I don't understand why you keep apologizing for pronouncing words wrong. Your English is perfect! Just because you have an accent does not mean you cannot speak english! You should be proud of yourself! :) PS. Very good production value on your video. :)
Bo Ismono yeah, I do meet foreigners here in the states sometimes, even some of them speak better English than most people who grew up speaking English natively. Your English is really good and easy to understand.
Adamast is not a semi-metal at all, it is a non-metal and is even separated from the metals section in the periodic table. Carbon is not a semi-metal it just conducts electricity (not even very well)
Guten tag Herr! For the sake of English speaking friends in the US I will continue in English although I do speak fluent German. Years ago I lived with my family in Wolfenbüttel where my mother grew up. The Kubaton is a great tool and greatly admired by those of us who study Ju-Jitsu. Well worth learning and quite formidable. I have carried the Victorinox Super Tinker for over ten years now and love it. The perfect blend of tools and function that make every day tasks easier. It is very easy to use and has proved durable even under rough use. Cheers, and keep up the great content!
+Timothy Brown thanks, Timothy. Do you carry a kubotan as well? And do you train just Jitsu? The super tinker is getting more attractive by the minute.
Bo Ismono Ju-Jitsu and Kali knife fighting are my two primary practices right now. I started with Shorin-Kan Karate several years ago which focuses on incorporating tools at hand. The knife techniques work very effectively with the Kubaton in my mind while being a less than lethal option. Being able to defend without taking a life is a must. Here in the U.S. I am licensed to carry a firearm but I prefer not to use it; only as a very last resort. Asian martial arts are focused on preserving life and appreciating all life with respect and honour which I admire and hold to as a Christian. If you get the Super Tinker and do not like it for any reason I will buy it from you! I never use a corkscrew and this model has a philips screwdriver that is very useful. It also uses the best stainless steel I have experienced and holds a good blade edge. I have one of the other Victorinox tools that has little pliers and a magnifying glass, both I never use and it is bulky so I leave it in my car. My Super Tinker was a gift to self while visiting Switzerland many years ago and has been all over North America and Europe with me!
+Timothy Brown Timothy, I like the way you think and your philosophy about self defense. Kudos to you. I haven't done lots of knife training yet at ninjutsu, but I need to do it for my blue belt I believe.
It has been over a year now and I wanted to follow-up and see if you finally got the Super Tinker? I just lost mine after nearly 13yrs of carrying and using it daily. That was a sad day indeed!.. I immediately ordered the same model again and carry it in asmall pouch on my belt. Several months ago I also purchased the Benchmade Osborne 940, which is fantastic, small knife, but I don't think it is allowed in Germany. Primarily because the blade locks, and it can be opened very quickly with one hand. Greetings from the U.S. Tim & Heather Brown 😀
Hey Timothy. No, I haven't gotten around to buy one yet, because mine is still in pretty good shape. Furthermore I got my I on an alox. I wish the tinker would be available in alox.
+Mike Grinnell 😂 I always forget thos rules as well, Mike. The leatherman style cs is no self defense tool. The blade is just about 4cm long. And having one means of self defense is better than none. Having a different colored skin got me some beating when I was younger. And I got mugged once as well. After those experiences you think twice not to go unprepared. At that time I wasn't very good in martial arts either. Always stay safe, mate 😉 and don't forget about those rules.
If you're still debating getting the super tinker, I highly recommend it. It's not as slim as your spartan or the compact but it's hard to beat having scissors and a Phillips driver on one tool.
The Pico looks pretty cool. But I currently just use a Stabilo Worker+, because I a) prefer gel pens and b) the softtouch grip is easier for me to hold
Hey Bo! I know that this is late, but in case you were still deliberating on whether or not to purchase the super tinkerer, I would say that you should go for it. If you are concerned about weight vs application, you should consider the victorinox cadet. Great job on the video! Keep up the good work!
The Supertinker is my favorite celidor scale SAK. My favorite Alox is the Electrician, which is more solid as a work knife. I have a Compact (#2 celidor missing some tools) and a Pioneer X (#2 Alox a little heavy for edc imo)
I have the super tinker. Good scissors, but i prefer the Leatherman CS for the nailfile and the short blade, and the super tinker remains in my workplace.
Hey, is Hamburg a safe city? I've noticed in a few videos that you mentioned carrying around self defence items and it's not so common where I live, so I was just curious :)
Hamburg is not a dangerous city. It's just as any other big city, but you never know. There are some instances of mugging or similar. So it is always good to be prepared ;-)
I live in Hamburg and compared to Berlin I'd say it's safer. In the city I'd say it is rather safe. Of course, you can get robbed or jumped anywhere but there I wouldn't worry much. There are some unofficial no-go areas such as "Billsted" and other smaller regions that are unsafe due to stupid teenagers attacking people for no reason. Not too common but it can happen, especially when you're alone. Watch out for groups of teenagers, especially if they look at you and look "poor" or turkish with poor German skills (too bad if you don't speak German yourself). Not trying to be racist here but those are the stereotypical troublemakers. But mostly just the teenagers. With adults I barely ever had any trouble no matter what background they have. I always wear a knife because I live in an area with stupid teenagers. Hate them. Even when I was a teenager myself.
+Rakesh thanks for the comment, Rakesh. And moin moin 😉 personally I believe it doesn't matter how "safe" a place is, I am better "safe than sorry" so having some Form of protection doesn't hurt to carry around. It's the same thing with knowing martial arts. Just because you know it, you don't walk around using it and karate chopping everyone around you. It's just good to know that you can protect yourself or maybe someone in need. A kubotan is great from smashing windows in a car accident as well for instance.
@steamed Meatball I believe Bashir is referring to the comment from unlockthepower. The phrasing suggests a rather racist element. Especially considering that my parents came from a developing country to Germany. But I honestly am a) used to it (because racist asian jokes are still socially accepted) and b) I believe that every one is entitled to have his or her opinion even if it is racist. I believe you can either ignore it or engage a civil and productive discussion about it (which usually is not possible on the internet unfortunately), because most racism comes from a root of either ignorance or frustration in my experience, and trying to fight that just causes a bigger divide. Don't get me wrong: If someone tries to attack me physically for racist reasons, I will obviously defend myself. But luckily most racism target towards me was just verbal yet.
Am a Hugh fan of Swiss Army products, may want to consider the Alox Pioneer X, personally prefer the Field Master, the super tinker with saw added. Another very good multi tool option is the Boker Plus Tech Tool line, while the prefer the 7 due to having a saw/awl combo, may want to do some research. Big on lights, need to be UBC rechargeable, like the Nitecore TIP (up to 360Lumens) as keychain. Carry the Fenix RC05 due to a nice spread of levels 5 (*10) for 50, x3 for 150 and a x2 for 300, can use standard AA battery if needed. Dual clip. I carry most gear in a small Lowepro case on my belt, keeps pockets relatively empty, no bagging/sagging pants. Easy access to items with two zipper pockets. The Lowepro carry is similar in look/concept to carrying your phone in a case on hip. Carry a handkerchief for multiple reasons, some may prefer a bandana.
+Yogi Lilly thanks for this derailed write up. I was thinking of adding something like a belt pouch but decided against it because then I would start to carry too much stuff 😂
I have the pocket organizer, but I decided not to use it. Imagine getting into a selfdefense situation and having to say "hold on, mister burglar, I need to open my Maxpedition organizer to get to my kubotan" haha. It is a great organizer, but just gets in my way when I need something fast. And the more cumbersome something gets the less I use it. But it is a great organizer to keep in my backpack
Bo Ismono very true. I've never really focused on kubatons since in the US we are a little bit more lenient on blades lol. If I wasn't going for anything lethal though a sharpie a is a great impromt weapon ;)
Thanks, Timothy. No, you are not allowed to carry a kubotan on a plane. but here is an amazon link of the Kubotan US - amzn.to/2qTNBiy DE - amzn.to/2qPoeDk
He's quite concern about the price as i can see. Having a cheap fitness tracker and a nice mechanical watch is much better. Also, him having a multitool as a part of his EDC makes it more manly so having a mechanical watch to incorporate is, i think, good.
