Everyday Carry

Honest reviews and recommendations for the best everyday carry gear. Tested by a dad, recommended only if it earns its spot.

$35

I've carried one since 2008, through every deployment, every field op, every pocket. At this point it's not a pen, it's a family heirloom.

$320

The diaper bag that doesn't scream diaper bag. Bought in 2020 with a kid on the way, and still on my shoulder six years later.

$95

The first wallet I ever bought myself, ten years ago, and the last one I plan on buying.

$59

One blade, solid metal, years of daily service. The razor that ended my cartridge subscription forever.

This is the best EDC for dads I can vouch for, carried through one real day, from the dresser at 0515 to the dopp kit after bedtime stories.

The only gift guide I trust is one built entirely from my own house, so I went ahead and wrote it.

Stockings are where gift junk goes to die, so I built this list from the small gear in my own pockets that survives to daily use.

I am a combat vet and a dad, and every item in this guide is gear I actually kept, not gear about my service.

Everyday Carry Guides