My 2023 EDC Micro Urban Essentials Kit (Everyday Carry)

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My 2023 EDC Micro Urban Essentials Kit (Everyday Carry)

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Күн бұрын

Don’t leave home without this Urban Essentials EDC Kit, revised and updated for 2023. I always have this with me in my sling bag or work pack to help solve problems and reduce friction day-to-day.
This channel is here to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to finding great Everyday Carry, Travel Gear and Gadgets, on the back of solid and detailed reviews alongside years of experience, which I hope will make life and travel just a little bit more frictionless and fun.
Here are links to the products featured. This can consist of Amazon affiliate links and supplier affiliate links and website links. See below for more on affiliate links.
Products Featured in the Video:
Maxpedition Volta Case
Heinnie Haynes UK bit.ly/3K8pEj9
Amazon geni.us/CwKALJ
Glue Sticks
Amazon geni.us/rU2Mw9e
Mini Bic Lighter
Amazon geni.us/PSMHJaX
Titanium Pill Tube
This might now be discontinued but here is an alternative for the US
Amazon geni.us/6t3H
Heat Shrink Tubing
Amazon geni.us/whcN
Victorinox Midnite Manager (with light)
Amazon geni.us/KJ1YzJ
Victorinox Manager appears to be discontinued in some markets
TNTOR Flat Power Bank
Amazon geni.us/PLr5
(not all markets)
Rovyvon A8 Flashlight
USA Amazon geni.us/e7N8H7
UK Amazon geni.us/Tj4c
Lumintop EDC01 Flashlight
USA Amazon geni.us/wVA9
UK Amazon geni.us/vydJ5A
InCharge X 6-in-1 cable
Supplier website bit.ly/3Aqhg9G
(First use should give 20% discount)
Plastic Card Sleeves
USA Amazon geni.us/6HpADD
UK Amazon geni.us/NBA7M
Amalgamating Tape
Amazon geni.us/uRXM6
Gorilla Duct Tape
Amazon geni.us/4zAVk
Micro Cord
Amazon geni.us/IKAmz3r
Thin Optics Glasses
Amazon geni.us/r0qMlM
Magnet
Amazon geni.us/ecAkmWz
Clinell Handwipes
UK Amazon geni.us/m1mtxl5
My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things gadget, travel and EDC (Everyday Carry), which has filled both my personal and work life for many years.
This includes sourcing, reviewing and product development and the creation of two UK national retail chains. Find out more here: • About Jon Gadget - Who...
Contents of this video to help you navigate:
00:00 - Urban Essentials Kit 2023
00:42 - Maxpedition Volta Pouch
02:17 - Glue Stick
03:22 - BIC lighter
05:19 - Heat Shrink Tubing
05:51 - Victorinox Manager
06:46 - Flat Power Bank
09:05 - Rovyvon A8 Flashlight
10:07 - Lumintop EDC01 Flashlight
10:53 - InCharge X
12:05 - Plasters or Band Aids
12:18 - Soft Sleeves
12:32 - Emergency Notes
13:07 - Needle Thread Zip-ties Amalgamating Tape
13:41 - Duct Tape
14:17 - Micro Cord and Safety Pins
14:36 - Thin Optics
15:06 - Fishing Magnet
15:26 - Anti-bac Wipe
15:43 - Elastic Bands
16:06 - Loading the Pouch
16:40 - Outro
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@Robert-Hessen Жыл бұрын

in my opinion this is one of the best EDC-Channel on YT. Best content. greetings from Germany 🤜 🤛