I prefer automatic watches for their looks and the idea of a precise mechanical machinery. Furthermore the watch is more of an investment while a smartwatch will usually be obsolete after the new model is out or the battery dies. Also the cost of the Charge HR fitness tracker is more reasonable to wear during workouts. With an expensive smartwatch I might be more considerate with the watch and that might disturb my training. It's just a preference in the end ;-)
Retired for two years now. Find I rarely write now, so no pen needed. My hand eye writing coordination has gone from always bad to even worse. Seems the only time I write on anything is when I have to issue a rare check to pay someone….f’it…let them figure out what my writing says…the checks always get cashed! One of the best things about retirement….forgetting how to write with a pen!
I've had a super tinker for a ridiculous amount of years (over a decade) and I can tell you it's very nice to have and will serve you well. BUT I've been eyeing a few blade-less multi tools and it seems that said multi tools have everything I would need or use (without the blades of course) if you're looking for a pocket multi tool and you still want the blades the super tinker isn't a bad choice but it takes up some reasonable pocket space and isn't very light; it weights literally 10 times as much as the leatherman style cs, I'm not kidding. Is a can opener, phillips head screwdriver, big flathead screwdriver, and a hook (which I've never used in over a decade) really worth 10 times the weight? It's up to you. Oh, great vid by the way, keep it up man.
Thanks for all the info. The weight is actually important to me, wish is why I am thinking of just getting the Tinker opposed to the Super Tinker. And considering the price I will just get it ;-)
Hi, Unfortunately I don't have a good recommendation yet. I always put loose change in my pocket, and once I am at home I drop my change into a big piggy bank to save money
Hey, ich hatte das victorinox super tinker, es ist klein und praktisch. Hab dann aber zum pioneer x gewechselt weil dessen klinge stabiler ist, es besitzt auch eine schere, den korkenzieher benutzt man eh nie und ich finds einfach viel schöner durch die metallgriffschalen, ausserdem ist mir mal vor ein paar jahren ein rotes victorinox auf harten plattenboden gefallen und dabei ging eine griffschale kaputt. Ich besitze das pioneer x nun seit etwas mehr als einem jahr und bin sehr zufrieden damit.
translation: ey, i had the victorinox super tinker, it's small and handy. But then changed to the pioneer x because the blade is more stable, it also has a pair of scissors, the corkscrew never used anyway and I just find much nicer by the metal handle shells, I also fell a few years ago a red victorinox on hard flat bottom and a handle shell broke. I own the pioneer x for a little over a year now and am very happy with it.
Hi, I started to watch your videos recently. Mainly from your backpack video. I am curious about how you carry your EDC? Do you carry them all in pockets? Or you use a small pack. I personally carry a MiniMax wallet and a Zenlet for my cards. That's all if I wear T-shirt and jeans. If I wear jackets, I would carry my Bluetooth headphone.
Thanks for watching my videos! :-) I carry all my EDC in my pockets. I think the point of a good EDC should be to help you but also be small enough not to get in your way. I do have an extended EDC that consists of a couple of items in my backpack. I will do a video on that as well ;-)
You should check out the Ti2 Design TechLiner. I also didn't like writing with the Fisher pens. The TechLiner uses inserts that flow very nicely, it is well constructed, and uses magnets in a very cool way. Take a look at my instagram (instagram.com/mosesedc/) if you would like to see how I will often pair mine. Great video!
Thanks, mate. Just subscribed to you ;-) The Techliner looks awesome. But the hard metal might be uncomfortable for me as well during long writing sessions. I tend to grip pens toooooo tightly, which is why I prefer ones with a rubber grip. But those never look good. haha
Sorry but what the hell is up with the trend of carrying a knife around!?I could understand it if you're working as a forest ranger, but if you're just a regular guy living in the city, it doesn't make much sense. I can't remember one single time walking around the streets of Copenhagen, thinking 'oh - I could really use that pocketknife of mine right now'
Truth to be told, In the beginning I was thinking the same thing. But now I don't want to miss it. If it is just a knife, then I still agree with you. But if it is a multitool, then I would recommend just to try it: the bottle opener alone gets used a bunch, but having a flathead to pry things open, a knife to cut boxes or scissors to cut strings from clothing (happens more often than I did anticipate) just are a couple of things that I do a couple of times each week
hy Bo Ismono, nice video , well done. my edc is almost similar, instead of victorinox Spartan I have a victorinox Compact , it is fantastic. it is just to layers , so I can carry easy in my pocket but complete, it has the scissor very useful , screw drivers, file nails ,little pen (pressured) , etc etc I also use kubotan as keyrings. very nice is this little pen , I have a parker jotter but in the next future I could replace with this one. regards
My main knife, and one you might want to look into, is a Victorinox Compact. I also have the Super Tinker but I find the tool selection on the Compact much more practical and slimmer. It also comes with Plus scales.
Thanks, Fredito! The compact is almost the same like the one I have. I never use a corkscrew, which is why I like the Super Tinker. The Philips screwhead makes more sense for my use
When pronouncing "wrong" and "writing" just forget about the w and say "rong" or "riting" that should help with pronunciation. Also, don't be so self conscious about your pronunciation. I would never have noticed if you hadn't pointed it out. Great video man.
I love my Victorinox Super Tinker. It has a phillips screwdriver, which is way more useful than a corkscrew. It is also fairly compact and has the most useful tools. Great video!
Nice video as always! May I ask what kind of headphones you use I just lost my stock Apple ones and I'm looking for a replacement. Also when is the video coming out about the new wallets? :)
Thanks, Monty! I use ADV M4 in ear headphones th-cam.com/video/QXsYo233Bi4/w-d-xo.html for day to day use. But I also have the Sennheiser HD25 headphones for work. The Secrid wallet comparison videos are still in the works. Don't know yet when they are ready
Enjoyed your video. Most edc videos are apocalyptic, zombie, crazy stuff. Yours is practical and exactly what serves you best. May not suit my or others needs fully but it is your life needs.
Super Tinker is a great pocket knife. Similar is the Climber. You should check out a model called “Victorinox Compact” It’s even slimmer and has what you’re looking for 👍🏾 Thanks for the video.
Haha, thanks! It' basically kind of a trademark by now. I used to have an american accent because I did an highschool year in Oklahoma. But that is all gone and was replaced be ze german accent haha ;-)
Hi - new subscriber from Bulgaria. You have some pretty restrictive laws according to carrying knives. If you like to try another great Victorinox try the new "alox" (aluminium scales) Pioneer X - it is almost everything man can need day to day... For an awesome pen - caran d'ache pen 849 is one of the best and won't break the bank. Great channel - keep the good work...
Replaced my kubotan and Fisher space pen with a tactical pen. I don't write too much so didn't mind the metal Fisher pen, and same goes for the tactical pen which is quite heavy.
I found a tactical pen to be to big overall. The thickness combined with the length was more uncomfortable in my pants pockets than a space pen and a "regular" kubotan combined. Furthermore I found the pen to be more difficult to deploy out of my pockets.
Thanks, Julien. That shirt is from Ben Sherman. Their shirts are awesome, for me it's the right amount between casual and "dressed up". I usually hate dress shirts, but these I like to wear quiet a lot.
you may want to look into a tactical pen, can replace the kubotan and Fischer and you may enjor writing with one more ;). would recommend the Smith and Wesson Gen 2
I have tried a tactical pen. I don't like the weight of them. They are slightly too heave for my liking (when it comes to writing at least). Other than that they are a great combination.
