What equipment do you carry every day?

[mscott327]

What do you carry on a daily basis?
For example: I carry a
Glock 30
Crossbreed super tuck deluxe with j clips
Remington Golden Saber 185 grain brass jacketed hollow point 45 auto

I don't carry any extra mags or lights. I'm just curious to see what everyone carries on a daily basis.

[JHC]

G19 in FIST IWB or AIWB
one spare mag minimum (RCS single pouch), usually two (2nd one in a pocket)
124 gr +P Win PDX1, or 127 grain +P+ Ranger or 124 gr +P HST or 124 gr +P Gold Dot
generally but always at night - Surefire light
a folder, or Crucible or Uzula
rarely a BUG (jframe or G26)

[JDM]

Smith and Wesson M&Pf 9mm 18+1 Speer Gold Dot JHP 124+P concealed AIWB in a CCC Shaggy

Reload is carried in a Desbiens Reverse Cant Magazine Pouch.

Surefire LX2 Lumamax with the pocket clip from an E2D.

Surefire Pen III.

Benchmade folder or Kershaw folder

On a Wilderness TI five stitch.

[seabiscuit]

Glock 26 in Alabama Holster Company Clipper, spare mag in Cane and Derby SSL mag carrier, Winchester PDX1 124gr+P. Wilderness 5 stitch instructor's belt.

CRKT M16-14SFG, wallet, phone.

[mscott327]

Interesting. I'm going to wait for a few more responses before I decide what else I'm adding to my EDC arsenal.

[JConn]

I'll play, currently:

Gen 3 Glock 19 15+1 in bladetech nano
Spare 17 mag in ready tactical single mag pouch
All rounds winchester pdx1 124 +p Jhp
Surefire E1b
Leatherman skeletool cx
Wilderness 5 stitch belt

(Going to switch ready tactical pouch for ccc pouch ASAP)

[JodyH]

H&K P2000Sk loaded with 10+1 Winchester Ranger T 127gr. +P+ (or occasionally a Kahr K9 loaded with 7+1 Federal 124gr. HST)
Highnoon Hideaway horsehide AIWB
Rafter-S sharkskin belt

SOG Access Card 2.0 knife (clipped to RF pocket)
Surefire E1 (in RF pocket)
Saddleback Leather small wallet (in LF pocket)
Motorola Atrix in a Saddleback Leather sleeve (in LF pocket)

[LOKNLOD]

"Everyday" for me includes a lot of days on the job where guns are verboten and whether it's right or wrong, risk of losing my ability to support my family due to getting outed is much higher than getting, er, having to shoot some dirtbag. We are about to move to an area where my assessment of those two risks changes, however.

So, "everyday" I always have, in pants pockets:
Benchmade Griptillian, clipped right front
Streamlight PT-1L, clipped left front
janitor grade set of keys, front right pocket
Gerber Multi-tool (forget which model), in it's pouch, front left pocket
iPhone in otterbox, usually jammed in the top of one of those pockets
Wallet, right rear.
Retractable ID badge holder that is strong enough to double as a garrote? :p

When the shirt comes untucked, I change to a wilderness 5-stitch frequent flier belt, add a HK P30 in a CCC Shaggy at about 12:30, and a DGL reverse cant pouch at about 11:00 with another 15 rd mag of 147g Gold Dots.

[ubervic]

H&K P2000Sk loaded with 10+1 Winchester Ranger T 127gr. +P+ (or occasionally a Kahr K9 loaded with 7+1 Federal 124gr. HST)
Highnoon Hideaway horsehide AIWB
Rafter-S sharkskin belt

SOG Access Card 2.0 knife (clipped to RF pocket)
Surefire E1 (in RF pocket)
Saddleback Leather small wallet (in LF pocket)
Motorola Atrix in a Saddleback Leather sleeve (in LF pocket)

The Saddleback gear is cool, and I'm a fan.

[DonovanM]

OC spray (am I the only one?), knife (Spy Endura 4), gun (SIG P226). Rarely another mag or my light (Fenix PD30).

[theblacknight]

MP9
MTAC
comptac belt

[LtDave]

SIG P229R DAK in .40 with Winchester Ranger 180 gr bonded JHP
CompTac Infidel Kydex IWB holster
Spare mag in a DeSantis FTU mag pouch

[ToddG]

Wallet with ID, carry permits, health insurance, car insurance, family credit card, two business credit cards, Chipotle gift card, Caribou Coffee gift card
Money clip, preferably with money
Key ring
Car fob
4Sevens Quark 123 Tactical flashlight
Cell phone
Ultra-cool pre-logo Comp-Tac kydex business card holder, preferably with business cards
edited to add: Surefire pen
gun with bullets in holster
spare magazine with bullets in pouch
knife

[mscott327]

Other than the obvious, why do you carry a flashlight? I would have never thought to carry one.

[ToddG]

Other than the obvious, why do you carry a flashlight? I would have never thought to carry one.

It was beat into my head from the very first pistol class I ever took, if you carry a gun you should carry a light and a knife.

I use my knife almost every day. I use my flashlight multiple times per week. My gun... not so much. :cool:

[BWT]

It was beat into my head from the very first pistol class I ever took, if you carry a gun you should carry a light and a knife.

I use my knife almost every day. I use my flashlight multiple times per week. My gun... not so much. :cool:

That last line, honestly, is why I also think people should EDC a knife, not just for self-defense, I've carried a knife pretty much everywhere for the last 6 years... they're just useful. Can't shoot the loose strings off of something, or shoot an apple into slices, cut rope (Alright... I don't cut rope), etc, they're good to have.

ETA:

Forgot,

Keys, Knife, Wallet, DW CBOB 1911 in a Comp-Tac Spartan, Wilderness Tactical 1.5'' belt, two spare mag carrier from Comp-Tac, cell phone. That's about all the crap I carry.

[Argus]

Keys
Wallet. In addition to the usual stuff, I have some band aids and a couple feet of duct tape wrapped around an old credit card in my wallet
Cell phone (Casio C771 ruggedized smartphone)
Either a G26 or G19 in a CT Infidel
Spare G17 magazine
Either a Benchmade Mini Griptilian or Mini Barrage
Gerber EAB
Leatherman Juice CS3
Surefire E1B
Keychain pepper spray (Fox Labs)
Fisher space pen
Bic lighter
Altoids gum tin containing things like Benadryl, Tylenol, a pair of tweezers, safety pins, etc
handkerchief


Yes, cargo pants are a good thing.

[JDM]

Oh yeah. Since about a month ago, I added, if only temporarily, a Surefire Pen III. Thanks Tom. I knew I had forgotten something.

ETA: The flashlight? Well, rule #whatever is, know your target, and what is beyond. How the hell am I supposed to know my target after 2100 if I don't have a flashlight?

[mscott327]

Oh yeah. Since about a month ago, I added, if only temporarily, a Surefire Pen III. Thanks Tom. I knew I had forgotten something.

