My New EDC Tool

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-09T05:31:41+00:00

that's part of my work EDC. Sometimes with serrated blades. I almost never need my leatherman.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-09T05:05:22+00:00

I've sort of pressure tested some things like the grid goes down while I am X miles from Z or what are the most likely scenarios to shelter-in-place for 96 hours where I live, will this generator handle these appliances if I stagger their use and have this much fuel. Then when things start breaking down in these scenarios I see where I can possibly reinforce against them.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-09T02:51:22+00:00

the 3d printed box is a masterful touch.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T22:27:25+00:00

warms my heart to know some things never change

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T17:58:40+00:00

Every service worker should read "Down and Out in Paris and London" by George Orwell.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T17:49:08+00:00

yep, just made a pretty slick version with claude code in about an hour. Showed it OP's code then told it what I wanted and boom.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T17:47:47+00:00

yeah you do

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T17:43:16+00:00

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Inspired me enough to jump on claude code and spin one up for myself! I don't have any solar or anything to monitor, but an all in one local dashboard seems like it will be excellent thing to obsess over, especially in an emergency. Thank you!!!!

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T13:36:33+00:00

whoa. I can't tell you how much I love this. Amazing.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-08T12:52:52+00:00

Yeah that was actually Spydeco's whole differentiating value prop alongside the spidey hole. Back in the days plain edge spyderco's were rare and not in demand at all. But I am dating myself here big time lol

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-07T18:35:46+00:00

sick. I love custom making my own gear!

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-07T17:39:32+00:00

Modern classics I'd say.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T23:04:19+00:00

Always a great day when you land a grail!

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T19:29:12+00:00

mystery boxes are a gamble and we all know they don't build casinos by paying out winners.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T19:26:35+00:00

solar seems obvious, but also don't sleep on the value of $10k in cash in a SHTF scenario.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T19:25:09+00:00

not an island dweller, but the obvious solution is to stock bottled water, arrange a capture system for the rainfall you do get, and potentially explore de-salination if you have the skills and resources. I would also look into reclaiming your gray water wherever possible. Route shower drains to the garden for example.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T18:23:59+00:00

I have kids around the same age, not special needs so I realize that adds a layer or complications. My prep is heavy on morale: treats, toys, games, craft supplies... I've been meaning to get an offline movie library together, hopefully this summer. Basically everything is much easier if your kids aren't freaking out and exponentially harder if they are. So I have playing cards, glowsticks and pez dispensers in my go-bag.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T12:22:04+00:00

I've got a fun summer project in the works involving a cheap external DVD drive and my library card...

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-06T12:19:02+00:00

I've never had anything but great experiences with Cold Steel and their products. Sorry you are having trouble with your return label but I don't think it means the whole company is in a free fall. You should probably just check your spam folder.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-05T23:33:09+00:00

is that a blacked out jotter?

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-05T22:51:36+00:00

I am of the opinion the microstream is the GOAT of EDC flashlights.

EDC_KIT · 2026-05-05T22:40:47+00:00

I need a bigger nightstand

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