I carried the victorinox spartan for a long time but have switched to the tinker, the only difference beeing a philips instead of the corcscrew (that I find is pretty useless, both in everyday life and as a corcscrew). All other stuff on the tinker/spartan is something I use a lot. For a scissor, I carry a leatherman micra. This is a good combo, even though I am tempted to get some better pliers, like the leatheran signal. :)
The Super Tinker is a great knife. It should do everything you need in almost all day to day situations. It can be a bit bulky at times if it's loose in the pocket but a pocket sheath like you're using can alleviate that. Regarding the Bullet pen, I used one for years and liked it but eventually grew a bit tired of the grip and having some issues with the ink blobbing up at the tip. No reason not to keep it around as a backup piece though. I don't know if you've looked at pens from Tactile Turn or not but I have one of their Gliders in steel and love it. Really well made, good mechanics, and you can put many different cartridges in it - ballpoint, gel, Jetstream, etc. I use a Pilot Precise tip in mine. www.tactileturn.com/store/stainless-steel-slider-glider?category=Sliders+%26amp%3B+Gliders Keep up the good work with the videos. Always interested to see what you're using.
Thanks for the link. I love those bolt action pens. I might need to try it out. But I can see myself also having trouble writing with it. For me writing with a metal pen is "exhausting" after awhile. I need some rubber on the pen as I tend to grip a pen toooooo tightly. The rubber is unfortunately not very visually appealing of course. My favorite pen to write is a Stabilo Worker +. Unfortunately they leak quite a bit after a while
Yeah, the grip would be unforgiving in that regard. The Zebra F402 has a metal body with semi-soft rubber grip but the clip on it is lousy in my experience. I had two of them snag and bend out quite easily and there's no way to really bend it back.
+Walid Chaoui hey, that is a good question. I actually put a paracord inside the corkscrew and put knots on it. Not pretty, but the only way I found to add an attachment to it.
Thanks, Sergey. I just put it in my jeans pocket. It's not much more space, but it sure protects my jeans pockets. You don't want to poke a hole into your pocket with the pen for instance ;-)
No, Hamburg is pretty safe. It's just like any other big city. There are some instances of mugging or beatings, but just be street smart and you are good to go. But having something to defend yourself is always a good idea.
i have a rc09 by Fenix as flash light in my EDC, it's way brighter and with more functionalities than the the nitecore you're showing (about 3 times as bright, with 4 modes, magnetic charging and magnetic tale plus double side belt clip) it's also smaller and the overall quality of the fenix brand is astonishing! it does cost about twice as much, but i figured it was worth the difference especially because you will never need to chance the battery being able to recharge the included one regards fellow backpackers (regarding self defence, this flashlight includes a strobo mode, which absolutely blinds any threat you may face)
+Enrico Fioretti Fenix has some great flashlights. I just prefer this nitecore because it uses one normal AA battery. This makes it very easy to get a replacement when you are in a rural area
that's why i'm using a rechargeable flashlight, you only need a powerbank or a plug in the wall and the charging cable, way easier than buying double A batteries
+Enrico Fioretti that is very true. But I remember times in Indonesia for instance, when the power grid was choppy, then you just need to buy batteries. And in a village you will only get double a batteries.
I love these lol. I'm looking at an Ontario RAT 1 or 2 with D2 Steel for my EDC, I still haven't decided though. You should maybe take a look at the Trayvax Contour wallet, the quality seems great and alot of people have sworn by it, I want one buy I don't wanna pull the trigger yet.
Yeah, I'm worried about sliding through cards being a nuisance, I'm looking at the Trayvax Contour, Secrid Wallet and the Fantom Wallet, I'm probably going to wait till the Fantom releases later in the year before I decide on which one to get.
I've been using Victorinox Super Tinker for some time now and you will not make a mistake If you buy one. In my opinion, it's the best knife/multitool for everyday lite tasks. Great video, keep up the work!
Keiner braucht einen 80 euro Geldbeutel. Ich benutze ein Schlüsseletui, welches ich geschenkt bekommen habe, innen werden die Geldscheine durch meinen Studentenausweis von den Karten getrennt und vorne gibt es noch ein kleines Fach für meine Münzen.
Ich geb Dir Recht: "Brauchen" tut man das nicht, aber genauso wenig "braucht" man ein teures iPhone, wenn es ein günstigeres Android Handy auch tut ;-) Es geht ja nur darum, was für die jeweilige Person am Besten funktioniert und am Besten gefällt. Warum ich eigentlich damals in dieses Wallet investiert habe, war dass ich ein "weiches / normales" Portmonee hatte und durch das Sitzen irgendwann mein Führerschein durchgebrochen ist. Der Ersatz der Karte hat mich damals €60 oder €70 gekostet. Dementsprechend wollte ich dann etwas, das meine Karten stabil und sicher aufbewahrt. Und seitdem sind alle Karten heil.
Da gebe ich Dir auch total recht ;-) Ich würde auch eher Geld in Erlebnisse oder Reisen investieren, wenn ich mich entscheiden müsste. In dem Sinne wünsche ich Dir noch einen schönen Tag. Hier regnet es mal wieder, hoffe bei Dir ist es besser
In Germany knife laws are pretty strict as well. fixed or springloaded knifes are forbidden as well, but this victorinox with a non fixable and not too long blade is allowed as far as I know.
You asked, Bo, so here is my EDC. Weather/season-appropriate clothing from head to toe, including hand and eye protection. A Leatherman PS4 Squirt multitool. A photon light source. A Zippo lighter (I don't smoke, but I carry it anyway). A Buxton business card holder that serves as my wallet, enclosed with a 1 inch/25mm elastic band. A Luminox diving watch. A Gerber Mini-Covert FAST (spring-assisted) utility knife. A Zebra F-701/702 stainless steel pen and mechanical pencil set. A Glock 26 (I am licensed to carry a concealed firearm in every state of the United States).
That's awesome. Thanks, mate. I really like the idea of carrying a zippo. But I can't stand the fuel smell. Furthermore our dogs don't like the fuel smell as well. So I'd rather stay with a bic. but I don't smoke so I rely on my wife to carry a lighter since she smokes ;-)
Had the tinker for years. Awesome tool to have a ream hole puncher and screwdrivers readily. Recent upgrade to the Super tinker is also very practical. Slightly bigger means it fits better in hand and has scissors and pliers which are really nice for little things rather than the slightly bigger jobs that the leatherman can do.
Thanks for the comment. I had the super tinker in mind for a long time, but now I'm not sure about it's size. I realized I only need: knife, Scissors and a bottleopener. I'm currently looking into options.
I never understood how people can carry all this stuff. I dont think i could ever fit it all. All i take is my iPhone, Wallet, and Headphones, and sometimes even that us too much for me to fit.
+HotManJonah it's not like I started with all of it at the same time. For instance, the flashlight was the first thing that I added to the wallet, key and phone EDC. And since my wallet is so small, the flashlight and wallet together basically have the same footprint in my back pocket like one of those bigger bifold wallets. Then I added the leatherman style cs. And that one is so small it fits in that small pocket of a jeans which is for coins I suppose. In other words, all this looks like a lot at first but to me it didn't add a lot of bulk.
I've carried both the Victorinox Tinker and Super Tinker and think both are solid light-use multitools for EDC. The screwdriver has come in handy for me more than a corkscrew ever did (ymmv, of course; I'm not a drinker), likewise the punch tool on the super tinker is something I've used more than expected. Victorinox scissors are a mixed bag; they're fine for very light applications, but not much else. That said, that's about all I'd use small multitool scissors for anyway, so it's never been a serious problem.
