’s still easy to operate thanks to an enlarged thumbhole and rear flipper tab, offering multiple ways to deploy the blade. It locks into a sturdy steel frame lock to withstand heavy use, while black G10 scales and hardware round out the knife.

If you want to gift a capable knife that carries easily and discreetly, the Stout FLK Blackout is a great choice.

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SOG Pillar Blackout

Maybe they’ve got their EDC knife situation sorted. Maybe, just maybe, they’d appreciate a blacked-out fixed blade to have the most badass knife on the campsite, or to complete their tactical bug out bag kit. Whatever they might use a fixed blade for, the SOG Pillar was designed to get it done. SOG worked with field professionals to optimize the blade for the most demanding critical missions a regular-sized EDC pocket knife can’t handle.

This American-made knife boasts a 5“ clip point blade in premium S35VN steel with a black Cerakote finish and linen micarta handles. To help them carry this 9.9” long, full-tang fixed blade, it comes with a Kydex sheath they can mount to their bag or carry rig of choice.

If you’re shopping for someone who appreciates a good knife, tactical gear, or spending time outdoors, don’t skip the Pillar Blackout.

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SOG ParaShears Black

The EDCer on your list probably already knows how fun it is to put together an EDC. So if you think they’d enjoy assembling a new kind of kit, like a first aid kit, the SOG ParaShears are a great entry point.

Designed to meet the needs of first responders, this shears-based multi-tool is an excellent addition to a first aid kit or emergency bag. Some key functions include shears, a strap cutter, glass breaker, and multiple screwdrivers. The ParaShears also feature SOG’s Compound Leverage technology to make it even easier make cuts compared to your run-of-the-mill shears. They even fold up for maximum portability, making them especially versatile for the amount of space they take up.

If you’re shopping for someone who loves to be prepared, these blacked-out SOG ParaShears should do the trick this holiday season.

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Glow Rhino Ember Glow Fob

You know that one friend or loved one who always seems to be asking “Have you seen my keys? I swore they were right here…”? They could use some help in keeping an eye on their stuff, and the Glow Rhino Ember Glow Fob is a stylish way to do it.

It’s a compact key fob with a tritium vial inside. Tritium is a self-illuminating isotope that glows without batteries, solar charging or any external power source. This glow is visible from up to 30 feet away and will last for 10+ years, so it’ll be awhile before they need to replace it. The tube is contained inside an injection Molded Polycarbonate Casing, making it lightweight and waterproof.

Finally, you’ll also find a glass-breaker tip on one of its ends for emergency situations, helping your giftee stay prepared for anything. And at just $19.99, the Glow Rhino Ember is a relatively affordable way to add some glow to their gear this holiday season.

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Heroclip Carabiner Clip & Hook

Carabiners are one of those pieces of gear you never knew you needed until you have them. Help them consolidate their EDC with this convenience-packed stocking stuffer. Originally used as climbing tools, carabiners have slowly sipped their way into the EDC world and its easy to see why. They’re a practical way to attach two or more pieces of gear together, carry bigger items in your belt loop, or help you keep your gear off the ground, for security and hygiene reasons.

The Heroclip grabs this idea and takes it one step further by integrating a 360-degree swivel hook to help the user hang their items from even the most awkward of mounting points. In places where other carabiners wouldn’t work like table edges, shelves and even doors, the Heroclip excels at, elevating your gear from the ground and keeping it at a hand’s reach. Finally, despite its compact and lightweight design, the Heroclips aluminum & stainless steel construction allows it to carry up to 100lbs depending on which size you pick.

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Stanley Drinkware

When it comes to making double-walled insulated vacuum drinkware, Stanley has a leg up on the competition. After all, they have over a hundred years of experiencing making these daily EDC essentials that help keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold, ever since William Stanley Jr. invented the design in 1913. With that kind of expertise, Stanley continues to innovate and expand the range of products they offer, giving you a wide range of options aside from their traditional tall coffee and water bottle thermal flasks.

That variety makes them a great one-stop shop for anyone on your gift list this year. They have everything from a double-wall insulated beer pint, traditional coffee flasks, a nice camp mug, and even a large French press that’ll keep that essential drink hot for hours. And to make the gift-giving even easier this year, their ongoing Holiday Sale gives you up to 50% off on select drinkware, letting you and your loved ones enjoy your favorite drinks in the best possible way.

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G-SHOCK Virtual World Collection

G-SHOCKs offer some of the toughest timepieces you can put on your wrist, but they’re also creative canvases to show off stylish flair. The new Virtual World collection redesign’s G-SHOCK’s popular analog-digital models to mix both a minimalist blacked-out base and striking, bold blue-and-violet colorways as seen in virtual reality concerts, video games, and retro aesthetics.

The collection features three of G-SHOCK’s most popular models as of late: the GA2100, GA700, and GA900, each offering a distinct style and unique set of features. The GA2100VB-1A is one of the most popular models of the past few years, and features a standout octagonal bezel and thin case featuring a super-tough carbon core guard structure. The GA700VB-1A and GA900VB-1A both sport large, rugged cases with metallic dials, hand shift functions, and more across their detailed faces, each featuring vibrant hands in the virtual reality style, a negative digital display, and digital readouts for timekeeping. 

All three of the watches include Super LED backlights for enhanced readability, among a solid suite of features including 200M of water resistance, alarms, timers, world time, and a full auto calendar and stopwatch.

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The James Brand Redstone

Sporting an innovative design and unique aesthetic, the Redstone by The James Brand might just be the new addition the knife nut on your list has been looking for. Co-designed with professional rock-climber and photographer Savannah Cummins, the Redstone was made to go anywhere, and go lightly. It sports a compact 2.5“drop point blade made out of Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel, giving it a high corrosion resistance and edge retention. The blade also features a serrated portion at the bottom along with generous jimping on the spine for heavier-duty tasks.

Moving on the handles, you’ll find its most distinctive feature, the Redstone’s island design. These ”bumps” will allow you to rest at least one finger in between the islands at all times, offering a more comfortable, more secure grip. A Slide-Lock design, an ambidextrous finger-hole opening and a formed wire deep carry pocket clip round out its features.

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Supcase UB Pro

If they seem to drop their devices a bit too often, gifting them peace of mind might be a good idea; and that’s exactly what they’ll get with one of Supcase’s UB Pro cases. Touted as the ultimate drop-proof cases, the UB Pro’s have far exceeded mil-spec standards for shock resistance. They’ve also been professionally tested, surviving drops from up to 50 feet. Some customers have even reported running over their phones (with the case on) with a lawnmower, dropping them into a campfire and even throwing it out of windows at high speeds and still having them survive.

For further durability, the UB Pros also come with a transparent, scratch resistant screen protector (where applicable) to keep your devices in tip-top shape. They’re available for iPhones, Android devices, iPad Mini’s, AirPods and even Galaxy Buds at very affordable prices, so they can stay protected without you having to break the bank. They even have a promo going on right now; buy 1, get 10% off, buy 2, get 20% off or buy 3 and get 30% off.

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Dango Watches

While you might recognize Dango for their rock-solid EDC wallets, they know how to extend their design expertise beyond the pocket and onto your wrist, too. Dango brings the thoughtful features, reliable construction, and rugged utilitarian aesthetic they’re known for to their collection of watches.

They offer three different timepieces with their own distinct style to match the EDCer on your list. They’re housed in a beefy 45mm 316L stainless steel case with a domed mineral crystal and 50M water resistance.

