The man from Hull won this one Jon..... the plastic bottle let you down. Your expertise is obviously out of his league ... so , make sure u win the next one mate ...
Jamie's take on things is always fun. I love it when he pops up on here. Rustic is my thing so I'm drawn to Jon's choice of wallet. The flashlights are too close to choose so I'd buy both and use them interchangeably. I have to go with Jamie's multitool; the scissors are what tipped the scales for me. I see the benefits of both mystery items but can't make a choice since, for me, neither one would have a place in my EDC. To both of you - Brilliant job! I hope to see more of these head-to-head videos.
This contest is a lot closer than last year's. I greatly prefer this format, where there was mutual respect for the choices and no one attempted to insult or disparage the choices of the other. Great content and great gear as always!
I liked this format but i also liked the banter from last year. I would suggest upping the budget a little (150$ US?) and say 90$ limit between multitool and Torch) and the balance on the rest?
I really enjoy watching you two together, Jon. Your tandem makes everything even more enjoyable to watch. Great video as always, Jon. My regards to Jamie.
Hey! I’ve been using that crazy horse wallet for years! I tell people about it all the time! Glad you got to check it out. It’s a beautiful and functional wallet.
*_The wallet:_* Jon's wallet looks better. I like the little DIY element to it. But in terms of something that you're going to carry in your pocket... Way too bulky. It's 5(!!!) layers of leather thick, and that's before you even put something in it. Jamie's wallet is just way slicker and more practical. I'll give this one to Jamie with the caveat that Jon's wallet is pretty nice. *_The torch:_* I like the headlight... but it's of limited use. There were one or two times when I could have used a headtorch, but got along without one just fine. So Jamie wins this one again. *_The multitool:_* I'd disqualify both of you since both tools have locking blades which means they're not suitable for EDC. But that's just an UK thing, so let's skip over it. While the Wave is definitely a tried and tested design, I am a bit apprehensive given the provenance of Jon's pick. From the paracord test it's clear that the tool looks like a Wave but functions nothing like it. Also, it's going to be pretty heavy, I bet. So, sorry Jon, this one narrowly goes to Jamie on the basis of "that doesn't look very reliable". *_Mystery item:_* A very expensive weird looking bottle? Not for me. Jamie's screwdriver wins hands down. Sorry Jon...
It was Jamie's Hoto screwdriver choice that put it over the top. So much so, that I purchased one immediately after. (Also the Iron Maiden shirt gave have him bonus points)
I bought the HOTO screwdriver last year. It’s ok. Too slick to hold on to. So I put some heat shrink tubing around it. And don’t dare drop it. The magnets are not strong enough to keep it together and the bits will go everywhere!!! Overall not a bad precision screwdriver. I also found the IFixit bits fit much tighter in the HOTO screwdriver
Great contest again you two. Both great to watch. I enjoyed this one as much as the last one. I find that the purchases are very surpirsing and you two must have put in a lot of time and effort into sourcing them as Amazon can often be a minefield of stuff. Really enjoy them and look forward to many more to come.
So entertaining! I choose last year's Jon's wallet, fantastic, fits all. Thank you both of you for the show (last year and this year), hope to see more ;)
Really enjoyed this video, as I always enjoy all the other videos you put out. Had a good laugh when the Memobottle was placed on the table. 😂 I actually bought 2 in that A6 model, and get the same reaction whenever I say how much it costs. Nevertheless, the Memobottle is a great ice breaker and conversation topic as I always take into meetings as it goes flush in my hand with a notebook / agenda, and creates less bulk in a pouch, backpack or cargo pants pocket. See you in the next video. Keep well. Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹. 😉
🍻Jon's, although it was 50/50 with the unusual and useful flat bottle tipping the scales for me. Jamie's wallet over Jon's, but Jon's flashlight over Jamie's, etc.
The choices are, as always, down to personal and particular requirements. I would always prefer a slimmer wallet yet a more robust multi-tool. Great video though.