ETA: The flashlight? Well, rule #whatever is, know your target, and what is beyond. How the hell am I supposed to know my target after 2100 if I don't have a flashlight?

good point! It's funny, I guess I was to vague when I asked what you carry...I already assumed that everyone carried a wallet, keys and phone.
It looks like I need to add a knife and light to my EDC arsenal. I use a fobus GL4 LH holster and mag carrier for IDPA. I think I need to order a crossbreed mag carrier to do along with my supertuck deluxe.

[JHC]

Other than the obvious, why do you carry a flashlight? I would have never thought to carry one.

Surefire E2 Defender as an impact weapon for non-lethal options

[mscott327]

Surefire E2 Defender as an impact weapon for non-lethal options

JHC,

very good point. I was thinking along those lines.

[vcdgrips]

Creds
Fully charged cell phone x2 ( Mine and the G's)
Combo money clip/wallet
Spyderco Wave Endura
Swiss Army Knife
Small OC
Quark 4 Sevens Flashlight (Mode 1-Strobe/Mode 2-Turbo)
G35 or G34 in a Shaggy or Keepers Kydex AIWB
1 Spare Mag in CCC BMC or Alabama Holster Compant IWB Pouch
Pen/Moleskine Brand small notebook
Wrist Watch

[irishshooter]

EDC:

- around my neck is my CCW badge
- also most days have the CCW sash on under my t-shirt as well just in case my shirt is torn off with my CCW badge. want people to know i am THE good guy
- my right front pocket is an empty Pringles container full of .22lr ammo
- left front pocket is crammed full of loose cigarettes for potential bartering scenarios as a non violent encounter escape plan(also good to smoke 'em to scare people off)
- both back pockets are full of small fixed blade knives, blade up position for quick access
- Camelback full of a protein shake with extra whey protein
- lastly i carry a Derringer Cobra and a .22lr conversion High Point pistol in a Miami Galco shoulder rig

[fuse]

EDC:

- around my neck is my CCW badge
- also most days have the CCW sash on under my t-shirt as well just in case my shirt is torn off with my CCW badge. want people to know i am THE good guy
- my right front pocket is an empty Pringles container full of .22lr ammo
- left front pocket is crammed full of loose cigarettes for potential bartering scenarios as a non violent encounter escape plan(also good to smoke 'em to scare people off)
- both back pockets are full of small fixed blade knives, blade up position for quick access
- Camelback full of a protein shake with extra whey protein
- lastly i carry a Derringer Cobra and a .22lr conversion High Point pistol in a Miami Galco shoulder rig

Lol'd, would read again.

[DonovanM]

- lastly i carry a Derringer Cobra and a .22lr conversion High Point pistol in a Miami Galco shoulder rig

I'm calling BS, they don't make those!

[WyoXd]

Normal day (at work):

Carpenter style jeans
Wilderness 5 stitch belt
Pager-left hip
Work key ring-right hip
Cell phone-left leg pocket
Chapstick - left front pocket
Wallet - left back pocket
Surefire G2 and pen - right leg pocket
Spyderco Delica 4 clipped on right front pocket
Vehicle keys - right front pocket
USB flash drive - watch pocket
Pocket book - back right pocket
Cheap watch - left wrist
Paracord bracelet - right wrist

After work:

Dump pager( unless on call) and work keys
G17 in a Ctac- behind right hip
Spare mag in Kytexgear pouch on left hip

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[LittleLebowski]

Gen4 Glock 19 in Shaggy AIWB. CCC mag carrier with spare mag. Novatac light. Buck Strider pocketknife (I know it sucks but it's all I have).

[JAD]

At work
Blackberry
iPhone
Folder; usually a Bob Lum Spyderco
money and wallet
Pen (usually a green Pilot)
Badge

I have at least one pistol and often a rifle in the car. I have flashlights (mostly Surefire 6Ps) in my desk, coat, and car. I usually have my car key in my pocket and most of my other keys on my desk.

After work and weekends, I drop the 'berry, and most typically add a Lightweight Commander in a Milt Sparks Executive Companion, plus a spare mag in a Kramer or Sparks pouch. If it's chilly enough I'll add a coat, which lets me carry my light and full key set.

[Lon]

At work on my belt or in pockets:

P226 w/20 rd mecgar mag and two 18 rd mec gars
Taser
Asp
2 pair cuffs
2 folder knives
Multi tool
Rubber gloves
Kahr CW9 cut down to Covert size as BUG
SF 6P
BOK
Fenix PD20 R5

In my duty bag:
2 extra flashlights
Custom tomahawk/crash axe thing

In OSB (oh shit bag):
MICH
Maxpedition Manta with:
4 extra mags for patrol rifle
Smoke grenade
Another, bigger BOK
Several tools
Strider fixed blade

Off duty:
P6 (P225) in my own custom kydex IWB holster stoked with 124+P GDs (duty ammo)
Extra mag
Fenix PD20
Some sort of folder
iPhone
Credentials
Money holder wallet

[DonovanM]

Kahr CW9 cut down to Covert size as BUG

I'd love to see pics of this if you get a chance.

[CWE]

My EDC:

Wilderness Five Stitch Instructors Belt 1.75"
Glock 19 3rd Gen
Speer LE 124gr JHP's
Comptac MTAC Holster
Buck Strider Folding Knife
Streamlight Stylus Pro - GREAT little light, use it multiple times, everyday
Carabiner with Keys
Maxpedition Micro Wallet
Casio G-Shock OD Watch
Android Phone
Leatherman Wave - I only carry this if im in cargos, no good place to put it in regular jeans

I'm looking at different mag carriers right now to try out. Definatly need to get a spare mag on my belt.

[Lon]

I'd love to see pics of this if you get a chance.

Ask and ye shall receive.....

This is the holster I made for it. It looks weird, but it's a holster that keeps teh BUG upright in the side BDU pocket of my uniform pants. Zip the zipper and no one ever knows its there. The wings get caught in the pocket and keep the holster in place when you pull on the gun. One of these days I'll make a refined version of the holster that doesn't look like crap, but it works and that's all that matters to me.

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n5/xpd54/DSC_0104.jpg

Here's the gun. I took it to my brother's shop and got all technical. I set a PM9 down on top of it and took a silver Sharpie and marked where the bottom of the PM9 grip was in relation to the CW9 grip. Then I took it home, unloaded it, and put it on the scroll saw. Left it a little long and then finished it with the beltsander and sand paper. My only Complaint with Kahr's is all the sharp edges, especially in the grooves on the rear of the slide, the bottom corner of the slide and the corners of the slide release. With my Thumbs forward grip it actually tore a bunch of skin off my thumb when I first shot it (I'm used to riding the thumb safety on a 1911). SOOOO, I took the slide to the belt sander and then touched it up in other areaswith some scotchbrite and some sand paper and then put the slide stop on the belt sander to break the edges. Once again, I go for function over appearance. If I ever sell the gun I'll probably have to blast the slide and replace the slide stop, but oh well.