The Dapper model makes for a stylish yet functional dress watch with its minimalist face and Italian leather band. The R-SPEC model sports a carbon fiber construction and speedometer-inspired dial, perfect if the person on your list loves to live life in the fast lane. Last but not least, the Spec-Ops model is designed for the tactical EDCer: its highly legible dial features a 24-hour sub-dial, and the case is finished with a rugged Cerakote coating for abrasion, heat, and scratch-resistance.

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Gerber Pocket Cleavers and Compact Multi-Tools

If the person on your list loves collecting knives, these popular “pocket cleavers” from Gerber are sure to please. Even better, Gerber is offering up to 30% off select knives and multi-tools from December 3rd to December 8th so you can save big on stocking stuffers.

One highlight from the sale is the Flatiron, which was an instant crowd favorite when it released thanks to its 3.6“ cleaver-style steel blade in a convenient folding form factor and sturdy aluminum handles. The Quadrant is a sleeker, dressier pocket cleaver with a blacked out blade contrasted with bamboo handles. It sports a flipper tab for fast deployment that’s both fun and functional. There’s the Key Note, a super compact keychain knife, and the Shard and Dime, timeless and useful compact EDC multi-tools.

And if you’re shopping for an EDCer who knows their way around the kitchen, the Tri-Tip mini cleaver makes for a unique gift too. Thanks to its extra-wide beveling, this fixed blade knife is proficient at scraping, while its traditional cleaver shape and handle position make it perfect for chopping, cutting, and slicing.

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Pelican G5 RF Field Wallet

Pelican is famous in the EDC community for their bombproof cases that help keep highly fragile (and expensive) gear protected from water, mud, impacts and everything else you might think of. Help your giftee keep some of the most important parts of their EDC as safe as they can be with the Pelican G5 RF Field Wallet. Thanks to its aircraft grade aluminum exterior, the wallet stays not only crushproof, but also “hackerproof” since aluminum blocks RFID signals. It features a clamshell opening, which is secured by a snap-latch system along with a gasket o-ring seal that keeps it waterproof to an IP67 standard.

Inside, the organization is divided in two sections, one with an elastomeric strap for all of their cards and a bottom mesh ready to hold cash, coins and even a spare key. And if they need even more space, an elastic band has also been placed on the exterior to hold onto additional folded bills. An included lanyard attachment point offers additional options for a convenient carry.

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Ridge Bolt Action Pens

Ridge’s foray into the machined pen market features high-quality construction, a fun deployment mechanism, and a smooth writing experience fit for every EDC. Like their signature minimalist wallet, the Bolt Action Pen showcases two resilient materials: durable 6061 aluminum for a lighter option on both your pocket and your wallet, and titanium for a premium and collectible alternative. Regardless of the material you choose, the Ridge Bolt Action Pen was designed with balance in mind: the weight of all its components have been evenly distributed throughout the pen for a more comfortable writing experience.

The namesake action features an L-shaped bolt action deployment which reduces the chances of accidental activation inside your pockets, while also serving a fun fidgeting experience for folks with busy hands, or as a focal point to help you concentrate if you’re easily distracted. Deploying the bolt reveals the pen’s pressurized refill, letting you lay down lines on most surfaces and in most temperatures and conditions. A manganese spring steel clip and compact 5.3″ length rounds out the Bolt Action Pen’s features, offering you ease of storage and EDC.

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Pioneer Carry Forest Wallets

Wallets have come a long way from just using good old fashion leather for their construction. Such is the case with Pioneer’s “Altitude“ and “Division“ wallets, made out of 10XD and 3PN technical fabrics, ready to take on the outdoors or the concrete jungle. Now in a new ”Forest“ green colorway, 10XD is not only 10 times stronger than steel by weight, but also waterproof, abrasion resistant, and uniquely grippy. 3PN on the other hand is an ultra-dense 3-ply nylon ripstop that comes in an appealing matte finish.

The Altitude features a vertical layout, with space for 4-8 cards and full-length bills. The Division comes in a horizontal layout instead and is roomier, with space for 4-12 cards as well as cash. Thanks to their special construction, both wallets remain remarkably light at only 1.7oz and 2 oz respectively; not to mention way slimmer than leather, a perfect solution for keeping your giftee’s pockets bulk-free.

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SOG Surrept 24 CS Daypack

Help the person on your list keep their EDC gear organized and secure while they commute with this essential backpack from SOG. With 24L of total capacity, the Surrept 24 CS is more than ready for a full day’s worth of essentials. This space is divided between multiple compartments and pockets laid out in a clever manner to help the user stay organized. Inside the main compartment, you’ll find a both a padded laptop sleeve as well as a tablet pocket to keep their devices protected while they’re away from home.

To help keep their smaller essentials protected and at a hand’s reach, the Surrept 24 CS comes with an admin panel on the front as well as a horizontal zip pocket and a key leash. The back of the pack also features a “hidden” pocket, complimented with a loop panel for attaching additional gear like a holster for a CCW. Finally, a 420D ripstop nylon construction will keep it both lightweight and durable, perfect for adventures in the city or the outdoors.

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SOG PowerAccess Deluxe

If they love practical gifts, it doesn’t get much more practical than a well-equipped multi-tool such as the PowerAccess Deluxe. With 21 tools, you can be sure that the DIYer on your list won’t be missing anything when they start their next project. They’ll get the usual suspects like needle-nose pliers, a plain edge blade and different kinds of screwdrivers along with heavier-duty newcomers like a wood saw, a serrated knife, and a jewelry driver. Unique to the PowerAccess Deluxe is its compound leverage system, which multiplies the user’s grip strength while using the pliers, reducing the amount of effort needed for a job well done. It comes in a sleek stealth black in high corrosion resistance 5Cr15Mov stainless steel, with a nylon sheath and 12-piece hex bit kit for an all-in-one DIY and EDC ensemble.

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Dango MC01 Titanium Money Clip

If you know the person you’re shopping for still likes carrying cash, a money clip is a great gift idea. But don’t settle for any old money clip—give them something unique, multi-functional, and tough as nails. The Dango MC01 Titanium Money Clip checks all those boxes with its metal plate construction that clamps onto cash for a confident carry. Thanks to titanium’s unique ability to spring back into shape while resisting deformation, the MC01 Money Clip can easily secure folded bills, whether it’s a single note or a fat stack.

And if they need to carry even more, there’s an optional silicone band that can hold onto 30 additional folded bills as well as 10 cards. It’s available in Silver, Black and Gold so you can choose the one that best suits their style.

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Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite Knife Sharpener

Any knife collector on your list will know that a little knife maintenance and proper sharpening will go a long way in extending the longevity of the blades they cherish so much. And while many professional sharpeners seem intimidating to use, the Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite was designed to deliver razor-sharp knives with ease in mind. Aside from accessibility, the Precision Adjust Elite also offers a tremendous amount of flexibility, providing 7 different abrasive grits, including fine ceramic and a leather strop.

This, combined with adjustable angles from 15 to 30 degrees allows the user to sharpen each knife according to their specific use; from doing a quick touch-up, to correcting a factory mistake, to giving the knife a mirror-polish. If they’re a knife nut, they’re going to love this sharpener by Work Sharp.

