Urban EDC Showcase

Showcase #211: Telecommunications Technician from Perth, Western Australia

From Perth, Australia, we chat with Zac (@zalexyoung_) who works as a Telecommunications Technician. Zac first got into EDC by way of the Hinderer XM-18 (fantastic start) and has since assembled a drool-worthy collection of custom tools that he uses every day. Read on for Zac’s full rig rundown and find out how he merges his love of photography and gear collecting to stunning effect.

Showcase #210: Swimming Instructor and Aspiring Photographer from London, England

From London, Joel (@incognitocarry) is an aspiring photographer and full-time swimming instructor (so he can’t carry his gear when working). He first got into EDC through watching YouTube videos before discovering a new community of like-minded individuals. Read on to find out how Joel navigates UK’s strict knife laws and what’s next on his gear radar.

Showcase #209: Valet and Photographer from Greenville, South Carolina

Valet by day and photographer by night, David (@davids_edc) first got into EDC after discovering the amazing Benchmade 940 (we can all relate). As they say, the rest is history as he slid down the slippery slope of acquiring better, everyday gear. Read on to learn all about David’s superbly functional carry and what he has his sights on next.

Showcase #208: Senior Director of IT from Connecticut, USA

Living and breathing knives and firearms, Ross (@swiss.ross) works as the Senior Director of IT for the National Shooting Sports Foundation (who owns and runs SHOT Show). Read on to learn all about Ross’s EDC and find out how he once sliced his thumb off with his first Victorinox Tinker.

Showcase #207: Events Backline Technician from Scandinavia

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From Scandinavia, Mark (@patinaedc) is a self-professed addict when it comes to leather and brass (and it shows). A firm proponent of patina, Mark takes it to the next level with his thoughtfully assembled everyday carry that is both highly practical and fantastically stylish. Read on to learn all about Mark’s lovingly patinated carry, and find out what’s next on his gear radar (it’s neither brass nor leather).

Showcase #206: Freelance Photographer from London, UK

From London, Junya (@the.owl.edc) is the classic multi-hyphenate of our generation. A freelance photographer by trade, Junya has also worked in retail, studied and graduated in music, dabbles in cooking and coffee and is also learning leatherworking and knifemaking. Read on for a full rig rundown and find out how Junya’s EDC reflects his many interests and talents.