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To some, the words “made in America” merely refer to a product’s origin, however, others recognize that these three words can and often do carry far more weight, speaking to a higher degree of craftsmanship and overall quality often lacked by products mass-produced abroad. Due to the fact that they’re made to be used on a daily basis and need to stand up to the stresses and abuses that come with that, everyday carry items often massively benefit from domestic manufacturing, as these more carefully crafted items are almost always able to yield better longevity and performance. In a bid to highlight some of our favorite pieces of domestically manufactured kit that demonstrate this point, we’ve pieced together this handpicked guide to the best USA-made everyday carry essentials.
Gerber Center-Drive Multi-Tool
Quality everyday carry gear is all about offering utility and preparedness, and exceedingly few EDC items encapsulate this notion better than the Gerber Center-Drive Multi-Tool. Offered in two regular color options and fully customizable on Gerber’s online configurator, this USA-made multi-tool packs a generous suite of tools and functions that can be easily deployed using just one hand. The Center-Drive is also backed by a lifetime warranty.
Field Notes Original Kraft Mixed Notebooks
A stellar addition to any EDC loadout, the Field Notes Original Kraft Mixed Notebooks contains a trio of 3.5” x 5.5” everyday carry notebooks — one with completely blank pages, one with lined paper, and one with graph paper.
Arktype RMK Compact Magnetic Keychain
Engineered specifically for EDC duties, the Arktype RMK — or Riflesnap Magnet Keychain — is a quick-release item that’s handwoven from Type III 550 Paracord in San Francisco before being mated to a slim-profile clasp equipped with Delrin hard-coated neodymium magnets.
Zippo Brushed Brass 1941 Replica
Predating the more modern — and thoroughly iconic — design that we all know today, the Zippo Brushed Brass 1941 Replica is an authentic reissue of the Pennsylvania brand’s World War 2-era brass construction lighter that sports markedly sharper lines than its successor.
Tactile Turn Titanium Short Bolt Action Pen
Produced in standard, short, or mini lengths — as well as in copper, bronze, and zirconium constructions — the Tactile Turn Titanium Bolt Action Pen is an EDC-specific writing instrument that’s been precision machined in Texas. Protected by a lifetime warranty, this pen is also offered with an optional Timascus bolt.
Dango M1 Maverick Rail Wallet
The Dango M1 Maverick Rail Wallet is a cleverly-designed EDC wallet that’s crafted around a chassis that’s CNC machined from anodized aerospace-grade aluminum and capable of housing up to 9 cards. Assembled by hand in America, this tactical wallet is also compatible with Dango’s MT04 multi-tool.
Misc Goods Co. Ceramic Flask
The Misc Goods Co. Ceramic Flask is a high-end take on an 11oz EDC flask that features 0.25” wall, brass hardware, a cork top, leather accent straps, and genuine foil stamping.
SureFire Titan Plus
Able to be carried in a pocket or on a keychain, the SureFire Titan Plus is an American-made EDC-specific flashlight that boasts a nickel-plated brass and a MaxVision LED beam putting out up to 300 lumens.
Weiss 38mm Standard Issue Field Watch
Crafted by hand in America using more than 100 Swiss parts, the Weiss 38mm Standard Issue Field Watch is a vintage military-inspired timepiece that sports a hand-polished surgical-grade 316L stainless steel case housing a Caliber 1005 mechanical movement with a 42-hour power reserve.