@gcvrsa Жыл бұрын

I am always carrying a daily handbag, so many of my EDC items are kept with my daily makeup pouch and my daily toiletries pouch. I then have a third pouch of specifically "survival" items, and a fourth pouch for chargers and cables. I also use a Filofax personal organizer, so I always have something to write on, which gets its own pouch to protect the nice leather from everything else in my handbag. Because using public toilets can often be nightmarish, my toiletries case includes a small spray bottle of 70% isopropanol (cleaner/solvent, insect killer, antiseptic, fire accelerant), a small aerosol can of Lysol disinfectant, a small packet of toilet seat covers, and a packet of facial tissues. In a pinch, I can use these items to clean and disinfect a public toilet before using it. My toiletries pouch also includes condoms, some lightweight panty shields which can double as makeshift bandages or plasters in a pinch, a small packet of adhesive plasters, a microfiber backpacker's hand towel (thank you Douglas Adams), and because I am prone to headaches and allergies, a small packet of tablets of paracetamol, ibuprofen, and diphenhydramine. I also include a packet of antacid tablets, and a baggie with a pair of nitrile examination gloves. My daily makeup pouch always includes a small nail file and tweezers, as well as a vial of clear nail lacquer which can also be used to prevent stocking runs from getting worse, and even as liquid plaster (which is more or less the same thing as clear nail lacquer) for small wounds. My actual "survival" pouch is based around a Victorinox Rambler 52mm Swiss Army Knife, a mini Bic lighter, a Fisher Bullet Space Pen, a rescue signalling whistle, a USB flash drive with copies of important documents, and a Nitecore EC11 torch with a 16340 Li-ion battery with a micro USB charging port. My regular pocket knife, a vintage Gerber Harsey AirFrame, is too large and too locking for UK legal carry, but it's legal in most US jurisdictions. I then have a separate pouch in my handbag for a 5000 mAh backup battery, a mains charger, and charging cables, which also includes a second USB flash drive, as well as a microfiber cloth for cleaning my reading glasses and device screens, wired earbuds, and a small square of nonslip drawer liner to keep my phone from sliding around on a table, if I need it to stay put. I keep ponytail elastics in several places, of two types: the usual cloth-covered ones for my hair, and the "jelly" type, which are extremely tenacious, and which I use mostly as general purpose binding elastics. I also always carry a full set of Snow Peak titanium flatware (fork, spoon, knife) and a pair of Keith titanium travel chopsticks, for eating. Then I have a small GSI Outdoors double-sided vial containing table salt and Ajinomoto, a second GSI vial with citric acid and caster sugar, and usually a few single-serving packets of soy sauce and Tabasco sauce. Finally, my handbag always contains a hairbrush (knock-off of a Mason Pearson) and comb, and a small water bottle. Needless to say, it also contains my iPhone and iPad, my TWSBI ECO fountain pens, and my keychain, plus a KN95 mask. What I actually use as my daily handbag is a Tenba DNA camera shoulder bag, with the padded camera insert removed. There's a padded sleeve for my iPad. I have a slightly larger Tenba DNA camera/laptop bag that I use as my briefcase, which fits my MacBook Pro 13" in the padded sleeve, also with the padded camera insert removed, and all my office gear can go in there. It's no accident that friends joke about the seemingly inexhaustible contents of my handbag as if I'm Mary Poppins.

@gcvrsa Жыл бұрын

I got into this habit because during my high school days in NYC, I lived in an outer borough but attended a school in Manhattan, with a 90 min commute each way by bus and subway. If I inadvertently left something at home, there was no possibility of going back to retrieve it, so I learned to always keep the things I might need far from home on my person.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing - great insight and tips here - I'm sure readers will get some great ideas from this - you really do seem to have it sorted 👍

@LS-gk4zc 21 күн бұрын

What are the condoms for?

@Awryrwa 14 күн бұрын

@@LS-gk4zcwell

@michaelatherton826 Жыл бұрын

Silicon hair bands. Never break or get old. I've been using them for scuba for over a decade. Rubber bands dry out and break.

@davidwalker575 Жыл бұрын

I’d love to see a breakdown of how many times you’ve used each item and which ones have survived each annual review and which were switched out.

@innovativeadvertising6463 Жыл бұрын

Hey there! As a tech enthusiast, I think you might find the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule interesting. It's a compact device that offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, perfect for keeping your desktop, car, and more spotless. Plus, it has multiple tubes, high-quality filters, and a brushless motor for enhanced performance. Check it out!

@TomReinerDE Жыл бұрын

I am glad that you do not publish videos more often - they always turn out to be pretty expensive for me… 😊

@thrashing777 7 ай бұрын

How much was this build total?

@ElectroNicko_ 4 ай бұрын

This build in total was about 300 dollars.

@spr00sem00se Жыл бұрын

Having watched your videos I decided to get a victorinox, I have many Swiss army knives but they are all gifts and I don't want to wreck them, so I got one to carry in my Jeans pocket. The other day my daughter's sandles broke, and I was able to use the awl to stitch them back together and prevent the day from becoming a problem. I was very glad to have it with me.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Great to hear 👍 thanks for sharing

@KD__. Жыл бұрын

If you get an old bike inner tube they make great elastic bands/fire starters... Just cut them into slices . They have many other uses too 👍🏻

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@wesb123 Жыл бұрын

I love micro tools 🤗

@erfanahmadzade2283 Жыл бұрын

That is not what she said

@fredfinger7092 Жыл бұрын

@@erfanahmadzade2283 🤣

@CristiNeagu Жыл бұрын

That power bank is just brilliant. I ordered it immediately after I saw it in your previous video. Already came in useful. And it's so, so easy to carry. Perfect.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

great to hear

@______IV Жыл бұрын

Another great use for a magnet is in case of any ferrous bits getting in your eye.