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Ridge Wallet Essential Kit

If you’ve noticed their wallet looks worse for wear and they could use a modern upgrade, look no further than the massively popular Ridge Wallet. To cover their bases, gift them the Ridge Essential Kit with all the fixings. At the heart of the kit, you’ll find Ridge’s iconic wallet, composed of two plates along with an elastic band, allowing them to carry up to 12 cards. Thanks to a 6061-T6 aluminum construction, all the cards inside the wallet will be RFID protected. Along with the wallet, the kit also includes a cavity tray accessory that you can attach to it to carry spare coins and keys.

If they’re the type to still carry cash, they can choose between a cash strap and a money clip to carry folded bills. Finally, for peace of mind, the Essential Kit will also provide Ridge’s “Ridge Care protection” for lost and stolen wallets. Grab one at 40% off from Ridge at the link below.

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Gerber Truss Multi Tool

Gerber’s full-sized Truss multi-tool is an all-inclusive force to be reckoned with in your toolbox, packing 17 functions into its blacked out frame. Its handles are cut from single pieces of steel, skeletonized to keep the overall weight down to 8.4 ounces. But within the lighter weight are heavy-hitting tools, including spring-loaded pliers and scissors, and an ensemble of blades, cutters, openers, and drivers.

There’s even functionality for specialized tasks like a ruler, awl, and file, and a lanyard hole for keeping it close when out of its nylon sheath. And the best part: save for the pliers, all its tools are accessible on the outside of the handles, and lockable to prevent mishaps during tougher tasks. 

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Salomon Outlife Duffel 25

Sometimes people need a bit of time away from the busy life of the city to recharge. Whether that means going on a hiking trip or a weekend getaway, the Salomon Outlife Duffel was designed to be their adventure-ready companion, well-equipped to haul their gear and essentials along for the ride. The Outlife Duffel bag features a 25-liter capacity that’s perfect for short haul trips, divided into a main compartment, a shoe compartment, and multiple pockets.

It can be carried three different ways: over the shoulder, as a backpack, or by hand thanks to a top carry handle. Salomon doesn’t skimp on their high performance, outdoors-ready materials either: the Outlife Duffel combines ballistic nylon, heavy-coated ripstop fabrics and YKK zippers to keep their essentials protected and dry. The Outlife Duffel also comes in 45, 75 and 100-liter sizes to suit all of your needs.  

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My Medic Solo First Aid Kit

If the person on your list is the kind of EDCer who loves to stay prepared for anything, they’ll appreciate the Solo First Aid Kit by My Medic. Its compact 8“ x 5.5” footprint is perfect for carrying in the trunk of a car, inside a larger backpack, or even attached to their belt loop. Despite its portability, the Solo First Aid Kit manages to fit 20+ first aid items inside, conveniently preparing them for all sorts of situations; from cuts and scrapes, insect bites, fevers and stomach pain, burns and other minor injuries. 

Aside from the usual first aid items, the kit also includes the proper tools to accompany them, such as EMT shears, tweezers, a pair of gloves and even a whistle to call for help. If you want a gift that gives peace of mind, the Solo First Aid Kit is sure to please. 

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VSSL JAVA Coffee Grinder

If there’s a coffeehead among your loved ones you’ve probably already heard that they prefer to grind their own beans. However, that might not be an option when they’re at work, on a hiking trip or generally away from their kitchen. That’s why VSSL came up with a solution for this problem in the form of the JAVA Coffee Grinder, a portable coffee grinder ready for the rough and tumble of EDC. Made out of stainless steel and military-grade aluminum, the JAVA Coffee Grinder measures in at 6“ long and 2” in diameter, only slightly longer than a regular soda can.

To help you carry it, it features what they call a “Clip and Flip carabiner.” It’s a convertible handle that pulls double duty as the grinding lever once you attach the magnetized hand grip knob. One minute of grinding gets them one full cup of coffee, making it a quick and easy way to ensure the person on your list gets their quality caffeine fix on the go. Just in time for the holidays, the JAVA Coffee Grinder is now available in three colors, including, black tusk white and predator green.  Check it out at the link below. 

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G-SHOCK MUDMASTER GWG2000

If the person on your list is an outdoor enthusiast, get them a watch that’s as adventurous as they are. The New G-SHOCK Forged Carbon MUDMASTER GWG2000 is built tough enough to depend on, whether they’re out on the trail or really roughing it in the field. This timepiece features a forged carbon bezel and Carbon Core Guard structure for unmatched durability for its light weight plus sapphire crystal to ensure high visibility. True to its name, the MUDMASTER is equipped for the harshest and most extreme conditions thanks to its dust-, impact-, and mud-resistant construction with 200M of water resistance. 

Wearers can feel more in control of their next adventure with Triple Sensor features including a digital compass, barometer/thermometer, and altimeter. The GWG2000 has the brains to match its brawn in the form of a dozen useful features for timekeeping and data tracking. In the timekeeping aspect they’ll have access to a 1/100-second stopwatch, 5 daily alarms, a countdown timer and world time for 29 time zones + UTC. Of course, the watch keeps accurate time too, thanks to its multi-band 6-radio controlled timekeeping and solar-powered battery.

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Deejo MyDeejo Custom Knives

With so many options to choose from it can be hard to find the perfect pocket knife to gift to that special person on your list. That’s why Deejo stepped up to the task with MyDeejo, their knife customization service featuring a robust catalog of materials, designs and sizes, so you can make your gift truly stand a cut above the rest. Deejo are known for their slim, feather-weight knives, with their lowest offering weighing in at only 15 grams. A 3.7“ blade will take care of almost any everyday task, while a liner lock makes sure it stays in place.

To customize your gift to their tastes, you can choose from three different sizes of knife, three different types of blade finish, over 70 laser-engraved tattoo designs for the blade, multiple handle materials, and even custom text to make the knife that much more special.

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Streamlight^® MacroStream^® USB

If you’d like to bring a little light into their lives (pun intended), the Streamlight^® MacroStream^® USB is more than fit for the task. Whether they’re a serious gear head or a practical person who gets things done, they’ll appreciate the MacroStream^® USB’s impressive output of 500 lumens and 90-meter range. The MacroStream^® USB’s simple operation is ideal for those who want a no-frills tool to get the job done, with its 500-lumen High mode lasting for 2 hours and 50-lumen Low mode that runs for 8 hours.

For carry options, this pocket torch features a pocket clip, which, combined with a reduced weight of 2.2 oz, will make it easy to attach to a hat for hands-free illumination or to practically disappear inside their pockets.

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Kershaw Kapsule Spear Point Pocket Knife

If the person you’re shopping for loves collecting cool, unique knives, they’ll appreciate the Kershaw Kapsule for its OTF (out the front) deployment and low-profile silhouette. The Kapsule mixes the convenience of a utility knife with the robust build of a pocket knife, resulting in a compact OTF knife that delivers the best of both worlds. Its out-the-front manual deployment that works similarly to how a utility blade would work: just push the button-lock and slide it forwards until the 8Cr13MoV blade locks in place.

This is a smaller 1.9“ blade featuring a spearpoint shape with a single edge, making it proficient at piercing and cutting work and legal to carry in more locales. The Kapsule’s beautifully funky yet functional design from renowned knife designer Jens Ansø makes it a great gift any knife nut or EDCer would enjoy.

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Custom Engraved SOG Knives

SOG is probably best known for their quality pocket knives, making them a good place to start your gift shopping. SOG has continued to improve the quality and designs of their knives across the board to cater to EDC enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and uniformed professionals in the field alike. To take things to the next level, they offer custom engraving of text and logos on their blades too. The service is a great way to make the gift of being prepared that much more special with a touch of personalization.

