This channel focusses on urban, travel and countryside EDC and tips.
I look at the small items that make a big difference in helping you navigate modern life in simple, confident competence.
By EDC - I mean - Everyday Carry, Everyday Convenience & Everyday Competence
EDC starts with pocket carry and extends out into useful tips, tools and toolkits. It includes anything that makes life a little easier. I show a range of equipment reviews and ideas to help better prepare for everyday and unusual situations that crop up as we go about our lives. This includes some everyday tech for non-techies as well. I am based in the UK so you won't see any guns or large lock knives.
As a modern man/traveller/Dad/Grandad I have a lot of life experience with some suitable and usefull ideas for everyone. I know that EDC is often more of a boy's (man's) interest and I will try to make sure that the videos interest women as well. I really welcome all comments helping me to get better.
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Does the light go on when in the pocket and drain the battery?
It doesn't seem to. The battery lasts for a long time. You need to keep press the shield emblem for the light to come on and hold it. As soon as you release the shield the light goes off.
Great look at this one Mark ! Of the little dinky Vic's this would be a good choice ......that said , I doubt own one ! I only have one dinky Vic ...the Alox Minichamp , which I love and think is the pick of the bunch ! Mind you if you need a torch and a pen ............................
@@tonysponies.2007 Thanks Tony. I haven't got the Alox mini-champ. It's on my list to get and try out. I don't use the MM pen very often, But when I do it has been useful to have it.
Definitely a useful piece. Great vide Mark!!!
@@RandysWSG Thanks for watching Randy!!
The bare metal British knives are renowned for weak springs. The original black scaled ones are far better made
Thanks Will. I had not heard that.
Awesome video, buddy!👍👍Now I want one of those😆
Thanks David. It is my most used SAK!
Another fantastic model from Victorinox…!!! You should think about doing some work with QVC…🤣 Brilliant video mate…. Catch you later 😎👊🏻
@@SeanT_1967 Cheers Sean. 🤣 I hope it wasn't too much a hard sell. I genuinely love this SAK!!
Very nice video! Nice that the light and pen are on the same end.
Thanks brother! It is handy. Not that I need to write in the dark vert often!
Fab video That’s gone on the ever growing list of wants 😂❤
Thanks Will. It is definitely the SAK I use the most.
I am very tempted, if only it was made in France 😂. I am way down the rabbit hole. This was a brilliantly in depth video Mark
Thanks Elan. I am trying to up my game with my videos. Sorry it's not French. 😂
I love the Victorinox cards. Got all these tools even got one with a light and magnifying glass..mind you i have a midnight manager but just carry the card everywhere. And sometimes a tiny multi tool. All best from Australia 👍
The Swiss cards are great! I have a basic one. I'll do a review on it in a few weeks... Thanks for stopping by.
Very persuasive.
Thanks brother.
Sorry, could be because of me being an autist, but why the hell did you cut open the plastic wrap in the beginning. It has a perfectly working opening to slide the stuff right out of it. 😳😳😳 Sorry. I now shut up and try to learn how to use this thing. 🙈
I know - I realised afterwwarrds and kicked myself.... It is weird doing stuff whilst on camera.... Well spotted!!! I have moved onto some better stropping paste called Smurf poo. I'll do a video soon. But stropping is definitely better than sharpening most of the time...
@@MB_EDC Smurf poo sounds amazing and I hope it is available in Germany - even if it is just for the name only. 😂🤣😂 Thank you and you really helped me at a point where I was like: „Hey great, now I got a strop… what the heck am I supposed to do now?!“ 😅 One of those questions coming up, when starting with wood carving… I guess.
@unheilbargut A few of my viewers recommended the Smurf Poo. I got it on Amazon.
For everyday use just cutting what more do you need..
@@jamesbranham2217 Definitely. A great single blade knife.
Great chat 👍❤️
@@willwilson2502 Thanks Will. There are a few more in that series and I need to record some more...