Prices do vary but it will drop again, I just checked now and its £39 but theres also a 50% discount voucher you can click so its already back under £20
Sofirm all the way (Wurkkos, the subbrand this year has much interesting flashlights, TS11 for example). Better user menu, better light. Better form factor choosed on Acebeam. Roxxon has better steel than Swisstech, smaller, but the scissors are more used tool also, so.... Wallets: tie. I like more the thinner, but the Lituanian has a better story and it is more usable. Surprise item: I like the bottle, but this form makes it more brittle, and I can use any bottle anyway, it is not so important. So, Jamie wins.
I like a bit of both - and follow Jon on a regular basis....but, I'd have to give this one to Jamie. Not sure about the water bottle Jon...but, then I rarely carry a water bottle.
A Thailand worker can build a whole house with a hammer, a pair of pliers, N single flat bladed screwdriver. I have watched them do it while I stand by offering my Sears and Roebuck full height sliding drawer tool boxes. I taped it closed and brought the whole thing by 40 foot container, plus all the towers I had that would not collapse below the 20 foot container standard. I offered every worker a specialized tool tool that the Thailand worker took up the tower and promptly put my tool in his pouch while he fixed everything with the three items noted above. When you watch a barefoot Thai stand on a tower rung for several hours, you can see how Asians beat Americans. I also failed to teach that worker how to bend his knees and lift with his legs- not his back. He tried it once carrying alone a sofa and then he watched when I was not looking, he lifted everything with his back. I took three genuine Leatherman with me to Nepal for two to use and one to lose. After Leatherman fail me, I gave all three away to workers who were supremely proud of them. They never did find out how much, did I say how much, each one cost. I gave another premium version to the man who built me a six and 10m yagi. I had to show him at the specialized shop that it was really a very expensive item as a gift. I think he built me lots of things for free after that but not without a genuine German frown.
I've already added Jon's wallet (my favorite he's shown) and flashlight (perfect for EDC and versatility I'm seeking) to my Amazon cart - I might have added the SwissTech multitool, but I can't seem to locate it on Amazon US.
I think you have both failed on the ‘Everyday Carry’ as it needs to be everyday. The knifes are not I believe everyday carry in the U.K. Carry those in a busy urban area or a public transport area/station get caught carrying those knifes in those areas and I don’t think you can use the ‘reasonable excuse’ to carry them. I would not risk it. Legal carry in U.K. in public areas really need to comply with the letter of the law.
Watching this video, I noticed there is mutual respect for each other compared to the last budget video. I must admit the last video had an edge of sauciness between both of you which seemed to work. It was entertainment vs a straight review. Now as we know Jon does an excellent job of reviewing, but every now and again a little comedic interaction between you and Jamie is.....well fun to watch. On a side note, I used to work in a NYC rock club and saw Iron Maiden many times. Great gear choices from both you .
Glad to see Sofirn getting some representation on the channel. I have one of their lanterns for camping. it's compact, but has dozens of features and brightness modes. I can even set color temperature as well as brightness.
Who won?? Short answer: Jon Long answer: Wallet: Jon Light: Jon (lots of experience with both and the TS32 has issues turning on accidentally) Multitool:Jon (not a Fan of the M2 personally) Wild card: honestly like both...but I have 3x hoto drivers and love them.
I've had the crazy horse wallet for around two years now and it's great, I keep a fisher space pen and the spyderco grasshopper in the larger pouch/compartment and it ages amazingly 💪🏼
Jon, you never cease to amaze me with the items you find and put into your EDC kits and the very sound logical explination and justification for your choices! Keep up the good work!
Thanks for doing a great research on budget EDC gear. It is always fun watching you two doing a battle with a twinkle. My favorites have been Jamie's pouch and Jon's flashlight. Well done, both of you, two thumbs up 🙂
I also appreciate the non-confrontational approach, well done. Torches MUST have 1lm mode so Jamie. Crappy scissors vs no flat screwdriver-at least you could re-profile the silly nail file to a screwdriver so Jamie again. I love the screwdriver but the bottle is also excellent so Jamie by a hair. Jamie's wallet is a little too dressy for me so Jon. Overall I give the day to Jamie by a much smaller margin than last year. Overall winner-the viewers. Thanks
24:33 At 15£ the screwdriver would be fine but now it's 22£ discounted from 30£. But the sale is probably fake since even on Amazon Germany it's 25£ and no discount.
