Urban EDC Showcase

As the founder and CEO of Knafsale, Eric has not only translated his passion for EDC into a business, but is also doing good for the community. Read on for a rundown of Eric's highly practical daily carry, and find out what's the driving force behind his community-driven, enthusiast-first marketplace that is Knafsale.

From Canada, we chat with the absolute badass that is Krista (@norseworx) who's a mother of 2 twin daughters and 3 step-sons, successful big-box retail operator, content creator, and entrepreneur – all while pursuing her doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. Read on for Krista's story, and find out what she carries on a daily basis to get sh*t done!

X marks the spot! Today, we chat with Brad (@screamingpirateedc) about his swashbuckling everyday carry. Curated to be compact and highly functional, Brad's EDC makes light work of daily tasks. Read on to find out what this modern-day pirate packs in his arsenal.

Today, we chat with Kevin (@LeftyEDC) who has made EDC his calling. Since discovering knives a few years back, Kevin has started a knife Instagram, YouTube Channel and is now delving into creating his own knives. Read on to find out all about Kevin and his passion for the craft.

From Texas, we chat with Melanie (@bookish_pinay) who has a simple but incredibly effective everyday carry. A part-time range safety officer and certified firearms instructor, Melanie knows her way around tools. Read on to find out all about her EDC and how she deploys it on a daily basis.

With a penchant for traditional blades, William (@the_finest_tradition) carries 2 different Buck knives on a daily basis. His EDC journey started out of sheer necessity, and since then he’s never been without his tools. Read on for the full story and find out all about William’s swashbuckling dual blade carry!

A modern working man, Josh (@wanderer.edc) is a General Fitter in the Distribution Field of Natural Gas, which means he's the 1st responder to gas leaks, carbon monoxide calls, and line hits. As such, he knows the importance of being prepared and the value of having the best tools for the job. Read on to find out how Josh first got addicted to knives, and what he has next on his razor-sharp gear radar. 

A manufacturing engineer by day and tinkerer by night, Max (@gondekedc) is so obsessed with EDC that he began designing and making his own tools. Read on to find out how Max juggles being a father to 3 little kids, managing a side hustle, working a full-time job while still finding the time for powerlifting.

Alex (@alexerstad) hails from San Gabriel Valley and his everyday carry has come a long way since his barebones carry as a teenager. Alex has continuously refined and tweaked his carry to achieve what he feels is the perfect everyday carry. Read on for the full rig rundown now!

For this week's community feature, we're elated to have Brian (@bdcoffey) from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brian is a high school science teacher and he spends his free time crafting knives, tools and jewelry. Read on for the full rundown of Brian's carefully considered selection of high-quality everyday tools!

Maarten (@nerdism_edc) is a nerd in the best way possible. When he was trying to find out what knife works best for him, Maarten bought hundreds (yes, hundreds) of production knives to use and test. And because he’s a film buff, Maarten built his own movie theater in his basement, complete with a widescreen TV. You get the idea. So, read on to find out all about Maarten and his carefully curated everyday carry tools.

Originally from Seattle, Peter (@hellgatesupply) made the switch from the Emerald City to the Big Sky Country when he moved to Missoula, Montana. As a result, Peter’s daily carry evolved considerably to meet the new challenges that the mountains hurl his way. Read on to learn all about Peter’s intriguing story and find out how what has changed most about his everyday carry. 

For Elliot, his everyday carry is a necessity because he believes in being self-reliant and self-sufficient in all areas of his life. Working as a surgeon in Manila has given him a different perspective on life (and also the reason why he chose to remain somewhat anonymous). Read on to learn all about Elliot's pointed and poignant take on life and how that translates to his EDC choices. 

A first for us, we have a special double-barrel showcase today featuring the dynamic duo of Swai and J (@viragoedc) from Salt Lake City, Utah. This dynamic duo is as passionate as it gets when it comes to EDC and even have a monthly budget for new gear!. Read on to learn all about their distinct but equally functional carries and find out how they first met (such a cool story)!

As a lover of the great outdoors, Niclas (@sharp_elegance) prefers tools made from natural materials that start out homogeneous but will develop a patina and personality and tell a personal story of the user. Read on to learn about Niclas’ ruggedly refined carry and how he inspires and mentors school-boys as a social worker.

As a veteran product designer, Vincent (@vincent_van_gear) gravitates naturally towards good design. His eye for beauty and attention to detail are evident by his choice of carry, which features gear that combines function with form in unique ways. Read on for the full story on Vincent’s gear, and find out why he has a little spoon as part of his EDC.

A global citizen by way of Los Angeles, Ethan (@overkilledc) is a new father, English teacher, board gamer, secret smoker and barista. When it comes to knives, it's all about the timeless beauty of a traditional pocket knife for Ethan. Read on to learn about his burning passion for slip joints and how he's making the most of these strange times.

From Portland, Oregon by way of the swamps of Louisiana, Travis (@tbabyedc) is a gardener for a licensed Oregon recreational cannabis farm (oh yeah). In addition to plying his green thumb, Travis also doubles up as a contractor, electrician, and designer to get the job done. Read on to learn how Travis curates an EDC that can keep up with him, and find out what he's looking to acquire next. 

As a full-time creative, Anthony's (@anthonyawaken) artistic flair and eye for detail are evident in his minimal yet highly functional and stylish carry. Read on to learn how Anthony combines his hobby with his work and find out what’s next on his gear radar.

You know that Raphael (@7redi) is a dedicated gear geek when he takes time out during his final exams for medical school to share his daily carry with us. Hailing from central Switzerland, Raphael uses a Victorinox (no surprises there) for years before being introduced to the concept of EDC. In his free time, he reviews knives and gear on his Youtube channel as a means of giving back to the community. Read on for Raphael’s meticulously researched and wonderfully diverse carry!