@Lazerscythe Жыл бұрын

The 1g Loctite super glues come separate from the lids, if you keep them separate in the pouch the seal doesn't break, so it never dries out if you have it as a one use item.

@Mr_Gadge Жыл бұрын

I’ve had 6 dried out upon purchase, never mind storage. Loctite isn’t what it used to be.

@Lazerscythe Жыл бұрын

@@Mr_Gadge Ah that is unfortunate. I've been using those 1g ones for a few years and never had an issue, but I don't doubt dodgy batches exist. What brand would you recommend that you've found more reliable?

@rodrigoruiz976 Жыл бұрын

I find it to be way too much tubing (space) for a single use.

@fairbanksjp Жыл бұрын

I carry the small “single use” superglue tubes in my med kit for that same purpose. Caps come not attached and so easy to carry without having them open. Great reminder you shared.q

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for feedback 👍

@CyrilGervais 4 ай бұрын

Nice idea the glue stick !

@EasyMac308 Жыл бұрын

A ladies' hair tie is, IMHO, better than a zip tie on the lighter. It's multipurpose and reusable.

@ELaster1 Жыл бұрын

Can't believe it's the third iteration of this kit 😮 Always great to watch you breakdown a kit 👍🏻😊

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks Eyal 👍

@pgpagaia Жыл бұрын

In my experience, eye drops and plasters are two items that will come in need very frequently. Their application is usually more acute than for example gear repairs. I had to buy a new box of eye drop ampoules because I used up my box of 20. Curiously, not a single one on myself but on other people that had problems in their eyes.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Interesting! Thanks for sharing 👍

@muazqamar Жыл бұрын

If you could include the cost of everything in your kits (what you paid at the time of filming) in the videos or in the description, that would be immensely helpful. I love your videos and watch all of them, and your wisdom and advice means a lot. Thank you for everything you do!

@htuckey 11 ай бұрын

I've been enjoying your channel, and have a couple of suggestions. I always carry two items that I've not see in any other kits: 1: a couple of bread wrap twist ties, and 2: a 1"x 6" strip of non-skid shelf lining. The first is obvious, but I use the shelf lining to open stubborn screw-top bottles and jars. I'm 81, and sometimes my hands need just that little bit of extra friction needed to open those water bottles and other things.

@normblack8509 10 ай бұрын

the 1"x 6" strip of non-skid shelf lining can also be used to protect a surface or edge when using a wrench or pilers,

@LuckyTown77 Жыл бұрын

The safety pins double as carabiners and with micro cord, K2 is yours. Seriously...this is amazing.

@AllenReinecke 5 ай бұрын

Another great video! You offer so many ideas for EDC. ❤ I use a plastic twist tie around my BIC lighter. It's more easily removed and reapplied. I add a few wraps of waterproof, sticky bandage around the lighter for cuts. That stuffs sticks really well after applying a pad of paper towel over the cut. I also make small vacuumed FoodSaver packets for vinyl gloves, pills, etc. Great for lesser used items, things that can be bulky if not squeezed down, and to waterproof items. You can make bags whatever size you like. I've warmed up a length of glue stick and pressed it flatter. I carry a micro Maxpedition in my front pocket and try to keep its thickness as low as possible. My Baton 4 is either below in my pocket for quick retrieval, or hung off the pouch loop. I have a Nextool Mini Sailor (scissor version for opening the sealed bags) in the pouch. The pouch is too bulky with the light in there as well, and too fiddly to get to the light when I need it in the dark. I can use the magnet at the bottom of my Baton 4 light, hanging that via the pocket clip, while using small dia. cordage, which is squeezed down to a tight bundle with heat-shrink tubing. I have a titanium pen and whistle similar to your pill container. The whistle hangs off the light's pocket clip, again for quick access. The dark can hide many potential dangers! 👹

@lachainemanquante5397 10 ай бұрын

I would switch the zip tie to secure the bic lighter with a little rubber o-ring. Reusable and gives you other more options ...

@AlansWoodworking 4 ай бұрын

or use a Cricket lighter - the electronic one as it works when wet and doesn't leak.

@Hamilkar32 Жыл бұрын

As always great stuff. Very interesting to see a person, always thinking out of the box. Thanks for the video!