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n5/xpd54/DSC_0106.jpg

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n5/xpd54/DSC_0109.jpg

[JRCHolsters]

A good old Mercator K55K knife (no big deal if I lose it)
Fisher space pen and fire-steel on my keychain
Surefire Aviator
What ever gun/holster/belt combo that suits my needs for the day.

[WyoXd]

My EDC:
famous187

I'm looking at different mag carriers right now to try out. Definatly need to get a spare mag on my belt.

Take a look at Kytexgear. They have some great CCW type mag pouches with awesome pricing.


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[DonovanM]

Ask and ye shall receive.....

This is the holster I made for it. It looks weird, but it's a holster that keeps teh BUG upright in the side BDU pocket of my uniform pants. Zip the zipper and no one ever knows its there. The wings get caught in the pocket and keep the holster in place when you pull on the gun. One of these days I'll make a refined version of the holster that doesn't look like crap, but it works and that's all that matters to me.

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n5/xpd54/DSC_0104.jpg

Here's the gun. I took it to my brother's shop and got all technical. I set a PM9 down on top of it and took a silver Sharpie and marked where the bottom of the PM9 grip was in relation to the CW9 grip. Then I took it home, unloaded it, and put it on the scroll saw. Left it a little long and then finished it with the beltsander and sand paper. My only Complaint with Kahr's is all the sharp edges, especially in the grooves on the rear of the slide, the bottom corner of the slide and the corners of the slide release. With my Thumbs forward grip it actually tore a bunch of skin off my thumb when I first shot it (I'm used to riding the thumb safety on a 1911). SOOOO, I took the slide to the belt sander and then touched it up in other areaswith some scotchbrite and some sand paper and then put the slide stop on the belt sander to break the edges. Once again, I go for function over appearance. If I ever sell the gun I'll probably have to blast the slide and replace the slide stop, but oh well.

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n5/xpd54/DSC_0106.jpg

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n5/xpd54/DSC_0109.jpg

Very nice! Thanks for the pics. I love seeing this kind of work. It sounds like a much more pleasant gun to shoot.

I haven't done much outside of some grip modifications and trigger work to either of my SIGs, but I did DIY a CCC Shaggy and it looks like crap also. I've been wearing it every day for the past 6 months though so it's not all bad. Haven't gotten around to redoing it either... one of these days.

[JeffJ]

G34 in CCC Shaggy with loop made by me to match belt and straddle belt loops
Crossbreed belt
Spare mag in back pocket
Maratec aaa flashlight
Some kind of folder
Keys
Cell phone
Wallet

I'd really like to add a BUG but it'll have to be in a rear pocket holster to fit my dress needs I think so I'm still just looking into that

[Chuck Haggard]

Off-duty;

Typically a Glock 19, sometimes a 17, in an IWB holster
Two extra mags, G17 mags with Glock OEM +2 base pads
A couple of knives, currently a ZT 0200ST and either a Spyderco or a TDI knife on the weak side (or my other strong side for people who get offended by my use of the term "weak side")
S&W 642 either on my ankle or in a pocket, depending on mode of dress
A couple of Speed Strips
Flashlight, mostly an E2e with a TNVC LED replacement head (which came in VERY handy recently when we were out at a Dave and Busters and the lights went out in the entire area during a thunder storm, D&B is a cave with the lights off, especially when the emergency lights fail, which they did, I was the only guy with a light in the whole building, and near as I could tell in the whole shopping area)
Badge on either a belt clip or neck chain, and police ID

[willowofwisp]

Outside of work.

M&P 9c in a raven phantom
extra m&p mag in a raven mag carrier
Wallet
EVO 4g
Surefire LX2
Strider SnG tanto
Seiko orange monster.

[TGS]

I can't carry outside my residence unless I go over to PA, but when I do its:

HK P2000 v3 9mm with Federal 147gr +p HST's
1.5" Leather gun belt(been using a Galco, waiting for my horsehide Beltman to come in)
CCC Looper AIWB(going to buy a Shaggy as soon as he opens up again)
4Sevens Quark 123 Tactical R5 with clip in my front left pocket
Rayban Wayfarers(you gotta look like you're in Reservoir Dogs if you're going to carry a gun :p )

I've been looking for a mag pouch that I'd like. I want leather, with a body shield, but OWB and I haven't found one like that yet. So I currently don't carry a spare mag. With the rash of shootings that Philly has had in the recent 2 weeks, not to mention the flash mobs that were going on over the summer, I will throw my Kahr P380 in my right pocket with a Desantis Nemesis in addition to the P2000 while in the city which is every week for me.

When I'm around the house, I'll either wear the P2000 or the P380. I spend a lot of time in the house nowadays since I'm going to school full-time online. Otherwise the only time I carry is in PA as I mentioned, which will usually last 4-6 hours at the most. Sounds like a lot of you guys carry all day long, literally sun-up to sun-down. My AIWB rig isn't comfy enough to do that, I'll say that much. 4-6 hours seems to be the limit if I'm driving/sitting a lot.

[CCK]

I carry a satchel, manbag, purse. what ever you want to call it I don't care.

Inside my bag,
Extra G17 mag,
Benchmade vex
Surefire E2D
Keys
Wallet
Moneyclip
Sunglasses
phone charger
comb

ON me at work:
Glock 19 in a RCS ghost.

ON me after work
Glock 26 in AIWB holster.


Chris

[JohnN]

HK P30
CCC Shaggy
Kytex mag pouch
4Sevens Quark 123 Tactical
Foster mood altering tool
Benchmade AFCK

187

[karmapolice]

Work:
S&W M&P40 FS in a safariland Model 6360
Two Magazines in my duty mag pouch
ASP Baton
Saber OC Spray
Radio
Streamlight Stinger flash light(issued trying to switch to a surefire have to check SOP)
Two pairs of S&W handcuffs
Thats just my duty belt other stuff is kept on me like a bug and other stuff in my duty bagand of course vest etc.

Off Duty:
S&W M&P9 or40 FS with Surefire X300 in Secret City Weaponeers Y-12tl holster
Spare Magazine in a Secret City Weaponeers mag holster
Benchmade Triage knife and/or a ZT 350
Iphone, wallet, keys, id/badge etc.
Sometimes I carry a Surefire E1B light on my person but always hav handheld lights in my POV's
Wear a VTAC cobra riggers belt which is good but want to order a Jones Tactical one soon so I don't have the dring attachment point and he is local awesome guy.

picture of off duty main set up:
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6118/6224639530_f6364446cb_b.jpg

[Gadfly]

On duty:
Sig 229 DAK .40 (issued) in a Bianch auto-lock holster. (90% of the time I am in jeans and an un-tucked polo shirt.)
1 spare mag in single pouch.
Cuffs.

