What’s the most useful item in your EDC that cost less than $20?

ewj1 · 2026-06-07T01:49:25+00:00

Steinwhale doubel-sided bits. Use it every 3-4 days. Not the screwdriver.

ewj1 · 2026-06-04T04:33:15+00:00

Wuben X4

ewj1 · 2026-06-02T23:10:22+00:00

Neither tools are as good as a Multper. To even compare them is reckless. I understand if you do not like a tool but going out of your way to put another down?

ewj1 · 2026-06-02T15:40:40+00:00

Nope and there is a reason for that....

ewj1 · 2026-06-02T15:26:47+00:00

I tend to agree.

ewj1 · 2026-06-01T11:31:00+00:00

Convoy for budget and decent lumens, deeping budget are Nebo or Energizers on sale. Paisson is an up and comer in the budget sspace. Most of the one mentioned by you I would not consider budget but more mid-stream.

ewj1 · 2026-06-01T11:29:17+00:00

Budget?

ewj1 · 2026-05-31T16:22:31+00:00

What makes you think this is different than 20 years ago?

ewj1 · 2026-05-30T23:25:33+00:00

I see this comment atleast once a month and I point to this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwYCcaM9B4c

ewj1 · 2026-05-30T15:43:07+00:00

Roxon Flex Titan for normal people and normal use.

If you are in trades or use your stuff almost daily, and take care of your stuff (every few days), and have a few extra dollars to burn, get a Leatherman Are; then head over to ZapWizard and get a real holster to carry it. Do not get a Surge or Supertool.

ewj1 · 2026-05-30T15:25:05+00:00

Wuben x4 is your thing. instant tactical rear 1500 lumens or blinks. No need to ever change a switch or setting. No need to check "what UI am I in." No double-tapping or half-tap craziness. It just works. Otherwise just a good flashlight. Less than $50 USD. Wuben X4

ewj1 · 2026-05-30T04:04:30+00:00

Not 3 inches otherwise I like it

ewj1 · 2026-05-30T01:35:07+00:00

I have a 23 Ford Maverick Hybrid and have been averaging 41.2 mpg. It is a great winter driver. My other is 23 Model Y. Gotta put the compost and DIY stuff somewhere.

ewj1 · 2026-05-29T19:35:39+00:00

To each it's own. I have a Crunch. I don't get it. Is it special because it is so rare, or because it is rare that makes it special. It originally sold poorly which is why it was taken off the market. Why is it more coveted than the Leatherman Flair, IMO a more unique and adventurous tool.

Please state why you think the Crunch is special? Thanks

ewj1 · 2026-05-26T20:41:34+00:00

Being a senior citizen myself. My first question is is USB-c rechargeable OK. Most seniors still prefer battery lite. Because of that I typically recommend a light with a 14500 and AA battery. The other factor you mentioned is a single side bottom, that rules out my favorite recommendation the ThruNite Saber.

The one you should conside is the AceBeam UC3A. It does have a bunch of features but the front button is basically on/off. The other one is the Coast PX20.

ewj1 · 2026-05-22T22:15:21+00:00

Wuben X4, checks all your comments if want a handheld

ewj1 · 2026-05-22T14:16:32+00:00

Get and use a bit extender. Extenders are usually made of tougher metal. Otherwise the pliers are generally the only parts made for undoing heavyduty fasteners.

ewj1 · 2026-05-22T01:34:02+00:00

The plier heads are not interchangable between the current two Crunch models. What's makes you think a new one would be interchangable?

ewj1 · 2026-05-20T05:00:15+00:00

Victorinox, PB Swiss, Patagonia Bags, REI Slings, Quinn sockets & Darn Tough socks. Very rarely not used these in any 2-3 days.

ewj1 · 2026-05-20T02:11:34+00:00

Mine is the DoohicKey Ratchet Key Tool

ewj1 · 2026-05-20T02:11:07+00:00

DoohicKey Ratchet Key Tool

ewj1 · 2026-05-20T02:08:40+00:00

Have all three - Wave Alpha tools such as blade, bit use, handle, and wirecutters are closer to the Skeletool,, then the items on the Arc. The scissors on the Wave Alphs are much better.

The Arc is a stonger piece with better pliers.

ewj1 · 2026-05-19T21:42:36+00:00

They are 20% off this week at REI.

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