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and kind comment

@nigelsutton9073 Жыл бұрын

Add a piece of bicycle inner tube. It will ignite even when wet and a couple of thin strips are enough to start any fire!

@Summicron1951 Жыл бұрын

Great video with very practical information. To protect the "trigger" on my Bic lighter, I wind a rubber band around the neck where you put the zip tie. Comes off easier. I wind around one more rubber band on the body of the lighter.

@MrDonkov Жыл бұрын

Impressive what you managed to combine into such a small pouch. You could also wrap some tape around the BIC lighter, so no need for the extra card.

@joewatts2940 Жыл бұрын

I carry a 3 condoms on my penis at all times. I use them everyday. Lmao

@MusicChannel-uv2bx Жыл бұрын

Just a note, as rovyvon states on their website the UV light will not show fluids or bank notes (you need a higher band of UV for that). It's main purpose is just charging the GITD body

@48plaster Ай бұрын

excellent EDC information on this channel

@TestSpaceMonkey Жыл бұрын

I still prefer its strength, ability to really flood small cracks/gaps as well as the ability to wet a strip of fabric for a quick "composite" tape patch where more strength is needed. My workaround for drying is to get the small "single use" size (as others have noted) but have 2 so one is always new and sealed. I also seal the lot in a cut down heavy gauge polythene bag to mitigate messes from bends/punctures (using a vacuum bag sealer or in a pinch with a lighter and some patience). Finally, when refilling kit consumables, I give it a little shake to listen for the contents still being liquid before putting the tube back in. Thanks as always for the tips and insights into your evolving thinking.

@joereyes664 Жыл бұрын

I love the glue stick idea! Totally gonna start carrying one in my kit!

@murphygesetz 9 ай бұрын

Ziemlich cool.

@romac9516 Жыл бұрын

My loctite super glue never seems to dry up but the gluestick appeals more now anyway. Less to go wrong with a chunk of solid glue. Thanks Mr Jon Gadgetman.

@notl33t 4 ай бұрын

my favorite bid of the video is watching you stuff everything in the bag! very cool.

@oliverpolden Жыл бұрын

I’ve customised my manager with titanium scales to effectively become an Alox Rambler which sadly hasn’t been available for years but offers amazing utility for its size. I have an Aviator wallet with a thin tray and I put the tweezers and pen in that. I can still use the pen with the knife by nestling then end on it in the bottle opener of the combo tool. I have the Alpaka Zip Pouch pro and the Alpaka hub pouch which are both fantastic and offer a level of organisation. I would swap out the Bic lighter for a peanut lighter. For elastic bands, I cut pieces from old bicycle inner tubes and this allows you to choose the width you want. For super glue you can get multipacks of small 1.5g “one use” tubes but they do have a lid so are good for a few uses once opened and just replace when they do go hard.

@michaeljdauben Жыл бұрын

I put together my own micro EDC pouch inspired by your 2022 video. One of the changes from your 2022 setup I made was that I used the TNTOR power bank you featured in this video. I've been very happy with it so far.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Great to hear Michael 👍

@Northanteus 6 ай бұрын

I like hybrid flashlights/torches, like RovyVon e3 pro, so it can be charged and also use a AAA battery as backup. 👍😁

@JonGadget 6 ай бұрын

Yes, new version of this coming up soon 👍

@michael-ms4ho Жыл бұрын

Agreed on the super glue it always seems to dry up or clog… I can’t believe how much you fit in that little kit lol nice job learned a couple of new tricks from this thanks

@StewartPaton 4 ай бұрын

New to this channel, but loving the content. I find that EDCs vary because people vary, and the environments in which they choose to operate vary. In that spirit, I find that a generous stash of gaffer tape and a few cable ties solves my type of problem, removing the need for glues and such. Keep up the good work! I've learned much from you already!

@philipknowles1 Жыл бұрын

The elastic band is something I’ve recently started carrying. Can come in useful for all sorts of thing. Happened to have one with me when I was using a public loo with a broken lock. It was just enough to stop the door from swinging open. Also, ZackInTheWild always has one wrapped around his small torch. As a glasses wearer he can then attach it to the arm for hands free illumination. I also have a powerbank with a very similar form factor to yours. Gives around half a phone charge so just perfect for emergencies.

@stevec-b6214 Жыл бұрын

great tips,

@Rhubarb2 Жыл бұрын

What powerbank is it?

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

great feedback

@PedroBaele Жыл бұрын

I've been replacing the rubberbands with hairbands as they are more durable and nicer to work with.

