Banned State EDC 

I must say awesome video first. The being approached pumping gas scenario...few think about this option, but here is my inner city experience from a small villager...I was travelling with my kids and found myself fuel bingo on a freeway going through OKC. As I was pumping gas a group of 3 guys approached me from the side walk in an aggressive manner both physically and verbally...I stopped pumping, calmly explained I am just a father with 4 kids in the vehicle passing through and don't have any cash...they took a step closer and I pulled my lighter from my pocket and the gas nozzle from my Durango and said, choose your next steps wisely...they decided the skinny white guy was too crazy to proceed and carried on with their walk...I finished pumping my gas and left...no felony gun possession charges, no escalation of hostility from them...

Senka! Thanks for the shout out Adam and Team. 24:53

I live in California for work. Something I tell my civie friends is “I carry the things I carry regardless of the laws. I’m willing to deal with the consequences, because that means I (and whoever I am with) survived the event that necessitated the use of my tools”. Do consider laws, but for me personally I don’t live my life in a way that the state “lets me” live it.

In my opinion all this EDC stuff was created by the 80s&90s kids that would go exploring old factories and buildings. Just general adventuring. We carried pellet guns and used old military surplus gear.

Hello, Adam. FYI-what nearly everyone recognizes and uses as a 'fanny pack' is, in actuality, what is more properly known as a 'grip bag.' In the movie and television industries, a class of laborer exists, known as 'grips.' These grips are the 'johnny-on-the-spot' laborers who may be required to perform almost any detail labor needed at the moment, such as holding a light (hence, the term, grip), adjusting a key light or a microphone boom or a ballast line, etc. A good grip will store in one's grip bag nearly all the tools that grip will likely need for performing those chores while on set or on location. Grips typically wear their grip bags on the side of one or the other of one's hips, not on one's fanny side and not in front. Due to the obvious handy nature of these pouches or bags, these grip bags suddenly became widely popular in the 1980's in Central Florida by tourists, retirees, and soccer moms, all of whom would invariably wear them in front. The popularity of these grip bags has waned, somewhat, but they remain available because they remain handy items. I share this with you because you might find it of at least some mild interest. On a more humorous note, I think the rectangular battery that you equated to a lipstick actually more closely resembles one of those PEZ candy dispensers (grin). I appreciate the video. Please keep making them. Cheers.

Holy hell this was gold. The city keys are a big thing I’ve stressed to people. This was the best EDC video I’ve ever seen hit the tube. Bravo guys.

Great video. All your things have purpose. No unnecessary “pocket bling”, just useful things. Best edc video in awhile

Never heard of those small EDC tourniquets before, glad I watched this video, very informative

Would love to see another video from your knife buddy. This series has been great. Love the info, please keep it coming!

Banned states edc be careful of lock picks. In CT lock picks are considered burglary tool and are only legal for licensed locksmith and fire departments. Not LEO'S or regular civilians can own legally. I'm a licensed locksmith in CT so it's something I have to say often to people.

Can’t say enough good stuff about Leathermans for EDC. I carry a free p4 every day and I use it constantly, with all the tools, wire cutters, screwdrivers, pliers, saw, 2 knives to name a few. It fits securely in a glock mag carrier, or a nylon sheath, and they also make one hell of a fist pack too. And it’s got a no questions asked lifetime warranty for anything that breaks.

A Snake Staff TQ is to a CAT TQ as a Glock 43 is to a 17. Its not as ideal as a full size if you have to use it, but should still get the job done as long as you get familiar with it and its limits. The TQ also fits in a 43 holster mag slot perfectly, which is where I carry mine, keeping the spare mag in my pocket with a neomag clip.

Some very insightful selections! Regarding wallets and pick pockets: I have a wallet option that is made from thin cordura and has a small D-ring so I can attach it by a number of means to a belt loop. Not my first daily choice, but a really nice option for travel, large crowds in tight quarters, or any time when I feel pick pocketing is higher risk.

Good shit! Always a proper video coming from you guys!

