EDC-TV

What happens when lifelong gear nerds sit down with a former SOG insider who spent nearly 20 years shaping some of the most recognizable knives and multitools on the planet? You get an episode packed with stories, industry secrets, design philosophy, and a whole lot of laughter.

In this episode, Grant and Inky welcome Chris Cashbaugh (formerly Chris@SOG on our own forum at Multitool.org) for a deep dive into the knives, tools, and behind‑the‑scenes decisions that shaped an entire era of gear design. From the rise of high‑value Chinese knives to the engineering quirks behind crossbar locks, the crew breaks down what makes a knife actually good, what makes a multitool actually useful, and why timing and market readiness can make or break even the most innovative ideas.

Chris shares candid insights from his years at SOG, including:

• How the PepperWool Merino came to be his new daily carry
• Why the Baton and SYNC series were bold experiments ahead of their time
• The real challenges of designing tools for specific users (like backpackers) without adding “features for the sake of features”
• What consumers think they want vs. what they actually need
• Why a $10 Ozark Trail crossbar‑lock knife can punch way above its weight

If you love knives, multitools, design philosophy, or just want to hear three friends geek out with someone who helped shape modern EDC, this episode is absolutely worth your time.

#EDCTV #MultitoolOrg #KnifeCommunity #EDCCommunity #GearTalk #KnifeDesign #SOGKnives #EverydayCarry #Multitools #ToolDesign #ProductDevelopment #OutdoorGear #ChineseKnives #Civivi #KnifeIndustry #GearNerds #BackpackingGear #EDCDiscussion #DesignPhilosophy

If you could only choose one tool for life, what would it be? 🤔

In this episode of EDC-TV, the hosts tackle one of the biggest debates in the everyday carry world: What is the best single tool to rely on for everything? From Swiss Army knives and multitools to folding knives and fixed blades, the conversation explores what makes a tool truly dependable.

The discussion dives into the practicality, versatility, and durability of different knife styles and multitools, along with personal experiences and recommendations from years of real-world use. The hosts break down the strengths and trade-offs between different designs and explain how individual needs, lifestyle, and intended use ultimately determine the best choice.

Whether you're new to EDC or a seasoned collector, this episode offers valuable insights into choosing tools that balance functionality, reliability, and everyday practicality.

• The challenge of choosing one tool for life
• Why Swiss Army knives and multitools remain popular choices
• Key differences between multitools, folders, and fixed blades
• The importance of durability and real-world functionality
• Personal recommendations across multiple knife categories
• How to match tools to your lifestyle and needs
• Discussion of well-known practical options, including Mora-style fixed blades

✔ Swiss Army knives and multitools offer exceptional versatility for everyday tasks
✔ The “best” tool depends heavily on personal use and environment
✔ Folding knives, fixed blades, and multitools all serve distinct roles
✔ Durability and usability matter more than brand loyalty
✔ Practicality should always guide your final choice

This episode is perfect for:

• Everyday Carry (EDC) enthusiasts
• Knife and multitool users
• Outdoor and preparedness-minded individuals
• Collectors comparing different knife styles
• Anyone trying to choose one reliable tool for daily life

EDC-TV is a podcast dedicated to everyday carry, tools, gear, and practical living. Each episode features thoughtful discussions, real-world experiences, and honest opinions about the gear people rely on every day.

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If you could only choose one tool for life, what would it be?

In this episode of EDC-TV, the hosts tackle one of the biggest debates in the everyday carry world: What is the best single tool to rely on for everything? From Swiss Army knives and multitools to folding knives and fixed blades, the conversation explores what makes a tool truly dependable.

The discussion dives into the practicality, versatility, and durability of different knife styles and multitools, along with personal experiences and recommendations from years of real-world use. The hosts break down the strengths and trade-offs between different designs and explain how individual needs, lifestyle, and intended use ultimately determine the best choice.

Whether you're new to EDC or a seasoned collector, this episode offers valuable insights into choosing tools that balance functionality, reliability, and everyday practicality.

• The challenge of choosing one tool for life
• Why Swiss Army knives and multitools remain popular choices
• Key differences between multitools, folders, and fixed blades
• The importance of durability and real-world functionality
• Personal recommendations across multiple knife categories
• How to match tools to your lifestyle and needs
• Discussion of well-known practical options, including Mora-style fixed blades

✔ Swiss Army knives and multitools offer exceptional versatility for everyday tasks
✔ The “best” tool depends heavily on personal use and environment
✔ Folding knives, fixed blades, and multitools all serve distinct roles
✔ Durability and usability matter more than brand loyalty
✔ Practicality should always guide your final choice

This episode is perfect for:

• Everyday Carry (EDC) enthusiasts
• Knife and multitool users
• Outdoor and preparedness-minded individuals
• Collectors comparing different knife styles
• Anyone trying to choose one reliable tool for daily life

EDC-TV is a podcast dedicated to everyday carry, tools, gear, and practical living. Each episode features thoughtful discussions, real-world experiences, and honest opinions about the gear people rely on every day.