Glock 26 with NY1 trigger in ankle rig. with 10 round flush mag.
1 spare 15 round mag in ankle rig on opposite leg.
Surefire E2e light.
Kershaw blur knife w/ tanto point.

Off duty:
I ditch the first three items and carry the rest.
If I am in shorts, I front pocket carry or use a crossbreed supertuck for the Glock 26.

I am never without the Glock except in bed or in the pool...

[dstocum]

Always:
Two sets car & house keys
Leatherman Skeletool
Lamy Safari (fountain pen)
Small Clairefontaine notebook
Cell phone
Wallet
MP3 player
Streamlight Protac 1AA LED flashlight
Cold Steel Safe Maker II

When I'm not on campus I also carry:
Kimber 5" 1911
Blade-Tech OWB holster if I'm wearing a jacket
Comp-Tac MTAC holster if I'm wearing a t-shirt or sweatshirt outer layer
Two spare mags in dual mag carrier OWB

I'll be switching to my Gen 4 Glock 17 w/ Surefire X300 sometime this week, with the same basic holster/mag carrier setup.

[NickA]

Glock 19 or 17, currently in a Cane and Derby Pardus AIWB, waiting on a Shaggy. Before that Concealco IWB strong side.
Fenix LD10, clipped to LF pocket-great little light, uses one AA and can be set to High>Strobe by tightening the head. My 4-yr. oldhas proven it tough by repeatedly dropping it on concrete.
In LF pocket- wallet and Leatherman Micra I've had forever.
ZT 0350 clipped to RF pocket, Victorinox Pioneer and loose change in the pocket
Spare G17 mag in Kytex holder at 9:00 sometimes. Love the Kytex gear; it's low profile and you can get 2 or 3 of them for the cost of most mag pouches.
Zebra F-701-poor man's tactical pen
EVO 4G on belt,left side
Keys on a carabiner with a little strap thing clipped to belt loop so they hang either in RH front or right rear pocket.

Like everyone else the flashlight, micra and pen get used way more than the gun, though there was a great Simpson's episode about that:cool:
Everything's about to be in total disarray as I adjust to AIWB and the EVO (which I just got as a hand-me-down from the wife). It gets in the way of my spare mag and the Fenix digs into the botton of it when sitting, so it needs to move, probably to the RH side.
Also would love to add OC spray if I can find a good way to carry it, and looking at a small fixed blade to be carried around 11:00 which may or may not replace the ZT folder. Or I may get a different folder and carry it on the left side...or all of the above...or...you get the picture. Maybe I need a man bag.

[JDM]

Aside from the switch to AIWB this spring, I have been carrying the same basic set up in the same place and the same way for 6 years- full size gun, spare mag, light, knife, pen. Once you decide what you need, it gets a lot easier to ALWAYS have it, especially if it's carried the same way, in the same place, all the time.

-Buy the best reviewed, highest quality, best designed stuff you can find.

-Become intimately familiar with it. That is, play with it, fondle it, have it around you all the time.

-Train with it. Take a class or two, and beat the shit out of what you're (potentially) betting your life on. Make sure it works, and works well.

-Quit switching shit around. Find what works, and stick with it.

If you find something that drastically improves your shooting/stabbing/writing/whatever, adopt it, but don't confuse novelty with improvement. Make sure of what you're switching to.

[irishshooter]

but don't confuse novelty with improvement. Make sure of what you're switching to.

great statement

[mscott327]

the best reviewed, highest quality, best designed stuff you can find.

-Become intimately familiar with it. That is, play with it, fondle it, have it around you all the time.

-Train with it. Take a class or two, and beat the shit out of what you're (potentially) betting your life on. Make sure it works, and works well.

-Quit switching shit around. Find what works, and stick with it.

If you find something that drastically improves your shooting/stabbing/writing/whatever, adopt it, but don't confuse novelty with improvement. Make sure of what you're switching to.

I couldn't agree more.

[Nephrology]

Always carry a Streamlight PT 1L and a Benchmade griptilian regardless of weather. Gun and mag vary by season mostly so that they work with the clothes that I wear. In the wintertime I move up to the G17 and a holster that gives me a little more space off my body so I can get a good draw on the gun while wearing thick gloves. All pistols are charged with 124gr +P Gold Dots.

Summer (hot weather) -
G26, IWB with Comp-Tac MTAC
Spare g19 mag bianchi IWB magpouch

Fall/Spring (cool weather) -

G19 w/ Streamlight TLR1, RCS Phantom OWB holster sometimes IWB in the same MTAC.
1 spare mag, comptac OWB mag holder

Winter (Cold to very cold weather here in New England)-
G17 RTF w/ TLR1 OWB in a comp-tac belt holster
2 spare mags , comptac mag pouch

Keys wallet phone. etc.

[texasaggie2005]

-M&P45C w/ AmeriGlo Bowie Operator sights in a Cane & Derby AIWB
-Spare 8rd magazine in a homemade pocket holster, front left pocket
-Benchmade Griptillian & minimal key chain, front right
-Benchmade combat folder, back left
-Wallet, back right
-Droid X2 on belt, 9:00

[JDM]

For those that don't carry a light every day, why don't you?

[texasaggie2005]

For those that don't carry a light every day, why don't you?

This is probably a lame answer, but it's my truth. Since I am rather new to the daily carry concept, I'm spending my time and limited money on improving my pistolcraft. I do plan on incorporating a light in the near future though.

Edited to add; Like doctorpogo below, I do have lights within easy reach at home, vehicles and in my briefcase. Just not on me.

[JAD]

For those that don't carry a light every day, why don't you?
I'm not usually far from one. I carry one when I run, there's one in the stroller, one in the desk, one in each car, etc. I've also never found a pouch I completely loved with a tailcap light.

[DonovanM]

For those that don't carry a light every day, why don't you?

I have nowhere to put it. I know I should carry one, but I think it's just north of the threshold of an acceptable amount of stuff to cram in my pockets. Nothing is ever going to get mounted to my belt other than a gun or a mag. It's just never gonna happen. Too much of a pain to get on and off, and the amount of time I spend out at night or in darkened areas is close to inconsequential.

[Savage Hands]

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/e9bccdc1.jpg

And a Nitecore Extreme R2 if I need a light

[ubervic]

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/e9bccdc1.jpg

And a Nitecore Extreme R2 if I need a light

Nice gear. Looks like a Dale Fricke horizontal mag pouch that you've got there. I have one and like it a lot---it hides well, and drawing the mag (along the horizontal plane) seems more natural and requires less contortion than that from an upright pouch.

[Savage Hands]

It's easier for me to conceal :)

[JodyH]

Why does everyone else's gear look all shiny and new?
Mine looks like it's been drug behind a car (except the knife because it's a week old).

http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p82/JodyHuggins/ccw-1.jpg

[Savage Hands]

Why does everyone else's gear look all shiny and new?
Mine looks like it's been drug behind a car (except the knife because it's a week old).