@Brandon-0028 Жыл бұрын

I keep my Rovyvons on a magnetic key clip which is like your magnet, with a like connector on the other side. I connect it with a Micro S-Biner to my belt loop so it can fall into my pocket to avoid dangle and avoid looking like I am kitted out. On that Mico S-biner I also keep the Nomadic refillable aluminum spray vial for a quick sprits of hand sanitizer on the go. It holds an event's worth of sanitizer for a small family. Great video Jon!

@ILOVEHALOhahajk Жыл бұрын

You may have gone over this, but I have found it useful. The leatherman bit kit with the adapter included actually fits the small nail file/screwdriver on the manager/minichamp. Just expands on the screwdriver function and doesn't take up much room.

@juliandavis6028 Жыл бұрын

Super glue is still useful for me but it's a one and done item. They need to be kept in something crush-proof and once they're opened they go to my workshop and a fresh one goes in my carry pouch. Great video!

@cthulhu4278 Жыл бұрын

Try krazy glue. It has a shell.

@joeholm4591 Жыл бұрын

I may be talking about the same as the Loctite, but I have seen very small tube, like thumbnail size.

@robertbauer7521 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your videos. I have watched a whole bunch of EDC KZfaqrs and found you to have a real healthy balance of innovation and practicality without resorting to the most expensive kit. This video in particular had a few game changers for me especially the card protectors, self adhering tape, and the micro cord. Keep up the great content.

@donaldcarr8766 Жыл бұрын

There is a mini version of the clipper lighter for those that prefer it's functionality, it all comes down to the round shape over the flat bic design.

@Tim_Bassett Жыл бұрын

Great video Jon - the pouch is a good shout as is the heat shrink and glue sticks. My bag kit has grown and now has some tools in, and I use a ZF pouch for the pocket - which is actually pretty much what you have in your kit. The only major change is that I swapped the manager for a Gerber Dime - just to give pliers as an option. Its so easy to overload these kits, but yours really strikes a balance. The only word of caution would be that elastic bands perish, so will need to be swapped out regularly.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Tim - great to hear 👍

@user-rr9xi6ot4k 10 ай бұрын

This kit was one third complete when I took an airplane trip. My family made fun of me when they saw it. One teen touched a cactus and got a small spine stuck in his finger and couldn't remove it. I was then asked if I had tweezers and I didn't. But I offered duck tape on a credit card. It removed the spine! I also didn't have a small Bic lighter, so I substituted a small arc lighter. Will finish filling the kit. Thanks!

@GabyWelton 2 ай бұрын

This is a way better kit to anything I've ever knocked together myself, top job! I've ordered the maxpedition urban wallet instead, hoping it still fits everything. I also ordered the power bank - the only one I could find that looked the same here in Australia was called the 'Auskang', still through Amazon. Looking forward to a lighter kit to carry about 😊

@LarsDahlin Жыл бұрын

Great as always. I do have two tips. One is to fold a sheet of paper "Pocket Mod" style, Then you get 8 small notes, that can be scanned all at once when unfolded. The other tip is that when charging via a power bank is that no USB condom is needed. Thanks again!

@sloanNYC Жыл бұрын

Every one of these videos it seems impossible how much you get in there! Super nice... I've decided to drop a separate battery pack and use either a Wuben C2 or Sofrin IF23 instead which are very strong flashlights with power bank capability, but they do take up an awkward amount of space. Everything is a tradeoff!

@k.hussain360 Жыл бұрын

Interesting evolution of your previous kit. Certainly very compact, although the pouch is somewhat bulkier than the Topo Designs one. There are certainly some aspects that I need to incorporate into my own carry, the heat shrink tubing is a great shout. The blank cards are great. I picked up a pack 10 from eBay and intend to have multiple tapes on them across various different kits. I have found that keeping my kit across different pockets in different pouches has been working really well for me, Osprey were doing some really nice pouches, so I have two of them, one in Red that serves as a pocket first aid kit and the other carries my tools.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Great feedback and ideas - thanks for taking the time to share 👍

@joewatts2940 Жыл бұрын

LMAO! You people seriously crack me up

@lymskiUK Жыл бұрын

I’m always so impressed at your restraint. I find myself carrying quite a lot in my 2 separate kits, one is more urban and compromises of x2 maxpedition fatties that slot into my trusty and in great condition 12 year old North Face Surge back pack. It’s bordering on a get home bag plus my laptop, tools and other bits including first aid as I work away so much. My second kit is in a maxpedition gear slinger and is more set up for the great outdoors but weighs in at about 15 kilos 😅 I need to draw on your calm sense of what one realistically needs to carry!