I have just purchased a Rebar and I have to say, I am very impressed with it. I have the wingman and also a Swiss Army knife. Can you use any of the accessories that you can purches. Craig.
I think that you can attach some of the bit kits to the Phillips driver using and extender/adaptor. I don't like the Leatherman bits as they are quite soft and prefer to use a separate bit driver kzread.info/dash/bejne/poea2a6Om7WZedo.html
Nice video, and a good view in handling the Victorinox Dual Knife Sharpener, but the "Background " music is quiet too loud, so it´s hard to understand you. Specially for not nativ english speaking folks like me.
Sorry about that. This was one of my early videos. My other sharpening videos have no background music.Knife Sharpening kzread.info/head/PLWFhuA986mxNYk5x8NvIbeMoFbFA_vDlB
Remember lads.... Leave your hand and foot claws at home when you go out for fish and chips!
Haha! Yes - some of the weapons banned have not been seen outside of a Kung Fu movie.
is it safe for the Nintendo switch?
Yes. I use it to charge my Nintendo Switch when I'm traveling. I use a cable - my Switch does not support wireless charging.
They all come with a burr, yes... but that's a two-minute fix with a strop and they're truly great knives after that. Amazingly slicey, super-comfortable handle, very light weight, easy to maintain, a range of sizes for all occasions (a six in your pocket, an eight in the backpack), a choice of steels, and ... so cheap you don't have to worry about them. The stiffness of the opening is a feature to make sure there's no play in the blade when it's open, it's important with a wooden handle like this. If you have no fingernails or want to open it fast there's a trick called the "coup du savoyard". Relegating them to "gardening" because of a burr on the edge seems like a huge fail.
It didn't feel so comfortable in my hand. I have moved it into my fire making kit since making this video. Great fit starring fires with a ferro rod. It's not legal carry in the UK unless I remove the locking ring.
Ron from Indiana, self-defense is a GOD given right.In Indiana we are a constitution carry state if you can legally own a firearm you can carry it.we are a stand your ground state and are under no obligation to retreat if attacked. I own alot of knives some locking some not they all have there place.Brass knuckle are legally to carry also.
Self defence is a human right. Carrying weapons is not. In many countries, including the UK - we are allowed to defend ourselves. Just not with weapons. With the ban on guns and most offensive weapons there is less need to carry those weapons anyway.
I always feel deprived that I cannot carry a Leatherman in the UK. Another tool that is often overlooked is the Swiss Card by Victorinox - designed to go in the wallet. The blade in it is tiny and the handle quite flimsy, however technically it is a fixed blade and would therefore be illegal.
@@stephencooper315 I get by without a Leatherman most days. I do have a Swiss card on my work bag, which should be OK. Everyday I carry a midnight manager and another shiny knife. Usually another Victorinox
Beautifully shot video! The background music is just right. Thanks for taking us outside! Looks like a very efficient kettle.
@@SigogglinJack Thanks Brother! The storm kettle is awesome. Thanks fort the comments about the video. There were a lot of noises where I was filming so I had to do a voiceover and tried adding the background music.
Here in Indiana the only edge weapon you can't carry are ballistic knife and throwing stars.
That seems sensible. I guess we have more knife crime here in UK, because there are almost no guns.
I really like this! Might have to pick on up some day. Great video on it too. Thanks Mark!
Thanks Randy. I just started using this again. It is great for having a brew just about anywhere.
What a fantastic kettle Mark, I've never seen one before! Love that it takes minimal fuel to boil. Great video!
Thanks Nikki. One of my previous bosses at Cadburys had one. He was a Kiwi!!!!
Great video, buddy!
Thanks David. I appreciate you watching. Take care brother.
Fantastic video…!!! Really like the look of these….. very clever design and no working part’s to go wrong…!!!! Very impressed with the small amount of fuel needed and the speed of bringing the water to the boil..😎 Thanks brother, enjoyed this one 😎👊🏻
Thanks Sean. I thought I'd try a different type of video. It is my favourite kettle and I have some new kit to make it more of a stove as well.
