$15,000 vs $700 Pocket Dump
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- čas přidán 26. 04. 2024
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In this video I run through what EDC means for me and if i was starting again how would I select what I carry with me on a daily basis. This is a great video for anyone interested in getting started in the world of EDC.
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$15,000 Load-out
Chris Reeve Sebenza - amzn.to/3WgkpEI
Montblanc Fountain Pen - amzn.to/3WbsoD8
Rolex Submariner Date - amzn.to/4aSxzwe
$700 Load-out
Vosteed Corgi - amzn.to/3JCR1AZ
Bellroy Slim Sleeve - amzn.to/3Ufh06B
Kaweco Sport - amzn.to/3Qnw3d8
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I am 55 y/o and live in the sticks Nebraska. a SAK, casio g shock and a zippo has carried me every day since 2001
Doesn't sound like a good situation to be living there as you to continue to climb in age with regard to expedient medical care if needed.
Getting old happens to the best of us and is better than the alternative 😉@@nishiki393
The facts are we all get old and die. No one cares what you had in your pockets except the thieves that find your body @@nishiki393
@@nishiki393 No worries mate. This is the United States. I am less then 30 min life flight to a level 1 trauma center. I said I live in the sticks not a backwards socialist European dictatorship. Relevance to the edc discussion?
@@ychannelwhyweird ass overcompensation by throwing in socialism or european lol
Couldn't agree more with the comment about not needing to carry the latest phone. I rocked my iPhone XR up until mid last year and bought my mother-in-laws iPhone 12 Pro from her for $200. I don't see any value upgrading every year, but that's just my opinion.
Civivi knives are the best bang for your buck budget knives. You can’t go wrong with anything in their product line.
Recently discovered premium pens…what a rabbit hole to go down!
It’s a really fun hobby, I think of them as little vessels that carry your ideas, all you have to do is put them to paper to release them. Just know your limits when it comes to purchasing and they’ll always hold their charm.
Think you’ve got it spot on there, EDC isn’t about carrying the latest or most expensive gear or carrying stuff because it’s in vogue and that’s what everyone else is carrying. It’s about curating a set of pieces that are meaningful to you and that you enjoy carrying or using, some stuff might be premium and very sentimental others might be budget because they do a great job and you like them 👍
We all carry our fears and inadequacies. He carries a lot.
I have small Inkosi (slightly shorter but more stout version of small Sebenza) and had the same feeling towards its action. However, the action saw quite a drastic improvement after disassembling it and applied a silicon grease to the divots of its bronze washers. It is not to the extent of the actions of ball bearing pivots like the presented Vosteed Corgi, but a clear difference. Low viscosity lubricants does not work well with washers but high viscosity lubricants like the silicon grease work well. You can sell the Sebenza at any time but I think it is worth trying.
Great video, I've been on the search for a nice feeling pen to jot down notes on the go and I'll definitely be checking out the Kaweco Sport
I've owned kaweko pens for a long time. They're really good in terms of ink, writing experience, etc. where they really fall short is the construction. They break a lot easier than more premium pens, but thats how they make them affordable, and they're still a very good value pen.
Hi Marcus, recent follower of your channel, I really enjoy your presentation style. I was wondering if you think it would be a worthwhile video to talk about the Nite Ize S-biners in more detail? I recently got the #2 S-biner to clip my keyring and Victorinox MiniChamp to my belt loop. I'm finding it a bit small and fiddly, do you have a particular size you would recommend for that sort of thing? I'm also waiting for an Olight I1R 2 Pro to arrive that will also go on this clip, so I'm wondering if I sized incorrectly.
One of the things I love about the fountain pen community is how almost everyone has a cheaper pen they love almost as much as their expensive pens!
Great video Marcus, one question. What happened to your Speakeasy Dillenger wallet? The past few videos showcased that wallet instead of the Bellroy.
Nice video Marcus, big Bellroy fan too, I bought one of their thin wallets in mayalsia, it was a lot of money for me at the time, but its held up very well and still looks good. Really want their micro pen next. Congrats on your recent house purchase.
