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Beneath the Earth’s crust, extreme heat and pressure liquefy rock into a substance called magma. Also composed of crystals and dissolved gases, magma is a major catalyst for volcanic eruptions, which have historically shaped continents and created new landforms over time. Just as our planet evolves thanks to magma, the EDC space is also doing so. Today, we’ve put together an everyday carry loadout inspired by this liquid rock substance.
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The James Brand Lowe Wallet
Known for its thoughtful craftsmanship and minimalist design language, The James Brand has arguably the most impressive array of EDC gear on the market. However, before recently, they had never made a wallet. Constructed from CNC-machined 6063-T5 aluminum, the sleek Lowe cardholder can hold anywhere from one to six cards without feeling too loose or too tight, thanks to the brand’s new “Pinch-Tech” rail system inside for securely holding and deploying your cards. Recently, the Lowe was released with a Black + Fire colorway as part of its Nocturne collection.
The James Brand Carter Pocket Knife
Again, The James Brand is covered on our site more than any other EDC firm for a reason. Also added to its Nocturne collection with the Black + Fire colorway is the company’s best-selling Carter pocket knife. All black with the exception of the orange thumb disc, the knife features a 2.8-inch VG-10 stainless steel blade for corrosion resistance with a machined G10 handle that feels secure in-hand. Not too bulky, not too slim, the Carter is sized perfectly, weighing just 3oz total. This is TJB’s most advanced knife ever.
Antou Pen C Mini
Surprisingly, pen design has evolved considerably despite being a craft that’s existed for centuries. A joint effort between designers and metal workers, Antou is the Taiwanese brand known for its flagship Pen C. The firm’s Mini version of the pen is perfect for EDC at just 5” long with a keyring attachment at the end. Designed around the idea of adaptability, it accepts over 100 different ballpoint refill types inside its CNC-machined aluminum alloy shell. And you can see the ink inside so you won’t be surprised when it runs out.
Seiko 5 Sports SRPH33
Seiko debuted its 5 Sports series in 1968 and it has since become the de facto range for the Japanese brand’s rugged yet sleek timepieces such as the SRPH33 you see here. The watchmaker added some contemporary touches to its vintage-inspired pilot’s watch, featuring black ion-finished stainless steel case and some hi-vis orange accents. The minute track stays center stage, dominating the numerals where the hour markers usually would be. As for the latter, they’re on an inner ring for quick reference. At 39.4mm across, the watch wears well and is powered by an in-house Caliber 4R36 automatic movement with a 3Hz frequency.