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SOG Flash AT Pocket Knife

For the knife nut on your list, consider one of our favorite SOG knives: the Flash AT. We’ve recommended it as one of the best pocket knives you can get today, especially if they appreciate the quick, satisfying action of assisted-opening knives. In addition to its snappy deployment mechanism, the Flash AT also features SOG’s AT-XR Lock. It’s ambidextrous, easy to use, and safely locks the knife from accidentally opening and keeps it locked in place even under hard use. The Flash AT’s 3.45“ D2 steel blade handles cutting and slicing tasks with ease thanks to its combination of versatile blade shape, cryogenically heat-treated edge retention, and titanium nitride coating for corrosion resistance. All this knife won’t weigh them down either thanks to its beautifully bold Civic Cyan GRN handles, with 10 styles available to fit your style and your carry.

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SOG PowerAccess Deluxe

If they love practical gifts, it doesn’t get much more practical than a well-equipped multi-tool such as the PowerAccess Deluxe. With 21 tools, you can be sure that the DIYer on your list won’t be missing anything when they start their next project. They’ll get the usual suspects like needle-nose pliers, a plain edge blade and different kinds of screwdrivers along with heavier-duty newcomers like a wood saw, a serrated knife, and a jewelry driver. Unique to the PowerAccess Deluxe is its compound leverage system, which multiplies the user’s grip strength while using the pliers, reducing the amount of effort needed for a job well done. It comes in a sleek stealth black in high corrosion resistance 5Cr15Mov stainless steel, with a nylon sheath and 12-piece hex bit kit for an all-in-one DIY and EDC ensemble.

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SOG Surrept 24 CS Daypack

There are plenty of reasons why commuting to work or school can be a drag for the person on your list—don’t let their backpack be one of them. SOG’s Surrept CS Daypack was designed to prepare the user for just about anything a hectic day might throw their way. At 24L in capacity, it’s sized just right for holding a full day’s worth of essentials in its slew of compartments. The main compartment boasts a padded laptop sleeve as well as a tablet pocket to keep their devices protected on the go. An admin panel on the front ensures their smaller essentials remain secure, organized, and within reach. The CCW-compatible backpack is built with 420D ripstop nylon for a tough yet lightweight carry experience, finished with 2-way lockable zippers for peace of mind when facing bad weather or traveling to parts unknown.

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SOG PopGrip Tool

If the person on your list spends a little too much time on their phone, the least you can do is gift them something that’ll improve the experience while adding some extra functionality to their EDC to boot. SOG joined forces with the popular phone grip makers at PopGrip to produce this ingenuous accessory: it’s a phone grip and stand that’s equipped with an integrated mini multi-tool. The tool is held in place magnetically via SOG’s TwistMag latching system, keeping it secured when you don’t need it, and just one twist away when you do. The multi-tool boasts a slotted screwdriver that doubles as a pry tool, 1/4“ and 4mm hex bit slots, and a handy bottle opener. If you want a stocking stuffer that’s stuffed with features, the SOG PopGrip is a great choice.

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SOG 35th Anniversary T-shirt

For the diehard SOG fans in your life, surprise them with some serious SOG swag. To celebrate 35 years of being in business, SOG is offering commemorative t-shirts. They didn’t phone it in with a boring logo design either. For this special occasion, SOG commissioned artist Karly Kennedy to do the design. The result is a beautiful composition that incorporates many symbols that represent SOG’s history and values. Imagery like an owl for wisdom, a snake as a nod to the MACV-SOG heritage, a third-eye to represent self-recognition, an hourglass for time, a halo for something everlasting, and a skull, which represents rebirth when paired with wings. The shirt itself is made from a blend of cotton, polyester, and rayon for a comfy fit the person on your list deserves.

And to even better match your EDC, the shirt is a perfect companion and tribute to SOG’s Vision XR LTE 35 Year Edition, a limited edition, serialized, and premium tanto blade. It comes with a 3.36″ CRYO CTS XHP bladedressed up with tiger stripes, and fits right in the theme of SOG’s landmark anniversary.

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The updated Terminus XR LTE exemplifies SOG’s pursuit of improvement, using carbon fiber liners in the handle to tip the scales even less than the already rock-solid original knife. SOG’s commitment to reinvention and innovation shines brightly with these two new knives, and they should be high up on your list when looking to add to or upgrade your everyday carry folding knife collection.

SOG Ultra XR

The Ultra XR lives up to its name of with some of the best combinations of extreme materials and performance in a knife, executing with an eye-catching CRYO CPM S35VN clip point blade in a gold colorway and a premium carbon fiber handle that offers great contrast as well as ultra-lightweight performance. It’s a complementary pair of features, with the blade being an elite steel with tough and corrosion-resistant properties, strengthened even more with cryogenic heat treatment and a titanium nitride finish, nestled in one of the best strength-to-weight ratio materials available.

The knife itself weighs just 1.2 ounces for barely-there carry, enhanced by the fact that the blade itself is super-thin with a 0.08“ thickness along its 2.8“ length. The secure XR lock in the thin handles can hold the blade in place without a stop bar inside the handle, contributing even more to the narrow profile. And thanks to this profile, the Ultra XR’s titanium money clip can even double as a money clip to consolidate your cash and card essentials into one discreet package.

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Terminus XR LTE

LTE stands for “Light Edition,” and this updated Terminus XR LTE is 30% lighter than the original at just 2.2 oz. The weight savings comes from the use of a combination of G10 and carbon fiber in the skeletonized handle and scales, and minimizing everything else save for the XR lock that holds the 2.95″ CYRO CPM-S35VN clip point blade into place after you kick it open with the flipper tab or thumb studs.

Like the Ultra XR, the design of the knife leans towards a sleeker and more slender profile, with the reversible deep carry pocket clip updated to be a bit stronger to ensure the knife stays secure in your pocket even at the lighter weight. But rest assured—the knife is still a serious contender as your next everyday knife. The blade length carries well in most locales, and can slice its way through most tasks thanks to a similar cryogenic heat treatment that gets it to an HRC of 60-62, finished in titanium nitride. And thanks to the new handles, this is one of the lightest and most robust knives you can carry yet.

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If there’s one brand that’s been on a redemption arc and should definitely be on your radar lately, it’s SOG. Back when we first started covering EDC in 2009, SOG had a reputation for being popular with the tactical EDC crowd, thanks to their all-black designs decked out with aggressive styling, skulls and all. That isn’t the reputation SOG had initially, and it’s one that the brand has been working hard to move away from. 

In a triumphant return to form, SOG’s latest and upcoming products have demonstrated innovation, attention to customer needs, and improved quality across the board. I’ve personally seen the transformation take place year by year with each new knife or tool I handle from the brand and after having the opportunity to speak to the team at different trade shows. In this retrospective I’ll highlight how SOG reinvented itself by returning to its roots, one tool at a time.

Our story begins in Vietnam, where members of a highly classified US special ops unit—known as MACV-SOG—carried a unique combat knife into the jungle on covert missions. Years later, in 1986, that knife inspired a young designer named Spencer Frazer to found SOG Specialty Knives. His mission: to reproduce the original SOG Bowie knife and pay tribute to the special ops unit that created it. The knives were high quality and purpose-driven for the most demanding clientele. As time went on and the company underwent changes in management, the premium design and innovation that put SOG on the map took a back seat in pursuit of rapid growth. As a result, they pivoted their product offering to cater to a more mainstream crowd.