I've only been able to carry in California 11 months so far :o

[MD7305]

Off-Duty:
Glock 23 w/ CCC Shaggy
Comp-Tac Reload
Spyderco Delica Wave
Streamlight ProTac-1L
Creds
Droid
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v141/doughnut/EDC002.jpg

On-Duty:
Sig 229 w/Safariland 070SSIII
Safariland Mag Pouch
ASP 26" Baton
Streamlight Strion
Motorola Portable Radio
ASP Cuffs
DefTec OC
-to also include the above Spyderco Delica Wave and Streamlight ProTac-1L
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v141/doughnut/EDC003.jpg

[JAD]

Why does everyone else's gear look all shiny and new?
I recently failed to accurately count the number of times my Kimber's been refinished.
200
(the holster was new at the time of the photo)

[EricP]

Doctorpogo, what kind of knife is that?

[Lon]

Doctorpogo, what kind of knife is that?

Looks like a Spyderco LUM.
http://www.knifeworks.com/spydercolumchinesefoldertitaniumhandlevg10plainedg e.aspx

[JodyH]

Looks like a Spyderco LUM.
Looks like an Al Mar to me.

[JAD]

Looks like a Spyderco LUM.
http://www.knifeworks.com/spydercolumchinesefoldertitaniumhandlevg10plainedg e.aspx
Ding. My second; the original leaf-green anodized one with a bright blade is somewhere in my ex-wife's house. Y'all go on ahead in there, I'll wait in the car.

The watch, for those geeks, is a Cartier Roadster. It's good and d1cked up too, to the original point of my post.

[s0nspark]

gun with bullets in holster
spare magazine with bullets in pouch


When I first read that I thought "he's carrying those bullets all wrong!" ;-p

[theblacknight]

Rant time.

Gun guys get very nerdy and unrealistic when it comes to stuff. They put all these self imposed rules on themselves and others, which end up being stupid and unpractical. You can tell this with all the "EDC" videos everyone does. The fact you even have a acronym for the stuff you have with you everyday is retarded. They have a gun,a backup gun, extra mags for the 1st gun, and extra moon clips for the 2nd. They have a flashlight, a weapons mounted light, back up batteries for both, and huge smart fone in a Mr Middle Age phone holster,extra backup prepay fone incase the 1st one takes a dive, a couple non lethal options, a key fob spy camera, and AR waiting in the truck, and god know all the crap hanging off of it. Because you know, one is none,slow is smooth,but somehow also fast as well,bring all your friends who have guns etc etc etc. People don't even notice your glock hat. Nor do they care. That shoot me first vest dosent mean anything to them.Only to you, because you shoot IDPA and cruise the youtubes checking out other people everyday batman belt.

[Dropkick]

Rant time.

Gun guys get very nerdy and unrealistic when it comes to stuff. They put all these self imposed rules on themselves and others, which end up being stupid and unpractical. You can tell this with all the "EDC" videos everyone does. The fact you even have a acronym for the stuff you have with you everyday is retarded. They have a gun,a backup gun, extra mags for the 1st gun, and extra moon clips for the 2nd. They have a flashlight, a weapons mounted light, back up batteries for both, and huge smart fone in a Mr Middle Age phone holster,extra backup prepay fone incase the 1st one takes a dive, a couple non lethal options, a key fob spy camera, and AR waiting in the truck, and god know all the crap hanging off of it. Because you know, one is none,slow is smooth,but somehow also fast as well,bring all your friends who have guns etc etc etc. People don't even notice your glock hat. Nor do they care. That shoot me first vest dosent mean anything to them.Only to you, because you shoot IDPA and cruise the youtubes checking out other people everyday batman belt.

Tell us how you really feel.
;)

[MechEng]

I usually keep my EDC stuff fairly simple because I can't stand a lot of crap in my pockets. A H&K P30 carried AIWB, spare mag, car/house keys, cell phone and a simple CRKT or Spyderco knife. I have a very small LED light on my key ring that runs on a single AAA. I picked it up as SWAG from a work convention a few years ago and it seams indestructible.

[MDS]

[…]They have a gun,a backup gun, extra mags for the 1st gun, and extra moon clips for the 2nd. They have a flashlight, a weapons mounted light, back up batteries for both, and huge smart fone in a Mr Middle Age phone holster,extra backup prepay fone incase the 1st one takes a dive, a couple non lethal options, a key fob spy camera, and AR waiting in the truck, and god know all the crap hanging off of it.

Dude. You forgot the pocket-sized book of 2A quotes.

Seriously, though, I am always in the process of figuring out what-all goes in my pockets. For example, I'm trying to work out a way to carry my paper and electronics in a waterproof way, so I can be impervious to the constant SoFla rain. A little planning goes a long way, but no way am I trying to have a plan for every conceivable situation. Knife and light are useful enough, often enough, that I keep them on me. I switch wallets and phones when I find a lower-drag option. That's all I carry, but it's funny how with a little creativity I seem to be more prepared, day to day, than some buddies who cart around 10 pounds of specialized stuff...

[s0nspark]

Rant time.

Gun guys get very nerdy and unrealistic when it comes to stuff. They put all these self imposed rules on themselves and others, which end up being stupid and unpractical. You can tell this with all the "EDC" videos everyone does. The fact you even have a acronym for the stuff you have with you everyday is retarded. They have a gun,a backup gun, extra mags for the 1st gun, and extra moon clips for the 2nd. They have a flashlight, a weapons mounted light, back up batteries for both, and huge smart fone in a Mr Middle Age phone holster,extra backup prepay fone incase the 1st one takes a dive, a couple non lethal options, a key fob spy camera, and AR waiting in the truck, and god know all the crap hanging off of it. Because you know, one is none,slow is smooth,but somehow also fast as well,bring all your friends who have guns etc etc etc. People don't even notice your glock hat. Nor do they care. That shoot me first vest dosent mean anything to them.Only to you, because you shoot IDPA and cruise the youtubes checking out other people everyday batman belt.

I think this is definitely a phase many go through - well, some don't seem to come out the other side, but still...

I personally tend toward the geeky side of things that interest me and enjoy researching new things and am always looking to improve both myself and, as I can, the gear I carry. The balancing factor for me is usually practicality with budget being a close second. The practical side of me thinks it far more important to know the gear I carry and be proficient with it than to constantly chase what seems "better"... and the budget-minded part of me really prevents me from buying things just because they are shiny and new :-) Now if I really had money to spare I probably would collect a lot more guns and knives but I don't think it would affect what I carry so much.

Aside from the normal stuff (wallet, keys, phone, pen) I carry a flashlight, two knives (one small pocketknife for general use that will soon be replaced with a multitool of some sort and one larger knife for defensive purposes that stays out of sight), my gun and a spare mag. That being enough for me is based on the personal details of where and how I live, work and play, though, and I would not suggest it is the right mix for everyone.

