Upgrade Your Carry: 5 EDC Picks from Budget to Luxe

As any EDC enthusiast knows, honing and refining your setup as your needs and style preferences change is all part of the fun! So we’ve picked 5 awesome EDC releases you should definitely check out, each delivering functionality, style, and EDC-friendly portability in one. Let’s dive in!

Gerber Armbar Mini (US$20.99)

The Armbar Mini is a compact new addition to the popular Gerber Armbar family. But while other tools in the line may be more suited to a pocket or bag, the Armbar Mini is small and lightweight enough to carry easily on a keychain. With six tools available including a plain edge blade, flat head driver, cross driver, scissors, tweezers, and a bottle opener, you can handle everything from eyewear repairs to opening packages, removing splinters, and kicking back with a refreshing beverage. Made with anodized aluminum and durable stainless-steel black oxide, this lightweight and multifunctional tool also comes in at a budget-friendly price, making it a great addition to any EDC setup.

Native Union (Re)Classic Magnetic Power Bank (from USS$69.99)

The key to successful EDC? Keeping bulk down without sacrificing functionality. And Native Union lets you do just that with their magnetic (Re)Classic Power Bank. Available in 5,000mAh and 10,000mAh options, it attaches magnetically to MagSafe-enabled cases or phones and offers wireless charging up to 15W. The slim design fits in a bag or pocket, making it easy to charge your tech on the go. Plus there’s a two-way USB-C port that lets you recharge the power bank or another device, and pass-through charging to recharge a phone and the power bank simultaneously.

Benchmade Bugout 535SL-13 (US$320) and Benchmade Mini Bugout 533SL-10 (US$310)

The Benchmade Bugout has long been a fan favorite in the knife world, respected for its well-rounded features and everyday/outdoor versatility. But what if you could get that functionality in an elevated package? Benchmade have just delivered with the Bugout 535SL-13 and Mini Bugout 533SL-10. The Bugout 535SL-13 features a sleek and lightweight anodized aluminum handle in crater blue, inspired by deep waters found in nature. The knife has a high-quality CPM-S90V stainless steel drop point blade paired with a Cerakote® Crushed Silver finish. And to round things off, turquoise anodized hardware adds an attractive contrasting pop of color.

The Mini Bugout 533SL-10 takes inspiration from vintage camping gear and cookware with its Woodland Green anodized aluminum handle scales. The Mini features the same compact design as regular Mini Bugouts, but with a premium CPM-S90V stainless steel blade featuring a Cerakote® Crushed Silver finish, paired with a gold anodized thumb stud and barrel spacer.

MYKITA x RIMOWA Sunglasses Collection (from US$660)

While they play in different spheres, German eyewear brand MYKITA and luxury German luggage brand RIMOWA are both known for producing high-quality products blending premium craftsmanship and style in one. And now they’ve teamed up on a luxurious eyewear collection celebrating precise craftsmanship, top-notch materials, and distinct aesthetics. The HERITAGE series combines MYKITA’s stainless steel craftsmanship with aluminum rings that add structural stability while nodding to RIMOWA’s signature suitcase aesthetic. The series comes in three silhouettes including the panto, square, and aviator. The VISOR series is designed for modern transit, providing panoramic vision and enhanced glare protection. Available in two silhouettes, the series features ultra-light stainless steel with a wraparound toric lens shield secured with a MYLON® shield clip, in a salute to both brands’ focus on technical innovation.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique 42mm Steel (from $15,500)

The original 1953 Blancpain Fifty Fathoms marked the creation of the modern dive watch. And while it’s been available in an updated 45mm Fifty Fathoms Automatique option since 2008, this year sees the release of a Fifty Fathoms Automatique watch featuring a 42mm steel case like the original. The watch features a caliber 1315 automatic movement and a 120-hour power reserve. Water-resistant up to 300 meters, the watch has an anti-reflective sapphire crystal, a unidirectional satin-brushed steel bezel, and Liquidmetal hour markers. Available in multiple strap options, this is an undeniably luxurious timepiece that’s sure to delight dive watch aficionados.