Everyday Carry: Mil-Spec

Each week we’ll show you an everyday carry – a small selection of tools, gadgets, and gear carried daily to cope with a variety of situations – worthy of a few minutes of your attention.

Exotac Waterproof Firesleeve Lighter Case

Imagine you are camping out in the woods, it is raining, and you want to start a fire. Good thing you brought that lighter with you! But what’s the use if it is water-soaked? This is where the Exotac Firesleeve comes in handy. It is waterproof in 3 ft of water, up to 30 minutes and it floats. You can attach it to your paracord and the gas lock will keep the flame burning without you pressing the gas button non-stop.

Features

  • Fits Bic Classic MAXI lighters
  • Made in the USA
  • 4" L x 0.9" W
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Victorinox Swiss Army Soldier Knife

When in a survival situation, you want a reliable multi-tool that will help you, whatever comes your way. This Swiss Army soldier knife features 9 other tools that are built from stainless steel, like the bottle and can opener, wood saw, screwdrivers and more. The grip has a dual density which offers secure handling weather wet or dry. This tool will never let you down.

Features

  • Stainless steel tools
  • 6 oz weight
  • 4" length
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Olight M1X Striker Flashlight

There is no better self-defense flashlight than Olight's M1X Striker. The body is made of aerospace-grade aluminum, which comes in handy to strike assailants. It produces 1000 lumens and features 5 brightness levels. So, if you are a pacifist, you can blind the attackers, rather than strike them. It can run up to 360 hours, it is water resistant and resistant to fall from up to 1.5 meters.

Features

  • 190 m beam distance
  • 82 oz weight
  • 35" L x 1.02" D
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Armatus Vita EDC Kydex Wallet

Although front pocket wallets are made with the security in mind, this Armatus Vita EDC Wallet introduces a new level of security. It is made of highly durable mil-spec materials. This wallet features waterproof exterior and the snap button on the front doubles as a money clip. It is tough and light but fits up to 8 cards plus cash.

Features

  • Made in USA
  • 6 oz weight
  • 2" L x 2.7" W x 0.45" D
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