So if you are getting into watches, there is a swiss company called luminox. They've been used by U.S. special forces for around 25 years and have a reputation for being indestructible. Many of them carry the military feel but there are a few that are more subtle, the Atacama being one of them. I personally own a 0881 model and it is a fantastic watch. All of these watches have are dive style ones are waterproof to 600ft. All luminoxes have tritium lighting for each hour, the hour hand, the minute hand, the second hand and the rotating bezel (used to indicate oxygen left on dive). Hopefully you can give one of these a try. Cheers
+Albino Neopolitan thanks, mate. ✌️ know Luminox. I would love to get one one day, but it is not high on my list. One day you would love to have a Tudor or grand Seiko first.
If you're looking for a reasonably priced phone with a good camera, check out the One Plus 5. My EDC, glasses, Fitbit, Trove wallet, key ring with tile and loyalty cards on it and phone, currently Galaxy S8.
+Christopher Tilley thanks, Christopher. But as you look into using the phone as navigation on my motorbike the missing ipx rating on the one plus is a flaw for me. Furthermore I have always been a LG person, and the prices on the LG g6 have come down even further than the one plus. So I might get that one instead
Just subbed literally watched all your backpack videos today, I am trying to find a backpack which will fit all my laptop and tech in also all my school books, i need it to be a stylish bag but at the same time be comfortable and durable. I would like a bag with lots of organisers in and either a zip or hole so i can charger my phone in my pocket using a portable charger in my bag. I nearly forgot to mention, it has to be water resistant/proof as i live in England and it rains a lot, thank you for reading any ideas please let me know!! :D
Thank you very much for subbing ;-) I need some more infos on your needs before being able to give you some more recommendations. What kind of style are you looking at (urban, Business, military)? How big is your laptop? Maybe take a look at my Favorite Bags 1.0 video Regarding waterresistance (Hamburg is quite rainy as well): in my experience there is no backpack, that will be 100% water proof. Heavy rain will get through zippers or seams eventually. Probably the best solution is a raincover or an umbrella (which is what I do in the city ;) ) Most backpacks have pretty good water resistant fabric to begin with, but in my experience long exposure to heavy rain will get to every bag to some degree. In Hamburg we have a lot of rain, but I personally do not expose any bag to a heavy rain storm as I carry a lot of expensive equipment inside the bag. And one of my regular items in my bag is an umbrella. But for normal rain most of the bags I use have good weather resistant fabrics and zippers and hold up to a certain degree. But a monsoon rain like in Indonesia for instance will be tough on any bag if exposed to it for a longer period of time.
Thank you for taking the time to reply :) Probably an urban style bag and i just need a bag for laptop, tablet, go-pro and then books and pencil case etc. I carry a lot of heavy stuff so it needs to be padded. I would like a bag with a hole or USB port on it so i can plug my phone directly into a portable charger which i carry in my bag rather then having to open the bag itself. And yes i will check out that video thank you very much!!! :D
+Texual Moose lots of stuff. Maybe take a look at PX Invisible, heimplanet Daypack, boundary supply and the Rehose. They are all pretty good. Oh, and the lbb peloton
I don't understand why you keep apologizing for pronouncing words wrong. Your English is perfect! Just because you have an accent does not mean you cannot speak english! You should be proud of yourself! :)
PS. Very good production value on your video. :)
Thank you very much. I guess it's just an humility thing ;-)
Bo Ismono yeah, I do meet foreigners here in the states sometimes, even some of them speak better English than most people who grew up speaking English natively. Your English is really good and easy to understand.
+LEMBOCHI PRODUCTIONS thanks. I had a couple of "angry" comments regarding my accent, so this means a lot.
Bo Ismono I’d like to seem them attempt German.
hypocrite
The Steinhart Ocean 500 offers alot of watch for the money. Absolutely quality stuff.
Agreed ;-)
One thing. Carbon fiber is not a metal. It’s carbon.
+Hudson T. Oh, I wasn't aware of that. Thanks for the info. You never stop learning. Cheers, mate
Carbon like graphite, carbon fiber is an exception. It's a semi metal as it is conductive, so ...
Hudson T. ideal for carry it to the Airport:)
Adamast is not a semi-metal at all, it is a non-metal and is even separated from the metals section in the periodic table. Carbon is not a semi-metal it just conducts electricity (not even very well)
Adamast carbon fiber is made of carbon with stringlike atoms structure so it is not metal
Your English speech is much better than my German ! Very good video.
+XDTinman thanks, mate. German is such a difficult language. I was born and raised in Germany, but I still have difficulties with the language
Love that Steinhart on leather NATO. It looks great on your wrist.
+raksh9 thanks, mate
I don't know how or why your video got recommended to me, but man, this is some next level quality content. The lighting and grading are on point!
+Vignesh V thank you very much. That means a lot to me
Guten tag Herr!
For the sake of English speaking friends in the US I will continue in English although I do speak fluent German. Years ago I lived with my family in Wolfenbüttel where my mother grew up.
The Kubaton is a great tool and greatly admired by those of us who study Ju-Jitsu. Well worth learning and quite formidable.
I have carried the Victorinox Super Tinker for over ten years now and love it. The perfect blend of tools and function that make every day tasks easier. It is very easy to use and has proved durable even under rough use.
Cheers, and keep up the great content!
+Timothy Brown thanks, Timothy. Do you carry a kubotan as well? And do you train just Jitsu?
The super tinker is getting more attractive by the minute.
Bo Ismono
Ju-Jitsu and Kali knife fighting are my two primary practices right now. I started with Shorin-Kan Karate several years ago which focuses on incorporating tools at hand. The knife techniques work very effectively with the Kubaton in my mind while being a less than lethal option. Being able to defend without taking a life is a must.
Here in the U.S. I am licensed to carry a firearm but I prefer not to use it; only as a very last resort.
Asian martial arts are focused on preserving life and appreciating all life with respect and honour which I admire and hold to as a Christian.
If you get the Super Tinker and do not like it for any reason I will buy it from you! I never use a corkscrew and this model has a philips screwdriver that is very useful. It also uses the best stainless steel I have experienced and holds a good blade edge.
I have one of the other Victorinox tools that has little pliers and a magnifying glass, both I never use and it is bulky so I leave it in my car. My Super Tinker was a gift to self while visiting Switzerland many years ago and has been all over North America and Europe with me!
+Timothy Brown Timothy, I like the way you think and your philosophy about self defense. Kudos to you. I haven't done lots of knife training yet at ninjutsu, but I need to do it for my blue belt I believe.
It has been over a year now and I wanted to follow-up and see if you finally got the Super Tinker?
I just lost mine after nearly 13yrs of carrying and using it daily. That was a sad day indeed!.. I immediately ordered the same model again and carry it in asmall pouch on my belt.
Several months ago I also purchased the Benchmade Osborne 940, which is fantastic, small knife, but I don't think it is allowed in Germany.
Primarily because the blade locks, and it can be opened very quickly with one hand.
Greetings from the U.S.
Tim & Heather Brown 😀
Hey Timothy.
No, I haven't gotten around to buy one yet, because mine is still in pretty good shape. Furthermore I got my I on an alox. I wish the tinker would be available in alox.
Where are you hanging out that you need two selfdefense tools and a leatherman? Oops. I forgot the first rule of fight club.
+Mike Grinnell 😂 I always forget thos rules as well, Mike.
The leatherman style cs is no self defense tool. The blade is just about 4cm long. And having one means of self defense is better than none. Having a different colored skin got me some beating when I was younger. And I got mugged once as well. After those experiences you think twice not to go unprepared. At that time I wasn't very good in martial arts either. Always stay safe, mate 😉 and don't forget about those rules.
+Dmitriy Getman that's a strange "fight" club 😉
I really enjoy you're videos! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks :-)
If you're still debating getting the super tinker, I highly recommend it. It's not as slim as your spartan or the compact but it's hard to beat having scissors and a Phillips driver on one tool.
Thanks, mate. I'll probably order it soon
My idea would be the Lamy Pico, i used it when i was @nightschool and i loved to use it.