That said, I think it is a bit overstated to say that only other gun people notice how you dress. More people are being exposed to gun culture now and people do notice brand names. On the few occasions I have worn branded clothing it was noticed and commented upon in a couple of cases. Because I prefer to downplay the fact that I carry, especially around people I do not know, I choose to dress as nondescript as I can. I also think it true to say that the more gear you carry the more noticeable you risk making yourself...

[theblacknight]

Even if someone notices your glock shirt, ok! You shoot glocks. Someone takes notice and says something .What percent of gun owner carry?

You know it's true. Tons of things in life you never notice until your part of the club.

and I guess if you don't carry 2 full size 1911's, you just kidding yourself.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MSi4jjgNwU

[JodyH]

Even if someone notices your glock shirt, ok! You shoot glocks. Someone takes notice and says something .What percent of gun owner carry?

You know it's true. Tons of things in life you never notice until your part of the club.
I only wear H&K shirts.
Only gun polishers and airsofters would wear an H&K shirt.

[s0nspark]

Even if someone notices your glock shirt, ok! You shoot glocks. Someone takes notice and says something .What percent of gun owner carry?

You know it's true. Tons of things in life you never notice until your part of the club.

and I guess if you don't carry 2 full size 1911's, you just kidding yourself.


LOL ... well, okay, I understand your point. I'm just saying I prefer to not communicate I am carrying and from my experience wearing certain kinds of clothing does increase the odds of people at least being curious. Maybe not many people, mind you, but all the same I choose not to risk it. Being asked point blank if you have a gun on you by a new acquaintance is disturbing IMO.

Put simply, I don't want to be singled out - by fellow gun folk or the less noble - and not just because I carry. I'd rather blend in.

$0.02

[TGS]

LOL ... well, okay, I understand your point. I'm just saying I prefer to not communicate I am carrying and from my experience wearing certain kinds of clothing does increase the odds of people at least being curious. Maybe not many people, mind you, but I'm just saying I choose not to take that risk. Being asked point blank if you have a gun on you by a new acquaintance is disturbing IMO.

Put simply, I don't want to be singled out - by fellow gun folk or the less noble - based on how I present myself. Not just because I carry either - I prefer to just blend in.

$0.02

Me personally, I'll admit my reason for not wearing 5.11's, riggers belts, ect is vanity. Plain and simple. I view wearing tactical clothes on the street as the gun version of pocket protectors, or having your underwear labelled with your initials. Or the people that drive around with all sorts of racing auto parts stickers on their Hondas without any actual upgrades. It's got nothing to do being "made".

[ubervic]

Rant time.

Gun guys get very nerdy and unrealistic when it comes to stuff. They put all these self imposed rules on themselves and others, which end up being stupid and unpractical. You can tell this with all the "EDC" videos everyone does. The fact you even have a acronym for the stuff you have with you everyday is retarded. They have a gun,a backup gun, extra mags for the 1st gun, and extra moon clips for the 2nd. They have a flashlight, a weapons mounted light, back up batteries for both, and huge smart fone in a Mr Middle Age phone holster,extra backup prepay fone incase the 1st one takes a dive, a couple non lethal options, a key fob spy camera, and AR waiting in the truck, and god know all the crap hanging off of it. Because you know, one is none,slow is smooth,but somehow also fast as well,bring all your friends who have guns etc etc etc. People don't even notice your glock hat. Nor do they care. That shoot me first vest dosent mean anything to them.Only to you, because you shoot IDPA and cruise the youtubes checking out other people everyday batman belt.

This.

No offense intended to any of our good friends on this board, but we have ALL seen way, way too many YouTube videos posted by tougher-than-thou suburbanites (and other) with all their tough gear, carried in more and more imaginative ways.

*******yawn******

I'd bet $1,000 bucks that most of those braggarts are so caught up in the video-game aspect of outfitting themselves with 'gear,' and that they would freeze-up and truly $hit themselves if ever they were called upon to actually employ even half of the gear that they parade online---you know, the 2 flashlights, the ultra holster, the 4 mag pouches, the Maxpedition wallet, the 2-3 Spyderco knives, the cool cellphone and......wait for it.......the Chapstick. (excuse me while I yawn again......)

[phil_in_cs]

I have to watch what I plan to carry very carefully, as if I plan to carry too much I start leaving bits behind since they weigh too damn much. keys + wallet + pistol + mag + pocket knife + flashlight is a lot to carry in slacks.

[mscott327]

[U] bet $1,000 bucks that most of those braggarts are so caught up in the video-game aspect of outfitting themselves with 'gear,' and that they would freeze-up and truly $hit themselves if ever they were called upon to actually employ even half of the gear that they parade online---you know, the 2 flashlights, the ultra holster, the 4 mag pouches, the Maxpedition wallet, the 2-3 Spyderco knives, the cool cellphone and......wait for it.......the Chapstick. (excuse me while I yawn again......)

Hey, I carry chapstick. :D

[LittleLebowski]

Let's dial back the angst here, gents.

[Tamara]

I carry a 5.11 "push pack", or whatever they call it, for a purse.

The awesomest thing I have in there is the pack of Wet Ones antibacterial handwipes, which are used pretty much daily. These are closely followed by the "camper-sized" roll of Charmin, which has made me The Most Popular Girl On The Roadtrip more than once. Both have seen far more use than than the AirLite .44 Special in the gun compartment.

Also, the hank of paracord has come in handy a few times.

[JeffJ]

I carry a 5.11 "push pack", or whatever they call it, for a purse.

The awesomest thing I have in there is the pack of Wet Ones antibacterial handwipes, which are used pretty much daily. These are closely followed by the "camper-sized" roll of Charmin, which has made me The Most Popular Girl On The Roadtrip more than once. Both have seen far more use than than the AirLite .44 Special in the gun compartment.

Also, the hank of paracord has come in handy a few times.

Good ideas, I recently gave in and got a north face messenger bag as a man purse. I won't carry a gun in there but usually have an extra mag, flashlight, iPad etc. Etc. - I do try to carry the minimum on my person: gun, mag, phone, light, keys, knife, wallet- anything else to get through my tactically intense day of a 10 minute commute and sitting at my desk goes in the bag, which I may or may not take with me to lunch

[Gunfolks]

Glock 27 or 23 - holster depends on attire. Usually custom no name. Federal HST 180 grain JHP and one spare G23 mag.
Kershaw OSO sweet knife
5.11 Tactical leather belt (got a few on closeout)
Olight AAA Titanium flashlight on the keychain. (I dont know the model, but it came bundled in a christmas gift set with an Olight Warrior M20 Light. Its been great.)

Other than that?
Cell Phone
Wallet
Keys
hankercheif
Allergy Eyedrops.

[Chuck Haggard]

Hey, I carry chapstick. :D

Often, me too. Chapped lips sucks in a bad way, especially when you are caught out somewhere for long periods of time.