EDC, everyday carry, Swiss Army knife, multitool, folding knife, fixed blade, Mora knife, knife discussion, EDC gear, survival tools, bushcraft tools, knife recommendations, multitool comparison, best knife, knife durability, everyday tools

This week on EDC‑TV, Grant, Inky, and Abe dive into one of the most surprisingly controversial topics in the knife world: serrations- who does them right, who does them wrong, and why they spark such strong opinions.

But before the main event, the crew brings their usual chaos and charm with updates on new gear, tiny knives that probably shouldn’t exist, questionable Kickstarter creations, and a rant about product reviews that every gear nerd will relate to.

Then it’s onto the deep cut:

partial serrations, full serrations, no serrations, toothy vs. scalloped, Cold Steel vs. Spyderco, rescue blades, rope cutters, defensive myths, sharpening nightmares, and why placement matters more than most people think.

If you’ve ever argued about combo edges, tried to sharpen Cold Steel serrations without crying, or wondered why some blades feel magical while others feel like a cheese grater… this episode is for you.

Packed with real‑world experience, decades of field use, and the kind of brutally honest opinions only long‑time friends can get away with, this is one of our most fun and informative episodes yet.

Whether you’re a knife collector, an EDC enthusiast, or just love hearing three gear nerds roast questionable design choices, you’re going to enjoy this one.

Listen now and join the conversation.

What serrations do you trust, and which ones drive you nuts?

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCCommunity #KnifeCommunity #Serrations #KnifeTalk #GearTalk #MultitoolOrg #KnifeEnthusiast #EDCDiscussion #PocketDump #BladeTalk #KnifeDesign #GearNerds #OutdoorGear #KnifeSharpening #KnifeCollectors #TacticalGear #EDCPodcast #PodcastLife #CanadianCreators #FieldTestedGear #CuttingEdgeConversations

This week on EDC‑TV, Grant, Inky, and Abe dive into one of the most surprisingly controversial topics in the knife world: serrations- who does them right, who does them wrong, and why they spark such strong opinions.

But before the main event, the crew brings their usual chaos and charm with updates on new gear, tiny knives that probably shouldn’t exist, questionable Kickstarter creations, and a rant about product reviews that every gear nerd will relate to.

Then it’s onto the deep cut:

partial serrations, full serrations, no serrations, toothy vs. scalloped, Cold Steel vs. Spyderco, rescue blades, rope cutters, defensive myths, sharpening nightmares, and why placement matters more than most people think.

If you’ve ever argued about combo edges, tried to sharpen Cold Steel serrations without crying, or wondered why some blades feel magical while others feel like a cheese grater… this episode is for you.

Packed with real‑world experience, decades of field use, and the kind of brutally honest opinions only long‑time friends can get away with, this is one of our most fun and informative episodes yet.

Whether you’re a knife collector, an EDC enthusiast, or just love hearing three gear nerds roast questionable design choices, you’re going to enjoy this one.

Listen now and join the conversation.

What serrations do you trust, and which ones drive you nuts?

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCCommunity #KnifeCommunity #Serrations #KnifeTalk #GearTalk #MultitoolOrg #KnifeEnthusiast #EDCDiscussion #PocketDump #BladeTalk #KnifeDesign #GearNerds #OutdoorGear #KnifeSharpening #KnifeCollectors #TacticalGear #EDCPodcast #PodcastLife #CanadianCreators #FieldTestedGear #CuttingEdgeConversations

A chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly practical deep‑dive into the gear we actually carry every day. Grant, Abe, and Inky kick things off with new acquisitions—from tool bags to nail‑nick savers to a very on‑brand olive‑drab Nalgene—before spiraling into a full‑blown lighter symposium featuring arc lighters, butane beaters, and the eternal USB‑C vs. micro‑USB struggle.

The crew also tackles the Bark River Knives controversy with honesty and respect, then pivots into the real meat of the episode: what belongs in your EDC bag. From first‑aid kits to emergency patch cords, from power banks to notebooks, from sunblock to Imodium (don’t ask), this episode is packed with practical tips, personal stories, and the kind of unfiltered banter only these three can deliver.

If you’ve ever wondered what other people carry, why phones never survive as long as they should, or how to organize your gear without losing your mind, this episode is your jam. Plus, Inky’s first‑aid kit reveal is… something you won’t forget.

Expect:

• Real‑world EDC essentials

• Fire‑starting nerdery

• USB chaos

• Gear fails and gear wins

• Audience challenges and organization tips

• A cook set review, notebook talk, and more

Listen in, laugh along, and rethink what’s in your bag.

