Urban EDC Showcase

From the picturesque Netherlands, Niels (@edc_and_me) is a newcomer to the world of EDC and is off to a flying start. A father of 2 little kids, he first bought a CRKT Squid for peeling apples and whittling branches for them. Read on for the full story and find out how Niels has made the most of his time at home in recent months to focus on photographing his EDC!

If you think looking after a single kid is tough, try raising 4 of them. From Barwick, Georgia, we talk to Jeremy (@jpoppell85) who’s a proud stay-at-home dad of 4 young kids. Jeremy has always carried a knife but only started getting into other aspects of it after interacting with the EDC community on Facebook. Read on for Jeremy’s full rig rundown, and find out what’s next on his gear radar!

A builder and handyman at heart, Jake (@edc_monster) used to be a product photographer (it shows!) before dedicating himself to the nursing. When Jake first started showcasing his gear on Instagram, he shot exclusively with his iPhone for a year and encourages everyone to make the most of the gear they already have. Read on to find out the philosophy behind Jake's carry, and what he has his eye on next!

From Somerset in the UK, we talk to Alain (@als_edc_uk) who is a life and business coach. When Alain is not coaching his clients, he enjoys the serenity and simplicity of being in the woods and the freedom that his motorcycle and the wide-open road affords. Read on to learn all about Alain’s stylish carry and what's next on his gear radar.

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From North Carolina, Jay (@jay_does_knives) is the definition of a hardworking man. Not only is Jay a full-time university student, but he also works as a cook and at a truck garage. As such, much of his daily carry was borne out of sheer necessity. Read on for Jay's full rig rundown and find how he deploys his tools in an everyday setting.

A man of many interests, Erik (@e.frdnbrg) has been dedicating more time to his love of photography, taking long bike rides through the German countryside, and is even planning to take his racing boat out on the water again! Read on for the full story and find out how Adam Savage inspired Erik's EDC journey.

From Belgium, we chat with Michiel (@mvanhoudt) who’s not only a knife nut but also a fountain pen fanatic and avid photographer. Through his love for knives, Michiel has connected with like-minded individuals and even runs his own straight razor sharpening service. Read on to learn all about Michiel’s diverse interests, and what’s next on his gear radar (and what he has on order).

For Kevin (@kd_edc), EDC is all about family. Having first discovered a shared passion for knives with his Dad on a camping trip, he now regularly discusses and shares a wide array of EDC gear with his father and brother. Read on for the full and juicy deeds on Kevin’s admirable collection and find out which piece of gear he treasures the most.

Born and raised by the Baltic sea, Torsten (@_zedder82_) is a harbor fitter working with massive ships, offshore cranes, and operating by the principle that everything is possible. Reflecting that same can-do attitude, Torsten's highly practical carry covers all his bases from light tasks to heavy-duty chores. Read on to find out how Torsten's EDC journey started and what he values most above all else. 

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A modern day pirate, Brad (@screaminpirate.edc) hails from Greenville, South Carolina and works on firewalls when he's not swashbuckling out at sea. An avid photographer and YouTube video reviewer, Brad also shares his thoughts on all thing EDC on his channel. Read on for the full screamin' rig rundown, and find out what item is Brad's favourite tool in his arsenal.     

2 years is a long time in the EDC world, and Bryson's (@motown_edc) carry has changed considerably since being featured in 2019. Bryson is now married, rescued an awesome pup and has graduated with a degree in Parks and Recreation Management. Read on for the full story, and find out how Bryson's daily carry has evolved alongside him and his new adventures.

Feminine but not girly. Quality over quantity. That's the ethos behind Victoria's (@sh_e.d.c) carry. A musician and photographer from Orange County, California, Victoria first got into EDC after gifting her friend with a blacked out ZT, and that led to her first Spyderco Para 3 – and as they say, the rest is history. Read on for Victoria's full rig rundown, and find out what other knives she has her eye on!  

From Germany, we speak to Tobias (@th_e_d_c) who works in construction for one of the largest forklift manufacturers. Tobias first go into EDC by way of searching for an SAK – and as we all know how it goes – the rest is history. Read on for the full rig rundown of Tobias impressively sleek EDC, and find out what are his two favorite pieces of gear!

From Louisiana, we chat with TJ (@thegrimpocket) who's a land agent for large pipeline projects. Due to the wide-ranging nature of his job, TJ can either be in the office or roughing it out miles away from any civilisation. As such, his EDC is configured to change and adapt to the situation. Read on for the full story, and find out what's next on TJ's gear radar.

From the "City Beautiful" that is Orlando, Florida, we talk to Rikki (@capt.rikki) who's a full-time videographer and content creator. Capturing sights and sound, Rikki and his camera have filmed everything from roaring lions to majestic elephants, flexing bodybuilders to celebrity weddings. Read on for Rikki's ultra sleek and stylish carry, and find out what's next on his gear radar!

From Scotland, we chat with Carl (@britishedc) who wears many hats. Not only is Carl is an entrepreneur, knife designer and independent journalist but also helps out at his friend's local convenience shop! Read on for the full rig rundown and find out what makes a British EDC!

From Indiana, by way of New York, we talk to Bart (@bugoutbart). As an IT technician (an ex-Marine), Bart puts his EDC to good use – from prying apart laptops to popping open a cold beverage. Read on for the full rig rundown, and find out more all about Bart's color-coordinated carry!

From Nashville, Tennessee, we chat with the one and only Mads (@m.b.journal) who likes to keep things simple and sleek. Endlessly creative, Mads is a nature and landscape photographer, and has turned his attention to photographing his EDC ever since the pandemic started. Read on for Mads' full rig rundown, and learn all about what inspires him and his collection!