Thx for sharing. I’m curious what eye wear you have. I really like the frame
Another great video, Marcus. Have you spent a lot of time breaking in the Sebenza? Mine was stiff when I first got it, but it broke in after some time and now snaps open nicely. Knives are VERY MUCH a "your mileage may vary" tool though, so ultimately, pick one that you love and you'll never be sorry carrying it. If I could recommend another premium knife to you, try a Vero if you can get your hands on one. They are my favorite knives, hands down. Love the content you make and your insight is always appreciated!
advice on the CRK. Don't sell it, use it every day. Play with it until the bearing and blade starts to ''match'' in the beginning I also didn't like my Sebenza but at this stage I own 14 CRK's. The Sebenza needs a braking in period, Its not a knife on bearing and never will be. its not intended to be a low drag high speed tactical knife ish knife. no its a simple tool made very good
Great video glad you got your grail watch its good to have goals in life 😊
Just recently found your channel and finished watching the vast majority of your backlog of videos, and I just wanted to share that I have really enjoyed your content. As an HRIS analyst professional, I have found a lot of value in the items you review and contrasts. Hope your channel keeps growing!
Love your channel. The quality of the videos-the way they are shot and presented-is really excellent. Being a lefty, I wish I could use a fountain pen more frequently. But you’ve convinced me to buy one when I sign my name on work letters. I’m always unhappy using any old pen to sign my name for some reason. So I’m trying the $20 pen you recommended. I totally agree re not needing to spend $12,000 to get an incredible watch. I have a handful of, gulp, Chinese clones that totally rock for the $$. But I just can’t get behind saying that a Tag, any Tag, gets you 99% of the way to a submariner. You are talking about comparing one of the most iconic watches in history with a Tag.
Ngl, this video could have been a lot better if that Rolex wasnt 12k
We all carry our fears and inadequacies. He carries a lot.
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Great video. Im surprised that there is no light your edc! I love carrying a light and have often opted to carry a light vs a knife.
I stopped buying a new phone every year when they become $1000+ investments with not much improvement for the average person between model upgrades. I have an iPhone 11 Pro Max 256gb phone and I plan to keep it until it doesn’t work anymore or until fixing it costs more than a new phone. I’m also planning to go smaller if possible with just the Pro model since I use my iPad mini for things that need a bigger screen but don’t need a laptop. Great video. Thank you.
100% agree on the Sebenza, it’s just literally painful to use. I recommend a Benchmade Bugout from the custom store in titanium scales, or a Protech Malibu. The Malibu in particular is just a joy to use.
Nice edc pocket dump. This looks very simular to my edc. I always carry a pocket knife, fountain pen and cell phone. I have several montblanc pens plus a bunch of other fountain pen. Another fountain pen to consider for edc is TWSBI. they aren't to expensive and tend to survive getting bumped around a little bit.
I'm still waiting to get a Rolex.... It's a long wait lol.
One thing I have added to my edc is a small pocket notebook. I find if I write things down I remember them better than just putting in my phone.
Except you skipped the part about how in probably 99% of the world for 99% of the problems you could find yourself in the cash you can get from selling the Rolex is gonna get you out and home safe. It’s like a global insurance policy. 🤷♂️🤦♂️🤷♂️
... true, if it doesn't get stolen first. Big problem traveling these days with nice watches.
I think the steel on the Corgi is 14C28N. Its actually a really good knife steel from Sweden made by company Sandvik. Thanks for great content!
There's no way you have to wait two years to buy a new CRK Sebenza. They're available at multiple retailers almost any time you want one.
I’d suggest sending the Sebenza to Chris Reeve and have them look at it. It may have an issue with the washer.
I have some benchmade (bugout, griptilian) and spyderco (para3 and para 3 lightweight) knives and this exact same model CRK small sebenza in s45vn steel. Its a totally different beast to other premium knives. Its not a knife that flicks open or is flashy in any sense. Instead it is just one of the best knifes in terms of value for money. Its an excellent design, built with phenomenal fit and finish and a top tier blade geometry. There are short documentaries on CZcams in which Chris Reeve talks about his approach. Watch it and you will not only keep the knife but also beat the living shit out of it.
Yeah, I wish they made a 15 pro mini as well i’m still using my 13 mini
Love your videos, Marcus, but what is with the US and knives? I am seriously curious, since we in Europe don't have that obsession.
Are you the Marcus O' Brien that used to make those epic Gears of War/Halo montages back in the day?
Great video Marcus. I think your opinion is coming with great wisdom. A lot of the overpriced products these days are not of such superior quality, they are a noch better than other products in the market. It needs good research.
Please try the Chris Reeve mnandi. You will love it
You really have to have used a Mont Blanc to understand why it’s so expensive! Nothing compares to the way it delivers ink to paper.
