Benchmade Mini Griptillian

10 Best EDC Knives (2023 Update) Buyer’s Guide

More and more people are choosing to be better prepared and to carry certain items on their person at all times. Some of those items may include a wallet or ID cards, phone, or keys. A lot of people think it’s a good idea to carry a knife at all times to help prepare for any type of situation they may encounter.

We think it’s a good idea too.

EDC knives have many different uses ranging from cutting boxes to self defense. EDC knives are small and compact allowing for quick access and convenient carrying. There are many different brands that make EDC knives and the selection can be overwhelming.

We have researched and reviewed many different knives and have come up with the 10 best EDC knives.

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3v outlaw sling tactical backpack

3v Gear Outlaw Sling tactical backpack review

The 3v Gear Outlaw Sling is a tactical shoulder bag that is great for Every Day Carrying(EDC), with an innovative sling design that allows you to access your gear without the hassle of removing your pack.

The brand 3V Gear was created with the goal of providing quality gear at an affordable price. Their bags are specially designed for military, police, survival, and tactical use.

They are only available to be purchased online, so the company is proud to offer a risk free 30 day unconditional guarantee, backed up by a lifetime warranty if customers are unhappy. This pack is featured on our best tactical backpacks article. 

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8 Foods That You Can Freeze Dry

Freeze drying of food as we know it has been around for more than a century. The process, also known as lyophilisation, involves freezing an item of food, lowering the pressure inside the freezing chamber, and then removing the resulting ice through the process of sublimation (1).

The taste and quality of the reconstituted item is typically better than that of dehydrated food, due to the freezing process. Some freeze dried foods can last more than 20 years and, if stored properly, retain most of their nutrients during that time.

If events of the past couple of years have convinced you of the practical need to stockpile food freeze drying is one of the best ways to do so. (more…)