During this time SOG did put out a few beloved knives and easy recommendations for EDCers, like the Flash and Twitch models. But along with those hits were several products that took risks that didn’t quite succeed and certain design motifs that were a far cry from the sleek SOG offerings we see today. It was common to see their knives from the 2010s with heavy-handed “SOG” branding all over the knife (from the blade to handle to pocket clip) or the Beret-wearing MACV-SOG skull emblem making an appearance.

It became clear that SOG’s initial mission and later designs didn’t align — there were some instances of innovation, but for niche or questionable use cases. There were plenty of designs, but each one would position the brand further and further from the premium niche they carved for themselves from the outset.

Foreshadowing Change

After year-after-year declines, SOG brought in new leadership to right ship. In 2017 we saw some foreshadowing of SOG’s new direction. I first saw SOG’s willingness to change with the Baton series of multi-tools. While it might not resemble where SOG is today, it was a radically different form factor for multi-tools that came as real innovation at the time, and a markedly different design direction for the mostly tactical status quo for the brand. 

This was echoed in the Terminus, a decidedly less tactical knife option from the brand whose lineup was saturated with blacked out, aggressive tactical knives. The ultra-compact Sync II, which could be worn as a belt buckle, was another example of a return to innovation and thinking outside the box. These products were the first early steps in the right direction for the brand—towards their roots—and they haven’t stopped since.

Wave 1: Making Waves from Ripples

By 2019, the new SOG was in full force. The transformation wasn’t just shown in the products, but in the brand image as well. The first wave of SOG products were recategorized for the end user, with distinct segmentation between outdoors, professional, and civilian EDC use. 

The Terminus XR was a personal standout for me and an excellent example of everything SOG had been going for: new lock technology, premium materials, and sleek design language with both function and form for demanding EDCers. I awarded it Best Knife of SHOT Show 2019 in my coverage of the event; it made that much of an impression. 

Other standouts that debuted that year include the Aegis AT, an impressive assisted folder positioned for the outdoor segment with its high-contrast color combinations and grippy handles, and the Ultra XR, a sleek update to their credit card-sized knife for the urban everyday carry crowd who don’t compromise performance and style. 

Rounding out the three distinct product categories is the Professional segment, which SOG knows best—offering top-notch materials and features for the most demanding tactical applications to satisfy the needs of the pros.

Wave 2: Widening the Scope

At SHOT Show 2020, SOG had officially rebranded and wanted the world to know. They debuted the LTE series, featuring lightweight versions of their successful prior models. The Terminus XR LTE was a strong showing from the brand: its carbon fiber handles improved upon the original Terminus XR by shaving weight and adding some style and elegance. It really proved SOG was able to move away from some of their clunky designs that were more tactical than practical, while still moving forward. 

SOG brought this new energy and design ethos beyond their knives, too. They brought on a new industrial softgoods designer to revamp their bag offerings and the result exceeded expectations. The Surrept series combined tactical features and modularities that EDCers and professionals alike looked for, imbued with materials and performance from technical outdoors packs. The new line of bags had something for almost any use case thanks to the many different capacities and carry styles, from pouch organizers to sling bags to three-day packs. 

In this second wave last year, SOG didn’t stop there. In a surprising but totally fitting collaboration, SOG partnered with PopSockets to spread the EDC philosophy of preparedness to a more casual demographic. The PopGrip multi-tool was a clever way to bring the utility-driven mindset to basically anyone with a smart phone. This is just one example of SOG’s user-first design process, where they identify a need and design a product to fulfill it.

Wave 3: Dialing In

This year, SOG’s sights were set on better serving the Professional market. Knives like the Pentagon OTF and SOG-TAC AU automatic were designed with tactical and personal defense applications in mind, offering lightning-quick deployment only automatics and out-the-front knives could deliver. 

Even in this more niche space, SOG showed their dedication to innovation with the Pentagon OTF. Its Dynamic Locking System provides secure lockup and eliminates rattle, resulting in a reliable switchblade that inspires confidence in use. SOG’s third wave doesn’t exclude civilian EDCers entirely, though, with Compact and CA-legal versions of their SOG-TAC AU automatic knife on the way.

What’s Next for SOG

After a few rocky years, we see SOG back in top form. It begs the question, where do they go from here? I reached out to SOG’s VP of brand, Jonathan Wegner, for some insight. According to Wegner, “there is still a lot of opportunity in the EDC space. As most readers of Everyday Carry will attest, when we walk out the door each day we consciously—or even unconsciously—make a deliberate decision on how we prepare for the day. We’re already making choices on how prepared we’re going to be with what we carry in our pockets and pack—wallet, keys, we add a cell phone as a modern part of our tool kit. But where go above and beyond is that we carry a knife, a tool, a certain pack set-up, a pistol, a light, a medkit, or a combination of these things to tackle whatever the day might throw at us. We carry not because it’s pocket bling, but because we take responsibility for our personal preparedness.”

“I don’t want to overly romanticize it, but I think a lot of us feel it is our personal duty to be self-reliant, part of this is that most EDC folk are avid problem solvers. Having said that, as EDCers we want things that suit our needs, having these items be an extension of our personal style is important, not just in aesthetics, but also use modes. So, there’s many layers to EDC, and lot so much opportunity for innovation and idea development, I think this is an area that you will see SOG push some more in the near future.”

It’s clear to me that Wegner deeply understands the needs of the EDC community at a personal level, so I’m especially excited to see their next wave focus on the EDC space. As the brand is set to reveal their upcoming 2022 line-up later this month, we’ll be keeping them on our radar. In the meantime, you can check out their current offerings at their website linked below.

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Surrept Carry System

Preparedness is at the heart of SOG’s new Surrept Carry System, a new line of EDC-friendly bags and packs that integrate into your daily routine by providing you the organizational space and storage that you need for any mission, whether big or small. Each of the six bags in the Surrept Carry System performs well for its intended uses, but they work even better in conjunction with one another.

The primary pack in the lineup best suited for daily carry is the mid-sized, 24L Surrept/24 CS. It offers ample storage for a full day’s worth of essentials and emergency gear, with clever organization throughout. You can access its main compartment via a top-half U-shaped zipper. Inside you’ll find a dedicated padded laptop sleeve and a tablet/document sleeve, with the rest of the compartment left empty. The bulk of the organization lies in the front pocket, which features an admin panel, horizontal zip pocket, and integrated key leash. Two water bottle pockets flank the sides of the bag, while a zip compartment on the base of the bag is perfect for stowing bulky items or gear you need in a pinch.

The Surrept/16 CS features many of the same features—including dedicated laptop storage—and design language, but in a smaller 16L capacity for more compact loadouts. And for EDCers with minimalist or maximalist kits, the Surrept/12 CS and the Surrept/36 CS are designed for travelers who want to stay organized, with 12 and 36 liters of storage, respectively. The Surrept/12 CS serves as an ultra-light, no-frills 12L daypack for your laptop and a few work essentials, and when zipped inside and out, acts as a packing cube for the larger, travel-focused Surrept/36 CS.

The Surrept Carry System offers other storage solutions in different sizes and capacities. The smallest is the 02 CS, a well-organized gear pouch designed to fit in the bottom compartment of the larger Surrept packs. Standout features include a removable insert that acts as a gear slip or pocket sheath, a pull handle for easy in-bag retrieval, and a free-standing base for desktop use. One size up is the 04 CS, a sizable waist-pack for carrying the essentials. It can be worn around the hips or slung across the chest, giving easy access to its main compartment or hidden loop field compartment for concealed carry. Its unique features include a secret internal compartment hidden by a magnetic flap, external loops for knife or flashlight storage, and a clever 3/4 zip that prevents gear from falling out when wearing the pack vertically.

