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Our New EDC Gear For Military-To-Civilian Life
In this special holiday "unboxing" episode, John and Vic dive into the world of Everyday Carry (EDC). They discuss how their personal gear has evolved since leaving the military and how certain tools—from high-quality pens and notebooks to waterproof footwear—help them stay organized and prepared for the challenges of civilian life.
Beyond just "cool gadgets," this episode touches on the importance of finding new hobbies, maintaining mental health through "detail work," and remembering the meaning of the season amidst holiday consumerism.
Key Topics and Timestamps:
• [01:45] The Holiday Consumerism Trap: Discussing the pressure to have a "perfect" holiday and the importance of simplifying and focusing on family.
• [07:37] The Indestructible Web Belt: Why a simple military-style web belt remains a top-tier EDC item for durability and utility [07:51].
• [15:37] Wallets & Tracking: Managing cards and the transition to tracking devices like Apple AirTags to avoid the "lost wallet" headache [15:55].
• [22:12] The Quadlock Ecosystem: A deep dive into one of the best phone mounting systems for cars and bikes [22:16].
• [26:26] The Power of the Notebook: Why writing things down in a physical journal (like a Green Logbook) is essential for organization and memory [26:34].
• [29:42] Digital Note-Taking: Using an iPad with the Apple Pencil and "paper-feel" screen protectors for school and business [29:59].
• [44:48] The Field Watch: A look at Hamilton field watches and why a reliable analog watch is still a veteran favorite [45:06].
• [53:53] Pocket Knife Selection: Navigating the legalities of carrying knives in states like California and finding the right "cleaver" style blade [54:36].
• [01:02:51] Flashlight Criteria: Why 18650 batteries and USB charging are non-negotiable for a modern EDC light [01:03:47].
• [01:31:52] Car Survival Gear: The importance of portable jump starters and air pumps for long-term vehicle readiness [01:32:12].
• [01:36:00] Mental Health EDC: How detail-oriented hobbies like high-end kitchen knife skills, whittling, and even Legos serve as "therapy" for veterans [01:39:55].
Resources & Brands Mentioned:
• Quadlock: Phone mounting systems.
• Jarhead Leather: Handmade journals and leather gear.
• Vessi: 100% waterproof footwear.
• Military Retirement Group (Facebook): Join our community for more tips.