I worked at an ace and there was always a bunch of stuff that I didn’t even know we had and it was great for edc, it was almost like a scavenger hunt each shift. I really like the leathermans, all of em. You can almost never go wrong. Keep up the good work.
I totally loved that the Ace Milwalke light had a "bite zone" I totally hold lights in my mouth to go hands free and thought that was the coolest thoughtful idea in a simple product. Thanks for the videos =) I am totally looking for a front flipper knife after your last video =) it looks like a fun and useful addition to my EDC. Thank again!!
Honestly, I'm impressed with that Milwaukee light. Working in industrial maintenance, I see a lot of coworkers holding their light with their teeth. I'll definitely be recommending that one to a few of them.
I gotta say that Milwaukee Fast back was the highlight of the video and I know you showed a few flashlights! But that one stuck out for me! Really enjoy this series so far!
for $15 bucks or whatever it is, that Milwalkee knife is a keeper. I bought one last year, and I find it in my pocket a lot. a good knife that I dont mind using a lot because its cheap. LOL
Hey there I work at a satellite office for COAST and for anyone wondering or for the content creators curiosity when the flashlights say storm proof it means we’ve tested the lights in storm conditions so rain or snow won’t get into the flashlight hampering performance. They cannot be submerged for any period of time though we simply manufacture them tight enough to prevent internal damage from rain and snow.
My favorite find drom these type of videos was the S.O.G PoverPint from bass pro shops. As someone who regularly carry's a small to medium sized multi tool it was great to see someone give the smaller multi tools some love👍
I bought the milwaukee knife about 8 years ago and it was the first knife I used for EDC, I still have it on my motorcycle toolkit and have repaired at least 10 different motorcycles on trips with it. Cut plastic, wood, clutch cables hiting the knife with a rock, beat the hell out of It and still use it and love it these days
In terms of my favorite thing you've ever found on one of these EDC challenge videos was the Leatherman ratchet from the REI video. It's a great piece of gear despite being a little wobbly at times and really boosts the functionality of my Leatherman Charge. You're the man! Keep up the great content ✊
Thanks for the video. I’m a second generation owner of this store and love that you found what you were looking for (mostly). Always open to suggestions for cool new products. Glad you found us!
My favorite, which I bought, was a CHUMS wallet. Love how its laid out, works perfectly for my needs, and its dirt cheap. I am thinking of picking up a second just to make sure I always have one if my current one ever fails or goes missing.
I've really enjoyed this series of budget/retailer complete carry challenges. I actually own a lot of the items you've picked up in several of these, but my definite favorite of the ones you featured is the Milwaukee fastback utility knife. I've been carrying the 6-in-1 version for about a year now as the back-up blade in my duty edc. It's quicker and easier to grab when I need to tighten or loosen a screw (#2 philips or flathead) than my multi-tool, and it barely takes up more room in the pocket than the standard fastback. I don't own the PowerPint yet, but for as much as you talk about it, I think I'm going to have to pick one up and give it a try.
Walmart is the one which surprises me the most as I don't have any here in blighty seems to be a good all in one store for a quick grab and go type of shop ! 🙃 I really enjoy your video's and look forward for the next one each week 😀 keep the good work going your format works and in my opinion the best edc channel on the tube these days!
My favorite find from these type of videos was the SOG power pint from bass pro shops. As someone who regularly carry’s a small to medium sized multi tool it was refreshing to see someone give the smaller multi tools some love.
It's actually great, the milwaukee flashlight was the best find I bought mine a couple months ago as a work flashlight and it definitely didn't disappoint, I also started using a micro pouch to minimize the amount of gear scattered though out my pockets, and I've fallen in love with that also! This channel has been my great find! It's helped me better find gear!
I love all these videos! After you got the crooked river at REI…I went to my local REI and found a 940 Osborne in the garage sale for 100$! Thanks for the great content
I carry that milwaukee knife and the milwaukee 2011r edc light every day. I am a school bus mechanic, and all my stuff takes a beating. That milwaukee knife is the best budget blade I found. Use budget knives for work. Carry my good knives when I'm off work. The milwaukee edc light is great. I love it.
My favorite find drom these type of videos was the SOG poverpint multi tool! As someone who regularly carry's a small multi tool it was awesome to see someone give the smaller multi tool some love
I carry that Milwaukee knife. Absolutely love it. Have the hawkbill version too. I carried it concealed on my person when I worked at a jail. We're really supposed to have it lol so I clipped it against my right thigh on my boxers beneath my pants. 13 years there and it was never noticed.
Long time lurker first time comment, just found an Ace less than a mile a way just a few days before this post and wow what a sleeper and you nailed it. Favorite find has to be Milwaukee fast back not an EDC but key in the tool box. My TPT slid is the edc utility take care and keep the content coming love it!
Ace hardware Leatherman wave is my favorite find! Ive carried one for about 16 years now and absolutely love it and rely one it daily! I really enjoy your random store finds, gives folks a idea of what to expect in a pinch! keep up the great work Taylor and carry on!