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PopGrip Multitool

As EDCers you know we’re always looking to add utility wherever it can fit: in our pockets, on our keychains and even in our wallets, so it was only logical that we would also add it to the phones we carry every day. That’s where the SOG Multi-Tool comes in: it’s there when you need a tool, and invisible when you don’t. The tool may be small, but packs as much utility as it can in its body.

It features five functions, including a mini pry bar, a ¼” hex bit driver, a 4mm hex bit driver, and the old reliable bottle opener. The bottle opener part has an edge that’s sharp enough to help you open up packages, but not sharp enough to raise any eyebrows while you’re traveling. The SOG Multi-Tool also features deep machined grooves to provide you with extra purchase despite its tiny size.

If you’re worried about the tool falling off the socket accidentally, the PopGrip has you covered there. It uses a magnetic twist system that secures the multi-tool safely in place until you need it. This means that to detach it you have to intentionally twist it to stop making contact with the built-in magnets, in addition to the recessed groove the tool already sits in.

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LTE Knife Series

Not content to rest on their laurels after introducing their innovative new XR line of everyday carry pocketknives last year, SOG has further improved on their designs by making a few of them approximately 25% lighter by changing up the materials used and making them more friendly for people who prefer a less bulky and heavy EDC.

The Terminus XR was one of the highlights of SOG’s new XR line of knives last year, and in this new “LTE“ version of the knife SOG took community feedback to heart in order to make a lighter version of the knife that weighs the wearer down much less in the pockets at 2.35 oz total. The weight savings was done by swapping out the G10 liners of the original for more lightweight (and aesthetically pleasing) carbon fiber scales. Not content to leave it there, the Terminus XR LTE also features premium CPM-S35VN steel in its 3″ hollow-ground drop point blade, a step up from the D2 steel of last year’s model.

The Kiku XR LTE is an updated version of a knife that they released last year, but now featuring carbon fiber liners in the handle to weigh 25% lighter. This helps bring the knife down to a more manageable 4.31 oz in hand, and with its sculpted handle and slightly-recurved cryogenically heat-treated CTS-XHP stainless steel blade, you can get right down to work once you flip the blade open and lock it in place with the XR lock. Because the pocket clip is reversible, you can take advantage of the ambidextrous nature of the XR lock, letting you carry it tip up in either pocket, ready to go at a moment’s notice.

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As EDCers you know we’re always looking to add utility wherever it can fit: in our pockets, on our keychains and even in our wallets, so it was only logical that we would also add it to the phones we carry every day. That’s where the SOG Multi-Tool comes in: it’s there when you need a tool, and invisible when you don’t. The tool may be small, but packs as much utility as it can in its body.

It features five functions, including a mini pry bar, a ¼” hex bit driver, a 4mm hex bit driver, and the old reliable bottle opener. The bottle opener part has an edge that’s sharp enough to help you open up packages, but not sharp enough to raise any eyebrows while you’re traveling. The SOG Multi-Tool also features deep machined grooves to provide you with extra purchase despite its tiny size.

If you’re worried about the tool falling off the socket accidentally, the PopGrip has you covered there. It uses a magnetic twist system that secures the multi-tool safely in place until you need it. This means that to detach it you have to intentionally twist it to stop making contact with the built-in magnets, in addition to the recessed groove the tool already sits in.

Finally, in addition to PopGrips and PopChains, the SOG Multi-Tool is compatible with any PopMount 2, PopPower, and other wireless chargers by removing the PopSocket. And at only 1.44 oz, you’ll barely feel any added weight to your phone, but you will notice all the utility it provides in a pinch. Pick it up in two colors at the links below.

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The SOG Surrept Carry System of bags and pouches were designed with the everyday commuter in mind, while still featuring the technical construction and tactical features we EDCers look for in their bags. 

The result is a sleek range of packs that can blend into both urban and outdoor environments with the versatility to tackle work, travel, and emergencies alike.

Each of the six bags in the Surrept Carry System performs well for its intended uses, but they work even better in conjunction with one another. 

The primary pack in the lineup best suited for daily carry is the mid-sized, 24L Surrept/24 CS. It offers ample storage for a full day’s worth of essentials and emergency gear, with clever organization throughout. You can access its main compartment via a top-half U-shaped zipper. Inside you’ll find a dedicated padded laptop sleeve and a tablet/document sleeve, with the rest of the compartment left empty. The bulk of the organization lies in the front pocket, which features an admin panel, horizontal zip pocket, and integrated key leash. 

But the storage doesn’t stop there: a hidden rear section under the pack’s straps conceals a customizable loop field for additional gear attachments or a holster for concealed carry. Two water bottle pockets flank the sides of the bag, while a zip compartment on the base of the bag is perfect for stowing bulky items or gear you need in a pinch. 

The Surrept/16 CS features many of the same features—including dedicated laptop storage—and design language, but in a smaller 16L capacity for more compact loadouts.

The Surrept Carry System offers other storage solutions in different sizes and capacities. The smallest is the 02 CS, a well-organized gear pouch designed to fit in the bottom compartment of the larger Surrept packs. Standout features include a removable insert that acts as a gear slip or pocket sheath, a pull handle for easy in-bag retrieval, and a free-standing base for desktop use.

One size up is the 04 CS, a sizable waist-pack for carrying just the essentials. It can be worn around the hips or slung across the chest, giving easy access to its main compartment or hidden loop field compartment for concealed carry. Its unique features include a secret internal compartment hidden by a magnetic flap, external loops for knife or flashlight storage, and a clever 3/4 zip that prevents gear from falling out when wearing the pack vertically.

Last but not least are the Surrept/12 CS and the Surrept/36 CS, designed for travelers who want to stay organized, or EDCers with minimalist or maximalist kits. The smaller Surrept/12 CS shows its versatility with its reversible design. It serves as an ultra-light, no-frills 12L daypack for your laptop and a few work essentials. When zipped inside out, it acts as a packing cube for a change of clothes and fits nicely in the larger, travel-focused Surrept/36 CS. 

The 36 CS carry-on offers the most capacity out of the Surrept lineup at 36L—enough for overnighters and short haul trips. It features a quick-access top storage pocket, a spacious bottom access pocket for a pair of shoes, and stow-away straps in addition to the many features found on the smaller Surrept packs.

You can see design influences from both the outdoor and tactical fields throughout the entire Surrept range. 

They’re all made from water-resistant 420D nylon ripstop like you’d find on a technical outdoors pack. The secure velcro panel compartments should satisfy any tactical EDC’s needs for modularity or CCW-compatibility. 

Despite that, the Surrept line still offers travel-friendly features like locking 2-way zippers, as well as smart, tech-friendly features like admin organizers, padded laptop sleeves, and tablet pockets. 

Best of all, the bags keep a low profile with a sophisticated yet sleek aesthetic worthy of its Surrept namesake, ensuring you can rely on the bag for urban carry as well.

The SOG Surrept Carry System is an ambitious one that delivers performance for your day-to-day by blending technical and tactical features in an efficient, understated way. You can learn more about the whole line of bags and all their features at the link below.