@Sketchscape Жыл бұрын

Just picked up the Tntor power bank after watching this video and it works perfect. The aluminum frame makes it a bit heavier but the build quality and slim profile make up for it. Having the USB C port for both input and output is huge for a bank this size. The cable attached to the bank is very secure. I bought this for a mere 15 dollars off Amazon and will probably pick up another one. The material does tend to attract fingerprints but it's really a minor issue overall. Thanks for highlighting this power bank.

@innovativeadvertising6463 Жыл бұрын

Hey there! If you're looking to optimize your desktop setup, I'd highly recommend considering the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, perfect for keeping your workspace spotless. It's compact, durable, and reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth a look! Let me know if you have any other questions or need further recommendations. Happy optimizing!

@BlesamaSoul Жыл бұрын

Like it and going away from the mint tins often used by others is the way to go. I like your choices, as ever well thought out. I would still add some Wazoo Survival Gear bees waxed jute as it could be useful to help light a fire if your other kits are not available or as a candle, a flatened fire plug also easy to pop in and adds little weight, or for those seeking a little more than just the Bic perhaps a Firefly Champion Spark Marker as that covers a number of EDC bases? I'd also find a way to add a Wazoo 1 Litre Emergency Reservoir Bag or a Roasting Bag (available from the supermarket) as that can heat water up over the heat from a fire (not direct flame) or be used for covering burns in an emergency. (having had to do that recently for someone) Readyman cards with some useful tools on them adds to EDC functions with little weight, I would also seek to add some glow marker strips (perhaps run them through the molle or use a square of glow marker board to wrap your tape around) as those can be very useful at night to remind you of where you need to walk back to without having to use a torch or to tell someone where to find you/something without using a light. I know you have other kits and well covered beyond most people so no criticism intended, just thinking most people will have one EDC kit and hence they should max their maxpedition potential. Thanks John for making people think about EDC beyond the usual mint Altoids tin stuff!

@fredfinger7092 Жыл бұрын

These are excellent suggestions but probably better in the outdoor kit than the micro urban kit. I must say though you have some great ideas!

@donaldcarr8766 Жыл бұрын

Would appreciate a more detailed version of how you pack your maxpedition kit (it is hard to see how everything fits neatly with the speeded up editing).

@pascaldelaunay4740 Жыл бұрын

It is always good to see how much can be available in such a small pouch. Loctite can only be used once, when it is open, it always dry, whatever you do.

@ewdijkstra7627 Жыл бұрын

I've found that, since they're so thin and of negligible weight, fresnel lenses are best carried in the wallet; no need to worry about them becoming unusable due to scuffing since they can be had in bulk for very cheap prices. The amalgamating tape is a genuinely wonderful idea, there are likely a near limitless number of uses for that. Excellent thought including it! The exoTAC fireSLEEVE might be worth considering if you can squeeze in some extra bulk (and definitely for an outdoor kit). It fits a full-size bic lighter, making a waterproof seal that prevents the button from being depressed; the case also is meant to prevent it from sinking in deep water. It also has a rubberized strap that you can use to keep the button down to let the fuel out if you have to improvise the bic as a torch, so you don't have to keep the button depressed yourself. Glow in the dark & orange colorways also make identification easy. For this or other kits, you should also consider ranger bands - super-heavyweight rubber bands that can not only keep stuff together, but actually hold small pieces of gear down or (if included in a wilderness kit) even be used as an emergency last-resort fuel for fire. Just be certain to be in a well-ventilated area if it comes to that...

@JK-pg2qn 6 ай бұрын

This is an amazing kit, and I'd be happy to carry it around, albeit with a few tweaks: - Depending on the real estate inside the pouch I might be inclined to replace the glue stick with a slightly longer piece of 7mm stick, as the one you have appears to be 12mm. - I'd bring superglue back. I have these tiny 1g tubes that are perfect. I chose to separate the tube and the cap, as I'd rather not have it pierce the seal on the tube by accident. Still, I decided not to carry the tube itself unprotected, so I took an old cap from a hardened tube, cut the nozzle off and trimmed the inside to have a perfect tube cap that adds no bulk and keeps the seal on the tube safe. - Unless you keep one somewhere else, I'd add a USB drive. A few gigabytes is enough, and you can buy some really tiny ones. - I'd possibly wrap the gorilla tape either around the lighter or, say, the sleeve with money to do without that white card and save a bit of space - Perhaps emergency earplugs?