The Pico looks pretty cool. But I currently just use a Stabilo Worker+, because I a) prefer gel pens and b) the softtouch grip is easier for me to hold
Your videos are so entertaining and informative! Your aesthetic is also on point. Keep up the good work!
Thank you very much :-)
agreed. Your vids are top notch! They are packed with solid, thought out information and fantastic product details.
+Matthew Wilson thanks again Matthew 😊
Hey Bo! I know that this is late, but in case you were still deliberating on whether or not to purchase the super tinkerer, I would say that you should go for it. If you are concerned about weight vs application, you should consider the victorinox cadet. Great job on the video! Keep up the good work!
Thanks, Arjun. I actually just ordered the Victorinox Manager, because I wanted something small first. But I will get the Super Tinker eventually ;-)
I can tell your a film maker. Lighting pretty nice
Thank you very much, Lian!
The Supertinker is my favorite celidor scale SAK. My favorite Alox is the Electrician, which is more solid as a work knife.
I have a Compact (#2 celidor missing some tools) and a Pioneer X (#2 Alox a little heavy for edc imo)
Another nice video from you. You never disappoint! Keep going! 😉
Greeting from Italy. 🇮🇹
+Fe Bell thanks, mate 😊✌️
I love your channel i hope to see more edc video!! :-))
I have the super tinker. Good scissors, but i prefer the Leatherman CS for the nailfile and the short blade, and the super tinker remains in my workplace.
+Nanyael Aguilera thanks for the input. I'm currently rocking the spartan. I miss the scissors sometimes, but the knife is awesome
Hey, is Hamburg a safe city? I've noticed in a few videos that you mentioned carrying around self defence items and it's not so common where I live, so I was just curious :)
Hamburg is not a dangerous city. It's just as any other big city, but you never know. There are some instances of mugging or similar. So it is always good to be prepared ;-)
I live in Hamburg and compared to Berlin I'd say it's safer. In the city I'd say it is rather safe. Of course, you can get robbed or jumped anywhere but there I wouldn't worry much. There are some unofficial no-go areas such as "Billsted" and other smaller regions that are unsafe due to stupid teenagers attacking people for no reason. Not too common but it can happen, especially when you're alone.
Watch out for groups of teenagers, especially if they look at you and look "poor" or turkish with poor German skills (too bad if you don't speak German yourself). Not trying to be racist here but those are the stereotypical troublemakers. But mostly just the teenagers. With adults I barely ever had any trouble no matter what background they have.
I always wear a knife because I live in an area with stupid teenagers. Hate them. Even when I was a teenager myself.
+Rakesh thanks for the comment, Rakesh. And moin moin 😉 personally I believe it doesn't matter how "safe" a place is, I am better "safe than sorry" so having some Form of protection doesn't hurt to carry around. It's the same thing with knowing martial arts. Just because you know it, you don't walk around using it and karate chopping everyone around you. It's just good to know that you can protect yourself or maybe someone in need. A kubotan is great from smashing windows in a car accident as well for instance.
Really nice seeing people act like racist dipshits on the internet, rather than doing something productive.
@steamed Meatball I believe Bashir is referring to the comment from unlockthepower. The phrasing suggests a rather racist element. Especially considering that my parents came from a developing country to Germany.
But I honestly am a) used to it (because racist asian jokes are still socially accepted) and b) I believe that every one is entitled to have his or her opinion even if it is racist. I believe you can either ignore it or engage a civil and productive discussion about it (which usually is not possible on the internet unfortunately), because most racism comes from a root of either ignorance or frustration in my experience, and trying to fight that just causes a bigger divide. Don't get me wrong: If someone tries to attack me physically for racist reasons, I will obviously defend myself. But luckily most racism target towards me was just verbal yet.
Now I can't decide between secret and maxpedition cmc....
Am a Hugh fan of Swiss Army products, may want to consider the Alox Pioneer X, personally prefer the Field Master, the super tinker with saw added.
Another very good multi tool option is the Boker Plus Tech Tool line, while the prefer the 7 due to having a saw/awl combo, may want to do some research.
Big on lights, need to be UBC rechargeable, like the Nitecore TIP (up to 360Lumens) as keychain. Carry the Fenix RC05 due to a nice spread of levels 5 (*10) for 50, x3 for 150 and a x2 for 300, can use standard AA battery if needed. Dual clip.
I carry most gear in a small Lowepro case on my belt, keeps pockets relatively empty, no bagging/sagging pants. Easy access to items with two zipper pockets.
The Lowepro carry is similar in look/concept to carrying your phone in a case on hip.
Carry a handkerchief for multiple reasons, some may prefer a bandana.
+Yogi Lilly thanks for this derailed write up. I was thinking of adding something like a belt pouch but decided against it because then I would start to carry too much stuff 😂
Must not have ever heard of maxpedition before lol. They make the best wallets in my opinion. Pretty sure they make a pocket organizer like that too.
I have the pocket organizer, but I decided not to use it. Imagine getting into a selfdefense situation and having to say "hold on, mister burglar, I need to open my Maxpedition organizer to get to my kubotan" haha. It is a great organizer, but just gets in my way when I need something fast. And the more cumbersome something gets the less I use it. But it is a great organizer to keep in my backpack
Bo Ismono very true. I've never really focused on kubatons since in the US we are a little bit more lenient on blades lol. If I wasn't going for anything lethal though a sharpie a is a great impromt weapon ;)
Definitely. Any hard object can be a good defense tool. A pen actually is a valid options since it does not look too suspicious
Great video! One quick question: is Kubotan carry-on compatible? And where did you get your Kubotan in Germany? Thanks!
Thanks, Timothy. No, you are not allowed to carry a kubotan on a plane. but here is an amazon link of the Kubotan
US - amzn.to/2qTNBiy
DE - amzn.to/2qPoeDk
Love the vid Bo!! keep at it!!!
+jeffrey pham thanks, Jeffrey. ✌️😉
Also if you want a watch and a fitness tracker, why not get a smart watch? Instead of two separate wrist items
He's quite concern about the price as i can see. Having a cheap fitness tracker and a nice mechanical watch is much better. Also, him having a multitool as a part of his EDC makes it more manly so having a mechanical watch to incorporate is, i think, good.
I prefer automatic watches for their looks and the idea of a precise mechanical machinery. Furthermore the watch is more of an investment while a smartwatch will usually be obsolete after the new model is out or the battery dies. Also the cost of the Charge HR fitness tracker is more reasonable to wear during workouts. With an expensive smartwatch I might be more considerate with the watch and that might disturb my training. It's just a preference in the end ;-)
A bit late but.I really love my super tinker!! 10/10 would recommend !
Good video! Where can I get that Leather NATO strap at?
+Daniel Mendez thanks, Daniel. It's the one from Steinhart. Pretty good Quality even if you don't use it on a Steinhart watch 😉
Retired for two years now. Find I rarely write now, so no pen needed. My hand eye writing coordination has gone from always bad to even worse. Seems the only time I write on anything is when I have to issue a rare check to pay someone….f’it…let them figure out what my writing says…the checks always get cashed! One of the best things about retirement….forgetting how to write with a pen!
Enjoyed your video sir! I'm thinking of purchasing the Secrid wallet and wanted to ask you how yours was still holding up?
+Chris McLaughlin thanks, Chris. I'm actually doing a follow-up video. Should be ready next week I hope.
Nice video! Where did you get the nato watch strap from?
Thank you. I got the strap from Steinhart directly together with the watch.
I am not so sure it's only buying cheap that make buy twice. I see here two aluminium defense sticks and two pocketknife-scissor stuff
Love all your videos but this is one of your best and my favorite all the time you put in payed off. So awesome informative and entertaining!
