EDC 2019

OD Benchmade BugoutGarmin Instinct Pixel 3 with Liquid Silicon CaseFossil Slim WalletOlight I3EBlack Diamond Locking Carabiner…

Osprey Daylite Plus

Summary The Daylite Plus is a 20L frameless pack classified by Osprey as an everyday pack. Whether you are in the market for something easy to grab as you venture out on that day-hike or a lightweight means of carrying your everyday carry items, the Daylite Plus is a great…

ESEE Izula

The ESEE Izula is an incredible little do-all neck knife from ESEE. It is a high-carbon fixed blade that is great for EDC. It is small enough to fit in your pocket but strong enough to tackle jobs that your folding knife might not be robust enough for. I typically…

Patagonia Black Hole Duffel

Overview If you are looking to haul lots of gear comfortably and you're tired of fighting your top-loading backpack to quickly access the contents of your bag this duffel provides a welcome alternative. Although it is not totally waterproof and the shoulder straps don't magically turn this bag into a…

Sater Banko Hatchet Restoration

I purchased this head on EBay for about $15 dollars. The head weighs approximately 1 1/4 lb. I figured this would make a nimble hatchet. I purchased a straight 14" handle from the hardware store. I believe it was a Link brand handle. It was covered in a…

Osprey Pixel

** UPDATE ** The Osprey Pixel has been updated. The new version is available here: http://amzn.to/2qytiHK The old version continues to be sold and is a great deal for about half the price: http://amzn.to/2qy2yHa Overview The Osprey Pixel is a toploading daypack designed to be used…

ESEE 3

Quality The ESEE 3 resembles a fine time piece in that its function is matched by its beauty. The ESEE is manufactured in the USA by the group ROWEN Manufacturing. ROWEN is well known for producing some of the most high quality 1095 steel. The knife also is equipped with…

SOG Flash II

Quality The SOG Flash II will not go down in history books as one of the most high quality knives to have ever been manufactured. Plainly put, it felt cheap in the hand. My first impressions of the knife were very disappointing. The main complaint I had with the quality…

Fenix E05

Quality The Fenix E05 is constructed of a textured aluminum that feels solid (for its size). It comes with an extra O-Ring as well as a key ring for attachment. The light is actuated by twisting the rear assembly. Some people complain about the lack of a click button which…