I found the diagram really helpful! Enjoyed the relaxing video with the music. Your videos are really calming. I appreciate the long term review (over 20 years) wow! It is brilliant you can tip it by pulling up on the cork and chain.
I absolutely love this piece of kit and have dragged it halfway across the world with me. I don't think they are available in the US. But a Kelly kettle is almost the same.
Beware the spork!
Haha. I am not sure where this fits. Is it a knife, is it a fork, is it a spoon? No - it's a spork!!!! Strange as I've just done a video on Sporks...
I LOVED mine. Until the back spring broke. Useless now
That's a bummer. Did you speak to HH about it?
@@MB_EDC nah, I’d had it ages at that point anyway so I was gutted at the time but I’ve moved on. Think it’s worth mentioning it to them?
@@nathski22 No sure....you could try......... On the plus side they are under £20
That’s absolutely amazing. I’ve never seen anything like that before my life. What are unique peace of course it’s made in UK.
The Real Steel knives are made in China. This was a special edition for a UK Knife and outdoors retailer Heinnie Haynes. It was under £20. I'll do a full review in a couple of weeks.
Wasteman
Huh?
Wasteman @@MB_EDC
@timplant4760 No worries. What was it you didn't like?
8 hours of cutting in a box factory I sharpen my utility blade every day and it saves me 10 bucks every day I yous a spyderco pocket stone takes a minute but sentence company does not provide a good box cutter it's worth it the give us a plastic molded utility blade x change 2 side of a utility blade that just has a utility blade but should just give the employees a standard stanley 10099 with a kolbalt 200 pack utility blades cost in 2024 maybe 30 bucks depending on shipping and bulk purchase and shipping training for people that don't have a clue how to sharpen a dang knife or utility blade
Wow that’s a huge saving over a year! Utility blades are usually easy to sharpen and doesn’t take too long to learn how to sharpen - then it takes a couple of minutes a day max. to sharpen.
You are so freakin right.... I just didn't order one ... :)
I bought one for my wife and she has misplaced it. It wasn’t the last one I bought. Checkout my Victorinox playlist for more reviews.
light my fire spork titanium
Yes I have seen those. I got the plastic ones really for my children to use. I will check out the titanium one.
let us hear the mouse clicks!
Sorry. I was having sound issues and had to do a voiceover later. The mouse clicks are audible but not too loud
Great video, buddy!
Thanks David!!
Someone finally did this, WOW. here is my 2 cents: As a seasoned backpacker and traveler, I've put a bunch of sporks through their paces over the last 30 years - probably close to a dozen. Here's my take on the top contenders: MSR Folding Spork This spork reigns supreme for its ultimate portability. It collapses down neatly to fit in even the most cramped corners of your pack, and it boasts a space for attaching to a carabiner, ribbon, or rope. Plus, the spoon can handle heat without getting your fingers toasty. It's a reliable spork that's earned a spot in both my auto emergency kit and camping cook set. Also Great: Sea to Summit Folding Spork The Sea to Summit spork is my go-to backup. It's another foldable option that comes in a close second to the MSR. Solid Option (But Not for Winter): Light My Fire Spork The Light My Fire spork was not comfortable in my hand during regular use, it unfortunately succumbed to the brutal winter elements on a cold-weather camping trip. The extreme cold made it brittle and prone to breaking. If frigid temperatures aren't on your agenda, this spork might be worth considering, but keep in mind how weather conditions can affect its durability. One to Avoid The Tokes folding spork was a total letdown. It was stiff and clunky to open and close, making for a frustrating user experience.
Thanks. I’ve not been keen on folding sporks. But I will check one out. You are not the first to mention the brittle light my fire sporks - so I will watch out for this.
I used to feel that way about the scissors,but not anymore. It would be just the same if they left it like it is. [The "Rebar" has become my EDC tool].