Thank you very much! Means a lot. Just updated the description with links by the way ;-)
I've had a super tinker for a ridiculous amount of years (over a decade) and I can tell you it's very nice to have and will serve you well. BUT I've been eyeing a few blade-less multi tools and it seems that said multi tools have everything I would need or use (without the blades of course) if you're looking for a pocket multi tool and you still want the blades the super tinker isn't a bad choice but it takes up some reasonable pocket space and isn't very light; it weights literally 10 times as much as the leatherman style cs, I'm not kidding. Is a can opener, phillips head screwdriver, big flathead screwdriver, and a hook (which I've never used in over a decade) really worth 10 times the weight? It's up to you. Oh, great vid by the way, keep it up man.
Thanks for all the info. The weight is actually important to me, wish is why I am thinking of just getting the Tinker opposed to the Super Tinker. And considering the price I will just get it ;-)
I have been carrying a P-38 can opener since 1985. My flight was one of the last to eat C-rations.
Hi, would you recommend any brands/models of wallet for loose change?
Hi, Unfortunately I don't have a good recommendation yet. I always put loose change in my pocket, and once I am at home I drop my change into a big piggy bank to save money
you rock Bo!!
+kghfcjktcghgctkgttcgk you rock, mate 😉 ✌️
You forgot the flask with your favorite beverage...
😂
Hey, ich hatte das victorinox super tinker, es ist klein und praktisch. Hab dann aber zum pioneer x gewechselt weil dessen klinge stabiler ist, es besitzt auch eine schere, den korkenzieher benutzt man eh nie und ich finds einfach viel schöner durch die metallgriffschalen, ausserdem ist mir mal vor ein paar jahren ein rotes victorinox auf harten plattenboden gefallen und dabei ging eine griffschale kaputt. Ich besitze das pioneer x nun seit etwas mehr als einem jahr und bin sehr zufrieden damit.
translation:
ey, i had the victorinox super tinker, it's small and handy. But then changed to the pioneer x because the blade is more stable, it also has a pair of scissors, the corkscrew never used anyway and I just find much nicer by the metal handle shells, I also fell a few years ago a red victorinox on hard flat bottom and a handle shell broke. I own the pioneer x for a little over a year now and am very happy with it.
Hi, I started to watch your videos recently. Mainly from your backpack video. I am curious about how you carry your EDC? Do you carry them all in pockets? Or you use a small pack. I personally carry a MiniMax wallet and a Zenlet for my cards. That's all if I wear T-shirt and jeans. If I wear jackets, I would carry my Bluetooth headphone.
Thanks for watching my videos! :-)
I carry all my EDC in my pockets. I think the point of a good EDC should be to help you but also be small enough not to get in your way. I do have an extended EDC that consists of a couple of items in my backpack. I will do a video on that as well ;-)
Can I include my Spyderco, and my Glock as EDC sorry I live in America. Also a very nice video and professional in manner.. Peace
Yeah, you wouldn't be allowed to carry those here in Germany.
Thanks, mate. Really appreciate that you support my channel!
You should check out the Ti2 Design TechLiner. I also didn't like writing with the Fisher pens. The TechLiner uses inserts that flow very nicely, it is well constructed, and uses magnets in a very cool way. Take a look at my instagram (instagram.com/mosesedc/) if you would like to see how I will often pair mine. Great video!
Thanks, mate. Just subscribed to you ;-) The Techliner looks awesome. But the hard metal might be uncomfortable for me as well during long writing sessions. I tend to grip pens toooooo tightly, which is why I prefer ones with a rubber grip. But those never look good. haha
Sorry but what the hell is up with the trend of carrying a knife around!?I could understand it if you're working as a forest ranger, but if you're just a regular guy living in the city, it doesn't make much sense.
I can't remember one single time walking around the streets of Copenhagen, thinking 'oh - I could really use that pocketknife of mine right now'
Truth to be told, In the beginning I was thinking the same thing. But now I don't want to miss it. If it is just a knife, then I still agree with you. But if it is a multitool, then I would recommend just to try it: the bottle opener alone gets used a bunch, but having a flathead to pry things open, a knife to cut boxes or scissors to cut strings from clothing (happens more often than I did anticipate) just are a couple of things that I do a couple of times each week
hy Bo Ismono, nice video , well done.
my edc is almost similar, instead of victorinox Spartan I have a victorinox Compact , it is fantastic.
it is just to layers , so I can carry easy in my pocket but complete, it has the scissor very useful , screw drivers, file nails ,little pen (pressured) , etc etc
I also use kubotan as keyrings.
very nice is this little pen , I have a parker jotter but in the next future I could replace with this one.
regards
+angelo s. Thanks, Angelo. Sounds like a great EDC. I guess I need to take a look at the victorinox compact as well
My main knife, and one you might want to look into, is a Victorinox Compact. I also have the Super Tinker but I find the tool selection on the Compact much more practical and slimmer. It also comes with Plus scales.
Thanks, Fredito! The compact is almost the same like the one I have. I never use a corkscrew, which is why I like the Super Tinker. The Philips screwhead makes more sense for my use
When pronouncing "wrong" and "writing" just forget about the w and say "rong" or "riting" that should help with pronunciation. Also, don't be so self conscious about your pronunciation. I would never have noticed if you hadn't pointed it out. Great video man.
Thanks, Marc. That's a good tip! Cheers, mate!
I love my Victorinox Super Tinker. It has a phillips screwdriver, which is way more useful than a corkscrew. It is also fairly compact and has the most useful tools. Great video!
Thanks, Martin. I never use corkscrews, therefore I probably will go with the super tinker
Nice video as always! May I ask what kind of headphones you use I just lost my stock Apple ones and I'm looking for a replacement. Also when is the video coming out about the new wallets? :)
Thanks, Monty! I use ADV M4 in ear headphones th-cam.com/video/QXsYo233Bi4/w-d-xo.html for day to day use. But I also have the Sennheiser HD25 headphones for work.
The Secrid wallet comparison videos are still in the works. Don't know yet when they are ready
Enjoyed your video. Most edc videos are apocalyptic, zombie, crazy stuff. Yours is practical and exactly what serves you best. May not suit my or others needs fully but it is your life needs.
+Oscar Cisneros thank you very much, Oscar. That's what I was going for. Really appreciate your honest feedback. Cheers
Super Tinker is a great pocket knife.
Similar is the Climber.
You should check out a model called “Victorinox Compact”
It’s even slimmer and has what you’re looking for 👍🏾
Thanks for the video.
Your English is wonderful, Bo. Please don't apologize. You should hear me try to pronounce Schwartzvalder kirche torte.
Haha, thanks! It' basically kind of a trademark by now. I used to have an american accent because I did an highschool year in Oklahoma. But that is all gone and was replaced be ze german accent haha ;-)
Hi - new subscriber from Bulgaria.
You have some pretty restrictive laws according to carrying knives.
If you like to try another great Victorinox try the new "alox" (aluminium scales) Pioneer X - it is almost everything man can need day to day...
For an awesome pen - caran d'ache pen 849 is one of the best and won't break the bank.
Great channel - keep the good work...
Thanks, Stefan. I like the look of the Alox series quite a lot! It's on my wishlist
Replaced my kubotan and Fisher space pen with a tactical pen. I don't write too much so didn't mind the metal Fisher pen, and same goes for the tactical pen which is quite heavy.
I found a tactical pen to be to big overall. The thickness combined with the length was more uncomfortable in my pants pockets than a space pen and a "regular" kubotan combined. Furthermore I found the pen to be more difficult to deploy out of my pockets.
Have a look at the Victorinox Pioneer X and Compact. I find them the best compact swiss knives around... Thanks for your videos!
+Josep Jordi thanks , josep. And thanks for watching my videos. I will take a look at the Pioneer
What's the brand of your shirt ? looks nice.