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCBagDump #GearTalk #ArcLighters #FirstAidKit #KnifeCommunity #EDCOrganization #PrepperLite #PocketDump #CanadianEDC #GearNerds #MultitoolOrg #EDCDiscussion #PodcastLife

A chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly practical deep‑dive into the gear we actually carry every day. Grant, Abe, and Inky kick things off with new acquisitions—from tool bags to nail‑nick savers to a very on‑brand olive‑drab Nalgene—before spiraling into a full‑blown lighter symposium featuring arc lighters, butane beaters, and the eternal USB‑C vs. micro‑USB struggle.

The crew also tackles the Bark River Knives controversy with honesty and respect, then pivots into the real meat of the episode: what belongs in your EDC bag. From first‑aid kits to emergency patch cords, from power banks to notebooks, from sunblock to Imodium (don’t ask), this episode is packed with practical tips, personal stories, and the kind of unfiltered banter only these three can deliver.

If you’ve ever wondered what other people carry, why phones never survive as long as they should, or how to organize your gear without losing your mind, this episode is your jam. Plus, Inky’s first‑aid kit reveal is… something you won’t forget.

Expect:

• Real‑world EDC essentials

• Fire‑starting nerdery

• USB chaos

• Gear fails and gear wins

• Audience challenges and organization tips

• A cook set review, notebook talk, and more

Listen in, laugh along, and rethink what’s in your bag.

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCBagDump #GearTalk #ArcLighters #FirstAidKit #KnifeCommunity #EDCOrganization #PrepperLite #PocketDump #CanadianEDC #GearNerds #MultitoolOrg #EDCDiscussion #PodcastLife

Join Grant, Abe, and Inky for another episode of EDC‑TV — a mix of gear talk, knife culture, unexpected stories, and the kind of friendly banter that only comes from years of shared experience. This episode dives into everything from classic Benchmade and Victorinox designs to surprising review samples, real‑world tool performance, and the quirks of the EDC community.

You’ll hear the hosts trade stories, debate knife grinds, reminisce about old forum legends, and laugh their way through the kind of moments that make this show feel like hanging out with friends. Whether you’re deep into everyday carry or just enjoy authentic conversations about tools, design, and the culture around them, this episode delivers insight, humour, and plenty of personality.

Themes:

• Knife design and EDC gear preferences

• Surprising real‑world tool performance

• Community stories and shared history

• The art of storytelling in the EDC world

• Friendship, banter, and behind‑the‑scenes chemistry

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCCommunity #KnifeEnthusiast #GearTalk #Multitools #OutdoorLife #KnifeCulture #PodcastLife

Join Grant, Abe, and Inky for another episode of EDC‑TV — a mix of gear talk, knife culture, unexpected stories, and the kind of friendly banter that only comes from years of shared experience. This episode dives into everything from classic Benchmade and Victorinox designs to surprising review samples, real‑world tool performance, and the quirks of the EDC community.

You’ll hear the hosts trade stories, debate knife grinds, reminisce about old forum legends, and laugh their way through the kind of moments that make this show feel like hanging out with friends. Whether you’re deep into everyday carry or just enjoy authentic conversations about tools, design, and the culture around them, this episode delivers insight, humour, and plenty of personality.

Themes:

• Knife design and EDC gear preferences

• Surprising real‑world tool performance

• Community stories and shared history

• The art of storytelling in the EDC world

• Friendship, banter, and behind‑the‑scenes chemistry

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCCommunity #KnifeEnthusiast #GearTalk #Multitools #OutdoorLife #KnifeCulture #PodcastLife

In this episode of EDC‑TV, Grant, Inky, and Abe dive deep into the world of EDC bags, functional art, and the gear we carry every day. What starts as a simple bag discussion quickly turns into a full‑blown exploration of knife design, brand philosophy, durability, and why some tools become lifelong companions while others end up in the junk drawer.

From Maxpedition organizers to vintage leather pouches, from CountyComm classics to MEC legends like the Clutter Sack and Weeping Wall, the crew breaks down what makes a great everyday carry bag — and why organization, durability, and real‑world usability matter more than marketing hype.

Along the way, the guys review knives ranging from a $10 Schrade to Benchmade’s new Undercurrent, debate designer lineage, and unpack the visceral, artistic appeal of knife collecting. Expect honest opinions, gear‑nerd deep dives, and plenty of laughs as the team shares stories from boating, winter carry, emergency response, and decades of real‑world use.

If you love knives, bags, preparedness, or just enjoy listening to passionate gearheads talk shop, this episode delivers.

#EDCTV #EverydayCarry #EDCBags #Maxpedition #KnifeTalk #BladeMagazine #GearReview #FunctionalArt #KnifeCollectors #PocketDump #TacticalGear #EDCCommunity #EDCSetup #OutdoorGear #Preparedness #GearNerds #KnivesDaily #EDCPouch #SurvivalGear #PodcastLife #YouTubePodcast #SpotifyPodcast