[ToddG]

Chapped lips sucks in a bad way

http://9x19mm.com/photoalbum/albums/userpics/archer-phrasing.jpg

[Long tom coffin]

I'll play!

-Wallet. Usually with some money, unless my wife raided it while I was sleeping
-Cell phone
-Streamlight PT1AA. I'm looking at upgrading at some point in the future, but so far it has served me quite well.
- SOG Spec Ops with a VG-10 blade. My birthday is coming up and I'm under the impression that I'm getting some high flying Benchmade as a gift
- Gen 4 G19. Vickers slide release, GFA, Ameriglo I-dot Pro's. Glockmeister butt plug. A modified extended mag catch is probably in the short term future
- X Concealment Model C OWB kydex holster, for the 19.
- 2 Spare Mags in an X concealment double mag carrier, 124 gr GD +p
- Wilderness instructor belt, 5 Stitch, in one of varying colors
- Ruger LCR in a pocket holster, front left pocket
- Speed strip of 135 Gr GD short barrel .38, usually in a tuff stuff belt pouch. Also have an IHF one, too
- Glock 26, Alessi ankle holster, inside left leg. Gen 3 with the Idots, vickers stuff, etc.


The lineup will change sometimes depending on manner of dress. If I'm in formal dress, I'll break out the MTAC and one of my beltman belts, and I'll drop one of my spare mags in favor of a comptac IWB pouch. With one or two minor exceptions, I've figured out how to stash almost all of the above on my person no matter what I'm wearing, so the belts and holsters may change, but everything else doesn't. The only time things drastically change is when I'm in the Gym. Then it's the 26 in a Kangaroo holster and the LCR in a pocket, no reloads.

[Mitchell, Esq.]

Glock 19 w/ 2 spare mags or a Glock 26 w/ 3 spare mags (12 rounders).
Mags are usually filled with bullets of some kind or another...
Lagriffe on my keys, sometimes a few additional sypderco knives.
Surefire P-6
Wallet
Adventure Medical Kit with Quick Clot in the coat pocket.
Cell phone & connection to the Hive Mind (bluetooth)

[jetfire]

The only items that I carry every single day are my wallet, my cell phone, and a pen. 95% of the time I'll also have a Spyderco and a flashlight with me. 75% of the time I'll have a gun. Maybe 50% of the time I add an extra mag to that. I'd like to say that my EDC is the same thing all the time, but it's not.

[Tamara]

The only items that I carry every single day are my wallet, my cell phone, and a pen. 95% of the time I'll also have a Spyderco and a flashlight with me. 75% of the time I'll have a gun. Maybe 50% of the time I add an extra mag to that. I'd like to say that my EDC is the same thing all the time, but it's not.

Yeah, but do you carry the pen strong-side or crossdraw? :p

Seriously, though, I think a lot of us who are in a position in life (whether due to job or geography) that allows us to carry a gun honestly and truly every day sometimes forget that not everybody can do that.

[Chipster]

HK P30 LEM V2 w/ Heinie QWIK sights and a cut down slide release (thanks JohnN) in a Alabama Holster 360 (till I get a Shaggy), money clip, IPHONE 4.

In a backpack not to far from me there is usually 2 Glock 9mm's (Robar G17 & G26) , Leupold binocs, camcorder, digital recorder, pens, evidence bags, latex gloves, first aid kit, badge & credentials, and an Emerson CQ7

[jetfire]

Yeah, but do you carry the pen strong-side or crossdraw? :p

Seriously, though, I think a lot of us who are in a position in life (whether due to job or geography) that allows us to carry a gun honestly and truly every day sometimes forget that not everybody can do that.

I carry it in the sleeve pocket on my awesome tactical polos.

I can say that on days where I could legally and logistically carry a gun, I did so 100% of the time.

[JConn]

I can say that on days where I could legally and logistically carry a gun, I did so 100% of the time.

Same. I can't carry to work or to dc or Maryland, where I have to go for work sometimes, but if I can carry I am.

[Kyle Reese]

211

Tomorrow will be a Glock 19 and M249. :D

[SouthNarc]

My EDC right now is a wallet, a Blackberry, and a watch since I'm in an airport.

Guess I'll have to problem solve with software only today.

[joshs]

My EDC right now is a wallet, a Blackberry, and a watch since I'm in an airport.

Guess I'll have to problem solve with software only today.

So you're saying that you didn't get your Omicron Spymaster yet.

[JFK]

Outside of phone keys and pocket knife I just carry a gun and an extra mag. I like to be light.

Because I travel a lot for work and to many un friendly gun states this is my self defense rig on the road. It sits horizontal on my belt, small of the back and is just slightly thicker than the belt it self.

http://gallery.me.com/jaykoller/100171/IMG_0241/web.jpg?ver=13191238070001

http://gallery.me.com/jaykoller/100171/IMG_0242.jpg?derivative=medium&source=web.jpg&type=medium&ver=13191238110001

[jetfire]

My EDC right now is a wallet, a Blackberry, and a watch since I'm in an airport.

Guess I'll have to problem solve with software only today.

This. I spent 100+ days on the road this year, and of those at least 20 of them were in airports.

[Tamara]

My EDC right now is a wallet, a Blackberry, and a watch since I'm in an airport.

Guess I'll have to problem solve with software only today.

Oh, yeah? How are you going to rebuild a small-block Chevy with software? ;)

(Overheard last weekend when I was digging something out of the bottom of my 'tactical purse': "Damn! You could rebuild civilization with the stuff in there!" :D Yeah, I guess I've gotten a little addicted to various pocket tools... :o )

[ToddG]

My EDC right now is a wallet, a Blackberry, and a watch since I'm in an airport.

Guess I'll have to problem solve with software only today.

(1) At least there are never any criminals or terrorists in an airpo... wait a minute!

(2) Most importantly, what watch?


So you're saying that you didn't get your Omicron Spymaster yet.

I owe you dinner. That was outstanding.


Oh, yeah? How are you going to rebuild a small-block Chevy with software? ;)

http://demotivators.despair.com/adaptationdemotivator.jpg

[Tamara]

It is a sad commentary on today's society that I have taken to putting all the various tools in the main compartment of my purse on one of those giant plastic 'biners so that I can "sterilize" the main compartment by yanking one big clinking mass out of there... :o

[mnealtx]

Why do I get the mental picture of a mass of tools the size of a medium grapefruit when you say that? ;)

[Tamara]

Why do I get the mental picture of a mass of tools the size of a medium grapefruit when you say that? ;)

It's more somewhere between a tangerine and a small orange, actually. :o

[mnealtx]

Shoot, I work with a couple guys that have keyrings bigger'n that... :p

[SouthNarc]

Oh, yeah? How are you going to rebuild a small-block Chevy with software? ;)

Uhhh......take your purse?