Regarding the Milwaukee bite zone - I made my own bite zone for a couple of my torches by buying some silicone tubing and then cutting it to size/trimming. It does create a giant knob of silicone on the end of my torch, but I find I like that because I can grab it and know which end has the switch without looking.
The best part of this video is when u where surprised on how the flashlight had rubber for teeth protection. I find my self doing the same thing when I need a both hands free and light. This video was awesome, keep up the good work bro.
The key smart is the most useful edc piece I didn’t even know I needed until I got one! I have the key smart mini since I only have three keys and it makes my keys feel so much smaller in the pocket which is nice since I hate the feeling of keys in my pocket. A1 product
yeah they definately very in what they sell. I went to one the other day that had benchmade, spyderco and a lot of the newer budget knife brands like cjrb.
That wave leatherman is super clutch. Your videos have gotten me into EDC and I love seeing all of these videos from the different stores, keep ‘em coming!
I am an avid knife collector and I also work at Lowes. This last Xmass in or gifting area I saw a 2 pack of knives by Coast for $23 so I brought it, when I opened the package I was very surprised. They had caged ceramic ball bearings 14c28n steel ,G10 scales with a flipper. These knives are on par with knives costing 3 times as much.
The Ace in my town in Texas is called Gibson’s; there’s a gun shop in the back that the owner keeps incredibly updated. New Oakley tactical, all Yeti stuff, Nightforce optics, etc. My wife LOATHES the place because she can’t get me out of there, and I do enjoy letting her see what that feels like from time to time.
Out of all the videos you’ve done like this one this is the best one lol, the wave is a solid leatherman and I have a fast back and usually carry that over my leatherman soooo I would say this video was one of the best ones yet
The bite zone on that flashlight has to be one of the best examples of "how do people use our product, and how can we make that easier" I have seen in a while. It's so simple it's stupid but brilliant at the same time.
I can speak into Ace a quasi Ace employee… All Ace hardwares are locally owned. I work on the buying team for a company that owns 4 in my home town. “Ace corporate” operates as a vendor/distribution center to all Ace stores. So each location has access to the same selection product from Ace which is incredibly vast. Each store has the autonomy to bring in what ever products they want from Ace specifically, as well as purchase items from directly from other vendors and manufacturers that “Ace corporate” does not carry. Lots of Ace stores look like a hole-in-the-wall. I constantly hear how impressed and surprised new customers are with the selection. In-store customer service is often better than that of Lowes and Home Depot as well. Shopping at an Ace supports the local ownership. Money does not go to a global brand like a big box store. Best find - that Milwaukee rubberized light and utility knife is pretty cool. I will need to pick those up on my way out of the office today!
The Coast G22 is fire. As an officer, I put together super budget EDC kits and give them to children when I'm on patrol to soften the mood on certain calls.
They Key Smart in this video may have been the best find. I was really just surprised that your Ace carried something like that. I wouldn’t expect to see one in my area. Great video series!!
My favorite find was the SOG PoverPint from bass pro shops! As someone who regularly carry's medium sized multi tool it was great to see someone give the smaller multi tools some love. Thanks for the giveaway
Ace hardware is 2 doors down from my workplace; as someone that bikes instead of driving, it's so so clutch to be able to go on lunchbreak and parooze the shelves for goodies!
Always check the little mom and pops stores and be prepared to smile and be amazed at those back corners. They're not pawnshop but they can be a wonderful place to find that truly odd item. Have a great day and keep looking for that better tomorrow
Definitely is the Milwaukee flashlight!!! I think that 100 lumens for a couple of hours like is insane! Of course it's too bright for anything indoors but when I'm walking my dog at night I love having lots of light.
I LOVE that Milwaukee fast back,, I've purchased probably a dozen or more of them for myself and as gifts over the last few years. Inexpensive, sturdy, and functional, they're a real EDC treat and the ones I bought were switchable tip up, tip down.
My favorite is the Fastback utility knife, I carry a Leatherman on a regular basis but sometimes having a utility knife is better for scraping or just beating up the blade without remorse haha. Thanks for the great content!
I think the SOG multi tool , the power pint, you found at Bass Pro was my favorite. I really enjoy these videos and I’m a big Ace Hardware fan! Thanks!
I have really enjoyed this series too. Keep it up as long as you can! But for what has impressed me so far, I think when you bought that Garmin watch at REI I was shocked. Being an analogue watch guy, I never thought you would go smart watch at all.
Love my Milwaukee Fastback, for the price and the endurance. I had used it as my everyday carry for over 3 years without issue. Very easy to sharpen when needed, which is not really that often.
Between my local Ace and one town over’s picked up Spyderco Dragonfly and unlike the long Nebo light you glanced at the start, picked up a Nebo torchy. Happy with both
I think my favourite out of all these one-stop shop EDC videos of all would be this one at ACE. Why, because we don't have REI or BASS PRO here, and Aces here doesn't offer a Leatherman or a Milwaukee or a Nebo, just their own products. And my favorite gear that was featured here would be the Milwaukee Pocket Knife. I mean for 15USD why not? Instead of getting those knockoffs online, you should probably get this. Btw, thank you for featuring my photo last time on EDC Weekly on the Budget Carry. Appreciate it a lot man. Your biggest fan from Manila. 🇵🇭🤙🍻
The advantage to the rubber Keysmart is that it flexes in the pocket a little so if your pockets are full or smaller it's not a rigid piece of metal poking into your thigh. Not everyone uses a clip to Jang keys from a belt loop. Good video man.