I like listening this guy. Very calming.

"I'm not a knife guy. I'm NOT a knife guy. I carry 2 knives. I'm not a knife guy."

My uncle was a professional pickpocket and he recommended placing wallet in the front pocket, not overstuffing wallet so it fits. He then suggested twisting the pocket as added measure.

Enjoying the long videos with lots of info

Thanks for the content, First time stopping by. I will keep checking you peeps out.

Great vid. Never get sick of ideas for edc

My banned state EDC is the same as my free state EDC. Only difference is I dress like a soyboy as camouflage.

The amount of times I have been asked why I carry a flash light is honestly nuts. These days people rarely look twice if I pull out a pocket knife, but the flash light almost always makes someone who doesn't really know me to ask why. And I struggle not to sound condescending when I answer, because it's obvious if you think about it for a few seconds isn't it?

I really enjoyed this video. I hope to see more!

I had to rewatch this. Great information!!!!

Boot strategy with tq's is real. Been carrying as such for the last ~18 months. To make it slightly more ideal for moving I've been using a piece of shock cord to hold it more to my leg, however some purpose built nylon would be definitely better. Your milage may vary with comfortablity and life span of the tq.

Great revision matey.! Hope for a great Christmas & safe New Year. Stay true mate. Warm greetings from Australia.

Great video as always

A sharpie is a great communication tool, it can write on just about anything. Super affordable and easy to carry

Great tips, especially about the flashlight seeing as I live up here in Canada. It's getting real bad up here. Thanks for the video

Thanks for the use for the old eye glass cases

I’ve traveled to England and France, I wasn’t going anywhere without my knife. I got through all the checkpoints and I actually needed it in France when a guy pulled a box cutter on me, he ran when I quickly pulled a real knife out. And, I’ve went through security at a sports game where I live, by putting it in my shoe.

Great video dude! Great content

Tu Lam tapes on shock cord that allows you one/two finger onto his flashlight just in case he needs to go hands on. If you do, then you can confidently use your flashlight hand for anything else. When it freed up again you can go ahead and use it again as it will still be in your ready state. Pretty cool. I have that configured on my light

Thanks for the content Brother.... Stay Safe.

Great content. Thanks man

Great video!!!! Spot on. This IS the biggest issue, in my mind. How much CAN you carry, ON YOUR PERSON. And that is very subjective. Great overview. Very well thought out and defined, as for suggestions. Love your tool kit(s). Clever. Lock pick stuffs, very handy. Those nonmetallic blades, Thanks for that. One thing that has been haunting me. Again, THANK YOU guys for making these vids. Loads of GREAT info!!!

Very cool information!

Snake Staff tourniquet is 1" wide - require much more pressure to stop the bleeding. I would rather use a SOF-T, it packs more compact than the standard CAT, but is still 1.5" wide. The .5" doesn't sound like a lot, but it really helps especially during self-application.

Awesome pro-tip on the Bogota lock picks. I lost my original set that I kept in my wallet. Definitely doing this right now.

@37:30 EMS since 2010. The jump bag is probably 40 lbs of gear that we take to car wrecks. There's a lot of equipment that's burned every call.

I wear a “cankle” med kit to save myself. I know I don’t have enough to save everyone but if I’m carrying my pistol, I’m wearing my cankle. Also, an innocuous “lockpicking” tool is an old gift card that I can use to open locked building doors. I carry that in my wallet and nobody thinks twice about it and it won’t get me in trouble as a B&E tool.

Love seeing people carrying full size. CZ SP01 (Stream light h1) is my every day carry in California

Snake Staff is a great TQ, but they're always out of stock. Even when they get in stock, they sell out in SECONDS! Been waiting for a year. Great video, very comprehensive, interesting perspective. Thanks!

great video. love long videos

A multi-tool makes a good improvised blunt force object if it's sitting in your pocket in the sheath or on your belt. Edit: I carry bulk medical for my family. Helping as a bystander would be more of hold direct pressure or use a TQ.