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Dango EDC Tray

It can be hard to find a gift for someone on your list who’s already into everyday carry. Your best bet might be to improve some other aspect of their life by gifting them something that works for them no matter what they might already have in their pockets. Dango’s EDC Tray embodies “a place for everything and everything in its place,” and with its precision CNC machined aluminum organizer tray, this solution provides the user with dedicated spaces for EDC essentials like wallets, keys, knives, and phones. Dango’s EDC Tray also comes with DTEX fabric pads that add an extra layer of protection of items placed inside of the caddy, and non-slip pads at the bottom of the tray prevent it and its contents from sliding around on top of a table. Each tray is made in the USA, and it makes the perfect gift whether you’re introducing someone new to EDC or rounding out the holiday list for a well-seasoned vet.

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Chrome Industries Doubletrack Handlebar Sling

Chrome Industries is best known for making tough, everyday sling bags like the Doubletrack Handlebar that are perfect for any bicycle commuters on your gift list. But its small design and smart carry options also make it a great option for any EDCers on your list who favor a lightweight carry bag when they’re headed out the door, whether they ride a bike to work or not. Its crossbody design has 5 liters of space for EDC essentials, a magnetic closure for easy access, and a durable nylon shell with 70D nylon poly liner for water-resistance. The Doubletrack also comes with quick access mesh side pockets, and can stow its strap for ease of packing or transitioning between use cases. It can be mounted on a handle bar or carried crossbody while on a bike, carried loose or tight against the body as the situation allows. At 0.88 lbs unloaded, it won’t weigh anyone down during daily use, and it will be a gift much appreciated to anyone you chose to give it to this special time of year.

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Filson x Buck Knives 106 Compadre Axe

For your friends and family who frequent the great outdoors or are longing to hit the trail again in the near future, the gift of a superior camping axe like the Filson X Buck Knives 106 Compadre is one of the best additions you can make to their outdoor everyday carry. The Compadre features a full tang 5160 spring steel construction that’s superior to most camp axes thanks to excellent toughness, chip resistance, and ease of honing, letting it stand up to use and abuse when breaking through wood to make a fire or to open up a clearing. With its blaze orange Cerakote finish, it’s extremely resistant against corrosion too, and easily identified in a pinch. Its canvas micarta scales are given a traditional wood look, but offers more grip and imperviousness to water, sweat, and chemicals with a signature dry finish Tin Cloth layered in resin. Each axe is made in the USA and they’re only available for a limited time, so act quickly if you want to gift one this year.

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MTM Cobra Watch

Given their unique functionality, smartwatches seem like an obvious choice for EDC. But the person on your gift lists prefers a classic, rugged look to their EDC watch, the common techy or fitness band designs just won’t do. That’s why MTM Watch brought their expertise in tactical and military watch design to the front with the Cobra. It’s a 44mm tactical chronograph alarm watch with a classic slide rule bezel and a durable yet lightweight grade 2 titanium case construction that makes for a cutting-edge look that performs when seconds count. Adding to the rugged aesthetic are overbuilt push buttons, a locking and screw down crown, and exquisite finishes available in titanium, with a robust leather and canvas strap. With bright Super-LumiNova lume on the indices and the hands of the watch, the light is easy to read in the dark, without needing external light or charging from the sun to get the lume going. And with its reliable Japanese quartz Miyota OS-80 movement with its chrono hour/min/sec, 1/20 second, and date complications protected under a scratch-resistant and UV protective coated sapphire crystal, the Cobra will keep time for years to come on your giftee’s wrist. Get a special discount with code EDC10 through to December 22nd.

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Stanley Drinkware

When it comes to making double-walled insulated vacuum drinkware, Stanley has a leg up on the competition. After all, they have over a hundred years of experiencing making these daily EDC essentials that help keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold, ever since William Stanley Jr. invented the design in 1913. With that kind of expertise, Stanley continues to innovate and expand the range of products they offer, giving you a wide range of options aside from their traditional tall coffee and water bottle thermal flasks. That variety makes them a great one-stop shop for anyone on your gift list this year. They have everything from a double-wall insulated beer pint, traditional coffee flasks, a nice camp mug, and even a large French press that’ll keep that essential drink hot for hours.

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Work Sharp Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener

For any knife enthusiast on your gift list this year, the gift of a quality sharpening system is always appreciated. And even if the person you have in mind just has kitchen knives that need sharpening, the Work Sharp Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener will help them maintain their knives and sharpen them to a keen edge quickly and easily, helping them get back to performing their daily tasks with ease and lessening the risk of a serious accident. The Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener holds knives in a secure clamp, and a precision adjustment allows the user to move one of Work Sharp’s Tri-Brasive rods back and forth on a jig across the edge of the blade. Whether it’s time to touch up a compact pocket knife, a big fixed blade camp knife, or an expensive kitchen knife, it has everything they need to keep their collection sharp and safe to use, all in an easy-to-use package. These sharpeners are in high demand. Shop around, and if you see product available don’t miss your chance!

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Glow Rhino Tritium Glow Fob

Not being able to find your keys or other small EDC essentials in the dark can be frustrating. And while you might think you carry a flashlight around for that occasion, what happens when that flashlight is attached to the keys you’re looking for in the first place? And whether you’re gifting for yourself or for anyone on your list who tends to have a hard time finding their gear once the sun goes down, the Tritium Glow Fob is a great addition to anybody’s everyday carry. This small and lightweight key fob has a vial of tritium inside of it, a material that glows in the dark with no batteries and without having to be charged by another light source. That means once the lights go out, the Tritium Glow Fob is already on the job, illuminating with an easily-identifiable green (or blue, depending on the model) glow visible from over 30 feet away. The Tritium Glow Fob is available in your choice of CNC-machine steel or titanium, and both models contain a glass breaker tip for emergency situations. At the top of the fob is a key ring, perfect for attaching to essentials you don’t want leaving your sight. It’s a unique design with useful functionality and makes for a great stocking stuffer this holiday gifting season. As a special offer, Glow Rhino is offering EDC readers 30% off their entire order with code EDC30. 

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G-SHOCK Connected Gravitymaster GRB200-1A

At its heart, the Gravitymaster GRB200-1A features a weather-resistant Carbon Core Guard Structure that meshes a sturdy resin case with carbon fiber reinforcement. This doesn’t just improve durability, but it also helps keep the watch lightweight at 80 grams, even with a sizable 63mm case. Carbon Core construction also makes it vibration-resistant. Fans of the carbon fiber will revel in its bezel structure thanks to the semi-transparent bezel with carbon fiber insert while mineral glass keeps its dial protected, and 200 meters of water resistance keeps its internals free from moisture ingress. The combination of analog and digital displays gives it an aerospace aesthetic, while the quartz movement helps keep time as accurate as possible, with a battery life of approximately 2 years on a CR2025 cell. An integrated Bluetooth module allows you to link the Gravitymaster to the G-SHOCK Connected smartphone app, where you can modify the watch’s settings, configuring it exactly to the needs of any mission: reviewing the subsequent mission and activity logs of altitude, route data, steps, calorie consumption, and more. And as one of G-SHOCK’s exclusive “Master of G” range of watches, this is a perfect choice for gifting to any discerning watch enthusiast on your gift list this holiday season.