I think I am more of a Victorinox guy. It doesn’t help that the locking blades in the Rebar mean it isn’t legal carry in public without a good reason.
Great video Mark! I like the titanium more. I had the lite my fire ones but they broke in my pack before I ever tried them out haha.
Video point Randy. They don’t seem too brittle, but may not age well. I’ll try the titanium one out on my next trip.
Looks like some great options! I wonder how airport security would feel about the titanium spork. Seems like it should be okay.
Thanks Eric. I brought the plastic one with me on a flight yesterday. I will try the titanium one another time.
@@MB_EDC Thanks! I hope you don't lose it on my account 😂
@ericstarr9399 No worries. It is on my list of things to check
Not an issue.
A stropping with leather, adds a little fine tuning after sharpening it.
Definitely! I made this video when I was new to sharpening. Now I strop more than sharpen.
This is the knife I keep on my desk. Too heavy to carry. Warning to all, the Victorinox screwdrivers are soft and easily damaged. However, Victorinox will replace them for free if you ship your knife to the factory.
Thanks for this. I have not had that issue with the screwdrivers. But good to know Victorinox will replace them.
@@MB_EDC If they decide to replace your knife with an equivalent knife (maybe different if your knife is discontinued), they'll do that instead, but I think they'll ask you first.
@@numbersix8919 Ok. Thanks. good to know.
The Deluxe Tinker is the desktop SAK for me
The scissors are super useful!
Have a great trip…!!!! Looks like you’ve got things covered…😎👊🏻
Thanks Sean.
Interesting video. There is a lot of crossover between what one needs for a bike and a tool kit generally. Point taken. Note, they make a kit like this with a chain tool included but I'd prefer this with Pedro's multifunction chain tool that gives you spoke wrenches among other things. I like stand alone bike tools in preference to the SAK like ones with fold out tools that predominate. I especially like my chain tools stand alone. If that's the case fold out type tools irk me less, might even make more sense in terms of lost bits. I must admit I have a fondness for Leatherman's and bits with the extension, the thin type bit at one end and regular bit receiver at other end ones or the kind that fit on Rebars or Fuse, Kick etcetera with the square shaped Phillips shaft you put a bit fitting on. The lightest option probably is a Skeletool with the bits you need. Pliers are pretty handy to have generally. Driving bits is the bonus. It's easy to take the Skeletool clipped to your pocket. I also have a soft spot for the old bone wrenches over sockets with bike kits.
Thanks for taking the time to comment. I'm not a huge leatherman fan and have the Rebar, but it's not legal carry in the UK. Although as part of a bike repair kit it might be OK when cycling. I like having separate tools where I can and have a couple of videos on pocket toolkits. It is rumoured that Victorinox will be bringing out some blade-less multitools. Possibly with one aimed at cyclists. Now that could be interesting if they get it right.
@@MB_EDC In your country I'd try to get ahold of an old Kick, no locking blade, and the bit kit they still sell for it or an old knifeless Fuse or, brace yourself, I'd get the cheapest Leatherman I could that still drives bits and snap off the knife blade! Or if you have the tools remove it and maybe add a file or other tool. I know snapping off a blade seems extreme but if it gives you what you want then so be it. Snap, cut, whatever...remove it if it's a locking blade and or one handed or whatever your laws require. A folding pair of pliers that can drive bits with a lot of torque when handles are at 90 degree angles from each other is nothing to sneeze at or dismiss! It's just an opinion. Some might say look at the new Bond tool as well... I'd contrast Bond with an old Kick in your country.
@@michaelkulman7095 Thanks I’ll take a look at that. I do have the Knipex Cobra XS. Which in my opinion are better that the Leatherman pliers and they are tiny/light.
@@MB_EDC I forgot, they make a knifeless Rebar and a bit kit for it. Some tools, like Skeletool I think have fasteners that one can find bits to remove rather easily. I think removing the blade from Skeletool makes a lot of sense. If you won't use the pocket clip remove that too. I've always sort of been blaise about blades on multitools as I would usually just carry a knife as a preference, a preference one can tailor to your location as you have to do.