[Al T.]

Uhhh......take your purse?

Comes with a free hernia. I'm just sayin...... :D

EDC for me is wallet, knife, cell phone, J frame, speed strip, keys and flashlight. Tools further needed are in the dog box on the truck.

[Tamara]

Uhhh......take your purse?

Touche! :D

[Face911]

http://i51.tinypic.com/2v2azhl.jpg

[SmokeJumper]

http://i51.tinypic.com/2v2azhl.jpg

What's the make on that pocket holster? Thanks

[Long tom coffin]

What's the make on that pocket holster? Thanks


From my perspective, that actually looks like a belt slide holster. I don't think the end is tapered enough towards the barrel to be a good pocket holster.


ICBWT

[Chris_S]

http://i.imgur.com/0pNxV.jpg

(Totally a joke, saw this on another site and had to share)

For me it's the usual assortment of wallet, phone, sunglasses, knife, multitool, owwie kit (old Altoid tins are the most useful packaging, ever) and (if my slingpack is with me) IFAK. Between being a shooting noob and having had a hectic year, I still need to do my VA state approved class for a carry license to add the big kid stuff to my EDC list.

[Al T.]

:D

Hangnail, that totally rocks. :cool:

[SmokeJumper]

From my perspective, that actually looks like a belt slide holster. I don't think the end is tapered enough towards the barrel to be a good pocket holster.


ICBWT

I kinda thought that might be the case, but is looks similar to the Alessi pocket holster design, just now quite as deep.

[Face911]

What's the make on that pocket holster? Thanks

It's a Don Hume jitslide belt holster.

[Cosmo M3]

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6105/6281698872_eca7db46de_b.jpg

P2000 V2 LEM 9MM
Speer Gold Dot 147gr 9MM
Comp-Tac MTAC IWB Holster

BlackBerry Bold 9900
Coach Wallet
Keys
Fossil Watch

[Steve m]

work-glock 19, m4

home glock 19 ameriglo sights, extra mag syderco surefire or black hawk flashlight

[BWT]

Updating with my EDC.

Since my Power steering pump and belts decided to sabotage themselves, I've put a new gun on hold.

But, I keep a Ruger LCP in a pocket holster in the car (So when I get out of work), and I carry that pretty much everywhere, I received a ZT 0350 today in the mail, which isn't as big as everyone implied it was, that keys, cell phone and a wallet is about the extent of what I'll carry.

I like the Ruger LCP for pocket carry, It's something I can get out to the car (I can't carry at work), and go to college (can't carry at school), and everything inbetween, I can pickup and throw in the pocket easily.

If I'm out getting the mail, getting coffee creamer from the store early in the morning, whatever. I don't have to go put on pants, jeans or shorts and a shirt that accommodates a handgun a 1.5'' belt, and a 34 ounce Commander length 1911.

I think a full size gun and a single spare magazine are about the only things I'd add, in AIWB.

BOM asked why we don't carry lights. Frankly... I wear a dress shirt and tie to work, and nice pants, in a weapons free corporate office (I carry my knife there, because I frankly just don't care, but, the clip isn't on the outside of the pocket, maybe I'll feel the same way about guns there someday, but, we'll have to see, I need a better pocket holster), I already carry a pile of stuff around everywhere, a Light would be nice but it's just more belt real estate, to be completely honest about it, that and I can't conceal it at work, and 5 days a week I know I'm going to end up somewhere I can't carry a gun every week. Wait 6 days a week. Church, School and Work, so, I carry more these days with an Ruger LCP than I ever have.

Oh, and I better not carry on the Saturdays I'm not at work (I work every other Saturday, but I go to school on the Thursday's I'm off from work, so, 7 days a week every other week, I will without a doubt be in a no-carry zone), in a restaurant that serves alcohol. I mean honestly, I make an effort, I put on a full size gun when I can, but other then that, it's pocket carry alot of places.

So a pen light might be an option, and a handgun out in the car that goes in the pocket or under a leg when in the rough side of town, but that's why I don't carry a light.

I'd like to get something like a Glock with a weapons light on it to leave in the dash.

[HCM]

BWT - Re lights - I have had great results with the Stream light ProTac 1AA a single AA battery LED light. It is a slimmer than my old Surefire e1 - great for shorts and a tee shirt or those times I have to wear a suit at work .... The priice is resonable as well.

[HCM]

On duty:
Sig 229 DAK .40 (issued) in Safariland ALS holster.
1 spare mag and Cuffs in Don Hume combo pouch.
Creds
Pen
Cell phone x2 ( Personal and GOV)
Money clip / card holder
Bandanna (normally wrapped around money clip)
Surefire G2 LED light or Streamlight PT1AA .
Benchmade 527 knife
Glock 26 in ankle rig. with 10 round flush mag.

Off duty:
Glock 26 in either Galco FLETCH pancake or Galco Pocket Holster / Front pocket carry
Creds
Cell phone
Money clip
Streamlight PT1AA .
Benchmade 527 knife

[KeeFus]

On duty:

Blackberry
Creds
Cash (no credit cards etc.)
S&W 442 w/ 110gr SilverTips in Galco ankle glove
Spyderco Delica
Streamlight SL-20...& this:

http://i.imgur.com/G5yhb.jpg (http://imgur.com/G5yhb)

[theblacknight]

I'll just leave this here


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=gje6DganwAM

[ToddG]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=gje6DganwAM

Seriously, someone find out who this dude is. I want to buy him a beer.

[Up1911Fan]

I know this thread is a few month's old, but that beat's every YouTube video i've seen. Put me in line to buy that guy a beer.

[Super J]

Here comes the EDC rap:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRdV1BC1FwQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[LHS]

Wallet
Keys
Knife
Another knife
Leatherman
Light
Gun
Holster
More bullets
Wilderness belt
Another gun
Another holster
More bullets
Cell phone
Work cell
Smile

[farscott]

If I am going to work where weapons are verboten:

1) Dell Latitude E6410 and/or Precision M6600, each in its own briefcase.
2) Small Sebenza
3) Phone
4) Keys for vehicles and residences
5) Wallet with government documents, credit cards, AAA card, debit card, insurance cards
6) Money clip with some cash
6) Employee badge and encrypted USB thumb drive on the company lanyard.
7) Safety glasses with detachable side shields, spare set of prescription glasses, prescription sunglasses, and eyeglass lens cleaners
8) Tubes of aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen
9) Checkbook
10) HP 12C calculator
11) LED flashlight
12) A few pens.

Outside of work, I dump the laptops and the lanyard and replace them with a pair of Glock 19 pistols. Yes, I carry more stuff at work. Sad but true.

[steelhawk]

I carry either an M&P 9c or an LC9 in holsters I made myself. It varies between OWB and IWB, depending on what I wear and how much I need to conceal.

Streamlight 110 Lumen flashlight
Gerber assisted opener knife.
Extra mag occasionally.