Sitting here looking at his EDC, first thing that comes to mind "Batman" great ball of fire Batman. All great items for sure and all well and good for you young whipper snappers. As someone older and yes back and neck problems from the days Mom told me not to do, and after Father Time sets in you will find yourself shedding a lot of things. I am down to a Sig 365 XL with 16 rounds, auto knife and lot of time a light. I try to keep a first Aid bag in my truck along with many such things but my days of playing Batman are long gone. Don't get me wrong, I don't have the ability to play Batman, not that I haven't tried.

I carry a Ruger lcp Max, and a backripper tomahawk. Definitely going to pick up a surefire stiletto!

Did it for the algorithm nice vid good sir

I carry a sharpie too, great for writing things on things and if you grab it in fist it can be used as a Kubotan.

What’s the second fixed blade you talked about? Couldn’t make out what brand you said. Thanks!

Hi Sir Thank you for the information, living in South Africa with no formal training or allowed to carry arms, I have pepper spray what would you suggest as a best means of defence for family and home with the goal to get away, thank you in advance Sir

Problem with pistol lights from what I hear is it can’t be used defensively like a regular flashlight. Like you said, your base defense tool is a flashlight which is wise and something I have heard before. Zero legal consequences with pointing a flashlight at someone (unless you use strobe/they are epileptic) unless you have it mounted on a gun because obviously pointing one points the other (big reason some police have a flashlight and a gun separate.) If you see someone in the dark with a flashlight you will automatically point it directly upon them

dude. our society needs more of this, mindset, perspective, knowledge and tools. thank you.

Dope video 🤙🏽

Damn! As silly as I sound I honestly never thought about my car fob THANKS!, now it rides alone it’s that simple but super practical.

Fixed blades are not legal for concealed carry in NC. Just fyi Adam. However… Free men don’t ask permission.

A course I'd recommend for this would be Ed Cauldron's counter custody course.

A fixed blade (milmak ccw) and a basic Swiss army knife is my favorite blade(s) combination.

The hand leash on the flashlight is a great idea

Not me but a guy I know, who's definitely not me, can vouch for the Black Triangle knives. He has been wanded several times at sporting events and zoos with zero issue.

Enjoyed the vid. Appreciate the ideas about cheap, available tools when traveling.

21:35 Adam confirmed Prawn refugee from District 9

Thank you.

totally sick info. Love this stuff, please keep it comin

Can you guys do a car kit video? I have a Lazarus head rest pouch and besides normal medical stuff I'd like to see what your guys ideas are. Maybe a crash bag?

Outstanding presentation, I think you covered it all. I am also a strong believer in carring a fixed blade, I carry the Esee pr4 in a kydex sheath, weak side. It is not necessarily a fighting blade, but can do, not to mention it makes a good camp/ hunting blade. I do use the fanny packs at times, I depend heavily on a edc day pack, for medical, extra mags, food, water, fire, snively gear, etc. Again great presentation, thanks for sharing.

My everyday carry. Knives: clinch pick, and my endura spiderco. Firearm: Glock 19 Gen 5 mos with acro Gen 2 and a stream light TLR. But that's what I have on me religiously everyday.

Flashlights are a must, but I’m glad I’m not the only that thinks it can be uncomfortable though 😅. I have to carry at 1 or 5 positions to be comfortable.

I used to carry one rake pick in my wallet back in the day. We went to Daytona Bikeweek and my buddy locked his keyes in his big ol 1/4 million dollar camper. Was about to break the window and I stopped him, and unlocked the door darn near as fast as having a key. Needless to say, I was his hero. Lol. That is just one of many times it was useful. I helped a lady get in her car, when she locked it when it was running, with her dog in the car, in the summer

nice video Adam. BTW what watch are you wearing in the video?

