My Everyday Carry Update

Refining the essentials for a lighter daily loadout

Years Usage

Watches

Pocket Knife

Section I

The Current Rotation

I'm really liking the simplicity of the Casio A168 and normally rock that most days, swapping it for my G-Shock 5600 on weekends. I’m also preferring a lighter weight kit and have gone back to the Victorinox Cadet.

Otherwise, it's the same gear I've been using for almost two years. While the iPhone 11 has performed great, I’m looking to upgrade to something with 5G. I’ll wait until November to upgrade to the newer iPhone.

Feb 2022 EDC List

→Apple iPhone 11 — The current daily driver, slated for a 5G-capable upgrade in November.
→Victorinox Cadet Swiss Army Knife — A return to form for a lighter, more streamlined kit.
→Casio A168 Watch — The primary timepiece for daily wear.
→Leather Wallet — A long-standing staple in the everyday carry rotation.

Note: While the current loadout has remained consistent for nearly two years, the focus is shifting toward reduced weight and necessary tech upgrades.

Item Category	Current Model	Status
Smartphone	iPhone 11	Upgrade Pending
Timepiece	Casio A168	Primary
Tool	Victorinox Cadet	Active

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