I love both wallets. To carry on the tradition of letting John know that he's not allowed to carry a proper wallet, I just want to chime in and say that the Crazy Horse is, technically, a "bindle." I'm wondering, could the card holder actually fit in 9ne of the bindle's pocket folds? Seems like a marriage made in organization heaven!
Didn’t like the multi tools from both, thought both were a waste of money. Wallets were equal. Extra surprise items were personal so I’m calling it a wash…Came down to the Flashlight and Jamie had the better flashlight….Jamie wins again.
I have two sofirn flashlights. Both batteries crapped out after a few charges. Luckily, replacement rechargeable CR123A batteries are quite cheap even from the major quality brands. With proper batteries Sofirn flashlights are great value.
I call you both winners for finding gear under the budget! I like Jon's flashlight for EDC carry because of its size, but prefer Jamie's wallet for its slimness. Good choices by both.
That Crazy Horse Wallet is the best item in the whole video. I'd also take that Acebeam flashlight... It's compact and seems very practical. Btw, maybe you should review some lighters. It's a good idea to carry one, especially on trips in the nature.
i feel like jamies wallet and mystery item are better, as the bottle is expensive, and the flat form factor isn't worth that much upcharge, and the wallet looks better and is smaller, but the small, dual fuel torch is better for EDC, and the wave clone is better than the small roxon. all in all, i would take jon's because a bottle is better than a screwdriver for my EDC, but both are good.
Cool stuff as always. I had to immediately buy the Hoto Screwdriver Set via your link. I loved the look of that and can't wait to add it to my Maxpedition Mini EDC kit. Very neat and super practical looking little screwdriver set, plus it's as cheap as chips. Thanks for that.
Doing Jon vs Jamie on different budgets would be a very interesting video idea. It also gives good exposure to varied EDC gear which is also nice. Awesome video
I have the HOTO screwdriver, and I have found that the bits with the smallest crossectional tip area do NOT stay in the operational tip of the tool, because the magnet inside is too weak! I have found this very annoying. Next, I have tried carrying a Thrunite flashlight with an 18650 battery around in my pants pockets, cargo pockets, and vest pockets, and it's too large and heavy. I always have a Lumintop AA2.0 in my shirt pocket, which fits perfectly, and using a 3.7 V battery, is both useful and comfortable and delivers ~ 650 L. So, I would prefer Jon's small, dual use flashlight/headlamp. Those are just my observations. And while I have tried to find a big, FLAT, plastic bottle to carry with my EDC bag, I agree that 29 pounds is a bit over the top, certainly not in my meager price range.
I'm NOT sponsored by Soundcore so I can say this from a customers standpoint. I use their Life Q20+SE headphones every day and love them. They get more use than my Audio Technica ATH-M20X and my Sony headphones.
It's a tough pick this time. I think Jamie's wallet would be preferred and the screwdriver is very appealing I think I'd take Jon's light and the bottle is very appealing. I just generally can't pick a multitool at this price range they all feel a bit too cheap. I think either save up for something a bit better or just go without a pocket multitool in the budget range.
BEST ONE YET!!! it was very difficult to choose but I ended up choosing Jon’s because I would actually use his wallet more since I feel like I could get stuff out of it easier and the flashlight in my opinion is less bulky, great quality, has more use ability, and I love the charging aspect of it plus you can have a AA for a back up, fantastic for random emergency events. Lastly the bottle I would actually carry it over the screw driver but I am going to get the screw driver because it looks amazing. James won on the multi tool for sure and I can vouch for the roxon I carry the m3 and it’s my favorite all in all great work guys.
