Urban EDC Showcase

For Showcase #100, we’ve got a special guest with us. And it’s none other than acclaimed movie director and producer, John Moore, who is best known for directing the Die Hard franchise and action war film, Behind Enemy Lines. Read on to find out all about John’s everyday arsenal as he takes the fight to Hollywood.

This week, we talk to Jason (@jasonhamre) who works as a product photographer. Jason specializes in photographing knives (lucky guy) for product catalogues, and his work has probably influenced a fair share of us into adding yet another blade into our collection. Read on to find out all about Jason’s simple yet highly capable everyday carry.

If you thought the ‘Lundquist’ name sounds familiar, you’re right on the money. Today, we talk to knifemaker and professional product photographer, Justin Lundquist (@justinlundquist), the man behind the best-selling Kizer Lundquist Feist. Justin’s designs emphasize functionality and usability, and that is clearly reflected in his personal everyday carry. Read on to find out more!

Born and raised in Santa Cruz and pursuing her Master’s in San Francisco, Stephanie (@lesbianedc) has an infectious enthusiasm and passion for high-quality handcrafted leather goods. And when not obsessively photographing the cool stuff she carries, Stephanie volunteers at an NGO that focuses on providing outreach to immigrant communities. Read on for the detailed rundown of her gorgeous and carefully curated everyday carry.

While shopping for a new multitool, David (@d_2_the_p) stumbled into the limitless world of EDC gear, and there was no turning back. Hailing from Washington, David works in the healthcare industry and he has a real eye for quality. Read on for a comprehensive rig rundown of David’s meticulously curated EDC.

This week, we have Ryan (@sluggerotoole_edc) from Tucson, Arizona who is a man of diverse talents. Not only is Ryan a photographer and an educator for the athletic apparel brand, Lululemon, he is also an aspiring tattoo model and actor. Read on for Ryan’s highly eclectic yet uncompromisingly functional everyday carry.

From our nation’s capital, we talk to Brian (@yesterdays_carry) who works as a financial analyst. Brian's passion for knives and EDC was first piqued by his late grandfather’s pocket knives. Read on to find out all about how his interest evolved over time and how he arrived at his current state of carrying.

When Lee (@cogito_edc) bought his first Spyderco knife off Craigslist, he remembered feeling perplexed at the lengths the seller went to with his knife photography. Little did Lee know that he'd soon be joining the ranks of EDC fanatics - case in point - his feature here today. So read on for the full story of Lee's EDC journey and a detailed rig rundown.

This week, we have the one and only Tom Medvedich (@notoriousedc) with us to share his notorious EDC. Tom was first featured 2 years back in Showcase #11, and his carry has since evolved tremendously. Read on for the full story of how Tom’s gear selection and EDC philosophy has changed - and also if any particular piece of gear stood the test of time!

All the way from Cologne, Germany, we have Marvin (@marvin_loos) with us today to tell us about his everyday carry. Marvin is currently an industrial mechanic apprentice and he believes strongly in always being prepared for both the expected and unexpected tasks in everyday life. Read on to learn more about Marvin’s carry and his highly admirable DIY mindset.

We head to West Los Angeles to speak to Andy (@misters_gear) who is both a school teacher and an accomplished jazz musician. Andy’s fascination with EDC began with the humble Maxpedition Pocket Organizer. Read the full story to find out all about Andy’s EDC story and carry.

From Tulsa, Oklahoma, we talk to Josh (@lighterjobs) who works as an Industrial Radiographer. Josh’s first got into EDC because he was frustrated with poorly-made pocket knives, which never performed to his expectations. And like many of us, Josh’s quest for a better knife led him to discover the world of EDC - and there was no turning back. Read on to learn all about Josh’s minimal and exceptionally high-quality carry.

This week, we have Grace (@pelicularities) from Singapore who, in her own words, “read, write and make videos about linguistics.” Grace was introduced to the world of EDC by way of Hurricane Sandy in 2012. That pivotal experience taught her the importance of being prepared and having the proper equipment. Read on for the full story and the insightfully detailed rig rundown of Grace’s enviable everyday carry.

 From the lovely city of Edmonton, Alberta, we have James (@canadiancanuck11) with us today to share his everyday carry. James is a finish carpenter by trade, and a natural outdoorsman at heart. Read on for the full rig rundown of James’ rugged yet refined everyday carry.

All the way from Hyltebruk, Sweden (where Snus is delightfully legal), we have Seppo (@foldersunfolded) with us today. He works in the metal industry, and is a family man through and through. Seppo is happily married with 3 beautiful children, and his EDC revolves around his duties as a dad. Read on for Seppo’s wonderfully practical and carefully considered urban everyday carry.

From the great state of Indiana, we have Joe (@joe_bananas) here to tell us all about his EDC carry and philosophy. Joe is a field engineer for one of the top engineering consulting firms in the country, and he believes in a simple and intentional EDC that has no place for any unnecessary items. Read on for Joe’s full rig rundown!

Kevin (@christiansdad) from Greensboro, North Carolina owns and runs a Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Company. In his free time, Kevin enjoys collecting, reading, spending time with his family. We sit down with him to find out how he first got into EDC, as well as to learning how he uses his EDC in a daily setting.

This week, we talk to Jamie from Phoenix who is a woodworking craftsman. Jamie suffers from epilepsy, but it doesn’t stop him the slightest from embracing his passion for the outdoors and living life to the absolute fullest. He also enjoys throwing tomahawks and knives in his free time, so this is a man you definitely do not want to cross. Read on for the full story of Jamie’s kickass daily carry!

This week, we bid a jolly guten tag to Till (@choose.knife) from Germany. Till works as a carpenter, and is also the co-owner of a bar in the small town of Dinslaken. He is a self-professed EDC fanatic, and today we are privy to his beautifully put-together daily carry. Read on for the full story!

As a testament to how EDC unites us all, we head to Hong Kong to chat with Clara (@claradead) who works as a watch designer. Drawing on her penchant for preparedness and technical inclination, she takes us through her practical and stylish selection of gear. Read on for Clara’s full rig rundown!