Im new to this channel but i love how this fella preaches de-escalation

For storing the Lychee lock picks, would something like a travel case for a small toothbrush work? Those look awesome though, definitely have to consider those

Great content....thanks

I liked the way you're thinking with the edc gear. What I want you know is what brand flannel shirt is that? Sweet. Subbed and liked.

you can run a unfolded (pre sized) tourniquet down the inside of your pant leg with the windlass tucked into your belt loop. i never notice its there and you can run 3 or 4 down each leg (pre sized) to each teammate, also get a gen4 metal windlass.

This video dope asf

Love the FXD.

Snake staff are the same guys behind the Flux defense raider & brace i think

Shoot, thought you would say a can of Alpo! 😎..Thanks for making the video.

Years ago, your "EDC",was a wallet, watch, pocket knife, coin purse, handkerchief and pen. Sometimes a checkbook or small notebook/binder. Some guys carried folding knives. Then, the cellphone became standard. Now, everything is specialized, like you're a secret agent or spec ops. I tell people, carry whatever is legal in your city or state. Some areas don't care about your politics or whether you have a CCW. Sorry, if I offended anyone. Bit, that's just the way it is.

I recently picked up the olight arkfeld pro light and its been a grest edc flashlight. It has a light, laser, and a black light all in one and its super slim and it uses the same magnet charger that some of my handgun lights use. That one of the reasons i picked it up, it makes having a charger near by. Much more convenient haha.. but theres a lot of good lights out there for sure. I got a few of the better brands edc lights and they are all great❤

If you fold it flat the SOF-T tourniquets fit neatly in a pocket. The snakestaff TQs are pretty cool tho I think they'll get a lot of people carrying something instead of leaving it in their car.

Learned a lot of new stuff, thank you sir! Ever considered doing the GBRS flashlight mod?

Thank you

At 08:40 what fixed knife is that, can not find it, the SB branded one. I rallye like the shape and configuration of the sheath.

$2 Pairing knife from Walmart ✅ $4000 Staccato P ✅ 😂

If I close my eyes I hear Vaughn Gitten Jr hah These videos are so great.

my banned state edc is cellphone and wallet with lots of cash inside so the person that robs me dont get pissed

I carry the BK-18 Harpoon as my knife. Its got an awesome ass name~ makes me feel like a pirate!

Another thing that is worth your while is doing the classic key copy trick with some clay. All you need it some low burn point metal and boom, you can make copies of your house key etc to keep in your vehicle if you lose your keys for some reason.

The knife at 6:27. Where did you pick that up from?

I thought about that Surefire Stelleto, but didnt like that the battery is affixed. I have a few Streamlight protac2L-X's and really like them. 123's and 18650's can be used. I keep 2 surefire 18650 chargers with batteries in all slots. Anytime Im headed out, I switch out the battery and know I have a light for many hours. I think theyre 500 lumen. The clinch pick is my choice for a defensive blade, to fight towards my pistol, if needed. That Staccato is nice, but I dont think I could carry one in the summer. Im in NC too, many times my glocks are dripping wet in the summer. I'm not stressin the 2 rounds per mag difference.

I would be curious to know how you carry the non-metallic knives. I work security at a club that does pat downs on people, and I can’t think of a way someone would be able to defeat a pat down and still have easy enough access to the knife.

Any idea if they make extended power cases like that for Android?

Veil Solutions doesn’t offer an IWB holster on their website that fits a light, and they don’t want emails asking about if they can make something that isn’t listed.. any tips?

My edc consists of my handgun with one mag reload, OC spray, flashlight, and a small thin boxcutter that could almost be a bookmarker. Now my backpack safety equipment I keep in my Jeep is more like what you have on your table.

Great video. You should have shown that Tudor Pelagos.

Overseas in Europe I carried the Fiskars stainless steel garden shear in my back pack in place I could quickly access since it was restrictive take a look it worked for me, I also used a Black 3-Ring Binder Pencil Pouch for an IFAK in my bag. It was pretty non descript. Just my exp. for whatever its worth.

Hey guys, would you consider doing a video tour of your team room?

Won't be able to get into your truck with all this stuff on lol. I love it I'll take 3 of everything.