So, I would like to preface this video by saying, I've been doing EDC or everyday
carry videos for over four years now. You can hit this right here to see a whole
list of videos. And, not too long ago I actually ran into a fellow subscriber
that reaffirmed to me, how important it is the tools and items a guy carries
every day and since I always get in the comments section when I pull out a
pocketknife or a multi-tool like "Jose, you're never gonna need that" again you
can check out this vlog. Where you can see the interaction with this fellow
subscriber that basically explained that after watching previous EDC videos, he
actually started carrying a multi-tool with him. Long story short, he was in an
accident. The door was jammed and to get out he was able to use his multi-tool to
cut his seatbelt, use the window breaker to break the window and get out of the car.
So, yes the essential tools can actually
save your life. In today's video I'm gonna go over five
essential accessories that I think every guy should have in their EDC.
Number one: A good watch.
Keep in mind, that everything in your carry should be functional and serve a purpose. Otherwise, it's just bulk that you don't need a
watch. On top of being functional, signals a very important message
you're a punctual guy, you take time seriously and your time is valuable.
Keep in mind that, it's also much quicker than a phone. You always get the
counter-argument, "well I can just pull out my phone." The problem is that when
you pull out your phone in a social interaction it's seen as being rude. Whereas,
you can just quick flick of the wrist, tell the time much faster than you
pulling out the phone out of your pocket. Plus a watch is beautiful in its own
right, why wouldn't you want to wear one?
Number two: A good wallet.
This one's definitely a must for guys in a slim, flimsy fabric wallet is not an option.
Keep in mind that if you're ever on a date, you're gonna be pulling this out
all the time you want something that represents your style and actually looks
good. Personally, I always go with leather just because it ages nicely and it
usually lasts a longer time. Another key feature when you look into your wallet
is that you want to make sure it's as thin as possible. This will force you to
reduce your carry to only carry the cards you actually need and not carry
this huge bulky item that's gonna ruin your overall outfit, by adding awkward
bulges in your pants. If you want a sweet recommendation for the perfect wallets,
check out our sponsor Carl Friedrik. I'm going to have them linked down below.
The wallet that I carry and these that you're seeing are all from Carl
Friedrik all of their stuff are handcrafted in Italy and are design in
London. The leather is made from a high quality Italian Vincenzo leather. When I first
started using one of these wallets, it instantly just made everything else that
I use previously from this look subpar. Now let me tell you, if you buy one and I
encourage you to do so, and you feel it in your hands it will honestly look and
feel like one of the highest quality leathers you're gonna ever experience.
That was my experience the first time I unboxed my wallet. Now the two particular
wallets that I recommend it's the Swanfield Wallet. Which is a vertical by-
-fold that holds up to seven cards and some bills or notes as well. So it's
perfect again, when you're trying to constrict your carry. If you're
an ultra minimalist, I also recommend their Hatton Slim Card Holder, this is
ultra minimal and really will reduce your carry to probably under five cards
and again a few bills. The really sweet part about it, is that whatever you buy
from their store you can get customized. Like my personal wallet, as you see here.
I did add the TMF embroidery, this is something that you can do on your end if
you want to add a little bit of personalization to your unique wallet.
Either way, any of these wallets make a great carry for any guy just because
they're slim, they're quality, they're probably gonna last you your whole life
and they're gonna make a killer addition to your arsenal. If you guys want to
check out Carl Friedrik wallets. I'm going to have them linked down below so
you guys can check them out.
The third item that I think every guy should have
in their carry, is some sort of flashlight. I would recommend you
carrying it on you personal, but you can also just have it in your car at all
times. Just think about it how many times have you used your phone's light
- to maybe guide your way through a dark alley or look for something in a dark
spot. Personally, carrying an external one will be ten times brighter, which means
it's more efficient and if it's small and compact like this one it's a
no-brainer. It adds no extra weight, it almost
gets lost in your pocket and it's not gonna waste your phone's battery.
Number Four: Is a pen.
And the cool thing with pens, is that you have a good wide range.
You can get something like a classic one, something like this Cartier that I carry
usually on my dapper days. Or if you want something more everyday, that you can
carry casually you can get something like this tactical pen. It's perfect
for self-defense situations or if you need to break glass. Plus how sweet do
you look pulling out your own pen, to jot down some notes or write down your
number. That, that looks like a man that's prepared for anything. And finally,
Number Five: The last item that I recommend in your carry, is some sort of multi-tool.
Multi tools are great for quick little fixes or small little handy jobs on your
daily basis. How many times have you been looking for a scissors and don't have it,
or a blade to cut open a package, or a screwdriver. And the coolest thing with
multi tools is that there's a range of styles and sizes that you can choose
from. Everything from something super slim that you can slip into your wallet,
to something a little bit thicker that has a range of tools. Usually what you
want to look for pliers, tweezers, scissors - some sort of cutting tool like
a knife and of course screwdriver. And that's basically it guys, those are five
essential EDC items every guy should carry, Of course, there are more on top of
that but again these are things that usually fit almost every guy out there.
The idea is to build a carry that suits your lifestyle. So, if you guys liked this
video and found it informative, don't forget to drop us a like down below.
Also, don't forget to check out our sponsor Carl Friedrik. I'm gonna have
them link down below. That's it for me today, see you next time!