@EDCMECH Жыл бұрын

My issue with Jon's videos is that before the video ends, I have purchased most of the items! One tab youtube, the other Amazon LOL! Well done jon!

@mtyx01 Жыл бұрын

Mouth agape! This is the best and most useful video of your channel! Thanks Jon...

@bss6357 Жыл бұрын

I have used an emergency $20 visa gift card to wrap the G-tape around. I occasionally use the card to see if it works. Sometimes the number has to be typed in, but, it works. G-tape always works...

@dennisalbers2 Жыл бұрын

Always love your videos and content, very in-depth and informative. I bought 2 pairs of Thin Optics because of one for your videos. I love them!!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great feedback. Really good to hear 👍

@CaptainA1015 7 ай бұрын

Another good pack is the maxpedition Hook and loop as an alternative pouch

@LansingPP Жыл бұрын

I started throwing a small Victorinox in my back pocket every day and I use it multiple times every day. Ultra useful

@CastrateThePig Жыл бұрын

I use a pouch from Muji which is incredibly light and works excellent for me. I also keep their folding scissors and use some of their small plastic containers inside too. all of it is super affordable and definitely worth a look!

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@sorearm Жыл бұрын

good call

@tahirahmed3747 Жыл бұрын

Which pouch from Muji?

@davidjacobs828 Жыл бұрын

@@JonGadget Hi Jon, another truly inspirational video . Your expertise in this field is absolutely beyond compare ... You are to Gadgets and their various combinations an applications, what dave Canterbury is to survival methodology ... You deserve 50 ,000,000 subscribers mate ... Thanks again for all your hard work jon.

@TimothySeng Жыл бұрын

Sick, keep it up man. You're doing great stuff!

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

@AcousticGeorge Жыл бұрын

I love the idea of the credit card wallets. A game changer for me was putting tie on pull tabs on some of the smaller and more fiddly items I have in my pouch. I wonder if there's a way of implementing something similar with the little credit card wallets? Maybe something like an index tab? Items could also be colour coded to an extent so that they're easier to find and access by just pulling on the tab.

@melisatulotta4642 10 ай бұрын

This was a fantastic and thorough video. So many things to consider and implement for my family and I. Thank you!

@fumikato 3 ай бұрын

Very inspiring, although i can't afford most of the products that's being shown, it gives me a very clear idea of what to and what not to have on my EDC, and the video itself is still very enjoyable to watch.. nice background btw

@EricHenning 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been using the Mini Champ and it’s my EDC keychain mutitool.

@1Craigsworld 9 ай бұрын

thanks . surprisingly I learned a bunch.

@bl_ss_d 10 ай бұрын

This is the best one yet. Thanks for all the recommendations

@DD_Davey Жыл бұрын

Thin micro glasses can be bought as a key chain. The case is small and protects the glasses from being crushed if inadvertent pressure is put upon your pouch. That’s a better choice for my carry 👍

@josephg.3370 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the links!

@vktravellog1242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for introducing the A8! I bought one and boy this little thing packs a punch. There is nothing like it! I will buy a second one!

@VileVisionshaunt 3 ай бұрын

The UV feature on any light is also useful when you want to throw a spontaneous rave. Now all we need is some micro decks and mini speakers

@RockMonsterDad Жыл бұрын

Love the kit videos. Particularly the evolution of recurring featured kits like this one.

@MMM-np2rg Жыл бұрын

Brilliant as always. Looking forward to the next one. Thanks John.

@jacqueseales4029 Жыл бұрын

Very practical kit! I would replace the needle and thread with Steri-Strips from 3M (pain free stitches).. Power banks I have two from the same brand (Red-E). I have however only purchased each of them only once - as they have a lifetime guarantee, and are replaced at no cost to me if they stop working for whatever reason. The 5000mah was in fact replaced yesterday after 3 years of hard use.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@franksterkb891 4 ай бұрын

you're a legend, Jon! Cheers from Poole, UK

@timmowh 10 ай бұрын

I love your videos and you've recommended some great equipment. There's one tool that has been in my kits and pockets for decades which I haven't ever seen you mention. A pair of 4.5 inch tongue and groove pliers have proven very handy and versatile.

@jerryf101 Жыл бұрын

As always, great content. I always learn a lot from your videos. For my EDC kit, I use a basic elastic hair band double-wrapped around the lighter to prevent accidental discharge. Dual use always plays. Also, I find having a nail clipper invaluable. To that end, I carry the OUTU Keychain Nail Clipper Multitool. Thanks again for all the info.

