Urban EDC Showcase

From Galicia, in the Northwest of Spain, we talk to David (@cognosedc) who pivoted from being a physicist to a Senior DevOps and Systems Engineer. Like many of us, his fascination with EDC began with his grandpa who always carried a knife. Continuing that tradition, David is always there to save the day with his blade. Read on for the full rig rundown and find out what's David's favorite tool of them all. 

From Orange County, Brian (@brancron) is proud father of two young kids, and a lawyer by trade. His love affair for knives started with his dad's drawerful of blades. And since getting his first knife as a Cub Scout – he has never looked back. Read on for the full rig rundown of Brian's impeccable carry, and find out what's next on his gear radar!

From Fresno, we speak to Josh who's a proud dad and a graduate student in History. A long-time EDC enthusiast and knife lover (who isn't?), Josh values the innovation and diversity most when it comes to EDC and the community. Read on for Josh's full rig rundown, and find out the story behind those stylish shades!

In one of our most heartfelt showcase, we talk to Gem (@night.sky.edc) from the Philippines who's a self-professed insomniac. An old soul at heart, Gem enjoys the tangible allure of mechanical watches, knives and putting pen to paper. Read on to learn all about his gem of carry, along with the stories, meaning and significance behind each and every piece of gear. 

From Richmond, Virginia, we talk to Taylor (@rvagearguy) who's a Senior Systems Engineer. Inspired by his dad, grandfather, and uncles who all carried knives – Taylor always had a knife in his pocket. Over time, his hobby evolved and expanded to include military knives or historically significant models. Read on for the full story and to learn all about Taylor's carefully curated and considered carry.

A proud new dad to a son and a daughter, Dion (@dailypocketlint_edc) juggles his time between family and work with amazing fortitude. As a Service Manager for a solar installation company, Dion needs to be prepared for anything – and it shows in his choice of tools. Read on for the full rig rundown, and find out how Dion deploys his highly capable and carefully considered EDC.

From Southern Illinois, Tay (@knaf_potato) first got into EDC by way of Doctor Who, and soon discovered the handy Swiss Army Knife. From then, taking a trip on the TARDIS, her daily carry now features both a Kizer fixed blade and folding knife. Read on for the full rig rundown, and find out how she puts her kickass gear to good use!

From the land of design, vikings and Ansø, we chat with the inimitable Charlie (@canallezedc) about his sleek and stylish carry. A lifelong fan of EDC, it was only in recent years that Charlie started geeking out about EDC (we know the feeling). In his own words, "Old news became news" and the rest is history. Read on for the full rig rundown and find out which is Charlie's favorite knife of all time!

A social worker by trade, Yannic's (@sparrow_edc) favorite EDC tool is his watch because it's important to track time if one of his clients has an epileptic seizure. Read on for the full rig rundown of his exquisite carry, and find out all about that huge GEC blade that you're definitely wondering about.

This is definitely not your average carry. From Singapore, we chat with Ben (@avgsgn) who's a project manager working in the UX and design thinking space. A man of many talents – Ben is also a dance instructor, music producer and DJ – in addition to running his YouTube channel. Read on for a full rig rundown and find out what's next on Ben's highly-honed gear radar (hint: it's quite a sight).  

An orthopaedic technician by trade, Sam's (@sam_von_amantharochen) love affair for all things sharp started with his father's CRKT, and further fuelled by his uncle's Spyderco sprint run collection. Read for the full rig rundown and find out all about Sam's appreciation for all things Mick Strider. 

Hailing from northern Germany, Maik (@mpdwaberlin) is an engineer, craftsman and multi-talented man of the world. Achieving both form and function in his EDC, Maik believes that a "knife-less man is a lifeless man". Read on to learn all about this ultra sleek and stylish carry that's fit for a secret agent. 

All the way from Ingolstadt in Bavaria Germany, we chat with Patrick (@padraig785) who works as an electrical engineer in the automotive industry. Due to his occupation, it's no surprise that Patrick knows his way around tools and that his pen is his most used item in his rotation. Read on to find out all about Patrick's carry and how he puts them to work!

The embodiment of relentlessness, Wesley (@urban_asian_edc) from sunny Singapore shows us his stunning Seigaihai #writesliceprylight in its full and uncompromising glory. From collecting the Urban EDC exclusives to hunting down an elusive Seigaiha fountain pen, Wesley is riding high on the waves.

Good looks and 'cool factor' aside, Ethan (@carryoride) is never afraid to put his tools to good and hard use. A student and part-timer at an Ace Hardware, Ethan knows his way around tools. Read on to learn how he put together the perfect trio for his daily use, and find out what's next on his gear radar!

From across the Atlantic, we chat with Jason (@boneyandstubs) who’s based in Hertfordshire and works in London. Growing up in the 70’s, Jason always had a penknife on him as he camped and traveled around Europe in a Volkswagen Camper Van. Read on to find out how Jason’s everyday carry has evolved over the years and what’s next on his gear radar.

From sunny Southwest Florida, Tony’s (@veloweave) daily carry has come a long way since his first encounter with a Nutnfancy YouTube review. Starting with the classic Spyderco Delica 4, he has branched out into custom knives and gear as his knowledge deepens. Read on to learn all about Tony’s carry philosophy and how he puts every piece of his gear to full use.

A proud alumni of our Urban EDC Supply community feature, we talked to Jannik (@mr.decaffeinato) in 2018 (Showcase #114) and thought it's high-time we revisited his carry. Since then, Jannik has boldly pursued his passion in EDC and has come a long way. Read on to find out how his carry has evolved, and how he has turned his obsession and passion into his profession.

As the owner of a wedding centre, Ben’s (@thefoxandowl_edc) responsibilities range from caring for the grounds and gardens to running weddings and functions. As such, his daily carry has been continuously refined to meet the demands of his diverse workload. Read on to learn all about Ben’s highly capable EDC, and how he does it all and still looks good while doing so.

From Brooklyn, New York, we chat with Erin (@pockettrinkets) who works as a Network Engineer. She first got into EDC by way of her rock and antique pocket watch collection, which fed into her obsession of finding the right tool for the right job. Read on for Erin’s full rig rundown and find out how she deploys her spectacularly curated everyday carry.