Best EDC Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards

For many carry enthusiasts, EDC holds a particular charm. After all, it’s the gear that keeps you prepared. And our Best EDC finalists span a broad spectrum, from flashlights to pens, multi-tools and more. All committed to serving your EDC needs in compact forms. But which one is most worthy of your daily carry, perfectly nailing that balance of aesthetics and functionality? You decide.

VOTING CLOSED

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The James Brand Mehlville

The EDC carabiner is a staple in most setups. An easy way to attach an assortment of smaller items to your bag or clothing for ready access. But the practical application doesn’t always work so well, with the potential for items to slip off when the carabiner is opened. But The James Brand solves this problem with the Mehlville, an ultra-sleek dual compartment carabiner that allows for easy attaching and detaching of the top compartment while keeping items secure in the bottom compartment. It’s crafted with lightweight yet durable aluminum and includes a useful inbuilt bottle opener for heightened versatility.

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Keyport Anywhere Tools

Your carry needs change from day to day, so doesn’t it make sense that your carry setup should too? Keyport’s Anywhere Tools are a modular EDC system that provides an easy way to adapt to different needs. The system features a Pocket Clip that accepts a variety of modules such as a miniature pocket knife, charging cable, miniature flashlight and multi-tool. The modules stack neatly on the Pocket Clip for compact portability and are easy to add or remove as required, so you can carry just what you need for the day.

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Leatherman FREE

Leatherman is an iconic name in the multi-tool game. And now they’re enhancing their reputation further with Leatherman FREE. The system focuses on ready access, keeping all tools located externally and allowing them to be opened without the use of fingernails. And the new magnetic architecture reduces friction, enabling easier opening and closing. Available across a range of tools, it keeps you efficiently prepped to handle a diverse variety of day-to-day needs.

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NITECORE NTP30 Titanium Bidirectional Bolt Action Tactical Pen

A pen that does more than just write? The NITECORE NTP30 helps you get more functionality out of your EDC by doubling as a useful self-defence and emergency tool. The pen has a retractable tungsten steel tapered tip that serves as a glass breaker or self-defence tool. The premium German-made gel ink refill enables quick-drying, waterproof, and fade-resistant writing. And the lightweight yet durable TC4 titanium alloy construction easily stands up to regular use and everyday carry.

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Prometheus Lights Mini Turbo MKIII

Prometheus Lights packs a punch for pocket-friendly flashlights with their Mini Turbo MKIII. The flashlight retains the handy features of the Mini MKIII but adds a larger turbo head and a Cree XPL-HI LED that provides 20m more throw than the MKII. The flashlight also offers a more user-friendly UI, improved rotational grip, and magnetic tailcap amongst its updates. Small but mighty, it’s a worthy illumination option for any EDC setup.

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Gear Infusion EverRatchet Ratcheting Keychain Multitool

Trying to tighten or loosen bits in tights spaces or with minimal visibility is frustrating and time-consuming. But the EverRatchet makes easy work of DIY and day-to-day tasks thanks to its dynamic ratchet beam which prevents the need to lift and reset the tool with each turn. And this nifty tool doesn’t just stop there, providing a range of other functions such as pry bar, wrench, bottle opener, scraper and screwdriver features in its EDC-friendly form.

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The James Brand Benton Pen

The Benton is a dapper, durable EDC pen that’s easy to carry everywhere you go. The lanyard loop and pocket clip provide flexible portability and easy access on the go, while the sleek and hard-wearing 304 stainless steel barrel exudes strength and style in equal measure. A fine balance of minimalist style and practical functionality, the Benton comes with a black
Schmidt 900 M cartridge and is available in two attractive finishes to suit your tastes.

Titaner Multi Function Pry Bar

Compact and lightweight, the Titaner Multi Function Pry Bar measures just 65mm long and weighs 15.95g. But don’t let its pint-sized form fool you. The multi-tool packs in the functionality, offering a pry bar, screwdriver, bottle opener, rotating Phillips head bit and hex wrench. All in a design that fits easily on a keychain or slips into a bag pocket.

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Quiet Carry Shorty Key Organizer

Sometimes minimalist setups don’t require much more beyond your keys and a handy pocketknife. And the Quiet Carry Shorty Key Organizer lets you carry both in a slim, stylish design that declutters your pocket while keeping items readily accessible. The organizer fits 3 to 5 keys and includes a locking blade, all in a compact and lightweight build featuring a titanium frame. A loop hole allows you to attach it to a lanyard or keyring, while the pocket clip attaches easily to clothing and bag pockets alike.

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Big Idea Design Ti Click EDC Pen

Sometimes you like the style of a pen but aren’t so keen on the cartridge. But with Big Idea Design’s Ti Click EDC Pen you get a ruggedly suave pen with an adjustable length that accepts over a hundred cartridge refills, making it easy to tailor to your ideal writing setup or swap cartridges to suit changing needs. Custom machined from grade 5 titanium alloy, the pen offers an anti-slip design with minimized tip wiggle.

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RovyVon Aurora A5 GITD Keychain Flashlight

Flashlights help you see in the dark. But finding them in the dark? That’s where things get tricky. But not with the RovyVon Aurora A5, a glow-in-the-dark flashlight that’s easy to spot so you can spend less time rummaging and get on with the illumination task at hand. The flashlight offers up to 550 lumens, with a choice of sidelight options that include a white reading light and either a red signal light or UV light. Rechargeable via micro USB, the flashlight weighs just 0.416oz (11.8g) and includes a lanyard, neck chain and pocket clip for flexible carry.

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Tactile Turn Titanium Gist Rollerball Pen

An everyday pen should be more than just a functional writing instrument. It should be something you want to reach for. A piece like the Tactile Turn Titanium Gist Rollerball Pen. The updated Gist is a handsome capped pen with a secure acme thread. The longer body improves the pen’s proportions and holding comfort, along with accommodating standard international converters. The updated design also now takes just 1.5 turns to open and close, as opposed to the almost 3 turns from the original design. Additionally, a plastic interior part prevents metal on metal contact. And with its classy titanium barrel you get lightweight and enduring elegance for everyday use.

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ReyLight Triple Ti Dawn

Rey Ye, an engineer and passionate flashlight enthusiast, created the ReyLight Triple Ti in 2014. Fast-forward to now and the eye-catching Triple Ti Dawn. The flashlight offers a range of updates over the original including a redesigned tail for easier use, improved build quality with a custom-made rubber cap to keep the elements at bay, a glow-in-the-dark gasket, a highly durable and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal lens, plus a Nichia 219C 4000K LED offering a maximum output of 1,500 lumens. It also comes with an additional 18650 extension tube if more power is required.

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INVENTERY Bolt Action Pen

Meticulously crafted and elegant in style, INVENTERY’s Bolt Action Pen is a piece you’ll be using not just now, but decades from now. The design strips back unnecessary elements to create a piece that’s beautiful and highly considered in its simplicity, not to mention highly satisfying in use. Machined from raw brass, the pen comes in a range of sizes and finishes and is backed by a lifetime warranty.