@JonGadget Жыл бұрын

great feedback Jerry - thanks for sharing

@Ddcfus4gs Жыл бұрын

Nice job! The only thing I would change is instead of having a lighter with a flint, I switched over to click style lighters years ago and have never ever had a problem. Matter of fact you can dunk it under water and immediately light it every time. And they're sold pretty much everywhere Bic lighter is

@sheen5329 9 ай бұрын

Mr Gadget, I would like to take the time to thank for the discount you gave me for the in charge x.

@bb_lou 10 ай бұрын

just want to point out there are mini Clipper lighters that are also refillable and have replaceable flints, they're just smaller (only ever managed to find one sold inside of a metal housing, making it about the same size as a regular one, but removing the housing is easy enough and I'm pretty sure you can find them separately with a bit of luck)

@StarDarkAshes Жыл бұрын

Another good thing to keep in a pouch like that is maybe one or two pairs of those super thin disposable polyurethane food prep gloves. You can get like 100 of them for about $2 and you never know when you might need to touch some thing that you really don’t want to touch. Like maybe your butt crack itches or some thing and you don’t want to stick your bare hand down in there😂

@theandybchannel.1819 Жыл бұрын

Pound land do a micro clipper Jon, perfect for your kit. And the glue gun trick is brilliant, ive copied that immediately. Cheers

@unclemike2044 8 ай бұрын

Hi, Great Channel, as a newer subscriber I have been watching you older videos and have gotten some great tips. I picked up from this one the emergency glasses, and the magnet. I didn't like the bulk of the magnet in my Maxpedition Mini so I hooked them on to the pull tabs . Works great and "locks" the pull tabs. Those glasses are a handy for someone who used reading glasses sporadically, regards, Mike

@Raees-Divitiae 10 ай бұрын

If you commonly wear a hat, utilize it. Anything that's light-weight can be snapped, taped, or clipped to it. 1 (one) of my hats has 5 (five) paper clips in succession. Also, 2 (two) pins on the side, along with 4 (four) BAND-AIDs inside, put into place with electrical tape. It just saves space. Sure, you could get crazy with your loadout, but ya kinda don't wanna raise too much attention.

@AnnieGill7 Жыл бұрын

Wow, wonderful little package you have put together! Thanks for show and tell Jon! Loved it. 👍🏼🫵🐾❤️

@brinh123 3 ай бұрын

I carry a couple of dispersible aspirin - not only good for pain relief but can be used if someone has a suspected heart attack (after checking they're not allergic to aspirin!)

@dai19721 Жыл бұрын

glasses case with a rubber band round it make for the best EDC carry.

@CrepuscularChaot 7 ай бұрын

That’s so 2023 Jon. It’s been 2024 for nearly 4 hours… talk about behind the times! 😂. Guess my first purchase of 2024 is gonna be shrink wrap tubing!

@familielampe1352 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting video, it could be the kit for Jake of all traded😆 and thank you for your clear and easily understandable English.

@thefreakingrickdaton3273 Жыл бұрын

I would suggest you Jon to include one hair elastic band as they can be really useful as well. One of my colleagues used to drive me to work and and women had to tie their hair, one time she was worried because she didn't have her elastic band so i was really happy to offer her mine!

@preparedpodcast Жыл бұрын

Great Kit, thank you for showing. I have a tip for your cut Zip-Ties. Cut them with a nail clipper, so you will not have sharp edges. Keep on going with the good work!

@themrgumbatron Жыл бұрын

nice EDC!

@manuellucero8414 9 ай бұрын

Nice kit! I use a Harbor Knot made with #36 bankline instead of a zip tie on my Bic lighter, as I saw in a Black Hat Bushcraft video. It's really useful, as it can be easily adjusted and removed in a matter of seconds, depending on which end of the bankline you pull.

@adalix3954 Жыл бұрын

Very happy to have seen this vid, it'll allow me to complete my kit! Hey Monsieur J, j'ai vu une photo de vous avec des cheveux (et jaunes par dessus le marché !), j'ai bien rigolé ;)

@purplehipporecorder Жыл бұрын

Rubber bands perish, and you get melted rubber over everything. A better choice is hair ties or silicone bands.

@robo52 Жыл бұрын

Always like watching your videos, never knowing what will turn up. Typical response to watching your videos ... yep, yep, got-it ... oh, that's a cool idea ..., add that one ... As always, great content and presentation style and length is perfect.