Affordable, practical carry. Coast light good choice. Learned important lesson after a hurricane to always have redundant gear that run on AA or AAA. You can find those batteries anywhere or scavange from remotes and toys!
That Milwaukee folding knife is a surprising find, but a logical step after the fastback utility knives. Also, I've been using one of the Milwaukee pen lights for over a year and it has been a surprisingly phenomenal little light. It's been used and abused and keeps on trucking, definitely recommend them!
My Local Ace has a huge fishing section (because we're on the coast of Florida) and a really large Yeti/Sunglasses/Apparel section. Our knives section has options from Kershaw and Civivi. The Rite in the Rain stuff is at the counter.
I’ve actually had a fastback for about two years now (new to your channel) and it does wonders for me in the workplace, cutting thick boxes is a breeze with that thing.
The favorite was Harbor Freight . Didn't know Ace hardware carried leatherman and the Milwaukee flashlight was a good find! Thanks for a chance to win this GAW...
Great job with the Ace EDC gear! The Leatherman Wave Plus is without a doubt the best piece of kit acquired (A+) to date on the various store videos. Everything shown is useful, practical and tough.
Let's go... Some of my first EDC stuff came from here ...the g22 still works today ( in my toolbox) P.s. my favorite find has to go to the Powerpint for obvious reasons
Honestly I think this one from ACE was the most surprising to me. I’ve never given any thought to Milwaukee gear, but now I need that rubberized flashlight!
Rubber Keysmart was a surprise. Outside of Nite Ize I don't ever see other key options in many retail stores, especially hardware. Keep up the entertaining vids!
The REI video put the Crooked River on my wishlist. That’s my favorite find so far. The Milwaukee flashlight on this vid will probably be bought in the near future as well!
The Milwaukee flashlight works for me. My criterion for flashlights is "Can it run for 30 solid minutes to change a tire?" That's the most I would expect to ever need from a flashlight, so I don't worry about those 1,000 lumen monsters that overheat or ones with 17 programmable features. Change that tire and drive on!
The Benchmade Crooked River at REI was a solid find. In March REI distributes a dividend to members based on their purchases from the past year. I’m planning on picking up the Benchmade Mini Crooked River with my dividend. It will be my first Benchmade.
You know its funny, my dad when I was alot younger said to cut away from myself at all times when we went camping but he never did and i asked why he said the same thing but I couldn’t because i was to young😂 love your videos btw
I like this kind of video. The rubber key holder offers a little bit of flex versus being a straight bar in the pocket. There is a range of pants, pocket situations, and body types where that could be good. (It's the same reason that someone might avoid a longer flashlight or pry bar on their key ring.) On flashlights, I prefer yellow to harsh white. If you want a classic high-CRI penlight with a rubber bite zone, look for the Lightstar 80.
I really like that Milwaukee knife and flashlight. I've been replacing my power tools with Milwaukee now I may start picking up some of their smaller tools and accessories.
Not gonna lie when I bought that fast back folding knife 2 years ago I bought it just to have a good throw away work knife and by my surprise it keeps an edge like crazy and I keep it on me all the time at work
For the leatherman. In the screwdriver slot, You can also buy the bit driver extension i use them for work. They actually just upgraded the extension and it is now come with a ratcheting feature. I keep that along with the two slides of bits it came with and there is nothing i can't open. Great edc. And also the pocket knife i use as my fishing boat better and believe it or not it is pretty good for everyday cutting, and i dont care if it gets dropped in the atlantic.
Hey Taylor i believe the fast back line of knives uses Aus-8 steel for the blade. also my favorite find from this series has to be the powerpint just based on the compact size and the fact that its so over looked
Excellent video. My best hardware find was an old school Nebo Redline flashlight about 10 years ago. I still use it in my work shed today. Keep doing videos like this. You never know what you will find.
Notice this video is 2 years old, but just wanted to say thanks for everything you do for the edc community. Funny I just bought this Milwaukee knife and thought the same thing (it will be use solely to beat to sh*t.
I really like that the Milwaukee flashlight has a rubber spot to bite as I am often times holding a flashlight in my mouth and having that rubber to grip and protect my teeth would be very handy indeed!
I liked the box cutter. I use my box cutter 90% mainly because the replacement blades are cheap. I also don't want to mess up my s30v blade on my titanium Leatherman Charge. Thanks for the fun finds.
Meowdy there taylor! I LOVED when you did the bass-pro edc video. The moment when you revealed the S.O.G. powerpint, really hit home for me. When you bought that lil multitool, i already had mine for two years. Used it daily. You can look forward to two years or more of good use out of your powerpint. That was my suprise/fave moment out of all of your storebought edc videos.
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