@@MB_EDC@MB_EDC Also consider: In the UK a blade-less multitool seems like it would be appealing. I mean a bunch of locking tools and you can just carry any non- locking knife you like maybe a SAK Compact if your tool doesn't have scissors for example or a SAK Walker if your multitool doesn't have a saw, or a SAK Waiter so you can open a beer or bottle of wine without getting a bigger tool out... There is still a tool-less Rebar and there used to be a tool-less Fuse or get a SOG and just remove the knife, replace it with something else if you wish as they sell individual impliments. If you could find a Leatherman Leap it allows you to remove the knife and is lightweight... Also there was a Leatherman Kick that had no locking blades including the knife and some (few) had pocket clips (sold separately). It just had screwdrivers, a knife and of course and plier head but it was light. Speaking of old tools if one could find a PST, PST 2, Sideclip, or even a Gerber MPT (copy of PST) they'd all work in the UK I believe. Personally I feel I need a needle nose pliers and things like a file and scissors are highly desirable do I may be drawn to the Leatherman type tools more than you. Certainly the Knipex are better for a lot of things though. So I hope I gave you some UK friendly ideas to ponder...
A spoon/Spork is a very underrated bit of EDC
Absolutely. Just started carrying one again! Don't know why I stopped??
Excellent overview of choices! I can’t make it through my day without a pocket notebook. Mine really is my second brain. Writing small tasks and appointments down really frees up my mind to focus on more complex things.
Thanks Brother. My work notebook is my second brain for work. I'm looking to extend that into other parts of my life.
As a former obsessed knife nut, I can say the classic is my most carried and used pocket knife. In my 30's and early 40's I was the obsessed knife collector, and had quite an extensive accumulation of knives. From a bunch of Randall's to high end folders. By age 50, I was questioning what the heck was I doing with all this junk??? Sold off all of it, kept a few Swiss Army knives for general pocket duty. Since about the late 1990's, the humble little classic has been my true EDC pocket knife. I don't hunt, but I do enjoy the heck out of fishing. The classic cuts monofilament fishing line with easy. For actually cleaning of the catch, I use the Victorinox serrated edge paring knife that's in the tackle box, that cleans up with a bit of dunking in the river. But for everyday knocking around the typical American suburbia that I live in, the classic does it all. Opens plastic packages, snips, files, and the tweezers have plucked burrs from between my dogs paw pads. The SD tip of the nail file works great on small and medium Phillips screws, and I have used that tool to fix a stalled out Vespa motor scooter on a dirt road in the middle nowhere, fixed the control arm on an outboard motor on a boat at the other end of a long and winding lake, and a doorknob assembly on an air B&B in Key West. That SD tip is a fantastic tool. The knife blade is big enough for all that package opening, plus cutting the jute twine I use out back in the garden for the tomato and pepper plants. Great little pocket knife!!!!
SOmehow - I had overlooked this in my recent rediscovery of pocket knives. I think because I came across the Midnite Manager and that is my EVERY day 5th pocket carry. I see this as being useful if I am out in the wet and don't want to risk My Midnite manger flashlight/battery getting wet.. The Classic SD is bomb-proof.
@@MB_EDC The Midnite Manager is a great SAK, and the lite is a very nice touch. But wet conditions is what worried me, as for most of my life I lived in Maryland, and spent a huge amount of time on the Chesapeake Bay sailing, or in the rivers close by on some kind of small boat. I was worried about the contacts getting wet as often I had spray on me, or in the case of kayaks, water leaking in around the spray skirt. So I carried a small single AAA keychain flashlight that was O-ring sealed with a depth rating of 12 feet.
@@Jackknife1951 Good call. I mostly work from home or in an office so the MM is perfect. But for wet winter walks I leave it at home. I always have an i3E EOS on my keychain. Really handy and the AAA battery lasts ages for occasional use.