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NEBO Larry TRIO

The beauty of the NEBO Larry TRIO is that, true to its name, its three useful functions in one: an easy-to-use spot pen light, a wide-angle EDC work light on the side, and a red laser pointer at the top. Its slim design makes it easily pocketable no matter who you give it to, and its ability to recharge via micro-USB makes it an ultra-convenient everyday carry essential for anyone that finds themselves caught out in the dark or presenting in front of their peers at work (equally difficult in their own ways). Aside from the Larry TRIO, NEBO is the perfect destination for stocking stuffers and unique Christmas gifts for both everyday carry and flashlight fans, so make sure to check out all of the other items they have to offer. These include The Classic, a 1920’s inspired vintage flashlight, and the Handyone Combo Kit which lets you gift three EDC essentials to anyone on your list for one low price. There’s free shipping right now for any order above $20 and you get a free TRUE No Touch Carabiner Tool on all orders with the purchase of any product from the NEBO holiday gift guide.

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3Coil Puna with Action Case

If you’re looking for a fun, but functional stocking stuffer for the EDCer in your life, take a look at 3Coil’s Puna with Action Case. It’s a unique take on a utility craft scalpel knife in a design that’s inspired by a tactical rifle, carried in a water-, dust-, and shockproof miniature case that includes five interchangeable No.11 blades. It’s certainly eye-catching, but it’s made for more than just its looks, as the Puna itself disassembles to reveal multi-tool functionality that includes a keychain hole, a bottle opener, a Philips and flathead slotted screwdriver, and of course, a carbon steel craft utility blade that makes short work of small utility tasks. And like the tactical rifles it takes the shape of, this tool is meant to be modular, with a rail system built for mounting accessories coming in the future for further customization options. As an added bonus, you can save 10% off your order with code EDC at checkout. 

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Ridge Wallet

Getting rid of a bulky back pocket wallet and optimizing it into a minimal and efficient cash and card carrier is often the gateway to the greater world of everyday carry for most people. And if you have someone on your shopping list who could use an introduction to the world of minimalist front pocket wallets, consider giving the gift of one of the best out there: the Ridge Wallet. With room for 1-12 essential payment and identification cards and easy fan-style operation, the Ridge is a great introduction for people who are coming from a large, bulky, traditional wallet overstuffed with cards and receipts they don’t really use or need, but continue to carry because they have the space. Compared to a soft leather wallet, the Ridge inspires confidence—it feels bombproof. It’s comfortable in the hand too, thanks to its smooth matte finish and chamfered edges. And if you’re looking to gift the best of the best, you can pick it up in premium, exotic materials like titanium, carbon fiber, and even damascus or 18K gold plating. 

For a limited time, you can save 10% off Ridge’s entire store, so you can save on getting that perfect holiday gift and perhaps pick up some additions to your own EDC as well. Make sure to use code HOLIDAY10 on checkout and buy your gifts today.

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Clip & Carry Kydex Multi-Tool Sheath

No matter which multitool is carried by the person on your gift list, Clip & Carry—a dedicated sub-brand of StatGear—has custom fit kydex sheaths for over two dozen of the most popular multi-tools from Gerber, Leatherman & Victorinox. They’re all made in the USA by a Military Veteran, and each model comes in a variety of colors from the always popular black as well as carbon fiber finishes for black, coyote tan, orange and red. The sheaths feature adjustable retention that allows tuning for how tight they hold on to the multi-tool and how easy they are to deploy. Compatible models are added every few weeks, and a custom sheath is a great gift to maximize a multi-tool’s use for everyday tasks. 

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SOG Stout FLK

If you’re looking to gift a compact and dependable frame lock EDC blade that will serve its user well no matter the task or application, SOG’s Stout FLK is a great choice. It’s one of their best models to gift this holiday season, with a dependable 2.62″ drop point blade with an ambidextrous eyehole deployment and a shape that’s true to its name. Its stout design gives it plenty of strength as a piercing tool, and its well-defined tip helps it excel at that task, but its CRYO D2 tool steel composition and belly make it great for slicing and chopping too. That’s what should be expected from this collaboration with custom knife maker Mikkel Willumsen and the founder of SOG, Spencer Frazer. The design also features a pronounced choil at the neck of the blade, offering the user an extended grip despite the shorter 3.77″ handle. Its presence also makes sharpening and maintaining the blade on a whetstone an easier task to accomplish. Pick the colorway that your special someone would prefer, whether all black or olive drab G10 and stonewashed blade, and add it to your holiday shopping cart today.

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Unlike the original SOG Aegis knife, this new AT model ditches the tactical all-black and digital camo look in favor of more EDC-friendly indigo and acid colors. These offer a touch of flair to the overall design while providing high visibility to the thumbstuds and the lock of the blade itself. That lets you easily identify them when you’re in a hurry, and opening the knife is made even easier with the rapid spring assisted opening mechanism built into the handle. Unlike most assisted-opening knives that feature an index flipper, the more traditional use of thumbstuds here helps prevent against accidental firing of the knife while it’s in your pocket. For even more safety, SOG includes an ambidextrous safety in the spine of the handle that absolutely prevents the knife from opening until you need it.

This new incarnation of the Aegis AT is built tough for outdoors use, and the biggest upgrade is the new AT-XR lock that allows for ambidextrous operation and eliminates blade play even during the roughest use. Another big upgrade for this new version of the knife is the level up in blade steel: going from soft AUS-8 to harder and more durable cryo heat-treated D2 tool steel. With D2, the new Aegis AT is able to get a finer edge compared to the original model, and it will keep that edge for longer too. The only downside is that it’ll be more susceptible to wear from corrosion, but SOG deals with that by coating the blade black for durability and scratch resistance. With a deep belly and a strong pointed tip, the Aegis AT will make short work of any cutting, slicing, and piercing task you have on hand.

SOG breathed new life into an old community favorite with the new SOG Aegis AT, and if you’re looking to do the same with your own everyday carry ensemble you should consider picking one up. The fresh new design, improved ergonomics, and sturdier composition and lock make it a compelling choice for your next EDC folding knife purchase. Check it out at the link below.

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The SOG Flash AT’s blade still measures in at 3.5 inches, finding that sweet spot of usability and portability. It now comes in a cryo-treated D2 tool steel, which boasts better hardness and edge retention over its predecessor’s AUS-8 steel. The Flash AT comes in either a straight plain edge, ideal for all-around EDC use, or serrated for cutting through rope and other tough materials. Generous jimping on the spine of the blade offers excellent grip for precise cuts and stability for hard use, too.

The blade is only part of the equation on the Flash AT, and the combination of its assisted opening mechanism and new ambidextrous AT-XR lock really let it shine as an everyday knife. The Flash AT is now fully ambidextrous start to finish. You can deploy it from either side using its dual thumb studs on the blade. They’re prominent and grippy on the pad of your thumb without snagging and let you deploy the blade with confidence. The assisted opening mechanism springs the blade open with a quick, smooth, and snappy motion that’s as satisfying as it is reliable. It locks up into SOG’s sturdy AT-XR lock, which you can disengage from either side without ever putting your fingers in the blade’s path. For added security, you can lock the blade from unintentionally opening with an ambidextrous safety lock intuitively located on the spine of the knife. When you’re done using the knife, it carries discreetly thanks to an included reversible deep-carry pocket clip.

The Flash AT manages to deliver solid performance and more rugged materials while maintaining a sleek, understated aesthetic that’s designed with everyday civilian users in mind. Small details like concentric circle patterning on the thumb studs and AT-XR lock and clean sweeping lines on the GRN handle provide grip to get the job done without looking overly tactical. Available in Blackout, Urban Grey, and Civic Cyan color options, the Flash AT pairs well with any style of urban EDC. You can pick one up in your favorite color and blade edge configuration over at SOG’s website linked below.

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