Thanks, Julien. That shirt is from Ben Sherman. Their shirts are awesome, for me it's the right amount between casual and "dressed up". I usually hate dress shirts, but these I like to wear quiet a lot.
you may want to look into a tactical pen, can replace the kubotan and Fischer and you may enjor writing with one more ;). would recommend the Smith and Wesson Gen 2
I have tried a tactical pen. I don't like the weight of them. They are slightly too heave for my liking (when it comes to writing at least). Other than that they are a great combination.
I carried the victorinox spartan for a long time but have switched to the tinker, the only difference beeing a philips instead of the corcscrew (that I find is pretty useless, both in everyday life and as a corcscrew). All other stuff on the tinker/spartan is something I use a lot. For a scissor, I carry a leatherman micra. This is a good combo, even though I am tempted to get some better pliers, like the leatheran signal. :)
I'm more interested in an Every Day Curry!
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you should try the exo Maximus wallet by vanicci.
I just ordered the Secrid Wallet today. I sure hope that the new wallets you're going to be reviewing don't beat the Secrid 😅😬
Don't worry. You made the right decision ;-)
Is carrying a kubotan even legal in Germany? As far as I know it's forbidden in Switzerland...
Well, It's not 100% legal as well. But it can obviously also be used as an emergency glass breaker, so that's what I call it if someone asks me ;-)
oh and not every cheap product is horrific quality and not every expensive product is amazing quality
Hey bo! How do you wear your watch and fitbit? Do you wear them at the same time or you mostly wear your watch when dressing up? :)
Hey Emmanuel.
I actually wear both at the same time. I just got used to it ;-)
Where you bought the leather bracelet?
That's the original Steinhart leather Nato strap. You can get it directly from Steinhart.
you sir, just got one subscriber.. keep up the good video
+wikoo2807 thank you very much. really appreciate the support.cheers
If you buy cheap and know how to sew quality stitches you pay once.
I just carry a gun..... 'merica!
The Super Tinker is a great knife. It should do everything you need in almost all day to day situations. It can be a bit bulky at times if it's loose in the pocket but a pocket sheath like you're using can alleviate that.
Regarding the Bullet pen, I used one for years and liked it but eventually grew a bit tired of the grip and having some issues with the ink blobbing up at the tip. No reason not to keep it around as a backup piece though. I don't know if you've looked at pens from Tactile Turn or not but I have one of their Gliders in steel and love it. Really well made, good mechanics, and you can put many different cartridges in it - ballpoint, gel, Jetstream, etc. I use a Pilot Precise tip in mine.
www.tactileturn.com/store/stainless-steel-slider-glider?category=Sliders+%26amp%3B+Gliders
Keep up the good work with the videos. Always interested to see what you're using.
Thanks for the link. I love those bolt action pens. I might need to try it out. But I can see myself also having trouble writing with it. For me writing with a metal pen is "exhausting" after awhile. I need some rubber on the pen as I tend to grip a pen toooooo tightly. The rubber is unfortunately not very visually appealing of course. My favorite pen to write is a Stabilo Worker +. Unfortunately they leak quite a bit after a while
Yeah, the grip would be unforgiving in that regard. The Zebra F402 has a metal body with semi-soft rubber grip but the clip on it is lousy in my experience. I had two of them snag and bend out quite easily and there's no way to really bend it back.
Hey, i have a victorinox spartan without keyring like you but i want to put it in my keychain what i do you have any idea how i do it
+Walid Chaoui hey, that is a good question. I actually put a paracord inside the corkscrew and put knots on it. Not pretty, but the only way I found to add an attachment to it.
great "bild" quality :D
😂 danke sehr. Cheers 😉✌️
Love it! another great video Bo! Question. This organiser - do you just put it in your jeans pocket? Isn't it just extra space?
Thanks, Sergey. I just put it in my jeans pocket. It's not much more space, but it sure protects my jeans pockets. You don't want to poke a hole into your pocket with the pen for instance ;-)
Good point! ;)
I'm curious what you use for personal transportation , seeing as you're an early adopter have you ever considered a Electric Unicycle/ EUC ?
I'm a biker ;-) I have a bicycle or use public transportation. But next week I will have a motorbike as well ;-)
Is Hamburg so dangerous? or are the flashlight and kubotan good to have when u travel?
No, Hamburg is pretty safe. It's just like any other big city. There are some instances of mugging or beatings, but just be street smart and you are good to go. But having something to defend yourself is always a good idea.
Ultimate edc is having a gun
Bo, which leather strap are you using with the Steinhart Ocean watch, looks great!
That is the original one made by Steinhart ;-)
i have a rc09 by Fenix as flash light in my EDC, it's way brighter and with more functionalities than the the nitecore you're showing (about 3 times as bright, with 4 modes, magnetic charging and magnetic tale plus double side belt clip) it's also smaller and the overall quality of the fenix brand is astonishing! it does cost about twice as much, but i figured it was worth the difference especially because you will never need to chance the battery being able to recharge the included one
regards
fellow backpackers
(regarding self defence, this flashlight includes a strobo mode, which absolutely blinds any threat you may face)
+Enrico Fioretti Fenix has some great flashlights. I just prefer this nitecore because it uses one normal AA battery. This makes it very easy to get a replacement when you are in a rural area
that's why i'm using a rechargeable flashlight, you only need a powerbank or a plug in the wall and the charging cable, way easier than buying double A batteries
+Enrico Fioretti that is very true. But I remember times in Indonesia for instance, when the power grid was choppy, then you just need to buy batteries. And in a village you will only get double a batteries.
Beautiful watch. Where did you get your leather NATO strap?
Hey Jack. That is a leatherstrap from Steinhart. It#s great even if you don't put it on a Steinhart
I love these lol. I'm looking at an Ontario RAT 1 or 2 with D2 Steel for my EDC, I still haven't decided though. You should maybe take a look at the Trayvax Contour wallet, the quality seems great and alot of people have sworn by it, I want one buy I don't wanna pull the trigger yet.
I have seen the Trayvax. Looks good and serious, I wonder how practical it is though
Yeah, I'm worried about sliding through cards being a nuisance, I'm looking at the Trayvax Contour, Secrid Wallet and the Fantom Wallet, I'm probably going to wait till the Fantom releases later in the year before I decide on which one to get.
Cool. let me know what you end up with in the end.
Like your videos as a bag geek myself. How do you carry your keys around? (;
Thanks, Jannik! I currently use the Orbit Key. Pretty good stuff. Review coming soon!
Your pockets must be ridiculously clingy with all that metal.
haha, at first it did, but now it is quite manageable ;-)
I have the same watch with the soprod movement, after more than a year it still runs well.
+officialpartychannel awesome. As far as I know it was just a certain batch of the soprod movements that had some lubricant issues.
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I felt a lot of redundant items. how many self defense items do u need? do u get attack 3 times a day?
+Lionel Wan it's just one self-defence tool. I think you overestimate the size of the knife 😉
+bo ismono
1)pen 2)flashlight 3) swiss multitool 4) kubotan.
all of them can be used as self defense weapon.
true, but by definition only the kubotan is a selfdefense tool. And the fisher space pen and the Style CS are very tiny.
I've been using Victorinox Super Tinker for some time now and you will not make a mistake If you buy one. In my opinion, it's the best knife/multitool for everyday lite tasks. Great video, keep up the work!
I prefer the Victorinox Spartan
Thanks, Andreja!
Will check it out ;-)
Keiner braucht einen 80 euro Geldbeutel. Ich benutze ein Schlüsseletui, welches ich geschenkt bekommen habe, innen werden die Geldscheine durch meinen Studentenausweis von den Karten getrennt und vorne gibt es noch ein kleines Fach für meine Münzen.
Ich geb Dir Recht: "Brauchen" tut man das nicht, aber genauso wenig "braucht" man ein teures iPhone, wenn es ein günstigeres Android Handy auch tut ;-) Es geht ja nur darum, was für die jeweilige Person am Besten funktioniert und am Besten gefällt.
