The Best Everyday Carry Of 2023

By Staff

This past year we brought forth to thee many tidings of good gear and featured reading material, but none stole the spotlight once again in 2023 quite like our weekly selection of everyday carry essentials. From blacked-out loadouts to throwback pieces inspired by late ’80s fashion, these we’re the curated EDC picks that our readers just couldn’t get enough of in 2023.

Everyday Carry: Backcountry

SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE

Embarking on a backcountry adventure requires not just courage and spirit, but also the right gear. Our curated list of everyday carry products is meticulously crafted to enhance your wilderness experience.

It includes the Garmin inReach Mini 2 for reliable communication, a versatile compact knife from the James Brand for utility, Sunski’s Treeline Sunglasses for eye protection, and a Garmin GPS tactical watch for precise navigation, topographic mapping, and health tracking. Each item is chosen for its ability to offer safety, efficiency, and comfort in the great outdoors.

Everyday Carry: North Shore

OCEAN BLUE HUES

Riding a wave requires a moving, disciplined, and strict balance of strength, endurance, and flexibility. Yet, surf culture has an effortless, laid-back style about it. Inspired by Oahu’s North Shore, the gear here flaunts cool ocean blue hues, and steadfast builds that get jobs done.

Everyday Carry: Nighthawk

COVERT AESTHETIC

Some of the best innovations and evolutions are born in, through, or because of the night. Just ask sleepless Thomas Edison, or the common nighthawk who’s fueled by dusk, low light, and stormy weather. The following everyday carry can get the job done in all prior mentioned conditions, all while sporting a covert-cool obsidian aesthetic.

Everyday Carry: Prospex

PRACTICALITY & AESTHETICS

When it comes to everyday carry essentials, functionality, style, and reliability are paramount. Whether you’re navigating the urban jungle or exploring the great outdoors, having the right tools at your disposal can make a world of difference. Headlined by Seiko’s Prospex Hybrid Dive watch, this collection of essential everyday carry items strikes the perfect balance between practicality and aesthetics.

Everyday Carry: 007

BOND, JAMES BOND

Sometimes, I’ll watch a James Bond movie and think, “wow, the gear that Q gives Bond makes my EDC look like a collection of Chinese finger traps and yo-yos.” But that’s what movies are for: Inspiration. With today’s curation of 007-decreed items, you can remix your everyday carry with a debonair touch and gadget-like function.

Everyday Carry: Lunar Pilot

MOON-READY EDC

Making the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs takes a legendary ship, but looking like a space captain is as simple as outfitting yourself with the right gear. Make your EDC moon-ready with some of our favorite EDC essentials, headlined by the Lunar Pilot Watch from Bulova.

Everyday Carry: James° × Timex

OLD SCHOOL COOL

Laid out in bold bright colors, this edition of everyday carry is headlined by the second collaboration between watch giant Timex and renowned everyday carry brand The James Brand — an updated version of the old school Ironman watch. Pair it with the appropriate knife, pen, and retro-inspired wallet below for a vibrant, go-anywhere pocket dump.

Everyday Carry: Expedition

BUILT FOR ADVENTURE

Whether you’re going on an adventure of scientific research or rugged exploration, any expedition calls for EDC that’s especially strong and especially adaptable. If your tool watch can’t survive an impromptu river crossing, leave it at home. While all everyday carry should be durable, portable, and easy to use, this collection takes it to the next level.

Everyday Carry: Horsepower

HIGH-OCTANE EDC

Inspired by the high-octane collaboration between The Ridge and Hennessey Performance on a limited edition minimalist wallet, this collection of EDC items epitomizes precision and design.

The set includes a sleek, streamlined wallet reflecting the elegance of speed, a small yet mighty folding knife, a rugged tactical pen designed for durability, and the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean watch – a testament to timeless luxury and performance.

Everyday Carry: Electric

JUICED-UP EDC

From Ben Franklin to Nikola Tesla (and sure, Edison, if you must include him), electricity has fascinated great minds the world over. But this EDC collection isn’t about the zappy stuff—it’s a collection of our favorite electric-colored equipment to brighten up your everyday carry.

Everyday Carry: Ghost

HALLOWEEN EDC

You know, for being creatures of the night, ghosts sure do wear a lot of white. But you have to admit: That does make those spooky guys stand out from the darkness all around them.

Thankfully, you don’t have to reside in the great beyond to enjoy this curated collection of ghost-colored everyday carry items, including a striking watch, matte white wallet, beautifully contrasting pen, and bone white folding knife.

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