The cheap watch should have been the traditional Casio. 30 bucks, absolute unit of a watch
Utility yes, design and appeal, yuck, imo.
For most of us that would never carry any real emotional connection like he talks about with the joy he feels with putting on and wearing his watch.
@@nishiki393 yeah, you are probably right about the connection… HOWEVER, it brings me joy to have the good old metal casio because it is the same one my dad wore when I was a kid
@@VictorVarelaa That's fair. I can see that having a lot of meaning to you. And actually the metal casios can be quite decent. Some of the plastic analog ones are kind of interesting too. The big display with big digit digital ones are kind of interesting as well
And as for rough and tumble construction jobs and similar I can totally see the value of g-shocks and the like, just not the nicest looking (to me) watches but that's not what they were made for.
@@nishiki393 as i said, absolute unit of a watch
@@VictorVarelaa ... especially with regard to functionality, durability, practicality, relative value: indeed!
@marcuscreates The Sebenza can be tuned. A little Loctite on the pivot screw and back it off just a smidge from full tight and mine flicks out like butter. Or, if you want something that matches the Rolex, there are higher-level knifes that run on bearings: an OZ Roosevelt, for example. (Plus, it’d be fancy to hear you say that in your lilted accent!)
Don't listen to the naysayers. You are one of the humblest and informative CZcamsrs on the topic of EDCs.
Thanks to you, I've started carrying my qsp parrot (after watching your video on your qsp penguin). I realized that chasing after the latest fad will get me broke, and as long as the knife gets the job done reliably then its a good enough knife.
One thing’s certain; I’d much rather have the set on the right when a thief makes me “pocket dump”
15 grand is a staggering amount for edc!
I love your approach to luxury items and quality items and telling the truth that the much higher priced items are not miles ahead of lower priced items. Another great video!
I would buy an iPhone 15 Pro Mini too… 🤩
Consider painting that pillar behind you black
Gods no, it adds contrast to the room and splits the frame nicely for the shot. Black would just make it all dark and crap
@@summoner2100 it splits the frame oddly actually, plus because it’s not centered it looks distracting especially since it’s white
I haven’t watched the video through yet, but I want to respond to your opening comment. The stuff I carry in my pockets is there to help me work, make money and navigate life somewhat more conveniently. I’m not going to work to spend money on the things I carry in my pockets. There isn’t anything tempting me to spend 15k to populate my carry.
I don't think he will be in the slightest offended if you don't decide to buy a Rolex!
@@hoot7588 wasn’t really my point
It is not a Submariner DateJust, There is a Submariner and there is a DateJust, they are 2 completely different watches.
What about your Ewok figurine !?
Do you even use that sebenza? Mine is beat up already. Anyway, any spyderco or benchmade will do for everyone. As for watches, it's a fashion accessory, you don't buy a rawlecks because it's the ultimate tool, although it's that too. Btw you should wear it above the ulnar styloid, not so low on the wrist. The submariner is the most well known, and thus boring, watch in existence. As for pens, if you like the flow of fountain pens, get a lamy 2000 and be done with it. If you need a compact daily I'd recommend the gravitas pocket pen.
Passive aggressive much? Marcus is one of the most genuine CZcamsrs I've ever come across, why would anyone be so critical towards him? FYI... You should wear your watch wherever it feels most comfortable to you, not where someone in the comments section tells you you're "supposed to" wear it. The Submariner is clearly not boring to several million people who either own them or wish to at some point.
@@christopherpetrone5499 that's exactly why it's boring. 90% of people have heard of rawlecks, and 90% of those can only name the submariner. you can wear your watch around your cock, but it doesn't make it proper. i'm not critical, he's showing off the two most mainstream luxury items in those categories. that sebenza looks pristine. what i'm saying, in a nutshell, is that he's a poser. benevolent though he may be, still a poser.
The Author seems like a nice guy but I totally disagree on couple of things! So Rolex and Tag are almost the same in quality ? Really? Total Nonsense! Than you compare Chris Reeves Sebenza with a Cheap Chinese Knife with a lousy steel? How do you even come up with these comparisons? You get what you pay for in this life. IMHO, these statements about at least these items are very amusing and amateur!
When I saw the title and thumbnail it was so obvious that the Rolex would massively skew this. Kinda pointless really…
Such a dumb video, oh i have a 15,000 dollar edc but 12,000 of it is a watch wtf?
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No need whatsoever for the negativity!