Warum ich eigentlich damals in dieses Wallet investiert habe, war dass ich ein "weiches / normales" Portmonee hatte und durch das Sitzen irgendwann mein Führerschein durchgebrochen ist. Der Ersatz der Karte hat mich damals €60 oder €70 gekostet. Dementsprechend wollte ich dann etwas, das meine Karten stabil und sicher aufbewahrt. Und seitdem sind alle Karten heil.
Deswegen habe ich ein Nexus 5x xD. Dein video war trotzdem nice! Ich finde es halt sinnvoller mein Geld eher für tolle erlebnisse auszugeben.
Da gebe ich Dir auch total recht ;-) Ich würde auch eher Geld in Erlebnisse oder Reisen investieren, wenn ich mich entscheiden müsste. In dem Sinne wünsche ich Dir noch einen schönen Tag. Hier regnet es mal wieder, hoffe bei Dir ist es besser
Don't feel bad about the mispronunciation. At least you can speak more than one language fluently. Great video. Perfect length. Thanks for posting. 👍
Thanks for commenting, Kenneth! And thanks for watching my video!
The Super Tinker is great. Fantastic scissors; super precise and sharp!
+Ron 👍😉
In norway we are not allowed to carry a knife
In Germany knife laws are pretty strict as well. fixed or springloaded knifes are forbidden as well, but this victorinox with a non fixable and not too long blade is allowed as far as I know.
You asked, Bo, so here is my EDC.
Weather/season-appropriate clothing from head to toe, including hand and eye protection.
A Leatherman PS4 Squirt multitool.
A photon light source.
A Zippo lighter (I don't smoke, but I carry it anyway).
A Buxton business card holder that serves as my wallet, enclosed with a 1 inch/25mm elastic band.
A Luminox diving watch.
A Gerber Mini-Covert FAST (spring-assisted) utility knife.
A Zebra F-701/702 stainless steel pen and mechanical pencil set.
A Glock 26 (I am licensed to carry a concealed firearm in every state of the United States).
That's awesome. Thanks, mate. I really like the idea of carrying a zippo. But I can't stand the fuel smell. Furthermore our dogs don't like the fuel smell as well. So I'd rather stay with a bic. but I don't smoke so I rely on my wife to carry a lighter since she smokes ;-)
Your videos are so well produced. Also you voice is great for voice overs.
+Dave Restino thank you very much for your kind words. Cheers Dave
Had the tinker for years. Awesome tool to have a ream hole puncher and screwdrivers readily. Recent upgrade to the Super tinker is also very practical. Slightly bigger means it fits better in hand and has scissors and pliers which are really nice for little things rather than the slightly bigger jobs that the leatherman can do.
Thanks for the comment. I had the super tinker in mind for a long time, but now I'm not sure about it's size. I realized I only need: knife, Scissors and a bottleopener. I'm currently looking into options.
Bo Ismono maybe the Swiss army manager then? It's a bit smaller with bottle opener and scissors and knife as needed
Yeah, I got my eye on that one. But it sure is weirdly more expensive than other ones.
good edc, hey whats the background theme music?..
I never understood how people can carry all this stuff. I dont think i could ever fit it all. All i take is my iPhone, Wallet, and Headphones, and sometimes even that us too much for me to fit.
+HotManJonah it's not like I started with all of it at the same time. For instance, the flashlight was the first thing that I added to the wallet, key and phone EDC. And since my wallet is so small, the flashlight and wallet together basically have the same footprint in my back pocket like one of those bigger bifold wallets. Then I added the leatherman style cs. And that one is so small it fits in that small pocket of a jeans which is for coins I suppose. In other words, all this looks like a lot at first but to me it didn't add a lot of bulk.
I've carried both the Victorinox Tinker and Super Tinker and think both are solid light-use multitools for EDC. The screwdriver has come in handy for me more than a corkscrew ever did (ymmv, of course; I'm not a drinker), likewise the punch tool on the super tinker is something I've used more than expected. Victorinox scissors are a mixed bag; they're fine for very light applications, but not much else. That said, that's about all I'd use small multitool scissors for anyway, so it's never been a serious problem.
Thanks for the input, Andrew! Helps a lot. That was basically what I was thinking. I might buy the super tinker soon ;-)
Subbed for the quality of the video and for your edc. :)
+Heckies thanks. Really appreciate it ✌️😉
So if you are getting into watches, there is a swiss company called luminox. They've been used by U.S. special forces for around 25 years and have a reputation for being indestructible. Many of them carry the military feel but there are a few that are more subtle, the Atacama being one of them. I personally own a 0881 model and it is a fantastic watch. All of these watches have are dive style ones are waterproof to 600ft. All luminoxes have tritium lighting for each hour, the hour hand, the minute hand, the second hand and the rotating bezel (used to indicate oxygen left on dive). Hopefully you can give one of these a try. Cheers
+Albino Neopolitan thanks, mate. ✌️ know Luminox. I would love to get one one day, but it is not high on my list. One day you would love to have a Tudor or grand Seiko first.
If you're looking for a reasonably priced phone with a good camera, check out the One Plus 5.
My EDC, glasses, Fitbit, Trove wallet, key ring with tile and loyalty cards on it and phone, currently Galaxy S8.
+Christopher Tilley thanks, Christopher. But as you look into using the phone as navigation on my motorbike the missing ipx rating on the one plus is a flaw for me. Furthermore I have always been a LG person, and the prices on the LG g6 have come down even further than the one plus. So I might get that one instead
Swiss super tinker is a good knife. I’ve owned one for ages.
Good to know. Thanks 😉👊
Bo where did you get the red lanyard ball that is on your kubotan?
+Felipe Lacombe I made it myself. Just Google "paracord knots" there are lots of tutorials
Hi what video editing color mode use ?
I like the effects.
Just subbed literally watched all your backpack videos today, I am trying to find a backpack which will fit all my laptop and tech in also all my school books, i need it to be a stylish bag but at the same time be comfortable and durable. I would like a bag with lots of organisers in and either a zip or hole so i can charger my phone in my pocket using a portable charger in my bag. I nearly forgot to mention, it has to be water resistant/proof as i live in England and it rains a lot, thank you for reading any ideas please let me know!! :D
Thank you very much for subbing ;-) I need some more infos on your needs before being able to give you some more recommendations. What kind of style are you looking at (urban, Business, military)? How big is your laptop?
Maybe take a look at my Favorite Bags 1.0 video
Regarding waterresistance (Hamburg is quite rainy as well):
in my experience there is no backpack, that will be 100% water proof. Heavy rain will get through zippers or seams eventually. Probably the best solution is a raincover or an umbrella (which is what I do in the city ;) )
Most backpacks have pretty good water resistant fabric to begin with, but in my experience long exposure to heavy rain will get to every bag to some degree. In Hamburg we have a lot of rain, but I personally do not expose any bag to a heavy rain storm as I carry a lot of expensive equipment inside the bag. And one of my regular items in my bag is an umbrella. But for normal rain most of the bags I use have good weather resistant fabrics and zippers and hold up to a certain degree. But a monsoon rain like in Indonesia for instance will be tough on any bag if exposed to it for a longer period of time.
Thank you for taking the time to reply :) Probably an urban style bag and i just need a bag for laptop, tablet, go-pro and then books and pencil case etc. I carry a lot of heavy stuff so it needs to be padded. I would like a bag with a hole or USB port on it so i can plug my phone directly into a portable charger which i carry in my bag rather then having to open the bag itself. And yes i will check out that video thank you very much!!! :D
+Texual Moose lots of stuff. Maybe take a look at PX Invisible, heimplanet Daypack, boundary supply and the Rehose. They are all pretty good. Oh, and the lbb peloton
Bo Ismono thank you so much!
+Texual Moose you're very welcome 😉 ✌️